Troy Parrott says Ireland goal 'one of the best feelings I’ve ever had in my life' 

Striker's late winner gives Stephen Kenny's men victory at Aviva Stadium 

Troy Parrott fires Ireland's winning goal at Aviva Stadium. Picture: Inpho/Evan Treacy

Troy Parrott looked calm enough as he sat down to relive his big moment. It was maybe just over half an hour after the final whistle had sounded at the Aviva Stadium but the Republic of Ireland’s match-winner was honest enough to admit that he was still shaking.

It’s not every day you score a 97th-minute winner for your country in your own backyard.