Heimir Hallgrímsson makes one change to Ireland team for decisive World Cup qualifier with Hungary

Troy Parrott before the FIFA World Cup 2026 Group F Qualifier match between Hungary and Republic of Ireland at Puskás Aréna in Budapest. Pic: Stephen McCarthy/Sportsfile

Heimir Hallgrímsson has named his Republic of Ireland team for their crucial World Cup qualifier against Hungary in Budapest.

Ireland know they need a win to leapfrog their opponents and secure a playoff spot for the finals next summer.

The Ireland boss has made one change following their impressive 2-0 victory over Portugal on Thursday with Jayson Molumby coming in for Jack Taylor while Liam Scales retains his place on tbe left of the defence with Ryan Manning returning from suspension to take his place on the bench.

The Hungarians, who know they only need a draw, have made two changes to their team from their narrow win in Armenia on Thursday evening.

Republic of Ireland: Kelleher, Coleman, Collins, O'Shea, O'Brien, Scales, Cullen, Molumby, Azaz, Ogbene, Parrott.

Subs: Bazunu, Travers, Kenny, Idah, Dunne, Coventry, Taylor, Egan, Manning, McGrath, Johnston, Ebosele.

Hungary: Dibusz, Kerkez, Szalai, Orban, Nego, Sallai, Schaffer, Toth, Szoboszlai, Lukacs, Varga.