Troy Parrott on the double against Czechs in Europe 

AZ Alkmaar will head to Prague next week in control of their tie. 

Ireland's Troy Parrott celebrates with AZ Alkmaar team-mate Sven Mijnans. File Pic: Ed van de Pol/BSR Agency/Getty Images

Troy Parrott started as he means to go on against Czech opposition this month as the Ireland striker grabbed a crucial brace of goals against Sparta Prague at the AFAS Stadion last night. 

The Dubliner's double helped AZ Alkmaar earn a 2-1 win at home to Sparta Prague in the UEFA Conference League Round of 16.