US EditionLast-Gasp Parrott Hat-Trick Books Ireland Playoff Spot over Hungary
Troy Parrott's stoppage-time hat-trick overturned Hungary's lead, securing Ireland second place in the group and a World Cup playoff spot behind Portugal.
- On November 16, 2025, Troy Parrott scored a hat-trick to secure a 3-2 win over Hungary at the Puskas Arena in Budapest and was named Player of the Match.
- Needing three points to stay alive, Republic of Ireland national team relied on Troy Parrott's brace against Portugal national team to preserve hopes after the Yerevan loss to Armenia.
- After a VAR check awarded a penalty for Attila Szalai's challenge, Parrott calmly converted, then levelled in the 80th minute from Finn Azaz's pass before scoring the winner deep in stoppage time.
- Ireland will take part in March's playoff shoot-out by finishing second in Group F, replacing Hungary and preserving their World Cup qualification pathway.
- The performance capped an extraordinary week for the AZ Alkmaar striker and unfolded before over 67,000 spectators, sparking celebrations from Irish supporters and bench alike.
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Troy Parrott hat trick as Ireland reaches World Cup playoffs after stunning comeback against Hungary
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