Troy Parrott celebrates after scoring his Ireland’s winner in the World Cup 2026 Group F qualifier against Hungary at Puskas Arena in Budapest, Hungary. Photo: Stephen McCarthy/Sportsfile
Roy Keane added to the joyous chorus of celebration after the Republic of Ireland secured a World Cup play-off spot after a thrilling 3-2 win in Hungary.
Troy Parrott’s epic hat-trick was completed with an injury time goal that sparked wild euphoria in Budapest, with a play-off game now inked into the diary next March.