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16 November 2025; Troy Parrott of Republic of Ireland celebrates after the FIFA World Cup 2026 Group F Qualifier match between Hungary and Republic of Ireland at Puskás Aréna in Budapest, Hungary. Photo by Stephen McCarthy/Sportsfile

Harrington full of pride for 'great young man' Parrott

Kellie Harrington tells RTÉ's Today with David McCullagh programme that Troy Parrott displayed 'discipline, character and resilience' during last night's heroic World Cup qualifier win over Hungary.

Soccer • 17 Nov

Ireland's forward #07 Troy Parrott (Bottom) celebrates his 2-3 during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Group F European qualification football match betweem Hungary and Republic of Ireland at the Puskas Arena in Budapest, Hungary on November 16, 2025. (Photo by At

Generation of starved fans finally see nation stopped

It has been a long nine years since Robbie Brady put the ball in the Italian net, too long for a generation of Irish football fans, writes Mikey Stafford.

Soccer • 17 Nov

16 November 2025; Republic of Ireland head coach Heimir Hallgrimsson speaks to media after the FIFA World Cup 2026 Group F Qualifier match between Hungary and Republic of Ireland at Puskás Aréna in Budapest, Hungary. Photo by Stephen McCarthy/Sportsfile

Given praises Hallgrimsson after Ireland answer critics

Heimir Hallgrimsson deserves massive praise for what he has achieved with Ireland over the last week, former international Shay Given has told RTÉ's Morning Ireland.

Soccer • 17 Nov

Seamus Coleman of Republic of Ireland celebrates after the FIFA World Cup 2026 Group F Qualifier match between Hungary and Republic of Ireland at Puskás Aréna in Budapest, Hungary

Coleman: 'I'm proud of the young lads'

Seamus Coleman has saluted the courage of his Republic of Ireland team-mates after they staged a magnificent comeback to rekindle their World Cup dream with victory in Hungary.

Soccer • 17 Nov

Troy Parrott of Republic of Ireland celebrates after scoring a hat-trick in the FIFA World Cup 2026 Group F Qualifier match between Hungary and Republic of Ireland at Puskás Aréna in Budapest, Hungary.

'Mature' Parrott ready for when big club calls - Doyle

With clubs from the Big Five leagues already circling before his hat-trick heroics in Budapest, Kevin Doyle believes Troy Parrott's maturation means he will be ready for the next challenge, should he decide to move away from AZ Alkmaar.

Soccer • 17 Nov

Podcast: What did we just witness in Budapest?

An elated Raf Diallo is joined on the RTÉ Soccer Podcast by an ecstatic Kevin Doyle and a buzzing Ray Houghton to try and make sense of Troy Parrott's hat-trick in Budapest.

Soccer • 16 Nov

Troy Parrott celebrates in the dressing room after the FIFA World Cup 2026 Group F Qualifier match between Hungary and Republic of Ireland at Puskás Aréna in Budapest, Hungary.

GALLERY: Joyful scenes for Boys in Green in Budapest

In the aftermath of a consequential victory in Budapest, the scenes of joy for the Republic of Ireland within the bowels of the Puskas Arena were palpable as the images below captured.

Soccer • 16 Nov

16 November 2025; Republic of Ireland head coach Heimir Hallgrimsson and Troy Parrott of Republic of Ireland during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Group F Qualifier match between Hungary and Republic of Ireland at Puskás Aréna in Budapest, Hungary. Photo by Step

Republic of Ireland's World Cup play-off draw explained

The draw for the World Cup play-off is on Thursday at 12pm in Switzerland. Here is all you need to know.

Soccer • 17 Nov

Bendegúz Bolla of Hungary is tackled by Finn Azaz of Republic of Ireland during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Group F qualifying match between Republic of Ireland and Hungary at the Aviva Stadium in Dublin

Hungary's Bolla claims Ireland like provoking opponents

Hungary defender Bendeguz Bolla has claimed that the Republic of Ireland have been provoking opponents into receiving red cards ahead of the two sides' crucial final World Cup qualifier in Budapest on Sunday.

Soccer • 15 Nov

Cristiano Ronaldo of Portugal reacts after being shown a red card during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Group F Qualifier match between Republic of Ireland and Portugal at the Aviva Stadium in Dublin

Ronaldo could miss first two games of 2026 World Cup

Cristiano Ronaldo could miss the opening two matches of next summer's World Cup after his red card for Portugal against the Republic of Ireland.

Soccer • 14 Nov

Graphic picture in blue that read 'Eoin Doyle Soccer' with an image of him smiling

Thank you Troy for saving me from feared boring column

The plan was to jot down a few thoughts throughout the match for what I assumed would be a boring dissection of our performance. How wrong - and happy - I was, writes Eoin Doyle.

Soccer • 14 Nov

Martinez backs Ronaldo and takes swipe at Hallgrimsson

Portugal boss Roberto Martinez took a swipe at Heimir Hallgrimsson as he defended Cristiano Ronaldo, who saw red in his team's 2-0 World Cup qualifier loss to the Republic of Ireland.

Soccer • 14 Nov

Cristiano Ronaldo of Portugal remonstrates with Republic of Ireland head coach Heimir Hallgrimsson after he was shown a red card during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Group F Qualifier match between Republic of Ireland and Portugal at the Aviva Stadium

Hallgrimsson has little sympathy for 'silly' Ronaldo

Republic of Ireland boss Heimir Hallgrimsson said Cristiano Ronaldo only had himself to blame for the straight red card he received during Portugal's shock 2-0 loss at Aviva Stadium.

Soccer • 13 Nov

13 November 2025; Troy Parrott of Republic of Ireland celebrates after the FIFA World Cup 2026 Group F Qualifier match between Republic of Ireland and Portugal at the Aviva Stadium in Dublin. Photo by Ben McShane/Sportsfile

'Buzzing' Parrott enjoys the best night of his life

Troy Parrott hailed the "best night of his life" as his first-half brace secured the Republic of Ireland an astounding 2-0 win over the world's fifth-ranked side.

Soccer • 13 Nov

13 November 2025; Troy Parrott of Republic of Ireland celebrates with teammate Josh Cullen, right, after scoring their side's second goal during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Group F Qualifier match between Republic of Ireland and Portugal at the Aviva Stadium

World Cup dream alive as brave Ireland shock Portugal

On a dramatic night in Dublin, Troy Parrott struck a first-half brace to secure a remarkable 2-0 World Cup qualifying victory for Ireland against Portugal at Aviva Stadium.

Soccer • 14 Nov

Nathan Collins of Republic of Ireland controls the ball during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Group F Qualifier match between Republic of Ireland and Portugal at the Aviva Stadium in Dublin

Player ratings: Parrott, Collins, O'Shea all excel

The Republic of Ireland enjoyed their best result in years as they beat Portugal 2-0 to revitalise their ambitions of making it to the World Cup. Here's how we rated the Boys in Green.

Soccer • 13 Nov

Portugal captain Ronaldo up against Republic of Ireland defender Seamus Coleman during the 2021 European qualifier between the teams in 2021

Kelly: Draw won't do for Ireland against Portugal

While a draw for the Republic of Ireland against Portugal tonight would be a positive result, Stephen Kelly believes only a win will realistically keep World Cup hopes alive.

Soccer • 13 Nov

Cristiano Ronaldo during a Portugal media conference at the Aviva Stadium in Dublin

'It's lovely' - Ronaldo charms fans on Dublin return

Cristiano Ronaldo has promised to be a "good boy" as he prepares to face a tide of boos at the Aviva Stadium.

Soccer • 13 Nov

11 October 2025; Festy Ebosele of Republic of Ireland before the FIFA World Cup 2026 Group F qualifying match between Portugal and Republic of Ireland at Estádio José Alvalade in Lisbon, Portugal. Photo by Stephen McCarthy/Sportsfile

All you need to know: Republic of Ireland v Portugal

Heimir Hallgrimsson's Republic of Ireland team are looking to cause a big shock against Portugal tonight in a bid to keep the World Cup qualifying campaign alive. Here's everything you need to know.

Soccer • 13 Nov

Cristiano Ronaldo of the Portugal National Team scores and celebrates during the FIFA World Cup 2026 qualifier match between Hungary and Portugal at Puskas Arena on September 9, 2025 in Budapest, Hungary.

Ronaldo's star burns bright in dying embers of career

Now entering the final days of an illustrious career, there's still plenty for the Republic of Ireland to fear from a Cristiano Ronaldo who remains as hungry for goals and silverware as ever.

Soccer • 13 Nov

James McClean of Republic of Ireland makes his way to the dressing room after the international friendly match between Republic of Ireland and New Zealand at Aviva Stadium in Dublin.

McClean option was 'smacking us in the face' - Treacy

Former Republic of Ireland winger Keith Treacy feels Heimir Hallgrimsson should have plumped for the known quantity of James McClean as an emergency left-back option, after the uncapped Kevin O'Toole was drafted in for this week's final set of 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers.

Soccer • 10 Nov

8 November 2025; Vinnie Leonard Republic of Ireland in action during the FIFA Under-17 World Cup Group J match between Republic of Ireland and Uzbekistan at Aspire Zone in Doha, Qatar. Photo by Nikola Krstic/Sportsfile

Ireland looking to keep things simple against Paraguay

The Republic of Ireland are fearing nobody as they prepare for their final group game at the FIFA Under-17 World Cup.

Soccer • 10 Nov

Ferguson ruled out for Portugal, Kenny called up

Evan Ferguson has been ruled out of Republic of Ireland's home fixture with Portugal, with Celtic striker Johnny Kenny called up in his absence.

Soccer • 10 Nov

1 September 2025; Johnny Kenny during a Republic of Ireland training session at the FAI National Training Centre in Abbotstown, Dublin. Photo by Stephen McCarthy/Sportsfile

'He could lead the line against Portugal and Hungary'

Heimir Hallgrimsson names the final Republic of Ireland squad of this calendar year on Thursday and according to Alan Cawley and Richie Towell, the question isn't whether Johnny Kenny is included but more a case of should he propelled towards the starting side.

Soccer • 05 Nov

Michael Noonan during a Republic of Ireland U17s World Cup portrait session at the Pillo Hotel in Ashbourne, Meath.

Preview: Ireland U17s set for historic World Cup opener

For the first time ever, the Republic of Ireland will be playing in a FIFA U17 World Cup. The evolution will be televised too, with today's 12.30pm (Irish time) kick-off against Panama being broadcast live on RTÉ2 and the RTÉ Player.

Soccer • 05 Nov

Republic of Ireland national football team

Harrington full of pride for 'great young man' Parrott

Generation of starved fans finally see nation stopped

Given praises Hallgrimsson after Ireland answer critics

Coleman: 'I'm proud of the young lads'

'Mature' Parrott ready for when big club calls - Doyle

Podcast: What did we just witness in Budapest?

GALLERY: Joyful scenes for Boys in Green in Budapest

Republic of Ireland's World Cup play-off draw explained

Hungary's Bolla claims Ireland like provoking opponents

Ronaldo could miss first two games of 2026 World Cup

Thank you Troy for saving me from feared boring column

Martinez backs Ronaldo and takes swipe at Hallgrimsson

Hallgrimsson has little sympathy for 'silly' Ronaldo

'Buzzing' Parrott enjoys the best night of his life

World Cup dream alive as brave Ireland shock Portugal

Player ratings: Parrott, Collins, O'Shea all excel

Kelly: Draw won't do for Ireland against Portugal

'It's lovely' - Ronaldo charms fans on Dublin return

All you need to know: Republic of Ireland v Portugal

Ronaldo's star burns bright in dying embers of career

McClean option was 'smacking us in the face' - Treacy

Ireland looking to keep things simple against Paraguay

Ferguson ruled out for Portugal, Kenny called up

'He could lead the line against Portugal and Hungary'

Preview: Ireland U17s set for historic World Cup opener