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

'Guys kept on believing' - Hallgrimsson on his heroes

Heimir Hallgrimsson's Republic of Ireland side have done it the hard way; and that particular theme would continue into the final game of this incredibly dramatic World Cup qualifying campaign.

Soccer • 6 hrs

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

Parrott hat-trick earns World Cup play-off perch

Ireland's World Cup dream is alive and well after a remarkable, come-from-behind victory in Budapest, beating Hungary 3-2 at the Puskas Arena.

Soccer • 7 hrs

16 November 2025; Dara O'Shea 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

O'Shea 'proud to be Irish' on iconic night in Budapest

Dara O'Shea says he wishes he could 'bottle up the feeling' of securing a World Cup play-off spot when the Republic of Ireland beat Hungary 3-2 on Sunday.

Soccer • 8 hrs

Former Ireland star Galvin recovering from stroke

Former Tottenham Hotspur and Republic of Ireland winger Tony Galvin is recovering after suffering a stroke, his former club confirmed on Sunday.

Soccer • 7 hrs

Erling Haaland of Norway celebrates his goal during the FIFA World Cup 2026 qualifier match between Italy and Norway at San Siro Stadium on November 16, 2025 in Milan, Italy.

WCQ wrap: Italy join Ireland in play-off melting pot

Norway qualified for the 2026 World Cup on Sunday after a 4-1 win away to Italy in their final qualifying match, condemning the hosts, who have missed out on the last two editions of the tournament, to the play-offs where they will join the Republic of Ireland in Thursday's draw for March's fixtures

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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 • 11 hrs

Ireland's forward #07 Troy Parrott 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 Novemeber 16, 2025. (Photo by Attila KIS

Result can grow game says Hallgrimsson after vital win

While Troy Parrott scored the three vital goals to push Ireland into the World Cup play-offs, manager Heimir Hallgrimsson urged the nation to use this moment to grow Irish football.

Soccer • 11 hrs

16 November 2025; Troy Parrott, left, and Seamus Coleman of Republic of Ireland celebrate 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/Sportsf

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.

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Daly appointed manager of Waterford FC

Jon Daly has been appointed the new manager of Waterford FC.

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'It's a fairytale' - Parrott revels in the Troy show

Troy Parrott described his hat-trick against Hungary as a fairytale after the Republic of Ireland booked a play-off for the World Cup with a 3-2 victory.

Soccer • 11 hrs

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.

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Bruno Fernandes of Portugal celebrates 6-1 with Goncalo Ramos of Portugal during the World Cup Qualifier match between Portugal v Armenia at the Estadio Do Dragao on November 16, 2025 in Porto Portugal

Portugal rebound in style from Dublin defeat to qualify

Portugal thrashed Armenia 9-1 in their final Group F qualifier on Sunday to qualify for the 2026 World Cup as group toppers, with Bruno Fernandes and Joao Neves leading the charge with a hat-trick each.

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Hungary , Hungary - 16 November 2025; Troy Parrott of Republic of Ireland celebrates after scoring his side's third goal during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Group F Qualifier match between Hungary and Republic of Ireland at Puskás Aréna in Budapest, Hungary. (

World Cup qualifier recap: Hungary 2-3 Ireland

The Republic of Ireland look to replicate their Thursday night performance against Portugal in Budapest, where a win is needed to secure a World Cup play-off spot.

Soccer • 11 hrs

Jayson Molumby of Republic of Ireland in action against Eduard Spertsyan of Armenia

Molumby starts as Heimir makes one change for Hungary

Jayson Molumby comes into the Ireland starting XI as Heimir Hallgrimsson made one change for this afternoon's World Cup qualifier against Hungary.

Soccer • 17 hrs

Troy Parrott of Republic of Ireland celebrates after scoring his side's second goal during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Group F Qualifier match between Hungary and Republic of Ireland at Puskás Aréna in Budapest, Hungary.

Player Ratings: Perfect Parrott provides the impossible

The Republic of Ireland faced Hungary in Budapest with a potential World Cup play-off place at stake. Here's how we rated Heimir Hallgrimsson's players after an extraordinary victory.

Soccer • 14 hrs

LONDON, ENGLAND - NOVEMBER 08: Alyssa Thompson of Chelsea celebrates with teammate Erin Cuthbert after scoring her team's first goal during the Barclays Women's Super League match between Arsenal and Chelsea FC at Emirates Stadium on November 08, 2025 in

WSL round-up: Chelsea extend record in Liverpool draw

Chelsea lost more ground in the Women's Super League title race after being held to a 1-1 draw by Liverpool in St Helens, although the Blues still set a new league record of 34 successive games unbeaten.

Soccer • 15 hrs

13 November 2025; Seamus Coleman of Republic of Ireland during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Qualifier match between Republic of Ireland and Portugal at the Aviva Stadium in Dublin. Photo by Seb Daly/Sportsfile

Watch: Coleman on sacrifice, leadership and pride

Séamus Coleman speaks to Tony O'Donoghue ahead of the Republic of Ireland's clutch clash with Hungary in the 2026 World Cup qualifiers.

Soccer • 18 hrs

Seamus Coleman of Republic of Ireland in action against Bruno Fernandes of Portugal during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Group F qualifying match between Portugal and Republic of Ireland at Estádio José Alvalade in Lisbon, Portugal.

Coleman has charged Ireland for Hungary battle – Heimir

Heimir Hallgrimsson has once again urged his side to maintain their collective approach to today's game in Budapest.

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15 November 2025; Troy Parrott during a Republic of Ireland training session at Puskás Aréna in Budapest, Hungary. Photo by Stephen McCarthy/Sportsfile

Preview: Ireland look to Parrott Portugal performance

Confidence is high, belief is building game by game, but can Ireland put in another heroic performance just three days after an energy-sapping, high octane victory over Portugal?

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15 November 2025; Head coach Heimir Hallgrimsson during a Republic of Ireland training session at Puskás Aréna in Budapest, Hungary. Photo by Stephen McCarthy/Sportsfile

Postcard from Budapest: Ireland ready to reap rewards

Just as the players had to quickly sharpen their focus following the magnificent win over Portugal, the first batch of the thousands of travellers had to be similarly sure not to overindulge.

Soccer • 15 Nov

Scotland's forward #11 Ryan Christie celebrates after scoring his team's second goal during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Group C European qualification football match between Greece and Scotland at the Karaiskakis Stadium in Piraeus, on November 15, 2025.

All not lost for Scotland despite stumbling in Greece

Scotland lost 3-2 in Greece but remain in the hunt for automatic qualification for the World Cup following an extraordinary night of action in Group C with Denmark held to a 2-2 draw by Belarus.

Soccer • 15 Nov

Mikel Oyarzabal of Spain celebrates his goal during the FIFA World Cup 2026 qualifier match between Georgia and Spain at Dinamo Arena on November 15, 2025 in Tbilisi, Georgia.

WC qualifying wrap: Spain and Swiss take big strides

In-form striker Mikel Oyarzabal scored twice as Spain thrashed Georgia 4-0 away on Saturday to set a national record and all but guarantee their place in next year's World Cup finals.

Soccer • 15 Nov

6 September 2025; Jake O'Brien of Republic of Ireland in action against Bence Ötvös of Hungary during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Group F qualifying match between Republic of Ireland and Hungary at the Aviva Stadium in Dublin. Photo by Stephen McCarthy/Sports

Hungary v Republic of Ireland: All You Need To Know

The lowdown as Ireland prepare for a do-or-die showdown in Budapest

Soccer • 15 Nov

15 November 2025; Goalkeeper Caoimhin Kelleher during a Republic of Ireland training session at Puskás Aréna in Budapest, Hungary. Photo by Stephen McCarthy/Sportsfile

Ferguson ruled out as Ireland eye vital win in Budapest

Ireland must plan for their vital World Cup qualifier in Budapest without striker Evan Ferguson.

Soccer • 15 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

'Guys kept on believing' - Hallgrimsson on his heroes

Parrott hat-trick earns World Cup play-off perch

O'Shea 'proud to be Irish' on iconic night in Budapest

Former Ireland star Galvin recovering from stroke

WCQ wrap: Italy join Ireland in play-off melting pot

Podcast: What did we just witness in Budapest?

Result can grow game says Hallgrimsson after vital win

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

Daly appointed manager of Waterford FC

'It's a fairytale' - Parrott revels in the Troy show

GALLERY: Joyful scenes for Boys in Green in Budapest

Portugal rebound in style from Dublin defeat to qualify

World Cup qualifier recap: Hungary 2-3 Ireland

Molumby starts as Heimir makes one change for Hungary

Player Ratings: Perfect Parrott provides the impossible

WSL round-up: Chelsea extend record in Liverpool draw

Watch: Coleman on sacrifice, leadership and pride

Coleman has charged Ireland for Hungary battle – Heimir

Preview: Ireland look to Parrott Portugal performance

Postcard from Budapest: Ireland ready to reap rewards

All not lost for Scotland despite stumbling in Greece

WC qualifying wrap: Spain and Swiss take big strides

Hungary v Republic of Ireland: All You Need To Know

Ferguson ruled out as Ireland eye vital win in Budapest

Hungary's Bolla claims Ireland like provoking opponents