Ireland Victory
Ireland defeats Portugal 2-0 in World Cup qualifier as Ronaldo sent off
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The Republic of Ireland secured a 2-0 victory over Portugal in a 2026 World Cup qualifier at Dublin's Aviva Stadium, with Troy Parrott scoring both goals. Portugal captain Cristiano Ronaldo received his first international red card in the 61st minute for elbowing defender Dara O’Shea. The result keeps qualification hopes alive for both teams heading into their final matches.
Troy Parrott's 96th-minute winner completed his hat-trick as the Republic of Ireland defeated Hungary 3-2 in Budapest. The victory on Sunday propelled Ireland into the 2026 World Cup qualifying play-offs, finishing second in Group F behind Portugal. Hungary's hopes faded despite an early lead and a stunning goal from Barnabas Varga.