Parrott’s Last-Minute Heroics Propel Ireland to Victory:
Substitute Troy Parrott strengthened John O’Shea’s claims on the vacant manager’s job as he fired the Republic of Ireland to a friendly victory over Euro 2024-bound Hungary. The 22-year-old Tottenham striker, who spent last season on loan at Dutch club Excelsior, struck in stoppage-time to seal a smash-and-grab 2-1 victory over Marco Rossi’s men, ending their 14-game unbeaten run.
Adam Idah opened the scoring for Ireland, heading them into the lead before Adam Lang leveled for Hungary. Despite a strong second-half effort from Hungary, Ireland’s defense held firm. Parrott’s late goal not only clinched the win but also brought a measure of relief after a turbulent period in Ireland’s recent football history.
The Football Association of Ireland is expected to appoint Stephen Kenny’s successor by September, with O’Shea increasingly making a case for himself.
Hungary will now face Israel in their final warm-up game, needing to sharpen up before Euro 2024.