Overview
- Troy Parrott scored both goals in Dublin as Ireland defeated the world No. 5 at Aviva Stadium.
- Portugal finished with 10 men after Cristiano Ronaldo was sent off for an elbow on Dara O’Shea.
- Portugal qualify directly with a home win over Armenia at Estádio do Dragão on Sunday, or if Hungary fail to beat Ireland.
- If Hungary beat Ireland and Portugal lose to Armenia, the final direct place would be settled on goal difference and Portugal could be pushed into the playoffs.
- Heimir Hallgrimsson called the result "only half-time" and said Ireland’s fate is in their hands, with Evan Ferguson a doubt for Budapest.