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Parrott Brace Stuns Portugal as Ronaldo Sent Off in Ireland’s 2-0 Qualifier Win

The result leaves Portugal needing a win over Armenia to clinch qualification, with Ireland only advancing to the playoffs by beating Hungary in Budapest.

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Ireland's Two-goal hero Troy Parrott.
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Soccer Football - World Cup - UEFA Qualifiers - Group F - Republic of Ireland v Portugal - Aviva Stadium, Dublin, Ireland - November 13, 2025 Portugal's Cristiano Ronaldo reacts after being shown a red card as Republic of Ireland's Nathan Collins looks on REUTERS/Clodagh Kilcoyne

Overview

  • Troy Parrott scored in the 17th minute and again on the stroke of half-time to give Ireland a 2-0 lead at Dublin’s Aviva Stadium.
  • Cristiano Ronaldo was dismissed in the second half after VAR upgraded an initial yellow to a straight red for elbowing Dara O’Shea.
  • The sending-off was Ronaldo’s first red card for Portugal in his 226th cap, and he sarcastically applauded home fans as he left the pitch.
  • Portugal remain top of Group F but must defeat Armenia on Sunday to secure automatic World Cup qualification, and they are already guaranteed at least a playoff place.
  • Ireland head to Budapest needing a victory over Hungary on Sunday to reach next March’s European playoffs following Hungary’s earlier win against Armenia.