In the World Cup qualifier against Portugal, Parrott scored two goals, helping his team win the match 2-0. This made the match against Hungary one of vital importance for Ireland. If it won, it would keep an eye on the World Cup, because then it would get a play-offs ticket.
Troy Parrott Airport
It looked like Ireland wouldn’t succeed, but Parrott took his country by the hand. He scored a hat trick, with the winning goal coming deep into injury time (2-3). The whole country was in ecstasy. “He did that very well with his team,” said Martens. The Irish flew into each other’s arms all over the country and even Dublin airport was renamed Troy Parrott International Airport.
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