Republic of Ireland stun Hungary to reach 2026 World Cup Play-Off

Troy Parrott delivered a heroic hat-trick as the Republic of Ireland came from behind to beat Hungary 3-2 in Budapest to secure a place in the 2026 FIFA World Cup play-offs. Ireland, buoyed by their stunning 2-0 victory over Portugal on Thursday, needed a win to keep their dream of returning to t

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