Troy Parrott dazzles for Ireland with nutmeg, devastating cut and cool finish against Austria

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·1 October 2026

Troy Parrott opened the scoring for Ireland against Austria in League B of the Nations League on Thursday night with a superb solo effort.

Collecting possession in the Austrian half, he slipped the ball through Philipp Lienhart’s legs to escape the first challenge.

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As reported by L'Équipe, the 24-year-old forward joined Betis in the summer. He has 12 goals in 40 caps.

Parrott then wrong-footed fellow centre-back David Affengruber with a rapid change of direction.

He finished the move with a calm side-foot past the goalkeeper.

Source: L'Équipe

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