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Parrott powers Ireland to vital win over Portugal as Ronaldo sees red

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A first half brace from Troy Parrott powered Ireland to a vital victory over Portugal to keep their dreams of World Cup qualification alive. Cristiano Ronaldo received his first red card at international level for a petulant elbow on Dara O’Shea in the second half as Ireland defended heroically to secure the three points. Portugal knew a win would secure their place at the finals but they must now seal their place on Sunday against Armenia.

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Portugal strike late to break Irish hearts

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Ireland’s woes continued in Portugal as an injury-time goal proved the difference as Heimir Hallgrimsson’s side were narrowly edged out in Lisbon, losing 1-0 at the Jose Alvalade Stadium. A brave and battling performance eventually counted for nothing as the home side, once again, broke Irish hearts in added time thanks to Ruben Neves’ powerful header.

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Parrott and Coleman return to Irish squad ahead of Portugal clash

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Séamus Coleman and John Egan have made their long-awaited returns to the Ireland squad, two of seven players recalled by Heimir Hallgrimsson for the October World Cup qualifiers.

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Ronaldo bags brace Portugal power past Ireland

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Cristiano Ronaldo scored a fine double as a classy Portugal side signed off before Euro 2024 by comfortably beating the Republic of Ireland in Aveiro. Joao Felix opened the scoring for a much-changed Portugal side in the first half, curling home after the hosts caught the Republic out with a short corner. Ronaldo then fired an unstoppable effort into the top corner early in the second half and doubled his tally with a sweeping finish on the hour mark.

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Ronaldo rescues Portugal leaving Ireland heartbroken

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Cristiano Ronaldo scored a late brace to break Irish hearts as Portugal snatched a 2-1 win from the jaws of defeat. Stephen Kenny’s men put in a heroic performance taking a first half lead through a John Egan header. Brave defending had them on the brink of a famous result but Ronaldo had other plans.

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