In the Nations League, Troy Parrott gave Ireland a vivid reminder of his finishing quality on Thursday, scoring twice in a 2-2 draw with Austria as the new Betis forward continued a bright start to the season.
Key takeaways
- Parrott scored both of Ireland’s goals against Austria.
- His opening strike arrived in the 10th minute and began close to the halfway line.
- The forward beat two opponents, including one with a nutmeg, before finishing between the goalkeeper’s legs.
- Parrott has already opened his scoring account in Betis colours after joining the Seville club.
A goal made for the highlights
Parrott’s first goal was the defining image of the evening. Collecting possession around the middle of the pitch, he turned and drove directly towards the Austrian defence. The Ireland striker surged beyond two challengers, slipping the ball through the legs of the first before carrying on at speed.
With the goalkeeper advancing, Parrott kept his composure and sent the finish through his legs. It was an individual goal of rare fluency, and the striker appeared almost surprised by what he had produced, celebrating with a hand gesture that conveyed his own disbelief.
Betis will note the international form
The two-goal display comes soon after Parrott’s arrival at Betis, where he has already registered his first goal for the green-and-white side. From Seville to the international stage, the forward’s early impact is gathering momentum.
Ireland could not turn Parrott’s double into victory, with Austria leaving the match with a share of the points, but the 2-2 result belonged to the new Betis man’s extraordinary opening finish.
