Ireland stunned Portugal, the reigning European champions, with a 2-0 victory in a World Cup qualifier. This crucial win keeps Ireland's slim hopes of qualification alive. The Irish side, who had not qualified for a major tournament in over a decade, delivered a standout performance, especially in the first half with two goals from Troy Parrott. This marked their best performance in years. In contrast, Portugal, now facing uncertainty regarding their direct qualification, endured a difficult evening. The match was marred by the red card shown to their captain, Cristiano Ronaldo.
