International football delivered breathtaking drama over the weekend as Republic of Ireland produced one of the most chaotic and memorable victories in recent memory against Hungary in Budapest.
Parrott's Incredible Late Show
The match reached fever pitch in injury time when Troy Parrott scored twice to complete his hat-trick and secure a remarkable comeback victory that sent Irish fans into absolute delirium. The dramatic late goals transformed what had been a tightly contested affair into an instant classic of international football.
The panel on Football Weekly, including Jonathan Wilson, Barney Ronay and John Brewin, relived the extraordinary moments from Budapest. The excitement was palpable as they received voice notes from Barry Glendenning and David O'Doherty, both sharing their overwhelming joy at Ireland's last-gasp triumph.
England's Flawless Campaign
Meanwhile, England completed a perfect qualifying campaign with eight wins from eight matches and an impressive record of no goals conceded throughout the entire process. The Three Lions demonstrated complete dominance in their group, establishing themselves as serious contenders for the upcoming tournament.
The Football Weekly panel analysed what we've learned from England's comprehensive campaign and discussed the headlines surrounding Jude Bellingham's slow walk after being substituted during the final match. The young midfielder's deliberate pace when leaving the pitch sparked conversation among pundits and fans alike.
Other Qualifying Drama
Elsewhere in the World Cup qualifiers, Scotland managed to keep their hopes alive despite suffering defeat in Greece. The Scots showed resilience to remain in contention for qualification despite the setback.
Wales edged past Liechtenstein in a hard-fought encounter, while Norway delivered a stunning performance to batter Italy, with Erling Haaland continuing to break international records. The Norwegian striker's phenomenal form shows no signs of slowing as he rewrites the history books.
The weekend's action sets up a decisive week ahead for both Scotland and Wales as they continue their pursuit of World Cup qualification. With emotions running high and drama unfolding across multiple fixtures, international football once again proved why it captures the imagination of fans worldwide.
