Troy Parrott and Evan Ferguson can be accommodated in Ireland’s team for the World Cup playoff, insists Heimir Hallgrímsson. Ferguson had scored in three of Ireland’s opening four World Cup qualifiers but that ankle knock ensured Parrott got the nod up front. They’ll be playing for a shootout against either Denmark or North Macedonia five days later for a World Cup berth. Whether we play one or two strikers, or one out of position, it’s a good option for us to choose. “He’s done really well actually as a right back but drifts inside the pitch, scoring goals and assisting.

Source: Irish Examiner February 06, 2026 16:35 UTC