Striker-needy Premier League clubs missed a trick when it comes to “big player” Troy Parrott, former Republic of Ireland international Clinton Morrison has told GOAL. The Tottenham academy graduate spread his wings in 2024 when heading to the Netherlands and now finds himself in Spain - and the Champions League - with La Liga outfit Real Betis.
Troy Parrott’s meteoric rise since leaving North London reached a new peak on Tuesday night as the Republic of Ireland international marked his Champions League debut with a sensational winning goal. The forward inspired Real Betis to a 3-2 victory over Lille, further cementing his status as one of Europe’s most clinical emerging talents.
Troy Parrott continued his sensational start to life at Real Betis by firing the winning goal in a thrilling Champions League comeback victory over Lille. The Spanish side battled back twice from a goal down before Ethan Mbappe's straight red card ended any hopes of a late French fightback.
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