Troy Parrott scores winner in Champions League debut as Real Betis sink Lille
Republic of Ireland striker Troy Parrott scored the winning goal for Real Betis in a 3-2 Champions League victory over Lille. This marks Parrott's second consecutive goal for his new club following a recent winner against Real Madrid.
Why it matters
Parrott's successful transition to La Liga and performance in European competition highlights his growing influence as a key player for Real Betis.
Republic of Ireland international Troy Parrott was in goalscoring form again for Real Betis , netting on his Champions League debut as the Spanish club claimed a 3-2 win away to Lille.
Ayasa Ueda put the hosts ahead early with his 12th-minute strike, but Marc Bartra scored his first equaliser of the evening on 33 minutes.
Alexsandro restored Lille’s lead minutes later, but Bartra would again find the net on 49 minutes to pull Manuel Pellegrini’s side back level.
On 53 minutes, Parrott, making his second start in his fourth appearance for his new club, capitalised on some poor defending by Nathan Ngoy to put Betis ahead.
🚨🇪🇺 | GOAL: TROY PARROTT SEALS THE COMEBACK FOR REAL BETIS! WHAT A GOLAZO! WHAT AGAME! FANTASTIC! Lille 2-3 Real Betis. https://t.co/fQQj4k08L1
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