Troy Parrott Shines in Real Betis' 1-0 Victory Over Getafe

Troy Parrott delivered the decisive touch of class as Real Betis ground out a 1-0 win over Getafe at the Benito Villamarín on Thursday night, a result that fires the Seville side up to third in La Liga.

The Republic of Ireland striker, left on the bench in Monday’s victory at Villarreal, seized his chance this time. Just before half-time, Parrott slipped in Abde Ezzalzouli with a slick, unselfish pass, the winger finishing for what proved to be the only goal of the game.

Parrott had threatened earlier in the half, twice going close to a breakthrough himself – once with an audacious effort from the centre circle, and again with a chance inside the box – before turning provider at the crucial moment.

Betis’ fifth win of the season tightens the early title race, pulling them to within three points of leaders Barcelona after six rounds of fixtures.

Next up is a trip to Deportivo de A Coruña on Sunday evening (5.30pm Irish time), Betis’ final domestic outing before a month-long international break. Parrott will then switch focus to Ireland duty, aiming to carry this sharp club form into their UEFA Nations League campaign.