English champion Arsenal has got its title defense off to the perfect start with a 3-0 win over newly promoted Coventry City.

Manchester United have missed out on a major payday following Real Betis’ decision on the future of Antony.FlopTo say Antony was a flop at United would be a massive understatement.Signed in the

REAL Betis have taken to the various bird puns related to Troy Parrott’s name like a…duck to water. The La Liga side completed their €20m purchase of the Ireland ace on Thursday. And

SEVILLE, Spain (AP) — Real Betis strengthened its attack for a first Champions League campaign in 21 years by signing Ireland forward Troy Parrott, whose five goals in two World Cup qualifying games lifted his country into an unlikely playoffs spot.

Real Sociedad are now without a win in seven away LaLiga games as they fell 1-0 in their opening game of the season to Real Betis Balompie, who have now lost just two of the last 14 head-to-heads, at the Estadio La Cartuja.

So, what first attracted Troy Parrott to Real Betis who play in Seville, the city voted last year as the second most beautiful in Europe, one that oozes Andalusian charm, its streets lined with orange trees, its architecture breathtaking?

Republic of Ireland striker Troy Parrott completes his transfer from Dutch team AZ Alkmaar to Spanish side Real Betis.

Irish fans are already impressed with Real Betis after their classy nod to Glen Hansard as they announced the signing of Troy Parrott.