Real Betis manager Manuel Pellegrini with Troy Parrott as he prepares to make his debut for the club in their La Liga win over Valencia on Tuesday. Photograph: Manuel Blondeau/Inpho Sat Aug 29 2026 - 14:59 • 1 MIN READRepublic of Ireland international Troy Parrott is set to make his first start for Real Betis later today.The Dubliner, who signed for Manuel Pellegrini’s side last week following a deal reportedly worth €20 million, has been named in the starting XI for their away fixture against Levante in La Liga.The game in Valencia kicks off at 4pm Irish time.Parrott made his first appearance for the Spanish club earlier this week, coming on as a substitute in their 1-0 away win over Valencia.Sprung from the bench in the 70th minute, the 24-year-old quickly made his presence felt, pulling a shot wide before being involved in the build-up to Pablo García 83th-minute winner.Join The Irish Times on WhatsApp and stay up to dateWhat’s making headlines in the rugby world? Listen to The Counter Ruck podcast with Nathan JohnsSign up for push alerts to get the best breaking news, analysis and comment delivered to your phoneMuireann DuffyMuireann Duffy is a sports journalist with The Irish TimesIN THIS SECTIONLATEST STORIESSports BriefingLatest news from the world of sport, along with the best in opinion from our outstanding team of sports writers