All you need to know: Hoops and Shels in Conference Lge

Overview: Shelbourne and Shamrock Rovers in UEFA Conference League

Shelbourne and Shamrock Rovers enter their third matches in the UEFA Conference League, both aiming for their first wins of the season. These crucial games will be broadcast live on Premier Sport 1 and TNT Sports 4, with real-time updates available on RTÉ.ie and the RTÉ News app.

Shamrock Rovers’ Challenge in Athens

Shamrock Rovers kick off their match at 5:45 pm in Athens. They have already faced tough opponents and continue to face a demanding schedule. For Stephen Bradley’s side, Sunday's FAI Cup final remains the top priority despite the need for points in Europe. This focus will influence his team selection.

“The FAI Cup final on Sunday is the most important matter of the week for Stephen Bradley's side, despite needing points in Europe.”

Bradley previously rested key players in the game against Sparta Prague to prepare for the Cup semi-finals. Securing a double, a rare achievement for the Tallaght club, is a clear goal.

Opponents’ Form

AEK Athens, Shamrock Rovers’ opponents, are in strong form, having scored six goals against Aberdeen in their last match. In their domestic league, they stand just behind PAOK and Olympiacos after nine games.

Shelbourne's Fixture

Shelbourne, like Shamrock Rovers, face a critical match in the UEFA Conference League as they seek their first victory in the competition.

Broadcast and Live Coverage

Author’s summary: Shelbourne and Shamrock Rovers strive for their first UEFA Conference League wins amid tough schedules, balancing domestic priorities with European ambitions.

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RTÉ Ireland RTÉ Ireland — 2025-11-05