Mipo Odubeko scored in the second half to lead Shelbourne to a 1-0 win over Linfield in the qualifying match held at Tolka Park. Despite having opportunities to increase their lead, the Dublin side managed only the single goal. Shelbourne will carry this advantage into the second leg at Windsor Park, eyeing a financial incentive of at least €1.76m for advancing. Linfield, seeking their first League Phase qualification, struggled offensively but remain in contention for the tie as Shelbourne aims to maintain their unbeaten home European record.
"A second-half strike by Mipo Odubeko proved the difference as the League of Ireland champions overcame the NIFL Premiership winners in front of a sold-out Tolka Park."
"Joey O'Brien's Reds will now take the one-goal lead into next week's Windsor Park second-leg, with the first round winners banking a minimum €1.76m and at least three more ties to secure League Phase football."
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