"It's just over a year since Celje graced Tallaght Stadium for a Europa League qualifier bookended by a war of words between visiting boss Albert Riera and Stephen Bradley. However, most importantly Shamrock Rovers won the battle on the pitch, a night when an extra-time triumph over the then Slovenian champions saw the Hoops secure a European group stage qualification for the third time in their history."
"However, most importantly Shamrock Rovers won the battle on the pitch, a night when an extra-time triumph over the then Slovenian champions saw the Hoops secure a European group stage qualification for the third time in their history."
It was just over a year since Celje graced Tallaght Stadium for a Europa League qualifier. The fixture was bookended by a war of words between visiting boss Albert Riera and Stephen Bradley, creating tension around the match. Shamrock Rovers won the battle on the pitch, prevailing after extra time. The extra-time triumph over the then Slovenian champions allowed the Hoops to secure qualification for the Europa League group stage. That result represented the third time that Shamrock Rovers reached a European group stage in their history, marking a significant milestone for the club.
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