"The organisation of a training camp in Spain to prepare for the second half of their Conference League campaign reflects Shelbourne's desire to make the most of their maiden mission at this level. Joey O'Brien has repeatedly made the point that his players are much happier being at work until December rather than going on holidays like the vast majority of their peers around the league."
"An attractive trip to face AZ Alkmaar and the visit of Crystal Palace to these shores requires concert-pitch preparation to compensate for the end of the domestic season."
Shelbourne arranged a training camp in Spain to prepare for the second half of their Conference League campaign, signalling a commitment to optimise their maiden campaign at this level. Joey O'Brien emphasises that his players prefer working through to December rather than taking holidays, distinguishing them from most league peers. The club faces notable fixtures, including an away trip to AZ Alkmaar and a home match against Crystal Palace, which demand peak preparation. The timing after the domestic season end means focused, concert-pitch training is necessary to maintain performance standards for these higher-level matches.
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