Shamrock Rovers coach Michael O’Neill was delighted with the way his side applied themselves despite their 2-0 defeat against Juventus in the first leg of their Europa League third qualifying round clash at Tallaght Stadium last night.

MANAGER Liam Buckley’s pre-match wish of keeping it tight and hoping to score first never materialised as Sporting Fingal bowed out of Europe at Dalymount Park last night.

A STOPPAGE-time Maritimo winner may have broken Sporting Fingal hearts, but manager Liam Buckley praised his players, insisting this tie is still very much in the melting pot.

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NOT exactly impressed by the local media placing the tag of ‘David versus Goliath’ on the tie, Sporting Fingal manager Liam Buckley will hope that his extensive preparation will give his side every chance as the club makes its European debut at the Estadio da Madeira tonight.