Roberto Lopes relishing Shamrock Rovers return to European action

Cape Verde international defender expects another special night for the Hoops as they face Finnish side Ilves 

Roberto Lopes admits it will be weird to play in Europe without fans but 'it's still a special occasion'.Picture: Inpho/James Crombie

In his prime and playing the best football of his career, Roberto Lopes is determined to show his quality in Europe once again.

The Shamrock Rovers defender scored big goals against SK Brann and Apollon Limassol in last year’s Europa League.