Penalty drama hands Rovers much-needed cash boost amid Covid losses

Stephen Bradley has stressed the financial boost of Europa League progress

Shamrock Rovers’ Alan McMannus and Joey O’Brien celebrate the winning penalty Picture: ©INPHO/Ryan Byrne

Stephen Bradley has stressed the financial boost of getting through to the next round of the Europa League is massive for Shamrock Rovers amid the Covid-19 pandemic.

Having played the whole of extra-time with 10 men following Liam Scales’ 87th minute dismissal, Rovers were far from their best in a dramatic night at Tallaght Stadium.