'Let’s be clear, we’re not basing our standards against Chelsea' - Bradley offers perspective after drubbing

“We can’t give them goals we gave them and then compete. That’s the learning tonight. At this level, a slight mistake and you get punished.” 

UEFA Europa Conference League - League Phase, Stamford Bridge, London, England 19/12/2024

Stephen Bradley insisted Shamrock Rovers’ lack of regular competitive action contributed to their 5-1 drubbing by Chelsea.

This was only their fourth match since the end of the domestic season on November 1 marked and the Hoops manager was adamant it contributed to their first-half sloppiness.