Shels boss O'Brien comfortable despite change ahead of Euro clash with Linfield 

Regardless of the neighbourly aspect, this was billed as Damien Duff’s debut on the European stage when the draw was made on June 17.

Head coach Joey O'Brien. Pic: Tyler Miller/Sportsfile

Nobody is anticipating this latest All-Island European competition derby to conclude as emphatically as the last.

Ten months ago, Shamrock Rovers dismantled Larne 4-1 at Windsor Park. It was a battle of the champions, but not in the Champions League.