Athlone look to finish job and join European elite

Ireland’s title holders did their country proud on Wednesday by ruthlessly disposing of Welsh champions at a packed Lissywollen stadium.

Athlone Town manager Colin Fortune speaks to his players after the UEFA Women's Champions League First Qualifying Round semi-final between Cardiff City and Athlone Town. Pic: Stephen McCarthy/Sportsfile

Women’s Champions League first round, mini-group final: Athlone Town v ZNK Agram, Lissywollen (Sat, 4pm) – Live LOITV.

Another full house is forecasted for Saturday’s Women’s Champions League showpiece in the Midlands, where Athlone Town are within 90 minutes of mixing it with Europe’s powerhouses (4pm).