All you need to know: Hoops and Shels in Conference Lge

All You Need to Know: Hoops and Shels in Conference League

Shelbourne and Shamrock Rovers will play their third matches in the UEFA Conference League, each seeking their first wins of the campaign. Both games will be broadcast live on Premier Sport 1 and TNT Sports 4.

Fans can follow live updates through a blog on RTÉ.ie and the RTÉ News app covering both matches. Shamrock Rovers face their challenge first, kicking off at 5:45 pm in Athens.

Shamrock Rovers' Tough Fixture

Having already endured difficult games, the challenge only grows for Shamrock Rovers as they take on AEK Athens. The upcoming FAI Cup final on Sunday remains the highest priority for Stephen Bradley's team, even though they need points in Europe. This will influence Bradley's team selection.

"Bradley rotated his team for the game with Sparta Prague when Cup semi-finals were on the horizon."

Securing a double—one achievement Bradley has yet to claim with Tallaght—is a clear focus. Despite that, even a full-strength Shamrock Rovers side will find it tough. AEK recently scored six goals against Aberdeen and currently sit just behind PAOK and Olympiacos in their league after nine games.

Shelbourne's Challenge

Shelbourne also face a crucial game as they aim for their first Conference League victory. Like Shamrock Rovers, they must overcome strong opposition to progress in the competition.

"Shelbourne and Shamrock Rovers face crunch matches in the UEFA Conference League as they go in search of their first victories of the campaign."

Both teams are under pressure but have live coverage available for fans to support their efforts.

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