Shelbourne FC will begin their UEFA Champions League qualification campaign with a high-profile fixture against Linfield, following Monday afternoon’s draw in Nyon. The two-legged encounter will see the reigning champions of the Republic of Ireland and Northern Ireland face off in early July in a meeting that renews all-island competitive rivalry on the European stage. Shelbourne were drawn as an …
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Drogheda United have announced they will not be permitted to take part in the 2025–26 UEFA Europa Conference League due to UEFA’s multi-club ownership regulations. The decision follows confirmation that both Drogheda United and Silkeborg IF, a Danish club, are owned by the same investment entity, the Trivela Group, and have each qualified for the competition. While Drogheda earned their …
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Our soccer writers bring you the latest transfers of the League of Ireland off-season. Friday, November 29 Cork City: Ahead of their return to the Premier Division in 2025, Cork City has announced the signing of 21-year-old left-back Benny Couto. Couto, originally from Lisbon, began his career at Oldham Athletic, making 28 first-team appearances. He joined Ashton United in August, …
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