‘Now it’s down to business’ – Joey O’Brien wants Shelbourne’s full focus on League campaign ahead of big Euro tests

Shelbourne head coach Joey O'Brien after his side's victory in the SSE Airtricity Men's Premier Division against Galway United at Tolka Park. Photo: Seb Daly/Sportsfile

Glamour ties against Crystal Palace and AZ Alkmaar await later this year but Shelbourne boss Joey O’Brien insists talk about their upcoming Conference League campaign has been firmly parked as the race for a 2026 European spot hots up.

The Reds secured League Phase football for the first time in their 130-year history last month via a play-off win over Linfield, a feat that also earned a minimum sum of €3.8m with more prize money on offer for wins and draws.

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