"Stephen Bradley believes a historic Conference League night proves that the League of Ireland has become the 'shining light for Irish football' and is hopeful that the exploits of Shamrock Rovers and Shelbourne are sending a positive message to Government ahead of next week's budget."
"For the first time ever, two Irish clubs will be involved in the league phase of a European competition with Rovers in Czechia to take on Sparta Prague in their Conference League opener while Shelbourne are back in Tallaght opening their campaign against Swedish side Hacken."
A historic Conference League night demonstrates the League of Ireland's growth, with Shamrock Rovers and Shelbourne reaching the league phase of a European competition for the first time. Shamrock Rovers travel to Czechia to face Sparta Prague in their Conference League opener. Shelbourne host Swedish side Hacken in Tallaght to begin their campaign. The simultaneous presence of two Irish clubs in the competition's league phase marks a milestone for domestic football. The clubs' exploits provide a positive signal to Government ahead of next week's budget, suggesting progress and potential benefits for the national game.
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