Throughout the years, Irish sides have made a habit of punching above their weight in European competitions. This year is no different, with Sligo Rovers, St Patricks Athletic and Shamrock Rovers all making waves in elite continental competitions.
Sligo Rovers got the better of Scottish giants Motherwell, defeating them 3-0 over the course of two legs, with the 'Bit 'O' Red' set to face Viking of Norway in the third qualifying round of the Europa Conference League. Motherwell on the other hand, are on the hunt for a new manager.
St Pats are also through to the same stage having beaten Mura 6-5 on penalties away in Slovenia a week ago. And while Shamrock Rovers were defeated by Ludogorets in Champions League qualifying, they still have the chance to make the group stages of either the Europa League or the Europa Conference League.
