Preview: Shamrock Rovers vs Ararat
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Shamrock Rovers face a difficult task in their Champions League qualifying match against Ararat-Armenia after losing the first leg 2-0. The Irish side hopes to replicate their previous comeback performance at Tallaght Stadium to progress to the next round.
Why it matters
This match is critical for the club's European campaign and financial standing in continental football competitions.
By Anthony Nolan | 27 Jul 2026 01:37 , Last updated: 27 Jul 2026 05:00
Irish title holders Shamrock Rovers will be fighting for their Champions League survival on Tuesday, when they welcome Ararat-Armenia to Tallaght Stadium for the second leg of their second qualifying round tie.
The Hoops have a mountain to climb in order to reach the third round, and the visitors will do everything they can to hold out.
Stephen Bradley 's Shamrock have it all to do once again after a disappointing 2-0 defeat in the first leg of this tie, but their recent record suggests they could pull off a remarkable turnaround.
The Hoops reached the second round thanks to a 5-3 aggregate win over Floriana, and while that triumph sounds strong on paper, the truth is that the Irish giants were downed 2-0 in the opening leg .
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