Shamrock Rovers handed Champions League qualifier date with Maltese champions Floriana
Shamrock Rovers have been drawn against Maltese champions Floriana for the first qualifying round of the 2026-27 Champions League. Derry City will face a more difficult challenge against Bulgarian side CSKA Sofia in the Europa League qualifiers.
Why it matters
These matches are critical for Irish clubs to improve their UEFA coefficient rankings and secure qualification for European group stages.
Shamrock Rovers have been paired with Maltese champions Floriana in the first qualifying round of the 2026-27 Champions League . The draw took place in Switzerland on Tuesday afternoon.
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