‘The game is open' – Ballkani boss insists Conference League tie with Shamrock Rovers remains in the balance
Just like they did against Celje 12 months ago, Stephen Bradley's Hoops must overturn a one-goal deficit on home soil on Thursday night if they are to progress to a Conference League play-off, which is likely to be against Portuguese outfit Santa Clara.
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