What time and TV channel is Shelbourne v Qarabag on today?
The Reds did enough to get over the line against Linfield last week to book their spot in the second round of Champions League qualifying.
Things will get a lot tougher with Qarabag coming to town, and the Azerbaijan champions will be heavily favoured coming into this one.
Here is everything you need to know about the game. Where is the game on?
Today's game takes place at Tolka Park in Dublin. What time is kick-off?
The game kicks off at 7.45 pm. What TV channel is it on, and can I stream it?
Premier Sports 1 will show the game live, and it can be streamed through certain Now TV packages. Betting Odds
Shelbourne 4/1
Draw 5/2
Qarabag 4/7
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