Shelbourne head coach Joey O'Brien applauds his supporters

Shelbourne head coach Joey O’Brien applauds his supporters

Joey O’Brien hailed his Shelbourne side for producing a “performance of champions” to secure a crucial win in their European hunt and prevent Shamrock Rovers from being crowned title winners last night.

The Hoops required just a point from the derby to mathematically seal the title and take it back from Shels but Stephen Bradley’s side must now wait another week after Kerr McInroy’s winner claimed a huge three points in the Reds’ push for a European spot for 2026.