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Linfield could meet Shelbourne again in UEFA qualifiers

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 17, 2026, 1:34 PM

Last updated Jun 17, 2026

Linfield could meet Shelbourne again in UEFA qualifiers

Summary

Linfield is set for another potential European encounter with Shelbourne if they advance past the first qualifying round of the UEFA Conference League. They previously faced each other last season in Champions League qualifying, where Shelbourne won 2-1 on aggregate, and again in the Conference League play-off, with Shelbourne emerging victorious 5-1 over two legs. Linfield must first overcome Nomme Kalju FC of Estonia next month to face Shelbourne, who will enjoy home advantage in the first leg if matched again. Other Irish teams are also preparing for European competition, with Larne facing Tre Fiori from San Marino and Coleraine set to confront HJK Helsinki.

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By the Numbers

•Linfield faces Nomme Kalju FC in the first qualifying round.
•Last season, Shelbourne defeated Linfield 2-1 on aggregate.
•Larne plays against Tre Fiori for a spot in the Champions League.
•Coleraine enters the Conference League against HJK Helsinki.
•Full details of match schedules are expected to be finalized soon.

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1:34 PMYahoo Sports — Linfield could face European rematch with Shelbourne

What they're saying

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Linfield are in line for another European meeting with Shelbourne for the third time in two seasons as Coleraine discover their Conference League opponents and Larne, Glentoran and Derry City their potential opponents.
— Yahoo Sports

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