Linfield's hopes of progressing in the Champions League were dashed on Tuesday night as they drew 1-1 with Shelbourne at Windsor Park, resulting in a 2-1 aggregate defeat. Despite a valiant effort, the Northern Irish side, who played with ten men for a portion of the match, will now shift their focus to the Conference League.
The Premier Division champions had their sights set on a clash with Qarabag in the next round of the Champions League, but Shelbourne's resilience proved too much to overcome. Instead, Linfield will now prepare to face Maltese team Hamrun Spartans in the Conference League.
The second leg at Windsor Park was a thrilling encounter, with both sides battling fiercely for a place in the next stage. While Linfield managed to secure a draw on the night, it wasn't enough to overturn the aggregate deficit from the first leg.
Football fans can look forward to more action tomorrow as Cliftonville takes on St Joseph's in the second leg of their Conference League tie. For now, Linfield will regroup and set their sights on making an impact in the Conference League.
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