Shamrock Rovers take on the visitors PAOK In the second leg of final round of UEFA Europa League qualification. First leg result: 0-4. The match will be played on Thursday, August 29th at Tallaght Stadium (Dublin).
Last season, Shamrock Rovers were crowned champions of Ireland, so it’s only logical that their European journey began in the UEFA Champions League. In the qualifiers, the team looked solid against relatively modest opponents, such as Iceland’s Vikingur. However, they then faced Sparta Prague, who gave the Irish side no chance. This defeat relegated them to the Europa League, where they advanced past Slovenia’s Celje—though it was a tight affair, with the aggregate score tied and only a goal in extra time allowing them to progress. As for their domestic league, things are not going as well for Shamrock Rovers; they are likely to finish outside the top three. In their last match, they drew 1-1 at home against Galway United. It's worth noting that the Irish side approaches this tie without significant injuries or suspensions.
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Now, let's shift our focus to the Greek team, which has garnered attention recently, especially with the former CSKA Moscow forward Chalov continuing his career here (and with Ozdoev still in the squad). PAOK had a decent shot at the Champions League but was eliminated in the previous round by Sweden’s Malmö after a fiercely contested battle that was only decided in extra time. Now, the Greeks have positioned themselves well for a place in the group stage of Europe’s second-tier competition. The Greek Super League has also started, and PAOK has looked like champions, securing two wins in two rounds. Therefore, the team heads into this clash in high spirits. Moreover, there are no injuries or suspensions to worry about, which is a big plus.
To recap, the first leg of this series ended with a 4-0 victory for PAOK, and they could have scored even more—their dominance was overwhelming. The outcome of the tie seems all but decided. If Shamrock Rovers were in the same form as when they won the championship, there might be a slim chance of a comeback—but that’s not the case now. The morale of the home side is understandably low. Meanwhile, the Greeks have every reason to be confident as they head to Ireland, ready to play football and enjoy the game. Therefore, I see nothing better than backing a straightforward win for PAOK.
Prediction for the match: PAOK to win.
