Alright, there's a bit to chew on before the return leg – the Dutch giants already put Shelbourne to the sword, and the fans are keen to catch the action.
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First‑leg heartbreak: 3‑1 loss for Shelbourne
The Irish side went down 3‑1 in the opening game, with Ajax cruising to a comfortable win but not quite sealing the tie in one go. That result sets the tone for the home leg at Tolka Park.
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Ajax dominate but don’t clinch the tie
Reports say Ajax controlled the game but failed to 'put the tie to bed' against a struggling Shelbourne, leaving the aggregate still up for grabs despite the three‑goal cushion.
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Where to watch the second‑leg showdown
If you’re wondering how to catch the Thursday fixture, extratime.com has the details on streaming options and kick‑off times for the Conference League qualifier.
Where this comes from: every line above is pulled from an actual published report, with the source and date linked next to it. If nothing new and notable is being said about a fixture, we don't force a story just to fill the page.