RTÉ Soccer Podcast: European levels and the rise of Jake O'Brien

On this week's RTÉ Soccer Podcast, Conan Byrne and Keith Treacy join Anthony Pyne to reflect on the Irish clubs' fortunes in Europe.

Shamrock Rovers were taught some harsh lessons against a quality Sparta Prague in their Champions League second-round qualifier. The Hoops head into Tuesday's second leg attempting to overturn a 2-0 deficit, however Stephen Bradley's men do have the considerable safety net of a dropdown to a Europa League qualifier if they lose.

Shelbourne had a chastening night away to FC Zurich. Damien Duff was pragmatic and upbeat in the wake of their 3-0 loss. We assess how the Reds are evolving, with plenty of positives still evident at Tolka Park.

There was better news for St Pat's who swept past FC Vaduz 3-1 at Richmond Park. Conan and Keith give their take on that performance, as well as the potential impact of new signing Aidan Keena.

There's also discussion about Jake O'Brien's potential move to Everton where Sean Dyche will look to further improve the towering centre-half.

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