"The celebrations in the directors' box that accompanied Shelbourne's match-winning goal reflected that this was no ordinary game."
"All the frustration and stress of a fraught build-up was released in the moments after a scruffy Mipo Odubeko shot delivered the first-leg lead."
"The League of Ireland champions richly deserve the first-leg lead."
Reds secured a vital first-leg lead with a match-winning goal from Shelbourne. The celebrations in the directors' box indicated the importance of the game. Mipo Odubeko's shot marked the release of tension built up during a stressful period of preparation. This victory is a crucial step for the League of Ireland champions, highlighting their deserving status in the competition.
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