Ajax advances in Conference League after 3-1 win over Shelbourne

Ajax Amsterdam secured a 3-1 victory over Shelbourne in the first leg of the UEFA Conference League third‑qualifying round. Goals came from Ricardo Horta (penalty), Mika Godts, Owen Wijndal and Kasper Dolberg, while Shelbourne’s Daniel Kelly reduced the deficit late on.

SC Braga also progressed, beating Dinamo Minsk 1‑0 with a penalty scored by Ricardo Horta. In the same round, FC Twente delivered a dominant 6‑0 performance against DAC Dunajska Streda, with Marko Pjaca among the scorers.

Irish media highlighted Ajax’s win as a source of inspiration for local clubs, and Dutch commentary recalled Ajax’s historic encounters with Irish sides while noting recent high‑profile signings for the Dutch giants.