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Shamrock Rovers were drawn to face Icelandic side Stjarnan in the first qualifying round of the Europa League with Rovers away for the first leg.
- Republic of Ireland international Johnny Hayes is hoping his move to the "bigger stage" at Celtic will boost his chances of more action under Irish boss Martin O'Neill.
- GAA supporters and concert goers have been banned from bringing large bags and backpacks into Croke Park.
PICTURE: Leinster boy and Ireland tour skipper Rhys Ruddock with a ball of a different kind before the the Pearl Bowl at the Tokyo Dome
