Shamrock Rovers given stadium all-clear

Shamrock Rovers have been given the all-clear to host Europa League matches at their stadium.

UEFA inspected the 6,500-capacity Tallaght Stadium on Tuesday and have reported back to the Irish club giving their approval.

"It is wonderful news for us as a club, but also for the Tallaght area," said chairman Jonathan Roche.

"We were pushing hard to have the games played at Tallaght, and are delighted that UEFA have given us the go-ahead."

Rovers, who became the first Irish side to reach the group stages of any European competition when they qualified for this year's tournament, will host Rubin Kazan in their opening group game on Thursday, September 15.