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Joey O’Brien urges Shelbourne to embrace moment as League of Ireland chases historic European night

Joey O’Brien urges Shelbourne to embrace the moment as LOI chases historic European night

Shelbourne boss Joey O’Brien has called on his players to recapture the fearless mentality that won them the league last season as they aim to finish the job against Linfield in Belfast — on a night that could be historic for the League of Ireland.


With a 3–1 first-leg advantage, Shelbourne travel to Windsor Park tonight for the decisive leg of their UEFA Conference League playoff against Linfield. Victory would not only secure progress but also deliver a €3.8m windfall. Alongside Shamrock Rovers, who lead Portuguese side Santa Clara, the League of Ireland could celebrate dual representation in European competition for the first time.

“You perform and you have a cut” — O’Brien

Joey O’Brien has challenged his squad to meet the occasion head-on, insisting that the key is to embrace the spotlight rather than shrink under pressure.

“You perform and you have a cut-off whoever you are coming up against, that’s how I see football,” he said. “Rovers have that in the dressing room. That’s why you’re able to make big results and make history, because you’ve that in the players and the management and the football club — and that’s something we’ve created over the last little while in this club.”

Reflecting on their league title triumph last year, O’Brien added: “We won the league last year. Nobody gave us a chance. We backed our players, we wanted our players to perform when it mattered. Nobody fancied us to get over the line but we went out, had a cut at it and we did it.”

“Motivation cannot be a tension”

O’Brien warned that the pressure of the occasion cannot be allowed to turn into fear: “In this game we have a big moment and a motivation, but that motivation cannot be a tension. That’s a big thing. Sometimes when the level goes up, and the pressure goes up from outside, players get a little bit tense and that’s when you freeze.”

Linfield still fighting

Linfield manager David Healy insists his side remain alive in the tie thanks to their attacking threat, despite being without Matthew Fitzpatrick after his controversial first-leg red card.

“Hopefully the league is celebrating two teams” — Bradley

O’Brien admitted it would be “brilliant for the League of Ireland” if both Shels and Rovers progressed, but was keen to stress that “there’s still a long way to go.”

His Shamrock Rovers counterpart Stephen Bradley echoed the sentiment as his team prepare to face Santa Clara in Tallaght. “On the pitch the league is getting better and stronger and we’ve been at the forefront of that for a long time,” Bradley said. “We want to keep pushing the boundaries and expectations. Hopefully tonight the league as a whole is celebrating two teams.”

Michael Murphy tipped for Donegal return in 2026 as McEniff praises “wonderful footballer”

Michael Murphy tipped for Donegal return in 2026 as McEniff hails “wonderful footballer”

Donegal legend Michael Murphy looks set to commit for another season in 2026, with Brian McEniff declaring his return a huge boost following last month’s All-Ireland final defeat to Kerry.


Donegal’s hopes of going one better in 2026 have been given a major lift amid strong indications that talisman Michael Murphy will line out for another campaign. The 36-year-old, who came out of retirement this past season, is now tipped to extend his inter-county career for at least another year.

“He’s a wonderful footballer” — McEniff

Brian McEniff, who guided Donegal to their historic 1992 All-Ireland title, has been buoyed by the talk around Murphy’s decision.

“He’s a wonderful footballer. He’s a hell of a good guy as well,” McEniff said, describing Murphy’s influence both on and off the pitch. “I hear that Michael Murphy is going to give us another year. They can say what they want, but Murphy came back after two years and he was player of the match for Donegal in every match he played.

“And had Donegal won the All-Ireland, he probably would be Footballer of the Year. He’s very good to bring players into a game. He always takes a look at the opportunity to lay off the ball, more so than take his own score. He’s a great man to have in among the players, because he’s a great players’ man.”

Donegal’s bounce-back potential

McEniff is confident that Jim McGuinness and his squad can regroup after the disappointment of losing to Kerry in the 2025 final.

“We’ll probably take up another couple of young players, because we had a pretty good U-20 side this year. I’m very confident that Donegal will be there or thereabouts next year again,” he said.

McGuinness under scrutiny

McGuinness, who masterminded Donegal’s second Sam Maguire triumph in 2012, has been widely credited for revitalising the county during his second stint. But McEniff admitted the All-Ireland final defeat exposed key flaws.

“Jim had a bad All-Ireland final,” he admitted. “He didn’t pick up No 14, he was given the freedom of the park. Paudie Clifford … he wrecked us. He’ll realise what he has to do, and he’ll come back and he’ll do it because he’s that sort of a man.”

Reflecting on the loss, McEniff added: “We didn’t give an account of ourselves in the All-Ireland final. We didn’t battle, which was the worst part of it.”

Murphy still the talisman

If confirmed, Murphy’s decision to go again in 2026 will be celebrated across the county. His leadership, ability to lift teammates, and enduring class on the pitch could yet prove decisive as Donegal aim to finally dethrone Kerry next season.

Grimsby Town 2–2 Man United (12–11 pens): Irish duo shine as Mariners dump United — Carabao Cup shock

Carabao Cup shock: Grimsby Town dump Manchester United after 12–11 shootout as Irish duo star

League Two Grimsby Town stunned Manchester United at Blundell Park — winning 12–11 on penalties after a 2–2 draw — as former League of Ireland pair Jaze Kabia and Darragh Burns held their nerve from the spot.


Manchester United crashed out of the Carabao Cup in a result that will sting for years, beaten by League Two Grimsby Town after a marathon shootout. Bryan Mbeumo, who had sparked the comeback in normal time, struck the decisive kick against the crossbar as the Mariners completed a famous 12–11 win in Cleethorpes.

Key points

  • Score: Grimsby Town 2–2 Manchester United (Grimsby win 12–11 on pens).
  • Irish impact: Ex-LOI players Jaze Kabia and Darragh Burns converted twice each in the shootout; Cameron McJannet and others also scored.
  • United’s fightback: Trailed 2–0 (Vernam 22′, Warren 30′); levelled via Mbeumo (75′) and Maguire (89′).
  • Decider: Mbeumo’s sudden-death penalty hit the bar to end a 26-kick shootout. [How it happened

Grimsby set the tone with ferocious energy and direct running, unsettling United’s back line and goalkeeper André Onana. Charles Vernam pounced first on 22 minutes, before ex-United youth defender Tyrell Warren doubled the lead on the half-hour after a set-piece scramble.

 

Rúben Amorim sent on heavy artillery at the break, and United eventually clawed back: Mbeumo curled home on 75 minutes and Harry Maguire headed in an 89th-minute equaliser to force penalties.

The shootout

The sequence had everything: Onana saved from Clarke Oduor; Christy Pym denied Matheus Cunha; and a string of immaculate conversions from Grimsby — including calm finishes by Kabia and Burns — kept the hosts alive. After 12 successful rounds apiece, Mbeumo thumped the bar and Blundell Park erupted.

“Something has to change” — Amorim

An apologetic Amorim admitted his side were second-best and hinted at changes ahead, saying “something has to change” after a winless start to the season. The defeat piles pressure on the United head coach amid intensifying scrutiny of recruitment, structure and performances.

Irish angle

Kabia (Cobh Ramblers, Shelbourne, Cork City) and Burns (St Patrick’s Athletic, Shamrock Rovers) showcased the League of Ireland pathway on one of the English game’s biggest stages — ice-cool when it mattered most.

Historic low for United

It is United’s first defeat to a fourth-tier side in the League Cup and their earliest exit since 2014, underlining the scale of the upset and the turbulence around the club.

Match facts

  • Competition: Carabao Cup, Second Round
  • Venue: Blundell Park (c.9,000)
  • Full-time: Grimsby Town 2–2 Manchester United
  • Scorers: Grimsby — Vernam 22′, Warren 30′; Man United — Mbeumo 75′, Maguire 89′.
  • Pens: Grimsby win 12–11; decisive miss — Mbeumo.

Cyclones beat Wildcats 24-21 in Aer Lingus Classic

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Kansas State Wildcats 21 Iowa State Cyclones 24

Iowa State Cyclones gained a narrow 24-21 win over the Kansas State Wildcats in the Aer Lingus College Football Classic at the Aviva Stadium on Saturday evening.

The game produced six touchdowns – three per team – with a field goal from Cyclones’ kicker Konrardy the decisive score of the game.

The meeting of the Kansas State Wildcats and the Iowa State Cyclones was the opening game of Week 0 of the US College Football season.

Cyclones take lead

The designated away side, Iowa State, took the lead 3 minutes 26 seconds from the end of what was an error-prone opening quarter.

A 23-yard pass from quarterback Rocco Becht found wide receiver Dominic Overby in the corner for the game’s opening touchdown – the end result of four plays for 49 yards.

Kicker Kyle Konrardy was successful adding the extra score for a 7-0 lead for the Cyclones.

Wildcats level the score

The Wildcats struck back in the opening seconds of the second quarter. Avery Johnson raced in for a 10 yard touchdown at the end of eight plays and 65 yards. With Luis Rodriguez kicking the extra point, the sides were level at 7-7.

Kyle Konrardy had an opportunity to put Kansas back into the lead with a field goal attempt with 4:13 to play to half-time. After 12 plays, and on fourth and nine, the 49-yard effort was right and wide of the posts.

Half-time: Kansas State Wildcats 7  Iowa State Cyclones 7

Eskildsen’s composure in end zone

Brett Eskildsen showed excellent composure and great strength in the end zone when on the receiving end of a 24 yard pass from Rocco Becht.

The wide receiver caught the ball despite the Wildcats’ defensive presence. The touchdown from the sophomore was added to by Kyle Konrardy’s second successful kick of the game, coming after 11 plays and 67 yards.

As a result Iowa State had a double-score advantage, 14-7, in this Big 12 clash, at the end of the third quarter.

Back on level terms

Similar to earlier in the game, the Wildcats immediately responded on going behind to Iowa State.

On third down and three, quarterback Avery Johnson delivered an accurately judged 37 yard pass to Jayce Brown who raced into the end zone for his side’s second touchdown of the evening.

Luis Rodriguez maintained his 100% success record when kicking a second conversion to level the score at 14-14 with slightly over 14 minutes remaining in the 2025 Aer Lingus College Football Classic.

Field Goal for Konrardy

With Cyclones’ next drive coming to an end, when fourth and five, Iowa State was forced to take a field goal attempt.

Konrardy’s effort was good from 34 yards, as he edged his team into a three-point lead, with 10:04 remaining on the game clock.

With the Wildcats only making 9 yards from four plays on their next drive, Iowa State was soon back in possession of the football.

The Cyclones had two first downs in their four-play drive before Becht ran in from seven yards for his side’s third touchdown of the game.

Konrardy again kicked successfully for a 24-14 advantage.

65-yard score

Just as many in the crowd thought the best action of the game was over, Kansas State again immediately replied with a converted touchdown.

With a first down on their own 35 yard line, Avery Johnson passed to his wide receiver Gerand Bradley who raced for a successful 65 yard touchdown.

Rodriguez was yet again perfect with his kicking, leaving just three points between the sides, a difference that would be maintained until the end.

Final score: Kansas State Wildcats 21  Iowa State Cyclones 24

First Big 12 game in Ireland

The long-running rivalry between the sides, known as “Farmageddon” was the first Big 12 clash in Ireland and the 13th time Dublin has hosted a US College Football game.

With more than 24,000 US visitors descending on the capital this weekend, the event is a major economic boost for the country, estimated at €130 million.

With the game live on ESPN in the USA, the US College Football audience’s attention was very much on the Emerald Isle on Saturday.

The Keough-Naughton College Football Ireland trophy was presented to the winners.

2026 and 2027 Dublin games

Games for 2026 and 2027 have already been confirmed for the Aviva Stadium.

Texas Christian University and the University of North Carolina will travel to Dublin next season.

In 2027, Pittsburgh and Wisconsin will open the season when they clash at Aviva Stadium.

Pittsburgh Steelers Fantasy Football 2025 – Sleepers Kaleb Johnson & Roman Wilson

Pittsburgh Steelers Fantasy Football Outlook 2025

The Steelers’ backfield and receiving group are a fascinating puzzle for fantasy managers this season. With rookie running back Kaleb Johnson’s red-zone appeal, Jaylen Warren’s proven versatility, and Roman Wilson’s blazing speed on the outside, Pittsburgh offers upside—but plenty of risk too.

Sleeper: Kaleb Johnson (RB)

Rookie running back Kaleb Johnson enters the NFL as a physical runner with size (6’1”, 225 lbs) and power to spare. While his 4.57-second 40-yard dash leaves him a step behind the elite speed backs in this class, he projects as an early-down and short-yardage weapon. His pass-blocking limitations mean he won’t immediately feature on third downs, but his patience and vision allow him to thrive when given rhythm carries.

Pittsburgh drafted Johnson in the third round to help fill the void left by Najee Harris’s free agency departure. He’s expected to lead the team in carries and could emerge as the go-to option at the goal line. Ranked RB23 in preseason PPR formats, Johnson’s ADP (60–82 in recent drafts) suggests managers view him as a mid-round value pick with touchdown upside.

Deep Sleeper: Roman Wilson (WR)

Roman Wilson brings a different dimension to the Steelers’ passing attack. Drafted in the third round of 2024, the former Michigan standout boasts sub-4.40 speed and the fluidity to separate deep. At 5’11” and 185 lbs, he isn’t built to dominate physically, and he remains raw in his route running, particularly against press coverage. Still, Wilson flashes the ability to track the ball and create yards after the catch.

His rookie year was cut short by a hamstring injury, limiting him to just five snaps. However, he made a quick impression in preseason action with a pair of catches for 24 yards. Entering 2025, Wilson profiles as the Steelers’ WR2 behind George Pickens, and if he stays healthy, he has the tools to stretch defenses and carve out a role as a fantasy waiver-wire gem.

Fantasy Verdict

Kaleb Johnson should be viewed as a touchdown-dependent RB2/FLEX option, while Roman Wilson is worth monitoring as a late-season upside stash. The Steelers’ offense remains unpredictable, but hidden value exists in both their backfield and wide receiver corps for managers willing to take the gamble.

Andrew Moran seals half-season loan to LAFC

Andrew Moran seals half-season loan to LAFC

Brighton & Hove Albion and Republic of Ireland midfielder heads to Major League Soccer until January.

Andrew Moran has joined Los Angeles FC on a loan deal running to January, giving the 21-year-old Dubliner a fresh platform in MLS after productive spells with Blackburn Rovers and Stoke City over the past two seasons.

Why this move makes sense

  • Regular minutes: A busy MLS schedule offers game time at a high tempo and strong athletic level.
  • Elite environment: Moran links up with former Tottenham stars Son Heung-min and Hugo Lloris in a trophy-chasing squad.
  • Brighton pathway: The Seagulls view the switch as a chance for Moran to test himself in a new league and culture before returning in January.

Brighton technical director David Weir welcomed the opportunity for Moran to challenge himself abroad, while LAFC co-president & GM John Thorrington said the Ireland international can add quality immediately as the club pursues more silverware.

Career snapshot

  • Age: 21
  • From: Knocklyon, Dublin
  • Joined Brighton: 2020 (from Bray Wanderers)
  • Loan spells: Blackburn (2023/24), Stoke City (2024/25)
  • Ireland caps: Senior debut Nov 2023; 3 caps to date
  • Position: Attacking/central midfield

Moran has three senior appearances for Brighton and made 35 Championship outings with Stoke last term. His short-term move to California comes as Ireland boss Heimir Hallgrímsson prepares to name his squad for September’s World Cup qualifiers.

Contract details (summary)

  • Type: Loan
  • Club: Los Angeles FC (MLS)
  • Duration: Until January

Ireland vs Japan – Women’s Rugby World Cup 2025 Preview, TV Info & Betting Tips

Women’s Rugby World Cup 2025: Ireland v Japan – Match Preview

Pool C opener • Franklin’s Gardens, Northampton • Kick-off 12:00 (Sun)

Betting Angle

Handicap: Ireland -20 – on form and power profiles, this looks a very solid play. Ireland’s pack should dominate gainline and set-piece, while their back-three pace gives them multiple strike avenues. Verdict: Ireland to cover.

Team News & Selection Headlines

  • Co-captains: Sam Monaghan (lock) & Edel McMahon (7) lead a settled core.
  • Back three: Stacey Flood at 15 with Béibhinn Parsons and Amee-Leigh Costigan on the wings – plenty of gas in transition.
  • Midfield: Eve Higgins partners Aoife Dalton for a balanced mix of footwork and distribution.
  • Half-backs: Aoibheann Reilly with Dannah O’Brien – tempo plus territorial control.
  • Front five: Djougang anchors the scrum; Monaghan/Campbell lock pairing brings lineout height.
  • Impact bench: Moloney-MacDonald, Perry, McGrath, Corri-Fallon, Moore up front; Lane, Breen, McGann in the backs.

Why Ireland Match Up Well

  • Set-piece & maul: Edge in scrum power and maul mechanics should yield penalties and field position.
  • Collision dominance: Hogan and McMahon to drive ruck speed; expect quick ball for O’Brien to play both touchline and midfield options.
  • Finishing threat: Parsons/Costigan in broken field against a scrambling defence is a mismatch Ireland can revisit.

How to Watch

Live on RTÉ2 and BBC Two. Live radio commentary on RTÉ 2FM.

Ireland XV

  • 15. Stacey Flood (Railway Union/Leinster) (20)
  • 14. Béibhinn Parsons (Blackrock/Connacht) (28)
  • 13. Aoife Dalton (Old Belvedere/Leinster) (24)
  • 12. Eve Higgins (Railway Union/Leinster) (28)
  • 11. Amee-Leigh Costigan (Railway Union/Munster) (19)
  • 10. Dannah O’Brien (Old Belvedere/Leinster) (26)
  • 9. Aoibheann Reilly (Blackrock/Connacht) (16)
  • 1. Niamh O’Dowd (Old Belvedere/Leinster) (17)
  • 2. Neve Jones (Gloucester-Hartpury) (37)
  • 3. Linda Djougang (Old Belvedere/Leinster) (48)
  • 4. Ruth Campbell (Old Belvedere/Leinster) (8)
  • 5. Sam Monaghan (Gloucester-Hartpury/IQ) (23) co-captain
  • 6. Fiona Tuite (Old Belvedere/Ulster) (17)
  • 7. Edel McMahon (Exeter/Connacht) (34) co-captain
  • 8. Brittany Hogan (Old Belvedere/Ulster) (34)

Replacements

  • 16. Clíodhna Moloney-MacDonald (Exeter) (45)
  • 17. Ellena Perry (Gloucester-Hartpury/IQ) (1)
  • 18. Sadhbh McGrath (Cooke/Ulster) (16)
  • 19. Eimear Corri-Fallon (Blackrock/Leinster) (6)
  • 20. Grace Moore (Trailfinders Women/IQ) (22)
  • 21. Emily Lane (Blackrock/Munster) (17)
  • 22. Enya Breen (Blackrock/Munster) (31)
  • 23. Anna McGann (Railway Union) (11)

Prediction

Ireland by 20+ (cover the -20). Suggested scoreline: Ireland 34–10 Japan.

Steelers 19–10 Panthers: Injury scare for Derrick Harmon, WR battle for Carolina

Steelers 19–10 Panthers

Pittsburgh saw off Carolina 19–10, but the win came with a concern on the defensive line. Here are the key takeaways from both sidelines.

Steelers

  • Injury worry: Rookie first-rounder Derrick Harmon was carted off with a knee injury and was quickly ruled out. At half-time, Mike Tomlin said the defensive end was “being evaluated”.
  • Depth already tested: Veteran Dean Lowry suffered an ACL tear earlier in camp, thinning the DL rotation.
  • What it means: Expect Pittsburgh to explore a veteran addition — whether via a late trade or a cut-down-day pickup — to bolster depth up front.
  • Next game: at New York Jets — Sun, 7 Sept (1 p.m. ET).

Panthers

  • Reading the inactives: Carolina sat 33 players. Notably, wide receiver Brycen Tremayne got the night off, while veterans Hunter Renfrow and David Moore suited up.
  • WR picture: Tremayne’s rest could signal an edge for the sixth or seventh receiver spot after a solid pre-season — or an attempt to keep him under the radar for the practice squad.
  • Trade auditions? Getting Renfrow and Moore on the field may have doubled as a shop window. One of the two likely makes the 53; Renfrow’s comeback is a great story, but has he shown enough?

First-ever Women’s Irish Challenge at Malahide Golf Club 27–29 August

Malahide Golf Club will host the first-ever Women's Irish Challenge next week. Image provided by LET.
An exciting line-up of Irish golfers will join an international field for the first-ever Women’s Irish Challenge to Malahide Golf Club from 27–29 August 2025.

The 54-hole stroke play tournament is part of the Ladies European Tour Access Series (LETAS), will see 126 players from across Europe competing for a €45,000 prize fund.

Representing Ireland will be Olivia Mehaffey, Áine Donegan (a), Emma Fleming (a), Roisín Scanlon (a), Anna Abom (a), Olivia Hunt, Olivia Costello (a), Anna Dawson (a) and Aideen Walsh (a).

The inclusion if a number of Irish golfers will offer fans the chance to watch our homegrown talent compete against international superstars right here on Irish soil.

First Women’s Irish Challenge

The Women’s Irish Challenge marks the first time Ireland has hosted a LET Access Series event, placing it alongside the Hotel Planner Tour’s Men’s Irish Challenge as an important fixture in the sport’s development pathway.

LET Access Series

The LET Access Series serves as the official feeder tour to the Ladies European Tour (LET), providing players with vital opportunities to gain experience, earn ranking points, and secure promotion to the LET. For some of these Irish golfers, the chance to take this step is a significant milestone for fans, it’s an opportunity to see future stars in action.
Tickets for the event can be purchased on this link.

Dermot McElroy leads The Dutch Futures after first round 66

Dermot McElroy plays his second shot on the 2nd hole on day one of The Dutch Futures 2025 at The Dutch in Spijk, Netherlands. Credit: Octavio Passos/Getty Images. Photo provided by European Tour Group Communications.

Dermot McElroy posted an impressive bogey-free five under par 66 to set the pace after round one of The Dutch Futures at The Dutch, Spijk, The Netherlands on Thursday.

The Irish golfer, starting on the first, made three birdies on the front nine to turn in 32. Seven straight pars followed on the back before he closed out his round with back-to-back gains, which included a hole out on the par five 18th.

The 32-year-old, who sits one shot clear at the top of the leaderboard, was pleased with his first round effort in testing conditions at The Dutch.

Tricky conditions

“It was very tricky out there today,” he said. “I think there were only two holes, one into the wind and one downwind, the rest were crosswind, so it was quite tricky.

“The front nine was reasonably calm but, as I say, there were a lot of crosswinds, and it was quite gusty.

“It was hard to tell if it was slightly into or slightly down, which caught me out a couple of times, especially with the wedge shots.”

McElory has missed three consecutive cuts on the Road to Mallorca and currently sits 94th in the Rankings with six events to play before the Rolex Grand Final supported by The R&A.

McElroy hoping for good week

However, after starting the week positively in the Netherlands, the Irishman is optimistic about his changes heading into the latter stages of the season.

“A good week here would be huge,” he added.

“To be honest, I’ve played terrible all year barring one good result. I’ve been practicing really hard all season, and I’m really pleased with how I am starting to hit the ball.”

“I think I did everything well out there today. I drove the ball well and my iron play was good. I only missed a couple of greens and managed to get up and down.”

Frenchman Nathan Legendre and Scot Euan Walker sit one shot back on four under par. Spanish duo Lucas Vacarisas and Santiago Tarrio, French pair Maxence Giboudot and Andoni Etchenique, New Zealander Sam Jones, German Tiger Christensen, the UAE’s Joshua Grenville-Wood and South African Daniel van Tonder all sit at three under par.

Select scores after round one (Irish players in bold):

 66 D MCELROY, 
67 N LEGENDRE (FRA), E WALKER (SCO),
68 S TARRIO (ESP), A ETCHENIQUE (FRA), J GRENVILLE-WOOD (UAE), T CHRISTENSEN (GER), L VACARISAS (ESP), M GIBOUDOT (FRA), D VAN TONDER (RSA), S JONES (NZL),
 71 J MADDEN, J AXELSEN (DEN), Q VIDAL (ESP), V VAN VEEN (NED), L NOLAN, T LEWIS (ENG), G BLOOR (ENG), B KEWALRAMANI (USA), B KEDOCHIM (FRA), B SKOGEN (NOR), A SETTEMSDAL (NOR), K KIM (AM) (ENG), T SCHMIDT (AM) (GER), J QUESNE (FRA), H HOPEWELL (AUS), F CELLI (ITA), M KENNEDY, C JACOBSEN (DEN), A MAGUIRE, N INFANTI (USA),
72 D MULLIGAN, A KLEEN (SWE), S MANLEY (WAL), A ZEMMER (ITA), J PERICO (PER), O HUGGINS (ENG), B BROWN (ENG), S LOCKE (SCO), R EVANS (ENG), S MULLANE (AM) (UAE), O WILSON (ENG), J G?TH-RASMUSSEN (DEN), W NIENABER (RSA), J RUTHERFORD (ENG), J CALDWELL, A HERNANDEZ CABEZUELA (ESP), M BESARD (BEL), B BAWDEN (ENG), J MURPHY,
74 P MCBRIDE,
75  J GALBRAITH, R MORAN