In Episode 10 of The Milltown Way podcast, we look ahead to Shamrock Rovers’ return to European action as they head to Breiðablik on Thursday evening. We break down the key tactical themes, the threats posed by the Icelandic champions, and the areas where Rovers must improve following the defeat to Shakhtar Donetsk.

We also assess a significant development in the squad: Conor Malley’s loan move has now been made permanent. We discuss what this means for Rovers heading into 2026, how Malley has adapted since arriving in the summer, and the role he can play as the team reshapes its midfield options.

Meanwhile, Conan Noonan has completed a transfer to Waterford FC following his impressive loan spell at the RSC. We analyse his departure, the reasons behind the move, the €50k fee reported by The Irish Independent, and what it says about both Rovers’ longer-term planning and Waterford’s ambition.

With a crucial European night ahead and key squad changes taking shape, this week’s episode dives into the state of the dressing room, the structural adjustments still required, and the significance of December’s fixtures for building momentum.

As always, thanks for listening and supporting The Milltown Way. Full coverage continues across all our platforms in the build-up to Thursday’s match