Shelbourne's European debut ended with a historic 0-0 draw against Hacken, thanks to Paddy Barrett's impressive display. The Swedish cup winners posed a significant threat, but Barrett's interventions kept them at bay. Shelbourne's players, including Mipo Odubeko and Harry Wood, had opportunities to score, but it was Barrett's heroics that earned them a point. The match was played in front of a lively crowd at Tallaght Stadium, with Shelbourne's fans making their presence felt. Joey O'Brien's tactical decisions, including a switch to a back four, helped his team navigate the challenge posed by Hacken. The visitors had their chances, but Shelbourne's defense held firm, with Barrett heading the last ball to safety. The draw was a confidence-boosting result for Shelbourne, and they will look to build on this performance in their future European matches. Shelbourne's James Norris had a penalty shout turned down, but the referee's decision did not detract from the team's overall performance. The match was a historic occasion for Shelbourne, and they will be proud of their achievement. Shelbourne's players will now look to their next match, buoyed by the confidence gained from this result.