Europa Conference League: Linfield lose first leg to Fola Esch

Linfield v Fola Esch
Author: Nigel GouldPublished 4th Aug 2021

Irish Premiership champions, Linfield have work to do if they are to qualify for the next stage of the Europa Conference League.

Linfield v Fola Esch

The Blues lost 2-1 to Luxembourg champions, Fola Esch, in the first leg of their third round qualifier last night at Windsor Park.

Bill Chadwick (pictured after scoring, below), on loan from Hull City, to the Blues off to a great start with the opening goal of the night in front of 3,000 fans.

Billy Chadwick

However, two goals from the visitors sealed Linfield's fate.