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The Ridiculous Stats That Show The Difference Between Dundalk And Zenit

The Ridiculous Stats That Show The Difference Between Dundalk And Zenit

What a story.

Jack Kenmare

Jack Kenmare

It's the story of legend.

League of Ireland side Dundalk may have a squad value of £20,000 but after a historic win against Maccabi Tel-Aviv and an opening day draw against AZ Alkmar, the Lilywhites have performed the impossible in this years Europa League competition.

Even writing this now, it's incredible to think that Zenit, who have a squad value of £145,000,00, are struggling against Dundalk but that's football.

That's why we love the game.

To put this David vs Goliath fixture into further perspective, Axel Witsel yearly wage is €4m per year while League of Ireland's very own Dundalk have a squad yearly wage of €978k.

A goal from Robbie Benson gave Dundalk a dream start to the second half but goals from Robert Mak and Giuliano broke the hearts of millions around the world, well, maybe not but still.

So close, nut yet so far.

Incredible.

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