OTB Daily
OTB Daily delivers a curated selection of podcasts from Ireland's largest sports network. Each day features top interviews, breaking sports news, and key moments from prominent athletes and regular OTB personalities. The show includes segments like Performance Rankings, A Slight Tangent, and Newsround, along with content from sister podcasts OTB Rugby, OTB GAA, and OTB Football.
Episodes
SUNDAY PAPER REVIEW | Munster's URC Derby Defeat, Carrick's Utd Crisis and GAA/AFL drain | FREE SNIPPET
This is just part of a much larger conversation that is available for Off The Ball Members now! Become a member and sign up at offtheball.com/join.Shane Hannon is joined in studio by Irish Daily Mail rugby writer Hugh Farrelly and former Meath manager Colm O'Rourke to analyze the Sunday sports headlines. The panel breaks down Leinster's 24–18 URC victory over Munster, questions why Munster supplie
MARIO ROSENSTOCK | Gift Grub & Me: My life in comedy | Sporting Mount Rushmore | THE SATURDAY PANEL
Mario Rosenstock joins John Duggan for this week’s Saturday Panel, bringing you all the sports stories with a bit of humour thrown in as well!The Saturday Panel on off the ball is brought to you by the Road Safety Authority to remind people this bank holiday weekend that the road is a shared space. Always look out for pedestrians and slow down in busy areas.
The Week on Off The Ball | James McClean book reaction, Bruno v Carrick, Dan Sheahan at 8!
Welcome to the latest installment of The Week on Off The Ball, our FREE look back at some of the very best sports coverage from the week that was. Eoin Sheahan and Mick McCarthy were on hand to talk you through the best of this week on Off The Ball - and what a week it was! On the back of James McClean's book release our own Stephen Doyle & Dion Fanning share their own mental health stories.A
THE CRAPPY QUIZ: “You're hanging in there…. | “You're older than him!” Off The Ball
Mick McCarthy is on hosting duties for this week's scintillating and splenido Crappy Quiz. In the hot seat this week are three cranks from the OTB scrapheap of trivia – Shane Hannon, David Wilson, and Eoin Sheahan. Who will conquer all and reign supreme in this week's Crappy Quiz? The Crappy quiz on off the ball is brought to you by the Road Safety Authority to remind people this bank holiday
The Racing Pod: A Father Ted approach to racing? | The finale of the flats season | Weather threatens meetings
John Duggan and Johnny Ward are back for another episode of the racing pod as they preview all the action ahead of the weekend, provided the storm doesn't effect the courses! They also review the flats season which ended with Ascot last weekend. The Racing Pod on Off The Ball is brought to you by William Hill. 18+ see gamblingcare.ie
Bournemouth just hammered AC Milan.... AC MILAN! | Morning Papers | OTB Breakfast
Colm Boohig, Shane Hannon & Enda Coll run through the morning papers, following a busy night in the Europa League.With Amazon.ie, Irish brands at local prices. Start your search at our dedicated and curated ‘Brands of Ireland’ section.Catch The Off The Ball Breakfast show LIVE weekday mornings from 7:30am or just search for Off The Ball Breakfast and get the podcast on the Off The Ball app.SUB
Katie McCabe: From Ireland's youngest ever captain to qualifying for the World Cup | Inner Drive
Republic of Ireland captain Katie McCabe joins Colm Boohig in our most recent edition of Inner Drive, to take us through the journey from playing on the streets, to working five days a week in Nando’s, to Ballon d’Or nomination and a new chapter at Chelsea. Katie chats about growing up a Chelsea fan thanks to Damian Duff, earning respect in boys’ football, getting the Arsenal call up, and the
THE NEWSROUND: Sheehan to start at 8 | Scott Bemand names squad | Europa League latest | OTB
Eoin Sheahan is joined by Eve Conway and Dion Fanning in studio for Thursday’s Newsround. Tune in as they round up all the sporting news from today.The Newsround on Off The Ball with Amazon.ie, Irish brands at local prices. Start your search at our dedicated and curated ‘Brands of Ireland’ section.
Róisín Upton: 'The Olympics is always at the back of your mind ' | Limerick Person of the Year | OTB
Returned from the World Cup, Irish hockey legend and Olympian Róisín Upton joined Rachel in the studio to recap the tournament, it's gruelling schedule and how we are closing the gap on the top teams. Róisín is back playing hockey in Limerick where it all began, are there hopes for LA 2028?
Bruno turns on Carrick as MUFC are embarrassed AGAIN! | Thursday’s Papers | OFF THE BALL BREAKFAST
It's Colm Boohig, Enda Coll, Dara Smith-Naughton & Matthew Brennan for some pure reaction after Como smashed Manchester United 4-1 - and the big question is simple: where do they go from here?We get into whether Michael Carrick is finished, what happens next with Bournemouth (and a brutal run of fixtures), and why it feels like changing the manager is just kicking the can down the road...Brun
THE NEWSROUND: Farrell names November Squad | PFA TOTY announced | United losing in Como | OTB
Eoin Sheahan, Eoin Doyle and Eve Conway are in studio for Wednesday's Newsround, as the Champions League action continues with Arsenal, Manchester United and Real Betis in actionThe Newsround on Off The Ball with Amazon.ie, Irish brands at local prices. Start your search at our dedicated and curated ‘Brands of Ireland’ section.
Lara Gillespie on why 'you have to be brave to win’, after World Championship success! | OFF THE BALL BREAKFAST
Fresh off another rainbow jersey, Lara Gillespie joins Off The Ball Breakfast live from a stormy Wicklow after winning the 25km points race at the UCI World Track Championships in Shanghai.She breaks down the tactics behind the win: sprint maths, lap gains, when to take risks, and the brutal training sessions behind that “hands in the air” finish.Lara also reflects on the frustration of settling f
PSG dazzle, Rovers or Bohs on TV & Allen’s raw interview… | Morning Papers | OFF THE BALL BREAKFAST
Colm Boohig, Enda Coll, Meghann Scully & Matthew Brennan bring you ALL of the latest from the world of sport, and there’s only one place to start: a Champions League night that was absolute chaos in the best way possible.They relive PSG 4-2 Barcelona, from the ridiculous high line to Lamine Yamal’s outrageous finish, and ask if this is the standard we should expect from top-level football. Plu
THE BREAKFAST BUFFET | Who does horse racing events the best? | Two-team allegiances
The Breakfast Buffet is back with a bang as Colm Boohig, Meghann Scully, Enda Coll & Matthew Brennan chat horse racing & supporting two teams in the same sport.With Amazon.ie, Irish brands at local prices. Start your search at our dedicated and curated ‘Brands of Ireland’ section.Catch The Off The Ball Breakfast show LIVE weekday mornings from 7:30am or just search for Off The Ball Breakfa
A SLIGHT TANGENT | ‘A loveable team is very different to a likeable team!’ | AFL poaching Gaelic Footballers
Eoin Sheahan, Mick McCarthy, Arthur O’Dea and Tommy Rooney are in studio for this week’s A Slight Tangent, looking all things tangential to the biggest sporting stories this week.Have something you want to get off your chest? Email ASlightTangent@OffTheBall.com!
THE NEWSROUND | Ten Hag hits out at Man United | St Pat’s title challenge all but over | Nankivell’s new contract
Eoin Sheahan, Arthur O’Dea and Eve Conway are in studio for Thursday's Newsround, as Erik Ten Hag has hot out at Manchester United, and St Pat’s League of Ireland title challenge is all but over. Meanwhile there is the small matter of LIVE Champions League action tonight!The Newsround on Off The Ball with Amazon.ie, Irish brands at local prices. Start your search at our dedicated and curated
'This is not going to define me...' | Timmy McCarthy on overcoming cancer and being a Hall of Fame inductee | OFF THE BALL
This is part of a wider interview with Basketball Ireland Hall of Famer Timmy McCarthy on his new book ‘Boomshakalaka’. You can watch that in full by becoming a member at: offtheball.com/joinOn Tuesday night's Off The Ball, Basketball Ireland Hall of Famer and broadcaster Timmy McCarthy joined Eoin Sheahan to talk about his new book: Boomshakalaka : Winning Against the Odds as well as his life on
Brian O'Driscoll - The Next Play: Derval O'Rourke on life after athletics | Off The Ball
Welcome back to a brand-new episode of The Next Play on Off The Ball, where Brian O'Driscoll sits down with legends of Irish sport who have retired from their sporting careers to pursue something new. In this episode, Brian spoke to former world champion hurdler and three-time Olympian Derval O'Rourke about her transition from elite athletics into business and motherhood, and how she found content
'It's so DISAPPOINTING from St Patrick's Athletic!' | Kulusevski RETURNS & James McClean Comments | MORNING PAPERS | OFF THE BALL BREAKFAST
Colm Boohig is joined by Enda Coll, Dara Smith-Naughton and Matthew Brennan to run through all of your sports news on this Tuesday morning!We dive into Spurs' first win of the season against Coventry last night, reaction to St. Pats losing away to Derry City and Waterford's strike partnership getting them over the line again.We react to the Erin McClean statement and Derry City's statement in rela
THE NEWSROUND | "Therapy Isn't Weakness, It's Strength" James McClean Reaction, Male Mental Health and a round-up of Club GAA | OTB
Eoin Sheahan, Mick McCarthy, Arthur O'Dea and Stephen Doyle are in the studio for the Newsround, where they have an honest reflection on mental health, trauma, and therapy following footballer James McClean's recent comments, emphasising why reaching out for help is a sign of strength. Plus, the latest Premier League news and Tommy Rooney breaks down a bumper weekend of county finals across Irish
“Bruno was absolutely DREADFUL” | Club championship review | Performance Rankings | OTB BREAKFAST
Colm Boohig, Enda Coll, Keith Treacy and Matthew Brennan are in studio breaking down an action packed weekend of Premier League and GAA club championship football. From Man Utds respected 1-1 draw with Leeds to maybe the most boring Super Sunday EVER…Off The Ball Breakfast LIVE weekday mornings from 7:30am with Amazon.ie, Irish brands at local prices. Start your search at our dedicated and c
The Newsround: Big day of Premier League action | LOI title race flipped on its head | Champions Cup begins | OTB
John Duggan and Shane Hannon are in studio to bring you through all the headlines from across the world of sport in what is a busy Saturday which includes a large slate of Premier League fixtures, the return of the Investec Champions Cup and many more.The Newsround on Off The Ball
The Week on Off The Ball | LOI Fight Night, Champions Cup Rugby & Lisandro Martinez Goes Nuclear!
Welcome to the latest installment of The Week on Off The Ball, our FREE look back at some of the very best sports coverage from the week that was. Eoin Sheahan and Arthur James O'Dea were on hand to talk you through the best of this week on Off The Ball - and what a week it was! From the return of Champions Cup rugby (and all the structural problems holding that competition back) to our memories o
THE RACING POD: "This race has everything!" | John Duggan & Johnny Ward | Off the Ball
John Duggan and Johnny Ward are back in studio for this week's Racing Pod. The lads provide their expert analysis on what to look out for in the weekend's helping, as well as look through all the headlines from the racing world.with thanks to William Hill18+ | gamblingcare.ie | Please gamble responsibly
“The mood is DEAD at the club” | Celtic despair in Europe| LOI media drama | Fridays Papers | OTB BREAKFAST
Colm Boohig, Enda Coll and Shane Hannon are in studio this Friday morning chatting through the hectic Europa and Conference League matches last night. Also, with Bohemians still serving their media ban it seems to be causing a stir around the LOI. Finally, Enda is feeling quippy and tests the lads knowledge of sounds of celebrations. Let us know how many you got correct.Off The Ball Breakfast LIVE
A SLIGHT TANGENT: ‘We don’t know what a well run club looks like’ | Finnbarr Roarty heading Down Under
Eoin Sheahan, Mick McCarthy and Arthur O’Dea are in studio for this week’s A Slight Tangent, looking all things tangential to the biggest sporting stories this week.Have something you want to get off your chest? Email ASlightTangent@OffTheBall.com!
THE NEWSROUND | Gianni Infantino apologises to FIFA | Martinez rows back on his Man United comments
Eoin Sheahan, Dion Fanning and Eve Conway are in studio for Thursday's Newsround, as FIFA President Gianni Infantino has apologised to FIFA after his for World Cup sell-off plan, while former GAA President Nickey Brennan has criticised the recent AFL moves. Meanwhile, there is the small matter of the UEFA Europa League teams in action tonight!The Newsround on Off The Ball with Amazon.ie, Iris
The F1 Pod: w/Rebecca Clancy | Are the regulations 'a total disaster'? | Verstappen WDC 2027?
Eve Conway and Ciara Treacy are back to bring you another episode of The F1 Pod. This week they are joined by F1 broadcaster/presenter and friend of the pod, Rebecca Clancy. This week, they reflect on the tripleheader so far and all the action it has brought to our screens. They discuss Kimi Antonelli's impressive second season, tensions at McLaren, Ferrari as a team unit and much, much more! Th
Peter Coonan’s You Had To Be There! - Frano from Love/Hate… | OFF THE BALL BREAKFAST
Irish actor Peter Coonan joins You Had To Be There for a wide-ranging chat that swings between football obsession, growing up in Leopardstown, and what it takes to build a character on screen.
Peter relives some of his all-time sporting moments: Cluxton’s 2011 All-Ireland winner, sneaking into Ireland vs Yugoslavia in ’99, Euro 2016 against Italy, and the atmosphere of those big nights in Lansdow
Goals galore in the Champions League | PSG masterclass | Thursdays Papers | OTB BREAKFAST
Colm Boohig, Enda Coll and Matthew Brennan are in studio this more digesting what was an action packed night in the UCL with 46 goals being scored across the matches last night. PSG dismantle Man City as the French side come home with a 4-2 win, also Aston Villa and Liverpool run riot in their games with the help of 6 goals each.Off The Ball Breakfast LIVE weekday mornings from 7:30am with Amazon.
THE NEWSROUND | The Girls in Green heading to the Aviva | Martinez vs Man Utd hierarchy|Off The Ball
Eoin Sheahan, Eve Conway, Arthur O'Dea and Eoin Doyle are here to bring you tonight's Newsround. World Cup 2027 is one step closer for the Girls in Green as they head to the Aviva for the play-off final against Poland. European football is back, bringing all the drama we love. Arsenal continue where they left off with a 3-0 win last night, but the same can't be said for Man Utd, who lost 2-0 to At
The BEST pointless goal in football history!? | Breakfast Buffet | OTB BREAKFAST
Its that time of the week again and we hope you’re hungry, as Colm Boohig, David Wilson, Enda Coll and Matthew Brennan are taking they seats for The Breakfast Buffet. This weeks hot topic is the best pointless goals in football history. From Di Rossi’s strike versus Man UTD in the 06/07 UCL season to Demarai Grays stunner for Leicester in 2018, beautiful goals that meant NOTHING….Off The Ball Brea
“Its YEARS of under investment at Man Utd” | Martinez Slates The Hierarchy | Wednesdays papers | OTB BREAKFAST
Colm Boohig, David Wilson, Enda Coll and Matthew Brennan are in studio this Wednesday morning with immediate reaction to both UCL and Irelands win over Kazakhstan. United despair continues after their 2-0 defeat to Ateltico Madrid in the Champions League round 2, with centre back Lisandro Martinez calling out the problems with United Technical Director.Off The Ball Breakfast LIVE weekday mornings
“It feels like that’s it for Bohs” | ROVERS Edge Closer to Glory | Tuesdays Papers | OTB BREAKFAST
Colm Boohig, Enda Coll, Matthew Brennan and Dara Smith-Naughton are in studio breaking down a very entertaining Dublin Derby that had Shamrock Rovers come out with the bragging rights. From Stephen Bradleys words after the game to 4 red cards after the final whistle, everything you need for a tasty title race.Also, Coventry City claim their first Premier League win at home this season against Newc
The Newsround | Man City Financial Fallout, Dublin Derby Title Clash, Denise O'Sullivan's Cork Return and GAA County Finals | OTB
Mick McCarthy, Eve Conway and Arthur O'Dea bring you tonight's Newsround. They look back at the atmosphere surrounding Manchester City's 3-0 win over Liverpool at Anfield amidst their financial breach verdict, preview a massive Shamrock Rovers vs. Bohemians Dublin derby with title implications, and look ahead to the Republic of Ireland women's World Cup playoff second leg against Kazakhstan at Pái
“They got to this level because of cheating” | City Outclass Liverpool | Performance Rankings | OTB BREAKFAST
The Premier League is BACK… Colm Boohig, Enda Coll, Keith Treacy and Dara Smith Naughton are in studio breaking down the drama of the Premier League, FAI cup and URC. A drama filled weekend with red cards, dodgy refereeing decisions and cracking goals, but who will make Enda Coll’s S tier in the Performance Rankings…Off The Ball Breakfast LIVE weekday mornings from 7:30am with Amazon.ie, Irish bra
FREE SNIPPET | The Sunday Paper Review | "They're Determined to Try and Smash the Rules": Man City Financial Fallout, Souness on Declan Rice | Off The Ball
This is just part of a much larger conversation, that is available for Off The Ball Members now! Become a member and sign up at offtheball.com/join. Shane Hannon is joined in studio by Declan Lynch and Gavin Cummiskey to comb through the best sports writing and back-page headlines. The panel breaks down Manchester City's financial breach verdict ahead of their clash with Liverpool at Anfield, Gavi
The Newsround: Waterford book trip to Aviva | Terryland builds up for semi-final drama | Premier League is back | OFF THE BALL
Shane Hannon brings you all the news from around the sporting world on what is a packed Saturday of sporting action.The Newsround on Off The Ball
The Racing Pod: "That is completely unsustainable" | Johnny Ward & Thom Malone | Off The Ball
Johnny Ward and Thom Malone are back for another episode of The Racing Pod to preview a weekend packed with action from the courses. We also here from William Hill's Sam Norris to chat through the top tips and tricks for the week. The Racing Pod on Off The Ball is brought to you by William Hill, 18+ see gamblingcare.ie
THE CRAPPY QUIZ | “I’m making up a new one screw it!” | Off the Ball
Mick McCarthy is on hosting duties for this week's scintillating and splenido Crappy Quiz. In the hot seat this week are three cranks from the OTB scrapheap of trivia – Shane Hannon, David Wilson, and Cameron Hill. Who will conquer all and reign supreme in this week's Crappy Quiz?
'Kilkenny legend Eoin Murphy retires | Manchester City's legacy | OTB Breakfast
Colm Boohig, Enda Coll and Shane Hannon are in studio reacting to the breaking news this morning that Kilkenny legend Eoin Murphy has retired after a renowned career between the sticks for the cats. The lads are also looking forward to Irelands game away to Kazakhstan this lunch time. Finally, as City travel to Liverpool this weekend the lads look forward to what might be a very hostile Anfield…Of
THE NEWSROUND | Injury blow for the girls in green | Rovers take on Drogheda | Leinster's homecoming
Eoin Sheahan, David Wilson and Eve Conway are in studio for Thursday's Newsround, as Carla Ward has issued an injury update ahead of tomorrow's clash with Kazakhstan. Meanwhile, Shamrock Rovers face Drogheda tonight, while Leo Cullen's charges prepare for their homecoming in the Laya Arena against Cardiff!The Newsround on Off The Ball with Amazon.ie, Irish brands at local prices. Start your search
“Arteta Looks Like He’s Been in Recruitment for YEARS” | Memorable Debuts | Breakfast Buffet | OTB Breakfast
The Breakfast Buffet Is BACK!! Colm Boohig, Dara Smith-Naughton and Kathleen McNamee are lining up for our selection of hot takes and cold statements. Dara raises the question of most memorable debuts in any sport, while Colm wonders what football managers would be doing in an alternate universe.Off The Ball Breakfast LIVE weekday mornings from 7:30am with Amazon.ie, Irish brands at local prices.
Title Race is Heating Up | FAI cup preview | Vinny Perth in the GAA | Papers | OTB BREAKFAST
Colm Boohig, Dara Smith-Naughton, Vinnie Perth and Kathleen McNamee are in studio this morning as they preview Ireland vs Kazakhstan. A big weekend is coming as the FAI cup semi finals are kicking off this weekend, with all four provinces being represented.Off The Ball Breakfast LIVE weekday mornings from 7:30am with Amazon.ie, Irish brands at local prices. Start your search at our dedicated and c
The Newsround | GAA Integration Hearing, Cillian O'Connor Retires and Stephen Bradley is staying at Rovers | Off The Ball
Eoin Sheahan, Eve Conway, and Arthur O'Dea bring you all the top sports stories on The Newsround. They break down the GAA, LGFA, and Camogie Association's Oireachtas Committee appearance following Dr. Mary McAleese's departure, Mayo legend Cillian O'Connor retiring as the All-Ireland Championship's all-time top scorer, and Shamrock Rovers manager Stephen Bradley rejecting a move to Hibernian. Plus
Basketball | National Cup first round draw reaction | 'Shocks will happen' | Tasty match ups | OTB
Ireland men’s 3x3 head coach and former Griffith College Éanna head coach, Darren McGovern takes us through the stand out games following the first round draw for the 2026/27 National Cup.The Dominos Super League on Off The Ball brought to you by Basketball Ireland
THE F1 POD: w/Harry Benjamin | "It was an absolute shambles!" | Safety car chaos
Eve Conway and Ciara Treacy are back to bring you another exciting episode of The F1 Pod. This week they are joined again by long-time friend of the pod, Formula 1 commentator Harry Benjamin. They discuss a rain soaked Bahrain Grand Prix, an exciting championship battle, who to watch on the last sprint race of the season and much, much more! The F1 Pod on Off The Ball brought to you by KitKat | #
Jonathan Douglas - You Had To Be There! | OFF THE BALL BREAKFAST
Colm Boohig and Enda Coll are joined alongside former Blackburn, Brentford, Leeds and Irish international Jonathan Douglas.Jonathan runs the lads through some of his ‘You had to be there’ moments, from his one and only Premier League goal to his beloved GAA.Off The Ball Breakfast LIVE weekday mornings from 7:30am with Amazon.ie, Irish brands at local prices. Start your search at our dedicated and
IRELAND 3-1 ENGLAND! | Messi’s Emotional Farewell | Wednesdays Papers | OTB BREAKFAST
Colm Boohig, Enda Coll and Matthew Brennan are in studio this morning with reaction to the Irish u21s beating reigning European champions England in Turners Cross. Tommy Lonergan is on fire, as the Waterford FC man bags a brace for Jim Crawfords side.Also, it has come to the end of an era as Lionel Messi played his last game for Argentina last night in a 3-0 win over Benin.Off The Ball Breakfast L
The Newsround | Budget 2027 Sports Boost, James McClean and Derry City, Armagh Retirements and Ireland U21 Win | OFF THE BALL
Will O'Callaghan, Arthur O'Dea, and Eve Conway bring you all the main stories from today. The panel breaks down the government's Budget 2027 sports funding, including €1m boosts for League of Ireland academies, hurling, and inter-county players and examines UEFA's investigation into an alleged spitting incident during Ireland's Nations League tie in Serbia. Plus, they react to Aidan Forker steppin
Minister for Sport on Integration: "There's a lot good that's come out of this debacle" | OTB
This is a PREVIEW of a wider interview with Minister for Sport Patrick O'Donovan.To listen to the interview in full, along with all other premium content offered by Off The Ball, you can become a member here: http://offtheball.com/joinWill O'Callaghan is joined by Minister for Sport, Patrick O'Donovan following the announcement of Budget 2027 to discuss the effects of the Budget on Irish Sport as
GAA Catchup | Ireland vs England u21 | Tuesdays Papers | OFF THE BALL BREAKFAST
Colm Boohig, Enda Coll and Matthew Brennan are in studio this morning discussing Aidan Forkers retirement from Armagh inter county. Also, Ireland take on England tonight down in Cork but speculation is rising on why this game is behind a pay wall.Off The Ball Breakfast LIVE weekday mornings from 7:30am with Amazon.ie, Irish brands at local prices. Start your search at our dedicated and curated ‘Br
THE NEWSROUND: The fallout from Serbia, Club GAA, URC action & Tennis controversy | OFF THE BALL
Eoin Sheahan, Arthur O'Dea, Michael McCarthy and Stephen Doyle are in studio for Monday's Newsround after a busy weekend of sporting action.They are also joined by Ben Symes, who was at the Republic of Ireland's 1-1 draw with Israel last night which wasn't without controversy, repeating the trend from the reverse tie last SundayThe Newsround on Off The Ball with Amazon.ie, Irish brands at local pr
Brian O'Driscoll - The Next Play: Shane Jennings on life after Leinster | Off The Ball
Welcome back to a brand new series on Off The Ball where Brian O'Driscoll sits down with legends of Irish sport who have retired their sporting career for something new. In this episode, Brian spoke to former professional rugby player Shane Jennings who played at openside flanker for both Leinster and Ireland. The Next Play on Off The Ball is brought to you by Amazon.ie, Irish brands at local pri
IRELAND v ISRAEL, Part 2 | 'I'm just glad this is over.' | Off The Ball Breakfast
Colm Boohig, Keith Treacy, John Fallon & Ben Symes react to Ireland v Israel last night, and sum up the last week in Irish football.With Amazon.ie, Irish brands at local prices. Start your search at our dedicated and curated ‘Brands of Ireland’ sectionCatch The Off The Ball Breakfast show LIVE weekday mornings from 7:30am or just search for Off The Ball Breakfast and get the podcast on the Off
The Sunday Paper Review UNLOCKED: "Proof Positive That You Can't Keep Politics Out of Sport": FAI Serbia Presser Chaos | Off The Ball
This is a free snippet of a much larger and in-depth conversationShane Hannon is joined in the studio by sports journalist and broadcaster Clíona Foley for the Sunday Paper Review to break down a chaotic week in Irish and international sportBecome a member and sign up at offtheball.com/join .
The Newsround: "His Goal Now Is Just to Survive This Camp" Serbia Presser Chaos | Off The Ball
Shane Hannon hosts The Newsround, with live updates from reporter Ben Symes in Bačka Topola, Serbia, following a chaotic pre-match press conference ahead of Ireland's Nations League fixture against Israel. Plus, Robbie Dowling and Tommy Rooney bring the latest updates across URC rugby, weekend GAA club action, Max Verstappen's Grand Prix win, and Celtic fan protests against Dermot Desmond.The News
The Saturday Panel | "It's Sucked the Joy Out of the International Window": FAI Leadership Failures | Parrott Magic and City Fallout | OTB
Shane Hannon is joined in studio by the Irish Daily Mail’s Linda Maher to break down a wild week in sport. The panel reacts to the chaotic pre-match press conference in Serbia after Ireland's 2–2 draw with Austria, Troy Parrott’s individual magic, and the lack of leadership that put Irish players in the firing line. Plus, they dissect the fallout from Manchester City’s 115 financial charges, Munst
Charlie Smyth: Mayobridge to the New Orleans Saints - how his NFL dreams came true | Inner Drive
In our latest edition of Inner Drive, Shane Hannon sat down with Mayobridge and Down footballer and NFL kicker with the New Orleans Saints, Charlie Smyth. In this episode Charlie reflects on his passion for the NFL that started at a young age, the pride he takes in his Mayobridge roots, and the remarkable journey that turned a childhood dream into reality. Inner Drive on Off The Ball is broug
THE RACING POD | “The biggest race in the flat calendar in Europe!” | Arc de Triomphe preview
John Duggan is back alongside Johnny Ward for this week’s Racing Pod, where they look ahead to all the weekend’s action.The Racing Pod on Off The Ball with William Hill. 18+ | Bet responsibly | http://GamblingCare.ie To become a member and access our exclusive content simply click: here:http://offtheball.com/join To become a member and access our exclusive content simply click: here:http://o
Part 1: IRELAND 2-2 AUSTRIA reaction | The greatest Lansdowne Road goal ever? | OTB Breakfast
Colm Boohig, Shane Hannon, Vinny Perth & Enda Coll run through Friday’s morning papers, as the lads react to Ireland’s 2-2 draw with Austria last night.With Amazon.ie, Irish brands at local prices. Start your search at our dedicated and curated ‘Brands of Ireland’ sectionCatch The Off The Ball Breakfast show LIVE weekday mornings from 7:30am or just search for Off The Ball Breakfast and get th
'We learned NOTHING!' | FAI Oireachtas Committee | MORNING PAPERS
Colm Boohig, Rachel Sheehan, Matthew Brennan & Enda Coll run you through Thursday morning's papers following the FAI's Oireacthas Committee hearing.With Amazon.ie, Irish brands at local prices. Start your search at our dedicated and curated ‘Brands of Ireland’ sectionCatch The Off The Ball Breakfast show LIVE weekday mornings from 7:30am or just search for Off The Ball Breakfast and get the po
THE NEWSROUND | Éamonn Fitzmaurice to Galway | The FAI in the Oireachtas | Crowley update
Eoin Sheahan, Ben Symes and Will O'Callaghan are live in studio for Wednesday's Newsround, as Heimir Hallgrimsson confirmed that Sunday's second leg against Israel will be going ahead, while the FAI management were in the Oireachtas earlier today.Former Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola has also issued a rallying cry towards the City fans, while Jack Crowley has spoken about his injury with Of
The F1 Pod: w/Declan Quigley | Three podiums for Dunne | Ocon leaving Haas
Eve Conway and Ciara Treacy are back to bring you another exciting episode of The F1 Pod. This week they are joined again by long-time friend of the pod, Formula broadcaster/journalist Declan Quigley. In this week's episode they look back at Dunne's incredibly successful weekend that saw him stand on the podium 3 times and claim his first win of the season. They also discuss the breaking news of E
What is your favourite sporting noise? | Breakfast Buffet | OFF THE BALL BREAKFAST
Colm Boohig, Enda Coll, Keith Treacy & Matthew Brennan tuck into the Breakfast Buffet, starting with the big question: fry-up or croissant and coffee – and what footballers really ate as nutrition culture changed through the years.From there it’s a proper grab-bag: Ireland jerseys and the ones fans love most, why modern kits look better without sponsors, and the start of “darts season” – incl
Where do Man City go from here!? | OFF THE BALL BREAKFAST
The latest seismic Manchester City update is finally here – an independent commission has found City guilty of serious breaches of Premier League financial rules across nine seasons, with major findings around sham contracts, misstated accounts and a failure to cooperate.Colm Boohig, Keith Treacy Enda Coll & Matthew Brennan dig into what the verdict actually says, what sanctions could (and sho
THE NEWSROUND | Man City officially found guilty of all 115 charges | No O'Sullivan for Ireland
Eoin Sheahan, Dion Fanning and Stephen Doyle are live in studio for Tuesday’s Newsround, as Manchester City have officially been found guilty of all 115 charges by the Premier League. Meanwhile Denise O’Sullivan will not travel to Kazakstan with Carla Ward’s side.The Newsround on Off The Ball with Amazon.ie, Irish brands at local prices. Start your search at our dedicated and curated ‘Brands of Ir
IRE vs ISR UPDATE | New voices & Different Opinions | OFF THE BALL BREAKFAST
Colm Boohig, Enda Coll, Matthew Brennan and Will O’Callaghan are in studio to discuss the ongoing issues of the weekend between Ireland and Israel. Updates include more opinions, different views and the question is raised that was the weekend a slight over reaction.After Gavin Bazunu stood away from the squad for Sunday, the panel debate whether that would cause serious unsettlement in the camp or
The Newsround: Ireland-Israel fiasco rumbles on as FAI come out fighting | Off The Ball
Monday's Off the Ball Newsround is brought to you by Eoin Sheahan, Mick McCarthy, David Wilson and Ben Symes, who bring you all today's sporting headlines.With Amazon.ie, Irish brands at local prices. Start your search at our dedicated and curated ‘Brands of Ireland’ section
What SHOULD the FAI have done? | OFF THE BALL BREAKFAST
FAI president Paul Cooke faces the media after Ireland’s Nations League game with Israel — and Off The Ball Breakfast plays his full, combative exchange in full.Cooke insists the decision to fulfil the fixture was “football democracy”, hits out at the coverage around the camp, and is repeatedly pressed on sanctions, player consultation and what would’ve happened if the squad had voted not to play.
Grainne Walsh: 'There was no sign of ring rust' | Irish performance in European | OTB BREAKFAST | OTB BREAKFAST
Irish boxer Gráinne Walsh joins on the show Colm Boohig, Matthew Brennan & Enda Coll to react to Ireland’s success at the European Boxing Championships.Off The Ball Breakfast LIVE weekday mornings from 7:30am with Amazon.ie, Irish brands at local prices. Start your search at our dedicated and curated ‘Brands of Ireland’ section!Catch The Off The Ball Breakfast show LIVE weekday mornings from 7
REACTION to Ireland vs Israel from Debrecen | OFF THE BALL BREAKFAST
Two people who witnessed a chaotic, unprecedented weekend for Irish football join Colm Boohig & Enda Coll; OTB's Ben Symes and John Fallon of the Irish Examiner, speaking from Hungary after Ireland’s Nations League match against Israel.They react to FAI president Paul Cook’s combative post-match comments, the reported player vote on whether to fulfil the fixture, and the sense of a split camp
Sunday Paper Review UNLOCKED | "Standing Up for Something Bigger": Gavin Bazunu's Ireland Withdrawl | FAI Leadership Chaos | Off The Ball
Orla McElroy and Paul O'Hehir join John Duggan for the Sunday Paper Review to break down a momentous day in Irish football as goalkeeper Gavin Bazunu boycotted Ireland's Nations League fixture against Israel over the ongoing war in Gaza. The panel criticizes the FAI board and UEFA for a total absence of leadership that left young players exposed to intense political fallout and internal dressing r
The Newsround: Ben Symes live from Debrecen with IRE vs ISR updates | Bad opening week in the URC for Ireland
John Duggan and Robbie Dowling go through the mornings sports news in Sunday's Newsround. Also, we hear from our reporter Ben Symes who's on the ground in Debrecen after a tumultuous 24 hours surrounding the Ireland vs Israel nations league fixture.
THE NEWSROUND: Developing story in Hungary over Ireland vs Israel | O'Rourke's sweep medals | Shels & Galway play a 4th 1-1 | OTB
John Duggan is joined by Robbie Dowling as they run through the news from around the sporting world on a day where a decision will be made on whether the Republic of Ireland Nations League match against Israel tomorrow will go aheadThe Newsround on Off The Ball
The Week on Off The Ball | Israel overshadows International window, rugby returns with BOD, The Wiffens in studio
Welcome to the latest installment of The Week on Off The Ball, a weekly listen back at some of our favourite pieces from right across the week that was. Eoin Sheahan bring us through the week that was on Off The Ball. On a week when Israel casts a shadow on the International break we hear from Irish internationals Kevin Kilbane, Stephen Reid, Jamie Finn and Lily Agg. Rugby returns this week and al
THE RACING POD | “I’m going to go for an outsider!” | Goffs Million & Newmarket Races preview
John Duggan is back alongside Donn McClean for this week’s Racing Pod, where they look ahead to all the weekend’s action. The Racing Pod on Off The Ball with William Hill. 18+ | Bet responsibly | http://GamblingCare.ie To become a member and access our exclusive content simply click: here:http://offtheball.com/join
"We Played Without an Identity" | Ireland's Grim Kosovo Defeat | Friday's Papers | Off The Ball
Vinny Perth and Keith Treacy join Enda Coll and Colm Boohing alongside David Wilson live from Pristina Airport to dissect the Republic of Ireland's dismal 1-0 defeat away to Kosovo.The panel breaks down Heimir Hallgrímsson's ultra-defensive setup, the total lack of offensive direction, Troy Parrott's isolation up front, and the heavy off-pitch strain on the squad ahead of their Nations League clas
THE NEWSROUND | Republic of Ireland vs Kosovo in the Nations League B | LIVE COMMENTARY BUILD-UP
Eoin Sheahan, Arthur O’Dea and Eve Conway are live in studio, joined on the line live from Kosovo by Stephen Doyle and Stuey Byrne for Thursday’s Newsround, as we build up to live commentary of Republic of Ireland’s Nations League B clash with Kosovo!The Newsround on Off The Ball with Amazon.ie, Irish brands at local prices. Start your search at our dedicated and curated ‘Brands of Ireland’ sectio
Heimir & Dara O'Shea presser | OTB LIVE from Kosovo | MORNING PAPERS | OTB Breakfast
Colm Boohig, Enda Coll & Dara Smith-Naughton run through Thursday’s morning papers, as the lads look ahead to Ireland v Kosovo tonight.Off The Ball Breakfast LIVE weekday mornings from 7:30am with Amazon.ie, Irish brands at local prices. Start your search at our dedicated and curated ‘Brands of Ireland’ section!Catch The Off The Ball Breakfast show LIVE weekday mornings from 7:30am or just sea
