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OTB Football delivers top-tier football analysis featuring some of the sharpest minds in the game, including Graham Hunter, Brian Kerr, and Jonathan Wilson. The podcast covers nostalgia, transfer rumors, and interviews with legends. It includes shows like The Football Show with Eoin & Nathan, Saturday Football with John Duggan, and Football Off The Ball Breakfast. Subscribe for all that and more.
Episodes
FOOTBALL DAILY: Ward dealt injury blow ahead of Kazakh clash | Rovers face stiff Drogheda test | Fergie on Rooney and Ronaldo
Phil Egan brings you Thursday’s Football Daily as Ireland step up preparations for Friday’s World Cup play-off semi-final away to Kazakhstan.There’s a major injury blow for Carla Ward with Jess Ziu ruled out of the first leg, while Katie McCabe and Marissa Sheva are suspended and Denise O’Sullivan is being rested. Jesse Stapleton also explains why Ireland won’t take Kazakhstan for granted.Plus, Sh
‘It makes people accountable…’ - Irish football funding in 2026 | Keith Long & Vinny Perth | OFF THE BALL BREAKFAST
Keith Long & Vinny Perth joins Colm Boohig & Kathleen McNamee to chat through his new role as Academy Director at Shelbourne, and why stepping away from first-team management was a conscious move after spells with Bohs and Waterford.They dig into what increased government funding means for League of Ireland academies: full-time roles, higher standards, and clearer pathways from U14s to the
FOOTBALL DAILY: Ireland 21s book playoff after win over England | Bradley 'proud' of Bazunu | Messi and Ronaldo's differing international careers
On Wednesday's Football Daily, Phil Egan brings you news of Ireland’s U21s famous night at a sold-out Turner’s Cross, coming from behind to beat England 3-1 and book their place in the European Championship play-offs. Jim Crawford reacts to a huge performance, while two-goal hero Tommy Lonergan and scorer Connor McManus look ahead to November’s draw and the challenge of doing it again as underdogs
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
'We are extremely proud of him' | Bradley on Bazunu's stance | Rovers chase the title | Off The Ball Football
With the Premier Division title race on a knife-edge, Stephen Bradley gives an update on Shamrock Rovers’ squad ahead of Drogheda, and explains why the focus stays firmly on “us” with five games to go and no points separating the contenders.Bradley also addresses the fallout from the recent Ireland-Israel window, speaking about Gavin Bazunu’s decision not to play, and why he’s “extremely proud” of
THE LOI POD: McClean's case against Derry, FAI Cup Semi-Final weekend & the Title Race pushes on | OFF THE BALL
Stephen and Gareth are back, sadly Vinny can't make it, but that makes the focus on Derry even more special.It's a big week in Off The Ball towers as we prepare to bring you both Club Orange Men's FAI Cup Semi-Finals this weekend.Ben Symes and Vinny Perth will be at Dalymount Park on Friday night for the final ever FAI Cup tie in the home of Irish Football, as Bohs go for the double with Waterford
Ireland's winners and losers of the window, and reasons to be optimistic! | The Green Scene on OFF THE BALL
The Green Scene is back as Matthew Brennan, Ben Symes and David Wilson look back on a truly chaotic Ireland international window — from the flat night in Kosovo to the highs and late collapse against Austria, and the strange setting of playing Israel in both rural Serbia & Hungary...We get into UEFA’s investigation into the alleged spitting incident, the big meeting in Berlin, and why this fix
FOOTBALL DAILY: UEFA investigate spit-gate | Ward coy on future | Messi brings curtain down on Argentina career
On Tuesday's Football Daily, Phil Egan brings you news that UEFA has opened an investigation into an alleged half-time incident during Ireland’s Nations League clash with Israel in Serbia, after a member of the Irish backroom staff claimed he was spat at by an Israeli player.It’s also a massive evening for Ireland’s U21s at Turner’s Cross, where Jim Crawford’s side know a win over group winners En
The COYGIG Pod | The World Cup qualifiers are here, Arsenal and Slegers feeling the pressure
On this week's episode of The COYGIG Pod, Kathleen McNamee, Karen Duggan & Scarlett Herron begin the build-up to the Republic of Ireland's World Cup play-off double-header against Kazakhstan, and look back at the final weekend of WSL action before the first international break of the season. Man City look unstoppable, Arsenal's title hopes are already smashed and London City Lionesses are star
FOOTBALL DAILY: Ireland held by Israel as spitting allegation is made
Phil Egan rounds up Monday’s Football Daily as Ireland’s international window ends with a tense 1-1 draw with Israel in Serbia. Troy Parrott’s first-half penalty had the Boys in Green ahead before Dor Peretz levelled after the break, leaving Ireland third in the group.Heimir Hallgrímsson reflects on an emotionally charged camp, an allegation of spitting involving an Ireland staff member, and why h
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
HEIMIR HALLGRIMSSON: ‘I felt they were trying to intimidate us…’ | Confirmation of spitting allegations | OTB FOOTBALL
Off The Ball’s Ben Symes was in Serbia for the second of Ireland’s Nations League B games against Israel. He confirms that a member of the Irish coaching staff alleges that an Israeli player spat at him, which sparked the incident at half time.
Heimir Hallgrimsson: "This is a nice quiet enviroment" | MD-1 before ROI vs ISL | OTB
Ben Symes spoke to Republic of Ireland Head Coach Heimir Hallgrimsson ahead of tomorrow's final Nations League clash of the window, a second tie against Israel, this time played in Serbia.Football on Off The Ball with NovibetOver 18s only | gamblingcare.ie | Please gamble responsibly
FOOTBALL DAILY: Parrott magic not enough as Austria make a comeback | Heimir on Ireland's tired bodies | Dundalk and Bohs meet in crucial title clash
Phil Egan is back with Friday’s Football Daily, and it’s a night of mixed emotions for Ireland after a 2-2 Nations League draw with Austria at the Aviva.Troy Parrott steals the headlines with a piece of pure magic before adding a second from the spot, but Ireland’s two-goal cushion disappears in a tired second half. Hear Heimir Hallgrímsson on running out of gas, plus Stuey Byrne marvelling at a g
Part 1: IRELAND 2-2 AUSTRIA reaction (UNLOCKED) | 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
HEIMIR HALLGRIMSSON: ‘We knew they would have more energy than us!’ | Parrott's brilliance | Ireland 2-2 Austria | OTB FOOTBALL
Off The Ball’s Ben Symes was in the Aviva to get the post-match reaction from Republic of Ireland manager Heimir Hallgrimsson, following their 2-2 draw with Austria in the Nations League B.
FOOTBALL DAILY: Heimir adds in Dunne as Bazunu is welcomed back | Austria come to Dublin | Ronaldo flies home
Phil Egan is back with Thursday’s Football Daily, as Ireland return to Nations League action against Austria at the Aviva Stadium — with protests planned and Heimir Hallgrímsson urging fans to get behind the players.We hear from the Ireland boss on media reporting around the Israel games, while Conan Byrne joins Off The Ball Breakfast and says the players still have an opportunity to make a stand.
INSIDE THE ODDS: "Italian football is in real trouble isn't it?" | An impressive Fabian Ruiz stat
David Wilson, Enda Coll and Matthew Brennan are back to bring you another episode of Inside The Odds. In today's episode they discuss Mancini's return to Italy, Spain's style of play and much, much more! Inside The Odds on Off The Ball brought to you by Novibet. Over 18s only | gamblingcare.ie | Please gamble responsibly
THE LOI POD: LOI Superstars moving abroad, Dundalk's flailing form, Bohs' attacking options | OFF THE BALL
The gang is all back together, with Stevo, Vinny and Gareth all present in an LOI Pod in the midst of this extended International Break.The lads talk about the young LOI superstars moving across the water with the confirmation of Michael Noonan moving to Nottingham Forest at the end of this season.Next, the lads preview Friday night's feature match, the only Premier Division match of the weekend a
FOOTBALL DAILY: Hallgrimsson says that second Israel game will go ahead | Ireland 21s win crucial qualifier | City vow to fight charges
Phil Egan brings you Wednesday’s Football Daily, with Ireland boss Heimir Hallgrímsson speaking ahead of Thursday’s Nations League clash with Austria at the Aviva Stadium.Hallgrímsson confirms Sunday’s return fixture against Israel will go ahead in Serbia, discusses the impact on the squad, and welcomes Gavin Bazunu back into camp as Josh Keeley links up as cover. He also reacts to the prospect of
HEIMIR HALLGRIMSSON: "They played on the edge!" | Day of normality | Bosun Lawal call up
Heimir Hallgrimsson chats to Ben Symes one on one ahead of tomorrow's game against Austria in the Aviva Stadium. He looks back on the character of his players in the Israel games, looks ahead to the home support the team will receive at Landsdowne Road, chats about Bosun Lawal's call up to the squad and much, much more! Football on Off The Ball brought to you by Novibet
The Green Scene: Christian Fuchs on winning the Premier League, captaining Austria and what can Ireland expect on Thursday night?
On this weeks special edition episode of The Green Scene, Ben Symes is joined by former Austria captain and Premier League winner Christian Fuchs ahead of Austria’s visit to the Aviva Stadium to face Ireland on Thursday. They chat all about Christian’s career for Austria, winning the Premier League with Leicester and what can Ireland expect to see when they face Austria on Thursday. NOTE: Thi
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 week that was for the FAI | What next for the players? | The Green Scene
On this week’s episode of The Green Scene with Matthew Brennan, Ben Symes and David Wilson, we unpack the fallout from Ireland’s politically charged Nations League win over Israel – and the questions that still hang over the FAI’s handling of the entire window.Ben takes us inside how Paul Cooke finally fronted up after the match, what he said about “the media narrative”, and why the late “players’
THE COYGIG POD: Carla Ward squad announcement | FAI Cup Final reaction
Scarlett Herron and Karen Duggan are back to bring you another episode of The COYGIG Pod in which they discuss Carla Ward's latest WNT squad announcement, the FAI Cup Final and much, much more! The COYGIG Pod on Off The Ball
FOOTBALL DAILY: Eamon Dunphy on the 'bravery' of the Ireland players | Heimir and FAI's mishandling of the situation | Ward names WC Playoff squad
Tuesday’s Football Daily with Phil Egan takes you through a packed day of headlines, with Eamon Dunphy reflecting on the fallout from Ireland’s Nations League fixture with Israel and praising the players for how they handled an impossible situation.Dunphy questions the FAI’s management of the weekend, UEFA’s stance, and discusses Gavin Bazunu’s withdrawal. Plus, Brian Kerr gives an update on Bazun
Eamon Dunphy - “They’ve been very brave” | Ireland vs Israel | OFF THE BALL BREAKFAST
For the full interview, become a member at OFFTHEBALL.COMColm Boohig and Will O’Callaghan are joined alongside Irish punditry legend, Eamon Dunphy. After a tough weekend for Irish sport Dunphy praises the Irish squad labelling them as brave as not only the performance they produced but the difficult time they underwent with the fixture.Dunphy feels strongly toward the Israeli FA and there inclusio
FOOTBALL DAILY: Ireland-Israel now escalates into a racism row | Cooke blames media for FAI mishandling | City's financial doping
Monday’s Football Daily with Phil Egan has the latest from Ireland’s controversial Nations League trip to Hungary — with the FAI reviewing video evidence after allegations Adam Idah was racially abused by Israeli fans, and the fallout from a week dominated by boycott calls.Hear Paul Cooke’s fiery defence of the association’s handling of the fixture, as well as Heimir Hallgrímsson on Gavin Bazunu’s
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.
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
Shelbourne are FAI Cup Champions | Reaction from Tallaght Stadium: Athlone Town 1-3 Shelbourne | OTB
Stephen Doyle was alongside Olivia O'Toole for our live and exclusive commentary of the Club Orange Women's FAI Cup Final at Tallaght Stadium earlier today.Stephen spoke to captain Pearl Slattery, manager Sean Russell, teenage superstar Halle Harcourt and Goalkeeper Mya Sanchez as the Reds celebrated their 3rd FAI Cup victory in 5 seasonsThe League of Ireland on Off The Ball
‘An absolute balls of this!’ - IRE v ISR fiasco | The Green Scene | OFF THE BALL
Ben Symes is live in Debrecen for a special breaking news edition of The Green Scene, as the Republic of Ireland’s build-up to Israel descends into chaos.With Matthew Brennan and David Wilson, Ben pieces together a tumbling timeline: the delayed press conference, reports of a player vote, and the confirmation that Gavin Bazunu has withdrawn from the squad on personal grounds.The lads react to the
SHARING THE SPOILS | ‘That’s why people love the League of Ireland!’ | JOHN RUSSELL & RICHIE HOLLAND
Jonathan Higgins was in Galway tonight as Galway United and Shelbourne played to a 1-1 draw in the only League of Ireland fixture during this international break weekend!He spoke with Shels boss John Russell as well as Galway’s Richie Holland after the game.The League of Ireland on Off The Ball.
The COYGIG Pod: Jamie Finn on getting back to the pitch & Ireland aspirations
Kathleen McNamee sat down with Jamie Finn to chat about getting back on the pitch with Burnley after an ACL injury, the great job Lily Agg is doing with Athlone Town as they prepare to meet Finn's old club Shels and her dream to make it to a World Cup with Ireland.
REACTION: Ireland fall FLAT in Kosovo - 'WAY off it...' - The Green Scene in Prístina | OFF THE BALL
It’s just after midnight in Pristina, and Ireland’s Nations League campaign has started with a dismal 1-0 defeat to Kosovo at the Fadil Vokrri Stadium.On this late-night Green Scene, we break down a performance that felt “way off it”: a back five packed with centre-backs, a midfield bypassed, and an attack that never really got going. We dig into the missed moments, the 1v1 battles Ireland lost, a
"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
DEFEAT IN KOSOVO | ‘It’s a killer blow…’ | HALLGRIMSSON, O’SHEA, KNIGHT & OGBENE
Off The Ball’s David Wilson was in Kosovo to get the immediate reactions to Ireland’s 1-0 defeat in their opening Nations League B campaign. He spoke with Republic of Ireland manager Heimir Hallgrimsson, captain Dara O’Shea, as well as players Jason Knight and Chiedozie Ogbene.
FOOTBALL DAILY: Ireland take on Kosovo amidst the noise | Kilbane on players being 'exposed' | Ronaldo chases 1000
David Wilson is in Pristina as Ireland kick off their Nations League campaign away to Kosovo, with Heimir Hallgrímsson warning of a tough night and a ferocious atmosphere.Hear the Ireland boss size up Kosovo’s key threats, from Vedat Muriqi to Milot Rashica, and why matching their physicality and work-rate is non-negotiable.Stand-in captain Dara O’Shea speaks after a difficult week in the Irish ca
THE LOI POD: David McMillan's career memories | How to deal with a Title Race | Underachievers of the year | OTB
It's been a quiet week on the LOI front, with most of us recovering from a hectic weekend of title and relegation race swings and now the focus on Pristina and the Republic of Ireland's Nations League opener against Kosovo.But fear not, as Vinny Perth is in studio for this week's LOI Pod, and with him he brings one of the greatest LOI strikers of the 21st century, David McMillan. Meanwhile, Stephe
Women's FAI Cup Final Preview: Agg, Russell, Slattery, Waesch & More | Athlone Town vs Shelbourne | OTB
Ross Flanagan was on hand at the Club Orange Women's FAI Cup Final Media day in Tallaght Stadium earlier in the week and spoke to the managers, captains and other players that will feature for Athlone Town and Shelbourne as the two sides battle it out for the FAI Cup in their 4th Cup Final meeting in 5 years.Firstly hear from Republic of Ireland International Lily Agg, who talks about her time so
The Green Scene head to Kosovo | Republic of Ireland vs Kosovo preview LIVE from Dublin Airport
Matthew Brennan and David Wilson are here to bring you a very special instalment of The Green Scene live from Dublin airport as they are about to embark on their voyage to Kosovo to watch the Republic of Ireland play their first game of the Nations League group stage. And as ever, we are looking for your inspiration to help us, fancy getting in touch? You can do so by emailing thegreenscene@offthe
FOOTBALL DAILY: Ireland arrive in Kosovo for NL opener | OFF THE BALL
Phil Egan brings you Wednesday’s Football Daily as the Republic of Ireland squad arrive in Pristina for their Nations League opener against KosovoRepublic of Ireland Head Coach Heimir Hallgrimsson addresses the media for the first time ahead of a 4-game International BreakDara O’Shea talks about the teams preparation ahead of the two Israel matchesAnd Kevin Kilbane shares his thoughts on Seamus Co
The COYGIG Pod | Lily Agg's Double Dream, FAI Cup final preview
With the FAI Cup final between Athlone and Shelbourne just days away, Kathleen McNamee, Karen Duggan & Scarlett Herron give their thoughts on how the game will go. We also hear from Athlone manager, Lilly Agg & Shelbourne Captain Pearl Slattery. The gang also round-up the weekends WSL action.You can listen to live commentary of the FAI Cup final between Athlone and Shelbourne on Sunday's O
TEASER: Kevin Kilbane on the Republic of Ireland's upcoming Israel face-off | OTB
Eoin Sheahan is joined by former Republic of Ireland International Kevin Kilbane to talk about the Republic of Ireland's upcoming Nations League campaign which sees them take on Kosovo on Thursday, Austria the following Thursday and Israel the two Sundays in between.Football on Off The Ball with NovibetOver 18s only | gamblingcare.ie | Please gamble responsibly
GLENN WHELAN: Life at Livi, Ireland's midfield conundrum, and Bradley to Hibs? | The Green Scene
Former Republic of Ireland midfielder Glenn Whelan joins The Green Scene to reflect on a bruising start to his first head-coach role at Livingston — and the harsh reality of modern football ownership, data-led recruitment, and being judged after just five league games.Whelan breaks down what went wrong behind the scenes, what he’s learned about “managing up”, and why the experience has only fuelle
FOOTBALL DAILY: Ireland set to depart for Kosovo amid Israeli jibes | Xavi on Van Dijk Dutch impact | United's 'LinkedIn' culture
Phil Egan is back with Tuesday’s Football Daily, as Ireland fly to Kosovo for their Nations League opener — with Heimir Hallgrímsson set to face questions after a furious response from the Israel FA to his comments ahead of this window.We also look ahead to a big opening night in the Women’s Champions League, with Ireland international Kyra Carusa in action, and hear from Arsenal boss Renée Sleger
Brian O'Driscoll - The Next Play: Niall Quinn on life after football | Off The Ball
Welcome 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 episode one, Brian spoke to former professional footballer for Ireland, Arsenal, Manchester City and Sunderland, Niall Quinn about the transition from athlete to running a business. The Next Play on Off The Ball is brought to y
FOOTBALL DAILY: Phillips in, Vale and McGrath out | Carrick on United deflation | Isak comes up trumps for Liverpool
Phil Egan is on hand to bring you Monday's Football Daily.Ireland get a late squad shake-up ahead of a huge Nations League window, with Killian Phillips drafted in after injuries to Jamie McGrath and Harvey Vale. We’ve got all the travel plans too, as Heimir Hallgrímsson’s side gear up for Kosovo, Israel, Austria and the return date in Serbia.Plus, the FAI confirm Brian Sørensen as part of Carla W
The Final Whistle: "The sum of all parts isn't great..." | Fulham 1-1 Manchester United | OTB
Stephen Doyle and Vinny Perth were on hand to give their immediate reaction as Manchester United left it late to equalise away to Fulham and get a point before the International Break.The Final Whistle on Off The Ball with NovibetOver 18s only | gamblingcare.ie | Please gamble responsibly
The Final Whistle: 'This is the start for Isak at Liverpool...' | Bournemouth 0-1 Liverpool | OTB
Phil Egan and Keith Treacy were on hand to give their immediate reaction to Liverpool's away win over Bournemouth at the Vitality Stadium in the final Premier League Sunday before the International Break.The Final Whistle on Off The Ball with NovibetOver 18s only | gamblingcare.ie | Please gamble responsibly
THE LOI WRAP-UP: The race for the title heats up! | Late winners, late losers and streaks broken | OFF THE BALL
On this week's edition of the LOI Wrap-Up, a new series highlighting all the action, reaction and storylines of the weekend's League of Ireland Action, Ross Flanagan brings you through last night's action and beyond as:Bohs, Rovers leave it lateShels break their winless streakDerry City help their safety pushA battle on both ends of the tableThe WPD run-inA race to get in and out of the playoffWha
Graham Coughlan: “The way I’ve been spoken to for three months is not ideal!” | Rovers 3-2 Waterford
Substitute John McGovern scored a double inside five minutes as Shamrock Rovers twice came from behind to get back to winning ways in this rollercoaster clash at Tallaght Stadium. Ben Symes caught up with Waterford Fc manager Graham Coughlan after the game.
LOI LATE NIGHT: A night of last-minute winners! | Rovers & Shels back to winning ways | Three-horse title race?
Shane Keegan is back for League Of Ireland Late Night to go through this evening's games following a tense and exciting night across the country with the title race swinging in all sorts of directions throughout the evening.But don't forget, the battle to stay out of that 9th place continues on, with 6 teams trying to 1-up each other.As ever, you can have your say on LOI Late Night when it returns
FOOTBALL DAILY: Rovers aim to avoid having the Blues | Throwing the 'Kitching' sink | United's red flags
Phil Egan brings you Friday’s Football Daily, with a huge night in the League of Ireland title race as Shamrock Rovers host Waterford at Tallaght Stadium, with live and exclusive commentary on Off The Ball, Newstalk and the Go Loud app.We hear from Stephen Bradley on the “business end” of the season, and Waterford boss Graeme Coughlan on why Rovers remain the benchmark — plus the latest on Bohemia
FAI CEO DAVID COURELL on Israel | What a boycott would mean and protesters against the association | Off The Ball
FAI CEO David Courell was speaking with Ben Symes today ahead of Ireland's Nations League fixtures against Israel. Courell defends the association's decision to fulfill the matches following a 75–32 General Assembly vote, detailing the severe financial and sporting sanctions Ireland faced from UEFA for forfeiting.Become a member and sign up at offtheball.com/join
INSIDE THE ODDS | 'I have no idea what 'Carrick-ball' is!' | Where are Villa’s goals going to come from?
David Wilson is joined in studio by Dara Smith-Naughton and Enda Coll for this week’s Inside The Odds, as pre-season predictions have largely been proven correct, and Micheal Carrick has just had his worst week as Manchester United manager… so far!Inside The Odds on Off The Ball with Novibet.Over 18s only | gamblingcare.ie | Please gamble responsibly
THE GREEN SCENE: Coleman and Collins miss out, Kitching and Elding in + Vata’s return
It’s a bonus episode of The Green Scene as Heimir Hallgrímsson names a 26-man Republic of Ireland squad for a huge four-game window: Kosovo away, two games against Israel, and Austria in Dublin.Matthew Brennan, David Wilson and Ben Symes react to the big calls — no Seamus Coleman (still without a club) and captain Nathan Collins ruled out through injury — and what that means for leadership in camp
FOOTBALL DAILY: No room for Collins and Coleman as Heimir includes new faces | Carrick under increasing pressure | Celtic in European action
Phil Egan is back with Thursday’s Football Daily, with Heimir Hallgrímsson naming his Republic of Ireland squad for the upcoming Nations League window. There’s no Seamus Coleman (still without a club) and Nathan Collins misses out through injury, while Liam Kitching earns a first call-up and Joel Bagan and Owen Elding are included.There’s also the latest from Manchester United after blowing a 2-0
Man Utd EMBARRASSED, Heimir’s squad & MORE! | Thursday’s Papers | OFF THE BALL BREAKFASTMan Utd EMBARRASSED, Heimir’s squad & MORE! | Thursday’s Papers | OFF THE BALL BREAKFAST
A packed-house on Off The Ball Breakfast Enda Coll, David Wilson, Matthew Brennan & Dara Smith-Naughton kick things off with a proper post-mortem on Manchester United’s latest collapse - 2-0 up at Old Trafford, and somehow losing 3-2 to Brighton. The lads dig into the Carrick heat, the tactical issues, and a ruthless look at Benjamin Šeško’s night, with Shea Lacey’s goal the one bright spot in
THE LOI POD: The title race IS ON | Have Pats hit good form at the right time? | OFF THE BALL
Ben jumps back into the hot-seat this week while Stephen is away, and as per usual, is joined by Vinny and Gareth to dissect a packed double-header with all the relevant points swings, title challenges and position changes to come with it.Vinny and Gareth debate the fallout from the top of the table clash between St Patrick's Athletic and Shamrock RoversWith more from across the league including t
FOOTBALL DAILY: Szoboszlai stunner | Sunderland take on AZ | Gabriel's Irish passport to open doors to Europe?
Wednesday’s Football Daily with Phil Egan is packed with Carabao Cup talking points, as Liverpool see off Spurs 3-1 at Anfield — with Alexis Mac Allister and Cody Gakpo on the scoresheet and a “cracker” from Dominik Szoboszlai stealing the show, plus praise for the Reds’ young stars.Arsenal also progress after 16-year-old Max Dowman hits two in a 4-2 win at Ipswich, while Roberto De Zerbi looks fo
FOOTBALL DAILY: Pats pile pressure on Rovers | Abankwah makes his mark against Inter | O'Neill called into NI squad
Phil Egan brings you Tuesday’s Football Daily, with St Patrick’s Athletic going top of the Premier Division in style after a 4-0 win away to Dundalk, as Stephen Kenny urges his players to keep their feet on the ground ahead of Sligo Rovers.There’s also drama across the league as Drogheda United come from behind to beat Shelbourne, Waterford and Derry City share the points in a 2-2 draw, and Sligo’
THE GREEN SCENE: Squad picks for international window | Finn Azaz debate | Parrott benched but Abankwah nets in San Siro
International football’s back and The Green Scene returns with a massive week ahead as Heimir Hallgrímsson gets set to name his squad.Matthew Brennan, Ben Symes and David Wilson dig into Troy Parrott’s frustrating night as an unused sub for Real Betis, while Trent Kone-Doherty’s goals in Norway have everyone talking. There’s also chat on Andrew Omobamidele’s Anderlecht debut, James Aban
The COYGIG Pod: "London City were so vulnerable" | Arsenal's 30 missed chances | Ballon D'Or winner predictions
Our COYGIG panel is bag for another episode following an action packed weekend in the WSL where we saw Arsenal miss 30 chances to score ending 0-0 to Crystal Palace and Liverpool held to a frustrating draw by Tottenham, and our panel give their Ballon D'Or winner predictions! The COYGIG Pod on Off The Ball is brought to you by Cadbury, proud sponsors of the Republic of Ireland national teams.
FOOTBALL DAILY: United rage over VAR | Haaland the matchwinner | Kenny on Pats title mission
Monday’s Football Daily with David Wilson has all the fallout from the Manchester Derby, as Michael Carrick fumes over the “plain and obvious” VAR controversy that allowed Erling Haaland’s winner despite United playing against 10 men for over 70 minutes.There’s also reaction from Phil Egan and Brian Kerr at Old Trafford, plus Haaland on how City adapted after Phil Foden’s red card.Elsewhere, Brigh
The Final Whistle: "It will be relief as well as delight for Maresca" | Manchester United 0-1 Manchester City | OFF THE BALL
Phil Egan and Brian Kerr were on hand in Old Trafford to give their immediate reaction to a tense Manchester Derby which saw Manchester City narrowly overcome Manchester United and win 1-0 following the sending off of Phil Foden in the first half for an incident with Bruno Fernandez.The Final Whistle on Off The Ball with NovibetOver 18s only | gamblingcare.ie | Please gamble responsibly
The Final Whistle: "Lewis Dunk for half a second forgot he was Lewis Dunk!..."Coventry City 5-0 Brighton & Hove Albion | OFF THE BALL
Richie McCormack and Keith Treacy were on hand to give their immediate reaction as Brighton & Hove Albion hammered Coventry City in their own home 5-0 which included a Goal of the Season contender scored by Lewis Dunk.The Final Whistle on Off The Ball with NovibetOver 18s only | gamblingcare.ie | Please gamble responsibly
THE LOI WRAP-UP: Pats put their title challenge on the table | Derry, Bohs win late on | Goal of the season? | OFF THE BALL
On this week's edition of the LOI Wrap-Up, a new series highlighting all the action, reaction and storylines of the weekend's League of Ireland Action, Ross Flanagan brings you through last night's action and beyond as:Pats put themselves firmly in the title raceBohs and Derry win late onDrogheda pick up important winThe First Division play-offs nearA very important WPD SaturdayThe National League
Pats beat Rovers | Is this a title race? | “Declarations are on hold!” | Stephen Kenny & Joe Redmond
First-half goals from Jay McClelland and Aidan Keena delivered St Patrick's Athletic a telling victory over champions Shamrock Rovers in a pulsating Dublin derby at Richmond Park to blow the SSE Airtricity Men's Premier Division title race wide open. Ben Symes caught up with Stephen Kenny and Joe Redmond after the game!The League of Ireland on Off The Ball.
LOI LATE NIGHT: Are Pats in a title race? | Sligo Rovers disappointment | Most eventful late night ever?
Shane Keegan is back for League Of Ireland Late Night to go through this evening's games.The League of Ireland on Off The Ball.
INSIDE THE ODDS | Manchester derby is “really hard to predict!” | Off the Ball
Mick McCarthy, David Wilson, and Shane Hannon join forces to bring you this week's Inside the Odds. After wins for both of Manchester's titans in Europe this week, United and City renew rivalries at Old Trafford this week in the first post-Pep Manchester derby. Can Enzo Maresca secure a win in his first trip to Old Trafford as City boss?with thanks to Novibet. Over 18's Only | gamblingcare.ie | Pl
FOOTBALL DAILY: Kenny takes on Bradley in a potential title showdown | Egan's Hull target Chelsea | Sesko on United mark
Phil Egan is in the chair for Friday’s Football Daily, with a big night in the League of Ireland as St Pat’s and Shamrock Rovers go head-to-head at Richmond Park in a fixture that could decide the Premier Division title race.We hear from Stephen Kenny on Pats’ resilience after a bruising spell, and preview the rest of tonight’s top-flight action, plus the latest from the LOI pod as the panel asks
FOOTBALL DAILY: Arteta's Arsenal win in Naples | United face Sabah test | Kerrigan's Como experience
Phil Egan rounds up a busy night of Champions League action on Thursday’s Football Daily, as Arsenal open their campaign with a 1-0 win away to Napoli and Liverpool edge Atlético Madrid thanks to an Alexis Mac Allister winner.We also hear debate from The Football Show on whether Liverpool are really progressing under Andoni Iraola, plus a look at PSG and Barcelona’s big wins.Manchester United retu
THE LOI POD: More dreaming to be done | The fallout from the Cup QFs | A very drab 0-0 | Sligo's managerial future | OFF THE BALL
Vinny and Gareth are back for this week's LOI Pod, but where's Stevo?. While he's taking a much-needed break, Ben jumps in to hear all the lad's thought's after a raucous FAI Cup Quarter-Final weekend.Is there still a title race?, Vinny Perth thinks so, with Bohs and Pats clipping on the heels of their Dublin rivals Shamrock RoversYou can listen to LIVE commentary of that 1st vs 2nd clash between
SHELBOURNE'S RUN IN: Eddie Beach & Olivia Damico | Ajax, UNC & an upcoming Cup Final | OFF THE BALL
Ross Flanagan was at Tolka Park to speak to Shelbourne's Men's First-Team Goalkeeper Eddie Beach, who has settled into life well in North Dublin. He spoke about being dropped straight into European action including a big match against Giants Ajax.Women's First Team Midfielder Olivia Damico spoke about the feeling in the camp ahead of the big FAI Cup Final against Athlone Town at the end of the mon
THE COYGIG POD: The woman leading the FAI's plans for the future of women and girls' football | LIZZY KENT
The COYGIG Pod sat down with the FAI's head of women and girls' football Lizzy Kent to talk about her plans for developing the sport in Ireland. Kent joined the association in January but has extensive experience with grassroots and underage international football in Ireland.The COYGIG Pod on Off the Ball is brought to you by Cadbury, proud sponsor of the Republic of Ireland international teams.
THE GREEN SCENE: Parrott stuns Lille & Madrid | Coleman's comeback plans | Off The Ball
The Green Scene is back in full this week with Matthew Brennan, David Wilson and Ben Symes talk all about Troy Parrott doing it on the big stage again. A Champions League winner at Lille, hot on the heels of that Real Madrid moment.They dig into what it says about his confidence, his ceiling, and why this Real Betis move already feels like the perfect fit. There’s also a big Seamus Coleman chat af
FOOTBALL DAILY: Parrott's dream UCL debut | O'Dea in Paris | Maca contract plea
Phil Egan is back with Wednesday’s Football Daily, with Troy Parrott the headline act again — scoring on his Champions League debut as Real Betis edge Lille, 3-2. Keith Treacy joins Off The Ball Breakfast to ask just how high Parrott’s ceiling is, and whether he could become a long-term Ireland captain.There’s also a round-up of Tuesday night’s action as Erling Haaland fires Manchester City to a w
FOOTBALL DAILY: Parrott's UCL debut | City and Villa in Euro action | Kelleher back to Liverpool?
Phil Egan is back with Tuesday’s Football Daily as the Champions League returns — with Troy Parrott in France to face Lille as he looks to make his long-awaited debut in Europe’s elite competition for Real Betis, fresh off that huge winner against Real Madrid.We also preview Manchester City’s trip to Porto, with Enzo Maresca downplaying the pressure after a big-money rebuild, plus Aston Villa’s op
The COYGIG Pod | Katie Taylor's legacy will have lasting impact & The WSL returns
As the new WSL season is underway, Kathleen McNamee, Karen Duggan & Scarlett Herron are back to give their thoughts on the opening weekend of action. While the WSL's return wasn't the biggest sporting event in women's sport this weekend, the gang speak about Katie Taylor's swan song and what will be her lasting legacy.The COYGIG Pod on Off the Ball is brought to you by Cadbury, a proud sponsor
