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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
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
SHAY GIVEN: "I just think City will be champions come end of the season" | Premier League title hopefuls | Parrott's Betis heroics | OFF THE BALL
Ben Symes spoke to former Republic of Ireland International Shay Given and got his thoughts on the start of the Premier League season as well as how some of Heimir Hallgrimsson's Republic of Ireland hopefuls are getting on across the continent.“Shay Given was promoting Premier Sports – the home of live football and rugby including UEFA club competitions, English Premier League, BKT United Rugby Ch
FOOTBALL DAILY: Arteta's Arsenal charge on | Carrick cools United jets | 'Heavenly' Parrott
Phil Egan is back with Monday’s Football Daily, as Arsenal keep their perfect start to the Premier League season with a 2-1 comeback win over Chelsea at the Emirates. Hear from Mikel Arteta, David Raya, Reece James and Chelsea boss Xabi Alonso, plus Vinny Perth on what this result says about the champions.Manchester United are left frustrated after a late Everton equaliser, with Michael Carrick an
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Bohs book their place in the FAI Cup Semi-Finals | Reaction from Richmond Park | St Pats 1-1 Bohs [AET]
Stephen Doyle was on hand to get immediate reaction from a cracking Club Orange FAI Cup Quarter-Final at Richmond Park which went all the way to penalties as Bohemians edged St Patrick's Athletics to book their place in the Semi-Finals, which will be a home tie against Waterford.Hear from Bohs Centre-Back Cian Byrne, manager Alan Reynolds and St Pats manager Stephen Kenny as they react to a game w
"It was just brilliant to watch!" | Arsenal 2-1 Chelsea | The Final Whistle
Phil Egan and Vinny Perth were on hand as Arsenal made it 3 wins from 3 to start the season when they overcame a pushing Chelsea side at the Emirates Stadium.The Final Whistle on Off The Ball with NovibetOver 18s only | gamblingcare.ie | Please gamble responsibly
"There was a never-say-die spirit about Everton" | Everton 2-2 Man United | The Final Whistle
Dave McIntyre and Brian Kerr were on hand to give their immediate reaction as Ainsley Maitland-Niles netted a superb strike from outside the box to level a tense 2-2 draw between Everton and Manchester United.The Final Whistle on Off The Ball with NovibetOver 18s only | gamblingcare.ie | Please gamble responsibly
THE LOI WRAP-UP: Cork secure promotion | Shels hold Rovers to a draw | FAI Cup QF Weekend | 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:Cork win First Division titleA Ringsend derby ending levelFAI Cup Quarter Final Weekend2nd week of FAI National LeagueWomen's Premier Division run-inSUBSCRIBE at OffTheBall.com/join
LOI LATE NIGHT: “I was expecting more!” | FAI Cup & Shels vs Rovers!
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.
Waterford book quarterfinal place: “The lads responded!” | Graham Coughlan, Darren Purse & John Russell reacts draw with Rovers!
A dominant second-half performance from Waterford FC steered Graham Coughlan's side into their first Club Orange FAI Men's Cup semi-final since 2022 as they comfortably overcame Sligo Rovers in their quarter-final tie at the RSC. Odhran Johnson caught up with Graham Coughlan and Darren Purse after the game and Ben Symes caught up with John Russell following Sehls' 0-0 draw with Shamrock Rover
FOOTBALL DAILY: Bradley on 'special' Gaffney | Parrott takes on Mourinho | Taylor's footballing prowess
Phil Egan has all of Friday’s Football Daily, with a packed look ahead to a big night of action at home and abroad.Shamrock Rovers host Shelbourne at Tallaght Stadium in our live and exclusive commentary game, as Stephen Bradley pays tribute to retiring striker Rory Gaffney.It’s also FAI Cup quarter-final night, with Waterford vs Sligo Rovers under the spotlight — plus Vinny Perth on the LOI Pod q
INSIDE THE ODDS | ‘I could have kept Spurs in the Premier League last season!’ | Marcus Rashford needs to ‘kiss the badge’!
Mick McCarthy is joined in studio by Shane Hannon and David Wilson for this week’s Inside The Odds.Inside The Odds on Off The Ball with Novibet.Over 18s only | gamblingcare.ie | Please gamble responsibly
The COYGIG Pod | Saoirse Noonan on leaving Celtic, competitiveness of WSL 2, Irish ambitions
Kathleen McNamee spoke with Irish footballer Saoirse Noonan about her move from Celtic to Watford, coaching ambitions, playing at Pairc Ui Chaoimh and explaining camogie to her teammatesThe COYGIG Pod on Off the Ball is brought to you by Cadbury, a proud sponsor of the Republic of Ireland football teams.
RACHEL O’SULLIVAN: ‘I can’t wait to see that Chelsea-Arsenal game!’ | WSL Season Preview | THE FOOTBALL SHOW
Eoin Sheahan is joined by Girls On The Ball’s Rachel O’Sullivan for Thursday’s Football Show, as the Women’s Super league returns this weekend, with some huge names on the move. The Football Show on Off The Ball with Novibet.Over 18s only | gamblingcare.ie | Please gamble responsibly
FOOTBALL DAILY: Omobamidele swaps Strasbourg for Anderlecht | Gaffney calls it a day | Angels with Dirty Faces
Phil Egan brings you Thursday’s Football Daily, with all the latest from Ireland and beyond.Ireland defender Andrew Omobamidele makes a surprise loan switch from Strasbourg to Anderlecht, while Shamrock Rovers legend Rory Gaffney announces his retirement after a trophy-laden spell at Tallaght Stadium. There’s also news of Ireland midfielder Aoibhe Brennan joining WSL champions Manchester City.Plus
The COYGIG Pod | Aoibheann Clancy from Shelbourne to Watford & Irish hopes
Kathleen McNamee spoke with exciting young Irish footballer, Aoibheann Clancy, about her move from Shelbourne to Watford, what it's like turning pro, and her aspirations for breaking into the Irish squad ahead of the World Cup qualifiersThe COYGIG Pod on Off the Ball is brought to you by Cadbury, a proud sponsor of the Republic of Ireland football teams.
THE LOI POD: "The hardest player I ever had to coach" | Daryl Horgan's incredible season | Sligo's continuing spiral | OTB
Stephen Doyle, Gareth McGlynn and Vinny Perth are back for another episode of the LOI Pod following the weekends action that saw Louth Derby heartbreak for Drogheda who lost 3-2 to Dundalk, and we hear from Sligo boss Darren Purse after his sides heavy defeat by 3-0 to Bohemians. And as ever, we are looking for your inspiration to help us, fancy getting in touch?You can do so by emailing thel
Katie Taylor the footballer | "She could've been our next Roy Keane!": Méabh De Búrca & Olivia O'Toole
Katie Taylor's former Republic of Ireland football teammates Méabh De Búrca and Olivia O'Toole join Eoin Sheahan to remember her time as a footballer before she had to commit to professional boxing. They look back on her work ethic, the goals she scored, her achievements in boxings and much, much more!
FOOTBALL DAILY: Heimir's boys sign on | Irish on the move on deadline day | Toughest sporting retirements?
Phil Egan is here with Wednesday’s Football Daily, and it’s a busy one as the transfer window shuts and the FAI tie down key members of Heimir Hallgrímsson’s backroom team.John O’Shea and Paddy McCarthy sign new deals through to Euro 2028, with goalkeeping coach Gunnmundur Hreiðarsson also agreeing fresh terms ahead of September’s Nations League run.Plus, Irish players on the move: Chiedozie Ogben
LOI ACADEMIES DIRECTOR WILL CLARKE: Why aren’t female candidates applying for LOI roles?
Ben Symes was in the Aviva to speak with League Of Ireland Academies Director Will Clarke, where they look at the year gone by since the last budget, particularly the lack of female applicants for LOI roles over the course of the year.The League of Ireland on Off The Ball.
The Green Scene: Parrott's Betis' evaluation | Mourinho reunion | Irish moves on deadline day
Ben Symes is back in studio on The Green Scene with David Wilson and Matthew Brennan, and there’s plenty to get through as the Nations League returns in the next few weeks.The lads dig into Troy Parrott’s early days at Real Betis – from a Seville watchalong to that offside goal, missed chances, and why the signs are still encouraging ahead of Real Madrid and Champions League football.It’s a busy r
FOOTBALL DAILY: Arteta's Arsenal down Aston Villa | Ogbene to Lincoln | 25 years on from McAteer's goal against the Dutch
On Tuesday's Football Daily, David Wilson brings you news as Arsenal make it two from two as Mikel Arteta hails his squad depth after a gritty 1-0 win away to Aston Villa, with Bukayo Saka on the scoresheet.Lionel Messi has confirmed his retirement from international football at 39, bringing the curtain down on a remarkable Argentina career. We hear reaction and chat about what could be next for M
The COYGIG Pod | WSL Predictions & Messi's international farewell
As the new WSL season approaches, Kathleen McNamee, Karen Duggan & Scarlett Herron are back to give their predictions for the season ahead. With a surprising top 3 prediction. Messi announced his retirement from international football moments before recording, so they pay tribute to him too.The COYGIG Pod on Off the Ball is brought to you by Cadbury, a proud sponsor of the Republic of Ireland
FOOTBALL DAILY | Brilliant Bruno | Kerr on Andrews' Bees | Bradley hits back at critics
Phil Egan is back with Monday’s Football Daily, as Manchester United get off the mark in the Premier League with a 5-2 win over Ipswich — Bruno Fernandes on hat-trick duty, and plenty of focus on Marcus Rashford’s return to the starting XI for the first time since 2024.There’s reaction from Elland Road as Leeds draw 1-1 with Brentford, with Keith Andrews on his side’s defensive test and Nathan Col
THE FINAL WHISTLE: "He definitely got the reaction he wanted in the 2nd half..." | Man United 5-2 Ipswich Town | OFF THE BALL
Phil Egan and Keith Treacy were on hand to bring immediate reaction as Manchester United flipped Ipswich in the second half to get a first win of the season with a 5-2 victory over Ipswich TownThe Final Whistle on Off The BallOver 18s only | gamblingcare.ie | Please gamble responsibly
THE FINAL WHISTLE w/ KEITH ANDREWS | Leeds United 1-1 Brentford | OFF THE BALL
Stephen Doyle and Brian Kerr were on hand at Elland Road to bring you immediate reaction from a tightly contested 1-1 draw between Leeds United and Brentford in our live and exclusive commentary match.Stephen also caught up with Brentford manager Keith Andrews following full time.The Final Whistle on Off The BallOver 18s only | gamblingcare.ie | Please gamble responsibly
THE LOI WRAP-UP: Bohs make up ground | Rovers move on | Horgan claims derby spoils | 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:A busy night in the Premier Division with points swings across the tableThe end for Rovers in EuropeFull round-up of the First DivisionThe FAI Cup Quarter-FinalsA crucial Sunday gam
Dundalk grab late winner: “The minute I hit it it was in! | Ciaran Kilduff, Daryl Horgan & Kevin Doherty
A stunning free-kick from Daryl Horgan in the 89th minute proved to be the winner as Dundalk claimed their first win over their Louth rivals this season.Jonathan Higgins caught up with Ciaran Kilduff, Daryl Horgan & Kevin Doherty for their reaction!
LOI LATE NIGHT | Pats let chance slip!| Bohs professional performance | Shels & Galway stalemate
Shane Keegan and Dan Pitcher are back for League Of Ireland Late Night to go through this evening's games.The League of Ireland on Off The Ball.
FOOTBALL DAILY: Rovers' Euro adventure ends | Alvarez to Arsenal? | Egan impact
Phil Egan is back with Friday’s Football Daily, with Shamrock Rovers’ European run coming to an end after a 1-0 loss in Finland leaves them out of the Conference League group stage.You’ll hear Stephen Bradley on the “soft” goals that proved costly, plus analysis from Owen Heary on why expectations around Rovers have risen — and why away performances have let them down.There’s a full look ahead to
INSIDE THE ODDS | ‘Uninspiring’ Liverpool look the same | Manchester United don’t know their best team
Mick McCarthy is joined by David Wilson and Shane Hannon for this week’s Inside The Odds, as the Premier League is well and truly underway, with the start of the second weekend of fixtures tonight!Inside The Odds on Off The Ball with Novibet.Over 18s only | gamblingcare.ie | Please gamble responsibly
The COYGIG POD | Denise O'Sullivan opens up on leaving Liverpool 'I needed to put my wellbeing first'
Denise O’Sullivan joins Kathleen McNamee for a very special edition of the COYGIG Pod, reflecting on her return to the States, why she left Liverpool, and the Cork connection with Roy Keane. The COYGIG Pod on Off The Ball with @CadburyIreland | #CadburySupporterAndAHalf
OWEN HEARY: "It just comes down to that away performance." | Rovers crash out of Europe
League of Ireland legend Owen Heary joins Eoin Sheahan in studio to reflect on Shamrock Rovers disastrous crash out of Europe and the expectations placed on Stephen Bradley and his squad.Football on Off The Ball brought to you by Novibet
GREEN SCENE: Parrott’s Betis debut lights up La Liga | Harvey Vale midfield role for Ireland?
David and Matthew are back on The Green Scene to round up a busy week for Irish football, starting with Troy Parrott’s first La Liga minutes for Real Betis — and why his cameo in Valencia has people genuinely excited about what’s coming next in Seville and in Europe.They also dig into John Egan’s remarkable comeback story as he shines again in the Premier League, and what that could mean for Irela
FOOTBALL DAILY: Hoops take on KuPS | Betis to find out UCL path | Hunter on the Parrott
Phil Egan is in for Thursday’s Football Daily, with Shamrock Rovers facing a massive night in Finland as they chase another place in the Conference League group stage after a 1-0 first-leg draw with KuPS.We hear from Stephen Bradley, and there’s debate from the LOI Pod on what a European exit could mean for Rovers’ momentum and title hopes back home.Plus, Hearts reach the Conference League league
THE LOI POD: Vinny's love for the Saints | A defining week in Louth | Bohs still in the title race? | OFF THE BALL
Stephen Doyle, Vinny Perth and Gareth McGlynn are back with this week's LOI Pod in a crucial week for Shamrock Rovers' European dreams as well as the small matter of a possible title race in the Premier Division...Gareth and Vinny debate Rovers' worrying spell as well as a potential spiral for Shelbourne as they travel to Eamonn Deacy Park for a massive 6-pointer.Finally, Vinny talks about how goo
FOOTBALL DAILY: Parrott impresses on Betis bow | Celtic crocked in Europe | And why FIFA might never reform
Phil Egan is back with Wednesday’s Football Daily, as Troy Parrott makes his La Liga bow for Real Betis and plays a key role in Pablo Garcia’s late winner away to Valencia.There’s Champions League heartbreak for Celtic as Martin O’Neill’s side blow a four-goal aggregate lead to crash out against LASK in extra time — and O’Neill admits responsibility as the financial hit bites.Plus, Nathan Collins
FOOTBALL DAILY: Chelsea's Alonso era underway | O'Brien heading for the Everton exit door? | The Keegan years
Phil Egan is back with Tuesday’s Football Daily, with Chelsea up and running under new boss Xabi Alonso after a 3-2 opening-night win away to Fulham – with goals from Joao Pedro, Morgan Rogers and Cole Palmer, and plenty of reaction from both camps.We also look ahead to Celtic’s Champions League play-off in Austria as Martin O’Neill urges his side to push on from their 3-0 first-leg lead, plus a p
The COYGIG Pod is back! Katie looks good in blue, Important transfer window for Irish ambitions
As the new WSL season approaches, Kathleen McNamee, Karen Duggan & Scarlett Herron are back to discuss what has been a busy transfer window for the Irish. From Katie McCabe's blockbuster move to Chelsea, Emily Murphy heading to the WSL and Denise O'Sullivan's return to the NWSL there's lots to get into.The COYGIG Pod on Off the Ball is brought to you by Cadbury, a proud sponsor of the Republic
FOOTBALL DAILY: Szoboszlai to the Liverpool rescue | Alonso to begin Chelsea tenure | Parrott's Betis debut draws closer
Phil Egan is back with Monday’s Football Daily, with all the big talking points from the Premier League and beyond.Liverpool rescue a 2-2 draw at St James’ Park with a 99th-minute penalty, as Newcastle feel hard done by over a “soft” spot-kick. Plus, Unai Emery refuses to be drawn on Ollie Watkins after Villa’s heavy loss to Brighton, while Manchester City leave it late against Bournemouth and Enz
PERFORMANCE RANKINGS | Opening weekend chaos | OFF THE BALL BREAKFAST
Colm Boohig is joined with Enda Coll, Matthew Brennan and Keith Treacy as they chat through the crazy Premier League opening weekend. Man Utd first game worries, classy Arsenal and much more. Off The Ball Breakfast with Viagra Connect 50mg film-coated tablets. Contains sildenafil. For adult men with erectile dysfunction. Subject to suitability. Maximum dosage one 50mg tablet per day. Always read
"They'll be mightily relieved to get the draw..." | Newcastle United 2-2 Liverpool | The Final Whistle
Stephen Doyle and Brian Kerr are on hand to bring you immediate reaction as Liverpool equalised with Newcastle United in stoppage time with a penalty to come away from the opening weekend with a point. The Final Whistle on Off The Ball with Novibet Over 18s only | gamblingcare.ie | Please gamble responsibly
"A nice straight-forward afternoon for Maresca!" | Manchester City 2-1 Bournemouth | The Final Whistle
Phil Egan and Keith Treacy are on hand to bring you immediate reaction as Manchester City left it late to get their first win on the board in the new season with a 2-1 win over Bournemouth at the Etihad Stadium. The Final Whistle on Off The Ball with Novibet Over 18s only | gamblingcare.ie | Please gamble responsibly
The Sunday Paper Review UNLOCKED | Manchester United's Hull Collapse, Pep vs Mourinho, and the GAA Australia departures | Off The Ball
The Sunday Paper Review UNLOCKED | Manchester United's Hull Collapse, Pep vs Mourinho, and the GAA Australia departures | Off The BallShane Hannon is joined in studio by David Sneyd and Kieran Shannon to dissect the biggest sport stories across the back pages. Enjoy a short snippet of today's Sunday Paper Review.Subscribe to Off the Ball to get the full episode every Sunday, as well as around-the-
THE LOI WRAP-UP: Do we have a title race? | A big week for survival hopes | The Hoops' Euro dreams live on | 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 & Bohs keep the pressure onA relegation 6-pointer ends levelGalway United boost mid-table hopesCork suffer another shock at the top1 more European night to add 6 for Rovers
LOI LATE NIGHT IS BACK! | ‘We need proper, big-name signings!’ | Back to a full set of fixtures
Shane Keegan and Ben Symes are back for the much-awaited return of League Of Ireland Late Night, after a few weeks off with teams in Europe and several one-game Fridays in between. The League of Ireland on Off The Ball.
EIGHT-GOAL THRILLER | James Clarke’s red card: ‘He’s not a nasty player!’ | ALAN REYNOLDS & MARK CONNOLLY
Ben Symes was in Dalymount Park as Bohemians beat Derry City 5-3 in an eight-goal thriller in the League of Ireland!He spoke with Bohs’ boss Alan Reynolds as well as Derry City manager Mark Connolly after the game!The League of Ireland on Off The Ball.
FOOTBALL DAILY: Rovers on the edge in Europe | El Papagayo begins life with Betis | Arsenal start PL defence
David Wilson brings you Friday’s Football Daily, with the Premier League back and plenty on the agenda.Shamrock Rovers’ Europa Conference League hopes hang in the balance after a 1-1 draw with Finnish champions KuPS in Tallaght, with Enda Stevens on the scoresheet and Stephen Bradley admitting it was a frustrating night.It’s a busy evening in the League of Ireland, with Bohemians v Derry City our
INSIDE THE ODDS: The Prem is back! | Who is the biggest character in the league? | Season predictions!
David Wilson, Shane Hannon and Enda Coll are here to bring you this week's episode of Inside The Odds, looking ahead to the first game week of the new Premier League season!Inside The Odds brought to you by Novibet. | Over 18s only | gamblingcare.ie | Please gamble responsibly
'Aston Villa are a bigger club than Spurs!' | PL Kit Rankings & PL Predictions | Morning Papers | OFF THE BALL BREAKFAST
Colm Boohig, Enda Coll and Shane Hannon run through the morning papers! The lads preview the Premier League ahead of the Weekend, rank all of the Premier League kits this season, we talk Parrott's big reveal at Betis and much more!Off The Ball Breakfast with Viagra Connect 50mg film-coated tablets. Contains sildenafil. For adult men with erectile dysfunction. Subject to suitability. Maximum dosage
The Green Scene: Parrott's Betis bombazo | Ferguson on another Italian job | Big, beautiful, Irish Brentford
Matthew Brennan and David Wilson are back on The Green Scene with a better-late-than-never Ben Symes — and the big talking point is Troy Parrott’s move to Real Betis. Why is Seville the perfect next step, what does Pellegrini see in him, and what are the realistic expectations in La Liga and the Champions League?They also dig into the Evan Ferguson-to-Genoa rumours: would it actually happen, would
FOOTBALL DAILY: Rovers Euro dreams face Finnish test | Parrott flies to Spain | Duran the man for Celtic
It’s Thursday’s Football Daily with David Wilson — and it’s a huge night in Europe for Shamrock Rovers as Stephen Bradley’s side welcome Finnish champions KuPS to Tallaght in a Conference League play-off.We also react to Celtic’s emphatic 3-0 win over LASK, with Martin O’Neill insisting the job isn’t finished ahead of the trip to Austria.Plus: Troy Parrott heads to Seville to complete his Real Bet
Thursday's Papers | ‘We have to start somewhere…’ Vinny Perth saves football part 2 | OFF THE BALL BREAKFAST
Colm Boohig is joined by Enda Coll, Matthew Brennan and Vinny Perth with REACTION from Celtics victory in the Champions League last night vs Lask. Following yesterday’s discussion, Vinny Perth is back in studio debating exactly what needs to be done to see sport progress in Ireland. Off The Ball Breakfast with Viagra Connect 50mg film-coated tablets. Contains sildenafil. For adult men with erect
THE LOI POD: A 'pair of dreamers' | Stevo returns | The Hoops at a crossroads?
It’s a packed LOI Pod as we look ahead to another big weekend in the SSE Airtricity Men’s Premier Division – with Bohemians v Derry City live on Off The Ball on Newstalk and the GoLoud App from Dalymount Park on Friday night.Vinny Perth and Gareth McGlynn join Stephen Doyle who was back in the hotseat as we dig into the FAI Cup quarter-final draw, what Pats’ win over Shamrock Rovers could mean, an
Why are fan-owned Sligo Rovers changing their ownership model? | CHAIRPERSON TOMMY HIGGINS | Off The Ball Football
Sligo Rovers’ chairperson Tommy Higgins joins Eoin Sheahan to break down the change in ownership structure at Rovers, and the future of the club.Football on Off The Ball with Novibet.Over 18s only | gamblingcare.ie | Please gamble responsibly
FOOTBALL DAILY: Ferguson to Genoa and Parrott to Betis? | Celtic's huge Champions League night | Pogba leaves Monaco
David Wilson brings you Wednesday’s Football Daily, packed with transfer updates and European build-up.Troy Parrott looks set to take the next step with a move to Real Betis, while reports in Italy claim Genoa are pushing for Evan Ferguson — but Vinny Perth isn’t buying that a deal makes sense while the striker is still injured.There’s Champions League play-off action at Celtic Park as Celtic host
FOOTBALL DAILY: Infantino on FIFA warpath | Pep's emotional doc | BBM's Cardiff Championship tenure begins
David Wilson brings you Tuesday’s Football Daily, with the latest across FIFA fallout, Premier League uncertainty and a packed transfer rumour mill.The FIFA scandal rolls on as chief operating officer Kevin Lamour is sacked after publicly criticising Gianni Infantino’s aborted private-investor plans. There’s also major Chelsea noise, with reports Todd Boehly could consider selling his stake amid f
Are Shamrock Rovers in trouble? | A look back on a turbulent week for the Hoops | Kenny's high flying youngsters | OTB
Eoin Sheahan and Ben Symes picked out the talking points following yesterday's BLOCKBUSTER FAI Cup 3rd Round tie as 17-year old Sam Rooney netted the winner for the Saints in Extra Time, sinking Shamrock Rovers and ending their worst week of the season after hurt in Europe.The Football Show on Off The Ball with NovibetOver 18s only | gamblingcare.ie | Please gamble responsibly
FOOTBALL DAILY: Pats dump holders Rovers out of the FAI Cup | Parrott off to... Spain?
David Wilson is in the chair for Monday’s Football Daily, with a packed run-through from the FAI Cup to the Premier League.St Patrick’s Athletic pull off a comeback for the ages against Shamrock Rovers, as 17-year-old Sam Rooney bags a glorious extra-time winner in a rip-roaring Dublin derby. You’ll hear from Stephen Kenny and Stephen Bradley, while Bohemians make it a clean, professional job to r
THE LOI WRAP-UP - FAI Cup Special: Premier Division sides sweep up | Mixed week in Europe | Family ties run deep | 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:FAI Cup 3rd round is in full swingA blockbuster tie on SundayMixed week in EuropeFull slate of Women's Premier Division gamesSUBSCRIBE at OffTheBall.com/join
FOOTBALL DAILY: Rovers thumped in Albania but Shels save face against Ajax | Carrick calls for more United signings
David Wilson is back with Friday’s Football Daily, rounding up a bruising night for the League of Ireland clubs in Europe. Shamrock Rovers suffer a stunning collapse in Albania as Stephen Bradley labels it one of the worst performances of his tenure, while Bohemians and Shelbourne also bow out – despite Shels earning a superb 2-2 draw with Ajax at Tolka Park.There’s also Europa League misery for R
INSIDE THE ODDS: “I’ve never seen a team so empty!” | Community Shield | Are United challengers?
Mick McCarthy, David Wilson and Shane Hannon are here to bring you this week's episode of Inside The Odds, looking ahead to the upcoming Community Shield between Man City and Arsenal as well as the start of the Premier League season!Inside The Odds brought to you by Novibet. | Over 18s only | gamblingcare.ie | Please gamble responsibly
"I did not see that coming at all..." | Barry Murphy: Rovers collapse in Albania heat | OTB Breakfast
Former Shamrock Rovers goalkeeper Barry Murphy joins Colm Boohig and Shane Hannon to discuss Shamrock Rovers' capitulation last night in the Europa League 3rd Qualifying Round as they lost 5-1 away to EgnatiaOff The Ball Breakfast with Viagra Connect 50mg film-coated tablets. Contains sildenafil. For adult men with erectile dysfunction. Subject to suitability. Maximum dosage one 50mg tablet per da
VALIANT SHELS BOW OUT IN EUROPE | ‘I thought about my grandfather today!’ | John Russell & Evan Caffrey
Off The Ball’s Ben Symes was in Tolka Park as Shelbourne’s 2-2 draw with European powerhouses Ajax was not enough to see them progress further in Europe. After the game, he spoke with Shels manager John Russell and goalscorer Evan Caffrey.The League of Ireland on Off The Ball.
RUESHA LITTLEJOHN: ‘I still feel like I’ve got one more season!’ | The retirement conversation
Republic of Ireland’s Ruesha Littlejohn joins Eoin Sheahan to look back on her off season in Brazil, her free agency and the discussion around whether she is ready for retirement. The Football Show on Off The Ball with Novibet. Over 18s only | gamblingcare.ie | Please gamble responsibly
Unlocked: FITZY IN THE OTB VILLA: "There's more to life than football" | Word On The Street
Love Island's, Seán 'Fitzy' Fitzgerald, is BACK from the Love Island villa and he is ready to spill all!He chats to the WOTS team about 𝙩𝙝𝙖𝙩 conversation with Pádraic Joyce, stepping away from Championship with Galway, and the reaction in the GAA world since his return.He also opens up about what actually went down with Julia and Lorenzo, the behind-the-scenes gossip, and the online abuse now comp
FOOTBALL DAILY: FAI withdraw Infantino support | Ireland back to Cork | Ajax in town to face Shels
Thursday’s Football Daily with David Wilson is packed with big talking points — from the FAI withdrawing its support for Gianni Infantino amid growing governance and transparency concerns, to the fallout from FIFA’s private investment proposal.It’s also a huge European night for the League of Ireland: Shamrock Rovers look to finish the job in Albania, Bohs chase a comeback in Denmark, and a sold-o
THE LOI POD: Bradley-Kilduff fallout | McClean's Derry drama | Vinny's response to Stephen Kenny
Vinny Perth steps into the hotseat for Stevo on this week’s LOI Pod, alongside Gareth McGlynn and seven-time league winner Owen Heary — and there’s no shortage of heat.They get stuck into the Stephen Bradley vs Ciaran Kilduff fallout after Dundalk’s clash with Shamrock Rovers: was it a fair tackle, a reaction to Rovers losing control, or just old-school LOI needle?Then it’s the James McClean situa
The Green Scene: 10 Irish players you need to look out for this season
It’s The Green Scene, and we’re back like we never left — talking all things Irish football as the season kicks into gear across the EFL, Scotland and beyond.We dig into Festy Ebosele’s surprise loan to newly-promoted Erzurumspor in Turkey and what it means for his Ireland prospects, before chatting Seamus Coleman’s free-agent situation (and the Killybegs “almost” story).There’s transfer chat galo
FOOTBALL DAILY: United and Leeds meet in Croker cracker | Slot says no to Holland | Madden back at Bohs
David Wilson brings you Wednesday’s Football Daily, with Aston Villa and PSG set for tonight’s UEFA Super Cup final in Salzburg — plus what John McGinn and Unai Emery have been saying as Villa look to keep pushing on.There’s also the latest on James McClean and Derry City, with chat from Kevin McLaughlin and Dion Fanning on why the homecoming has turned messy and what could happen next.Meanwhile,
"Another Crazy day for Derry City" | McClean turns up to training despite reports of the end of his time at the Candystripes | Kevin McLaughlin | OTB
Eoin Sheahan is joined on the line by football writer Kevin McLaughlin to talk about the current situation surrounding James McClean and his relationship with Derry City following the reports that his contract had been terminated and then the player turned up to training this morning.Football on Off The Ball with Novibet.Over 18s only | gamblingcare.ie | Please gamble responsibly
FOOTBALL DAILY: McClean-Derry situation continues | Trump gives his support to Infantino | Charles becomes most expensive NI player | OFF THE BALL
Ross Flanagan brings you Tuesday's Football Daily where the Transfer window heats up as Liverpool, Everton, Crystal Palace and Fulham all welcome new signingsMeanwhile, the Derry City-McClean saga continues with the ROI International turning up to training despite reports his contract had been terminatedAnd, from one President to another, Trump gives his support to Gianni Infantino despite the mou
FOOTBALL DAILY: Waterford thump Bohs as Pats beats Shels at Tolka | Celtic win and Rangers slip up again
David Wilson rounds up a packed Monday edition of Football Daily, with St Patrick’s Athletic moving up to second after a 2-1 win away to Shelbourne at Tolka Park – and John Russell left rueing missed chances and a late red card.Waterford’s resurgence continues with a 3-1 thumping of Bohemians, and Keith Treacy tips Graham Coughlan as a real Manager of the Season contender.Plus, the latest Irish tr
THE LOI WRAP-UP: Rovers get revenge over Dundalk | Derry get back on track | An exciting Tolka night ahead | 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:A Thriller in TallaghtA goalless Maroon & Blue encounterConnolly gets Derry back to winning ways2 BIG Sunday fixturesThe Business end of the WPD seasonBusiness as usual for the
FOOTBALL DAILY: Shels keep Ajax tie alive | Bohs beaten by FC Midtjylland | Rodri wants Barca
Phil Egan is back with Friday’s Football Daily, with a packed round-up from Europe, the League of Ireland and the latest transfer talk.Shelbourne keep their Europa Conference League tie alive despite a 3-1 defeat to Ajax at the Johan Cruyff Arena, with Daniel Kelly’s late goal giving John Russell’s side something to bring back to Tolka Park. Hear from Russell, Kelly and Paddy Barrett after a night
