RTÉ Soccer Podcast
All the latest soccer news from Raf Diallo and the RTÉ Sport team - covering UEFA EURO 2024, the League of Ireland, and Ireland's international football sides.
Episodes
An overlong Argentina victory lap and Brazil whack-a-mole? | Tim Vickery's South American view
South American football expert Tim Vickery joins Raf Diallo on a bonus episode of the RTÉ Soccer Podcast to provide a sharp insight into the six teams from CONMEBOL at the World Cup including holders Argentina, record champions Brazil and a Paraguay that bears similarites to Jack Charlton's Ireland.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
'We can do this' - Can Ireland take Dutch courage to Grenoble and shock France too?
Rachel Graham and RTÉ Sport's Anthony Pyne join Raf Diallo to react to the Republic of Ireland's epic victory over the Netherlands at Páirc Uí Chaoimh which sets them up for a winner-takes-all final qualifier in Grenoble against France.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
World Cup wild horses, Kenny Cunningham's 2002 nostalgia trip and Ireland's missed opportunity?
Kenny Cunningham and Alan Cawley join Raf Diallo to preview the 2026 World Cup and to dissect the Republic of Ireland's friendly draw in Canada.Cunningham gets nostalgic as he reminisces about his on and off-field experiences at the 2002 World Cup and he and Cawley run through all the contemporary contenders and "wild horses".TIMESTAMPS01:35 A review of the Republic of Ireland's 1-1 friendly draw
Ireland friendly perspective, tennis ball protest, penalty pain and Páirc outlook as Netherlands come to Cork
Richie Towell and Paul Corry join Raf Diallo to react to Republic of Ireland's win over Qatar and discuss the squad changes for the Canada game, plus they sift through the Champions League final and the LOI at halfway, while Rachel Graham previews the Girls in Green's Cork qualifier against the Netherlands.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Ireland v Qatar, Arsenal v PSG, Galway lay the gauntlet and LOI review
Richie Towell and Keith Treacy join Raf Diallo to discuss the Republic of Ireland team to face Qatar, preview the Champions League final between Arsenal and PSG, and delve into the latest League of Ireland action, while Rachel Graham reacts to Carla Ward's squad for June, a big win for Galway United and Barcelona's European final glory.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Ireland call up LOI quartet, Seamus Coleman and Katie McCabe's next moves and Jack Moylan's Grenada marker
Richie Towell and Alan Cawley join Raf Diallo on the RTÉ Soccer Podcast to react to Ireland's 5-0 win over Grenada, the LOI-infused squad picked for the next two friendlies and the weekend's Premier Division action, while Shelbourne's Rachel Graham discusses the Women's Premier Division and Katie McCabe's Arsenal exit.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
A 'great addition' for Ireland and LOI reaction
Richie Towell and Barry Murphy join Raf Diallo to discuss the Republic of Ireland squad in Murcia, including Rory Finneran's call-up and Killian Cahill's rise, and react to the weekend's League of Ireland action, while Rachel Graham looks ahead to a big week in the Women's Premier Division and discusses the immediate future for Irish contingent at the clubs promoted from WSL2.See omnystudio.com/li
Keith Treacy urges Jaden Umeh patience, Victor Ozhianvuna growth and Arsenal ascendant
Keith Treacy and Paul Corry join Raf Diallo to react to Heimir Hallgrimsson's training camp squad for Murcia, the long weekend of League of Ireland action and Arsenal getting to the Champions League final, while Shelbourne's Rachel Graham talks Katie McCabe and the lay of the land in the Women's Premier Division.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Celtic Park residency, Arsenal's two semis and the May squad
Richie Towell and Alan Cawley join Raf Diallo to review Friday's SSE Airtricity Men's Premier Division action including Derry City's Celtic Park debut, while they also discuss James McClean's dilemma over his playing future, the Republic of Ireland training camp squad for May and this week's Champions League semi-final first legs, while Rachel Graham chats Katie McCabe and Arsenal's first leg win
Celtic Park residency, Arsenal's two semis and the May squad
Richie Towell and Alan Cawley join Raf Diallo to review Friday's SSE Airtricity Men's Premier Division action including Derry City's Celtic Park debut, while they also discuss James McClean's dilemma over his playing future, the Republic of Ireland training camp squad for May and this week's Champions League semi-final first legs, while Rachel Graham chats Katie McCabe and Arsenal's first leg win
Ireland joy, Shelbourne 'trust' issues and Andrew Omobamidele's joie de vivre at Strasbourg
Former Dundalk team-mates Richie Towell and David McMillan are reunited as they join Raf Diallo to review a weekend of eye-catching League of Ireland fixtures, while they also chat Andrew Omobamidele's quiet excellence for Strasbourg, and Shelbourne's Rachel Graham reflects on a brilliant week for the Republic of Ireland women's team against Poland.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy informati
Pivotal Poland Preview, Jack's Back and the Dublin Derby
Rachel Graham and RTÉ Sport's Anthony Pyne join Raf Diallo to preview the Republic of Ireland's World Cup qualifying double-header against Poland, while Keith Treacy and Barry Murphy talk League of Ireland, Champions League and who they would like to see in Heimir Hallgrimsson's training camp squad in May.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Post-Prague prognosis, McClean punches back and squad to face Poland
Graham Gartland and Conan Byrne reflect on Ireland's post-Prague lay of the land, an Easter weekend of LOI action and PSG v Liverpool, while Rachel Graham discusses the Girls in Green squad for next week's Poland double-header.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
'We should have won that game!' | Memories of 2009
Alan Cawley is joined by former internationals Kevin Doyle and Keith Treacy to look back on Thursday's painful shootout defeat to Czechia, with Raf Diallo dialling in from the airport in Prague.A couple of silly errors cost Ireland in a match where they were dominating early on. Kevin likened it to that play-off defeat in Paris back in 2009, as Ireland should never have let it get to extra-time.Ke
Destination Prague for Ireland's one show in town
On this week's RTÉ Soccer Podcast, Alan Cawley joins Raf Diallo as the build up to the Republic of Ireland's play-off in Prague goes into overdrive. They also talk LOI and Shelbourne's Rachel Graham discusses big news from the Women's Premier Division and a new FIFA mandate regarding female coaches.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
'If Ireland sit deep, how will we unlock the box?' - The Czech view on the Prague play-off
Jiri Hosek, the head of sports at CANAL+ TV in Czechia, joins Raf Diallo on the RTÉ Soccer Podcast to share an insight into the side that stand in the Republic of Ireland's way next Thursday in Prague.Among the areas covered are:The continued fallout from the shock defeat to the Faroe IslandsThe appointment of Miroslav Koubek and how he will set up against IrelandThe key players including Pavel Su
A McGoldrick silver lining, Ireland squad and Long games in the men's and women's LOI
Richie Towell and Paul Corry join Raf Diallo on this week's RTÉ Soccer Podcast to look ahead to Thursday's Republic of Ireland squad announcement for the Prague play-off, discuss Friday's SSE Airtricity Men's Premier Division action and this week's Champions League second legs, while Shelbourne's Rachel Graham reviews the first round of Women's Premier Division games and talks about the battle to
So close yet so far for COYGIG and big kick off for Women's Premier Division
Shelbourne's Rachel Graham and her former Ireland team-mate Méabh De Búrca look back on the Girls in Green's narrow World Cup qualifying defeats to France and the Netherlands, before previewing the new SSE Airtricity Women's Premier Division season which will kick off on Saturday.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Parrott flying solo and Candystripes question marks continue
Richie Towell and former Republic of Ireland winger Keith Treacy join Raf Diallo to review the weekend's SSE Airtricity Men's Premier Division action, the Boys in Green's forward line for Prague in the wake of Evan Ferguson being ruled out and look ahead to the Champions League last 16 first leg between Real Madrid and Manchester City that will be live on RTÉ2 and the RTÉ Player.See omnystudio.com
Can Ireland shock France and the Netherlands as World Cup qualifiers begin?
Shelbourne's Rachel Graham and RTÉ Sport's Anthony Pyne join Raf Diallo to preview the Republic of Ireland's opening FIFA Women's World Cup qualifiers against France and the Netherlands with comprehensive live coverage of both games on RTÉ TV, radio and online.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Ireland's midfield conundrum and Dawson Devoy from the top rope?
In a busy week in Irish football, this week's RTÉ Soccer Podcast is split into two standalone episodes.On this one, a midfield trio of Richie Towell, Alan Cawley and Paul Corry join Raf Diallo to chat about all of last Friday's Premier Division results including the Dublin derby, as well as Bohemians playmaker Dawson Devoy's case for Republic of Ireland consideration and Heimir Hallgrimsson's midf
Dublin derby buzz and Oriel flare-up 'over-reaction' from the Minister?
Richie Towell and Barry Murphy join Raf Diallo on this week's RTÉ Soccer Podcast as they react to the weekend's action including matters on and off the field during the Louth derby between Dundalk and Drogheda United.They also look ahead to Friday's Bohemians v Shamrock Rovers derby and discuss the Republic of Ireland goalkeeping status quo as March begins to loom large.Meanwhile, Shelbourne's Rac
Derry stutter, Bohs bounce, Drogs on top
Keith Treacy and Richie Towell join host Alan Cawley to reflect on a weather-affected weekend in the League of Ireland.Derry are battling but not yet showing title winning form, while Bohemians showed how dangerous they can be away to Sligo.But it's Drogheda United who have the perfect record and top the top the early season table.The panel also discuss Ireland's Nations League draw and the implic
Aviva poor fare but Derry up and running
Alan Cawley is once more in the presenter's chair to review the first week of the season. He is joined in studio by Barry Murphy and Richie Towell.Alan had some interesting interactions with Bohemians fans at Aviva Stadium on Sunday and asks Richie to perhaps elaborate on his comments regarding Dalymount Park on last week's pod (1:30).To matters on the pitch and the lads agree it was a poor specta
Our big 2026 Premier Division preview
The new season of the SSE Airtricity Premier Division is just days away, so the RTE Soccer Podcast is back with a bang.Standing in for Raf Diallo is presenter/pundit (he can't decide) Alan Cawley, who is putting the questions to Graham Gartland and Richie Towell (and answering some of them himself).The lads give their predictions on who will be champions, who will be relegated, the league's top sc
What did we just witness in Budapest? Kevin Doyle & Ray Houghton come to terms
And breathe.What an afternoon for Irish soccer! What a week for Irish soccer. Troy Parrott, where do you want your statue?An elated Raf Diallo is joined by an ecstatic Kevin Doyle and a buzzing Ray Houghton to try and make sense of Troy Parrott's hat-trick in Budapest.Ray dials in from the press box in the Puskas Arena, where the Republic of Ireland twice came from behind to beat Hungary and quali
Ireland's last chance saloon, U17s shine and Double Hoops Dreams
Keith Treacy and Richie Towell join Raf Diallo to preview Ireland's final World Cup qualifiers and talk about the U17s, review the FAI Cup final and Waterford's play-off win, and pick their LOI Teams of the Season, while Rachel Graham talks COYGIG's World Cup draw.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
FAI Cup final, U17s preview, LOI chat and Johnny Kenny leading Ireland's line?
Alan Cawley and Richie Towell join Raf Diallo to preview the FAI Cup final and U17 World Cup, react to the final round of Premier Division games and chat promotion/relegation, LOI in Europe and the next Ireland squad, while Rachel Graham picks her Ireland U23s XI and the latest news.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Ireland promotion party, U17 World Cup potential and LOI climax
Rachel Graham, Paul Corry and Graham Gartland join Raf Diallo as we discuss Ireland's promotion play-off win over Belgium, look ahead to the final round of Men's Premier Division action, talk LOI in Europe, First Division play-offs and an exciting U17 World Cup squad.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Szmodics sore point, Belgium in town, the Kelly Brady final and LOI in Europe
Rachel Graham and Méabh De Búrca preview the Nations League play-off first leg against Belgium and react to Athlone Town's Cup final win, while Richie Towell and Barry Murphy talk Ireland, LOI, and Shelbourne and Shamrock Rovers' Euro games.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Lions in Lisbon but sheepish for Armenia? Cup final preview and flurry of farewells
Keith Treacy and Richie Towell join Raf Diallo to talk about Ireland's performance in Portugal and what's to come in Armenia, plus Dundalk's promotion and LOI academy funding, while Rachel Graham and Méabh De Búrca preview the Women's Cup final and pick their Team of the Season.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Pre-Portugal pessimism, Hendrick's farewell, Euro takeaways and Cup semis
Keith Treacy and Richie Towell look ahead to Ireland's daunting trip to Portugal, discuss Jeff Hendrick's retirement and react to the LOI sides in Europe, the weekend's action and FAI Cup semis, while Rachel Graham talks Athlone's achievement, Jemma Quinn and the next Girls in Green squad.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Shels and Rovers' Conference calls, LOI title deciders and a new league
Richie Towell and Alan Cawley join Raf Diallo to talk Shelbourne and Shamrock Rovers' Conference League openers, the weekend's LOI, Arsenal ahead of Wednesday's live RTÉ game and the upcoming FAI Cup semis, while Shelbourne's Rachel Graham discusses her title decider against Athlone and the new Women's Development League.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
A decisive Dublin derby and shifting sands across the LOI
Richie Towell and Paul Corry join Raf Diallo to review the long weekend of League of Ireland action and look ahead to Friday's potentially decisive Dublin derby between Shamrock Rovers and Bohemians.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Ireland soul-searching, Cups overflowing and Champions League returns
Graham Gartland, Rachel Graham and Richie Towell join Raf Diallo as the fallout from the Armenia defeat is discussed, there's reaction to the Men's and Women's FAI Cup action and the start of the Champions League looms.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Armenia v Ireland, Hungary takeaways, FAI Cup weekend and Fortune's shock resignation
Stephen Kelly, Richie Towell and Shelbourne's Rachel Graham join Raf Diallo as Ireland look to build on the comeback draw versus Hungary when they face Armenia, men's and women's FAI Cup fixtures loom at the weekend, and Colin Fortune's unexpected resignation as Athlone Town manager.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Ireland v Hungary, LOI's European joy and Jack Byrne's Dubai Irish move
Keith Treacy, Richie Towell, Rachel Graham and Hungarian journalist Bence Bocsak join Raf Diallo as Ireland face Hungary in the World Cup qualifiers, Shelbourne, Shamrock Rovers and Athlone make European progress, Jack Byrne leaves for Dubai and Wexford win a trophy.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
LOI trio chase European dreams
On this week's the RTÉ Soccer Podcast, Anthony Pyne is joined by Graham Gartland, Barry Murphy, Alan Cawley and Rachel Graham as three League of Ireland clubs attempt to make really significant European breakthroughs.Shelbourne and Shamrock Rovers are in Conference League playoff action on Thursday, while Athlone Town are off to the Netherlands for the next stage of their journey in the women’s Ch
Hoops and Shelbourne's European prospects| FAI Cup review | Athlone-Shels showdown
Conan Byrne, Barry Murphy and Rachel Graham join John Kenny to review the weekend's cup ties and discuss some big upcoming European games for Irish clubs.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Euro dreams, stuttering chasers & seeing red
Anthony Pyne is joined by Richie Towell and David McMillan to pore over the weekend's action in the Men's SSE Airtricity Premier Division. Sligo Rovers were beaten by St Pat's after being on the receiving end of another controversial refereeing decision. There's some discussion about the ramifications of a bad call. Elsewhere Bohemians and Derry City both dropped points as Shamrock Rovers continue
All aboard the LOI Euro train
On this week’s RTÉ Soccer Podcast, it’s a European party and League of Ireland clubs are invited.Alan Cawley and Keith Treacy reflect on Shamrock Rovers’ ominously improving form as they look to reclaim the Premier Division title and return to the league stage of the Conference League.Shelbourne are out of the Champions League but still have two swings at Europe to come, while St Pat’s are prepari
Evan Ferguson at Roma, effective England and LOI's Euro ties
Shelbourne's Rachel Graham joins Raf Diallo to look back on England's Euro 2025 final win over Spain, picks her player of the tournament and talks Athlone in the Champions League, while Richie Towell and Graham Gartland talk Evan Ferguson, Kevin Zefi, the LOI sides in Europe and Friday's results.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
LOI trio's European challenges and Euro 2025 final furlong
Richie Towell, Rachel Graham and Alan Cawley join Raf Diallo as Shelbourne, St Pat's and Shamrock Rovers face European first legs, Euro 2025 reaches the semi-final stage, Evan Ferguson looks set to sign for AS Roma and ahead of crucial LOI fixtures after the FAI Cup weekend.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Evan Ferguson to Roma, Linfield v Shels II and Euro 2025 knockouts
Keith Treacy and Richie Towell join Raf Diallo to preview Shelbourne and St Pat's European second legs, talk Irish transfers including Evan Ferguson, Mark Travers and Aaron Connolly and react to the latest men's LOI action, while Rachel Graham talks Euro 2025 knockout stages and the weekend Women's Premier Division results.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Shels v Linfield, delightful Derry and Euro 2025 takeaways
Richie Towell and Paul Corry join Raf Diallo to preview Shelbourne v Linfield and St Pat's v Hegelmann and review the latest LOI action, while Shels' Rachel Graham talks Euro 2025 takeaways and the latest domestic developments.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Euro 2025 preview, St Pat's 'overhaul' needed, Keith Andrews, and Ireland feel the heat
Rachel Graham and Méabh De Búrca join Raf Diallo to preview Euro 2025, reflect on Ireland's defeats in the USA and discuss Ruesha Littlejohn's Shamrock Rovers exit, while Graham Gartland and Barry Murphy review the LOI weekend and talk Keith Andrews getting the Brentford job.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Damien Duff's shock exit and what next for Shels? Ireland in the USA and brilliant Bohs
Alan Cawley and David McMillan join Raf Diallo to react to Damien Duff's Shelbourne exit, the European draw for LOI teams and the weekend's action including Bohemians' derby win over Shamrock Rovers, while Shels' Rachel Graham looks ahead to the two Ireland v USA games and details Saturday's league action.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Drogs dealt a blow, Keith Andrews buzz and Ireland sleepwalking again?
Keith Treacy, Richie Towell, Rachel Graham and journalist Barry Landy join Raf Diallo. Among the talking points are Keith Andrews linked with the Brentford job, Drogheda's explusion from the UEFA Conference League, takeaways from Ireland's dull draw in Luxembourg and the COYGIG squad to face the USA next week.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Ireland positives, Manning insights and COYBIG youth tournament nostalgia
Stephen Kelly and Richie Towell join Raf Diallo to analyse the Republic of Ireland's draw with Senegal and put the microscope over some of the individual displays, while also getting nostalgic about their tournament experiences at underage level, while Shelbourne's Rachel Graham talks the Girls in Green's win over Slovenia and gets ready to face Athlone in a top-of-the-table clash on Saturday.See
LOI at HT, PSG in-person, Cork revenge mission and Delap (not) for Ireland?
Alan Cawley, Richie Towell, Shelbourne's Rachel Graham and RTÉ Sport's Anthony Pyne join Raf Diallo to talk LOI at the halfway point of 2025, Ireland WNT v Slovenia, a first-person view of PSG's Champions League final win, Liam Delap and COYBIG as well as building towards the Senegal friendly.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
McCabe's Champions League glory | Inter v PSG final | Magic Melia and LOI
Shelbourne's Rachel Graham, Richie Towell and Graham Gartland join Raf Diallo this week to talk Katie McCabe's Champions League win, Ireland WNT's clash with Turkey, PSG v Inter in the men's Champions League final, LOI and the U17s World Cup draw.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
'That's the ultimate experience' | Jim Crawford's new Ireland crop chasing Euro Under-21 dream
Republic of Ireland Under-21 manager Jim Crawford speaks to Raf Diallo after naming his squad for the June friendlies against Croatia and the Qatar under-23s.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Fresh faces in Ireland squads, LOI reaction and Celtic's in-form Irish strikers
As Heimir Hallgrimsson and Carla Ward reveal their latest Republic of Ireland squads, Raf Diallo is joined by Richie Towell, Rachel Graham, Barry Murphy and RTÉ Sport's Anthony Pyne. The weekend's LOI action is also discussed as well as Johnny Kenny's first Celtic goal and Katie McCabe and Arsenal's Champions League final.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Moose on the loose, Clancy's Cork exit, Emily Whelan chat and boot issues
Richie Towell, Paul Corry and Shelbourne's Rachel Graham join Raf Diallo this week to talk LOI, Heimir Hallgrimsson's next squad and footwear issues for women's footballers, while Anthony Pyne chats in depth to Ireland and Glasgow City striker Emily Whelan.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Bumper LOI review, an Ireland era ending and Arsenal chez Paris
Conan Byrne, Richie Towell and Shelbourne's Rachel Graham join Raf Diallo this week. They review all of the domestic action and main stories including Louise Quinn's retirement spelling the end of an era for Ireland, and Colin Healy taking the Kerry FC reins, as well as previewing the Champions League action, namely Wednesday's live RTÉ game between PSG and Arsenal.See omnystudio.com/listener for
Topsy-turvy LOI, Jess Ziu interview and Canham chat
Keith Treacy, Richie Towell and Shelbourne's Rachel Graham join Raf Diallo on this week's episode, while Ireland and West Ham's Jess Ziu drops by to chat in depth about her career and injury recovery.Up for discussion this week is Marc Canham's impending FAI exit, the weekend's LOI action, Shamrock Rovers youngster Victor Ozhianvuna gaining interest from abroad and the men's and women's Champions
Sol Campbell interview and LOI's Easter feast
Graham Gartland, Richie Towell and Shelbourne's Rachel Graham join Raf Diallo on this week's RTÉ Soccer Podcast to chat about the lively Easter weekend domestic action, while Anthony Pyne chats in-depth to Arsenal legend Sol Campbell.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
'We want to meet leagues' - FAI grassroots director on Football Pathways Plan and the divide over the calendar alignment
FAI grassroots director Ger McDermott joins Raf Diallo to share an insight into the Football Pathways Plan and responds to the specific concerns raised about the aligned calendar aspect by Carlow and District Football League secretary Brian O'Reilly.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Mipo questioned but delivers an answer, LOI review and Arsenal bus parking?
Richie Towell, Conan Byrne and Rachel Graham join Raf Diallo after a weekend of derbies in the men's and women's LOI. Mipo Odubeko's on-pitch riposte to Roddy Collins, Drogheda's stellar start and Abbie Larkin's development are among many talking points, as well as Arsenal's second leg live on RTÉ against Real Madrid.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Fighting talk and black belts but no knockout punches
Rachel Graham, Richie Towell, Keith Treacy and RTÉ Sport's Anthony Pyne join Raf Diallo. The second part of Ireland's Nations League double-header with Greece takes place on Tuesday after Friday's second-half surge, while there's plenty of LOI intrigue and a big week of Champions League football.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Ref justice on Friday and Ward to spring a surprise?
Anthony Pyne is joined by Richie Towell, Paul Corry and Rachel Graham on the latest episode of the RTÉ Soccer Podcast.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Ireland get the job done | Horgan and Towell reunited | Women's LOI and pitch problems
Stephen Kelly, Daryl Horgan and Richie Towell join Raf Diallo to react to Ireland's win over Bulgaria. The latter two reminisce about their Dundalk heyday and the reset at Oriel Park, while Shelbourne's Rachel Graham and RTÉ Sport's Anthony Pyne look ahead to the WNT squad announcement.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Ireland preview, Bulgaria insight and LOI storylines
Stephen Kelly, Bulgarian journalist Teodor Borisov Graham Gartland and Rachel Graham join Raf Diallo this week to talk Ireland's squad, what to expect against Bulgaria, as well as the weekend's Men's and Women's Premier Division action among other talking points.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
John O'Shea interview | Honohan for Ireland? | LOI chat and action plan incoming
Republic of Ireland assistant manager John O'Shea speaks to Raf Diallo as the Bulgaria tie closes in. Keith Treacy and Richie Towell talk about the Irish squad, potential LOI call-ups and the weekend's Premier Division, while Shelbourne's Rachel Graham and Anthony Pyne chat Saturday's big kick-off and Hannah Dingley's action plan.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Bumper LOI reaction, Women's Premier Division season preview and loan life lid-lifting
Rachel Graham and Méabh De Búrca look ahead to the Women's Premier Division season in depth and reflect on the fallout from Ireland's 4-0 defeat in Slovenia, while Richie Towell and Paul Corry review a bumper weekend of LOI action and share the pros and cons of life on loan.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
First impressions of Ward's Ireland, LOI review and 11th hour postponement 'not good enough'
Richie Towell, Rachel Graham, Barry Murphy and RTÉ Sport's Anthony Pyne join Raf Diallo. Carla Ward's Ireland is up for discussion as they look to build on the 1-0 over Turkey against Slovenia. The weekend's LOI news and action are reviewed as well as Shamrock Rovers' European exit and the potential third tierSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
With the LOIghts out, entertain us | Richie Towell | Ireland v Turkey | Shamrock Rovers v Molde
Richie Towell, Rachel Graham, and RTÉ Sport journalists Anthony Pyne and Conor Neville join Raf Diallo. Towell dispels rumours that he has retired and reviews the opening weekend of the LOI and talks Shamrock Rovers v Molde, while Graham discusses the Ireland WNT squad and Friday's fixture against Turkey.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The 2025 LOI season preview, Shamrock Rovers v Molde and Carla Ward's first Ireland squad
Keith Treacy, Graham Gartland and Shelbourne's Rachel Graham join Raf Diallo to preview the 2025 LOI season, hear from some of the managers, talk new signings and Mason Melia, plus preview Shamrock Rovers v Molde. We also look ahead to Carla Ward's first squad and Irish involvement in Celtic v Bayern Munich.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
What next for Ireland after play-off sucker punch?
Anthony Pyne is joined by Meabh De Burca and Rianna Jarrett to look back on Tuesday night's Euro 2025 play-off defeat to Wales.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Ireland v Wales playoff preview | Bulgaria awaits | Rovers in Vienna | Salah's future
Méabh De Búrca and Paul Corry join Raf Diallo to preview Ireland's crucial Women's Euro 2025 play-off against Wales, react to the Boys in Green's Nations League play-off draw, look ahead to Shamrock Rovers at Rapid Vienna and discuss Real Madrid, Mo Salah's future and Premier League matters ahead of another Champions League week.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
'Engagement is higher than I expected' | Washington Spirit's mental performance coach David McHugh
Athlone native David McHugh is the performance coach for NWSL side Washington Spirit who have gone from an underwhelming 2023 to reaching this weekend's play-off Championship final. He speaks to RTÉ Sport's Raf Diallo about his role and implementing sports psychology in a professional environment.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Ireland's Wembley woe, takeaways from the November window and LOI matters
Keith Treacy and Paul Corry join Raf Diallo to sift through the fallout of Ireland's 5-0 defeat to England and earlier 1-0 win over Finland. They also react to Drogheda United's relegation play-off win over Bray Wanderers and discuss what's next for Derry City after Ruaidhri Higgins' departure.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Drogheda on a high, Derry's 'reboot' and Doherty's belated Ireland call
Keith Treacy, Barry Murphy and Louth-based journalist Barry Landy join Raf Diallo to review Drogheda United's FAI Cup final win over Derry City, build up to Ireland's Nations League games as Matt Doherty earns a belated recall and talk Shamrock Rovers in Europe, the latest at Dundalk and infrastructural updates.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Shelbourne's HollyWood ending | FAI Cup final preview | Rovers v TNS | Amorim arrival
Paul Corry and David McMillan join Raf Diallo to react to Shelbourne's LOI title win, preview the FAI Cup final and Shamrock Rovers v TNS, as well as talking the First Division play-off final and Premier League matters.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
LOI title climax, Georgia takeaways, Ten Hag sacked, Irish goals and injury woes
Keith Treacy, Barry Murphy, Méabh De Búrca and RTÉ Sport's Anthony Pyne join Raf Diallo as the LOI title race reaches Friday's climax. Ireland Women's 6-0 win over Georgia is also analysed as well as Shamrock Rovers' triumph at Larne. They also talk First Division play-offs, Erik Ten Hag's sacking and a weekend of Irish goals and injury woes.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Ireland playoff push begins, Shels soar, Larne v Rovers, LOI title race and Dundalk down
Méabh De Búrca, David McMillan, Barry Murphy, Anthony Pyne and Niall McCoy join Raf Diallo as the Ireland WNT's Euro playoff tie against Georgia and Larne v Shamrock Rovers are previewed, while the men's LOI title race, Shelbourne's Women's FAI Cup final win, Dundalk's relegation, First Division play-offs and Liverpool are discussed.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Ireland's Jekyll and Hyde October, Women's FAI Cup final and key LOI week
Former Ireland defender Stephen Kelly, ex-Sheffield Wednesday and LOI midfielder Paul Corry and former Girls in Green international Méabh De Búrca join Raf Diallo as the Boys in Green's performances against Finland and Greece are analysed, a Women's FAI Cup final trilogy awaits and the League of Ireland enters another pivotal week on the pitch.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Paul McGrath | Heimir Hallgrimsson 'smart' to give John O'Shea some of the reins
Republic of Ireland legend Paul McGrath speaks to Raf Diallo ahead of the Boys in Green's Nations League fixtures against Finland and Greece. McGrath has joined forces with Pringles to champion men's mental health throughout Movember.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Ireland v Finland | Hoops hold APOEL, Athlone ascend and LOI and FAI Cup reaction
Graham Gartland and Keith Treacy join Raf Diallo to preview Ireland's Nations League window against Finland and Greece; discuss Shamrock Rovers' Conference League draw against APOEL; review the weekend's LOI and FAI Cup semi-final action; and Méabh De Búrca reacts to Athlone Town's Women's Premier Division title win.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The view from Finland | Ireland's upcoming opponents' style shift and fresh voices add new dimension
Finnish football journalist Ari Virtanen of the Helsigin Sanomat newspaper joins Raf Diallo on the RTÉ Soccer Podcast to share an insight into the Republic of Ireland's next UEFA Nations League opponents as well as discussing football's place in Finland's sporting hierarchy and the legacy of the Jari Litmanen-led golden generationSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
