Between the Stripes LOI podcast

Having recently passed 400 LOI career appearances, Treaty United full-back Marc Ludden joins us on this week's show. Ludden chats about passing such a milestone, his future in the league, Treaty's play-off hopes and his local club Galway United's FAI Cup semi-final this weekend at home to Bohemians. Meanwhile, Kieran & Gary (fresh from his weekend rustling) discuss Duff v Bradley and the Shamrock Rovers manager's extraordinary post-match comments. The lads also debate some of the off-field decisions made by Cork City this season after Richie Holland was installed as interim boss until the end of the campaign with Liam Buckley moved back upstairs. So much more too as the lads look ahead to this weekend's league and cup matches. Sponsored by QuinnAv.ie

Just hours after taking social media by storm thanks to his Goal Of The Season contender against St.Pat's, Drogheda United's Dayle Rooney joins us on this week's show. Kieran has some very strong views on Cork City's humiliating 5-0 defeat against Dundalk on Monday while the lads also reflect on the respective races for the title, Europe and the play-offs following a dramatic double game week. Dave Rogers departure from Finn Harps is also covered while we've got a bag load of listeners comments to get through too. Sponsored by QuinnAv.ie

Fresh from lifting the Leinster Senior Cup as Bohs captain on Monday night, Cian Byrne joins us on this week's Between the Stripes LOI podcast. The young defender talks about his early season loan at Longford, his leadership qualities, how he found out he was captaining Bohs in front of over 3,000 at Dalymount, Decky Devine, and much more. Elsewhere, Kieran & Gary dissect the Dundalk disaster in Galway and the other FAI Cup quarter-finals. The lads don't just preview the semi-finals but go ahead and preview an imaginary cup final too. Have Derry missed the title boat following Friday's draw with Rovers? The lads discuss. While, as ever, there's the BTS Predictions League and your listener questions. Sponsored by QuinnAv.ie

Kieran & Gary start this week's show by addressing the alleged racist incident that marred the First Division game between Kerry FC and Longford Town last Friday. The pair highlight issues they have with the Longford Town response so far and some of the social media reaction over the past few days. On the football front, the lads discuss Stephen Kenny's future (or perhaps lack of one as Ireland manager) following another damaging week for the Boys in Green. In League of Ireland-related matters, there is a full First Division review, previews of this weekend's league and cup action and we've also got audio with Ruaidhrí Higgins & Shane McEleney ahead of a blockbuster clash between Derry City and Shamrock Rovers. Sponsored by QuinnAv.ie

With Kieran Paris bound for the big game, the lads rushed to Bishopsgate on Sunday morning to put together this week's show. Given the setting for this week's pod, there was only one place to start, Longford's second win of the season against Galway United at the venue just a few hours earlier. We've got audio with Cristian Magerusan, Ruadhri Higgins and Stephen O'Donnell while Kieran & Gary have lots to say on the Dublin derby, the title and European races, the play-offs and of course, Sligo Rovers. James McClean's controversial comments on the LOI are also tackled in an all-action podcast. Sponsored by QuinnAv.ie

It's our lengthiest pod of the season and with good reason as we hear from two now-retired LOI stars, Gary Shaw and Alan Keane. Shawsey tells us why at 31, he's called time on his playing career (for now anyway) while he also talks about his former club Shamrock Rovers and their pursuit of four-in-a-row. Alan Keane talks all things Sligo with the Bit O'Red gearing up for a do-or-die clash with Cork City this weekend. Kieran and Gary have some interesting debates this week while the BTS kebab review makes a long-awaited return. Sponsored by QuinnAv.ie

Having been joined Frantz Pierrot of Athlone Town last week, the lads speak to another First Division star who has been tearing it up since arriving from America, that is Finn Harps midfielder Ryan Flood. "Floodinho" (we'll explain) discusses settling into life in Ireland, working under Dave Rogers at Arizona and now Harps, how his past football experiences have molded him into the technical player he is today, Harps plans for the future, and much more.Kieran & Gary reflect on the round of 16 FAI Cup ties, the quarter-final draw, and the growing gulf between the non-leagues and LOI level (trigger warning). Shamrock Rovers fan Johnny B takes part in the BTS Predictions League while there's an in-depth discussion on the level of piracy of LOI TV streams and we also field your questions in another all-action edition of the show. Sponsored by QuinnAv.ie

Following his stunning late double in the Midlands derby on Saturday night, Athlone Town's Haitian striker Frantz Pierrot joins us on this week's show much to the pain of our hardened Longford Town hosts. Frantz's Portuguese coach at Athlone Town, Dario Castelo also features on the pod. The lads also discuss Cork City's woes following the home draw with UCD and the MSC final defeat to Cobh as well as Sligo Rovers decision to send their first-choice keeper on loan mid-season. We've got full First Division coverage as ever while there's a look ahead to this weekend's FAI Cup ties and Derry City European tie in Tallaght which has prompted debate regarding ticket prices. Sponsored by QuinnAv.ie

Bohemians manager Declan Devine is this week's very special guest on Between the Stripes LOI podcast. We also bring you interesting audio from Damien Duff and Stephen O'Donnell as the Oriel Park facilities saga rages on. Kieran & Gary bask in De Town's bank holiday weekend glory while there's an in-depth chat on Cork City FC's direction (or alleged lack of it) following an unsuccessful approach for Drogs boss Kevin Doherty. The lads also discuss the Manchester United Aviva Stadium friendly controversy, field your questions and play the predictions league with listener Jim Fitzgerlad from Waterford this week. Another all-action episode brought to you in association with our sponsors QuinnAv.ie.

This week, we bring you behind the scenes in running a League of Ireland club as Longford Town FC's Head of Operations James Donnelly joins us on the show. James tackles some of the recent criticism he and the club have faced in regard to attendances and a perceived lack of community engagement. This week's pod starts with the lad's views on Vera Pauw v Katie McCabe. Meanwhile, Kieran & Gary also mull over the news of Max Mata's potential Sligo Rovers departure and what it means for the Bit O'Red's survival chances. News of a Daryl Horgan Dundalk return breaks mid-show while we've got some very interesting audio with an apologetic Stephen Henderson and Cobh Ramblers boss Shane Keegan. Once again, Europe and all the latest Premier and First Division action are fully covered. Tune in to the LOI's most comprehensive weekly podcast now! Sponsored by QuinnAv.ie

You better make it an extra long walk today or find a scenic route to work as we've got a bumper edition of the show covering the latest FAI Cup, League, and European action. We've got audio with managers John Russell, Kevin Doherty, Jon Daly, and Stephen Henderson while Kieran & Gary ask "have Rovers gone stale?"Jon Brier is on hand to review and preview the latest LOI European matches while Gary is not happy with Irish legend Packie Bonner on this week's show. Well worth tuning in! Sponsored by QuinnAv.ie

Europe, the league, and the FAI Cup, we've got it all covered on this week's Between the Stripes LOI podcast. Kieran & Gary start the show by discussing Shamrock Rovers Champions League exit and a disappointing first European week overall for the LOI sides. Finn Harps chairman Ian Harkin checks in while Dave McCall from Portlaoise AFC tells us exactly what an FAI Cup run would do for the Midlands club ahead of their first-round tie with fellow non-leaguers Skerries. As ever, we've got the BTS predictions league and your questions while there's also audio with Stephen Henderson on Bastien Hery's shock signing and audio with Kerry FC boss Billy Dennehy. Sponsored by QuinnAv.ie

Possibly one of our busiest shows ever as we're joined this week by special guests David McMillan and Liam Feeney. We also have audio with Ruaidhrí Higgins, Stephen Bradley, Kevin Doherty, and Conor Keeley. Kieran & Gary look ahead to a huge week in Europe for the Irish clubs alongside the league's all-time top European goalscorer McMillan, while Liam Feeney tells us his remarkable story of moving from LOI club volunteer to marketing at Lincoln City. The lads also talk transfer rumors (some may be made up), why Ryan Graydon really wasn't Longford's best player, Damien Duff's recent transfer comments, and much more in an action-packed edition of the pod. Sponsored by QuinnAv.ie

After a run of 4 goals in his first 5 matches since joining Longford Town as a free agent, Beineón O'Brien-Whitmarsh explains why he was without a club at the start of the season, joining a team "full of Dubs", how there are still big characters in the modern game and much more. Stephen O'Donnell & Louie Annesley make cameo appearances on the show too after Dundalk's fantastic 2-0 win at home to Shamrock Rovers on Friday. Jon Brier joins us this week to talk coefficients and next week's European ties while Kieran and Gary field your questions and conduct the usual reviews and previews across both divisions. Tune into the League of Ireland's most in-depth podcast now! Sponsored by QuinnAv.ie

After a busy few days in the LOI, former league winner Mark Rossiter joins us to reflect on the season so far, the upcoming European matches, his old club Dundalk's fortunes, and the future of Stephen Kenny among other things. Kieran & Gary are at their usual nonsense too, you know the drill by now so just hit the play button! Sponsored by QuinnAv.ie

Back (but not so fresh) from their trip to Athens, Kieran & Gary tackle everything from their experiences of the city, the trouble Ireland fans faced outside the ground to the dire performance on it from Stephen Kenny's team and where it leaves the former Dundalk boss going forward. On a more positive note, the European draws look to have been kind for the four LOI clubs so the lads discuss that and the return of the Premier and First Divisions this weekend with the BTS Predictions League also returning. Cobh Ramblers boss Shane Keegan is this week's guest. Sponsored by QuinnAv.ie

As we head into the summer break, Kieran & Gary deliver their mid-term report cards for all 20 LOI clubs. Treaty United manager Tommy Barrett reflects on an up-and-down start to the season both on and off the pitch in Limerick, where in-fighting never seems far away while Sligo Rovers fan Gerry O'Connor responds to some of the lads criticism of the Bit O'red on the show this season. There's Ireland chat to as the lads pack their bags for Athens while there's also a discussion on the LOI TV half-season passes. Sponsored by QuinnAv.ie

After an action-packed Bank Holiday weekend, Kieran & Gary sit down with Pat's defender Anto Breslin with the Saints currently the most in-form team in the Premier Division. Former podcast co-host Jon Brier reconnects with us while we also take a look at the big winners and losers from the last few days across both divisions. We've got a double helping of the BTS kebab review, there's the predictions league, listeners questions and some chat on the FAI's ambitious infrastructure plan.All in association with our sponsors QuinnAv.ie

With the Women's World Cup fast approaching, we're joined by Shamrock Rovers Head Coach Collie O'Neill who discusses the Hoops return to the Women's game, their unbeaten start, some big upcoming matches, why the energy of the World Cup must be harnessed back into the domestic league here while Collie also chats about some of his old clubs in the Men's leagues. Credit to the lads, they cover a lot of ground in under 2 hours this week as Kieran & Gary discuss topics including: Daly's first win as permanent Pats boss and Stephen O'Donnell's reaction to it, the vile chants in Cork, a tough weekend for referees, disappointing Waterford and a whole pile more. Some Sligo Rovers fans get in Gary's ear while we've got some excellent listeners' questions and the predictions league! Sponsored by QuinnAv.ie

As you can probably tell from title, this week's BTS is weird and wonderful as we cover a whole range of topics, some more serious than others. We start by discussing Jon Daly's permanent appointment as St.Pat's boss before moving on to Derry City taking up the lead in the title race following Rovers shock defeat against Drogheda. Also on this week's show: Ryan Graydon to Fleetwood? Unhappy fans at Ferrycarrig Park, why Athlone Town is a basket case, the predictions league, the latest report into horse racing and the economy, fans questions, the predictions league and of course, the world-famous BTS kebab review. Sponsored by QuinnAv.ie

Between the Stripes LOI podcast has always championed the First Division and this week's show is no different as we speak exclusively to Kerry FC manager Billy Dennehy after the Kingdom's historic first-ever LOI win on Friday while Treaty United striker Enda Curran joins us after finding himself embroiled in a spot of controversy at Bishopsgate on Saturday. As ever, we've got all the latest Premier Division reviews and previews for you too with this week's show starting off with a deep discussion on the title race with both Shamrock Rovers and Derry City recording Friday/Monday victories in recent days. There's a deeper discussion on players & managers trying to deceive referees and plenty of other meaty subjects to get stuck into on another action-packed edition of the show. Sponsored by QuinnAv.ie

After a turbulent few weeks, Cork City FC owner Dermot Usher joins us on the show to discuss Colin Healy's departure, disappointing on-field results, Liam Buckley's arrival as Sporting Director and why the former league winning boss will NOT be considered for the vacant managers position. Kieran & Gary fill us in on their first ever trip to Mounthawk Park while there are full reviews of all the latest results from the Premier & First Divisions. We play our predictions game as ever plus there are listeners questions and some chat on the FAI's lack of lobbying power given the current GAAGO and betting levy debates. Sponsored by QuinnAv.ie

Just in case you don't realise it from the ten million references on this week's show, Kieran has flown back from Turkey just in time to react to two managerial departures in the league this week. The lads also reflect on a bumper bank holiday weekend across both divisions while as ever, the world famous BTS predictions league makes for some interesting listening. Sponsored by QuinnAv.ie

Dundalk FC legend & current Linfield midfielder Chris Shields is a very special guest on this week's show. The 5-time LOI winner discusses the growing attendances, coverage and on-field standards in both the LOI & NIFL as well as giving us his views on the Lilywhites start to the season, the Oriel Park pitch and the title race. Sponsored by QuinnAv.ie

Coming to you slightly earlier this week, it's S7EP10 of Between the Stripes LOI podcast. On this week's show the lads discuss: - What Derry City need to do to win the title - Stephen O'Donnell's Oriel Park pitch comments - Stephen Bradley's winning mentality - Colin Healy under pressure? - Are LOI teams "obsessed with possesion?" - Interviews with Stephen Henderson & Hugh Douglas - Predictions League & much more! Sponsored by QuinnAv.ie

On this week's show, Kieran & Gary reflect on a busy Easter bank Holiday weekend by reflecting on the Friday/Monday fixtures in the Premier Division and the latest First Division results too. The lads delve into what they believe some of the issues are at Derry City after they suffered back-to-back home defeats and throw out a few more hot takes on some other LOI sides. We hear from Tim Clancy & Daire Doyle on this week's show while Gary tells us what word he's muted this week, there's a fresh BTS kebab review and loads of other nonsense to keep you entertained this week! Sponsored by QuinnAv.ie.

Having both retired in recent seasons, former teammates Dinny Corcoan and Gavin Peers join us on this week's pod to look back on their time in the LOI and give their thoughts on the current crop in the league. Sponsored by QuinnAv.ie

There is nobody more passionate and knowledgeable about the game of football than the fans themselves and that’s why this week on Between the Stripes LOI podcast we are giving LOI fans a voice!Joining us on the show will be Galway United fan Julian Canny, Super Saint Tadhg Gavin, and One Up Top podcast host and Bohs diehard Jordan.Kieran & Gary talk Ireland, improvements that are needed for fans at the Aviva Stadium, the return of the LOI Premier Division, and a full review & preview of all the latest happenings in the First Division.Anthony Quinn takes part in our world-famous predictions league while we also field your questions on this week’s pod too. A more complete LOI & Irish football podcast you won’t find!Sponsored by QuinnAv.ie

This week's guests are Galway United striker Rob Manley and Drogheda United defender Conor Keeley. Manley is on to chat about Galway's perfect start to the season, dealing with pressure, Ollie Horgan's impact, and much more. Keeley reflects on a gut wrenching derby defeat to Dundalk but an otherwise strong start to the season by the Drogs, his time in the NIFL with Ballymena and reasons for returning to the LOI while he also discusses his younger brother Josh's progress at Spurs and recent call up to the Irish U21 squad. Kieran & Gary hit all the usual notes while there's a deep chat on Stephen Kenny and Ireland ahead of the Latvia and France games as well as the new Ireland kit by Castore. Sponsored by QuinnAV.ie

After a solid start to the new LOI season, Drogheda United boss Kevin Doherty joins Kieran & Gary on this week's show. Kevin reflects on the distraction that was investment talks in pre-season, dealing with the loss of key players, the clubs unofficial partnership with Lincoln City and Thursday's upcoming Louth derby. Aside from the usual match reviews, previews, and predictions, Kieran & Gary field a number of listeners questions, discuss Tim Clancy's future at St.Pat's and the new FAI/Ireland crests and kit deal among other hot topics in Irish football at the moment. Sponsored by QuinnAv.ie

It's our biggest and best edition of the pod so far this season as Kieran & Gary reflect on a bumper few days in the LOI. Damien Duff, Stephen O'Donnell, Billy Dennehy, and Kalen Spillane all feature while the show opens with a discussion on St.Pat's and Tim Clancy after a disastrous few days for the Saints. Refereeing decisions and the rise in yellow cards is up for discussion while our much-loved predictions league features as ever (As endorsed by Shane Keegan).

It's a bumper edition of the pod this week as Kieran & Gary touch on some hot topics surrounding the league at the moment such as "multi club ownership models" amid Hull City's apparent interest in a number of LOI clubs while the lads also touch on some LOI TV issues already emerging this season. This week's guests are Bohemians number two Gary Cronin with the Gypsies the only Premier Division side holding a 100% record going into gameweek 3 while Sean Kelleher tells us how he has discovered an indescribable buzz since becoming a Kerry FC season ticket holder. Sponsored by QuinnAV.ie

Drogheda United's on loan Lincoln City striker Freddie Draper joins us on this week's show following the Drogs scoreless draw on the opening night away to Shelbourne. Freddie gives us his reaction to the moment everyone is talking about from that game, the Matty Smith miss. Treaty United manager Tommy Barrett tells us why this will be the Limerick clubs toughest season yet. There's also audio from Andy Myler and Stephen Henderson. All the usual stuff too as Kieran & Gaz reflect on all the talking points from the opening weekend and look ahead to game week two in both divisions. Be sure to subscribe wherever you're listening. Sponsored by QuinnAv.Ie

The greatest league in the world is back and so are we for a 7th series! On the opening pod of 2023, we're joined by new Cork City owner Dermot Usher while Aodh Dervin tells us about his glorious return to Longford Town. Kieran & Gary examine how each squad is shaping up ahead of the new season and of course, they've got some woeful predictions as ever. It's great to be back, enjoy the show and don't forget to subscribe!

The 2022 Between the Stripes LOI podcast Xmas Special is here! Kieran & Gary reflect on the latest comings and goings and look ahead to next season. New Longford Town manager Stephen Henderson and new Finn Harps boss Dave Rogers are our festive guests. Kieran & Gary also discuss the LOI rebrand, the potential return of LOI TV season passes, the shambolic FAI AGM and several other hot topics leading into the new year. Enjoy the show and from the entire BTS team, have a merry and safe Christmas and we'll speak to you all again in the new year!

Fresh from lifting the FAI Cup at the Aviva Stadium on Sunday, Derry City assistant manager Alan Reynolds joins us to reflect on the win and the year that was, as well as looking ahead to 2023. Kieran & Gary review the FAI Cup final and some of the crowd issues that surrounded the game, the play-off final between UCD and Waterford, Stephen McGuinness's comments about some First Division clubs, Kerry FC joining the LOI, the FAI's EURO 2028 bid, the future of LOI TV, and more, as well as briefly setting the tone for next season. Thank you to all of our listeners this year! Sponsored by Quinn AV.

With four cup winners' medals between them, Derry City legend Gareth McGlynn and James Keddy, formerly of both Derry City & Shelbourne, are the perfect guests on our FAI Cup Final podcast special this week! Aside from looking ahead to the Aviva Stadium showpiece, Kieran & Gary reflect on the final round of games in the Premier Division, the "structural issue scandal" that overshadowed Friday's First Division play-off final and they also discuss John Caulfield's future following defeat to Waterford. The lads also look ahead to the Blues promotion/relegation decider against UCD, address rumours surrounding Andy Myler's future, deal with Ian Ryan's surprise Wexford departure and the introduction of a minimum wage for LOI players. Simply put, you won't find a more comprehensive LOI show anywhere!

Dundalk FC's Chief Operating Officer Martin Connolly joins us to discuss the Lilywhites return to Europe, rumours of unrest with Stephen O'Donnell this season, flares, Oriel Park, snd much more. Kieran & Gary react to the surprise departure of Gary Cronin from Longford and De Town's play-off exit to Galway. There are previews to the final round of league fixtures on Sunday and we've got a whole host of brilliant questions from listeners this week too. Sponsored by QuinnAV.ie

Ahead of the start of the First Division play-offs, we chat with fans Patrick Lynn (Waterford), Jason Shanahan (Treaty), Kevin Rooney (Longford), and Julian Canny (Galway) to get the fans perspective on the upcoming games. Also on the show is St.Pat's fan Dermot Looney who tells us all about the latest LOI book on the horizon, "Saints Rising." Elsewhere, Kieran & Gary reflect on Shamrock Rovers historic three-in-a-row and discuss what they must do to maintain their domestic dominance. The lads also chat in depth about the fallout from our episode with Kurtis Byrne last week, the FAI's public spat with its not ex-kit supplier, TV coverage for the league in the wake of the GAA pulling the plug on Sky Sports and much more. Sponsored by QuinnAv.ie

Two-time LOI winner, Kurtis Byrne officially announces his retirement on this week's show and tells us why he's decided to call time early on his LOI career and some of the circumstances at Bray this season that led to his decision. Away from Kurtis, Kieran & Gary review the FAI Cup semi-finals, the latest league action, and Rovers in Europe. All the usual stuff too including our world-famous predictions league and lots of moaning from Kieran about his poor auld knee. Proudly sponsored by Quinn Av.

You never know what's coming next on Between the Stripes LOI podcast as this week we speak with a former English Premier League defender and an American superstar import playing in the Women's National League. Also on this week's show, Kieran & Gary give us their Premier and First Division teams and players of the year which always makes for intense debate.

Kieran & Gary are back from Glasgow and they've plenty of moaning to do on this week's pod. Stephen Kenny's future as Ireland boss is discussed as is the latest action from the LOI Premier and First Divisions as well as the Women's FAI Cup. The lads also ask why Irish Football isn't benefitting from the betting levy after both Horse Racing and Greyhound racing received increased funding in yesterday's budget.

Earlier than normal due to our upcoming trip to Glasgow, Between the Stripes LOI podcast is back to review a dramatic weekend in the FAI Cup. Treaty United's hat-trick hero from the win over UCD, Enda Curran joins us for an extended interview. The lads reflect on a rare bad week for Shamrock Rovers, hammered in Europe and out of the cup, where do they need to improve going forward? We touch on the boos for Bohs, Phoenix Patterson's brilliance, and crowd trouble in Galway and elsewhere.We look ahead to this week's games and chat Scotland v Ireland too, all in all it's the perfect way to start your week! Enjoy! Sponsored by QuinnAv.ie

This week's show features an extended interview with Longford Town manager Gary Cronin after De Town secured a play-off place with 5 games remaining in the First Division season. Cronin discusses some of the negativity surrounding his appointment, calls for him to quit earlier in the season, and THAT defeat to Athlone. We also hear from Dundalk boss Stephen O'Donnell who did not agree with Kieran's comments on the Dundalk high-line following the shock defeat to UCD, while a man who played a big hand in gunning down Dundalk on Friday, Sean Brennan also chats to us on this week's pod. There's bundles of other juicy chat and discussion as well as reviews of the weekend's action and a look ahead to the FAI Cup quarter-finals and Shamrock Rovers games in Europe. As ever, it's not to be missed!

He's back ladies & gentlemen! The League of Ireland's favourite Yorkshireman, Jon Brier is back on this week's podcast alongside Kieran Burke & Gary Reilly. Cork City winger, James Doona tells us about past regrets, challenges he's faced on and off the pitch at Cork City and why he hopes his rewards are coming soon. The lads reflect on Bohs win in the Dublin derby and ponder the Gypsies next move and if we now have a title race on our hands. Roddy Collins comments on Bohs "politics" is covered while speaking of politics, the FAI v Sligo Rovers suspension case is covered at length. All this and much more on another cracking edition of the League of Ireland's most in-depth podcast!

On this week's show, Kieran & Gary react to the breaking news of Keith Long's departure from Bohemians. The lads are joined by Jordan from the Bohemians One Up Top Podcast to reflect on Long's time in charge at Dalymount Park, how we reached this point and what may happen next at Bohs. Elsewhere, we reflect on round two in the FAI Cup and the subsequent quarter-finals draw, there's lots of discussion on Dundalk's high-line, the race for Europe, the newly launched #NoRefNoGame campaign, and much more. There are also post-match interviews with Andy Lyons and Darragh Markey following Shamrock Rovers extra-time FAI Cup win in Drogheda. As ever, the lads preview & predict this weekend's games across both divisions too on another action-packed podcast!

It's one of our biggest and best shows of the season so far as Marc Bircham joins us all the way from Italy to tackle reports linking him with the recent Waterford takeover. Meanwhile, the treasurer of the new 1985 Seagulls Bray Wanderers Supporters Group, Ronan Holland tells us why after 20 years of supporting Bray he can no longer bring himself to attend games and why he hopes the new supporters club can help fix broken relations. With it being FAI Cup weekend, we speak to Chris McNulty from Bonagee United ahead of their glamour tie at home to "Damien Duff's Shelbourne" (Trademark). If three brilliant interviews weren't enough we've got loads of juicy talking points from across the league as well!

Ahead of Shamrock Rovers Europa League play-off tie with Ferencváros, we're joined by former referee and Hungarian league expert Gayle Hope of HungarianFootball.com. Gayle tells us all about the Hoops European opponents, what traveling supporters can expect, the current standard of refereeing in Europe, and much more in a fascinating chat. Meanwhile, Kieran and Gary reflect on a busy week with the lads taking in a number of games around the country including Pats controversial Euro exit to CSKA Sofia and everything that followed. Hot topics this week include the potential latest UK-based takeover of Waterford FC, a far from "resplendent" Bray Wanderers, Rovers v Dundalk this coming Sunday, and the turbulent nature of the First Division title race. All this and more on this week's show!

Recorded just minutes after Shamrock Rovers guaranteed themselves a place in a UEFA Group stage it's fair to say the lads are in good form on this week's pod. However, there are many serious subjects to be discussed including: Should LOI clubs share their Euro prize money? RTE's approach to the league, the Shels/Pats postponement debacle, Dundalk v Derry brewing as a nice long-term rivalry, Harps v UCD and much more! This week's guests are Finn Harps chairman, Ian Harkin who discusses the club's latest efforts to secure a new stadium, and in-form Longford Town striker Jordan Adeyemo.

European & Cup fever has hit BTS towers (quite literally) as an under-the-weather Kieran Burke drags himself out of the scratcher for this week's show. Kieran & Gaz talk all things Shamrock Rovers, Sligo Rovers & St.Patrick's Athletic in terms of Europe while there's also a review of the opening round of the FAI Cup, is there a gulf in class between LOI and the non-leagues? Wexford FC manager, Ian Ryan joins us following his side's FAI Cup giant-killing of Sligo Rovers while there's a complete look ahead to this weekend's games in BOTH DIVISIONS. Finally, the lads round off the show with a discussion on Women's Football and how we can try and benefit from England's success here in Ireland.