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The Sunday Paper Review streams for free every Sunday from 11:30am on our Youtube channel - at youtube.com/offtheball if you want to grab it there as it happens - or if you prefer to listen or watch on demand you can do that if you are an Off The Ball subscriber (And sure why wouldn't you be?)In this podcast we want to bring you some of the very best bits from episodes of the Sunday Paper Review over the last while to give you a taster of what you can expect, when Adrian Barry is joined by two guests every week to comb through the best sportswriting and stories in the back pages!

A special Sunday Newsround with Shane Hannon and Ann-Marie Donelan, as well as Nathan Murphy giving you all the Premier League build up!

It was John Duggan, Shane Hannon and Cameron Hill in studio for the Saturday Newsround on Off The Ball.

On Friday's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack brings you the team news for Saturday's URC interpro at the Aviva, where Jordie Barrett will get his first taste of Irish derby action. The CEO of the URC discusses a potential merger with the English Premiership. Richie has the latest on Stuart Lancaster's job security at Racing 92. And the turmoil at the top of English rugby continues.

Johnny Ward and Thom Malone look ahead to a jam-packed week of racing as they look ahead to the 'most wonderful time of the year' for horse racing fanatics. The action across Kempton, Limerick, Leopardstown and much more will keep you more than entertained this Christmas. The Racing Pod on Off the Ball with William Hill To become a member and access our exclusive content simply click: here:http://offtheball.com/join

Welcome to Friday's OTB Breakfast Bite - your bitesize taster of this morning's full Off The Ball Breakfast. On this morning's show, a double shot of rugby with Ronan O'Gara and Alan Quinlan. Following another dramatic night at the World Darts Championship, we speak to Glen Durrant from Alexandra Palace. Nathan Murphy joins us from London to reflect on Shamrock Rovers' Conference League defeat at Stamford Bridge. And Catherine Murphy brings us her 'You Had To Be There'. Catch Off The Ball Breakfast LIVE weekday mornings from 7:30am or just search for Off The Ball Breakfast and get the podcast on the Off The Ball app. SUBSCRIBE at OffTheBall.com/join

On Friday's Football Daily, Richie McCormack brings you reaction to a chastening night for Shamrock Rovers at Stamford Bridge. We hear directly from manager Stephen Bradley, and new Dad Markus Poom on his deflected goal against Chelsea. Ruben Amorim insists it wasn't a mistake to leave out Marcus Rashford in their Carabao Cup loss at Tottenham. Shelbourne's latest signing is hailed as a 'significant coup'. And Southampton's next manager appears from right out of left field.

Tonight on the Alexandra Palace stage will see a Munster clash of Limerick's Willie O'Connor, and Borrisokane's Dylan Slevin. Before they locked horns at the oche, O'Connor and Slevin took time to speak to Eoin about their historic clash.

On Thursday's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack brings you news of Ulster's decision to tie down Zac Ward to a three-year contract. Ulster and Munster have named their teams for tomorrow night's URC interpro at Kingspan Stadium, and we hear from both camps. Plus, Chris Farrell will not appeal his sentence as part of the Grenoble rape trial.

The Irish MMA fighter Will Fleury re-joined Off The Ball Breakfast this morning ahead of his OKTAGON MMA title bout with Karlos Vemola later this month.  Now into his mid-30s, Fleury is viewing the fight in redemptive terms.  Last year, while fighting on a Professional Fighters League card, Fleury was one among seven different fighters found to have tested positive for a prohibited substance. He was hit with a 9-month suspension and fined in excess of $3000.  With remarkable candour, Fleury spoke to Ger Gilroy and Arthur James O'Dea about why he decided to take a banned substance, how he did it and what led to him being caught. 

Welcome to Thursday's OTB Breakfast Bite - your free sample of this morning's full Off The Ball Breakfast.On this morning's show, none other than former All Blacks captain Kieran Read joins us. We talk to MMA fighter Will Fleury regarding his positive drugs test earlier this year. And the Limerick v Kilkenny Celebrity Deathmatch... But this morning's Breakfast Bite sees our own Dara Smith-Naughton examine the real cost of attending one of next year's Six Nations fixtures at the Aviva. Catch Off The Ball Breakfast LIVE weekday mornings from 7:30am or just search for Off The Ball Breakfast and get the podcast on the Off The Ball app. SUBSCRIBE at OffTheBall.com/join

On Thursday's Football Daily, Richie McCormack brings you the news that Fulham are to test Brighton's resolve regarding Evan Ferguson. Shamrock Rovers manager Stephen Bradley addresses those links to Millwall. Arne Slot admits his Liverpool side were a tad fortunate to reach the Carabao Cup semi-finals last night. And Mikel Arteta discusses Kieran Tierney as Celtic mull over a return to Parkhead for the Scottish wing-back.

On Wednesday's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack brings you the latest line on Stuart Lancaster, who apparently "wants out" of his deal at Racing 92.Lancaster's had to put the foot down with two hookers taking their Christmas party too far. Jean Kleyn has gone under the knife. Ulster centre Ben Carson has signed a new long-term contract. And the UK government counts the cost of London Irish, Wasps and Worcester going under.

Welcome to Wednesday's OTB Breakfast Bite, your free sample of this morning's Off The Ball Breakfast. This morning on the show, we talk inter-county retirement with now ex-Mayo goalkeeper Rob Hennelly.We catch up with boxer Emmet Brennan, and we talk to experienced football journalist Martin Lipton. Keith Treacy joined Adrian and Arthur on hosting duties this morning, and our Breakfast Bite sees Keith and Martin look at the case of Martin Lipton, and what next for the wantaway United forward.

On Wednesday's Football Daily, Phil Egan brings you the latest on those Stephen Bradley links to Millwall. We hear directly from Ruben Amorim on those Marcus Rashford comments regarding a potential departure. And Mykhailo Mudryk has enlisted the help of Paul Pogba's law firm in an effort to avoid a lengthy doping ban. All that, plus a familiar face returns to Drogheda, Cork City's captain unhappy with contract snub, and the latest from the Women's Champions League.

Irish running legend Eamonn Coghlan joined Eoin Sheahan in studio as the GOAL Mile returns in the build up to Christmas, raising awareness for those less fortunate! He reflects on the year that was for Irish athletics, looking back on the heartbreak and success of Ireland's Olympians. He also reveals that Kaarlo Maaninka, the man who finished ahead of him in the 1980 Olympics to claim a medal and subsequently admitted to blood doping, had actually thrown his medals into a Finnish lake out of shame of cheating in that years Olympics. Find your local Goal Mile at https://www.goalglobal.org/

On Tuesday's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack brings you news of the two latest central contracts to be extended,We hear from Munster skills and assistant attack coach Mossy Lawlor on the day he signed a new two-year deal with the province, plus the latest on their crippling injury list.Leinster coach Jacques Nienaber's revealed they were essentially running in-game trials of new lineout laws last week.And Connacht stalwart Paul Boyle is targeting a scalp at the Aviva this weekend.

On Tuesday's Football Daily, Phil Egan brings you all the reaction to last night's Premier League draw at the Vitality where neither manager emerged happy.Chelsea winger Mykhailo Mudryk faces a lengthy ban after 'testing positive' for a banned substance.Manchester United are trying to get to the bottom of their team sheet leaks.Wales are given a nightmare draw for next summer's Women's European Championships.

Welcome to Tuesday's OTB Breakfast Bite - your free taster of this morning's full Off The Ball Breakfast. On this morning's show, Jonathan Wilson joins the lads to talk football. Former Mayo and Bohemians star Sarah Rowe dials in from Australia, where she's once again swapped the AFLW for the round ball. And James Tracy talks rugby.But this morning's Breakfast Bite takes us to the leaf through the morning papers where Ger and Arthur discussed the return to the Limerick hurling panel of Shane Dowling, and his capacity to replace the injured Nickie Quaid in goal. Catch Off The Ball Breakfast LIVE weekday mornings from 7:30am or just search for Off The Ball Breakfast and get the podcast on the Off The Ball app. SUBSCRIBE at OffTheBall.com/join

Aisling O'Reilly chats to professional Irish golfer, Leona Maguire, as she looks back at her 2024 career highs as well as frustrations!

On Monday's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack brings you news of two Ireland props signing extensions to their central contracts. Former Ulster prop Steven Kitshoff reveals how close his neck injury brought him to death. Pete Wilkins reflects on Connacht's impressive Challenge Cup win away to Perpignan. The latest on Chris Farrell's future in French rugby. And another England international commits their future to their club.

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Welcome to Monday's OTB Breakfast Bite - your little taster for this morning's full Off The Ball Breakfast. This morning on the show Andy Mitten and Sam Lee look back on both sides of the Manchester derby, more of which in a moment. Pat McCarry reflects on a busy weekend for the provinces in Investec and Champions Cup action. And Aisling O'Reilly rounds up the club GAA action. This morning's Breakfast Bite takes us to the Performance Rankings, and what Colm has dubbed 'the best worst Manchester derby of all time'.Catch The Off The Ball Breakfast show LIVE weekday mornings from 7:30am or just search for Off The Ball Breakfast and get the podcast on the Off The Ball app. SUBSCRIBE at OffTheBall.com/join

On Monday's Football Daily, Phil Egan brings you details of Russell Martin's sacking as Southampton manager. Ruben Amorim is vindicated in his dropping of Marcus Rashford and Alejandro Garnacho for the Manchester derby. Enzo Maresca keeps insisting Chelsea aren't title contenders, despite cutting Liverpool's lead to 2-points. Brendan Rodgers says there's no talk of a treble yet at Celtic, after they bag the potential first leg of it.

On Friday's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack brings you the team news ahead of another busy weekend of Investec Champions Cup and Challenge Cup action. We speak to Leinster head coach Leo Cullen as he hands a first start to Jordie Barrett for tomorrow's Investec Champions Cup clash with Clermont at the Aviva. Rob Herring and Cormac Izuchukwu look ahead to Ulster's latest daunting task at home to Bordeaux. Cian Prendergast is back in the mix for Connacht's Challenge Cup trip to Perpignan, and we hear from Scott Fardy. Plus, Felix Jones is now a free agent...

John Duggan and Thom Malone team up for this week's edition of The Racing Pod, as Thom brings you this weeks Charity Bet, as well as preview of this Sunday's racing at Navan. Alex Dunn from William Hill joins the lads to offer some of the best odds ahead of the weekend.Bet responsibly | http://GamblingCare.ieTo become a member and access our exclusive content simply click: here:http://offtheball.com/join

Welcome to a Friday edition of Football Daily Extra, where Richie McCormack brings you news and reaction to the Republic of Ireland's draw in the World Cup qualifiers.Aisling O'Reilly speaks to Ireland boss Heimir Hallgrimsson for his thoughts on the group.Pep Guardiola discusses using the January transfer window as a means of arresting Manchester City's slump.Ange Postecoglou has no regrets regarding his Timo Werner comments - we hear from the Spurs manager.Arne Slot provides an update on Federico Chiesa's fitness.And a takeover of Everton nears completion.

Welcome to Friday's OTB Breakfast Bite - your bitesize taster of this morning's full Off The Ball Breakfast. On this morning's show, Ronan O'Gara joined us ahead of La Rochelle's Investec Champions Cup meeting with Bristol tomorrow. Daniel Harris reflects on Manchester United getting out of jail away to Plzen in the Europa League. And as Shamrock Rovers stretch their Conference League run into the new year, former Hoops keeper Barry Murphy joins us. And it's in Tallaght where we take our Breakfast Bite, as Colm, Aisling and Dara look back on a memorable night for Rovers at home to Borac, and then we tap into that chat with Barry as well. Catch Off The Ball Breakfast LIVE weekday mornings from 7:30am or just search for Off The Ball Breakfast and get the podcast on the Off The Ball app. SUBSCRIBE at OffTheBall.com/join

On Friday's Football Daily, Phil Egan brings you reaction to Shamrock Rovers' 3-0 win at home to Borac. We hear from Hoops boss Stephen Bradley on the future of on-loan striker Johnny Kenny, and he looks ahead to their "free hit" at Chelsea. Ange Postecoglou has strong words for Timo Werner following his lacklustre display at Ibrox. And Ruben Amorim revels in his Manchester United players' fighting spirit - even if it's among themselves.

On Thursday's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack brings you the team news for Munster's Investec Champions Cup tie away to Castres.We hear from Mike Prendergast and Calvin Nash regarding tomorrow night's trip to France.Stade Francais' would-be pro wrestling prospects have gotten off lightly following their red cards at Thomond Park last week. French prosecutors have recommended lengthy prison sentences for the Irish ex-Grenoble players accused in a rape trial. And English police have found a body following the disappearance of ex-England full-back Tom Voyce.

On Thursday's Football Daily, Phil Egan wraps up all of last night's Champions League action, which included a deepening of Manchester City's slump. We hear from Pep Guardiola and Mikel Arteta following contrasting nights for the Spanish duo. Stephen Bradley fires a warning to his Shamrock Rovers bosses as they stand on the brink of the Conference League knockout phase. Rocco Vata opens his account at Watford. And a former Ireland U21 international is suddenly a free agent.

Welcome to Thursday's OTB Breakfast Bite - your little FREE sample of this morning's Off The Ball Breakfast. On this morning's show, we tackle Eileen Gleeson's sacking as Republic of Ireland WNT manager with Kathleen McNamee.The BBC's Chris Jones gives us a UK-centric preview of next year's Lions squad. Mayo legend David Brady joins us for a special 'You Had To Be There'. And Keith Treacy looks back on last night's Champions League action, and previews Shamrock Rovers' Conference League tie with Borac. This morning's Breakfast Bite takes some of Keith's view of Manchester City's malaise, something that started the show with Ger, Colm and Dara. Catch The Off The Ball Breakfast show LIVE weekday mornings from 7:30am or just search for Off The Ball Breakfast and get the podcast on the Off The Ball app. SUBSCRIBE at OffTheBall.com/join

Eoin Sheahan was joined by former long distance runner Catherina McKiernan who has won marathons across Europe as well as medalling at World and European Cross County Championships. She dives into whether she has any regrets when reflecting on her illustrious career and what life post-competing has been like.Settle In is brought to you by Guinness 0.0.

On Wednesday's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack brings you news of the new Ireland U20 head coach. We check in with Ulster assistant Dan Soper ahead of what he's called their "must-win" Investec Champions Cup fixture with Bordeaux. Rugby Australia CEO reveals their contingency plans should Joe Schmidt walk away from the Wallabies job next year. And Lawrence Dallaglio pays a touching tribute to his missing former teammate Tom Voyce.

On Wednesday's Football Daily, Richie McCormack brings you all the reaction to last night's Champions League action. There's bad news for Caoimhin Kelleher direct from the horse's mouth that is Arne Slot's, who has also been discussing Darwin Nunez's poor form. We hear from Brendan Rodgers after Celtic's draw in Zagreb. Pep Guardiola reveals how his Manchester City players can rebuild their confidence. And Saudi Arabia is to be waved through as 2034 World Cup hosts today.

Welcome to Wednesday's OTB Breakfast Bite - your amuse bouche for today's Off The Ball Breakfast. On this morning's show, Rafa Honigstein looks at the task ahead of Jurgen Klopp with the Red Bull group, as their sides falter in Europe. We check in with Vikki Wall, as she added an AFLW title with North Melbourne to her All Ireland football title with Meath. And Feargal O'Rourke - author of 'From Rags To Riches: The Irish Men's Team In The Professional Era - joins us in studio. Catch The Off The Ball Breakfast show LIVE weekday mornings from 7:30am or just search for Off The Ball Breakfast and get the podcast on the Off The Ball app. SUBSCRIBE at OffTheBall.com/join

On Tuesday's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack brings you news of Mike Prendergast putting forward his case to be the next Munster head coach. We also hear from Munster wing Calvin Nash on what would make Prendergast an excellent head coach. Ulster's worst fears regarding Ben Moxham have been confirmed. Leinster's full-back options have been depleted still further, and we speak to new signing Jordie Barrett. Shayne Bolton's rotten luck with injuries continues. And the France duo accused of rape in Argentina have seen their charges dropped.

On Tuesday's Football Daily, Phil Egan sets the table for this evening's Champions League action.We hear from Arne Slot on Alisson's return to the Liverpool side in their game away to Girona.Unai Emery on the shifting expectations of Aston Villa's European campaign.Tomas Soucek pays tribute to Michail Antonio as West Ham heap the pressure on Wolves boss Gary O'Neil.Plus, Manchester City's rap sheet has grown as their hearing into alleged financial rule breaches closes.

Welcome to Tuesday's OTB Breakfast Bite - your FREE bitesize taster of this morning's Off The Ball Breakfast. On this morning's show, Graham Hunter previews tonight's Champions League action and gives us the latest from La Liga. Former Scotland scrum-half Greig Laidlaw gives us his view of how Andy Farrell's Lions squad might look. And our own Will O'Callaghan provides his Hurling Power Rankings, something that has become quite contentious within OTB Towers. This morning's Bite looks at the freshening of the Galway hurling panel, and the GAA's current issues with Revenue. Catch The Off The Ball Breakfast show LIVE weekday mornings from 7:30am or just search for Off The Ball Breakfast and get the podcast on the Off The Ball app. SUBSCRIBE at OffTheBall.com/join

On Monday's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack brings you news of two Munster players who have put pen-to-paper on new two-year contracts at the province. The Ulster winger that's the latest to try their hand with the NFL. Jack Conan looks set to stay with Leinster, plus we hear from Leo Cullen following their win away to Bristol in the Investec Champions Cup. And Mohamed Haouas is blowing his second chance at Montpellier.

On Monday's Football Daily, Phil Egan brings you all the details behind Dan Ashworth's sudden departure as Manchester United sporting director after just five months in the job. There's finally news of movement on Liverpool's behalf towards their trio of soon-to-be out-of-contract stars. Ange Postecoglou on the failings of VAR after Tottenham's capitulation at home to Chelsea. Just how close were Bournemouth's owners to taking over at Shamrock Rovers?Drogheda United continue to tie down their FAI Cup-winners to new deals.

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Welcome to Monday's OTB Breakfast Bite - your little taster of all that went on on this morning's Off The Ball Breakfast. This morning, The Athletic's Manchester-based Mark Critchley discussed another rough weekend for both the red and the blue halves of the city. James Tracy looks back on a mixed weekend for the Irish provinces. And Aisling O'Reilly was on the ground for yesterday's Ulster Club Football final. But today's Breakfast Bite takes a look back on the weekend's Investec Champions Cup and Challenge Cup action. In the Performance Rankings, Ger, Will and Dara ponder if Munster have turned a corner, and James Tracy analyses the performance of their pack against Stade.

On a packed Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack brings you news of one (almost) definite Irish departure to France, and one potential other. There's the team news from all four provinces as the Investec Champions Cup and Challenge Cup get underway this weekend. We hear from Leo Cullen on Jordie Barrett's debut, Stuart McCloskey on trying to stop Toulouse, Ian Costello on the brilliant early impression made by Alex Codling, and Caolin Blade ahead of his 200th Connacht appearance. Dragons flanker Shane Lewis-Hughes discusses having his finger amputated in an effort to save his career. And Lyon have replaced Jono Gibbes.

Welcome to Friday's OTB Breakfast Bite - your FREE appetiser for this morning's Off The Ball Breakfast. On this morning's show, Mark Lawrenson and Pat Nevin helped us set the table for tomorrow's Merseyside derby - which is set to be the last to be played at Goodison Park. The Investec Champions Cup gets underway this evening, with Ronan O'Gara's La Rochelle in action - we look ahead to the provinces in action with Alan Quinlan. And a very special anniversary is marked. It's 20 years since Brock - a Jack Russell from Ballyfermot - managed to get involved in an international rules game at Croke Park. But this morning's Bite takes us back to that chat with Lawro & Pat, and their personal memories of Merseyside derbies past + a little from Shane, Arthur and Colm's chat regarding Ange Postecoglou, and how Tottenham tends to turn sane managers mad. Catch The Off The Ball Breakfast show LIVE weekday mornings from 7:30am or just search for Off The Ball Breakfast and get the podcast on the Off The Ball app. SUBSCRIBE at OffTheBall.com/join

John Duggan and Johnny Ward are back for this week's Racing Pod, as John brings you interviews from the 2024 HRI Awards evening this week, including Willie Mullins, Gerry Keane and more! Johnny and Sam Norris also talk through this week's Charity Bet. The Racing Pod with William Hill. 18+ | Bet responsibly | http://GamblingCare.ie

On Friday's Football Daily, Phil Egan brings you that news that a League of Ireland player has received a six-month ban for betting offences. An FAI General Assembly voted in favour of introducing 'summer football' last night, we've the latest on that seismic move. Ange Postecoglou shares the reasons behind his exchanged words with travelling Tottenham fans last night, and tries to explain their inconsistency. Shamrock Rovers look set to lose Johnny Kenny back to Celtic. And Kylian Mbappé has dragged his former club PSG before the French football authorities.

On Thursday's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack brings you the latest from Leinster ahead of their Investec Champions Cup opener away to Bristol - a game you can hear live and exclusively on Sunday's Off The Ball. Dan Sheehan gives us an update on his ACL injury, and when he expects to return. Former Scotland captain Stuart Hogg is sentenced following his domestic abuse court case. Referees have joined the heave against the English RFU's top brass. Lyon have identified one of their former players to return as head coach. And the Springboks first post-apartheid head coach has died.

On Wednesday's Football Daily, Phil Egan brings you up to speed on an event-filled night in the Premier League. We hear from Arne Slot following Kelleher's clanger at St. James's Park, as he hails another stellar Mo Salah performance. Pep Guardiola's injury problems are only worsening, despite the clouds lifting over the Etihad. Enzo Maresca demands more from Noni Madueke. Dundalk are to provide an update on their future. Plus we hear from Nickson Okosun as he swaps Bohemians for Watford.

This is OTB Breakfast Bite - your treat size sample of this morning's Off The Ball Breakfast. On this morning's show, Jonathan Wilson reflects on a busy and event-filled night in the Premier League. We have your tech-centric Christmas gift guide with Jess Kelly. And this morning's You Had To Be There comes from the Off Duty Chef - Mark Moriarty. But this morning's Bite anticipates today's Club World Cup draw - we're all excited, right? Well, maybe not our Arthur...Catch The Off The Ball Breakfast show LIVE weekday mornings from 7:30am or just search for Off The Ball Breakfast and get the podcast on the Off The Ball app.SUBSCRIBE at OffTheBall.com/join