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S24 Ep 940Rugby Daily | Murphy's Toulouse fear, Crowley talks 10 competition, RFU in revolt over bonuses

On Wednesday's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack brings you the latest from Ulster ahead of their daunting Investec Champions Cup opener away to Toulouse. We hear from head coach Richie Murphy on Ulster's injury crisis in the back-three, and the old boy they've welcomed back to the fold this week. Jack Crowley discusses the competition for the starting out-half berth with Ireland. And the English RFU is in revolt over bonuses paid to their top brass.

Dec 4, 202410 min

S24 Ep 939OTB Breakfast Bite | Ireland's WNT and the lessons not learned

Welcome to this morning's OTB Breakfast Bite - a bitesize taster of this morning's Off The Ball Breakfast. On this morning's show we have reaction to the Republic of Ireland WNT missing out on qualification for next summer's Euros with defeat to Wales at the Aviva. James Treacy joins us to talk rugby. We chat to prospective Kildare GAA vice-chair Colm Nolan. And there's a State of the Tennis Union chat with Luke Jensen. But this morning's Breakfast Bite takes us back to that dissection of Ireland's 2-1 loss to Wales that cost Eileen Gleeson's side a place at the European Championships in Switzerland. Our own Kathleen McNamee was joined by Girls On The Ball's Rachel O'Sullivan to ponder where it went wrong last night. The full chat with Kathleen and Rachel is available as part of the Off The Ball Breakfast podcast. 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

Dec 4, 202411 min

S24 Ep 938Football Daily | Stronger grassroots needed for WNT, Guehi & Morsy armband latest, Pep's crumbling empire

On Wednesday's Football Daily, Phil Egan brings you all the fallout from last night's heartbreaking Euro playoff defeat for the Republic of Ireland WNT. We speak to Kyra Carusa and Megan Connolly, plus Hibs and Ireland midfielder Ciara Grant on the need for stronger grassroots to help build the women's game. Plus, Wales manager Rhian Wilkinson on whether her bench provoked their hosts. Crystal Palace boss Oliver Glasner and his Ipswich counterpart Kieran McKenna on their respective captains' issues with the Rainbow Laces armband.Pep Guardiola is unsure if his Manchester City empire is falling. And there's plenty of transfer news to round up here at home.

Dec 4, 202415 min

S24 Ep 935Rugby Daily | New Munster performance coach, Furlong hamstring confusion, Connacht MacHale Park latest

On Tuesday's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack brings you news of a Super Rugby-winning coaching appointment at Munster.We hear from Jordan Larmour and Robin McBryde on Leinster's Investec Champions Cup pool opener away to Bristol, and the latest on the confusing timeline around Tadhg Furlong's hamstring injury, and hopes for a Jordie Barrett debut.Pete Wilkins discusses Connacht's potential outing in Mayo in the spring.Plus, there's bad news for La Rochelle head coach Ronan O'Gara.

Dec 3, 20249 min

S24 Ep 933Football Daily | Gleeson's penalty science, Palmer Pat's a no-brainer, another winter World Cup ahoy

On Tuesday's Football Daily, Phil Egan sets the scene for tonight's Women's Euro playoff second leg at the Aviva, where the Republic of Ireland take on Wales. With the sides deadlocked after Friday's first leg, Eileen Gleeson's been discussing penalties, while Katie McCabe's stressed the importance of harnessing nerves. Romal Palmer has described re-signing for St. Pat's as a no-brainer. Ipswich leap to the defence of their captain Sam Morsy, while West Ham are eyeing up a potential replacement for Julen Lopetegui. And nine years from now we'll be preparing for another winter World Cup.

Dec 3, 20249 min

S24 Ep 934Mr. Unlimited, Awful Lawrence Hit, & Bengals to Tank? | The NFL Pod

Ger Gilroy is joined by Mick McCarthy and Cian Fahey to break down the weekend's helping of NFL action, all brought to you by 888Sports.

Dec 3, 202449 min

S24 Ep 932OTB Breakfast Bite | Respecting the kicker - a load of nonsense?

Welcome to this morning's OTB Breakfast Bite, your FREE sample of this morning's full Off The Ball Breakfast. On this morning's show, the Gaelic football power rankings return - this time in the hands of Tommy Rooney. The Wayne Rooney Experiment at Plymouth seems to be failing - Chris Errington will tell us why. And the latest on Munster's search for a new head coach with the Irish Daily Mail's Rory Keane. This morning's Breakfast Bite focuses on rugby, and the tradition of respecting the kicker - Ger, Colm and Arthur ponder if that tradition is in fact a nonsense. 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

Dec 3, 202411 min

S24 Ep 929Rugby Daily | Nankivell's new deal, Ireland trio attracting French interest, latest on trial involving Chris Farrell

On Monday's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack brings you the latest from Munster where centre Alex Nankivell is the latest to commit their next two years to the province. There's interest from France in not one, not two, but three Ireland internationals. We hear for the first time from new Leinster signing Jordie Barrett. Plus, a rape trial is underway in Bordeaux where ex-Ireland centre Chris Farrell, and former Connacht prop Denis Coulson are among the accused.

Dec 2, 20248 min

S24 Ep 927Football Daily | Salah to PSG? Amorim wants more from Rashford, Bove health update

On Monday's Football Daily, Phil Egan reveals the latest interested party in Liverpool's Mo Salah. We hear from Virgil van Dijk on Caoimhin Kelleher's latest clean sheet against Manchester City, and Pep Guardiola on the reasons for his six-digit salute at Anfield. Enzo Maresca rules Chelsea out of a title challenge. Ange Postecoglou doesn't have the violins out after Tottenham drop two more points at home. Ruben Amorim still demands more from Marcus Rashford, and Sean Dyche on whether a rethink is required at Everton. We hear from Eileen Gleeson ahead of tomorrow's Women's Euro playoff second leg with Wales. And the latest on the health of Fiorentina's Eduoardo Bove following his collapse.

Dec 2, 202412 min

S24 Ep 926OTB Breakfast Bite | Brian Barry Murphy on City's impossible task at Anfield

Welcome to Monday's OTB Breakfast Bite - your taster of this morning's full Off The Ball Breakfast. On this morning's show, former Manchester City academy coach Brian Barry-Murphy broke down City's 2-0 defeat to Liverpool at Anfield. Alan Quinlan wrapped up Ireland's autumn. And Tommy Rooney on a busy weekend of club action. But this morning's Bite takes us back to Brian Barry-Murphy, discussing how Pep got it wrong yesterday at Anfield.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

Dec 2, 202410 min

S24 Ep 924Rugby Daily | Doris' tribute to Healy, Munster debut, RDS latest

On Friday's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack brings you the latest ahead of Ireland's test with the Wallabies. Captain Caelan Doris pays tribute to record-breaking Cian Healy, and calls on the players to make for a smooth transition as Andy Farrell steps away from Ireland duty. There's a debut in the Munster front row for tomorrow's URC visit of the Emirates Lions to Thomond Park. And Connacht's injury problems are starting to ease as the Vodacom Bulls come to Galway. Plus, there's a big update on the redevelopment of the RDS.

Nov 29, 202416 min

S24 Ep 921OTB Breakfast Bite | ROG & Campo's memories of Ireland v Australia

Welcome to Friday's OTB Breakfast Bite, your bitesize version of this morning's Off The Ball Breakfast. On the show this morning, Olympic rowing bronze medalist Daire Lynch joins Shane, Colm and Arthur in studio. We're also joined from Cardiff by Kathleen McNamee ahead of the Republic of Ireland WNT's first leg Euro playoff with Wales. And ahead of tomorrow's clash at the Aviva, we're joined by Ronan O'Gara and Wallabies legend David Campese. And it's there we take our Breakfast Bite, as both men share their personal memories of Ireland-Australia games. 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

Nov 29, 202411 min

S24 Ep 922"One of My Favourite Races" | The Racing Pod Free Version | Off The Ball

John Duggan and Johnny Ward were joined by Sam Norris from William Hill this week, to give you their tips ahead of a big weekend of racing!The Racing Pod on Off The Ball with William Hill

Nov 29, 202421 min

S24 Ep 920Football Daily | Rovers' Viennese waltz, Gleeson demands discipline, United making Amorim anxious

On Friday's Football Daily, Phil Egan brings you reaction to Shamrock Rovers' invaluable point in the Conference League, as we hear from Stephen Bradley. Ruben Amorim admits his Manchester United players are giving him anxiety. Eileen Gleeson and Denise O'Sullivan speak ahead of tonight's vital Euro playoff for Ireland's WNT in Cardiff. And we hear from new Coventry manager Frank Lampard.

Nov 29, 202411 min

S24 Ep 919Rugby Daily | Farrell talks Prendergast pick, IRFU posts 'significant' loss, Kitshoff speaks following neck fusion

On Thursday's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack has the team news for Ireland's final test of the autumn with the Wallabies. We hear from head coach Andy Farrell on his reasons for selecting Sam Prendergast to start on Saturday, as well as his message to the young fly-half. There's details on the IRFU's significant financial loss in their latest accounts. Leinster are still able to recall a host of internationals for tomorrow's URC interpro with Ulster. Steven Kitshoff provides an update on his health following neck surgery. And two major names are leaving Ronan O'Gara's La Rochelle in the summer.

Nov 28, 202414 min

S24 Ep 918Football Daily | Slot praise for Irish stars, Leicester get Ruud, Rovers' Vienna test

On Thursday's Football Daily, Phil Egan rounds up all of the Champions League action with Liverpool putting Real Madrid to the sword at Anfield, and Unai Emery's discontent at Aston Villa being denied a famous win at home to Juventus.Stephen Bradley looks ahead to Shamrock Rovers' latest Conference League outing. Leicester bag Ruud van Nistelrooy as their new manager. And a Drogheda stalwart bids farewell to the Cup winners.

Nov 28, 202410 min

S24 Ep 917OTB Breakfast Bite | Roddy Collins preparing for his son's latest fight

Welcome to Thursday's OTB Breakfast Bite - a little taster of this morning's full three-course meal that was Off The Ball Breakfast. On this morning's show, former Wallabies back - and now lawyer - Pat McCabe looks ahead to Saturday's Test with Ireland. Former Ajax and Ipswich midfielder Martijn Reuser assesses Ruud van Nistelrooy's appointment as Leicester manager, and the job Arne Slot's currently doing at Liverpool. A very special edition of You Had To Be There comes from Today FM's Dave Moore. And this morning's Breakfast Bite sees Ger and Colm check in with the one and only Roddy Collins as he gears himself up for his son Podge's second professional outing as a boxer this Friday night. 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

Nov 28, 202413 min

S24 Ep 911Rugby Daily | McNulty retires, Ryan hails Schmidt, Murphy explains Augustus signing

On Wednesday's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack brings you news of the retirement of Ireland Men's Sevens captain, Harry McNulty. We hear from James Ryan on the influence of Joe Schmidt on his career, and Irish rugby as a whole. Richie Murphy explains the signing of Juarno Augustus, and provides an update on Jacob Stockdale's hamstring injury. New Zealand let slip details of a Chicago rematch with Ireland. And Joe Marler is done with rugby.

Nov 27, 202410 min

S24 Ep 912How the Conor McGregor verdict should influence young men's behaviours | WOMEN'S AID CEO SARAH BENSON

CEO of Women's Aid Sarah Benson joined Eoin Sheahan to reflect on the verdict in the civil case between Nikita Hand and Conor McGregor, in which a jury at the High Court found Mr McGregor assaulted Ms Hand in a hotel in Dublin in December 2018 and awarded her almost €250,000 in damages. If you or anyone you know have been affected by the content of this discussion, you can contact @Womens_Aid or the @DublinRCC's 24-hour helpline on 1800 77 8888, Or visit: http://drcc.ie

Nov 27, 202427 min

S24 Ep 910Football Daily | City collapse, Default is Ireland's sweetest word, Bohs add experience

On Wednesday's Football Daily, Phil Egan rounds up the Champions League latest, and we hear from Pep Guardiola on Manchester City's collapse at home to Feyenoord. There's an explainer on how the Republic of Ireland are practically assured of a place at Euro 2028, and we speak to FAI CEO David Courell. Bohemians have added some title-winning experience to their squad. And a former Ireland striker is to cut his managerial teeth in the First Division.

Nov 27, 202414 min

S24 Ep 908OTB Breakfast Bite | Where's Evan Ferguson off to in January

Welcome to Wednesday's OTB Breakfast Bite - just a small taster of this morning's busy Off The Ball Breakfast. On this morning's show, Ger, Colm and Arthur were joined by legendary Wallabies scrum-half George Gregan to look ahead to Saturday's Test at the Aviva Stadium. Kildare midfielder Kevin Feely on the current glut of players stepping back from Gaelic football.Plus Stephen O'Meara on the proposed rule changes in Gaelic football. But this morning's Bite takes you to the start of the show, when the lads were struck by the news that Brighton are open to loan offers for Evan Ferguson in January. They ponder where would be the ideal landing spot for the Republic of Ireland striker, and if North London might be the place for him. 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

Nov 27, 202414 min

S24 Ep 906Rugby Daily | New Munster coach imminent, Ulster's Augustus coup, O'Connell under Schmidt influence

On Tuesday's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack takes you inside the Ireland camp as they prepare for Joe Schmidt's Wallabies. James Ryan marks Ireland's November so far, and Paul O'Connell discusses the influence of Joe Schmidt on his own coaching methods. The appointment of a new head coach at Munster now appears to be imminent, with one contender definitively out of the running. Plus, Ulster swoop to snatch Augustus away from Northampton.

Nov 26, 20249 min

S24 Ep 904Katie Taylor's Trainer: 'Put some respect on her name' | Ross Enamait

Katie Taylor's trainer Ross Enamait joined Eoin Sheahan to discuss what's next for the brilliant Bray boxer, THAT classic with Amanda Serrano and will there ever be a Croke Park fight night?

Nov 26, 202427 min

S24 Ep 905Football Daily | Agg on Saudi protest, Shels snap up Dundalk winger, Howe tackles Newcastle's goal drought

On Tuesday's Football Daily, Phil Egan checks in with the Republic of Ireland camp ahead of their Women's Euro playoff with Wales. Lily Agg discusses her protest letter to FIFA over Saudi sponsorship deals, and what the squad have learned from February's friendly defeat to Wales. Shelbourne have raided Dundalk for a highly-regarded winger, as a Pat's defender fends off interest from Bohemians to commit to the Richmond Park club. Eddie Howe on Newcastle's poor record post-international breaks, and their lack of goals. Mikel Arteta on Arsenal's plan for Viktor Gyorkeres. And Guardiola's hope of an upturn in City's fortunes.

Nov 26, 202414 min

S24 Ep 903OTB Breakfast Bite | Mayo, and the credit they deserve

Welcome to Tuesday's OTB Breakfast Bite - just a wee taster of this morning's Off The Ball Breakfast. On this morning's show, former Leinster and Ireland hooker James Tracy examines the emergence of Gus McCarthy. Spirit of Shankly & The Late Challenge's Gareth Roberts on Premier League fans coming together to combat rising ticket prices, and his view on the Mo Salah contract saga. Plus, Daily Mail North-East Football Correspondent Craig Hope on a mis-firing Newcastle. But as Ger, Arthur and Colm perused the morning papers they touched on the mini exodus from the Mayo panel as both Padraig O'Hora and Cillian O'Connor step back. Particularly, does that Mayo team that pushed Dublin to their limits actually get the credit it deserves?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

Nov 26, 20249 min

S24 Ep 900Rugby Daily | Munster's new forwards coach, Leinster's Barrett update, Kitshoff career in balance

On Monday's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack brings you the latest from Munster as they raid the Ireland Women's staff to temporarily fill the vacancy of forwards coach. We hear from Leinster head coach Leo Cullen ahead of their interpro with Ulster, and he provides an update on the fitness of the incoming Jordie Barrett. Will Connors on his rugby-related PHD. The career of former Ulster prop Steven Kitshoff sadly hangs in the balance. Joe Schmidt looks ahead to being 'love-bombed' this weekend at the Aviva. And Antoine Dupont goes full 'Golden Cleric' as World Rugby reveal their award winners.

Nov 25, 202415 min

S24 Ep 898Football Daily | Salah contract latest, United players think too much, Potter for Leicester?

On Monday's Football Daily, Phil Egan brings you the latest on Mo Salah's future at Liverpool. Arne Slot calls for cool heads as Liverpool move 8-points clear at the top of the Premier League. Ruben Amorim believes his Manchester United players are thinking too much. And the latest on the mess at Leicester, amid Steve Cooper's sacking, player arguments, and the contenders to fill the King Power throne.

Nov 25, 202416 min

S24 Ep 899MVP Barkley, Danny Dimes Leaves the Giants, Caleb Comes Good | THE NFL POD

Ger Gilroy is joined by Cian Fahey to discuss another week of action from the NFL. The Cowboys served up one of the games of the season against the Commanders, while a QB change in New York didn't mean a change in fortune for the Giants.US Sports on Off The Ball with 888Casino.

Nov 25, 202434 min

S24 Ep 897OTB Breakfast Bite | Sam Prendergast, and the road still to be travelled

Welcome to OTB Breakfast Bite - your bitesize taster of this morning's Off The Ball Breakfast.On this morning's show, Jonathan Wilson reflects on the dawn of Ruben Amorim at Manchester United, and their draw at Ipswich. Plus, Matt Williams and Alan Quinlan talk rugby, as attention for Ireland turns to Joe Schmidt's Wallabies. This morning's Bite takes you to the Performance Rankings, and Sam Prendergast's display against Fiji on Saturday. Ger, Colm and Arthur discuss Ireland's new-found depth at out-half, and the road still to be travelled by Prendergast. 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

Nov 25, 202411 min

S24 Ep 895Rugby Daily | Doris talks up Fiji needle, Farrell clarifies Sexton role, Aki addresses Toulon rumours

On Friday's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack helps set the table for the penultimate test of Ireland's autumn.We hear from captain Caelan Doris on the unexpected needle that Frank Lomani's comments have added to tomorrow's fixture with Fiji. Andy Farrell offers some clarity regarding Jonathan Sexton's role with the coaching staff, and whether he's a bad influence on their out-halves. Bundee Aki addresses those rumours of a move to France.Plus Warren Gatland receives backing from no less a source than Springboks captain Siya Kolisi.

Nov 22, 202410 min

S24 Ep 894Football Daily EXTRA | Hallgrimsson on Nations League playoff, Amorim needs 2 years, Pep blasts international coaches

On a packed Football Daily Extra, Richie McCormack brings you reaction of Republic of Ireland manager Heimir Hallgrimsson after they were drawn to play Bulgaria in the Nations League playoffs.We hear from new Manchester United manager Ruben Amorim on how much time he'll need to turn things around at the club, and why his 3-4-3 system is the way to get there.Pep Guardiola once again vows to stay on as Manchester City manager, even if they are relegated. Plus, he chides international managers after he loses Matteo Kovacic for a month.Ange Postecoglou gives his reasons for appealing Rodrigo Bentancur's 7-match ban, despite using a racial slur against Heung Min Son.Arne Slot on Liverpool's goalkeeping situation.Plus, there's a new sheriff in town at Inter Miami.

Nov 22, 202415 min

S24 Ep 893THE RACING POD: Jane Mangan talks Constitution Hill and State Man | Johnny Ward's charity bet

Former jockey and current racing pundit Jane Mangan joined John Duggan and Johnny Ward on the Racing Pod this week, and poses some great questions for the lads! William Hill's Sam Norris joins in the members section to give you the odds ahead of the weekend's action, including Johnny's Charity Bet! The Racing Pod with William Hill 18+| Bet responsibly | http://GamblingCare.ie

Nov 22, 202425 min

S24 Ep 891Football Daily | City suffer PL defeat, Pep on new deal, Gleeson explains Noonan absence

On Friday's Football Daily, Phil Egan brings you the latest big news from Manchester City - their sponsorship defeat to the Premier League, and we hear from Pep Guardiola on his decision to sign a new contract. Eileen Gleeson says her Republic of Ireland players will be practicing penalties ahead of their playoff with Wales, and the manager explains the absence of in-form Celtic star Saoirse Noonan. Shelbourne continue to tie down their league winners to new contracts. And Paris Saint-Germain's owner says leaving the Parc des Princes is a matter of life and death for the French giants.

Nov 22, 202410 min

S24 Ep 890OTB Breakfast Bite | ROG, Keith Treacy & Gladiator II

Welcome to Friday's Breakfast Bite - your FREE treat-sized sample of this morning's Off The Ball Breakfast. This morning on the show, we look ahead to Ireland v Fiji with Ronan O'Gara and Alan Quinlan. We're joined by just the third ever Irish winner of the William Hill Sports Book of the Year award, Conor Niland for his excellent book 'The Racket'. Keith Treacy previews the start of the Ruben Amorim regime at Manchester United. 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/joinAnd this morning's Breakfast Bite has three separate nibbles - with Ronan O'Gara seeking greater consistency at La Rochelle, Keith Treacy ruminating on Ireland's avoidable second half against England, and everyone's favourite ex-Kildare minor star Paul Mescal in Gladiator II.

Nov 22, 202412 min

S24 Ep 888Rugby Daily | Farrell explains Fiji selection, Leinster's Barrett blow, RFU's financial hole

On Thursday's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack brings you the Ireland team news for Saturday's test with Fiji - the debutants, the recalls, the first home starts, and the surfeit of tightheads. Andy Farrell gives his expectations of Sam Prendergast and Ciaran Frawley this week. Jamie Osborne discusses switching between centre and full-back. Jordie Barrett looks set to miss his start date at Leinster, as tributes paid to departing All Blacks Sam Cane and TJ Perenara. Plus, England's RFU's record deficit.

Nov 21, 202412 min

S24 Ep 887Football Daily | Ireland WNT playoff squad revealed, Liverpool accelerate Cherki interest

On Thursday's Football Daily, Phil Egan brings you details of who's in and who's out of the Republic of Ireland WNT squad for their make-or-break Euro playoff with Wales.There's details on Pep Guardiola's new Manchester City contract. Reaction to last night's Women's Champions League action. Liverpool step up their interest in Lyon star Rayan Cherki. And Juan Mata is to make MLS history.

Nov 21, 202411 min

S24 Ep 886OTB Breakfast Bite | Would names on jerseys help grow hurling?

Welcome to Thursday's OTB Breakfast Bite - your amuse-bouche for the Off The Ball Breakfast main course.On this morning's show, a very special edition of You Had To Be There with Tommy Martin. The end of an era for Dublin football is tackled by Roy Curtis.And making illegal hand-passing in hurling an election issue with former Tipperary hurler Conor O'Donovan.And this morning's Breakfast Bite zooms in on hurling, and the task of growing the game. As they ponder its effect in rugby, Ger, Arthur and Colm discuss whether names on jerseys in hurling could help the sport expand. 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

Nov 21, 202411 min

S24 Ep 882EDDIE HEARN: Katie Taylor wants to fight in Croke Park before she retires! | Taylor is bigger than Serrano

Boxing promoter Eddie Hearn joined Eoin Sheahan to react to Friday's massive bout between Katie Taylor and Amanda Serrano, and respond to Serrano's manager Nakisa Bidarian, who was on Off The Ball on Tuesday.Hearn re-affirmed Taylor's desire to fight at Croke Park before she retires, and responded to Bidarian's claim that Serrano is the bigger draw of the two world class boxers, in spite of the fact that she has lost to Taylor both times they have fought one another.

Nov 20, 202424 min

S24 Ep 881Rugby Daily | Cullen's new deal, RDS latest, Henderson loses central contract

On Wednesday's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack brings you the latest from Leinster, where Leo Cullen has - as expected - signed a new two-year deal with the province. Richie speaks to Leinster CEO Shane Nolan, who also provides an update on the redevelopment status of the RDS. It's been a big day of contract news at Ulster. Warren Gatland addresses his future as Wales boss ahead of their test with the Springboks. And Sergio Parisse makes more history for Italy.

Nov 20, 20248 min

S24 Ep 880Football Daily | Pep's extension, Bellamy's Welsh pride, McClean provisions

On Wednesday's Football Daily, Phil Egan brings you the details of Pep Guardiola's contract extension at Manchester City, and we hear from the man who broke the story - Sam Lee. The EFL are to make special provisions for James McClean due to the torrent of abuse thrown his way by opposition supporters. Craig Bellamy beams with pride as Wales are promoted to League A of the Nations League.And we hear from Celtic boss Elena Sadiku ahead of their Women's Champions League test away to Chelsea.

Nov 20, 202413 min

S24 Ep 879OTB Breakfast Bite | How to banish illegal hand passes from hurling

Welcome to this morning's OTB Breakfast Bite - a bitesize taster from this morning's Off The Ball Breakfast.On this morning's show, Mayo legend Lee Keegan reflects on the retirement of Dublin midfielder Brian Fenton. We speak to former Springbok Jean de Villiers. United We Stand's Andy Mitten talks the arrival of Ruben Amorim at Old Trafford, and the enduring obsession with the club around the world. Plus, Vinny Perth on Irish football's 2024. This morning's Breakfast Bite sees Ger, Colm and Arthur looking at the morning papers, including a campaign to stamp out illegal hand passes from hurling, and Pep Guardiola's contract extension at Manchester City. 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

Nov 20, 202410 min

S24 Ep 877AMANDA SERRANO'S MANAGER NAKISA BIDARIAN: 'Tyson-Paul inspired future boxers' | Taylor-Serrano 3 could happen in Croke Park

Amanda Serrano's manager Nakisa Bidarian joined Eoin Sheahan to reflect on Friday night's massive clash between Katie Taylor and Serrano, and the future for the two boxers that are the face of women's boxing at the moment. He also spoke about the draw that was Jake Paul v Mike Tyson.

Nov 19, 202429 min

S24 Ep 875Rugby Daily | Ireland tighthead options boosted, Kleyn given Boks start, Dupont nomination 'disrespectful'

On Tuesday's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack brings you the latest from the Ireland camp ahead of Saturday's test with Fiji. Scrum coach John Fogarty addresses Ireland's discipline, the threat posed by Fiji, and speaks in glowing terms about history-maker Cian Healy. Jean Kleyn's been handed a start for the Springboks against Wales, as Rassie Erasmus goes with the brothers Hendrikse. Steve Borthwick's been forced into some alterations to his England squad. There's been a change in itinerary for the Lions tour of Australia. And Antoine Dupont's nomination as World Rugby Men's Sevens Player of the Year has been described as "disrespectful".

Nov 19, 202410 min

S24 Ep 874Conor Niland - William Hill Sports Book of the Year winner

Congratulations are in order for Conor Niland and Gavin Cooney, who today won the William Hill Sports Book of the Year award for their superb book 'The Racket'.This is just the third time Irish authors have won the prestigious award. Upon the book's release back in June, Conor dropped by the Off The Ball Breakfast studio to talk about his life on the road as a professional tennis player, his close-up encounters with some future greats, and his moments on the big stages of SW19 and Flushing Meadows during the summer of 2011. And as part of a FREE super bonus pod celebrating Conor's win, we've added his July discussion with Jenny Claffey, also from Off The Ball Breakfast.

Nov 19, 202458 min

S24 Ep 873'You're always looking for what comes next' | Inside elite athletes' minds | INNER DRIVE

In this special episode of Inner Drive, Off The Ball give the floor to five of Ireland's best athletes (fresh from Paris 2024) in Philip Doyle, Orla Comerford, Thomas Barr, Colin Judge and Stacey Flood.No interviewer, no restrictions, just athletes talking to each other about experiences only they can truly understand. Inner Drive, with Allianz, proud sponsors of Paralympics Ireland and Team Ireland.#StopTheDrop

Nov 19, 202447 min

S24 Ep 872Football Daily | Keane defends Maccabi stint, Chelsea interest in Kelleher, Derry snap up Larne boss

On Tuesday's Football Daily, Phil Egan brings you news of good nights in the Nations League for both Northern Ireland and Scotland with Liverpool full-backs to the fore.Derry City have moved quickly to replace manager Ruaidhri Higgins.Robbie Keane has once again been defending his decision to manage in Israel.And could Chelsea sign away Liverpool goalkeeper Caoimhin Kelleher?

Nov 19, 202410 min

S24 Ep 871OTB Breakfast Bite | Dubs exodus continues, Zach Tuohy's Portlaoise upbringing

Welcome to Tuesday's OTB Breakfast Bite - your bitesize sample of this morning's Off The Ball Breakfast. On this morning's show, James Tracy and Matt Dawson join us for some rugby chat. One of the country's best ever exports to the AFL, Zach Tuohy is with us in studio to discuss his new book 'The Irish Experiment' And our GAA correspondent Tommy Rooney looks back on the dazzling career of Dublin midfielder Brian Fenton, who is the latest player to retire from inter-county football. And it's there we begin our Breakfast Bite, as the Dubs exodus continues... 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

Nov 19, 202410 min

S24 Ep 869Rugby Daily | Gatland future uncertain, Crowley accused of cheating, Tigers chase Byrne

On Monday's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack brings you the latest on Warren Gatland's future as head coach, which hangs in the balance following their defeat to the Wallabies. Leicester have joined the list of clubs hunting Leinster out-half Ross Byrne. Jack Crowley has been accused of cheating against Argentina by a former All Black. Ulster tie a versatile back down with a new two-year deal. And Irish nominees galore, as World Rugby reveals its shortlists for their annual awards in Monaco.

Nov 18, 202411 min

S24 Ep 868THE NFL POD | Chiefs First Loss, Crazy Chargers-Bengals Game, & Richardson's Return

Cian Fahey joins Ger Gilroy in the studio to discuss an NFL weekend where Patrick Mahomes and the Kansas City Chiefs took their first loss of the NFL season to the Buffalo Bills. US Sport on OTB with 888 Casino.

Nov 18, 202431 min

S24 Ep 867Football Daily | Ireland's Wembley horror show, Carsley's debrief, Neymar future

On Monday's Football Daily, Phil Egan brings you the day's football news, which is dominated by the Republic of Ireland's second half collapse at Wembley.Heimir Hallgrimsson attempts to rationalise the capitulation, and we also catch up with debutant Mark McGuinness.Lee Carsley discusses what he's learned during his time in charge of England.We round up the rest of last night's Nations League affairs.Plus, the latest on Neymar's future in Saudi Arabia

Nov 18, 202416 min