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Welcome to Thursday's Off The Ball Breakfast Bite - your bitesize taster of this morning's full Off The Ball Breakfast.This morning on the show, Republic of Ireland legend Andy Reid discussed the rise of his current employers, Nottingham Forest.The Irish Daily Mail's Rugby Correspondent Rory Keane ran the rule over the Ireland Six Nations squad.And the first 'You Had To Be There' of 2025 comes via Sarah O'Donovan.But this morning's Breakfast Bite looks back on last night's North London derby. First up, Colm, Kathleen and Arthur ponder if Arsenal have the goals in them to sustain a title challenge, and then Tottenham fan John Duggan licks his wounds as he wonders what are Spurs supposed to be.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 Wednesday's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack tells you who's in, and who's out, of Simon Easterby's squad for the upcoming Six Nations. There's a recall after five-and-a-bit years to the France squad for Leinster's Rabah Slimani. We hear from Gregor Townsend who has named two uncapped players in his Scotland squad. Ulster have formalised the return to the province of a former player, as two more of their current squad extend their stays. Plus, we hear from Ulster forwards coach Jimmy Duffy on what needs doing against Exeter.Plus, the 'Hail Mary' call that's brought Michael Hooper out of retirement in Japan.

On Wednesday's Football Daily, Phil Egan brings you up to date on all of the Irish players on the move at the halfway stage of the transfer window. Tom Cannon looks set for a return to the Championship, despite being recalled by Leicester. James Abankwah could be following Festy Ebosele yet again. There's the latest on Evan Ferguson and his need for minutes on the pitch. Nuno Espirito Santo and Arne Slot discuss the merits of Nottingham Forest's title challenge after last night's draw at the City Ground.Pep Guardiola explains the reason for that animated chat with his goalkeeper.

Welcome to Wednesday's OTB Breakfast Bite - your FREE bitesize taster of this morning's full Off The Ball Breakfast.This morning, Gavin Cooney looked back on an important night in the Premier League.With Simon Easterby naming his Ireland Six Nations squad this afternoon, Matchsense's Derek McNamara assessed the runners and riders for inclusion.And Marty Duffy gives the referee's view of the new Gaelic football rules.But this morning's Breakfast Bite takes us back to the morning papers where Ger, Adrian and Arthur discuss Maro Itoje's chances of the Lions captaincy, the unique edge that comes with Wales fixtures, and their early predictions for this season's Six Nations.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 Tuesday's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack brings news of a massive boost for both Leinster and Ireland. And we hear from James Ryan ahead of their meeting with Bath,Ian Costello provides Richie with an update on their head coach's vacancy ahead of their Investec Champions Cup trip to Northampton - a game you can hear live an exclusive on Saturday's Off The Ball. Conor Murray also shares the latest on his future.Neil Doak has named his Ireland squad for the U20 Six Nations.And Steve Borthwick explains his decision to switch up the England captaincy.

On Tuesday's Football Daily, Phil Egan has the latest on Gabriel Jesus' injury at Arsenal, and what it means for their transfer dealings this month. Leicester and Newcastle escape Premier League PSR punishments. Liverpool reportedly reject a Saudi bid for Darwin Nunez, but his long-term replacement may have already been identified. Chelsea and Bayern Munich dance around a high-profile swap deal. Pep Guardiola expresses regret at a lack of summer business as they secure the first of three potential signatures this month. David Moyes wants to have 'elite' Everton players playing at their elite new stadium. And tributes paid to Diane Caldwell as she calls time on her international career.

Mick, Ger & Cian reconvene after NFL Wildcard Weekend to preview the weekend's divisional matchups, as well as looking at the NFL's coaching changes.US Sport on 888 Casino. See gamblingcare.ie

Welcome to Tuesday's Off The Ball Breakfast Bite - your FREE sample of this morning's full Off The Ball Breakfast.On this morning's show, Seamus Hickey joined us to look back on the Limerick captaincy of Declan Hannon.The BBC's Chris Jones assessed the English performances in the Investec Champions Cup, which included that Saracens defeat at Thomond Park.And to preview Liverpool's trip to Nottingham Forest tonight we were joined by The Athletic's James Pearce.And it's there we take our Bite today, with Jonathan providing an insight to Trent Alexander-Arnold's contract situation at Liverpool. And that's after Ger, Arthur and Colm run the rule over Kyle Walker and his standing among the game's greatest right-backs.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 Monday's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack brings you all the reaction to yesterday's pulsating Investec Champions Cup clash of La Rochelle and Leinster. We hear from both head coaches - Leo Cullen and Ronan O'Gara. Richie has the latest on Peter O'Mahony's fitness ahead of Munster's trip to Franklin's Gardens, a game you can hear live and exclusive on Off The Ball. Wales coach Warren Gatland explains his Six Nations squad, which does not include some experienced and notable names. The IRFU have taken another step towards building front row depth across the country. And a former Cheetahs prop is murdered in South Africa.

On Monday's Football Daily, Phil Egan brings you all the fallout from yesterday's eventful FA Cup 3rd round tie at the Emirates. We hear from Mikel Arteta and Jonathan Wilson on Arsenal's lack of firepower. Phil has the latest on Marcus Rashford's potential move away from Manchester United. Pep Guardiola claims a lack of focus has cost Kyle Walker at Manchester City. And Galway United add some southern hemisphere flavour to their attack for 2025.

Welcome to Monday's OTB Breakfast Bite - your bitesize sample of this morning's Off The Ball Breakfast. On this morning's show, Jonathan Wilson rounded up the weekend's FA Cup 3rd round action, including Manchester United's shootout victory away to Arsenal. Tommy Rooney reflected on a huge weekend of GAA Club Championship fixtures. And Alan Quinlan looked back on a largely positive weekend for the Irish provinces in Investec Champions Cup and Challenge Cup action. And that's where we take our Bite this morning - firstly, Leinster's victory away to La Rochelle is discussed as part of the Performance Rankings, and then we get the expert view of Alan Quinlan. 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

2024 Olympic Bronze Medalist, Mona McSharry, joins Kathleen McNamee to chat about her much-needed break from swimming, her new approach to training, and the unknown of a future after being a professional athlete!

European Champion, Amy Broadhurst is in studio with Kathleen McNamee to look ahead to what is looking to be a strong 2025 as she shifts all focus towards LA in 2028! SUBSCRIBE at OffTheBall.com/join

Top female athletes, Meabh De Burca, Alison Miller, and Aisling Maher, join Off The Ball's, Kathleen McNamee, to look forward to all that Women's Football, Rugby, and GAA has to offer in 2025 as well as what more needs to be done to promote female sports even further.

Three-time Irish Paralympic swimmer Nicole Turner joins Kathleen McNamee to reflect on her final Paralympic Games, 2024 as a whole - which saw her claim 4 medals at The European Championships - & what retirement at 22 years of age looks like for her!

On Friday's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack has all of your team news for this weekend's Investec Champions Cup and Challenge Cup action. We hear from Leinster head coach Leo Cullen, who can recall Tadhg Furlong for Sunday's trip to La Rochelle. Ronan O'Gara explains the gap between his instructions and La Rochelle's recent performances.Conor Murray and Iain Henderson both return to bolster the selections of both Munster and Ulster this weekend. And could Michael Milne be swapping Leinster for Munster?

As horse racing returns this weekend, Johnny Ward and John Duggan look ahead to all the action across the weekend, as well as preview some of the horses to look out for at Cheltenham in March.The Racing Pod with William Hill. 18+ | Bet responsibly | http://GamblingCare.ie

On Friday's Football Daily, Phil Egan has news of Jim Crawford's contract status with the FAI. We hear from Seamus Coleman after he stepped into a co-manager's job at short notice for Everton. Darren Ferguson explains his refusal to play his part in a Young family reunion. We speak to Niamh Fahey about her retirement from the Republic of Ireland squad.Sligo Rovers move quickly to replace Ed McGinty, but Frantz Pierrot has left Ireland entirely.

Welcome to Friday's OTB Breakfast Bite - your FREE sample of this morning's Off The Ball Breakfast. On this morning's show, La Rochelle head coach Ronan O'Gara joined us ahead of Sunday's Investec Champions Cup tie with Leinster. Keith Treacy discussed the sacking of his former manager Sean Dyche at Everton. And Jenny Claffey joins us in studio with the Australian Open looming into view, and Novak Djokovic's relationship with Andy Murray still in the early stages. But this morning's Bite takes us to Colm's chat with Vinny Perth and Keith Treacy, as they assess the best move (or none at all?) for Evan Ferguson in this transfer window.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

Nathan Murphy sat down with Tham & Nhat Nguyen to talk about their incredible journey from Vietnam to Ireland to performing on the world's biggest stage. While they once thought they'd never see each other again, they're now supporting each other through this new stage of life. Settle In is brought to you by Guinness 0.0.

On Thursday's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack brings you all the details of Mack Hansen's suspension following his post-match outburst over the Christmas. Two more of his teammates have committed their next two years to Connacht. Oyonnax have sacked Chris Farrell following his conviction as part of the Grenoble rape trial. And La Rochelle will be without Tolu Latu for Sunday's Investec Champions Cup date with Leinster.

On Thursday's Football Daily, Phil Egan brings you the first words from Graham Potter as West Ham manager.The latest on Rodrigo Bentancur after his concerning exit from last night's Carabao Cup semi-final.Shamrock Rovers have swooped for a new goalkeeper.Manchester City could be about to drop €150m in the January sales.And Vitor Pereira makes his first signing as Wolves manager.

Welcome to Thursday's OTB Breakfast Bite - your FREE sample of this morning's full Off The Ball Breakfast. On this morning's show, Graham Hunter fills us in on the latest goings-on in Spanish football. The 42.ie's Gavin Cooney joins us to review last night's Carabao Cup semi-final first leg between Tottenham and Liverpool. And Charlie Morgan of The Telegraph helps set the table for this weekend's Investec Champions Cup action, which includes Munster's Pool 3 contest with Saracens - a game you can hear live and exclusive on Saturday's Off The Ball. But today's Breakfast Bite takes in part of our chat with Gavin, and begins with Arthur once again being unmoved by Ange Postecoglous's partial redemption against Liverpool last night. 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 Wednesday's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack brings you news of two more contract extensions at Connacht.We hear directly from the horse's mouth as Mike Prendergast provides an update on Munster's ten-week (and counting) hunt for a new head coach.La Rochelle could face Leinster without their first-choice hooker on Sunday.The club v country tussle that's delaying Immanuel Feyi-Waboso's potential shoulder surgery.And Italy the latest country to suffer a Six Nations-ending injury to a key player.

On Wednesday's Football Daily, Phil Egan has the latest on the managerial situation at West Ham. Mikel Arteta partially blames the ball for Arsenal's defeat to Newcastle in the Carabao Cup semi-finals. Mason Melia looks set to stick with St. Pat's, for now. Drogheda United distance themselves from unnamed Irish sports star. Bray continue their recruitment drive. Didier Deschamps to call time on his time in charge of France, as one of his former players eyes up a move to the USA. And Patrick Kluivert has returned to management in a surprising place.

Welcome to Wednesday's Off The Ball Breakfast Bite - your FREE sample of this morning's full Off The Ball Breakfast. On this morning's show, Young Hurler of the Year - Adam Hogan - joins us to discuss the start of this year's Fitzgibbon Cup. Tyrone goalkeeper Niall Morgan gives his assessment of the new rules being introduced to Gaelic football. And we also speak to one of the godfather's of the current Portuguese coaching revolution in soccer - Antonio Veloso - who gives his take on Miguel Amorim chances of success at Manchester United. 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 Tuesday's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack brings you the latest on a busy day at Connacht where head coach Pete Wilkins addresses Mack Hansen's looming disciplinary hearing. One of Wilkins' backroom team is out the gap at the end of this season, but two of his players have committed their futures. A pair of Munster Academy products have also signed new deals, and we hear from one of them - Tom Ahern. There's mixed injury news from Ulster, while Tadhg Furlong is nearing a Leinster comeback. France, England and Italy will all be without key players during the Six Nations. And Jeremy Davidson's moved upstairs at Castres ahead of schedule.

On Tuesday's Football Daily, Phil Egan brings you the latest from Robbie Keane following his unveiling as Ferencvaros' new manager.Graham Potter is a man in demand, as Everton weigh up a move for an Aston Villa winger.Heung Min Son has extended his stay at Tottenham.One of the key men in Shelbourne's title winning season has made a permanent move to a League Two club.

Welcome to Tuesday's OTB Breakfast Bite - your bitesize taster of this morning's Off The Ball Breakfast.On this morning's show, we were joined by Sligo football manager Tony McEntee to discuss the new rules in Gaelic football.Biarritz director of rugby James Coughlan also checks in.And we talk to The Independent's chief football writer Daniel Storey regarding the incredible form being shown by his beloved Nottingham Forest.And it's in Nottingham where this morning's Bite alights, as first, Ger, Colm and Arthur wonder if Forest can challenge Liverpool all the way in the Premier League. And then, Daniel tells us how this fine run has come to pass.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§

All-Ireland winner in both Gaelic football and basketball, Kieran Donaghy joined Nathan Murphy on the Monday Newsround to talk around just how devastating the collapse of the roof of the Tralee sports complex will be on the local community.Off The Ball Newsround with UPMC Ireland | #orthopaediccare | #getbackinaction

On Monday's Rugby Daily, Will O'Callaghan brings you news of Tom O'Toole's suspension for his ugly clearout on Munster centre Alex Nankivell.Ronan O'Gara says La Rochelle's Invested Champions Cup date with Leinster will be a wake-up call for his players.Samoa's head coach has been forced to resign following sexual assault allegations involving members of his own family.And Camille Chat's Racing 92 contract has been torn up after he turned up to training drunk.

On Monday's Football Daily, Phil Egan brings you news of Robbie Keane's impending return to management, in yet another far-flung corner of Europe.We've reaction from Jonathan Wilson on yesterday's 2-2 draw between Liverpool and Manchester United at Anfield.Donyell Malen has reportedly agreed personal terms with Aston Villa.Plus, Eddie Howe discusses Newcastle's transfer dealings with a goalkeeper set to depart.

Welcome to Monday's Off The Ball Breakfast Bite - your bitesize taster of this morning's Off The Ball Breakfast. On this morning's show, Jonathan Wilson looked back primarily over yesterday's 2-2 draw at Anfield, and the rest of the weekend's Premier League action. Another weekend of Investec Champions Cup action is on the horizon, so Alan Quinlan joins us in studio. And The Irish Examiner's Maurice Brosnan updates us on the first batch of challenge matches to be played under Gaelic football's new rules. But this morning's Breakfast Bite takes us to the Performance Rankings, where Ger, Colm and Arthur assessed the true state of Manchester United in the wake of their point away to Liverpool. 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

The Racing Pod is back for another week and on today's episode John Duggan and Johnny Ward will look back over all the racing action from Christmas, as well as looking ahead to the action in Cork this Saturday and Sunday's card in Naas. To listen to the full racing pod, sign up on Offtheball.com/join The Racing Pod on Off The Ball with William Hill. See Gamblingcare.ie

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Shane Hannon, Nathan Murphy & Vinny Perth are on hand to bring you all of the latest from the world of sport, for the final time in 2024 - as we build up to Leicester City’s clash with Manchester City!

Cameron Hill joins Johnny Ward to take you through Saturday's biggest news stories.

Johnny Ward is joined by broadcaster Steve Ryder to review and preview all the best Christmas racing.The Racing Pod with William Hill.18+ | Bet responsibly | http://GamblingCare.ie

Off The Ball's Digital Audience Manager Cian Fahey joins Will O'Callaghan and Michael McCarthy to discuss the best performing clips across Off The Ball's social channels for the 2024 calendar year.

This week its's Mick and Cian once again to give us a special Christmas treat, as they look ahead to those all important games on Christmas Day!. US Sport on Off The Ball with 888 Casino. See Gamblingcare.ie 

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.