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The BBC fan writer Ian Westbrook joins Eoin Sheahan to discuss the Irish links at Brentford this season, most notably former Off The Ball presenter Keith Andrews taking over as manager of the club!Listen to Brentford against Nottingham Forest this Sunday from 2pm live on Off The Ball on Newstalk!Football on Off The Ball with William Hill.

Welcome to the first of this season's Off The Ball Big Match previews. Every week, Stephen Doyle will mark your card for OTB's Premier League commentaries of the week. This Sunday, we start 4 more years of live Premier League action on Off The Ball with the meeting of Nottingham Forest and Keith Andrews' Brentford™️. Stephen and Brian Kerr will be on the mic for that one. Then, it's off to Old Trafford, where Nathan Murphy and Keith Treacy call Manchester United's clash with Arsenal. Stephen has all the info you need for both of Sunday's Big Matches.

To celebrate John Giles' retirement week this week, Off The Ball have been trawling through the archives to celebrate the very best of Giles' contributions from over 23 years of broadcasting with Newstalk.Over the course of this week, we will release some of that timeless content, regaling some of the best Giles' stories from over the years.From selecting best elevens, to in-depth conversations on the state of the game itself, to paying tribute to the game's greats, Giles has seen pretty much everything there is to see over 70 years of playing, coaching and punditry. In the ninth episode this week, we take you to some of the golden nuggets of Giles' analysis on Thursday nights on Off The Ball.Here Giles talks of Glen Whelan, Luka Modric and Troy Deeney.Become a member at offtheball.com/join

On Friday's Football Daily, Richie McCormack brings you reaction to a fine night for Irish sides in Europe, and how it effects their standing on TV. We hear from Rory Gaffney and Stephen Bradley after Shamrock Rovers' thrashing of Ballkani, with the latter not keen on talking about Jack Byrne, John Russell, John Coleman, Ger Nash and Greg Cunningham help us preview tonight's FAI Cup action. Nottingham Forest are splashing the cash ahead of the opening of the Premier League season. Eddie Howe addresses Alexander Isak's current standing at Newcastle. And Fabien Hurzeler is suddenly very confident about Manchester United target Carlos Baleba.

The 2025/26 Premier League season is almost upon us, as league champions Liverpool host Bournemouth tonight at 8pm!In celebration of the new #PL season, Off the Ball in association with William Hill bring you a brand new series, 'Final One Standing.'The Final One Standing league kicks off tonight - link for sign up is here, just need to click find league and use the code OFFTHEBALL - https://sports.williamhill.com/betting/en-gb#final-one-standing-OFFTHEBALLTo become a member and access our exclusive content simply click: here:http://offtheball.com/join

Barry Murphy joins Shane and Colm in studio this morning to talk about how the League of Ireland teams got on in Europe last night. It was a better day for Shamrock Rovers than it was for St Pat's, who drop out of Europe altogether.Off The Ball Breakfast from 7:30am with UPMC Ireland | #GetBackInAction

Happy Friday, folks! It's time for our Premier League predictions ahead of the new season beginning today. Join Shane Hannon, Colm Boohig, Arthur O'Dea and Keith Treacy as they rank some away kits, predict the PL winners, top 4, relegated trio, flop of the season, first manager to be sacked, and much more!Off The Ball Breakfast from 7:30am with UPMC Ireland | #GetBackInAction

John Brewin joins us this lovely Friday morning to talk all things Premier League, including which signings will hit the ground running, Newcastle's dire transfer window, our trophy obsessions, and early predictions for who will win the league.Off The Ball Breakfast from 7:30am with UPMC Ireland | #GetBackInAction

Stephen Bradley and Rory Gaffney speak to Jonathan Higgins following Shamrock Rovers 4-1 aggregate victory over Ballkani in the Uefa Conference League 3rd round. They will face Santa Clara from the Azores, Portugal in the Play Offs. LOI on Off The Ball is brought to you by Rockshore 0.0.

To celebrate John Giles' retirement week this week, Off The Ball have been trawling through the archives to celebrate the very best of Giles' contributions from over 23 years of broadcasting with Newstalk.Over the course of this week, we will release some of that timeless content, regaling some of the best Giles' stories from over the years.From selecting best elevens, to in-depth conversations on the state of the game itself, to paying tribute to the game's greats, Giles has seen pretty much everything there is to see over 65 years of playing, coaching and punditry. In the eighth episode this week, Giles reflects on the life lived by Jack Charlton shortly after his death in July 2020.Become a member at offtheball.com/join

Stevo is joined by Vinny Perth and Johnny Dunleavy for this week's League of Ireland Pod to discuss Sligo's red cards, Shelbourne's European loss at Tolka Park, Rovers' game this evening, and the upcoming FAI fixtures. The League of Ireland Pod on Off The Ball with Rockshore 0.0

To celebrate John Giles' retirement week this week, Off The Ball have been trawling through the archives to celebrate the very best of Giles' contributions from over 23 years of broadcasting with Newstalk.Over the course of this week, we will release some of that timeless content, regaling some of the best Giles' stories from over the years.From selecting best elevens, to in-depth conversations on the state of the game itself, to paying tribute to the game's greats, Giles has seen pretty much everything there is to see over 70 years of playing, coaching and punditry. In the seventh episode this week, we get Giles' thoughts on the greatest players he has ever played against.Become a member at offtheball.com/join

Make the most of your OTB subscription!Join our Insider mailing list for exclusive subscriber-only newsletters, behind-the-scenes access, and first dibs on live show tickets and members-only events.Colm Boohig and Eoin Sheahan have all the details. It takes 30 seconds. Sign up now at offtheball.com/insider

On Thursday's Football Daily, David Wilson brings you all the build-up ahead of from a huge European night at Tallaght Stadium for Shamrock Rovers.Stephen Bradley won't be going all out early on.Stephen Kenny is keen to up the intensity from last week.Three Israeli teams continue to play in UEFA competition despite the ongoing situation in Gaza and the West Bank.Liverpool's Arne Slot on new signings.And Steve McManaman on how Trent will be remembered by 'pool supporters.Become a member and subscribe at offtheball.com/join

Colm Boohig brings you a very, very special edition of You Had To Be There - Brian Kerr, in front of a live audience, at All Together Now! Off The Ball Breakfast w/ UPMC Ireland | #GetBackInAction 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/joinOff The Ball Breakfast is live weekday mornings from 7:30am across Off The Ball

Ger Gilroy and Colm Boohig were joined by Arsenal podcaster Andrew Mangan (Arseblog) on Thursday's Off The Ball Breakfast. With a #9 secured in Viktor Gyökeres, Martín Zubimendi coming into midfield and possibly more signings to follow, is this finally the season where Mikel Arteta's Arsenal make the breakthrough and win the Premier League? Andrew took us through his thoughts about Arsenal's hopes this season! Off The Ball Breakfast w/ UPMC Ireland | #GetBackInAction 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/joinOff The Ball Breakfast is live weekday mornings from 7:30am across Off The Ball

Football journalist Graham Hunter joins Eoin Sheahan to look ahead to the return of La Liga, as well as of the Premier League, particularly with a look to how each competition has spent over the course of the summer.The Football Show with William Hill.

Stephen Doyle, Nathan Murphy and Mick McCarthy join Eoin Sheahan ahead of the 2025/26 season of the Premier League with a full preview featuring signings of the season, who will be the shock performer, the first manager to go and many more. Football on Off The Ball w/ William Hill. Please Gamble Responsibly. 18+.

To celebrate John Giles' retirement week this week, Off The Ball have been trawling through the archives to celebrate the very best of Giles' contributions from over 23 years of broadcasting with Newstalk.Over the course of this week, we will release some of that timeless content, regaling some of the best Giles' stories from over the years.From selecting best elevens, to in-depth conversations on the state of the game itself, to paying tribute to the game's greats, Giles has seen pretty much everything there is to see over 70 years of playing, coaching and punditry. In the sixth episode this week, we change things around slightly and we get the thoughts of those, including Graeme Souness, Chris Kamara, Kevin Keegan and Eddie Gray on Giles' influence on playing, coaching and punditry.Become a member at offtheball.com/join

Liverpool and Real Madrid legend Steve McManaman joins Eoin Sheahan as the La Liga and Premier League seasons return this weekend. He looks at the new signings in the Spanish league, Liverpool fans' grudge with Trent Alexander-Arnold, and who the team to beat in La Liga will be this year!The Football Show with William Hill.

To celebrate John Giles' retirement week this week, Off The Ball have been trawling through the archives to celebrate the very best of Giles' contributions from over 23 years of broadcasting with Newstalk.Over the course of this week, we will release some of that timeless content, regaling some of the best Giles' stories from over the years.From selecting best elevens, to in-depth conversations on the state of the game itself, to paying tribute to the game's greats, Giles has seen pretty much everything there is to see over 70 years of playing, coaching and punditry. In the fifth episode this week, we get Giles' thoughts on the greatest Republic of Ireland XI of all time.Become a member at offtheball.com/join

On Wednesday's Football Daily, Phil Egan brings you all the fallout from a disappointing European night at Tolka Park for Shelbourne, plus a fallout between Shamrock Rovers' pair Jack Byrne and Stephen Bradley.Joey O'Brien wants his side to take last night's hurt into next week's Euro clash.Robbie Keane's Champions League dream continues.There is a suspected fallout between Stephen Bradley and Jack Byrne.Marcus Rashford gives his two cents on the mess at Manchester United.And is Keith Andrews going to secure a big-money transfer for an Ipswich talent?Become a member and subscribe at offtheball.com/join

Shelbourne legend, Stuey Byrne, reacts to last night’s heartbreak in Tolka Park alongside Ger Gilroy & Colm Boohig, as Rijeka knocked Shels out of the Europa League qualifiers.Off The Ball Breakfast w/ UPMC Ireland | #GetBackInAction 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/joinOff The Ball Breakfast is live weekday mornings from 7:30am across Off The Ball

Reaction from Tolka Park where Jonathan Higgins speaks to Joey O’Brien and Kerr McInroy following Shelbourne’s dramatic late loss to Rijeka. Shelbourne will now face the winner of Linfield vs Vikingur Gøta of the Faroe Islands in the Conference League 4th qualifying round. League of Ireland on Off The Ball with Rockshore 0.0.

To celebrate John Giles' retirement week this week, Off The Ball have been trawling through the archives to celebrate the very best of Giles' contributions from over 23 years of broadcasting with Newstalk.Over the course of this week, we will release some of that timeless content, regaling some of the best Giles' stories from over the years.From selecting best elevens, to in-depth conversations on the state of the game itself, to paying tribute to the game's greats, Giles has seen pretty much everything there is to see over 65 years of playing, coaching and punditry. In the fourth episode this week, we take you back to Giles' experience of the man that was Matt Busby, the man who gave him his first team debut in 1959.Become a member at offtheball.com/join

To celebrate John Giles' retirement week this week, Off The Ball have been trawling through the archives to celebrate the very best of Giles' contributions from over 23 years of broadcasting with Newstalk.Over the course of this week, we will release some of that timeless content, regaling some of the best Giles' stories from over the years.From selecting best elevens, to in-depth conversations on the state of the game itself, to paying tribute to the game's greats, Giles has seen pretty much everything there is to see over 65 years of playing, coaching and punditry. In the third episode this week, we take you back to Giles most prominent English club, Leeds United as he regales tales of legendary Leeds boss Don Revie.Become a member at offtheball.com/join

On Tuesday's Football Daily, Phil Egan brings you all the latest ahead of a huge European night at Tolka Park for Shelbourne, plus what has Jeff Hendrick had to say on the move of a former teammate Jack Grealish?Joey O'Brien wants his side to go for it.Robbie Keane chases a place in the Champions League, League Phase.There is the launch of a new football segment on Off The Ball Breakfast.Alexander Isak says he is done with Newcastle United and Eddie Howe.Arrigo Sacchi questions Rasmus Hoijlund's intentions.And are Manchester United going to bring in even more players?Become a member and subscribe at offtheball.com/join

Your weekly dive into Irish footballers & managers making moves across the water.Off The Ball’s Matthew Brennan joins Ger & Colm to recap the last week of Irish performances from across the Irish Sea in The Championship, League One & League Two - as well as further afield across the continent!We’ve put together a team of the week from across the three EFL leagues & will hone in on some of the stand-out/most notable performers from the last round of fixtures!There’s currently five Irish bosses at the helm in the three divisions; in the Championship we’ve got Alan Sheehan at Snoop Dogg’s Swansea, the bulk coming in League One by way former Republic of Ireland international Conor Hourihane at Barnsley, Brian Barry-Murphy at Cardiff & Noel Hunt at Reading, with our sole representative in League Two being Dean Brennan at newly promoted Barnet. We’ll run through how each of them got on - while focusing in on our manager of the week!There’s also a number of former League of Ireland stars now plying their trade in the EFL, so League of Ireland fans, there is plenty in here for you too!Off The Ball Breakfast w/ UPMC Ireland | #GetBackInAction 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/joinOff The Ball Breakfast is live weekday mornings from 7:30am across Off The Ball

Premier League journalist Dan Bardell joins Ger & Colm on the show, to talk through Jack Grealish's move to Everton, Villa's transfer window & more.Off The Ball Breakfast w/ UPMC Ireland | #GetBackInAction 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/joinOff The Ball Breakfast is live weekday mornings from 7:30am across Off The Ball

To celebrate John Giles' retirement week this week, Off The Ball have been trawling through the archives to celebrate the very best of Giles' contributions from over 23 years of broadcasting with Newstalk.Over the course of this week, we will release some of that timeless content, regaling some of the best Giles' stories from over the years.From selecting best elevens, to in-depth conversations on the state of the game itself, to paying tribute to the game's greats, Giles has seen pretty much everything there is to see over 65 years of playing, coaching and punditry. In the first episode this week, we take you back to Giles most prominent English club, Leeds United as he selects the best eleven in their history.Become a member at offtheball.com/join

Nathan Murphy joins Eoin Sheahan as the worldwide football scene gets going again, as Crystal Palace beat Liverpool in the Community Shield, there’s a huge week ahead for League of Ireland sides in Europe, and the Premier League kicks back up again this Friday.Football on Off The Ball w/ William Hill. Please Gamble Responsibly. 18+.To become a member and access our exclusive content simply click: here:http://offtheball.com/join

To celebrate the return of the Premier League, Off The Ball has teamed up with William Hill to bring you The Final One Standing. Each week our OTB 'experts' will pick a team from the weekends fixtures that they think will win to stay in the game. Don't forget you can play alongside the OTB team in our own Final One Standing league. Simply join on the link below or on the William Hill app using code OFFTHEBALL. Sign up for free to be in with a chance to win!https://sports.williamhill.com/betting/en-gb#final-one-standing-OFFTHEBALLThe Final One Standing with William Hill

On Monday's Football Daily, Phil Egan brings you all the latest Crystal Palace's appeal for their reinstatement into the Europa League fails, whilst Jack Grealish is set for the exit door at Manchester City.Stephen Kenny wants to keep his side's momentum going.John Russell rues Patrick McClean red card.Stephen Bradley is pleased with a Galway point.And are Manchester United going to bring in even more players?Become a member and subscribe at offtheball.com/join

To celebrate John Giles' retirement week this week, Off The Ball have been trawling through the archives to celebrate the very best of Giles' contributions from over 23 years of broadcasting with Newstalk.Over the course of this week, we will release some of that timeless content, regaling some of the best Giles' stories from over the years.From selecting best elevens, to in-depth conversations on the state of the game itself, to paying tribute to the game's greats, Giles has seen pretty much everything there is to see over 65 years of playing, coaching and punditry. In the first episode this week, we take you back to Giles first English club, Manchester United as he selects the best eleven in their history.Become a member at offtheball.com/join

The Times’ northern football correspondent, Paul Joyce, reacts to Crystal Palace winning the Community Shield over Liverpool, while also chatting about Liverpool's summer transfer window, alongside Ger Gilroy & Will O'Callaghan.Off The Ball Breakfast w/ UPMC Ireland | #GetBackInAction

Shane Keegan and Johnny Ward join Cameron Hill once again to talk through the talking points from another week in League of Ireland land (the less we say about tonight's Premier Division games, the better).League of Ireland Late Night, in partnership with Rockshore 0.0 on Off The Ball, A League of Our Own. Get the facts, be drink aware, visit drinkaware.ie.

On Friday's Football Daily, Phil Egan brings you all the latest as St. Pats were thumped by Besiktas, Shamrock Rovers suffer defeat in Kosovo, and a look ahead to tonight's League of Ireland action.Stephen Kenny feels that his side were comprehensively schooled.Ole Gunnar Solskjaer feels the second half of his side's showing in Tallaght was an education.Stephen Bradley rues his team's poor showing against Ballkani.And is Benjamin Sesko really a good signing for Manchester United?Become a member and subscribe at offtheball.com/join

Live post-match reaction from Tallaght Stadium with OTB's Nathan Murphy from Stephen Kenny and Ole Gunnar Solskjaer as Pats lose 4-1 at home to Beşiktaş in the third round of the UEFA Conference League Qualifiers.LOI on Off The Ball w/ Rockshore 0.0 

Will O'Callaghan and Keith Treacy are joined by Ronan Finn this morning to look back at St Pat's loss to Besiktas last night, Melia's potential, Shamrock Rovers' disappointment, and Ronan's own journey to UCD.Off The Ball Breakfast from 7:30am with UPMC Ireland | #GetBackInAction

On Thursday's Football Daily, Phil Egan brings you all the latest as Shels record an historic night in Europe, Pats take on Besiktas, and Ole Gunnar Solskjaer speaks of the biggest job in Irish sport.Joey O'Brien knows that the Shels job isn't done yet.Stephen Kenny knows that Mason Melia needs to get to the next level.OGS spoke to the FAI about the Ireland job.Stephen Bradley is wary of Ballkani.And is Carlos Baleba on his way to Manchester United?Become a member and subscribe at offtheball.com/join

Former Shelbourne manager & player, Owen Heary, and ex-Pats & Rovers goalkeeper, Barry Murphy, react to Shelbourne's European victory in Croatia last night. While also previewing Shamrock Rovers & St. Pats' fixtures tonight against Ballkani & Besiktas respectively.Off The Ball Breakfast w/ UPMC Ireland | #GetBackInActionCatch 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/joinOff The Ball Breakfast is live weekday mornings from 7:30am across Off The Ball

Off The Ball's Nathan Murphy spoke to St. Patricks Athletic manager Stephen Kenny ahead of their Europa Conference League tie with Turkish giants Beşiktaş at Tallaght Stadium.You will be able to hear live commentary of that game on Newstalk from 7 on your radios and on the GoLoud App.

THE LEAGUE OF IRELAND POD | "The Holy Grail for Irish clubs!" | Can Drogheda push for Europe? | Off The Ball On this week's League of Ireland Pod, Stevo is joined by Gareth McGlynn and Vinny Perth to look ahead to a busy week for Irish clubs, including some exciting European fixtures, and some more relegation scraps. Can Drogheda push on for European Football? Will Galway United be safe?  The League of Ireland on off The Ball with Rockshore 0.0  

On Wednesday's Football Daily, Phil Egan brings you all the latest as the striker transfer merry-go-round kicks into gear.Is Šeško about to choose the Amorim project over Howe's?Newcastle United to turn attention to Nicolas Jackson?Joey O'Brien feels that his Shels team are in a good place ahead of their Europa League clash in Croatia.Rangers bounce back in Europe after a sticky domestic start.And Jose Mourinho pays tribute to one of his former leaders.Become a member and subscribe at offtheball.com/join

On Monday's Football Daily, Phil Egan brings you all the latest from yesterday's First Division action plus the latest transfer news from around Europe.Is Sesko Newcastle bound after an improved offer?Manchester United have spent big already but are they going to push the boat once more?Luka Modric gets ready to tackle another new season, this time in Serie A.Rangers look to bounce back in Europe after a sticky domestic start.And are Hearts going to be Scotland's new challengers?Become a member and subscribe at offtheball.com/join

Kayleigh Shine and Colin Fortune share their thoughts after Athlone Town's 3-0 victory against ZNK Agram that sees them safely into round 2 of the Champions League qualifiers, which will take place on August 27 in the Netherlands.

New Athlone Town Chairman/Owner Nick Giannotti joins OTB’s Eve Conway in the wake of Athlone Town’s Women’s team reaching the 2nd qualifying round of the Women’s Champions League. He talks to her about his takeover of the club and what ambitions he has for Athlone Town’s Men’s and Women’s teams.LOI on OTB with Rockshore 0.0

Bohemians suffered their fourth consecutive 1-0 defeat to Drogheda United on Friday night at Dalymount Park. This time it was Joshua Thomas who popped up with the winner for Kevin Doherty's Drogs.Both Alan Reynolds and Kevin Doherty stopped by for a chat with Off The Ball's own Stephen Doyle after the game to give their own two cents on events on, and off the field.

Cameron Hill, Shane Keegan and Johnny Ward hear your thoughts after another busy week in League Of Ireland Land!League of Ireland Late Night, in partnership with Rockshore 0.0 on Off The Ball, A League of Our Own. Get the facts, be drink aware, visit drinkaware.ie

On Friday's Football Daily, Phil Egan brings you all the latest as St. Patrick's Athletic book a Europa Conference League date with Besiktas.Joe Redmond said it was a mad night.Jake Mulreaney counts his blessings.Stephen Bradley wants to take Shamrock Rovers to the next level.Tiernan Lynch happy to add new faces to his Derry squad.And are Cork City already doomed.And the first bid for Alexander Isak is rejected.Become a member and subscribe at offtheball.com/join