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Stephen Doyle & Brain Kerr reflect on the Manchester United’s loss to Crystal Palace at Old Trafford this afternoon!The Sunday Kickback on Off The Ball w/ William Hill Ireland

On this week's Who You Got, Eoin Sheahan, Shane Hannon, Mick McCarthy and Colm Boohig preview the weekend's biggest Premier League and WSL fixtures.Football on Off The Ball with William Hill Ireland

On Thursday’s Football Daily, Phil Egan brings you the latest on the Jhon Duran transfer rumours, the lay of the Champions League land as we head into the knockout stage & all of the Europa League action tonight! - All of that, and so much more!

On Wednesday’s Football Daily, Phil Egan brings you the latest on the Evan Ferguson transfer saga, all of the stipulations ahead of the final round of the Champions League-League phase(that’s a mouthful!) & find out which member of the Celtic side that beat Barcelona in 2013, looks set top sign for Shamrock Rovers! - All of that, and so much more!

On Tuesday’s Football Daily, Phil Egan brings you the latest on David Coote’s first statement since being dismissed by PGMOL. Hear from Kyle Walker as he opens up on his conversation with Pep Guardiola about leaving Manchester City & the leghend that is Neymar returns to his boyhood club, Santos!

Kathleen McNamee is joined by Karen Duggan and Scarlett Herron to discuss Arsenal's disappointing performance against Chelsea, Manchester United's impressive form and the first ever €1 million transfer in women's football.The COYGIG Pod on Off The Ball is in association with Cadbury, the official snack partner to the Republic of Ireland’s Women’s National Team.#CadburySupporterAndAHalf | @CadburyIreland

On Monday’s Football Daily, Phil Egan brings you news of The League of Ireland multi-year deal with Virgin Media TV. Ruben Amorim re-emphasises Marcus Rashford’s lack of effort. After Tottenham’s loss at home to Leicester City, Ange Postecoglou falls under even more pressure in London!

Eoin Doyle sits down with Nathan Murphy after Aston Villa drew 1-1 at home with West Ham.Football on Off The Ball with William Hill

On Friday's Football Daily, Phil Egan brings you news of Andrew Omobamidele's move to Strasbourg. Shamrock Rovers look like losing another member of their European squad. A former Ireland U21 goalkeeper will be involved with a Champions League side.We hear from Ruben Amorim and Enzo Maresca as talk regarding an Alejandro Garnacho transfer intensifies. Arne Slot's been receiving some notes on Liverpool's performances from his Dad.And Mikel Arteta discusses Arsenal's hunt for a forward.

On Thursday's Football Daily, Phil Egan brings you details of Omar Marmoush's move to Manchester City, as their spending goes beyond £150m for the month. We also hear from City's new Egyptian. Pep Guardiola attempts to explain away City's latest capitulation, as Kyle Walker nears the exit. Brendan Rodgers praises Celtic's temperament as Adam Idah helps them stay in Champions League contention. And Republic of Ireland defender Caitlyn Hayes joins Brighton.

In case you missed it, here is episode two of our Settle In series, a bonus listen for our football fans!Former Ireland international rugby player and former Leinster head coach, Tania Rosser, joined Eoin Sheahan to discuss her time as a player, her coaching inspiration and the challenges she faced as a female player and coach in a male dominated profession.

Girls on the Ball's Rachel O'Sullivan joined Eoin Sheahan to discuss the biggest signing in women's football history, Naomi Girma heading to Chelsea! Off The Ball Football with William Hill.

On Wednesday's Football Daily, Phil Egan brings you reaction to Liverpool's defeat of ten-man Lille in the Champions League, with Arne Slot discussing the latest injury to befall one of his players - Curtis Jones. Philippe Auclair gives his verdict on how the Champions League format has worked out. Napoli and Chelsea do battle for Alejandro Garnacho. Rocco Vata's strike the lone high point for Watford, with Festy Ebosele among those disappointing manager Tom Cleverley. Eiran Cashin is "categorically not for sale" according to Derby.And Chelsea are set to make a USA international the first $1m women's footballer.

Welcome to Wednesday's Off The Ball Breakfast Bite - your bitesize taster of this morning's Off The Ball Breakfast. On this morning's show, Neil Ewing helped us preview Divisions 3 & 4 of the Allianz Football League. MMA fighter Paul Hughes joins us ahead of his Bellator lightweight title fight with Usman Nurmagomedov in Dubai. And Philippe Auclair reviewed last night's Champions League action, and gave his assessment of the new format. And this morning's Bite takes us to discussion regarding the Champions League, with Harvey Elliott and Federico Chiesa providing a home-stretch boost for Liverpool, and Philippe reflects on an opportunity missed for Aston Villa away to Monaco.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

Author of 'My Beautiful Sisters' and the founder of the Afghanistan National Women's Football team Khalida Popal joined Eoin Sheahan to detail her story, the struggle to get the Afghanistan Football Federation to acknowledge women's football, the fight against the Taliban, and her ultimate exile and refugee status.

In case you missed it, here is episode three from our Settle In Series, as a bonus listen for all of our Football Fans!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.

Welcome to Tuesday's Football Daily where Phil Egan brings you the latest on a pair of Republic of Ireland internationals on the move. We also hear from Derry City manager Tiernan Lynch after he added three more experienced players to his 2025 squad. Jake Mulraney discusses his reasons for staying with St. Pat's.Manchester City are set to purchase their third young defender of the transfer window, while a loan move for one of their former midfielders remains a possibility. Matty Cash has further competition for the right-back spot at Aston Villa. And we hear from Unai Emery and Ibrahima Konaté ahead of tonight's Champions League action.

In case you missed it, here is episode four from our Settle In Series, as a bonus listen for all of our Football Fans!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.

Kathleen McNamee caught up with Karen Duggan and Scarlett Herron to run through an exciting round of fixtures in the WSL while discussing the recent appointment of Carla Ward as the manager of the Ireland Women's National TeamThe COYGIG Pod on Off the Ball in partnership with Cadbury

Welcome to Monday's Football Daily, where Phil Egan has the latest on Antony and Marcus Rashford's futures at Manchester United, or lack there-of. Pep Guardiola wants one of his in-form Manchester City stars to join Erling Haaland in committing his future to the club. A Premier League target is available for a cut-price fee from Lyon this month. And a Republic of Ireland U21 defender is on the move today.

Welcome to Monday's OTB Breakfast Bite - your bitesize taster of this this morning's full Off The Ball Breakfast. On this morning's show, Alan Quinlan looked back on Munster's heroic loss away to Northampton in the Investec Champions Cup. The Athletic's Mark Critchley discussed a contrasting Sunday for the red and blue halves of Manchester. Plus, Tommy Rooney was at yesterday's AIB All Ireland Club finals at Croke Park, and met with some of the protagonists. And this morning's Bite assesses Manchester United's latest defeat to Brighton, which led to Ruben Amorim describing his squad as "maybe the worst" in the club's history. Ger, Arthur and Colm weighed up Amorim's claim during the Performance Rankings, before Mark Critchley gives his view. 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

Richie McCormack & Vinny Perth reflect on the clash between Ipswich Town & Manchester City at Portman Road!The Sunday Kickback on Off The Ball w/ William Hill Ireland

As Manchester United fall yet again, Brian Kerr and Stephen Doyle reflect on another poor performance under new manager, Ruben Amorim. But Brighton impress and leave us wondering what is next for this 'underdog' club? They also touch on the news rocking Irish football at the moment as Colin Healy continues to speak out against the FAI. The Sunday Kickback is brought to you by William Hill Ireland.

Kathleen McNamee caught up with new Match of the Day presenter Kelly Cates at the launch of the Lidl LGFA National League on the eve of becoming the first female co-presenter of MOTD with Gabby Logan.They chatted about the changing face of sports broadcasting and how she found her voice in a male dominated world.The COYGIG Pod on Off The Ball is in association with Cadbury, the official snack partner to the Republic of Ireland’s Women’s National Team.#CadburySupporterAndAHalf | @CadburyIreland

The great Denis Law has passed away at the age of 84. Back in 2004, the Manchester United and Scotland legend dropped into our studio to talk about his autobiography 'The King'. In conversation with Ger Gilroy, Law spoke about joining Manchester United, his ill-fated time in Italy, and him being beloved by both sides of Manchester.

Manchester United and Scotland legend Denis Law has passed away at the age of 84.Back in the depths of COVID, in April of 2020, John Giles included Law in his all-time Manchester United XI.

Manchester United icon Denis Law has passed away at the age of 84. Back in September of 2024, John Giles attended a special night to benefit the former striker who had announced in 2021 that he was suffering from dementia. Listen back to John's memories of a truly great striker.

On this week's Who You Got, Eoin Sheahan was joined by Will O'Callaghan and Michael McCarthy to preview all the weekend's action across the water.Arsenal take on Aston Villa but with the Gunners lack of striking options, will they have enough to topple Unai Emery's side, who themselves had a win over Everton midweek? Is Boubacar Kamara the most under-rated player in the Premier League? And young 'English Lion' Declan Rice declares that he can play anywhere in the midfield.Manchester United stumbled their way to a 3-1 victory over Southampton thanks to an Amad Diallo hattrick, but could Marcus Rashford and Alejandro Garnacho both be on their way out of Old Trafford? Erling Haaland signs a new Manchester City deal which ties him down, forever, and writes an 'open letter' to Premier League defenders. Will Everton score any goal ever again? And with a Manchester derby on the horizon this weekend, do Man United have any chance of beating their City rivals?Who You Got w/ thanks to William Hill

On Friday's Football Daily, Phil Egan brings you details of Erling Haaland's new, blockbuster deal at Manchester City, and we hear from the man himself. There's reaction to Amad Diallo's rescue job for Manchester City at home to Southampton. Watford boss Tom Cleverley talks up their signing of Ireland U21 defender James Abankwah. We hear from Dara O'Shea regarding the recovery of his Ipswich and Ireland teammate Chiedozie Ogbene. Arne Slot on Liverpool's need to tighten up at the back. And Renee Slegers lands the Arsenal job on a permanent basis.

For a very special episode of The COYGIG Podcast, Kathleen McNamee was joined by new manager Carla Ward as she was unveiled in Dublin as Eileen Gleeson's successor.You'll also hear from Marc Canham and David Courrell as to why Carla was the standout candidate and their excitement for where she will take the role.The COYGIG Pod on Off The Ball is in association with Cadbury, the official snack partner to the Republic of Ireland’s Women’s National Team.#CadburySupporterAndAHalf | @CadburyIreland

The presentation of Carla Ward as the new Republic of Ireland women's manager was overshadowed by yet another controversy today. Eileen Gleeson's assistant Colin Healy accused the association of a lack of transparency and compassion, as well as "a total disregard" towards his welfare as an employee of the FAI. At Ward's unveiling, the FAI's CEO David Courell and Chief Football Officer Marc Canham faced intense scrutiny from the media regarding the timeline and the manner of Healy's departure. Here is how it all unfolded.

On Thursday's Football Daily, Phil Egan brings you the first words as new Republic of Ireland manager of Carla Ward. We also have reaction to her appointment.RTE have surrendered League of Ireland rights, and what's in store for academies in the draft plan for Government.Mikel Arteta admits Arsenal are actively seeking a new striker as Ange Postecoglou rues a passive display in the North London derby.Could Alejandro Garnacho be off to Napoli? We hear from Ruben Amorim.

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 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.

In the latest episode of 'Settle In,' Kathleen McNamee was joined by Jim McElroy from Bohemians' Pride Committee to talk about the club's trailblazing mission to make football a more welcoming space for the LGBTQ+ community. From the whole club marching in Dublin Pride to instigating never-before-done research on LGBTQ+ participation in football, they are leaders in this field. Settle In with Guinness 0.0.

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.

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 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.

Kathleen McNamee is joined by Shamrock Rovers player Scarlett Herron as they look ahead to Manchester United's FA Cup clash with Arsenal while discussing the task that is ahead of Ruben Amorim as he looks to rebuild Manchester United from the ground up.Football on Off the Ball with William Hill

Mick McCarthy, Nathan Murphy and Kathleen McNamee gather around the table in this week's Who You Got? as the Premier League takes a back seat in favour of the FA Cup this week, although not everyone is happy about it!Who You Got? with William Hill.

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

Niamh Fahey joins Nathan Murphy for an exclusive interview on the day that she announced her retirement from the Ireland WNT. Denise O’Sullivan and Louise Quinn both make a surprise appearance to pay tribute to their legendary teammate.OTB Football with William Hill Ireland.

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 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.

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

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