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S24 Ep 956The Sunday Kickback | Manchester United 4-0 Everton | Amorim's men smash Everton at Old Trafford!
In the first part of this week’s Sunday Kickback, Richie McCormack & Eoin Doyle look back on Manchester United’s impressive win over Everton, as Ruben Amorim picks up his first Premier League victory as Manchester United boss. The Sunday Kickback on Off The Ball with William Hill Ireland.

S24 Ep 955Ireland are halfway to Switzerland | Wales 1-1 Rep. of Ireland | SCARLETT HERRON
Shamrock Rovers' Scarlett Herron was live in studio with Eoin Sheahan, with Kathleen McNamee dialling in from Cardiff, to reflect on Ireland's 1-1 draw away to Wales. The draw sets up the return leg in Dublin on Tuesday as being a winner takes all clash, with the victor heading to Switzerland and #Euro2025. Football with William Hill.

S24 Ep 954WHO YOU GOT? | City Lack Composure, Big Job for Amorim | Off the Ball
Shane Hannon hosts this week's edition of Who You Got? and is joined by Colm Boohig, Phil Egan, and lee Phelps from william Hill to preview the weekend's Premier League action. Who You Got? w/ William Hill.

S24 Ep 953Football 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.

S24 Ep 952Ireland's crucial clash in Cardiff | All the pressure on Ireland? | Kathleen McNamee | OTB Breakfast Soccer
OTB’s Kathleen McNamee is LIVE from Wales ahead of Ireland’s crucial 1st leg vs Wales in their Euro 2025 qualification playoff final tonight.Off The Ball Breakfast with UPMC Ireland | #orthopaediccare | #backinactionCatch 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.

S24 Ep 951KATHRYN MORGAN: 'All the pressure is on Ireland!' | The Welsh Perspective | THE FOOTBALL SHOW
Former Welsh international player and coach Kathryn Morgan joined Eoin Sheahan and Kathleen McNamee to give the Welsh perspective of Ireland's two legs against Cymru in the Euro 2025 qualifiers.Off The Ball Football with William Hill

S24 Ep 949Lucy Quinn: The fiery Welsh | Building a legacy | And learning from playing against the best
Republic of Ireland international Lucy Quinn was on the line to look ahead to tomorrow night's mammoth EURO '25 play-off clash between Ireland and Cymru in Cardiff. The Birmingham star will miss the game through injury, but insists that this team have what it takes to get the job done fore Ireland. Quinn talks also of the squad learning from playing England, France and Sweden in a tough Nations League group and building a legacy for future generations. Football on Off The Ball with William Hill Ireland.

S24 Ep 948The COYGIG Pod Ep. 136 | History awaits, Are Ireland the favourites?
Kathleen McNamee, Karen Duggan, Jamie Finn and Scarlett Herron look ahead to the first leg of Ireland's Euro qualifier clash with Wales.Got a question for the pod? Email [email protected]!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

S24 Ep 947Football 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.

S24 Ep 944Football 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.

S24 Ep 943OTB 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

S24 Ep 939Football 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.

S24 Ep 934Football 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.

S24 Ep 932THE SUNDAY KICKBACK: Ipswich Town 1-1 Manchester United | Amorim era begins with a draw...
Nathan Murphy & Keith Treacy reflect on Manchester United’s hard fought draw with Ipswich Town at Portman Road this afternoon! The Sunday Kickback on Off The Ball w/ William Hill Ireland

S24 Ep 931Southampton 2 - 3 Liverpool | Salah Scores Double | Premier League | The Sunday Kickback
Brian Kerr joins Stephen Doyle on the first episode of this week's Sunday Kickback!With two late goals from Liverpool star, Salah, they discuss his contract renewal for next season, Liverpool's chances of taking home the Premier League title, and Southampton's weaknesses on the pitch today.#Football on Off The Ball with William Hill Ireland.

S24 Ep 928Football 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.
S24 Ep 926Football 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.

S24 Ep 927'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

S24 Ep 925OTB 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.

S24 Ep 921Linda Gorman on tackling ageism in sport & challenging perceptions | Settle In
Former Ireland international and coach Linda Gorman joined Eoin Sheahan to discuss how she’s tackling ageism in sport by encouraging more people to take up walking football and she also discussed how much support for the women’s game in Ireland has changed since she played on the first ever WNT over 50 years ago.‘Settle in’ in partnership with Guinness 0.0.

S24 Ep 920Football 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.Derry City detail their plans to return to grass at the Brandywell. 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.

S24 Ep 917Football 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.

S24 Ep 915OTB Breakfast Bite | Pep stays, and banishing the illegal hurling handpass
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

S24 Ep 911Football 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?
S24 Ep 913The COYGIG Pod Ep. 135 | Doubt over Aoife Mannion | Relegation battle heats up?
The COYGIG Pod is back and this week Karen is sitting in the hosting seat! Joined by Jamie and Scarlett, they delve into the weeks football news including whether or not Aoife Manion will be included in the squad to face Wales.Got a question for the pod? Email [email protected] 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

S24 Ep 908Football 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.

S24 Ep 903'It's always been in my head to help out as much as you can' | Sean Boyd on supporting people | Movember
As part of Movember, Eoin Sheahan and Shelbourne's Sean Boyd braved a cold plunge followed by a sauna all while chatting about the importance of being open around your mental health. Boyd's family has felt the direct impact of suicide and he is keen to raise awareness for the help that is there.If you or someone needs help: https://ie.movember.com/mens-health/get-support. This Movember grow a Mo, Move for Movember, Host or Mo your own Way. All to save lives. Sign up now at Movember.com.@MovemberIreland #Movember #donate #hairyseason

S24 Ep 902Football Daily | Hallgrimsson demands more, Higgins leaves Derry, Bohs snap up Sligo skipper
On Friday's Football Daily, Phil Egan brings you reaction to last night's Nations League win for the Republic of Ireland at home to Finland. We hear from manager Heimir Hallgrimsson, who told Nathan Ireland still need to improve despite the three points. Lee Carsley's faith in youth is restored, as he explains Harry Kane benching against Greece.It's all change at Derry City, with Ruaidhri Higgins' departure as manager confirmed. And Bohemians continue to get their business done early, signing away Sligo Rovers' captain.

S24 Ep 897Football Daily | How will Hallgrimsson replace Ogbene? Reaction to second Coote vid, Bohs sign striker
On Thursday's Football Daily, Phil Egan brings you up to date with the latest football news.We hear from Heimir Hallgrimsson on his task of replacing Chiedozie Ogbene, and Nathan Collins on why he makes a good captain ahead of tonight's clash of the Republic of Ireland and Finland.There's reaction as a second video allegedly featuring David Coote comes to light.Clubs line up for compensation should Manchester City be found guilty of their 115 charges.Bohemians have moved to rectify this season's goal shortage.And there's reaction to last night's Women's Champions League action, as ten-woman Celtic run Chelsea close.

S24 Ep 898OTB Breakfast Bite | An obligation on Ireland to start brightly
Welcome to Thursday's OTB Breakfast Bite - a bitesize sampling of this morning's Off The Ball Breakfast.On this morning's show, none other than Paul Mescal joined us for a very special edition of You Had To Be There.Alan Quinlan assessed the Ireland team selection for tomorrow night's test with Argentina at the Aviva.And Gavin Cooney joined us to look ahead to the Republic of Ireland's Nations League clash with Finland.And it's there we take our Breakfast Bite, with Gavin saying the onus is on Ireland to start on the front foot.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

S24 Ep 892Football Daily EXTRA | Hallgrimsson pleads ignorance to Keane's Israel links
On a Wednesday Football Daily EXTRA, Richie McCormack brings you the latest from Republic of Ireland manager Heimir Hallgrimsson and captain Nathan Collins ahead of tomorrow night's Nations League clash with England. Hallgrimsson addresses Robbie Keane's controversial cap presentation to the squad, the latest fitness updates on Dara O'Shea and Festy Ebosele, and Andrew Moran's potential for a second cap this week. We also hear from new England call-up Taylor Harwood-Bellis on the influence upon his career of one Roy Keane. And the ex-Limerick hurler that's joined Liverpool.

S24 Ep 891Football Daily | Meet the new Wes Hoolahan, Bazunu to leave Southampton? McCabe helps Arsenal to big win
On Wednesday's Football Daily, Phil Egan has the latest from the Republic of Ireland camp ahead of Thursday's Nations League meeting with Finland, and we meet the man touted as Ireland's next Wes Hoolahan - Andrew Moran.Gavin Bazunu's future could lie away from Southampton, despite his impending return from a long-term injury.A couple of surprising departures from Waterford, as they tie down Darragh Leahy.Katie McCabe helps Arsenal to a big win in the Women's Champions League.And we hear from referees' chief Howard Webb on David Coote, and the penalty that cost Eric Ten Hag his job at Manchester United.

S24 Ep 889OTB Breakfast Bite | Blowback to Robbie Keane caps presentation
Welcome to Wednesday's OTB Breakfast Bite - your bitesize sampling of this morning's Off The Ball Breakfast.This morning's show began with a look at this morning's papers, which includes the opprobrium thrown Robbie Keane's way after the FAI got the former Maccabi Tel Aviv manager in to present caps to the current Republic of Ireland squad.Elsewhere on this morning's show, we spoke to Argentina assistant coach Juan Martin Fernandez Lobbe ahead of Friday's test with Ireland.We also chat to former Leinster and Ireland hooker James Tracy.Plus, Nathan catches up with Ireland starlet Andrew Moran before Thursday's Nations League clash with Finland.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

S24 Ep 887The COYGIG Pod Ep. 134 | City, Chelsea shine ahead of title test | Brilliant Birmingham
Kathleen McNamee, Karen Duggan and Jamie Finn discuss a big weekend of Women's Super League action which saw Arsenal regain their footing while Chelsea and Man City stormed ahead.Got a question for the pod? Email [email protected] 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

S24 Ep 885Football Daily | O'Shea's Finnish lessons, Coote latest, Lampard for Coventry?
On Tuesday's edition of Football Daily, Phil Egan brings you up to date with the latest football news. We hear from Republic of Ireland assistant John O'Shea and Sammie Szmodics on how they're going about building confidence in the squad ahead of Thursday's Nations League date with Finland. Phil has the latest on the David Coote situation. Reaction to Ruud van Nistelrooy's Manchester United departure. Could Frank Lampard return to management at Coventry?And we hear from the Manchester City and Arsenal camps ahead of tonight's Women's Champions League games.
S24 Ep 888LOUISE QUINN | Recovering from injury, the awkward experience of being a fan and Katie McCabe's importance to Arsenal
Ireland defender Louise Quinn joined The Football Show this evening to talk to Nathan Murphy and Eoin Sheahan about all things Ireland football. With a big international window coming up, some massive club games in England and her own injury challenges, Quinn still found time to explain what she loves about watching Nathan Collins as a player.Football on Off The Ball with William Hill

S24 Ep 882OTB Breakfast Bite | Should Coote's career be ruined?
Welcome to Tuesday's OTB Breakfast Bite - your amuse-bouche to the main course that is Off The Ball Breakfast.This morning, Ger, Colm and Arthur opened the show by discussing the David Coote controversy, and whether or not the Premier League official's career should be forever ruined by it.In the main podcast, you can find:The NZ Herald's Gregor Paul on the All Blacks' victory over IrelandMark Critchley of The Athletic on contrasting moods at the Manchester giantsAnd Sligo Rovers manager John RussellCatch 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
S24 Ep 876Football Daily EXTRA | O'Shea explains Ireland call-ups, Pat's have the Power, new striker for Bohs
On Monday's Football Daily EXTRA, Richie McCormack brings you news of three alterations to the Republic of Ireland squad preparing for the Nations League games with Finland and England. We hear from assistant manager John O'Shea and Sammie Szmodics, who was one of only ten players training today at Abbotstown. Trent Alexander-Arnold's expected absence is revealed.St. Pat's manager Stephen Kenny has compared their new signing to Chiedozie Ogbene. Bohemians are close to easing their striker worries. And Sheffield Wednesday condemn 'abhorrent' Baldock sign.
S24 Ep 874Football Daily | Drogs celebrate FAI Cup win, Amorim's RvN talks, Ange shoulders Spurs blame
On Monday's edition of Football Daily, Richie McCormack brings you all the reaction from yesterday's FAI Cup final at the Aviva. We hear from celebrating Drogheda United players Shane Farrell and Ryan Brennan, as well as Brian Maher and Mark Connolly from beaten finalists Derry City,Ruben Amorim provides an update on Ruud van Nistelrooy's future at Manchester United, as the interim boss discloses the meaning of yesterday's Stretford End farewell. Mikel Arteta on Arsenal's injury woes, as two of his players look set to miss England's Nations League meeting with the Republic of Ireland. Enzo Maresca on playing catch-up with the Premier League's big beasts. Ange Postecoglou is shouldering the blame for Tottenham's inconsistency, while also hitting out at Ipswich's perceived time-wasting. We hear from Ireland international Sammie Szmodics and Ipswich boss Kieran McKenna after their first away win of the season. Plus, Eddie Howe on Newcastle's new-found resolve.

S24 Ep 868OTB Breakfast Bite | Rovers in Europe and Doherty's route back
Welcome to Friday's OTB Breakfast Bite - your bitesize sample of this morning's Off The Ball Breakfast.On this morning's show...Ronan O'Gara and Alan Quinlan to set the scene for Ireland's mammoth test with the All Blacks tonight.Keith Treacy looks back on Shamrock Rovers' 2-1 win over TNS, and previews Sunday's FAI Cup final.And your Breakfast Bite this morning takes you through the morning's back pages, as Phil, Colm and Arthur dive into that Rovers win over TNS, and Shane Duffy's return to the Ireland squad, and if there is a route back for Matt Doherty.You can hear the full pod by tuning into offtheball.com/join NOW
S24 Ep 867Football Daily | Bradley hopes for Kenny future, Van Nistelrooy talks Amorim role, FAI nominees revealed
On Friday's Football Daily, Richie McCormack brings you tons of reaction from last night's European action. Stephen Bradley addresses Johnny Kenny's future at Shamrock Rovers after another win for the Hoops in the Conference League. Ruud van Nistelrooy discusses his potential role under incoming Manchester United boss Ruben Amorim. Enzo Maresca on piling further pressure on Arsenal after Chelsea goals fly in 2-by-2 against Noah. Ange Postecoglou on a memorable night - for both good and bad - for Tottenham teenager Will Lankshear in Istanbul. And the nominees are revealed for the 34th FAI International Awards.
S24 Ep 863Football Daily EXTRA | Hallgrimsson explains latest Ireland squad
On a special edition of Football Daily, Richie McCormack brings you the Republic of Ireland squad for this month's Nations League games with Finland and England. Nathan Murphy catches up with manager Heimir Hallgrimsson, who has bad news regarding Chiedozie Ogbene, the reasons for Matt Doherty's continued exile, and why Festy Ebosele is not listed among his defenders. There are 2 new call-ups to the England squad ahead of that Wembley showdown with Ireland.The Ireland women's team learn of their next Nations League opponents. And Didier Deschamps explains Kylian Mbappé's absence from the France squad.
S24 Ep 862Football Daily | Arteta's referee gripes, Bradley on TNS, Dundalk's speedy Kilduff appointment
On Thursday's Football Daily, Richie McCormack brings you reaction to last night's Champions League outings for Arsenal and Aston Villa. We hear from Mikel Arteta on the refereeing decisions he feels cost his Arsenal players against Inter. Ezri Konsa on Tyrone Mings' brain-fart in Bruges. Stephen Bradley and Dan Cleary look ahead to Shamrock Rovers' Conference League clash with TNS. Ange Postecoglou on what football can offer in a turbulent political world. And we hear from new Dundalk manager Ciaran Kilduff, as one of his predecessors at Oriel Park has reservations regarding the speed of the former striker's appointment.

S24 Ep 857OTB Breakfast Bite | Fun to see City suffer, and when a 4-1 isn't a 4-1
Welcome to Wednesday's OTB Breakfast Bite - your easy-to-digest FREE sample of this morning's Off The Ball Breakfast. On this morning's show, Ger, Colm and Arthur discussed the impending arrival of Ruben Amorim at Manchester United, it being 'fun' to watch Manchester City suffer, and when is a 4-1 not a 4-1? Elsewhere on the show...Ex-Irish athlete Ciarán Ó Lionáird joined the lads to discuss the U.S. election.All Blacks legend Sonny Bill Williams has the "popcorn" out for Friday's test with Ireland. Journalist Sam Lee on Manchester City's loss in Lisbon. Shelbourne goalkeeper Conor Kearns emerges from their title celebrations to talk life under Duffer. And Tommy chats to Mayo legends Lee Keegan and Colm Boyle. You can hear the full show by becoming an Off The Ball member at offtheball.com/join NOW
S24 Ep 856Football Daily | Pep on City's dark place, Amorim on Gyorkeres future, Obafemi the Plymouth hero
On Wednesday's Football Daily, Richie McCormack brings you all the reaction from a surprising night of Champions League action. Pep Guardiola and Bernardo Silva disagree over Manchester City's current status, while Ruben Amorim talks up Viktor Gyorkeres' future after his hat-trick last night. Arne Slot on Curtis Jones' new role in the Liverpool midfield, and how they must improve on last night's thrashing of Bayer Leverkusen. Brendan Rodgers basks in the glow of one of Celtic's great European nights at Parkhead. Mikel Arteta discusses Edu's departure from Arsenal. There's a new man in charge at Dundalk. And Michael Obafemi rescues Wayne Rooney's Plymouth, as we hear from the Republic of Ireland striker.

S24 Ep 853The COYGIG Pod Ep 133 | A LOIW farewell to Kilduff? | Underlying issues at Arsenal? | Spurs Set Piece fiasco
Karen Duggan and Scarlett Herron join Alanna Cunnane to discuss the standout players and managers in the LOIW season, bid farewell to Athlone Town’s league winning manager Ciarán Kilduff and break down all things WSL, including Arsenal and Man United’s 1-1 draw over the weekend. #CadburySupporterAndAHalf Got a question for the pod? Email [email protected] 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
S24 Ep 851Football Daily | Harry's Game as Wilson stings Bees, Kelleher on future, Rodgers on Celtic's lessons
On Tuesday's Football Daily, Richie McCormack brings you all the action and reaction from last night's West London derby, with Harry Wilson's injury-time brace proving the difference for Fulham. We hear from Brentford boss Thomas Frank and his Fulham counterpart Marco Silva. Caoimhin Kelleher addresses his future ahead of tonight's Champions League meeting with Bayer Leverkusen, and we also hear from Arne Slot and Xabi Alonso. Pep Guardiola's sounding downbeat about Manchester City's multi-pronged trophy hunt this season. Brendan Rodgers insists lessons have been learned from their chastening defeat in Dortmund, as RB Leipzig visit Parkhead tonight. Joey O'Brien on the rugby inspiration for Shelbourne's title win. And Bohemians' COO Daniel Lambert on the LSSIF award for the redevelopment of Dalymount Park.

S24 Ep 849OTB Breakfast Bite | Mick in the Jungle, keeping Salah, and letting Ten Hag down
On Monday's Breakfast Bite, Ger Gilroy, Arthur O'Dea and Colm Boohig set the table for the day ahead.How would Mick fare in the Jungle? Should Liverpool push the boat out to keep Mo Salah? And is Lisandro Martinez a 'thug'?To hear the full podcast, including:Jonathan Wilson on the weekend's Premier League actionAlan Quinlan begins our look ahead to Ireland's clash with the All Blacks.Eoin Doyle reflects on Shelbourne's SSE Airtricity Premier Division title win.And, as ever - the Performance Rankings.Become a member by clicking: offtheball.com/join NOW!
S24 Ep 848Football Daily | Dalymount & Showgrounds boost, Edu leaving Arsenal, WPD Player of the Year shortlist
On Monday's Football Daily, Richie McCormack brings you news of who's benefitting and how from the government's Large Scale Sports Infrastructure Funding announcements. Surprising news from Arsenal, with their sporting director set to leave, and where he's likely to land. There's reaction from yesterday's pair of Premier League encounters, with Enzo Maresca unhappy that Lisandro Martinez didn't see red at Old Trafford. The nominees are revealed for the SSE Airtricity Women's Premier Division Player of the Year awards. And there's good news for Galway United fans too.

S24 Ep 845The Sunday Kickback | Man United 1 - 1 Chelsea | Keith Treacy
Former ROI footballer, Keith Treacy, joins Richie McCormack in studio to breakdown the Man United vs Chelsea draw on the second episode of this week's Sunday Kickback. The Sunday Kickback on Off The Ball with William Hill Ireland.