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S26 Ep 139BOHS SEASON PREVIEW: 'Our last year in Dalymount, we'd like to do something special... ' | Reynolds and Devoy on a big season in store for Bohemians
Head coach Alan Reynolds, and midfield stalwart Dawson Devoy spoke to OTB's Ben Symes ahead of the new LOI season at Whelans in Dublin. On the agenda was, going out with a bang at Dalyer, targeting Europe, and a big day in store at the Aviva on Sunday afternoon.Become a member and sign up at offtheball.com/join
S26 Ep 140THE LOI POD: Shamrock Rovers vs Dundalk | "What a Season Opener"! | "They Really Are Frightening"
The League of Ireland Podcast is back! Stephen Doyle will be joined by Gareth McGlynn and Vinny Perth throughout the season, with the help of some special guests along the way! This week our experts go through the season's openers and what we can expect from the very exciting LOI season ahead.
S26 Ep 138KEVIN DOHERTY: 'Everybody is happy, it is a good time of year... ' | Drogs ambitions for 2026 and getting back to Europe
Drogheda United head coach Kevin Doherty spoke to Off The Ball's Ben Symes at the League of Ireland launch at Whelans ahead of the new season.After being controversially ruled out of Europe last season, Doherty explains the ambition behind trying to get back to the promised land whilst also talking through the changes in his squad that occurred in the off season.Become a member and sign up at offtheball.com/join

S26 Ep 137The COYGIG Pod Ep 169 | Arsenal are champions of the world (kinda) | Transfer Deadline Day | Chelsea collapse vs. City
It's been a dramatic couple of days of football as the transfer deadline day approached, Arsenal oversaw Corinthians in an entertaining inaugural women's Champions Cup and Manchester City showed exactly the sort of grit they have in a complete demolition of Chelsea.Kathleen McNamee and Scarlett Herron sat down to discuss it all as well as some potentially interesting moves for Katie McCabe at the end of the season.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

S26 Ep 136FOOTBALL DAILY: 'Genocide in Palestine' - Pep speaks out, Parrott books semi-final spot, thousands of Ireland fans to miss out, and Merson incredulous on Chelsea showing
On Wednesday's Football Daily, Phil Egan brings you news of Arsenal's win over Chelsea, plus Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola speaks out on issues in Palestine and Ukraine.Arsenal book their place in the EFL Cup final, seeing off Chelsea 4–2 on aggregate at the EmiratesMikel Arteta reflects on the boost of reaching the club’s first major final in six yearsKai Havertz delivers the decisive goal against his former club as Chelsea’s approach is debatedManchester City look to finish the job against Newcastle, holding a 2–0 lead ahead of the semi-final second legPep Guardiola says City are close to clicking again — and faces questions on his long-term legacyNewcastle boss Eddie Howe insists belief is key as his side chase a comebackTroy Parrott stars for AZ Alkmaar, assisting and scoring to reach the Dutch Cup semi-finals on his birthdayThousands of Irish fans miss out on tickets for the World Cup play-off in Prague as demand far outstrips supplyScottish Premiership drama as Hearts, Celtic and Rangers react to discipline issues, deadline-day deals and title pressurePep Guardiola speaks candidly on Gaza, Ukraine and Sudan, saying he’s “hurt” by the human cost of conflictBecome a member and subscribe at offtheball.com/join

S26 Ep 131Going to Europe or the UK, which pathway is best for Irish footballers? | Szmodics, Kenny and Moran get their moves, but what impact will that have on March's squad? | OUTSIDE THE BOX
Join Matthew Brennan, Ben Symes and David Wilson as they delve into the biggest stories this week in the world of Irish football.A full Irish EFL-focused transfer roundup, including moves for Johnny Kenny, Andrew Moran, Sammie Szmodics, Aidomo Emakhu, and Jacob DevaneyShould Kenny have chosen Germany, or is League One his best bet of making March's squad?What these transfers say about the current market — and why so many Irish-linked players are heading to England and ScotlandA quick “Green Scene” run-through, tying the transfer chatter into the wider Ireland pictureA deep dive on James McClean after alleged abuse from Rovers fans — is this becoming a recurring issue?Ireland midfield check-in: Browne flying, Knight struggling, Molumby off the pace, Taylor steadyWhat Moran’s move means, Cullen’s absence, Lawal’s role, and whether Azaz is heading deeperAnd as ever, we are looking for your inspiration to help us, fancy getting in touch?You can do so by emailing [email protected] Contact us on socials @offtheball across all our platforms.Or if you want to contact us directly message the @offtheball.football account on Instagram.And as ever, we are on WhatsApp on 087 9 180 180.Become a member and sign up at offtheball.com/join

S26 Ep 130FOOTBALL DAILY: Irish players on the move but some fail to come to fruition, Heimir on the pressure ahead of March, and Infantino on the Russian ban
On Tuesday's Football Daily, Phil Egan brings you the latest from the Irish who made the moves on deadline day, plus Heimir Halgrimsson on the pressure ahead of Ireland's playoff with Czechia.Deadline day movement for Irish players, including who made moves and who stayed putJohnny Kenny joins Bolton on loan from Celtic in search of first-team footballSammie Szmodics heads to Derby County, reuniting with former manager John EustaceAndrew Moran returns to the Championship with a permanent move to PrestonAidomo Emakhu leaves Millwall to sign for Oxford United, while Festy Ebosele stays putMipo Odubeko remains at Shelbourne after a late collapse of his move to Cercle BruggeHeimir Hallgrimsson plays down pressure relief despite Troy Parrott’s winner in HungaryBig Premier League talking points including Burnley Sunderland and Chelsea’s EFL Cup hopesDebate grows over Pep Guardiola’s future at Manchester City after more dropped pointsCristiano Ronaldo’s Al-Nassr future in doubt amid reports of unrest and frustrationBecome a member and sign up at offtheball.com/join
S26 Ep 129JOEY O'BRIEN: ‘Standards are rising’ - O’Brien on Shelbourne's plans for the upcoming League of Ireland season
Ahead of the new 2026 League of Ireland season, Shelbourne head coach Joey O'Brien spoke to our own Stephen Doyle about the 2024 champions ambitions for the season ahead.Joey O’Brien looks ahead to the 2026 League of Ireland season and what to expectAssessing how standards across the league have evolved in recent yearsKey storylines, clubs and players to watch as the campaign gets underwayThe challenges facing players and coaches in a still somewhat a part-time leagueHow the league fits into the wider Irish football pathwayWhy 2026 could be a defining season for the League of IrelandBecome a member and sign up at offtheball.com/join
S26 Ep 128CARLA WARD: 'We know we’re underdogs - but we’ll be ready', Ireland prepare for the World Cup Qualifiers, and O'Sullivan's impact at Liverpool
Republic of Ireland women's national team boss Carla Ward was speaking to Ruairi O'Hagan of Red FM on their visit to Midleton FC on Monday night.Reflecting on her first year in the role and the work done to build a clear on- and off-pitch identity.High praise for Denise O’Sullivan amid her transfer to Liverpool as both a player and a person.Looking ahead to major tests against France and the Netherlands, embracing underdog status.The significance of Páirc Uí Chaoimh and the desire to bring big Ireland games back to Cork.Thoughts on League of Ireland challenges, squad development, and strengthening the backroom team.Become a member and sign up at offtheball.com/join

S26 Ep 122SLIDING DOORS: How Ronaldo nearly ended up at... Glasgow Rangers?
Welcome to a time-travel podcast diving into football’s greatest almost moments — the transfers that came within touching distance of reality, Richie McCormack's Sliding Doors.Sliding Doors goes beyond rumours and gossip to uncover deals that were genuinely on the tableEach episode explores how one decision could have reshaped clubs, careers, and the entire football landscapeFrom whispered negotiations to official bids, this is the anatomy of football’s biggest “what ifs”Think Michael Laudrup to Liverpool, Robert Lewandowski to Blackburn… and yes, Ronaldo to RangersThis episode rewinds to the summer of 1997 — Britpop excess, post-Eurovision Ireland, and a transfer market on the brink of chaosA 20-year-old Ronaldo Nazário is tearing La Liga apart and attracting every giant in European footballBarcelona, Inter, Lazio… and astonishingly, Glasgow Rangers enter the raceWith Champions League ambition and serious financial muscle, Rangers launch a sensational bidInside the negotiations, the contracts, the Nike influence, and the offer that would’ve shocked world footballWhat would it have meant for Scottish football, European competition, and the 1998 World Cup?One signature. One fax. One sliding door — and football history might have looked very differentBecome a member and sign up at offtheball.com/join

S26 Ep 125“There's a quadruple on here!" | Spurs 2-2 Manchester City | The Sunday Kickback | OFF THE BALL
Phil Egan & Keith Treacy bring you all of the reaction from The Tottenham Hotspur Stadium as Arsenal came out the real winners in a clash between Spurs & Man City. A spirited comeback from Thomas Frank’s man was rounded off by a truly WONDERFUL scorpion kick by Dominic Solanke!The Sunday Kickback on Off The Ball with William Hill Ireland.

S26 Ep 124SUNDAY KICKBACK: "[Carrick] certainly making noise" | Manchester United 3 - 2 Fulham | Off The Ball
The two Doyle's are in studio for the first of today's Sunday Kickbacks after their live commentary of a thrilling late win for Manchester United against Fulham in Old Trafford. The Sunday Kickback is on OTB with William Hill Ireland.

S26 Ep 120FINAL ONE STANDING: "This is the greatest team in Europe...and they are booing them off!" | Liverpool's opportunity to bounce back | OFF THE BALL
Michael McCarthy is joined in studio by Shane Hannon and David Wilson for this week's Final One Standing, with a look ahead to this weekend's packed slate of Premier League fixtures, following the final matchday of the Champions League. They are also joined on the line by Lee Phelps of William Hill The Final One Standing on Off The Ball with William Hill

S26 Ep 121FOOTBAL DAILY: Keane and O'Neill avoid Euro reunion, UCL draw, Grealish out for the season and are Liverpool set to dip into the transfer market?
Celtic book their place in the Europa League play-off round with a 4–2 home win over UtrechtMartin O’Neill reflects on Celtic’s European progress and the work paying offO’Neill also gives his thoughts on former Hoops striker Robbie Keane’s early coaching success at FerencvárosNottingham Forest hammer Ferencváros as Sean Dyche reacts to a dominant European nightAston Villa stage a thrilling comeback win as Unai Emery hails a strong group-stage finishSliding Doors podcast launches Monday, exploring football’s strangest almost-transfersEpisode one reveals how Ronaldo nearly swapped Barcelona for RangersArne Slot provides injury updates on Jeremie Frimpong and Ibrahima Konaté ahead of NewcastlePremier League managers react to injury concerns, squad sizes, and looming transfer deadline dramaTransfer moves, loans, and late-window decisions across the UK — plus a Scottish striker heading to Serie ABecome a member and sign up at offtheball.com/join

S26 Ep 118FINAL ONE STANDING:"I wouldn't be at all surprised if Villa went on to win the league" | Can Arsenal bounce back? | OFF THE BALL
Michael McCarthy is joined in studio by Shane Hannon and David Wilson for this week's Final One Standing, with a look ahead to this weekend's packed slate of Premier League fixtures, following the final matchday of the Champions League. They are also joined on the line by Lee Phelps of William Hill The Final One Standing on Off The Ball with William Hill
S26 Ep 116LOI Launch Roundup | Can McClean help bring a title home to Derry?
Will O'Callaghan is joined by Ben Symes to round up some of the voices we heard at the LOI 2026 Launch in Whelan's on Wednesday afternoon.In this episode you can hear from Michael Duffy, Alan Reynolds, Dawson Devoy, Kevin Doherty, Padraig Amond, Brendan Clarke and a feature interview with Shelbourne FC Women's star Pearl Slattery.The full interviews with every clubs representatives will follow on your OTB Podcast feeds over the next few weeks!

S26 Ep 114PRESIDENT'S CUP FINAL PREVIEW: 'We can't stand still in this league... ' | McClean's debut | Chasing Rovers | Grace and Duffy
Ahead of the President's Cup Final this weekend at Tallaght Stadium, where the meeting of the top two of last season takes centre-stage when Shamrock Rovers play Derry City, Lee Grace sat down with Stephen Doyle and Michael Duffy chatted to our own Ben Symes at the League of Ireland launch.Remember you can listen to weekly live and exclusive match commentaries from the League of Ireland this season on Off The Ball and the GoLoud App.Become a member and sign up at offtheball.com/join

S26 Ep 115Transfers that almost happened but… didn’t | Ronaldo’s proposed move to Rangers | And Pele to Hannover?
Richie McCormack chats to Will O’Callaghan about his new Off The Ball original podcast Sliding Doors, a brand new 6-part series detailing football transfers that almost happened… but didn’t.Episode one will be released this Monday telling the story of Ronaldo and how he nearly ended up in Scotland with… Glasgow Rangers.Subscribe in your OTB Football Podcast feed to not miss an episode each and every Monday.Become a member and sign up at offtheball.com/join

S26 Ep 113PEARL SLATTERY: "We'll give everything this year" | Fighting back for the title | New Manager | The Summer Football debate | LOI 2026 Season Launch
Stephen Doyle caught up with Shelbourne Captain Pearl Slattery yesterday at the LOI 2026 Season Launch to look ahead at the new season as the Dublin club enter this edition of the Women's Premier Division with a new Manager in Sean Russell. Pearl also talks about the tough season they had last year, ultimately losing out on both FAI Cup and league title.

S26 Ep 112FOOTBALL DAILY: Mourinho's Champions League thriller, Keane on Ferencvaros ambitions, Kenny on the climate, and Ferguson's rotten injury luck continues
Dramatic final night of Champions League action across EuropeFive Premier League sides secure direct passage to the last 16Benfica snatch qualification with a 98th-minute goalkeeper headerJose Mourinho reacts to one of the most remarkable moments of his careerLiverpool, Chelsea, Tottenham, Arsenal and Man City all progressNewcastle face a Champions League play-off despite drawing with PSGBodo/Glimt continue their fairytale run with a win over Atletico MadridCeltic gear up for a must-win Europa League clash with FC UtrechtEuropa League updates including Ferencváros, Aston Villa and RomaStephen Kenny looks ahead to the new League of Ireland seasonBecome a member and sign up at offtheball.com/join

S26 Ep 110One of the great footballing nights… but was it worth it? | ‘I LOVED the madness!’ | Thursday’s Papers | OFF THE BALL BREAKFAST
Ger Gilroy, Colm Boohig & Dara Smith-Naughton bring you all of the latest sport thing news the morning after an absolutely outrageous end to the league phase of the Champions League - with a certain Jose Mourinho stealing the headlines once again! There is also chat around the loss of both Bundee Aki & Hugo Keenan ahead of Ireland’s Six Nations opener this day next week…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

S26 Ep 108HANNAH WAESCH & JOHN SULLIVAN: "A near-perfect season will be needed" | Athlone Town's Double winners | Building on last year | LOI 2026 Season Launch
Athlone Town Manager John Sullivan and Captain Hannah Waesch joined Will O'Callaghan earlier today at the LOI 2026 Season launch to look ahead at the 2025 Double winner's campaign to defend their status as the top team in Irish Women's Football.

S26 Ep 105FOOTBALL DAILY: Your guide to the final round of Champions League action, how can Ireland make the most of their winter football facilities and O'Sullivan's return to Liverpool
On Wednesday's Football Daily, Phil Egan has the latest ahead of a huge final night of Champions League action.Pep Guardiola on his top 8 ambitions.Mikel Arteta on not panicking.Christian Norgaard on lack of appearances at the Gunners.Thomas Frank on the Champions League run.Eddie Howe on Newcastle injury worries.Luis Enrique on PSG revenge.Liam Rosenior on the Cole Palmer links to Manchester United.Antonio Conte on the differences between Chelsea and Napoli.Should more football be played in the summer? Owen Elding's transfer to Hibernian. And Denise O'Sullivan on leaving the US for Liverpool. Become a member and subscribe at offtheball.com/join

S26 Ep 106STEPHEN KENNY: “I wouldn’t underestimate us for one moment” | Hopes & Aspirations for the new season | Summer Football | LOI 2026 Season Launch
Former Ireland and current St Patrick's Athletic manager Stephen Kenny joined Will O'Callaghan earlier on during the LOI Launch to discuss the upcoming Premier Division season as well as the current debate over Summer schedules and the race for European qualification.

S26 Ep 107STEPHEN BRADLEY: "This year is no different" | LOI Players in the World Cup | Summer Football | LOI 2026 Season Launch
Shamrock Rovers manager Stephen Bradley joined Stephen Doyle at the 2026 LOI Season launch earlier today to look ahead at the upcoming season as the Hoops look to defend both the Premier Division and the FAI Cup as well as qualify for the League Phase of a European Competition for the third year in a row.

S26 Ep 104‘A compulsory switch to summer football is not the solution…’ | Shane Keegan | OFF THE BALL BREAKFAST
Former LOI boss, current member of the Wexford hurling management ticket & head of games at Laois GAA - Shane Keegan - joins Ger Gilroy & Colm Boohig on the line to talk all things grassroots football in Ireland, following on from this weekend’s Football Saturday conversation!Shane makes the case as to why a compulsory switch to summer football is not quite as simple as it seems & may cause more problems than perhaps are being recognised…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

S26 Ep 103DENISE O'SULLIVAN | "It's MY decision" | Move to Liverpool | Playing as a 10 | Off The Ball
Denise O'Sullivan joins Eoin this evening to talk about her huge move to WSL side Liverpool, what it means for the Irish Women's National Team, and her experiences so far at the clubFootball on Off The Ball with William Hill

S26 Ep 99Ireland's forgotten man, Elding's move to Hibs, which Irish players are on the move, and Ireland fans in Trump's America | OUTSIDE THE BOX
Join Matthew Brennan, Ben Symes and David Wilson as they delve into the biggest stories this week in the world of Irish football.Alan Browne has had one of the better seasons of the Irish players in the English Championship and Matthew calls for his inclusion in the next ROI squad.Also Matthew goes through his Irish EFL team of the week, and what players could step up in the future to don the green shirt.Eiran Cashin's resurgence at Blackburn Rovers is a positive but how high is his ceiling?Owen Elding is the latest young prodigy to make the move across to the UK, but did the Bit O'Red get hard done by a measly transfer fee?Jack Moylan has made the move in recent years, and is finding his feet at Lincoln City.There is debate around summer football and the FAI pathways plan.Is there enough investment into football facilities in the country?Do other sports hold too much sway over football in the country, and why can't we all just get along?And with Donald Trump's America continuing to grab the headlines globally, we ponder do we even need to be there at the World Cup in the first place?And as ever, we are looking for your inspiration to help us, fancy getting in touch?You can do so by emailing [email protected] Contact us on socials @offtheball across all our platforms.Or if you want to contact us directly message the @offtheball.football account on Instagram.And as ever, we are on WhatsApp on 087 9 180 180.Become a member and sign up at offtheball.com/join

S26 Ep 101The COYGIG Pod Ep. 168 | City cement title hopes | Liverpool secure first league win
Kathleen McNamee is joined by Karen Duggan to chat through a weekend which saw Manchester City fly nine points ahead in the Women's Super League while the bottom four saw some interesting results in what is turning into an intriguing relegation race. 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

S26 Ep 100ALIGNED CALENDAR NEEDED? | "Can we do better?" | Need for summer soccer | FAI Pathways Plan | Tommy Martin | Off The Ball
Eoin Sheahan is joined this evening by Virgin Media's Tommy Martin to discuss what he has called the "ill-fated" FAI Pathways Plan, and the need to reevaluate the soccer calendar to ensure that kids are not going months without playing because of poor weather conditions impacting pitches.Football on Off The Ball with William Hill

S26 Ep 98FOOTBALL DAILY: LOI star on the way across the water, pressure on Arteta's Arsenal and Ireland's oldest EFL player on storied career
On Tuesday's Football Daily, Phil Egan has the latest as an LOI star, Owen Elding looks set to leave Sligo Rovers to join Hibernian in Scotland.Elding on his way to Hibs.Everton come back to earn a point.Leeds happy with where they are.Thierno Barry's continued red-hot run.Should there be pressure on Mikel Arteta as Arsenal boss?Michael Carrick to be missing a key player who could also miss a potential clash with Ireland.Transfer window heats up.And Joe Murphy on a storied career in the EFL and Premier League.Become a member and subscribe at offtheball.com/join

S26 Ep 96JOHN BISHOP: ‘It’s like Ronnie Whelan’s foot… wasn’t a foot!’ | OFF THE BALL BREAKFAST
Colm Boohig sits down with the ever-fascinating John Bishop ahead of the release of ‘Is This Thing On?’ - a movie inspired by his life, starring Will Arnett, Laura Dern & Bradley Cooper, among others!There’s chat around the movie itself, John’s favourite comedians, his love for Tommy Tiernan as well as love for Liverpool - and how impressed he was with Ronnie Whelan!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

S26 Ep 94FOOTBALL DAILY: United stun Arsenal but are the Gunners beginning to falter? Is Carrick the man long-term? And Ferguson's Roma no-show
On Monday's Football Daily, Phil Egan has the latest as Manchester United shock Arsenal to move into the top 4 of the Premier League.Glorious Matheus Cunha strike.Patrick Dorgu's thunderbolt.Arsenal's goal-scoring worries.Arteta on the pressure of the Arsenal crowd.Michael Carrick on a whirlwind few weeks.Roy Keane on who should be in the United hot-seat full time.Patrick Vieira on Arsenal's title credentials.Martin O'Neill on a strong Celtic showing.Eddie Howe on Bruno Guimaraes' fitness and his hopeful comeback.Unai Emery on chasing Manchester City and Arsenal.A good day for Nottingham Forest.David Moyes on the striking options at Everton.And Evan Ferguson an unused substitute for Roma in their draw with AC Milan.Become a member and subscribe at offtheball.com/join

S26 Ep 92‘It was incredible!’ | Arsenal 2-3 Manchester United | The Sunday Kickback | OFF THE BALL
Stephen Doyle & Gary Breen bring you all of the reaction from The Emirates as Michael Carrick’s Manchester United pulled off a SHOCK win over Arsenal courtesy of a couple of remarkable goals from Patrick Dorgu & Matheus Cunha - seeing Arsenal end the weekend just 4 points clear at the top!The Sunday Kickback on Off The Ball with William Hill Ireland.

S26 Ep 91THE SUNDAY KICKBACK: ’I don’t think they’ll be dragged into that relegation battle…’ | Crystal Palace 1-3 Chelsea | OFF THE BALL
Phil Egan & Brian Kerr are on hand to bring you all of the reaction from Selhurst Park as Chelsea recorded a comfortable victory over their London rivals Crystal Palace!The Sunday Kickback on Off The Ball w/ William Hill Ireland.

S26 Ep 88FOOTBALL DAILY: Ferguson's Roman empire, Celtic's Italian Job, and Slot on the Szoboszlai impact
On Friday's Football Daily, Phil Egan has the latest as Evan Ferguson puts in a strong showing for Roma in the Europa League.Will Ferguson stay in the Italian capital?Martin O'Neill on a strong Celtic showing.Eddie Howe on Bruno Guimaraes' fitness.Unai Emery on chasing the Europa League dream.A miserable night for Nottingham Forest.Nuno on Lucas Paquetá future.Robbie Keane's Ferencvaros keep fighting in the Europa League.And Trinity Rodman breaks records.Become a member and subscribe at offtheball.com/join

S26 Ep 87FINAL ONE STANDING: ‘We’re probably still underrating Arsenal a little bit!’ | Chaotic Champions League week | Premier League
Will send on a title for the full piece shortly, but here's a description that'll work for both: Ger Gilroy is joined in studio by Ben Symes and David Wilson for this week’s Final One Standing, looking ahead to an action-packed weekend of the Premier League, after a chaotic Champions League week. They are also joined by Lee Phelps of William Hill. The Final One Standing on Off The Ball with William Hill.

S26 Ep 86FINAL ONE STANDING: ‘Are Spurs a big club, really?’ | Chaotic Champions League week | Premier League
Ger Gilroy is joined in studio by Ben Symes and David Wilson for this week’s Final One Standing, looking ahead to an action-packed weekend of the Premier League, after a chaotic Champions League week. They are also joined by Lee Phelps of William Hill. The Final One Standing on Off The Ball with William Hill.

S26 Ep 81FOOTBALL DAILY: 'I find it hard to listen to you Jamie... ' Slot takes on Carra, LinkedIn Rosenior and Infantino's relationship with Trump
On Thursday's Football Daily, Phil Egan has the latest as Liverpool record a big win away in France against Marseille, and Newcastle and Chelsea take leaps towards the next round.Arne Slot on Liverpool luck.Taking on Jamie Carragher.Eddie Howe on the PSG challenge.Liam Rosenior on a tough night for Chelsea against Pafos.Bayern's Kane just keeps on scoring.Celtic have a huge European night ahead of them in Italy.Robbie Keane's Ferencvaros take on Panathanaikos.And FIFA's relationship with Donald Trump.Become a member and subscribe at offtheball.com/join

S26 Ep 82WOTS | Ep.35 'Sacked in the morning?" | "In rugby they use the term 'let go'" | More patience? | Word On The Street
Happy Thursday everyone! Word On The Street is back asking for YOUR opinions. In a wake of a wave of 'sackings' in the football and, unusually, the rugby world, we're looking at whether the Irish public think managers deserve more patience. Is rugby becoming too much like the Premier League..? Or maybe we should just all "follow the GAA!"Have a topic or thought in mind? Send us a DM on @offtheball on all our social platforms or send us a WhatsApp at 087 9 180 180!

S26 Ep 77FOOTBALL DAILY: Pep's City frozen in the Arctic, Arteta's mentality monsters and an Irish striker is on the move, but which one?
On Wednesday's Football Daily, Phil Egan has the latest as Manchester City suffer a shock defeat to Bodo/Glimt in the Arctic.Pep's City day coming to an end?Has he changed his philosophy?Spurs' Thomas Frank brings the positive vibes.Mikel Arteta on his Arsenal mentality monsters.PSG shocked in Lisbon.Mo Salah returns to Liverpool.Eddie Howe on the Bobby Robson influence.Liam Rosenior not taking Pafos FC for granted.Michael Obafemi moves back to England.And where should Michael Noonan end up?Become a member and subscribe at offtheball.com/join
S26 Ep 73'I'd be OUTRAGEOUSLY surprised to see that happen!' | Could Ferguson become victim to the striker merry-go-round? | Where should Noonan go? | OUTSIDE THE BOX
Join Matthew Brennan, Ben Symes and David Wilson as they delve into the biggest stories this week in the world of Irish football.Could Evan Ferguson be on his way out of Roma, and is a move back to the Premier League a good move for his development?What is the latest on Troy Parrott? We hear the latest from David's trip to the Netherlands to see him play.And what about Anselmo Garcia McNulty, could he be next in line for an Ireland squad?James McClean is back in the League of Ireland, but what other players have also been on the move?The lads get into debate about where Michael Noonan should make his next move to. Should it be Europe, should it be the UK, or should he stay at Shamrock Rovers?There is debate about who starts up front for the game against Czechia in Prague.And what should be the midfield for that game in the Czech Republic?And as ever, we are looking for your inspiration to help us, fancy getting in touch?You can do so by emailing [email protected] Contact us on socials @offtheball across all our platforms.Or if you want to contact us directly message the @offtheball.football account on Instagram.And as ever, we are on WhatsApp on 087 9 180 180.Become a member and sign up at offtheball.com/join

S26 Ep 72FOOTBALL DAILY: Ireland's new assistant coach, Spurs Frank about his future, Shels the data guys and Parrott on his way to Leeds?
On Tuesday's Football Daily, Phil Egan has the latest as Carla Ward names her new assistant coach in Gary Cronin.Spurs Thomas Frank on his future.Pep Guardiola happy with the City board but concerned about Bodo/Glimt's plastic pitch.Mikel Arteta on a busy Arsenal schedule.Gabriel Jesus on his way back to Brazil?Full Champions League round of fixtures.Manchester United look for a new midfielder.Brighton's Greek wonderkid.Troy Parrott to leave for Leeds United?And the clubs in the League of Ireland scramble to get deals done.Become a member and subscribe at offtheball.com/join

S26 Ep 70The COYGIG Pod Ep. 167 | "Always a dream for me to play in England" | KELLY BRADY
Kathleen McNamee is joined by Kelly Brady to take a look back at her incredible season last year with Athlone FC and her recent move to Crystal Palace F.C. Women to play in the WSL 2. 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

S26 Ep 67FOOTBALL DAILY: 'If El-Hadji Diouf is your peacemaker, how bonkers is the situation?!' AFCON final fallout, Parrott's new boss, and Klopp on Madrid chatter
On Monday's Football Daily, Phil Egan has the latest from Morocco as the fallout to the 2026 African Cup of Nations final continues.Captain Sadio Mane on taking Senegal back on the pitch.Jonathan Wilson on the craziness of the situation.Troy Parrott to have a new boss at AZ Alkmaar.David Moyes on the good vibes, and the good-natured Jack Grealish.Unai Emery needs reinforcements at Aston Villa.Eddie Howe on a poor away day for Newcastle United.Rob Edwards on the improvement that Wolves are making.Thomas Frank under even more pressure as Spurs get ready to welcome Borussia Dortmund in the Champions League.Real Madrid and Jurgen Klopp continue to be linked.And a dream debut for Denise O'Sullivan at Liverpool.Become a member and subscribe at offtheball.com/join

S26 Ep 64WOLVES 0-0 NEWCASTLE: "It was great to be spared the idea of picking a MOTM" | THE SUNDAY KICKBACK
Richie McCormack and former Ireland manager Brian Kerr are on hand to bring you immediate reaction to the quite uneventful match between Wolverhampton Wanderers and Newcastle United in the first of our Newstalk live commentaries. The Sunday Kickback on Off The Ball is presented by William Hill

S26 Ep 65ASTON VILLA 0-1 EVERTON: "Going after Europe has to be it for Everton" | THE SUNDAY KICKBACK
Stephen Doyle and Vinny Perth are on hand to bring you immediate reaction to Everton's win away to Aston Villa on a day where Villa have let title rivals Arsenal inch further ahead in the second of our Newstalk live commentaries. The Sunday Kickback on Off The Ball is presented by William Hill

S26 Ep 61FOOTBALL DAILY: The return of the Egyptian King, wash your hands Chelsea, and Dundalk's Leonard coveted by a host of clubs
On Friday's Football Daily, Phil Egan has the latest ahead of the return of the Premier League.Arne Slot gets ready to welcome back Salah... next week.Liam Rosenior's Chelsea struck down by a virus.Why Manchester United need to get their next appointment right.Aston Villa ship Donyell Malen to Roma as Ferguson faces more competition.Dundalk's Vinnie Leonard linked to a host of Premier League clubs.Nuno Espirito Santo wants Paquetá future resolved.Spurs dealt injury blow.Parker wants Burnley reinforcements.And should V-A-R be binned altogether?Become a member and subscribe at offtheball.com/join

S26 Ep 60FINAL ONE STANDING: ‘I’d have concerns about how Spurs are run!’ | The Manchester Derby
Ger Gilroy is joined in studio by Ben Symes and Mick McCarthy for this week’s Final One Standing, as the Premier League returns following a weekend break for the FA Cup, and there’s the small matter of the Manchester Derby to discuss. Lee Phelps from William Hill also joins the lads to preview the weekend’s action. The Final One Standing on Off The Ball with William Hill.

S26 Ep 58THE KICK OFF: “A Nation Holds Its Breath'': The Art Of Commentary With George Hamilton
The voice of Irish football for decades.Cathal is joined by broadcaster George Hamilton for this special episode of The Kick Off. The lads chat about the art of match commentary and what goes into bringing the game to life.Become a member and subscribe at offtheball.com/join