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The COYGIG Pod Ep 169 | Arsenal are champions of the world (kinda) | Transfer Deadline Day | Chelsea collapse vs. City

04 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

It's been a dramatic couple of days of football as the transfer deadline day approached, Arsenal oversaw Corinthians in an entertaining inaugural wome...

FOOTBALL 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

04 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

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 i...

Going 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

03 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

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-focu...

FOOTBALL 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

03 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

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 pressur...

JOEY O'BRIEN: ‘Standards are rising’ - O’Brien on Shelbourne's plans for the upcoming League of Ireland season

03 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

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 f...

CARLA 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

03 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

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.Refle...

SLIDING DOORS: How Ronaldo nearly ended up at... Glasgow Rangers?

02 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to a time-travel podcast diving into football’s greatest almost moments — the transfers that came within touching distance of reality, Ric...

“There's a quadruple on here!" | Spurs 2-2 Manchester City | The Sunday Kickback | OFF THE BALL

01 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

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 ...

SUNDAY KICKBACK: "[Carrick] certainly making noise" | Manchester United 3 - 2 Fulham | Off The Ball

01 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

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 agai...

FOOTBAL 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?

30 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

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 progres...

FINAL ONE STANDING: "This is the greatest team in Europe...and they are booing them off!" | Liverpool's opportunity to bounce back | OFF THE BALL

30 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

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 s...

FINAL ONE STANDING:"I wouldn't be at all surprised if Villa went on to win the league" | Can Arsenal bounce back? | OFF THE BALL

30 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

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 s...

LOI Launch Roundup | Can McClean help bring a title home to Derry?

29 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

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 epis...

PRESIDENT'S CUP FINAL PREVIEW: 'We can't stand still in this league... ' | McClean's debut | Chasing Rovers | Grace and Duffy

29 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

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 ...

PEARL SLATTERY: "We'll give everything this year" | Fighting back for the title | New Manager | The Summer Football debate | LOI 2026 Season Launch

29 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

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 c...

Transfers that almost happened but… didn’t | Ronaldo’s proposed move to Rangers | And Pele to Hannover?

29 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

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 t...

FOOTBALL DAILY: Mourinho's Champions League thriller, Keane on Ferencvaros ambitions, Kenny on the climate, and Ferguson's rotten injury luck continues

29 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Dramatic final night of Champions League action across EuropeFive Premier League sides secure direct passage to the last 16Benfica snatch qualificatio...

One of the great footballing nights… but was it worth it? | ‘I LOVED the madness!’ | Thursday’s Papers | OFF THE BALL BREAKFAST

29 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

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 l...

FOOTBALL 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

28 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

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.Mi...

STEPHEN KENNY: “I wouldn’t underestimate us for one moment” | Hopes & Aspirations for the new season | Summer Football | LOI 2026 Season Launch

28 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Former Ireland and current St Patrick's Athletic manager Stephen Kenny joined Will O'Callaghan earlier on during the LOI Launch to discuss the upcomin...

HANNAH WAESCH & JOHN SULLIVAN: "A near-perfect season will be needed" | Athlone Town's Double winners | Building on last year | LOI 2026 Season Launch

28 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

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 ...

STEPHEN BRADLEY: "This year is no different" | LOI Players in the World Cup | Summer Football | LOI 2026 Season Launch

28 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

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 H...

‘A compulsory switch to summer football is not the solution…’ | Shane Keegan | OFF THE BALL BREAKFAST

28 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Former LOI boss, current member of the Wexford hurling management ticket & head of games at Laois GAA - Shane Keegan - joins Ger Gilroy & Colm...

Ireland'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

27 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

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 o...

DENISE O'SULLIVAN | "It's MY decision" | Move to Liverpool | Playing as a 10 | Off The Ball

27 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

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 he...

ALIGNED CALENDAR NEEDED? | "Can we do better?" | Need for summer soccer | FAI Pathways Plan | Tommy Martin | Off The Ball

27 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

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 re...

FOOTBALL DAILY: LOI star on the way across the water, pressure on Arteta's Arsenal and Ireland's oldest EFL player on storied career

27 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

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...

JOHN BISHOP: ‘It’s like Ronnie Whelan’s foot… wasn’t a foot!’ | OFF THE BALL BREAKFAST

27 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

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, star...

FOOTBALL DAILY: United stun Arsenal but are the Gunners beginning to falter? Is Carrick the man long-term? And Ferguson's Roma no-show

26 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

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 ...

‘It was incredible!’ | Arsenal 2-3 Manchester United | The Sunday Kickback | OFF THE BALL

25 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

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 Ar...

THE SUNDAY KICKBACK: ’I don’t think they’ll be dragged into that relegation battle…’ | Crystal Palace 1-3 Chelsea | OFF THE BALL

25 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

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...

FOOTBALL DAILY: Ferguson's Roman empire, Celtic's Italian Job, and Slot on the Szoboszlai impact

23 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

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...

FINAL ONE STANDING: ‘We’re probably still underrating Arsenal a little bit!’ | Chaotic Champions League week | Premier League

23 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

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 ...

FINAL ONE STANDING: ‘Are Spurs a big club, really?’ | Chaotic Champions League week | Premier League

23 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

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 Pr...

FOOTBALL DAILY: 'I find it hard to listen to you Jamie... ' Slot takes on Carra, LinkedIn Rosenior and Infantino's relationship with Trump

22 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

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 ...

WOTS | Ep.35 'Sacked in the morning?" | "In rugby they use the term 'let go'" | More patience? | Word On The Street

22 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

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, t...

FOOTBALL DAILY: Pep's City frozen in the Arctic, Arteta's mentality monsters and an Irish striker is on the move, but which one?

21 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

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 ...

'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

20 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

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 b...

The COYGIG Pod Ep. 168 | City cement title hopes | Liverpool secure first league win

20 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

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...

FOOTBALL DAILY: Ireland's new assistant coach, Spurs Frank about his future, Shels the data guys and Parrott on his way to Leeds?

20 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

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 ...

The COYGIG Pod Ep. 167 | "Always a dream for me to play in England" | KELLY BRADY

20 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

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...

FOOTBALL 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

19 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

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...

WOLVES 0-0 NEWCASTLE: "It was great to be spared the idea of picking a MOTM" | THE SUNDAY KICKBACK

18 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Richie McCormack and former Ireland manager Brian Kerr are on hand to bring you immediate reaction to the quite uneventful match between Wolverhampton...

ASTON VILLA 0-1 EVERTON: "Going after Europe has to be it for Everton" | THE SUNDAY KICKBACK

18 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

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 riv...

FOOTBALL DAILY: The return of the Egyptian King, wash your hands Chelsea, and Dundalk's Leonard coveted by a host of clubs

16 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

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...

FINAL ONE STANDING: ‘I’d have concerns about how Spurs are run!’ | The Manchester Derby

16 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

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 ...

THE KICK OFF: “A Nation Holds Its Breath'': The Art Of Commentary With George Hamilton

16 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

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 ...

FINAL ONE STANDING: ‘I can’t see how Manchester City don’t win this game!’ | The Manchester Derby

16 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

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 ...

KEITH FRIDAY | "It's a strange one!" | Hattricks, rival jerseys, and more! | Keith Treacy | OTB

16 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

It's Colm Boohig, Arthur O'Dea, Dara Smith-Naughton, and Keith… Friday! They're here to answer your nosiest and wackiest questions to welcome in the...

FOOTBALL DAILY | Hat-trick hero Parrott strikes again, could Kelleher go to Chelsea? And Shels splash the cash

15 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

On Thursday's Football Daily, Phil Egan has the latest from the Netherlands as Troy Parrott nets a hat-trick against Ajax.Parrott condemns Ajax to the...

WORD ON THE STREET Ep.33 'Lights, Camera, Action' | What makes a good sports doc? | Flops and success stories | Off The Ball

15 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Happy Thursday everyone! Word On The Street is back asking for YOUR opinions. This week we wanted to know all about your favourite sports documentarie...

'GET OUT OF CELTIC... ' | Kenny's future | Which Irish players should make January moves? | Is Scottish football good for Irish development? | OUTSIDE THE BOX

14 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Join Matthew Brennan, Ben Symes and David Wilson as they debate which Irish players should move where during the January transfer window?Off The Ball ...

BARRY ROBSON: 'Nothing in football comes easy...' | Cork City's new boss on taking them back to the top

14 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Cork City's new man in charge Barry Robson spoke to Red FM's Ruairi O'Hagan ahead of the new season and what his plans are to take the club back to th...

FOOTBALL DAILY | Off The Ball announce bumper LOI rights deal | Shamrock Rovers welcome Dundalk to kick off the season's coverage

14 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

On Wednesday's Football Daily, Phil Egan has the latest as Off The Ball and the League of Ireland increase their rights to broadcast games on national...

THE COYGIG POD Ep. 166 | WSL Returns! | O'Sullivan rumours | Man City's strengths | Off The Ball

14 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The WSL is back after the winter break and so is the COYGIG podcast! Join Scarlett Herron and Karen Duggan as they chat through the latest transfer ru...

FOOTBALL DAILY: Bazunu makes his move, its not Solskjaer it's Carrick, Hourihane hits out at Dom, and a boost for Ferguson?

13 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

On Tuesday's Football Daily, Phil Egan has the latest as Manchester United get set to name Michael Carrick as their interim manager until the end of t...

FOOTBALL DAILY 'It could get worse before it gets better... ' United horror continues as Carrick waits in the wings, Hourihane takes on Liverpool and Barca win the Supercopa

12 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

On Monday's Football Daily, Phil Egan has the latest after a big weekend of FA Cup action, plus there is fallout from all the action in Europe as Barc...

THE FOOTBALL HOUR: The Magic of the FA Cup & the Managerial Merry Go-Round | Nollaig Na mBan Special | OFF THE BALL

11 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

On a very special Nollaig Na mBan edition of Off The Ball Sunday, Eve Conway is joined firstly by OTB's own Kathleen McNamee to bring you the latest f...

LOUISE QUINN: "While I was playing for my club, the Irish team was always in my mind | OFF THE BALL

11 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

On a very special Nollaig Na mBan edition of Off The Ball Sunday, Eve Conway and Kathleen McNamee are joined by former Republic of Ireland Internation...

FOOTBALL DAILY : 'He was a big part of me coming here... ' Omobamidele on Rosenior's impact at Strasbourg, Keane picks the next United boss, and Arteta defends Martinelli

09 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

On Friday's Football Daily, Phil Egan has the latest ahead of a huge weekend of FA Cup third round action, plus there is a look back at last night's s...

FINAL ONE STANDING: ‘I think Thomas Frank needs to win this game!’ | The FA Cup weekend

09 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Ger Gilroy is joined by Mick McCarthy, Shane Hannon and David Wilson in studio for this week’s Final One Standing looking ahead to the weekend’s F...

FINAL ONE STANDING: ‘We’re judging Manchester City on legacy…’ | The FA Cup weekend

09 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Ger Gilroy is joined by Mick McCarthy, Shane Hannon and David Wilson in studio for this week’s Final One Standing looking ahead to the weekend’s F...

THE KICK OFF | Kevin Kilbane Gives His Honest Review of 'Saipan'

09 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

He’s seen the movie — and he has some thoughts!Cathal is joined by former Republic of Ireland international Kevin Kilbane to chat about Manchester...

FOOTBALL DAILY: 'A lot of personality, resilience... ' Andrews Brentford chase the Champions League | Pico Lopes on World Cup '26 | Arsenal and Liverpool in a clash of champions?

08 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

On Thursday's Football Daily, Phil Egan has the latest ahead of a huge Premier League game between Arsenal and Liverpool in North London tonight.Arne ...

FOOTBALL DAILY | Forza Roma Forza Ferguson, United begin Fletcher era but Solskjaer and Carrick wait in the wings, and are multi-club ownerships harming football?

07 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

On Wednesday's Football Daily, Phil Egan has the latest from Italy, as Roma, and Ireland's Evan Ferguson scores again as the Giallorossi go in search ...

PICO LOPES: Balancing LOI, Cape Verde at the World Cup and Parenthood | OFF THE BALL

07 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Eoin Sheehan is joined by Shamrock Rovers captain and Cape Verde International Robert 'Pico' Lopes to discuss his goals for the year between Shamrock ...

OUTSIDE THE BOX | Andrews' Brentford just keep rolling on | Jimmy's winning QPR matches | Celtic turmoil

06 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Join Matthew Brennan, Ben Symes and David Wilson as they review the best of the Irish across the water over the Christmas period.Matthew and David tel...

FOOTBALL DAILY | 'It sounds like United could potentially go down that path... ' | Ole to return to the wheel? | Rosenior is a Blue | O'Neill is a Celt again

06 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

On Tuesday's Football Daily, Phil Egan has the latest from Manchester United's manager search as the hunt goes on for Ruben Amorim's successor, whilst...

FOOTBALL DAILY | Amorim's sacked by Manchester United, Fletcher to take the reins, is Glasner the man? And Rosenior's date with Chelsea

05 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

On Monday's Football Daily, Phil Egan has the latest from Manchester United's decision to sack head coach Ruben Amorim.Amorim's tenure lasts just 14 m...

FULHAM 2-2 LIVERPOOL: "That's one of the goals of the year" | THE SUNDAY KICKBACK

04 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Phil Egan and Brian Kerr are on hand to bring you immediate reaction to the late drama at Craven Cottage where Cody Gakpo thought he got Liverpool's w...

MANCHESTER CITY 1-1 CHELSEA: "I did think it was a smash and grab for Chelsea" | THE SUNDAY KICKBACK

04 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Stephen Doyle and Keith Treacy are on hand to bring you immediate reaction to the tight encounter at the Etihad Stadium which saw Chelsea equalise in ...

THE FOOTBALL GREEN SCENE EP.15: Matthew's team of the half-season | OFF THE BALL BREAKFAST

31 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

It might be the festive period but the English Football League doesn't stop and neither does our resident Irish football expert, Matthew Brennan. He...

SUNDERLAND 1-1 LEEDS UNITED: "It was very end to end the whole match" | THE SUNDAY KICKBACK

28 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Phil Egan and Keith Treacy are on hand to bring you immediate reaction to the stalemate at the Stadium of Light as Sunderland and Leeds United shared ...

CRYSTAL PALACE 0-1 TOTTENHAM HOTSPUR: "They were shocking today" | THE SUNDAY KICKBACK

28 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

SStephen Doyle and Vinny Perth are on hand to bring you all the reaction to Tottenham Hotspur's competent win away to Crystal Palace at Selhurst Park ...

Kevin Kilbane's Top 5 sporting moments of 2025 | OFF THE BALL BREAKFAST

26 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

It really has been a remarkable sporting year! To recap all of the lows and highs of sport in 2025, Colm Boohig was joined by the 110-capped Irish int...

OTB's Christmas Wishlist | "So unrealistic I didn't bother to mention it" | Irish Sports in 2026

23 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Happy Christmas Eve Eve! 🎄Looking forward to another exciting year of sport, Mick, Eoin, Ben, and Susanna have written their 2026 Christmas Sportin...

The Football Show: “There was nothing in place for ex-Irish footballers!” | IPFBA

23 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Ben Symes is joined by Martin Lawlor, Secretary of the Irish Professional Footballers Benevolent Association and Dr Alan Byrne the FAI’...

JONATHAN WILSON: "This is not a newly promoted side, this is the biggest club in England" | OFF THE BALL BREAKFAST

22 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Jonathan Wilson joins Ger Gilroy and Colm Boohig to review the weekend's Premier League action including the current outlook on a mixed run of form fo...

GUILLEM BALAGUE: "The story isn't Unai Emery, the story is Aston Villa!" | OFF THE BALL BREAKFAST

22 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Football Writer Guillem Balague joins Ger Gilroy at a convenient time as he talks about his new book: Rise of the Villans: Inside Unai Emery's Aston V...

UNLOCKED - THE SUNDAY PAPER REVIEW | ‘Which part is outraging you the most!?…’ | OFF THE BALL

21 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Here is a free segment this week’s Sunday Paper Review where Adrian Barry is joined by Sarah O’Donovan & Paul O’Hehir to talk about last nig...

ASTON VILLA 2-1 MANCHESTER UNITED: "He's proved that he's an exceptional player" | THE SUNDAY KICKBACK

21 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Stephen Doyle and Brian Kerr are on hand to bring you immediate reaction to the tight encounter at Villa Park which saw the Claret & Blue side cla...

Final One Standing: "You think Manchester United fans can trust their club?" | Classic Spurs | Off The Ball

19 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

The Final One Standing returns with Lee Phelps of William Hill joining Ger Gilroy, Mick McCarthy, Shane Hannon and Ben Symes to bring you Off The Ball...

Final One Standing: "He's like a cockroach!" | When do you pick Wolves? | Off The Ball

19 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

The Final One Standing is back and Ger Gilroy is joined this week by Mick McCarthy, Shane Hannon and Ben Symes to unpack the upcoming fixtures in...

FOOTBALL DAILY | Change at Rovers | Slot and Salah make up | Fixture congestion | Off The Ball

19 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

On Friday's Football Daily, Phil Egan has the latest ahead of a busy Premier League weekend Shamrock Rovers and Shels bid goodbye to EurpoeMcPhail dep...

WOTS: "I say boxing day.. Jesus Christ Eve!" | Christmas Special | Dartsmas and Sporting Traditions

18 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Happy (Early) Christmas from the Word On The Street gang!What better way to celebrate our two-way conversation this festive season than by finding out...

FOOTBALL DAILY | Celtic's losing streak continues | Shels and Rovers in Europe | Brentford out of EFL Cup | Keane signs new deal | Off The Ball

18 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

On Thursday's Football Daily, Eve Conway has the latest ahead of a night of European action for Shelbourne and Shamrock Rovers Nancy on Celtic's poor ...

The COYGIG Pod Ep. 165 | Shaw's centurion goal(s) | Investment in the transfer window

17 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Scarlett Herron and Karen Duggan reflect on the latest WSL action over the weekend including Bunny Shaw joining the centurion club while also looking ...

FOOTBALL DAILY | Andrews looks ahead to City clash | New FAI appointment | Celtic pressure | Off The Ball

17 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

On Wednesday's Football Daily, Phil Egan has the latest ahead of the Carabao Cup action tonight and a look back at yesterday's action. FAI appoint new...

Inside Iceland: The rise of Heimir HallgrÍmsson | World Class football facilities in the Winter

16 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Last week our reporter Ben Symes travelled up to Reykjavik, the capital city of Iceland to get some more insight into the background of the Irish men’...

PAT DEVLIN | "Totally engulfed in football" | Memories at Bray | Off The Ball

16 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Eoin Sheahan is joined by Pat Devlin in studio today after the announcement that he will depart Bray Wanderers after 40 years. He reflects on his memo...

Emma Byrne : "The first time I felt that we are equal!" | Life at Lewes | Off The Ball

16 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Emma Byrne joins Eoin Sheahan to discuss her new life as head coach of Lewes FC and the latest WSL news.  Football on Off The Ball with Will...

FOOTBALL DAILY | Bohs and Pats set for Lansdowne showdown, Ferguson's Roma win again, Amorim asks are you not entertained?

16 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

On Tuesday's Football Daily, Phil Egan has the latest after Manchester United's Premier League thriller with Bournemouth resulted in a 4-all draw, plu...

Outside The Box | 'One of the greatest days I have ever had... ' | OTB in Iceland, Heimir's aura and what can Irish football fans look forward to in 2026?

15 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Join Matthew Brennan, Ben Symes and David Wilson as they look back at Irish football's 2025 and what we can look forward to in 2026.Ben tells us about...

MONDAY NIGHT RUGBY; ‘A scratchy enough win’ | Munster & Leinster analysis | Off The Ball

15 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Eoin Sheehan is joined by Fiona Hayes and Gerry Thornley to discuss the latest round of European rugby, including Munster and Leinster’s victories o...

FOOTBALL DAILY | Amorim feeling the Manchester heat, Pep's London City-slickers, Rodgers off to Saudi and Bohs launch their Kneecap jersey

15 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

On Monday's Football Daily, Phil Egan has the latest ahead of Manchester United's Premier League clash with Bournemouth tonight and a look back at yes...

UNLOCKED - THE SUNDAY PAPER REVIEW | ‘I think he’ll see out the season…’ | OFF THE BALL

14 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Here is a free segment this week’s Sunday Paper Review where Adrian Barry is joined by Orla McElroy & Kieran Cunningham to talk about the future...

CRYSTAL PALACE 0-3 MANCHESTER CITY: "There's signs that he's back to his form" | OFF THE BALL

14 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Phil Egan and Brian Kerr are on hand to bring you immediate reaction to Manchester City's comprehensive victory over Crystal Palace in Selhurst Park f...

BRENTFORD 1-1 LEEDS UNITED: "Daniel Farke's not going back to a 4-3-3 anytime soon" | OFF THE BALL

14 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Stephen Doyle and Eoin Doyle are on hand to bring you immediate reaction to the match in the G-Tech Stadium where the honours were even as Leeds Unite...

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