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Former Republic of Ireland defender Darren O'Dea had his say on the spread of the coronavirus and its effect on the crucial Euro 2020 qualifier against Slovakia in March, which he believes won’t go ahead as planned.

The coronavirus brought the entire sporting world to a drastic halt of late. The Six Nations has been postponed with Andy Farrell, Ireland women’s head coach Adam Griggs and U20’s head coach Noel McNamara reacting to the news. Meanwhile, Leinster and Ireland legend Shane Byrne also had his say on the ‘unprecedented’ events which have transpired.

On this weeks’ episode we were joined by Andy Farrell, Noel McNamara and Adam Griggs as Ireland’s Six Nations campaign was halted amid the coronavirus outbreak. Leinster and Ireland legend Shane Byrne also reacted to the ‘unprecedented’ events at hand. Elsewhere, we heard from St Pats head coach Stephen O’Donnell, Sligo Rovers treasurer David Rowe and Off The Ball’s Dan McDonnell on how the outbreak will effect the League of Ireland. Meanwhile, Republic of Ireland women’s manager Vera Pauw spoke following their recent Euro qualifying victories over Greece and Montenegro while former boy in green Darren O’Dea had his say on the future of the Ireland camp ahead of the crucial Euro qualifier v Slovakia following the covid-19 outbreak.

On this week’s episode we were joined by Andy Farrell, Caelan Doris, Ronan Kelleher and Shane Byrne to dissect the decision to postpone Ireland's Six Nations tie with Italy due to the outbreak of the coronavirus. Meanwhile, FIFA President Gianni Infantino quashed claims the Euros could also be postponed due to the virus while Mick McCarthy had his say on the matter and his side’s UEFA Nations League draw. Vera Pauw’s womens team secured a hard-fought 1-0 win over Greece to further enhance their chances of qualifying for Euro 2021. League of Ireland Sunday returned with Stephen O’Donnell, Stephen McPhail, Iain Morris and Keith Long reacting to the results of the Dublin clubs. Dublin superstar Brian Howard had his say on their league campaign thus far, the fitness levels of the Dubs team and their plans for the Championship.

Bohemians secured bragging rights following their 2-0 win over Dublin rivals Shelbourne at Dalymount Park. Both Keith Long and Iain Morris reacted to the result. Meanwhile, Shamrock Rovers ran out 3-2 winners over Sligo to keep their perfect start alive with sporting director Stephen McPhail sharing his thoughts. Finally, St. Pats manager Stephen O’Donnell was thrilled following his sides 1-0 win over Cork City at Richmond Park.

Andy Farrell, Caelan Doris and Ronan Kelleher reacted to Ireland’s Six Nations clash with Italy being postponed due to the coronavirus. Meanwhile, Leinster and Ireland legend Shane Byrne also had his say on the outbreak of the virus, it’s effect on the sporting world and Ireland’s final clash with France next Saturday.

On this weeks’ episode we heard from Ireland head coach Andy Farrell and captain Johnny Sexton following news their Six Nations clash with Italy was postponed and on the huge criticism Sexton faced following his poor game v England. Meanwhile, Leo Cullen and James Lowe reacted to Leinster’s latest Pro 14 victory. League of Ireland Sunday follows Shamrock Rovers enthralling encounter with Dundalk as Jack Byrne and Stephen Bradley spoke on the win. Ireland women’s head coach Vera Pauw discussed their crucial upcoming Euro qualifiers. Conor O’Keefe was also in the studio ahead of his mammoth ‘Project 32’ which sees him run 32 marathons in 32 days in aid of Pieta House.

The top two sides in the country clashed as Shamrock Rovers welcomed defending league champions Dundalk to Tallaght stadium. Jordan Flores scored one of the best goals in the history of the league, but the home side ran out 3-2 winners. A late Jack Byrne goal sealed all three points for Shamrock Rovers while both he and head coach Stephen Bradley reacted to the result.

Breaking news overnight confirmed the first case of the Coronavirus in Ireland with 98FM’s Adrian Harmon offering the latest update on the outbreak. We also discuss the latest news regarding the future of Euro 2020, the Six Nations and the Olympics in the wake of the virus. Johnny Sexton and Andy Farrell react to news following the postponement of their Six Nations clash with Italy while Leo Cullen and James Lowe have their say following Leinster's latest Pro 14 win.

Conor O’Keeffe spoke exclusively to Jamie about ‘Project 32’, which sees him run 32 marathons, in 32 counties, in 32 days with 32 pounds on his back in a bid to raise €100,000 for Pieta House. Conor opened up on the reason behind his mammoth task and how preparations have gone.

On this weeks’ episode we were joined by Dessie Farrell and Mattie Kenny as both Dublin sides were in league action. We reacted to Tyson Fury’s emphatic 7th round TKO of Deontay Wilder to claim the WBC heavyweight title. League of Ireland Sunday returned with Graham Burke, Keith Long, Ronan Hale, Patrick Hoban and Ian Morris. Robbie Henshaw, Andy Farrell, Johnny Sexton, Adam Griggs and Shane Byrne previewed Ireland’s Six Nations clash against England with both the men and women involved in crucial ties against the old enemy.

Adam Griggs and his Ireland womens team are in flying form as they travel to face England in their third game of the tournament. England are also undefeated and the girls in green face a tough task. Meanwhile, the mens team travel to Twickenham as Andy Farrell, Johnny Sexton, Robbie Henshaw and Shane Byrne have their say on the crucial tie against the old enemy.

Graham Burke scored five as Shamrock Rovers put six past a hapless Cork City defence at Tallaght Stadium. The Dubliner reflected on what was a momentous occasion for him. Elsewhere, Bohemians manager Keith Long reacted to his side’s 2-0 win away to Waterford while Pat Hoban and Ian Morris spoke following Dundalk’s 2-1 win over Shelbourne. Ronan Hale’s St Pats recorded a 2-0 win over Sligo Rovers in a performance he was thrilled about.

On this weeks’ episode we were joined by both Brian O’Driscoll and Ronan O’Gara as Ireland look ahead to their crunch Six Nations tie with England next weekend. We also hear from Ireland womens' star Ciara Griffin as they also face the English after picking up maximum points in their opening two Six Nations games. League of Ireland Sunday returns for the start of the season as we catch up with all four Dublin clubs on a weekend where storm Dennis ran riot. We also hear from Dublin hurling boss Mattie Kenny, ladies footballer Lyndsey Davey and defender Johnny Cooper on how the memory of five in a row has already faded.

It has been a league campaign of mixed fortune for the Dublin footballers, hurlers and ladies footballers. Mattie Kenny reviewed his side’s impressive 0-20 – 0-09 win over Carlow, their second league win in a row. While Lyndsey Davy, who’s side have won, drawn and lost a game so far this season, look ahead to their next tie v Meath. Johnny Cooper also had his say on the Dubs campaign while insisting that the celebrations of five in a row are long gone.

The opening weekend of the League of Ireland coincided with storm Dennis, which effected the Dublin derby between Bohemians and Shamrock Rovers. Both Keith Ward and Stephen Bradley had their say on the horrendous conditions. Elsewhere, Ciaran Kilduff scored his 100th league goal for Shelbourne as they beat his former side Cork City at Turners Cross while Dean Clarke reacted to St Pats’ 1-0 loss to Waterford.

Ireland picked up two wins from their opening two Six Nations games under Andy Farrell as the boys in green look to bounce back following a poor World Cup. Next up is a trip to Twickenham, which both Brian O’Driscoll and Ronan O’Gara believe they are more than ready for. Elsewhere, both the under 20s and womens are also undefeated thus far as Ciara Griffin looks ahead to their upcoming trip to England.

Ireland picked up their second Six Nations win with an impressive victory over Wales at the Aviva Stadium on Saturday. Andy Farrell, Johnny Sexton, Iain Henderson, Max Deegan and former Leinster and Ireland star Shane Byrne share their take on the result. Meanwhile, Adam Griggs, Anna Caplice and Claire Keohane look ahead to Ireland women's second Six Nations tie against Wales.

Republic of Ireland star James McClean spoke at the launch of the Aviva Stadium's new sensory hub were he had his say on Stephen Kenny taking charge of the Irish senior set-up. He also shared an insight into his future career plans which include a stint Stateside and a return to Derry City.

The League of Ireland is on the brink of a return and we spoke to players from all four Dublin clubs in the build up to the new season. Shamrock Rovers captain Ronan Finn, St Pats captain Ian Bermingham, Bohemians star Danny Grant and Shelbourne man Ciaran Kilduff spoke at the recent 2020 launch.

On this weeks’ episode we were joined by Andy Farrell, Johnny Sexton, Max Deegan, Iain Henderson and Shane Byrne to recap Ireland’s impressive Six Nations win over Wales. Adam Griggs, Anna Caplice and Claire Keohane also look ahead to the women's Six Nations tie against the same opposition. Meanwhile, Dessie Farrell’s Dublin side came from 9 points down to secure a last second draw with Monaghan in the league and he shared his take on the game. As we approach the return of the League of Ireland we hear from Danny Grant, Ronan Finn, Ciaran Kilduff and Ian Bermingham as all four Dublin clubs get ready for the 2020 season. Finally, James McClean spoke on Stephen Kenny taking charge of the Ireland senior team and his career plans before retirement.

On this weeks’ episode we are joined by Dessie Farrell, Ciaran Kilkenny, Mattie Kenny and Mick Bohan as league campaigns continue for both the men and ladies in football, hurling and camogie. We also hear the latest on the future of the FAI from Brian Kerr, Gary Owens and Niall Quinn. The Six Nations is underway for the men, women and under 20’s as Andy Farrell, Johnny Sexton, Robbie Henshaw, Shane Byrne, Aoife Doyle and Cliodhna Moloney reflect on the huge ties over the weekend.

Ireland got their Six Nations campaign off to a winning start, albeit rather unconvincingly. Andy Farrell reflected on his first game in charge while Johnny Sexton, Robbie Henshaw and former star Shane Byrne also had their say. Elsewhere, Aoife Doyle and Cliodhna Moloney look ahead to the women’s opening Six Nations tie against Scotland.

Dublin picked up their first win of the league campaign with a comfortable victory over 14-man Mayo in Castlebar. Dessie Farrell and Ciaran Kilkenny shared their thoughts on the result. Meanwhile, Mattie Kenny hopes his hurlers can return to winning ways when they play Laois in Parnell Park and Mick Bohan reflects on the ladies win over Mayo.

Former Ireland manager Brian Kerr, FAI interim deputy CEO Niall Quinn and Interim CEO Gary Owens recapped a momentous day for the organisation as the future of Irish football is secure. The FAI received a whopping €20 million bailout, which all three men shared their thoughts on and Brian Kerr answered whether or not he would return to the fold with the FAI.

On this weeks’ episode we heard from Andy Farrell, Johnny Sexton, Adam Griggs and Ciara Griffin ahead of Ireland’s Six Nations opener against Scotland. Jamie also spoke to Kieran Lucid on the possibility of an All-Island league featuring the best of the countries footballing talent in one league. Meanwhile, the GAA league campaign is underway and we hear from Dessie Farrell, Brian Fenton, Kerry’s Peter Keane and former Dub Charlie Redmond on the controversial draw involving last year’s All-Ireland finalists.

This weekend sees the return of the GAA as the national league kicks off. We hear from Dessie Farrell following his side’s controversial draw with Kerry, while Brian Fenton and Kerry manager Peter Keane also share their thoughts. However, former Dub Charlie Redmond found the refereeing of the tie ‘laughable at times'. We also heard from Dublin hurling manager Mattie Kenny ahead of their league opener v Kilkenny and Mick Bohan before his All-Ireland champions kick-start their LIDL National Football League campaign v Tipperary.

Kieran Lucid of the All-Island league spoke exclusively to Jamie about the possibility of merging the best teams from the SSE Airtricity League and Danske Bank Premiership. He explained what opposes them in their efforts and offers the latest update on proceedings.

We are fast approaching the start of the Six Nations as Ireland look to make amends for their poor showing at the Rugby World Cup. We hear from Andy Farrell ahead of his first game against Scotland while captain Johnny Sexton also had his say. Leinster and Ireland legend Shane Byrne reveals he isn’t expecting miracles from this Irish side. Meanwhile, Ireland women’s head coach Adam Griggs and captain Ciara Griffin look ahead to their Six Nations opener v Scotland.

On this week's episode we were joined by Trevor Clarke for our latest installment of Irish Abroad. The 21 year-old left Shamrock Rovers for League One side Rotherham United in 2019 and spoke to Jamie on the experience. We recapped a huge night for Conor McGregor following his first round TKO victory over Donald 'Cowboy' Cerrone. Leo Cullen spoke as Leinster cemented a home quarter final following their latest 18-0 win over Benetton. Both Dublin men and women's teams are in league action next week and Paul Mannion opened up on how the Boys in Blue unwound over the break. Meanwhile, Jamie caught up with 17 year-old Keane Barry took part in the World Darts Championship recently.

Trevor Clarke made the move to England following three highly successful years playing for Shamrock Rovers. The 21 year old defender made the switch to League one side Rotherham United in 2019 and opened up on his experience.

Jamie spoke exclusively to Ireland's youngest darts star Keane Barry following his emphatic showing at Ally Pally. Barry took to the stage at the World Championships in England, after picking up an array of trophies and accolades in the youth ranks. Keane explained how he got into the sport and even shared the interesting reason his parents picked his name.

On this week’s episode Leo Cullen, Stuart Lancaster, Jordan Larmour, Cian Healy and Brian O’Driscoll looked ahead to Leinster’s huge Champions Cup clash with Lyon. We heard from Conor McGregor ahead of his massive UFC return next weekend. Dessie Farrell and Mattie Kenny reflected on Dublin’s start to the season in both hurling and football. We also spoke to Packie Bonner, Michelle O’Neill, Vinny Perth and Gary Rodgers at the Soccer Writers Association of Ireland SSE Airtricity League awards.

Packie Bonner is a legend of Irish football for his heroics between the sticks for the national team. The stopper's famous penalty save against Romania to send the boys in green through to the quarter final of Italia 90 is one of the biggest moments in our countries sporting history. Jamie spoke to the man himself at the Soccer Writers Association of Ireland SSE Airtricity League awards where he mentioned a possible future role within the new-look FAI.

Michelle O’Neill picked up a special merit award at the Soccer Writers Association of Ireland SSE Airtricity League Awards. Jamie spoke exclusively to Michelle on what has been a momentous year for her personally and her goals for 2020.

On this weeks episode we hear from Andy Friend following Connacht's exit from the Champions Cup as Johann Van Graan looked ahead to Munster’s clash with Racing 92 in Paris. Meanwhile, Leo Cullen, Stuart Lancaster, Jordan Larmour, Cian Healy and Brian O’Driscoll delved into Leinster’s huge tie with Lyon at the RDS.

On this weeks’ episode of Now That’s What I Call Sport we were joined by new West Ham assistant manager Alan Irvine to discuss working with multi-millionaire footballers and prepping to beat the world’s best teams. Leo Cullen spoke following his side’s rout of Connacht in the Pro 14, Mick McCarthy teased a potential senior call-up for Adam Idah and Mattie Kenny recapped the Dublin hurlers preparation for the new season before their Walsh cup clash with Carlow. Interim chairman of the league managers and coaches association Stephen Henderson and Dundalk captain Brian Gartland, who is a member of the PFAI, spoke on the future of the league amid the huge scandal surrounding the FAI.

Alan Irvine, who was appointed West Ham assistant manager alongside David Moyes, spoke to Jamie at the recent FAI coaching conference in Carlow. They discussed dealing with multi-millionaire footballers, preparing to beat the best teams in the world and modern coaching methods.

Dundalk captain Brian Gartland is a member of the PFAI committee who recently met with minister Shane Ross to discuss the future of the league amid the huge scandal surrounding the finances of the FAI. He shared some inside information from that meeting and what believes should happen to help rebuild the reputation of the association.

Stephen Henderson, the interim chairman of the league managers and coaches association spoke exclusively to Jamie Moore on the impact the FAI crisis may have on the league of Ireland going forward.

On this week’s show we are hear from Leo Cullen and James Lowe following Leinster's impressive Champions Cup win over Northampton, Stephen Kenny reflects on his role with the Republic of Ireland under 21’s and whether he could still take charge of their final Euro qualifier in September while senior manager. Michael Conlan picked up yet another win over a familiar face at Madison Square Garden and Michael Seavers, Jim Gavin and Charlie Redmond shared their opinions on new Dublin manager Dessie Farrell.

Jamie spoke exclusively to Ireland under 21 manager Stephen Kenny at the FAI’s coaching conference in Carlow. The former Dundalk boss reflected on his time in charge of the young boys in green and what he has tried to implement. Kenny also touched on whether he could possibly oversee the under 21's final Euro qualifier in September, which is after he is due to take charge of the senior team.

Following the announcement that Dessie Farrell will replace Jim Gavin as the manager of the Dublin footballers, we hear from the outgoing boss on what he expects from the new appointment. We also hear from Charlie Redmond, who won the All-Ireland alongside Farrell in 1995, about the huge shift in the capital.

On this week's episode we are joined by Jim Gavin following his decision to step down as manager of the Dublin footballers, Leo Cullen reflected on an impressive Champions Cup win for Leinster and Jose Mourinho had nothing but positive things to say about Troy Parrott following his senior Premier League debut for Tottenham yesterday. We also hear from Donal Conway and Paul Cooke on the current situation the FAI find themselves in, while Dan McDonnell from the Irish Independent and Robbie Butler, an economics expert from UCC also weigh in on the controversy.

Ger Dunne is the FAI’s head of analysis and he discussed what his role entails with Jamie while at the organisations recent coaching conference, which highlights the incredible work that goes on behind the scenes at the organisation.

Following the shock revelations at the FAI’s recent press conference regarding their finances, Jamie spoke to FAI president Donal Conway and new executive lead Paul Cooke on the current situation the organisation finds itself in. We also hear from Dan McDonnell from the Irish Independent and Robbie Butler, who is an economics expert from UCC.

On this week's episode we look back on the massive news that Jim Gavin has stepped down as the Dublin Senior Football Manager. We are joined by his former teammate Charlie Redmond who remarked that Jim has raised the bar for managers. Jamie also got the chance to sit down and chat with Ireland assistant manager Terry Connor and Ireland's Woman's team manager Vera Pauw to chat about there respective teams Euro qualification hopes at the FAI Coaching Conference that was held in IT Carlow.

Terry Connor & Vera Pauw Spoke Exclusively To Jamie Moore At The FAI Coaching Conference at IT Carlow. Terry Talks Boys in Green ahead of their Euro 2020 play off matches. Vera Talks the Girls in Green and how their preparations are going for Euro 2021 Qualification.

Former All Ireland winner and Jim Gavin Teammate spoke to Jamie Moore and praised Jim for the job he has done and says "he's Raised the bar for Managers"

On this week's episode we are joined by Mick McCarthy, Enda Stevens and Darren O'Dea to look ahead to Ireland's crucial qualifier v Slovakia in March. Meanwhile, future Ireland manager Stephen Kenny insists he is fully focused on his role with the under 21's. Leo Cullen, James Tracey and Josh Murphy spoke following Leinster's hard-fought 13-6 win over Lyon in the Champions Cup. Dublin ladies manager Mick Bohan also weighed in on his future with the girls in blue and what needs to be done for the ladies game to reach the level of the men's.