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It's a bonus episode of The Green Scene as Heimir Hallgrímsson names a 26-man Republic of Ireland squad for a huge four-game window: Kosovo away, two games against Israel, and Austria in Dublin.Matthew Brennan, David Wilson and Ben Symes react to the big calls — no Seamus Coleman (still without a club) and captain Nathan Collins ruled out through injury — and what that means for leadership in camp and the shape of the team.There's also plenty on the surprise inclusions, with first senior call-ups for Liam Kitching, Joel Bagan and Owen Elding, plus the thinking behind Rocco Vata's “match-winner” selection and the ongoing right wing-back headache.And as ever, we are looking for your inspiration to help us, fancy getting in touch?You can do so by emailing thegreenscene@offtheball.com 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/joinThe Green Scene on Off The Ball with Cadbury, a proud sponsor of the Republic of Ireland football teams.

Phil Egan is back with Thursday's Football Daily, with Heimir Hallgrímsson naming his Republic of Ireland squad for the upcoming Nations League window. There's no Seamus Coleman (still without a club) and Nathan Collins misses out through injury, while Liam Kitching earns a first call-up and Joel Bagan and Owen Elding are included.There's also the latest from Manchester United after blowing a 2-0 lead to lose 3-2 to Brighton, plus reaction from Michael Carrick and Fabian Hürzeler.And we round up the Carabao Cup and Europa League stories, including Chelsea's ownership change and key European previews.Become a member and sign up at offtheball.com/join

A packed-house on Off The Ball Breakfast Enda Coll, David Wilson, Matthew Brennan & Dara Smith-Naughton kick things off with a proper post-mortem on Manchester United's latest collapse - 2-0 up at Old Trafford, and somehow losing 3-2 to Brighton. The lads dig into the Carrick heat, the tactical issues, and a ruthless look at Benjamin Šeško's night, with Shea Lacey's goal the one bright spot in a messy League Cup exit.Then it's onto the rest of the cup and European results, before switching focus to Ireland: the upcoming Nations League squad, the right-back headache, midfield options, and who could be the “rogue” call-up.Plus, travel plans to Kosovo — and the off-field tensions fans should be aware of.With Amazon.ie, Irish brands at local prices. Start your search at our dedicated and curated ‘Brands of Ireland' sectionCatch 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

Ben jumps back into the hot-seat this week while Stephen is away, and as per usual, is joined by Vinny and Gareth to dissect a packed double-header with all the relevant points swings, title challenges and position changes to come with it.Vinny and Gareth debate the fallout from the top of the table clash between St Patrick's Athletic and Shamrock RoversWith more from across the league including the dire outlook at the Showgrounds and the worrying future at Tolka Park should form stay the way it is.Ben and Vinny will be at Tallaght Stadium on Friday night as the Champions look to get back in form with only a few games to go as they welcome high-flying Waterford. You can listen to live and exclusive commentary of that game from 7PM on Newstalk and the GoLoud App.And as ever, we are looking for your inspiration to help us, fancy getting in touch?You can do so by emailing theloipod@offtheball.comContact us on socials @offtheball across all our platforms.Or if you want to contact us directly message the @offtheball.football account on InstagramAnd as ever, we are on WhatsApp on 087 9 180 180.Become a member and sign up at offtheball.com/joinThe LOI Pod on Off The Ball.

Wednesday's Football Daily with Phil Egan is packed with Carabao Cup talking points, as Liverpool see off Spurs 3-1 at Anfield — with Alexis Mac Allister and Cody Gakpo on the scoresheet and a “cracker” from Dominik Szoboszlai stealing the show, plus praise for the Reds' young stars.Arsenal also progress after 16-year-old Max Dowman hits two in a 4-2 win at Ipswich, while Roberto De Zerbi looks for positives despite another frustrating result.Plus: Brighton head to Old Trafford, United's selection plans, and the latest twist in the JJ Gabriel saga as the 15-year-old academy prospect looks to move on.Become a member and sign up at offtheball.com/join

Phil Egan brings you Tuesday's Football Daily, with St Patrick's Athletic going top of the Premier Division in style after a 4-0 win away to Dundalk, as Stephen Kenny urges his players to keep their feet on the ground ahead of Sligo Rovers.There's also drama across the league as Drogheda United come from behind to beat Shelbourne, Waterford and Derry City share the points in a 2-2 draw, and Sligo's survival hopes take another hit.Plus, FAI Director of Football John Martin on the Israel fixtures, Ceadach O'Neill's Northern Ireland call-up, and Kevin Kilbane on grappling in the box.Become a member and sign up at offtheball.com/join

International football's back and The Green Scene returns with a massive week ahead as Heimir Hallgrímsson gets set to name his squad.Matthew Brennan, Ben Symes and David Wilson dig into Troy Parrott's frustrating night as an unused sub for Real Betis, while Trent Kone-Doherty's goals in Norway have everyone talking. There's also chat on Andrew Omobamidele's Anderlecht debut, James Abankwah scoring at San Siro, and Gavin Bazunu's big response between the sticks. Then it's squad-pick time: keepers, defenders, midfielders and attackers, plus debates on wing-back depth, dual-nationals, and the FAI's latest headaches off the pitch.And as ever, we are looking for your inspiration to help us, fancy getting in touch?You can do so by emailing thegreenscene@offtheball.com 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/joinThe Green Scene on Off The Ball with Cadbury, a proud sponsor of the Republic of Ireland football teams.

Our COYGIG panel is bag for another episode following an action packed weekend in the WSL where we saw Arsenal miss 30 chances to score ending 0-0 to Crystal Palace and Liverpool held to a frustrating draw by Tottenham, and our panel give their Ballon D'Or winner predictions! The COYGIG Pod on Off The Ball is brought to you by Cadbury, proud sponsors of the Republic of Ireland national teams.

Monday's Football Daily with David Wilson has all the fallout from the Manchester Derby, as Michael Carrick fumes over the “plain and obvious” VAR controversy that allowed Erling Haaland's winner despite United playing against 10 men for over 70 minutes.There's also reaction from Phil Egan and Brian Kerr at Old Trafford, plus Haaland on how City adapted after Phil Foden's red card.Elsewhere, Brighton hammer Coventry 5-0 as Frank Lampard looks for positives, Rangers blow Celtic away in the League Cup, and Stephen Kenny's St Pat's eye top spot in the League of Ireland with a big night at Oriel Park.Become a member and sign up at offtheball.com/join

Phil Egan and Brian Kerr were on hand in Old Trafford to give their immediate reaction to a tense Manchester Derby which saw Manchester City narrowly overcome Manchester United and win 1-0 following the sending off of Phil Foden in the first half for an incident with Bruno Fernandez.The Final Whistle on Off The Ball with NovibetOver 18s only | gamblingcare.ie | Please gamble responsibly

Richie McCormack and Keith Treacy were on hand to give their immediate reaction as Brighton & Hove Albion hammered Coventry City in their own home 5-0 which included a Goal of the Season contender scored by Lewis Dunk.The Final Whistle on Off The Ball with NovibetOver 18s only | gamblingcare.ie | Please gamble responsibly

On this week's edition of the LOI Wrap-Up, a new series highlighting all the action, reaction and storylines of the weekend's League of Ireland Action, Ross Flanagan brings you through last night's action and beyond as:Pats put themselves firmly in the title raceBohs and Derry win late onDrogheda pick up important winThe First Division play-offs nearA very important WPD SaturdayThe National League continues to impressA bizarre move to the continentSUBSCRIBE at OffTheBall.com/join

First-half goals from Jay McClelland and Aidan Keena delivered St Patrick's Athletic a telling victory over champions Shamrock Rovers in a pulsating Dublin derby at Richmond Park to blow the SSE Airtricity Men's Premier Division title race wide open. Ben Symes caught up with Stephen Kenny and Joe Redmond after the game!The League of Ireland on Off The Ball.

Shane Keegan is back for League Of Ireland Late Night to go through this evening's games.The League of Ireland on Off The Ball.

Mick McCarthy, David Wilson, and Shane Hannon join forces to bring you this week's Inside the Odds. After wins for both of Manchester's titans in Europe this week, United and City renew rivalries at Old Trafford this week in the first post-Pep Manchester derby. Can Enzo Maresca secure a win in his first trip to Old Trafford as City boss?with thanks to Novibet. Over 18's Only | gamblingcare.ie | Please gamble responsibly

Phil Egan is in the chair for Friday's Football Daily, with a big night in the League of Ireland as St Pat's and Shamrock Rovers go head-to-head at Richmond Park in a fixture that could decide the Premier Division title race.We hear from Stephen Kenny on Pats' resilience after a bruising spell, and preview the rest of tonight's top-flight action, plus the latest from the LOI pod as the panel asks whether Bohemians fans can really start to believe.There's also insight from John Egan on Hull's jump to the Premier League, Manchester United's 4-0 Champions League win, and Ballon d'Or talk with Arteta and Dion Fanning.Become a member and sign up at offtheball.com/join

Phil Egan rounds up a busy night of Champions League action on Thursday's Football Daily, as Arsenal open their campaign with a 1-0 win away to Napoli and Liverpool edge Atlético Madrid thanks to an Alexis Mac Allister winner.We also hear debate from The Football Show on whether Liverpool are really progressing under Andoni Iraola, plus a look at PSG and Barcelona's big wins.Manchester United return to the Champions League at Old Trafford against Sabah, while Daniele Fisichella explains why Gasperini's Roma look like genuine Scudetto contenders.And Sligo's Liam Kerrigan previews Como's Champions League debut under Cesc Fàbregas.Become a member and sign up at offtheball.com/join

Vinny and Gareth are back for this week's LOI Pod, but where's Stevo?. While he's taking a much-needed break, Ben jumps in to hear all the lad's thought's after a raucous FAI Cup Quarter-Final weekend.Is there still a title race?, Vinny Perth thinks so, with Bohs and Pats clipping on the heels of their Dublin rivals Shamrock RoversYou can listen to LIVE commentary of that 1st vs 2nd clash between St Patrick's Athletic and Shamrock Rovers from 7PM on Friday night on Newstalk FM or the GoLoud App.Meanwhile, what does the future hold for Galway United and Waterford, with both on good form and with a cup semi-final to play.And finally, where do Sligo Rovers and Derry City go with their future plans? Gareth and Vinny weigh-in.And as ever, we are looking for your inspiration to help us, fancy getting in touch?You can do so by emailing theloipod@offtheball.comContact us on socials @offtheball across all our platforms.Or if you want to contact us directly message the @offtheball.football account on InstagramAnd as ever, we are on WhatsApp on 087 9 180 180.Become a member and sign up at offtheball.com/joinThe LOI Pod on Off The Ball.

Ross Flanagan was at Tolka Park to speak to Shelbourne's Men's First-Team Goalkeeper Eddie Beach, who has settled into life well in North Dublin. He spoke about being dropped straight into European action including a big match against Giants Ajax.Women's First Team Midfielder Olivia Damico spoke about the feeling in the camp ahead of the big FAI Cup Final against Athlone Town at the end of the month as well as how they can chase them in the league with 6 games to go. She also spoke about her experience playing the University of North Carolina in a friendly a fortnight ago in Tolka Park and how her experiences contrast to those playing collegiate football in the United StatesThe League of Ireland on Off The Ball

The COYGIG Pod sat down with the FAI's head of women and girls' football Lizzy Kent to talk about her plans for developing the sport in Ireland. Kent joined the association in January but has extensive experience with grassroots and underage international football in Ireland.The COYGIG Pod on Off the Ball is brought to you by Cadbury, proud sponsor of the Republic of Ireland international teams.

The Green Scene is back in full this week with Matthew Brennan, David Wilson and Ben Symes talk all about Troy Parrott doing it on the big stage again. A Champions League winner at Lille, hot on the heels of that Real Madrid moment.They dig into what it says about his confidence, his ceiling, and why this Real Betis move already feels like the perfect fit. There's also a big Seamus Coleman chat after his Stick to Football appearance: Ireland, retirement, and the reality check of needing a club soon. Plus: the centre-back picture, upcoming rotation headaches, goalkeeper depth (Bazunu at Bolton), and a quick look at Ian Harte's Northern Ireland comments. The Green Scene on Off The Ball is brought to you by Cadbury, Official partners of the ROI football teamsSend your questions to thegreenscene@offtheball.com to have them featured on the pod!

Phil Egan is back with Wednesday's Football Daily, with Troy Parrott the headline act again — scoring on his Champions League debut as Real Betis edge Lille, 3-2. Keith Treacy joins Off The Ball Breakfast to ask just how high Parrott's ceiling is, and whether he could become a long-term Ireland captain.There's also a round-up of Tuesday night's action as Erling Haaland fires Manchester City to a win in Porto, while Aston Villa get off the mark away to Club Brugge.Plus, we look ahead to tonight: Liverpool vs Atletico Madrid, Arsenal's trip to Napoli, and Irish interest in Paris as PSG face Slovan Bratislava.Become a member and sign up at offtheball.com/join

Phil Egan is back with Tuesday's Football Daily as the Champions League returns — with Troy Parrott in France to face Lille as he looks to make his long-awaited debut in Europe's elite competition for Real Betis, fresh off that huge winner against Real Madrid.We also preview Manchester City's trip to Porto, with Enzo Maresca downplaying the pressure after a big-money rebuild, plus Aston Villa's opener away to Club Brugge and Unai Emery's message as results lag behind performances.And there's talk of Caoimhin Kelleher's next move — could a return to Liverpool be on the cards? Plus Premier League and EFL round-ups, including Rashford's impact in United's draw with Everton.Become a member and sign up at offtheball.com/join

As the new WSL season is underway, Kathleen McNamee, Karen Duggan & Scarlett Herron are back to give their thoughts on the opening weekend of action. While the WSL's return wasn't the biggest sporting event in women's sport this weekend, the gang speak about Katie Taylor's swan song and what will be her lasting legacy.The COYGIG Pod on Off the Ball is brought to you by Cadbury, a proud sponsor of the Republic of Ireland football teams.

Ben Symes spoke to former Republic of Ireland International Shay Given and got his thoughts on the start of the Premier League season as well as how some of Heimir Hallgrimsson's Republic of Ireland hopefuls are getting on across the continent.“Shay Given was promoting Premier Sports – the home of live football and rugby including UEFA club competitions, English Premier League, BKT United Rugby Championship, Investec Champions Cup and EPCR Challenge Cup. Premier Sports is available as part of Sports Extra package on Sky, NOW and Virgin.”Football on Off The Ball with NovibetOver 18s only | gamblingcare.ie | Please gamble responsibly

Phil Egan is back with Monday's Football Daily, as Arsenal keep their perfect start to the Premier League season with a 2-1 comeback win over Chelsea at the Emirates. Hear from Mikel Arteta, David Raya, Reece James and Chelsea boss Xabi Alonso, plus Vinny Perth on what this result says about the champions.Manchester United are left frustrated after a late Everton equaliser, with Michael Carrick and David Moyes reacting — and a look at how Jack Grealish is being built back to full fitness.Plus, Derry City book their place in the FAI Cup semi-finals, Livingston sack Glen Whelan, and a preview of Troy Parrott's Champions League clash with Lille.Become a member and sign up at offtheball.com/join

Stephen Doyle was on hand to get immediate reaction from a cracking Club Orange FAI Cup Quarter-Final at Richmond Park which went all the way to penalties as Bohemians edged St Patrick's Athletics to book their place in the Semi-Finals, which will be a home tie against Waterford.Hear from Bohs Centre-Back Cian Byrne, manager Alan Reynolds and St Pats manager Stephen Kenny as they react to a game which had it all.The League of Ireland on Off The Ball

Phil Egan and Vinny Perth were on hand as Arsenal made it 3 wins from 3 to start the season when they overcame a pushing Chelsea side at the Emirates Stadium.The Final Whistle on Off The Ball with NovibetOver 18s only | gamblingcare.ie | Please gamble responsibly

Dave McIntyre and Brian Kerr were on hand to give their immediate reaction as Ainsley Maitland-Niles netted a superb strike from outside the box to level a tense 2-2 draw between Everton and Manchester United.The Final Whistle on Off The Ball with NovibetOver 18s only | gamblingcare.ie | Please gamble responsibly

On this week's edition of the LOI Wrap-Up, a new series highlighting all the action, reaction and storylines of the weekend's League of Ireland Action, Ross Flanagan brings you through last night's action and beyond as:Cork win First Division titleA Ringsend derby ending levelFAI Cup Quarter Final Weekend2nd week of FAI National LeagueWomen's Premier Division run-inSUBSCRIBE at OffTheBall.com/join

A dominant second-half performance from Waterford FC steered Graham Coughlan's side into their first Club Orange FAI Men's Cup semi-final since 2022 as they comfortably overcame Sligo Rovers in their quarter-final tie at the RSC. Odhran Johnson caught up with Graham Coughlan and Darren Purse after the game and Ben Symes caught up with John Russell following Sehls' 0-0 draw with Shamrock Rovers.

Shane Keegan is back for League Of Ireland Late Night to go through this evening's games.The League of Ireland on Off The Ball.

Phil Egan has all of Friday's Football Daily, with a packed look ahead to a big night of action at home and abroad.Shamrock Rovers host Shelbourne at Tallaght Stadium in our live and exclusive commentary game, as Stephen Bradley pays tribute to retiring striker Rory Gaffney.It's also FAI Cup quarter-final night, with Waterford vs Sligo Rovers under the spotlight — plus Vinny Perth on the LOI Pod questions the message coming from the Sligo camp.Elsewhere, Troy Parrott eyes a home debut against Real Madrid and Jose Mourinho, Liverpool travel to Ipswich, and we preview the new WSL season — including London City's statement signings.Become a member and sign up at offtheball.com/join

Mick McCarthy is joined in studio by Shane Hannon and David Wilson for this week's Inside The Odds.Inside The Odds on Off The Ball with Novibet.Over 18s only | gamblingcare.ie | Please gamble responsibly

Kathleen McNamee spoke with Irish footballer Saoirse Noonan about her move from Celtic to Watford, coaching ambitions, playing at Pairc Ui Chaoimh and explaining camogie to her teammatesThe COYGIG Pod on Off the Ball is brought to you by Cadbury, a proud sponsor of the Republic of Ireland football teams.

Eoin Sheahan is joined by Girls On The Ball's Rachel O'Sullivan for Thursday's Football Show, as the Women's Super league returns this weekend, with some huge names on the move. The Football Show on Off The Ball with Novibet.Over 18s only | gamblingcare.ie | Please gamble responsibly

Phil Egan brings you Thursday's Football Daily, with all the latest from Ireland and beyond.Ireland defender Andrew Omobamidele makes a surprise loan switch from Strasbourg to Anderlecht, while Shamrock Rovers legend Rory Gaffney announces his retirement after a trophy-laden spell at Tallaght Stadium. There's also news of Ireland midfielder Aoibhe Brennan joining WSL champions Manchester City.Plus, Celtic keep their perfect start going, Lawrence Shankland hits a Rangers double, and we hear from Wouter Vrancken ahead of his first Edinburgh derby.And there's transfer talk too, including Bradley Barcola's Liverpool debut plans and more on the Balogun/Everton deadline-day saga.Become a member and sign up at offtheball.com/join

Kathleen McNamee spoke with exciting young Irish footballer, Aoibheann Clancy, about her move from Shelbourne to Watford, what it's like turning pro, and her aspirations for breaking into the Irish squad ahead of the World Cup qualifiersThe COYGIG Pod on Off the Ball is brought to you by Cadbury, a proud sponsor of the Republic of Ireland football teams.

Katie Taylor's former Republic of Ireland football teammates Méabh De Búrca and Olivia O'Toole join Eoin Sheahan to remember her time as a footballer before she had to commit to professional boxing. They look back on her work ethic, the goals she scored, her achievements in boxings and much, much more!

Stephen Doyle, Gareth McGlynn and Vinny Perth are back for another episode of the LOI Pod following the weekends action that saw Louth Derby heartbreak for Drogheda who lost 3-2 to Dundalk, and we hear from Sligo boss Darren Purse after his sides heavy defeat by 3-0 to Bohemians. And as ever, we are looking for your inspiration to help us, fancy getting in touch?You can do so by emailing theloipod@offtheball.comContact us on socials @offtheball across all our platforms.Or if you want to contact us directly message the @offtheball.football account on InstagramAnd as ever, we are on WhatsApp on 087 9 180 180.Become a member and sign up at offtheball.com/joinThe LOI Pod on Off The Ball.

Phil Egan is here with Wednesday's Football Daily, and it's a busy one as the transfer window shuts and the FAI tie down key members of Heimir Hallgrímsson's backroom team.John O'Shea and Paddy McCarthy sign new deals through to Euro 2028, with goalkeeping coach Gunnmundur Hreiðarsson also agreeing fresh terms ahead of September's Nations League run.Plus, Irish players on the move: Chiedozie Ogbene to Lincoln, Johnny Kenny joins Preston, Warren O'Hora heads to Leicester, and more.We also look back on a monster Premier League deadline day — and get the latest on Julián Álvarez, Barcelona and Atlético Madrid with Dermot Corrigan.Become a member and sign up at offtheball.com/join

Ben Symes was in the Aviva to speak with League Of Ireland Academies Director Will Clarke, where they look at the year gone by since the last budget, particularly the lack of female applicants for LOI roles over the course of the year.The League of Ireland on Off The Ball.

Ben Symes is back in studio on The Green Scene with David Wilson and Matthew Brennan, and there's plenty to get through as the Nations League returns in the next few weeks.The lads dig into Troy Parrott's early days at Real Betis – from a Seville watchalong to that offside goal, missed chances, and why the signs are still encouraging ahead of Real Madrid and Champions League football.It's a busy round-up of Irish interest too: Jack Moylan's impact for Cardiff, Nathan Collins' latest “heart in mouth” moment for Brentford, and what next for Johnny Kenny on deadline day.Plus, Seamus Coleman and Robbie Brady's free-agent limbo, Ogbene's Lincoln loan, and the FAI push to land Ceadach O'Neill.And as ever, we are looking for your inspiration to help us, fancy getting in touch?You can do so by emailing thegreenscene@offtheball.com 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/joinThe Green Scene on Off The Ball with Cadbury, a proud sponsor of the Republic of Ireland football teams.

On Tuesday's Football Daily, David Wilson brings you news as Arsenal make it two from two as Mikel Arteta hails his squad depth after a gritty 1-0 win away to Aston Villa, with Bukayo Saka on the scoresheet.Lionel Messi has confirmed his retirement from international football at 39, bringing the curtain down on a remarkable Argentina career. We hear reaction and chat about what could be next for Messi off the pitch.It's also transfer deadline day, with all the latest on the big moves: Arsenal's outgoing business, Liverpool's pricey winger signing, Spurs raiding Chelsea, and plenty more across the Premier League.Plus, a classic Irish football moment from 25 years ago in Amsterdam.Become a member and sign up at offtheball.com/join

As the new WSL season approaches, Kathleen McNamee, Karen Duggan & Scarlett Herron are back to give their predictions for the season ahead. With a surprising top 3 prediction. Messi announced his retirement from international football moments before recording, so they pay tribute to him too.The COYGIG Pod on Off the Ball is brought to you by Cadbury, a proud sponsor of the Republic of Ireland football teams.

Phil Egan is back with Monday's Football Daily, as Manchester United get off the mark in the Premier League with a 5-2 win over Ipswich — Bruno Fernandes on hat-trick duty, and plenty of focus on Marcus Rashford's return to the starting XI for the first time since 2024.There's reaction from Elland Road as Leeds draw 1-1 with Brentford, with Keith Andrews on his side's defensive test and Nathan Collins' progress, plus Brian Kerr on why Brentford look so well-drilled.We've also got the latest transfer deadline updates, Chelsea's debut for Emi Martinez, Arsenal v Villa build-up, and Shamrock Rovers' dramatic comeback draw with Derry City.Become a member and sign up at offtheball.com/join

Phil Egan and Keith Treacy were on hand to bring immediate reaction as Manchester United flipped Ipswich in the second half to get a first win of the season with a 5-2 victory over Ipswich TownThe Final Whistle on Off The BallOver 18s only | gamblingcare.ie | Please gamble responsibly

Stephen Doyle and Brian Kerr were on hand at Elland Road to bring you immediate reaction from a tightly contested 1-1 draw between Leeds United and Brentford in our live and exclusive commentary match.Stephen also caught up with Brentford manager Keith Andrews following full time.The Final Whistle on Off The BallOver 18s only | gamblingcare.ie | Please gamble responsibly

On this week's edition of the LOI Wrap-Up, a new series highlighting all the action, reaction and storylines of the weekend's League of Ireland Action, Ross Flanagan brings you through last night's action and beyond as:A busy night in the Premier Division with points swings across the tableThe end for Rovers in EuropeFull round-up of the First DivisionThe FAI Cup Quarter-FinalsA crucial Sunday game in the northwestSUBSCRIBE at OffTheBall.com/join

Shane Keegan and Dan Pitcher are back for League Of Ireland Late Night to go through this evening's games.The League of Ireland on Off The Ball.

A stunning free-kick from Daryl Horgan in the 89th minute proved to be the winner as Dundalk claimed their first win over their Louth rivals this season.Jonathan Higgins caught up with Ciaran Kilduff, Daryl Horgan & Kevin Doherty for their reaction!