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Football journalist Gavin Cooney joins Eoin Sheahan for The Football Show after the first weekend of Premier League action.Football on Off The Ball with William Hill
On Monday's Football Daily, David Wilson brings you all fallout from the opening Sunday of the English Premier League, plus reaction to St. Patricks Athletic's huge cup win over Shelbourne.Ruben Amorim's short and fiery press conference.Keith Andrews baptism of fire.Stephen Kenny pleased with his side's durability to keep going.Joey O'Brien rages against the machine.And Neymar is forced to tears as Santos get pummelled.Become a member and subscribe at offtheball.com/join
Miguel Delaney of the Independent joins Eoin Sheahan to discuss an intriguing opening weekend of Premier League action. Despite a win at Old Trafford, Miguel reckons Arsenal have reason for concern. The lads also talk through Chelsea's lackluster opener, and the transfer saga of Ebereche Eze. with thanks to William Hill
United We Stand's Andy Mitten joins Ger & Colm on the line after a promising opening day display from Manchester United, despite defeat to Arsenal at Old Trafford…Off The Ball Breakfast w/ UPMC Ireland | #GetBackInActionCatch 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
Football journalist, Jonathan Wilson, rounds up the opening weekend of the Premier League action, alongside Ger Gilroy & Colm Boohig.Off The Ball Breakfast w/ UPMC Ireland | #GetBackInAction 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
Jonathan Higgins catches up with Stephen Kenny, Joey O'Brien and Brandon Kavanagh after St. Pats beat Shelbourne in the FAI Cup.LOI Football on Off The Ball with Rockshore 0.0 #LeagueOfOurOwn
Nathan Murphy & Keith Treacy bring you all of the reaction as Arsenal just about edge by Manchester United to claim an opening day three points at Old Trafford...The Sunday Kickback on Off The Ball w/ William Hill Ireland
Stephen Doyle & Brian Kerr are on hand to bring you all of the reaction to what was a disastrous start to life as Brentford boss for Keith Andrews, as they succumbed to an inspired Nottingham Forest performance…The Sunday Kickback on Off The Ball w/ William Hill Ireland
The Premier League returns to our screens this weekend and Off the Balls Football Saturday panel will bring you through all the latest news and drama across the water, as well as this weekends FAI Cup action.Eoin Doyle, Graham Gartland and David Connolly join John Duggan to give their predictions for the #PL season!Off The Ball Breakfast is LIVE weekday mornings from 7:30am.
Shane Keegan and Johnny Ward join Cameron Hill to hear YOUR thoughts on tonight's FAI Cup action, the LOI clubs in Europe, and whatever you're having yourself!League of Ireland Late Night, in partnership with Rockshore 0.0 on Off The Ball, A League of Our Own. Get the facts, be drink aware, visit drinkaware.ie
To celebrate John Giles' retirement week this week, Off The Ball have been trawling through the archives to celebrate the very best of Giles' contributions from over 23 years of broadcasting with Newstalk.Over the course of this week, we will release some of that timeless content, regaling some of the best Giles' stories from over the years.From selecting best elevens, to in-depth conversations on the state of the game itself, to paying tribute to the game's greats, Giles has seen pretty much everything there is to see over 70 years of playing, coaching and punditry. In the ninth episode this week, we take you to some of the golden nuggets of Giles' analysis on Thursday nights on Off The Ball.Here Giles talks of Liam Brady's impact with Juventus in Italy, and playing against German World Cup winner Franz Beckenbauer.Become a member at offtheball.com/join
The BBC fan writer Ian Westbrook joins Eoin Sheahan to discuss the Irish links at Brentford this season, most notably former Off The Ball presenter Keith Andrews taking over as manager of the club!Listen to Brentford against Nottingham Forest this Sunday from 2pm live on Off The Ball on Newstalk!Football on Off The Ball with William Hill.
Welcome to the first of this season's Off The Ball Big Match previews. Every week, Stephen Doyle will mark your card for OTB's Premier League commentaries of the week. This Sunday, we start 4 more years of live Premier League action on Off The Ball with the meeting of Nottingham Forest and Keith Andrews' Brentford™️. Stephen and Brian Kerr will be on the mic for that one. Then, it's off to Old Trafford, where Nathan Murphy and Keith Treacy call Manchester United's clash with Arsenal. Stephen has all the info you need for both of Sunday's Big Matches.
To celebrate John Giles' retirement week this week, Off The Ball have been trawling through the archives to celebrate the very best of Giles' contributions from over 23 years of broadcasting with Newstalk.Over the course of this week, we will release some of that timeless content, regaling some of the best Giles' stories from over the years.From selecting best elevens, to in-depth conversations on the state of the game itself, to paying tribute to the game's greats, Giles has seen pretty much everything there is to see over 70 years of playing, coaching and punditry. In the ninth episode this week, we take you to some of the golden nuggets of Giles' analysis on Thursday nights on Off The Ball.Here Giles talks of Glen Whelan, Luka Modric and Troy Deeney.Become a member at offtheball.com/join
On Friday's Football Daily, Richie McCormack brings you reaction to a fine night for Irish sides in Europe, and how it effects their standing on TV. We hear from Rory Gaffney and Stephen Bradley after Shamrock Rovers' thrashing of Ballkani, with the latter not keen on talking about Jack Byrne, John Russell, John Coleman, Ger Nash and Greg Cunningham help us preview tonight's FAI Cup action. Nottingham Forest are splashing the cash ahead of the opening of the Premier League season. Eddie Howe addresses Alexander Isak's current standing at Newcastle. And Fabien Hurzeler is suddenly very confident about Manchester United target Carlos Baleba.
The 2025/26 Premier League season is almost upon us, as league champions Liverpool host Bournemouth tonight at 8pm!In celebration of the new #PL season, Off the Ball in association with William Hill bring you a brand new series, 'Final One Standing.'The Final One Standing league kicks off tonight - link for sign up is here, just need to click find league and use the code OFFTHEBALL - https://sports.williamhill.com/betting/en-gb#final-one-standing-OFFTHEBALLTo become a member and access our exclusive content simply click: here:http://offtheball.com/join
John Brewin joins us this lovely Friday morning to talk all things Premier League, including which signings will hit the ground running, Newcastle's dire transfer window, our trophy obsessions, and early predictions for who will win the league.Off The Ball Breakfast from 7:30am with UPMC Ireland | #GetBackInAction
Happy Friday, folks! It's time for our Premier League predictions ahead of the new season beginning today. Join Shane Hannon, Colm Boohig, Arthur O'Dea and Keith Treacy as they rank some away kits, predict the PL winners, top 4, relegated trio, flop of the season, first manager to be sacked, and much more!Off The Ball Breakfast from 7:30am with UPMC Ireland | #GetBackInAction
Barry Murphy joins Shane and Colm in studio this morning to talk about how the League of Ireland teams got on in Europe last night. It was a better day for Shamrock Rovers than it was for St Pat's, who drop out of Europe altogether.Off The Ball Breakfast from 7:30am with UPMC Ireland | #GetBackInAction
Stephen Bradley and Rory Gaffney speak to Jonathan Higgins following Shamrock Rovers 4-1 aggregate victory over Ballkani in the Uefa Conference League 3rd round. They will face Santa Clara from the Azores, Portugal in the Play Offs. LOI on Off The Ball is brought to you by Rockshore 0.0.
To celebrate John Giles' retirement week this week, Off The Ball have been trawling through the archives to celebrate the very best of Giles' contributions from over 23 years of broadcasting with Newstalk.Over the course of this week, we will release some of that timeless content, regaling some of the best Giles' stories from over the years.From selecting best elevens, to in-depth conversations on the state of the game itself, to paying tribute to the game's greats, Giles has seen pretty much everything there is to see over 65 years of playing, coaching and punditry. In the eighth episode this week, Giles reflects on the life lived by Jack Charlton shortly after his death in July 2020.Become a member at offtheball.com/join
Stevo is joined by Vinny Perth and Johnny Dunleavy for this week's League of Ireland Pod to discuss Sligo's red cards, Shelbourne's European loss at Tolka Park, Rovers' game this evening, and the upcoming FAI fixtures. The League of Ireland Pod on Off The Ball with Rockshore 0.0
To celebrate John Giles' retirement week this week, Off The Ball have been trawling through the archives to celebrate the very best of Giles' contributions from over 23 years of broadcasting with Newstalk.Over the course of this week, we will release some of that timeless content, regaling some of the best Giles' stories from over the years.From selecting best elevens, to in-depth conversations on the state of the game itself, to paying tribute to the game's greats, Giles has seen pretty much everything there is to see over 70 years of playing, coaching and punditry. In the seventh episode this week, we get Giles' thoughts on the greatest players he has ever played against.Become a member at offtheball.com/join
Make the most of your OTB subscription!Join our Insider mailing list for exclusive subscriber-only newsletters, behind-the-scenes access, and first dibs on live show tickets and members-only events.Colm Boohig and Eoin Sheahan have all the details. It takes 30 seconds. Sign up now at offtheball.com/insider
On Thursday's Football Daily, David Wilson brings you all the build-up ahead of from a huge European night at Tallaght Stadium for Shamrock Rovers.Stephen Bradley won't be going all out early on.Stephen Kenny is keen to up the intensity from last week.Three Israeli teams continue to play in UEFA competition despite the ongoing situation in Gaza and the West Bank.Liverpool's Arne Slot on new signings.And Steve McManaman on how Trent will be remembered by 'pool supporters.Become a member and subscribe at offtheball.com/join
Colm Boohig brings you a very, very special edition of You Had To Be There - Brian Kerr, in front of a live audience, at All Together Now! Off The Ball Breakfast w/ UPMC Ireland | #GetBackInAction 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
Ger Gilroy and Colm Boohig were joined by Arsenal podcaster Andrew Mangan (Arseblog) on Thursday's Off The Ball Breakfast. With a #9 secured in Viktor Gyökeres, Martín Zubimendi coming into midfield and possibly more signings to follow, is this finally the season where Mikel Arteta's Arsenal make the breakthrough and win the Premier League? Andrew took us through his thoughts about Arsenal's hopes this season! Off The Ball Breakfast w/ UPMC Ireland | #GetBackInAction 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
Football journalist Graham Hunter joins Eoin Sheahan to look ahead to the return of La Liga, as well as of the Premier League, particularly with a look to how each competition has spent over the course of the summer.The Football Show with William Hill.
Stephen Doyle, Nathan Murphy and Mick McCarthy join Eoin Sheahan ahead of the 2025/26 season of the Premier League with a full preview featuring signings of the season, who will be the shock performer, the first manager to go and many more. Football on Off The Ball w/ William Hill. Please Gamble Responsibly. 18+.
To celebrate John Giles' retirement week this week, Off The Ball have been trawling through the archives to celebrate the very best of Giles' contributions from over 23 years of broadcasting with Newstalk.Over the course of this week, we will release some of that timeless content, regaling some of the best Giles' stories from over the years.From selecting best elevens, to in-depth conversations on the state of the game itself, to paying tribute to the game's greats, Giles has seen pretty much everything there is to see over 70 years of playing, coaching and punditry. In the sixth episode this week, we change things around slightly and we get the thoughts of those, including Graeme Souness, Chris Kamara, Kevin Keegan and Eddie Gray on Giles' influence on playing, coaching and punditry.Become a member at offtheball.com/join
Liverpool and Real Madrid legend Steve McManaman joins Eoin Sheahan as the La Liga and Premier League seasons return this weekend. He looks at the new signings in the Spanish league, Liverpool fans' grudge with Trent Alexander-Arnold, and who the team to beat in La Liga will be this year!The Football Show with William Hill.
To celebrate John Giles' retirement week this week, Off The Ball have been trawling through the archives to celebrate the very best of Giles' contributions from over 23 years of broadcasting with Newstalk.Over the course of this week, we will release some of that timeless content, regaling some of the best Giles' stories from over the years.From selecting best elevens, to in-depth conversations on the state of the game itself, to paying tribute to the game's greats, Giles has seen pretty much everything there is to see over 70 years of playing, coaching and punditry. In the fifth episode this week, we get Giles' thoughts on the greatest Republic of Ireland XI of all time.Become a member at offtheball.com/join
On Wednesday's Football Daily, Phil Egan brings you all the fallout from a disappointing European night at Tolka Park for Shelbourne, plus a fallout between Shamrock Rovers' pair Jack Byrne and Stephen Bradley.Joey O'Brien wants his side to take last night's hurt into next week's Euro clash.Robbie Keane's Champions League dream continues.There is a suspected fallout between Stephen Bradley and Jack Byrne.Marcus Rashford gives his two cents on the mess at Manchester United.And is Keith Andrews going to secure a big-money transfer for an Ipswich talent?Become a member and subscribe at offtheball.com/join
Shelbourne legend, Stuey Byrne, reacts to last night's heartbreak in Tolka Park alongside Ger Gilroy & Colm Boohig, as Rijeka knocked Shels out of the Europa League qualifiers.Off The Ball Breakfast w/ UPMC Ireland | #GetBackInAction 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
Reaction from Tolka Park where Jonathan Higgins speaks to Joey O'Brien and Kerr McInroy following Shelbourne's dramatic late loss to Rijeka. Shelbourne will now face the winner of Linfield vs Vikingur Gøta of the Faroe Islands in the Conference League 4th qualifying round. League of Ireland on Off The Ball with Rockshore 0.0.
To celebrate John Giles' retirement week this week, Off The Ball have been trawling through the archives to celebrate the very best of Giles' contributions from over 23 years of broadcasting with Newstalk.Over the course of this week, we will release some of that timeless content, regaling some of the best Giles' stories from over the years.From selecting best elevens, to in-depth conversations on the state of the game itself, to paying tribute to the game's greats, Giles has seen pretty much everything there is to see over 65 years of playing, coaching and punditry. In the fourth episode this week, we take you back to Giles' experience of the man that was Matt Busby, the man who gave him his first team debut in 1959.Become a member at offtheball.com/join
To celebrate John Giles' retirement week this week, Off The Ball have been trawling through the archives to celebrate the very best of Giles' contributions from over 23 years of broadcasting with Newstalk.Over the course of this week, we will release some of that timeless content, regaling some of the best Giles' stories from over the years.From selecting best elevens, to in-depth conversations on the state of the game itself, to paying tribute to the game's greats, Giles has seen pretty much everything there is to see over 65 years of playing, coaching and punditry. In the third episode this week, we take you back to Giles most prominent English club, Leeds United as he regales tales of legendary Leeds boss Don Revie.Become a member at offtheball.com/join
On Tuesday's Football Daily, Phil Egan brings you all the latest ahead of a huge European night at Tolka Park for Shelbourne, plus what has Jeff Hendrick had to say on the move of a former teammate Jack Grealish?Joey O'Brien wants his side to go for it.Robbie Keane chases a place in the Champions League, League Phase.There is the launch of a new football segment on Off The Ball Breakfast.Alexander Isak says he is done with Newcastle United and Eddie Howe.Arrigo Sacchi questions Rasmus Hoijlund's intentions.And are Manchester United going to bring in even more players?Become a member and subscribe at offtheball.com/join
Your weekly dive into Irish footballers & managers making moves across the water.Off The Ball's Matthew Brennan joins Ger & Colm to recap the last week of Irish performances from across the Irish Sea in The Championship, League One & League Two - as well as further afield across the continent!We've put together a team of the week from across the three EFL leagues & will hone in on some of the stand-out/most notable performers from the last round of fixtures!There's currently five Irish bosses at the helm in the three divisions; in the Championship we've got Alan Sheehan at Snoop Dogg's Swansea, the bulk coming in League One by way former Republic of Ireland international Conor Hourihane at Barnsley, Brian Barry-Murphy at Cardiff & Noel Hunt at Reading, with our sole representative in League Two being Dean Brennan at newly promoted Barnet. We'll run through how each of them got on - while focusing in on our manager of the week!There's also a number of former League of Ireland stars now plying their trade in the EFL, so League of Ireland fans, there is plenty in here for you too!Off The Ball Breakfast w/ UPMC Ireland | #GetBackInAction 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
Premier League journalist Dan Bardell joins Ger & Colm on the show, to talk through Jack Grealish's move to Everton, Villa's transfer window & more.Off The Ball Breakfast w/ UPMC Ireland | #GetBackInAction 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
To celebrate John Giles' retirement week this week, Off The Ball have been trawling through the archives to celebrate the very best of Giles' contributions from over 23 years of broadcasting with Newstalk.Over the course of this week, we will release some of that timeless content, regaling some of the best Giles' stories from over the years.From selecting best elevens, to in-depth conversations on the state of the game itself, to paying tribute to the game's greats, Giles has seen pretty much everything there is to see over 65 years of playing, coaching and punditry. In the first episode this week, we take you back to Giles most prominent English club, Leeds United as he selects the best eleven in their history.Become a member at offtheball.com/join
Nathan Murphy joins Eoin Sheahan as the worldwide football scene gets going again, as Crystal Palace beat Liverpool in the Community Shield, there's a huge week ahead for League of Ireland sides in Europe, and the Premier League kicks back up again this Friday.Football on Off The Ball w/ William Hill. Please Gamble Responsibly. 18+.To become a member and access our exclusive content simply click: here:http://offtheball.com/join
On Monday's Football Daily, Phil Egan brings you all the latest Crystal Palace's appeal for their reinstatement into the Europa League fails, whilst Jack Grealish is set for the exit door at Manchester City.Stephen Kenny wants to keep his side's momentum going.John Russell rues Patrick McClean red card.Stephen Bradley is pleased with a Galway point.And are Manchester United going to bring in even more players?Become a member and subscribe at offtheball.com/join
To celebrate the return of the Premier League, Off The Ball has teamed up with William Hill to bring you The Final One Standing. Each week our OTB 'experts' will pick a team from the weekends fixtures that they think will win to stay in the game. Don't forget you can play alongside the OTB team in our own Final One Standing league. Simply join on the link below or on the William Hill app using code OFFTHEBALL. Sign up for free to be in with a chance to win!https://sports.williamhill.com/betting/en-gb#final-one-standing-OFFTHEBALLThe Final One Standing with William Hill
To celebrate John Giles' retirement week this week, Off The Ball have been trawling through the archives to celebrate the very best of Giles' contributions from over 23 years of broadcasting with Newstalk.Over the course of this week, we will release some of that timeless content, regaling some of the best Giles' stories from over the years.From selecting best elevens, to in-depth conversations on the state of the game itself, to paying tribute to the game's greats, Giles has seen pretty much everything there is to see over 65 years of playing, coaching and punditry. In the first episode this week, we take you back to Giles first English club, Manchester United as he selects the best eleven in their history.Become a member at offtheball.com/join
The Times' northern football correspondent, Paul Joyce, reacts to Crystal Palace winning the Community Shield over Liverpool, while also chatting about Liverpool's summer transfer window, alongside Ger Gilroy & Will O'Callaghan.Off The Ball Breakfast w/ UPMC Ireland | #GetBackInAction
Shane Keegan and Johnny Ward join Cameron Hill once again to talk through the talking points from another week in League of Ireland land (the less we say about tonight's Premier Division games, the better).League of Ireland Late Night, in partnership with Rockshore 0.0 on Off The Ball, A League of Our Own. Get the facts, be drink aware, visit drinkaware.ie.
On Friday's Football Daily, Phil Egan brings you all the latest as St. Pats were thumped by Besiktas, Shamrock Rovers suffer defeat in Kosovo, and a look ahead to tonight's League of Ireland action.Stephen Kenny feels that his side were comprehensively schooled.Ole Gunnar Solskjaer feels the second half of his side's showing in Tallaght was an education.Stephen Bradley rues his team's poor showing against Ballkani.And is Benjamin Sesko really a good signing for Manchester United?Become a member and subscribe at offtheball.com/join
Live post-match reaction from Tallaght Stadium with OTB's Nathan Murphy from Stephen Kenny and Ole Gunnar Solskjaer as Pats lose 4-1 at home to Beşiktaş in the third round of the UEFA Conference League Qualifiers.LOI on Off The Ball w/ Rockshore 0.0
Will O'Callaghan and Keith Treacy are joined by Ronan Finn this morning to look back at St Pat's loss to Besiktas last night, Melia's potential, Shamrock Rovers' disappointment, and Ronan's own journey to UCD.Off The Ball Breakfast from 7:30am with UPMC Ireland | #GetBackInAction
On Thursday's Football Daily, Phil Egan brings you all the latest as Shels record an historic night in Europe, Pats take on Besiktas, and Ole Gunnar Solskjaer speaks of the biggest job in Irish sport.Joey O'Brien knows that the Shels job isn't done yet.Stephen Kenny knows that Mason Melia needs to get to the next level.OGS spoke to the FAI about the Ireland job.Stephen Bradley is wary of Ballkani.And is Carlos Baleba on his way to Manchester United?Become a member and subscribe at offtheball.com/join