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The legendary Irish footballer, manager and pundit John Giles joins Nathan Murphy and Eoin Sheahan to make a very special announcement.After 23 years as the voice of football on Off The Ball, the legend has decided to retire from punditry on his own terms. On this sad occasion, Nathan, Eoin and John himself reminisce about all of the iconic, historic and legendary moments from Giles' career on the field and off it.Football on Off The Ball with William Hill.

On Thursday's Football Daily, Phil Egan brings you all the latest from the US as the Republic of Ireland get ready to take on the best in the world in Denver, whilst the Club World Cup group stage comes to a close.Carla Ward and Emma Hayes face off as friends, not foes.Moses Dyer on his way to... Cambodia?Manchester City take on Juventus with both sides aiming to avoid Real Madrid in the next round.Ederson insists his future is with City and not in Saudi.Could Victor Gyokeres choose Liverpool over Arsenal and Manchester United?Who is Liverpool's new under-21 manager?And why are Aston Villa considering selling their women's team?Become a member and subscribe at offtheball.com/join

Gareth McGlynn and Vinny Perth join Nathan Murphy for this week's LOI Pod, after a massive week in which we lost both the most interesting manager, and the League's top scorer in one fell swoop. Catch Galway versus Shelbourne live on Newstalk on Friday at 7pm!The League of Ireland Pod with Rockshore 0.0.

On Wednesday's Football Daily, Phil Egan brings you all the latest from the world of transfers, the Club World Cup and the relegation of a French giant.Keith Andrews set to 'Bee' first Premier League Irish boss since Chris Hughton.Sean Grehan heads up north to Doncaster.Chelsea bake in the Pennsylvania sun.Boca Juniors suffer Club World Cup embarrassment.Michail Antonio steps up his comeback.Paul Pogba back in the game.And who will be Jimmy Dunne's new manager at QPR?Become a member and subscribe at offtheball.com/join

On Tuesday's Football Daily, Phil Egan brings you all the fallout from a huge night of League of Ireland action in both the men's Premier and First Divisions.Alan Reynolds delights at a third win over eternal rivals Shamrock Rovers.Stephen Bradley fumes over his side's non-appearance in a frenetic Dublin derby.Joey O'Brien begins life as Shelbourne interim boss with a draw.O'Brien says that it has been a whirlwind 24 hours since the Duff departure.Shels skipper Mark Coyle pays tribute to both Duff and O'Brien.The fans of their say on the impact of Duff on the league.Become a member and subscribe at offtheball.com/join

Former League of Ireland manager Keith Long joins Ger & Colm in studio for his first sit-down interview since departing Waterford earlier on this year.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

Nathan Murphy caught up with Shelbourne interim boss Joey O'Brien and captain Mark Coyle as they speak about the departure of Shelbourne manager Damien Duff. LOI w/ Rockshore 0.0 #leagueofourown To become a member and access our exclusive content simply click: here:http://offtheball.com/join

Stephen Bradley and Alan Reynolds speak to Scarlett Herron following Bohemians 2-0 win over league leaders Shamrock Rovers.The Dublin Derby result leaves Bohemians nine points off Shamrock Rovers with two games in hand.LOI w/ Rockshore 0.0#leagueofourown 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 fallout from Damien Duff's shock resignation from Shelbourne plus all the build-up to tonight's games in both the Premier and First Divisions.Duff says that he 'smelt' a drop off in standards at Shels in pre season.Vinny Perth calls it a massive blow to the league.Stephen Bradley has no fears about how his side will handle the occasion of a Dublin derby.Tiernan Lynch praises one of the best midfielders in his arsenal.Antonio Rudiger reports a racist incident at the Club World Cup.And could Moise Kean be on his way to Old Trafford?Become a member and subscribe at offtheball.com/join

Ger Gilroy & Colm Boohig are joined by Vinny Perth & Nathan Murphy within this week's Performance Rankings to react to the news that Damien Duff has resigned as Shelbourne boss!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

Keith Treacy is in studio live in the wake of the news that Damien Duff has resigned from Shelbourne.LOI on Off The Ball is brought to you Rockshore 0.0 | #ALeagueOfOurOwn

This is LOI Late Night, your weekly post-match forum on the night's fixtures - hosted this week by Nathan Murphy. LOI on Off The Ball is brought to you Rockshore 0.0 | #ALeagueOfOurOwn

Shelbourne's patchy form continued on Friday night with a 1-0 defeat at home to Derry City. After the game, OTB's Ben Symes spoke to a disappointed Shelbourne manager Damien Duff, and then it's the turn of Derry boss Tiernan Lynch. LOI on Off The Ball is brought to you Rockshore 0.0 | #ALeagueOfOurOwn

Waterford made it back-to-back wins over Bohemians at the RSC in OTB's live game, beating the Gypsies by 2-goals to 1. After the game, match commentator Stephen Doyle caught up with the Blues manager John Coleman, his Bohs counterpart Alan Reynolds, and Waterford goalscorer Conan Noonan. LOI on Off The Ball is brought to you Rockshore 0.0 | #ALeagueOfOurOwn

On Friday's Football Daily, Phil Egan brings you a full preview of tonight's League of Ireland action - which includes our live game from the RSC where Waterford play Bohemians. We hear from Blues boss John Coleman, Bohs winger Archie Meekison, as well as Stephen Bradley, Jamie Lennon, David Hurley, John Russell, Callum Flynn and more. Liverpool have turned their attentions towards Selhurst Park having practically wrapped up the sale of Jarrell Quansah. And a future Nottingham Forest player fells the Champions League winners in Pasadena.

Waterford FC captain Padraig Amond joins Eoin Sheahan and Nathan Murphy ahead of Friday night's clash with Bohemians in the League Of Ireland Premier Division, a game you can hear live and exclusively on Newstalk!The League of Ireland on Off The Ball with Rockshore 0.0.

On Thursday's Football Daily, Phil Egan brings you all the latest from the Club World Cup as Manchester City and Real Madrid got their campaigns underway yesterday and the latest from the world of football transfers.Phil Foden eyes a better season next year.Juventus have a... strange meeting with Donald Trump.Victor Gyokeres could go on strike at Sporting.Gennaro Gattuso on the Italian Job.And Wales name their EUROS squad.Become a member and subscribe at offtheball.com/join

Welcome to another League of Ireland Pod! This week, Stevo, Vinny Perth, and Gareth McGlynn react to THAT Shels v Linfield draw, as well as look ahead to this weekend's league action, with a focus on the relegation battle brewing.The LOI Pod on Off The Ball is brought to you Rockshore 0.0 | #ALeagueOfOurOwn

On Wednesday's Football Daily, Phil Egan brings you all the latest from the Club World Cup as Manchester City and Real Madrid begin their campaigns.Pep Guardiola hints at a possible way back for Jack Grealish.Xabi Alonso fears Al-Hilal strength.Leah Williamson to battle on despite several English retirements.Joe Gomez could follow Caoimhin Kelleher out the door.And could Paul Pogba play in France?Become a member and subscribe at offtheball.com/join

Football author James Montague joins Colm & Ger on the show, to chat about his new book, ‘Engulfed: How Saudi Arabia Bought Sport, and the World'.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

On Tuesday's Football Daily, Phil Egan brings you all the fallout from last night in the League of Ireland plus all the latest from the Club World Cup.Kevin Doherty laments Drogheda United's European expulsion, as does Stephen Bradley, Stephen Kenny and Damien Duff.Bradley wants Rovers to kick on as they go clear at the top.Kenny disappointed with his side's first half showing, whilst Duff credits his team with a battling win.Carla Ward's Ireland heading back to the Aviva.And Manchester United turn attention to another striker.Become a member and subscribe at offtheball.com/join

Colm Boohig & Nathan Murphy are joined by former Ireland international Keith Treacy to talk all things football, reflecting on last night's League of Ireland action and the news that Drogheda United will not be allowed to compete in Europe 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

Shelbourne returned to winning ways in the SSE Airtricity Premier Division on Monday night with a 1-nil victory away to Dublin rivals St. Pat's. After the game, OTB's Scarlett Herron spoke to Shels manager Damien Duff about that win, their ambitions in Europe, and his sadness for former Shels colleagues now at Drogheda. Scarlett also caught up with Pat's manager Stephen Kenny, and Shels' playmaker Ali Coote. League of Ireland on Off the Ball with Rockshore | #leagueofourown

A horrible day for Drogheda United ended with a 2-1 defeat at home to SSE Airtricity Premier Division leaders Shamrock Rovers at Sullivan & Lambe Park.Heartbroken and emotional, their manager Kevin Doherty spoke to OTB's Nathan Murphy, as did the Rovers boss Stephen Bradley. League of Ireland on Off the Ball with Rockshore | #leagueofourown

On Monday's Football Daily, Phil Egan brings you all the latest ahead of the European sides doing battle in the League of Ireland plus all the latest from the Club World Cup.Stephen Bradley not expecting anything easy as his side travel to take on Drogheda United.Damien Duff says he has no friends in football.Tom Grivosti on the classics between Pats and Shels.Keith Andrews set to be the new Brentford boss.Could Ibrahima Konate follow Trent out the door to Madrid?Andrew Omobamidele to stay in France.And Angel Gomes is on his way to Marseille.Become a member and subscribe at offtheball.com/join

Former Shamrock Rovers goalkeeper Barry Murphy & former Shelbourne manager Owen Heary join Colm & John in studio to reflect on the weekend of League of Ireland action that was!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

Damien Duff, Stephen Bradley & Matt Healy react to Shamrock Rovers going six points clear at the top of the league following their 2-1 win away to Shelbourne.League of Ireland on Off the Ball with Rockshore | #leagueofourownTo become a member and access our exclusive content simply click: here:http://offtheball.com/joinAll the perks right here:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfGDs3EEl0RHUwgdEGeCL_A/join

Shane Keegan and Barry Murphy joined Cameron Hill to catch up with the League of Ireland nation after the mid-season break, as Shamrock Rovers were 2-1 winners at Shelbourne, while Bohemians move into second with a 2-0 win over Cork City at Turner's Cross.League of Ireland Late Night, in partnership with Rockshore 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 ahead of the restart of the League of Ireland.Stephen Bradley wants his side to kick on in the second half of the season.Graham Burke is enjoying the injury-free life.Stephen Kenny says that clean sheets are key to St Pats' chances of improvement.Ryan McLaughlin says the strength of the squad should get the Inchicore side through the business part of the season.Podge Amond feels Waterford have turned a corner.Ciaran Kilduff feels that Dundalk are in a good place.And Liverpool get their Wirtz.Become a member and subscribe at offtheball.com/join

Nathan is back for another week of LOI action and he was joined by Vinny Perth and Gareth McGlynn to chat through Drogheda's desperate bids to get into the conference league, the positions that clubs need to fill, and Vinny's new gig as a model! The League of Ireland Pod on Off The Ball is brought you to by Rockshore 0.0, refreshingly Alcohol Free. Always be drink aware, get the facts and visit drinkaware.ie

On Thursday's Football Daily, Phil Egan brings you news of a new signing at Galway ahead of the return of the League of Ireland on Friday night. We hear from Stephen Bradley ahead of our live game - the Dublin derby clash of Shelbourne and Shamrock Rovers on Newstalk. Roberto Mancini opens the door to an Italian return. And there's a boost for the Republic of Ireland women's team.

On Wednesday's Football Daily, Phil Egan brings you reaction to the Republic of Ireland's drab scoreless draw away to Luxembourg. We hear from Jack Taylor, Max O'Leary and captain Nathan Collins. We hear from new Manchester City signing Tijani Reijnders as Kevin de Bruyne heads to the Italian champions. The 'here we go' for Florian Wirtz appears premature. Brazil, Ecuador and Australia book their World Cup places, but Palestine are robbed of a playoff.

On Tuesday's Football Daily, Phil Egan brings you the latest from the Republic of Ireland camp ahead of tonight's international friendly away to Luxembourg. We hear from manager Heimir Hallgrimsson, while the hosts tangle with a delicate situation around their Aviva match-winner. Claudio Ranieri has said 'no' to Italy, and we've the latest on the next cab off the rank. Manchester City have tapped into Liverpool's old brains trust. The odd deals between Nottingham Forest and John Textor's clubs continue.

On Monday's Football Daily, Phil Egan brings you all the latest from the Republic of Ireland camp ahead of the friendly with Luxembourg.Bosun Lawal looks to impress.Scotland have a goalkeeping crisis.Craig Bellamy wants his Wales' side to be history makers.Could Aaron Ramsey be off to Mexico?Harvey Elliot is considering his Liverpool future.Another Bellingham in Dortmund.And Uriah Rennie passes away aged 65.Become a member and subscribe at offtheball.com/join

On Friday's Football Daily, Phil Egan brings you the latest news as Ireland prepare to play Senegal for the first time tonight.Gabriel has signed a new contract at Arsenal until 2029.A nine-goal thriller between Spain and France last night.Become a member and subscribe at offtheball.com/join

Nathan Murphy sat down with Shamrock Rovers' head coach Stephen Bradley to talk about the life-changing incident that led him away from playing, bringing Rovers to the top, and the impact his son's cancer diagnosis has had. Inner Drive is brought to you by Allianz, proud sponsors of Irish sport for over 30 years. #StopTheDrop

On Thursday's Football Daily, Phil Egan brings you all the latest from the Republic of Ireland camp ahead of the friendly with Senegal.Max O'Leary looks for his debut in a green shirt.Manchester United suffer more backroom upheaval.Bryan Mbuemo moves a step closer.Rangers get Russell Martin.Luis Diaz to stay at Liverpool.Newcastle sign a Spanish prodigy.And there is panic in FIFA over the Club World Cup.Become a member and subscribe at offtheball.com/join

On Wednesday's Football Daily, Phil Egan brings you all the fallout from last night's Nations League win for the Republic of Ireland over Slovenia.Carla Ward says Katie McCabe could be on the way to burnout.Tributes are paid to the retiring Louise Quinn.Is Jason Knight the most experienced 2003-born player in the world?Adam Idah is ready for a Celtic battle.And Lee Carsley decides to extend his England under-21 stay.Become a member and subscribe at offtheball.com/join

As we reach the mid-season break of the League of Ireland, Vinny Perth and Gareth McGlynn join Steveo to decide on their team of the season so far. The LOI Pod with Rockshore #LeagueOfOurOwn

Sue Ronan reflects on Ireland's 1-0 victory against Slovenia at Páirc Uí Chaoimh as Carla Ward's side look ahead to a play-off for League A qualification.Off the Ball Breakfast with UPMCTo become a member and access our exclusive content simply click: here:http://offtheball.com/join

Former Irish international Méabh de Búrca joins Eoin in the aftermath of Ireland defeating Slovenia 1-0 in their final Nations League group phase match of 2025. The result means Ireland will have a play-off game to determine if they will gain promotion to League A. Football on OTB w/ William Hill.

On Tuesday's Football Daily, Phil Egan brings you all the build-up to tonight's Nations League decider with Slovenia.Carla Ward and Katie McCabe call the Nations League situation bonkers.Jake O'Brien and Josh Honohan on Kelleher, Coleman, Bradley and the World Cup.Bruno Fernandes turns down Saudi Arabia with Bryan Mbuemo a possible incoming for Manchester United.Jadon Sancho is back at OT but where could Rasmus Hoijlund end up?And the UK government take on Roman Abramovich.Become a member and subscribe at offtheball.com/join

Shane Keegan & Johnny Ward joined Cameron Hill to feel the pulse of the League of Ireland nation at the midway point in the season, with Bohemians seeing off 10-man Derry City at Dalymount Park, Shamrock Rovers stay six points clear despite a scoreless draw with Galway United, and Shelbourne settle for a 1-all draw at Cork City.League of Ireland Late Night, in partnership with Rockshore 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 build-up to tonight's League of Ireland matches plus Ireland's Nations League game with Turkey.Stephen Bradley on new signings and the Galway threat.Stephen Kenny wants his Pats team to end the first half of the season on a high.Louise Quinn on what she brings to the senior international side.Trent confirms his participation at the Club World Cup.And there is the return of Angel Di Maria to his boyhood club.Become a member and subscribe at offtheball.com/join

Former Ireland manager Sue Ronan joins Shane Hannon and Colm Boohig to discuss how Katie McCabe's recent win with Arsenal can translate over to the Irish camp ahead of their games against Turkey and Slovenia.

Gareth McGlynn joins Nathan Murphy and Vinnie Perth, both of whom took notable trips to the barbers ahead of the show, for this week's episode of The League Of Ireland Pod.The LOI Pod with Rockshore #LeagueOfOurOwn

On Thursday's Football Daily, Phil Egan brings you the latest from both the Irish men's and women's camps ahead of their international matches.Could Seamus Coleman call it a day?Megan Connolly on life with Lazio.Chelsea win the European set.Italian managerial merry-go-round.And where could Caoimhin Kelleher be off to?Become a member and subscribe at offtheball.com/join

On Wednesday's Football Daily, Phil Egan brings you the latest news and updates from the world of football.Hear from Jurgen Klopp in the aftermath of the Monday's incident at Liverpool's trophy parade.Champions League winner Katie McCabe joins up with Ireland's Nations League squad ahead of their clash with Turkey this coming Friday.Enzo Maresca & Reece James speak ahead of tonight's Europa Conference League final between Chelsea & Real Betis!Become a member and subscribe at offtheball.com/join

On Tuesday's Football Daily, Phil Egan brings you the latest news and updates from the world of football.We hear from OTB's Football correspondent, Nathan Murphy, who was in Liverpool yesterday evening, during those tragic scenes on Water Street.New recruit, Erin Healy, speaks ahead of Ireland's Nations League fixture with Turkey this coming Friday.Mary Earps makes the decision to walk away from international football, just five weeks from the start of England's Euros campaign.Carlo Ancelotti names his first Brazil squad.Cristiano Ronaldo has teased a new move away from Al Nassr.Links between Napoli and Kevin de Bruyne have strengthened...Become a member and subscribe at offtheball.com/join

Owen Heary and Barry Murphy join Ger Gilroy and John Duggan to review all the recent League of Ireland shenanigans, including Shamrock Rovers knicking a winner away to Derry City, Stephen Kenny and St. Pats continued woes, and the lads give their Team of The Seasons so far. Off The Ball Breakfast with UPMC #GetBackInAction

Welcome to Tuesday's OTB Breakfast Bite, your FREE bitesize taster of this morning's full Off The Ball Breakfast. On this morning's show Nathan Murphy joined Ger Gilroy and John Duggan after witnessing first-hand the initial jubilation and subsequent tragedy that engulfed Liverpool FC's celebratory parade in the city centre on Monday afternoon. Catch Off The Ball Breakfast 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/join