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Michael McCarthy, Arthur O'Dea and Stephen Doyle were on the Newsround as we remembered the life of Footballing legend Kevin Keegan who sadly passed away at the age of 75 today. Firstly, you will hear a clip from the show in 2020, in which Kevin joined on the line alongside John Giles for Giles' 80th Birthday. Then Liverpool legend and former team-mate of Kevin, Phil Thompson joins on the line to pay tribute to a Liverpool and Newcastle Great.The Newsround on Off The Ball

Kevin Keegan the former England footballer and manager, has died at the age of 75.It was announced in January that Keegan had been diagnosed with stage four cancer, with his family revealing he was to begin treatment.Most revered for his feats as a manager at Newcastle and as a player at Liverpool, Keegan forged a successful career that included three First Division titles, one FA Cup, one European Cup, and two UEFA Cups as well as two Bundesliga titles between the years of 1968 and 1984.Keegan's traits as a forward was founded on his pace and ability with the ball, and he formed a formidable strike partnership with John Toshack, and was at the heart of Liverpool's prosperous side in the 1970s under Bill Shankly and Bob Paisley.As a manager, Keegan took Newcastle from the second tier into the Premier League and to their best-ever second finish, earning the nickname ‘King Kev', and signed some of the club's most iconic players, including Alan Shearer.Here in this podcast, Keegan joined his old friend and rival, John Giles to mark Giles' 80th birthday back in 2020, and the duo alongside Nathan Murphy reminisced on that punch and the glory days of the 70s and 80s.Become a member and sign up at offtheball.com/join

Phil Egan brings you Monday's World Cup Daily as Spain are crowned world champions after a 1-0 extra-time win over Argentina in New Jersey, with Ferran Torres striking late to seal a second World Cup title.Hear reaction from Luis de la Fuente and Marc Cucurella as Spain's control, defending and clean-sheet record define the tournament — plus the milestones for teenage stars Lamine Yamal and Pau Cubarsí, and a record-setting run for Unai Simón.There's also the Messi angle as Argentina fall short and tempers flare, Andy Townsend on a team built around their “Lord and Saviour”, and a look at the spectacle off the pitch, LOI/FAI Cup updates, and major Premier League transfer news.World Cup Daily on Off The Ball, brought to you by Lynx, “A Proud Sponsor of the FIFA World Cup 2026“. Smell Your Best When You Look Your WorstBecome a member and subscribe at offtheball.com/join.

Phil Egan is back with Friday's World Cup Daily as the fallout from England's semi-final collapse to Argentina rolls on — and Thomas Tuchel insists he's “100% committed” despite the criticism of his late defensive switches and questions over England's identity.Tim Vickery, Seamus Flanagan and Ben Symes dissect the baffling subs, the lack of an “outball”, and how Argentina adapted on the fly to flip the game.Plus, Lionel Messi on Argentina's belief ahead of Sunday's final with Spain, and Vickery on Lionel Scaloni's biggest triumph: integrating Messi as the team's vocal leader.There's also LOI and FAI Cup news, with Derry's European dropdown, Bohemians progressing, and a furious reaction to the Ringmahon Rangers fiasco.World Cup Daily on Off The Ball, brought to you by Lynx, “A Proud Sponsor of the FIFA World Cup 2026“. Smell Your Best When You Look Your WorstBecome a member and sign up at offtheball.com/join

England are out of the World Cup – and Argentina are heading to a second final in a row after a dramatic 2-1 semi-final comeback in Atlanta.Phil Egan breaks down how Anthony Gordon's opener was overturned late on, with Enzo Fernandez striking from range before Messi delivers the killer cross for Lautaro Martinez in injury time. There's reaction to Thomas Tuchel's “shut up shop” subs, and why the momentum flipped so brutally.Plus, Philippe Auclair on England's familiar capitulation, Lionel Scaloni on capitalising, and the extra fallout – including Argentina facing FIFA action over a post-match banner – as Spain await in Sunday's final.World Cup Daily on Off The Ball, brought to you by Lynx, “A Proud Sponsor of the FIFA World Cup 2026“. Smell Your Best When You Look Your WorstBecome a member and sign up at offtheball.com/join

David Wilson, Matthew Brennan and Phil Egan are in studio for this week's Inside The Odds, discussing the semi-finals of the World Cup as Spain swept France by on Tuesday night while England crashed out in the second half against the World Champions ArgentinaInside The Odds on Off The Ball with NovibetOver 18s only | http://gamblingcare.ie | Please gamble responsibly

England's World Cup dream is over, so Ger, Colm & Enda are absolutely feasting on the fallout after that bonkers semi-final against Argentina.From Pickford's positioning and Bellingham's reaction to the first goal, to that swing to 5-at-the-back and the “what are we even doing here?” chaos on the pitch, it's a full post-mortem on how England, once again, couldn't see it out.Was it Tuchel bottling it with the subs? Did the players lose belief? And how much joy is it acceptable to take from crying kids and a Telegraph meltdown?Plus: Messi's moments, Argentina's shithousery, and whether Spain can handle what's coming next.Off The Ball Breakfast with Viagra Connect 50mg film-coated tablets. Contains sildenafil. For adult men with erectile dysfunction. Subject to suitability. Maximum dosage one 50mg tablet per day. Always read the label.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

Ben Symes is in for Stephen Doyle on this week's League of Ireland Pod, alongside Vinny Perth and Gareth McGlynn, after a chaotic, unorthodox run of fixtures across the Premier Division.They break down Drogheda's massive 2-1 win away to Dundalk, the fallout and what it means at the bottom, plus Eoin Kenny's move to Portsmouth and why it's a brilliant, hard-earned story.There's big talk on John Russell leaving Sligo for Shelbourne — what it does to the Bit O' Red, what Russell can bring to Tolka, and the growing Jamestown Analytics model behind the scenes.And it's Europe and the FAI Cup: Rovers' 5-1 statement, Derry's hope in the Brandywell, Bohs in Gibraltar, and the Ringmahon Rangers controversy.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 Instagram.And 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 back with Wednesday's World Cup Daily, as Spain book their place in the World Cup final for the first time since 2010 after a dominant 2-0 win over France — and Didier Deschamps admits his side “didn't turn up”.It's then all eyes on England v Argentina tonight as a rivalry for the ages is renewed, with Tuchel's plan for Messi, Alexis Mac Allister walking back his pre-tournament comments, and Gary Lineker backing England to peak at the right time.Plus, Shamrock Rovers make European history in Tallaght — overturning a two-goal deficit with a 5-1 win over Floriana — with reaction from Stephen Bradley and John McGovern.World Cup Daily on Off The Ball, brought to you by Lynx, “A Proud Sponsor of the FIFA World Cup 2026“. Smell Your Best When You Look Your WorstBecome a member and sign up at offtheball.com/join

Shamrock Rovers are through in Europe after a huge 5-1 win over Floriana in Tallaght Stadium, and we've got the post-match reaction from Stephen Bradley & John McGovern as the Hoops flipped the tie on its head.SUBSCRIBE at OffTheBall.com/join

Ben Symes, Matthew Brennan and David Wilson are back on The Green Scene as the lads catch up on a busy few weeks in Irish football — from the FAI EGM and the fallout of Ireland's “home” game with Israel being moved abroad, to what that means for players and supporters.There's plenty of transfer chat too: Seamus Coleman training with Sheffield United and being linked with a host of Championship clubs, Troy Parrott's next step after AZ, and where Alan Browne could land.Plus: Grady McDonnell's move to Nottingham Forest, what Spurs should do with Mason Melia, Damien Duff linking up with Keith Andrews at Brentford, and a quick World Cup semi-final spin to finish.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 Tuesday's World Cup Daily as we build up to the first semi-final: Spain v France in Dallas, with Didier Deschamps chasing a fourth World Cup final and Spain's 2010 echoes being talked up by Xabi Alonso.We also look ahead to England v Argentina in Atlanta, where security will be heightened amid the backdrop of historical tensions — plus reaction to the Tuchel/Bellingham storyline and Declan Rice's fitness boost.And there's Irish interest too: Shamrock Rovers try to overturn a 2-0 deficit in Tallaght, while John O'Shea backs Seamus Coleman to find the right next move.World Cup Daily on Off The Ball, brought to you by Lynx, “A Proud Sponsor of the FIFA World Cup 2026”. Smell Your Best When You Look Your Worst.Become a member and sign up at offtheball.com/join

Ger Gilroy, David Wilson and Matthew Brennan are here to bring you this week's episode of Inside The Odds, looking ahead to the upcoming Semi Final fixtures of Argentina versus England, and Spain versus France. Inside The Odds brought to you by Novibet. | Over 18s only | gamblingcare.ie | Please gamble responsibly

Phil Egan is in for Monday's World Cup Daily, with the big talking points from home and abroad.Shelbourne confirm John Russell as their new manager, with the former Sligo Rovers boss set for his first game in the FAI Cup this Friday.Plus, FIFA president Gianni Infantino floats the idea of a 64-team World Cup — and Keith Treacy and Eoin Doyle debate whether more teams means more jeopardy, more stories, and a better chance for Ireland to get back to the big stage.We also look ahead to France v Spain, England v Argentina, Messi's “godlike” status in Dallas, and the latest transfer updates involving Aston Villa and Manchester United.World Cup Daily on Off The Ball, brought to you by Lynx, “A Proud Sponsor of the FIFA World Cup 2026”. Smell Your Best When You Look Your Worst.Become a member and sign up at offtheball.com/join

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 packed action as:Drogheda claim Louth derby bragging rightsPats survive a barrage from the BluesGalway, Sligo prepare for Connacht derbyLongford shock the RebelsA full slate of Women's Premier Division fixturesLOI teams in Europe hope to continue 2025 form.SUBSCRIBE at OffTheBall.com/join

Stephen Doyle was in Dundalk for the Louth derby, between Dundalk FC and Drogheda United, as the Drogs earned a significant result with a 1-2 victory over their hosts. Stephen spoke with Drogs boss Kevin Doherty and Dundalk manager Ciaran Kilduff after the game.The League of Ireland on Off The Ball.

Phil Egan is joined for Friday's World Cup Daily as France book their place in the semi-finals with a 2-0 win over Morocco in Boston, with Kylian Mbappé playing down talk of them being favourites.We look ahead to tonight's quarter-final as Spain face Belgium, with Thibaut Courtois embracing the underdog tag, and there's also the latest from England and Norway ahead of tomorrow's clash, including fitness concerns for Thomas Tuchel.Plus, a busy night for the League of Ireland in Europe: Bohemians take a 2-0 lead into their trip to St Joseph's, while Derry City still have plenty to play for in the Brandywell after a 3-2 defeat in Sofia.World Cup Daily on Off The Ball, brought to you by Lynx, “A Proud Sponsor of the FIFA World Cup 2026”. Smell Your Best When You Look Your Worst.Become a member and sign up at offtheball.com/join

Off The Ball's Ben Symes spoke with Bohemians' Alan Reynolds following his side's 2-0 victory over Gibraltar's St Joseph's in the Europa Conference League Qualifiers.The League of Ireland on Off The Ball.

Phil Egan is back with Thursday's World Cup Daily, with reaction to the FAI EGM as the motion to fulfil Ireland's Nations League fixtures against Israel passes by 75 votes to 32. Ben Symes joins Off The Ball Breakfast to outline the financial and political pressure on the association, and why the debate isn't as black-and-white as many would like.There's also a European night ahead for Bohemians and Derry City, with Bohs hosting St Joseph's at Dalymount and Derry are away to CSKA Sofia.Plus: Carla Ward on Katie McCabe's Chelsea move, France v Morocco in Boston, and Louisa Thomas on World Cup ticket prices.World Cup Daily on Off The Ball, brought to you by Lynx, “A Proud Sponsor of the FIFA World Cup 2026”. Smell Your Best When You Look Your Worst.Become a member and sign up at offtheball.com/join

Stephen Doyle is joined by Vinny Perth and Gareth McGlynn for another LOI Pod, with the Louth Derby front and centre ahead of live and exclusive commentary from Oriel Park on Friday night.They react to Shelbourne 2-1 Dundalk at Tolka Park, and dig into what Ciaran Kilduff has built — from culture and structure, to midfield combinations, Eoin Kenny's move to Portsmouth, and how vital it is to hang on to Daryl Horgan and Gbemi Arubi.Plus: Waterford flying under John Coffey/Coughlan, Pats' away-day questions, Sligo's slump, Europe updates for Rovers, Bohs and Derry — and the LOI Pod is going live at All Together Now.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 Instagram.And 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.

Republic of Ireland manager Carla Ward joins Will O'Callaghan for Wednesday's Football Show, reflecting on the job she's done so far, the ‘cult of football' on Cork, and how Katie McCabe will be sitting in her seat as manager after her playing days are over!The Football Show on Off The Ball with Novibet.Over 18s only | gamblingcare.ie | Please gamble responsibly

Ger Gilroy, Phil Egan, and David Wilson bring you this week's episode of Inside The Odds, taking a look at the World Cup quarter-finals kicking off tomorrow night with France taking on Morocco. Brought to you by Novibet. | Over 18s only | gamblingcare.ie | Please gamble responsibly

Phil Egan is back with Wednesday's World Cup Daily as Argentina somehow survive a classic against Egypt — Messi misses a penalty, then delivers more magic, but the big talking point is whether Argentina got the rub of the green with some key refereeing calls.There's also a quarter-final place for Switzerland after a dramatic shootout win over Colombia, setting up a 2am (Irish time) showdown with the world champions on Sunday.Plus: a look ahead to the first quarter-finals, Haaland's threat for England, and Shamrock Rovers left with plenty to do after a 2-0 loss in Malta. World Cup Daily on Off The Ball, brought to you by Lynx, “A Proud Sponsor of the FIFA World Cup 2026”. Smell Your Best When You Look Your Worst.Become a member and sign up at offtheball.com/join

Phil Egan rounds up Tuesday's World Cup Daily as Belgium dump the USA out of the tournament with a 4-1 win in Seattle — despite Folarin Balogun's controversial return after an appeal, and with a big injury blow for Amadou Onana.Spain edge Portugal 1-0 thanks to a late Mikel Merino winner, ending Cristiano Ronaldo's World Cup career and prompting Roberto Martinez to step down — with plenty of debate on what Ronaldo's international legacy really looks like.Plus, it's Messi against Salah tonight as Argentina face Egypt, Switzerland meet Colombia, and there's the latest on England injury worries and Shamrock Rovers first European tie of the summer in Malta.World Cup Daily on Off The Ball, brought to you by Lynx, “A Proud Sponsor of the FIFA World Cup 2026“. Smell Your Best When You Look Your WorstBecome a member and sign up at offtheball.com/join

Ger Gilroy, Colm Boohig, Enda Coll & Matthew Brennan bring you Tuesday morning's papers following another night of World Cup drama.Off The Ball Breakfast with Viagra Connect 50mg film-coated tablets. Contains sildenafil. For adult men with erectile dysfunction. Subject to suitability. Maximum dosage one 50mg tablet per day. Always read the label.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.Off The Ball Breakfast is live weekday mornings from 7:30am across Off The Ball

Phil Egan rounds up a packed Monday on World Cup Daily as England survive a chaotic Azteca classic, beating Mexico 3-2 with Jude Bellingham's first-half double and a Harry Kane penalty — before Jarell Quansah's red card forces a frantic closing spell and Dan Burn-style heroics.There's also a huge shock as Erling Haaland fires Norway past Brazil to reach the quarters for the first time, with Neymar confirming his Brazil career is over.Plus: Cristiano Ronaldo says this is his last World Cup, FIFA's Balogun ban U-turn sparks fury in Belgium, and the latest transfer/manager news.World Cup Daily on Off The Ball, brought to you by Lynx, “A Proud Sponsor of the FIFA World Cup 2026“. Smell Your Best When You Look Your WorstBecome a member and sign up at offtheball.com/join

John Duggan is joined by former Republic of Ireland International David Meyler for this week's World Cup Saturday Panel, with the Round of 16 commencing this evening after a dramatic few days to begin the knockout stages.The Saturday Panel on Off The Ball, brought to you by Lynx, “A Proud Sponsor of the FIFA World Cup 2026“. Smell Your Best When You Look Your Worst

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 packed action as:The Blues get themselves out from the bottomShels find interim formRovers turn the tables on SligoBohs and Pats keep paceCork continue dominanceThe 2nd Round of the Women's FAI CupThe European dream beginsFairy tale World Cup runs endSUBSCRIBE at OffTheBall.com/join

Shane Keegan is back as your host for this week's League of Ireland Late Night with David Seagrave making his LOI Late Night debut in the co-host chair. They take all of your calls in the build up to Shamrock Rovers' Pico Lopes taking on Lionel Messi as Cape Verde kick off against Argentina immediately following Late Night.League of Ireland on Off The Ball.

Stephen Doyle was in Tolka Park for this week's live League of Ireland commentary, as Shelbourne bounced back from 0-1 down after five minutes to beat Dundalk 2-1. Stephen got the post-match thoughts of Dundalk manager Ciaran Kilduff, and Shelbourne interim head coach Lorcan Fitzgerald.League of Ireland on Off The Ball.

Phil Egan brings you Friday's World Cup Daily, as Portugal controversially book their place in the last 16 — a 94th-minute winner, VAR drama, and Cristiano Ronaldo on the scoresheet as Croatia are sent home.Next up, it's Portugal v Spain in Dallas, plus Switzerland make history with their first knockout win since 1938, and Australia and Egypt eye a first ever World Cup knockout victory.We also look ahead to Cape Verde's fairytale clash with Messi's Argentina, the latest from England's altitude planning for Mexico City, and a full night of LOI action — including live commentary of Shelbourne v Dundalk from Tolka Park.World Cup Daily on Off The Ball, brought to you by Lynx, “A Proud Sponsor of the FIFA World Cup 2026“. Smell Your Best When You Look Your WorstBecome a member and sign up at offtheball.com/join

Phil Egan is back with World Cup Daily as England survive a major scare against DR Congo, with Harry Kane once again bailing out Thomas Tuchel's side to book a last-16 date with co-hosts Mexico.We hear from Tuchel, Kane and Ebere Eze after a nervy 2-1 win, plus Antonio Rosique on why the Azteca is the ultimate “cathedral” — and why the Mexico-England narrative feels loaded with history.Elsewhere, Belgium pull off a stunning extra-time comeback against Senegal to set up a knockout clash with the USA.And Dion Fanning explains why this France team are the most watchable force at the tournament — whether they win it or not.World Cup Daily on Off The Ball, brought to you by Lynx, “A Proud Sponsor of the FIFA World Cup 2026“. Smell Your Best When You Look Your WorstBecome a member and sign up at offtheball.com/join

Matthew Brennan, Enda Coll, and David Wilson bring you this week's episode of Inside The Odds, taking a look back at England's scare as Harry Kane turned up to bail out the 1966 winners and advance to the Round of 16. Brought to you by Novibet. | Over 18s only | gamblingcare.ie | Please gamble responsibly

Stephen Doyle is joined by Vinny Perth and Shane Keegan for another LOI Pod, with a look back at Bohemians' huge Dublin derby win over St Patrick's Athletic — including the flashpoints, the red card, and a statement result for Alan Reynolds' side.The main focus turns to Friday night's live game on Off The Ball: Shelbourne v Dundalk at Tolka Park. With Shels in managerial limbo after Joey O'Brien's departure, the lads dig into what the club needs next, the names being linked, and how Dundalk might smell an opportunity.Plus: transfer chatter, Drogheda's wobble, Waterford's fightback form, and praise for Derry's Cameron Dummigan.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 Instagram.And 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 brings you the latest World Cup Daily as Norway, France and Mexico all book their spots in the last 16.Mexico cruise past Ecuador 2-0 at the Azteca to set up a home knockout tie, while France look every inch contenders with a 3-0 win over Sweden — and Kylian Mbappé continues to rewrite the record books in World Cup knockouts.Erling Haaland's late winner sends Norway through to face Brazil, and attention turns to tonight's last-32 ties: England v DR Congo, Belgium v Senegal, and USA v Bosnia-Herzegovina.Plus, fallout from Germany's exit as Klopp talk grows, and Ronald Koeman resigns after the Netherlands are dumped out by Morocco.World Cup Daily on Off The Ball, brought to you by Lynx, “A Proud Sponsor of the FIFA World Cup 2026“. Smell Your Best When You Look Your WorstBecome a member and sign up at offtheball.com/join

Tuesday's World Cup Daily with Phil Egan has all the fallout from a dramatic night as two European giants crash out on penalties.The Netherlands are dumped out by Morocco after an injury-time equaliser and a shootout full of misses, while Germany lose their first-ever World Cup shootout as Paraguay book their place in the last 16 — with Julian Nagelsmann's future suddenly a talking point.Brazil, meanwhile, survive a huge scare against Japan thanks to a stoppage-time Gabriel Martinelli winner — and Ben Symes reports from the chaos in The Camden in Dublin.Plus, Philippe Auclair on Morocco's rise, Brazil and Germany's “long-term declines”, and tonight's ties: Sweden v France, Ivory Coast v Norway, and Mexico v Ecuador.World Cup Daily on Off The Ball, brought to you by Lynx, a proud sponsor of the FIFA World Cup 2026.Become a member and sign up at offtheball.com/join

Phil Egan is back with Monday's World Cup Daily on Off The Ball, brought to you by Lynx, with all the latest from the 2026 tournament.Canada make history by reaching the last 16 for the first time, thanks to a dramatic 92nd-minute winner from Stephen Eustaquio, with Jesse Marsch hailing the impact it could have back home.We look ahead to Brazil v Japan, Germany v Paraguay, and a blockbuster Netherlands v Morocco clash with a Canada meeting on the line.Plus: tributes to Pico Lopes and Cape Verde's incredible run, Brian Kerr's verdict on England, fan colour from the US, Steve Clarke steps down, and Aine O'Gorman makes LOI history at Bray Wanderers.World Cup Daily on Off The Ball, brought to you by Lynx, “A Proud Sponsor of the FIFA World Cup 2026“. Smell Your Best When You Look Your WorstBecome a member and sign up at offtheball.com/join

John Duggan is joined by Brian Kerr for this week's World Cup Saturday Panel, with the knockout stages of the World Cup just around the corner, and slim hopes for some teams rest on tonight's matches!The Saturday Panel on Off the Ball is brought to you by L'Oreal Men Expert. When the pressure rises on and off the pitch, resist the heat with Thermic Resist Deodorant by L'Oreal Men Expert.

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 packed action as:10 men Bohs pick up 2nd Dublin Derby win of the weekThe Champions extend their leadDerry pile the pressure on DroghedaThe Blues make a comebackShels begin life without O'BrienCork continue life at the top of the First DivisionAll-Island Cup Semi-Finals dayPico's fairy-tale World Cup run continuesSUBSCRIBE at OffTheBall.com/join

Off The Ball's Ben Symes was in Dalymount Park as Bohemian's defeated St Pat's Athletic in a controversial encounter, as goalscorer Ross Tierney admitted that his goal ‘may have been come off his hand'! Ben got the post-match thoughts from Tierney, as well ass Bohs boss Alan Reynolds and St Pat's manager Stephen Kenny.

Shane Keegan returns to host the only football podcast you need on a Friday night during the summer, with Daniel Pitcher joining him again for League Of Ireland Late Night this week!They take all of your calls every week after Friday night's LOI fixtures!

Phil Egan is here with Friday's World Cup Daily as the group stage drama ramps up and the knockouts come into view.Germany are stunned by Ecuador in New Jersey, the Netherlands seal top spot with a 3-1 win over Tunisia, and Japan set up a blockbuster meeting with Brazil. There's also a big night for Ivory Coast, plus Portugal push back on the idea they're too reliant on Cristiano Ronaldo.We look ahead to a packed slate of games, and there's League of Ireland build-up too: Bohemians vs St Pat's live from Dalymount, plus updates from around the Premier Division.World Cup Daily on Off The Ball, brought to you by Lynx, “A Proud Sponsor of the FIFA World Cup 2026“. Smell Your Best When You Look Your WorstBecome a member and sign up at offtheball.com/join

The WOTS team are back in studio with a special guest in OTB's Ben Symes, who may have watched the most World Cup games of anyone in the country...Is it the timezones? Is it the money? Was it Ireland's heartbreak vs Czechia..? We dive into why the World Cup hype wave hasn't crashed on Irish shores just yet.And if you're on the World Cup sticker buzz like Ben, stay tuned to see what stickers we draw because they could be yours! Have a thought or topic in mind? Get in touch @OffTheBall on socials or send us an e-mail to sport@offtheball.com.

Phil Egan is back with Thursday's World Cup Daily, starting with bombshell League of Ireland news as Shelbourne part ways with head coach Joey O'Brien, with Lorcan Fitzgerald stepping in on an interim basis.At the World Cup, Scotland's qualification hopes are hanging by a thread after a damaging 3-0 defeat to Brazil — with Steve Clarke admitting the gap to the top sides is still stark, and Nathan Patterson pointing to costly errors.Plus, South Africa make history by reaching the last 32, Canada book a first-ever knockout tie, and we look ahead to key Groups E, F and D fixtures — with a big question: can the Netherlands finally go all the way?World Cup Daily on Off The Ball, brought to you by Lynx, “A Proud Sponsor of the FIFA World Cup 2026“. Smell Your Best When You Look Your WorstBecome a member and sign up at offtheball.com/join

Stephen Doyle is back on the LOI Pod as St Patrick's Athletic nick it late against Sligo Rovers in one of those “I bloody love League of Ireland” nights, with reaction from John Russell and a look at the big moments at Richmond Park.With Gareth McGlynn and Vinnie Perth in studio, there's praise for young Gareth McElroy, a deep dive on Kian Leavy's form (and the “LOI Maradona” chat), plus what Bohemians' wild swings say about leadership, tactics, and pressure.We round up a busy weekend of results, talk Rovers without Pico Lopez, Dundalk's surge, and tee up the Dublin Derby at Dalymount: Bohs v Pats, live on Off The Ball.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 Instagram.And 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.

Ger Gilroy, Enda Coll, and David Wilson bring you this week's episode of Inside The Odds, taking a look back at England's "terrible 2 hours" against Ghana as well as an increasingly impressive Dutch machine. Brought to you by Novibet. | Over 18s only | gamblingcare.ie | Please gamble responsibly

Wednesday's World Cup Daily with Phil Egan, brought to you by Lynx, as England are held to a drab 0-0 draw with Ghana in Boston and Thomas Tuchel insists there was no overconfidence.We hear from Jude Bellingham and Ebere Eze, while Ghana feel hard done by after a second-half penalty shout. Croatia knock Panama out, and Portugal respond in style as Cristiano Ronaldo makes history by scoring at a sixth World Cup.Plus: Colombia book their place in the last 32, Scotland brace for storms in Miami against Brazil, Infantino defends hydration breaks, and a look back at Messi mania, the “World Cup of the individual” debate, and ticket-price talk from the fans.World Cup Daily on Off The Ball, brought to you by Lynx, “A Proud Sponsor of the FIFA World Cup 2026“. Smell Your Best When You Look Your WorstBecome a member and sign up at offtheball.com/join

It is World Cup chat on The Green Scene this week, as Matthew Brennan is joined by David Wilson, Ben Symes and a very special guest in the returning traveller Niall Caraher — fresh off a trip to Mexico for the tournament.Niall takes us inside Guadalajara for South Korea v Czechia: the fan zones, the tailgate-style build-up, the mix of locals and travelling support, and that feeling of “what could have been” if Ireland had made it.The lads also get into the big talking points off the pitch — ticket prices, transport, safety, protests and the commercial side of the tournament — plus why, despite it all, the football itself has been quality.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/join

Phil Egan is back with Tuesday's World Cup Daily, as Lionel Messi makes more history — firing goals 17 and 18 at the tournament to move clear at the top of the all-time World Cup scoring list, with Argentina sealing top spot and a place in the last 32.France also book their knockout place after a storm-delayed win over Iraq, with Kylian Mbappé striking twice on his 100th cap, while Erling Haaland bags a brace as Norway join them in the next round.Plus: England v Ghana build-up, Ronaldo and Portugal v Uzbekistan, hydration-break debate, and a busy night in the LOI — Rovers held by Derry and Bohs hammer Shels in the Dublin Derby.World Cup Daily on Off The Ball, brought to you by Lynx, a proud sponsor of the FIFA World Cup 2026. Smell your best when you look your worst.

Phil Egan is back with Monday's World Cup Daily, rounding up a busy day at the tournament and at home.Cape Verde continue their fairytale debut as Roberto Lopes features again in a dramatic 2-2 draw with Uruguay, leaving qualification firmly in their own hands. Spain register their first win with a 4-0 rout of Saudi Arabia, as Lamine Yamal gets off the mark.Egypt make history with their first ever World Cup win, while Belgium are left frustrated after a scoreless draw with Iran — who leave a powerful message in the dressing room.Plus: Argentina v Austria, Mbappé's record chase, Neymar fitness, Saka management, LOI title race talk, and the Ronaldo debate.World Cup Daily on Off The Ball, brought to you by Lynx, “A Proud Sponsor of the FIFA World Cup 2026“. Smell Your Best When You Look Your WorstBecome a member and sign up at offtheball.com/join

John Duggan is joined by Eoin Doyle for this week's World Cup Saturday Panel, as we've already gone through a full round of games, and gotten a look at every team so far in North America. Who is currently the favourite for the biggest World Cup ever?The Saturday Panel on Off the Ball is brought to you by L'Oreal Men Expert. When the pressure rises on and off the pitch, resist the heat with Thermic Resist Deodorant by L'Oreal Men Expert.