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Join Matthew Brennan, Ben Symes and David Wilson as they debate which Irish players should move where during the January transfer window?Off The Ball and the League of Ireland announce 3 more years.Gavin Bazunu gets his move to Stoke City, but is that a good move for his career?Where will Andrew Moran end up, and was his spell in the MLS good for his development?What Irish players desperately need moves to have a chance of getting into the March squad?Celtic might have steadied the ship once more with Martin O'Neill but is that where Johnny Kenny should stay?And is Scottish football a good place for Irish players to develop their careers? Heated discussion ensues.And as ever, we are looking for your inspiration to help us, fancy getting in touch?You can do so my emailing outsidetheboxotb2026@gmail.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

Cork City's new man in charge Barry Robson spoke to Red FM's Ruairi O'Hagan ahead of the new season and what his plans are to take the club back to the Premier Division.Will Seani Maguire be staying? And how do you get the best out of this current group of players?League of Ireland on Off The Ball with Rockshore 0.0

On Wednesday's Football Daily, Phil Egan has the latest as Off The Ball and the League of Ireland increase their rights to broadcast games on national radio in a 3-year deal.Shamrock Rovers take on Dundalk in the opening game.Pep fumes over VAR decision.Eddie Howe says his side aren't out of things just yet.Liam Rosenior praises Mikel Arteta's Arsenal.Arteta wants to build a winning mentality.Michael Carrick is in the United hotseat.Evan Ferguson faces competition for Roma staring spot.And AFCON final set to to be decided.Become a member and subscribe at offtheball.com/join

The WSL is back after the winter break and so is the COYGIG podcast! Join Scarlett Herron and Karen Duggan as they chat through the latest transfer rumours, the WSL title race, and much, much more.The COYGIG Pod on Off The Ball with Cadbury #CadburySupporterAndAHalf

On Tuesday's Football Daily, Phil Egan has the latest as Manchester United get set to name Michael Carrick as their interim manager until the end of the season.Michael Carrick set to include a former Chelsea and England assistant coach in his backroom staff.Conor Hourihane on the lack of Liverpool respect.Arne Slot says that he will speak with Dominik Szoboszlai.Pep Guardiola on the test that Eddie Howe and Newcastle will bring.Howe wants to bring a positive result to the second leg of their EFL Cup semi-final.Positive news for Evan Ferguson?Xabi Alonso gets the road from Real Madrid, but why was it never going to work?And Jonathan Wilson on the Salah-Mane match-up at AFCON.Become a member and subscribe at offtheball.com/join

On Monday's Football Daily, Phil Egan has the latest after a big weekend of FA Cup action, plus there is fallout from all the action in Europe as Barcelona beat Real Madrid in the Supercopa.Michael Carrick set for the United hotseat.Fabian Hurzeler on the magic of the FA Cup.Mikel Arteta on a positive Cup showing for the Arsenal.Arne Slot won't take any unnecessary FA Cup risks.Conor Hourihane on the importance of putting in a good performance at Anfield.Scott McTominay scores a double for Napoli.Real Madrid lose to Barcelona in the Supercopa.And is Qatar going to be the first country to host the inaugural women's World Club Cup?Become a member and subscribe at offtheball.com/join

On a very special Nollaig Na mBan edition of Off The Ball Sunday, Eve Conway and Kathleen McNamee are joined by former Republic of Ireland International Louise Quinn joins the show to talk all things football including a breakdown of the current landscape of the WSL since retiring from the game in the Summer. The Football Hour on Off The Ball is presented by William Hill

On a very special Nollaig Na mBan edition of Off The Ball Sunday, Eve Conway is joined firstly by OTB's own Kathleen McNamee to bring you the latest from the FA Cup as there has already been shocks, great goals and classics so far in the 3rd round.~The Football Hour on Off The Ball is presented by William Hill

Ger Gilroy is joined by Mick McCarthy, Shane Hannon and David Wilson in studio for this week's Final One Standing looking ahead to the weekend's FA Cup action. Thy are also joined by William Hill's Lee Phelps. The Final One Standing on Off The Ball with William Hill.

On Friday's Football Daily, Phil Egan has the latest ahead of a huge weekend of FA Cup third round action, plus there is a look back at last night's stalemate between Arsenal and Liverpool at the Emirates.Mikel Arteta happy to get through this Christmas schedule in the position that they are in, and also defends his player Gabriel Martinelli for his antics.Arne Slot feels that his side could have won the game.Keith Andrews warns clubs to not make a move for his in-form striker.Who will Manchester United pick to be their next manager, and why does Roy Keane say it should be Eddie Howe.Thomas Frank backs his captain Cristian Romero.Ireland centre-half Andrew Omobamidele on the impact of Liam Rosenior at Strasbourg.And Jimmy Dunne is the man at QPR.Become a member and subscribe at offtheball.com/join

Ger Gilroy is joined by Mick McCarthy, Shane Hannon and David Wilson in studio for this week's Final One Standing looking ahead to the weekend's FA Cup action. Thy are also joined by William Hill's Lee Phelps.The Final One Standing on Off The Ball with William Hill.

He's seen the movie — and he has some thoughts!Cathal is joined by former Republic of Ireland international Kevin Kilbane to chat about Manchester United's search for a new manager, how well his former teammate Keith Andrews is doing at Brentford, and to share his thoughts on Saipan.Cathal is also joined by Dancing with the Stars judge and lifelong Manchester United fan Brian Redmond to talk through the club's latest managerial woes.

On Thursday's Football Daily, Phil Egan has the latest ahead of a huge Premier League game between Arsenal and Liverpool in North London tonight.Arne Slot feels that his side can still have a positive season.Mikel Arteta won't take Liverpool lightly.Manchester United begin life under Darren Fletcher.Oliver Glasner on the future of Marc Guehi.Liam Rosenior gets a look at how big the Chelsea job might be.Mark Coyle swaps Drumcondra for Coleraine.Kevin Keegan diagnosed with cancer.Leeds legend Terry Yorath dies.And Pico Lopes on taking on the best of the best at the World Cup.Become a member and subscribe at offtheball.com/join

Eoin Sheahan is joined by Shamrock Rovers captain and Cape Verde International Robert 'Pico' Lopes to discuss his goals for the year between Shamrock Rovers defending their League & Cup double as well as going to the World Cup with Cape Verde in June. Football on Off The Ball

On Wednesday's Football Daily, Phil Egan has the latest from Italy, as Roma, and Ireland's Evan Ferguson scores again as the Giallorossi go in search of the Champions League places.Ferguson's time in Italy not a failure according to Eoin Doyle.Manchester United sound out Michael Carrick and Ole Gunnar Solskjaer about potential interim gigs.Oliver Glasner doesn't rule himself out... or in.Liam Rosenior gets a hefty contract to take the Chelsea job, but is their multi-club model killing the sport?The New York Times' Tariq Panja on why John Textor and the likes want more than just one club in their fleet.There is massive Premier League preview ahead of tonight's games.Sean Kavanagh goes from playing to coaching.Amad Diallo scores at AFCON.And is Hugo Ekitike going to miss Liverpool's game with Arsenal on Thursday night?Become a member and subscribe at offtheball.com/join

Join Matthew Brennan, Ben Symes and David Wilson as they review the best of the Irish across the water over the Christmas period.Matthew and David tell all about their sojourns to the World Darts Championship.We find out how Jimmy Dunne is getting on at Queen's Park Rangers.There is a discussion around the job that Keith Andrews has been doing at Brentford and where could they possibly end up come the business end of the season.Celtic's calamitous season continues, and is Martin O'Neill the long-term answer for their problems.And where do the lads foresee Irish football, and Irish footballers in general ending up this season?And as ever, we are looking for your inspiration to help us, fancy getting in touch?You can do so my emailing outsidetheboxotb2026@gmail.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

On Tuesday's Football Daily, Phil Egan has the latest from Manchester United's manager search as the hunt goes on for Ruben Amorim's successor, whilst Chelsea get their man.Is Ole Gunnar Solskjaer about to return to Old Trafford?What went on behind the scenes at Carrington in the final days?Oliver Glasner, Andoni Iraola, Xavi, Zinedine Zidane or Gareth Southgate next?Liam Rosenior gets a hefty contract to take the Chelsea job.Martin O'Neill in to steady the Chelsea ship.Wilfried Nancy's departure.Pep Guardiola's defensive crisis causes them to go for more defenders.Mohammed Salah's Egypt roll on.Evan Ferguson's Roma take on Lecce.And is Bosun Lawal the man to take the place of Josh Cullen in the Irish midfield in March against Czechia.Become a member and subscribe at offtheball.com/join

On Monday's Football Daily, Phil Egan has the latest from Manchester United's decision to sack head coach Ruben Amorim.Amorim's tenure lasts just 14 months.Oliver Glasner, Andoni Iraola, Xavi, Zinedine Zidane or Gareth Southgate next?Leeds United proved the Portuguese undoing.Chelsea look set to appoint Leroy Rosenior.Gary O'Neil to be his replacement at Strasbourg?Pep Guardiola's defensive crisis.Keith Andrews' Bees machine keeps on rolling.And Evan Ferguson's Roman future.Become a member and subscribe at offtheball.com/join

Ger Gilroy, Arthur O'Dea, Dara Smith-Naughton & David Wilson react LIVE to Ruben Amorim's sacking as Manchester United boss.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

Stephen Doyle and Keith Treacy are on hand to bring you immediate reaction to the tight encounter at the Etihad Stadium which saw Chelsea equalise in stoppage time through Enzo Fernandes to split the honours even in Manchester. The Sunday Kickback is brought to you by William Hill

Phil Egan and Brian Kerr are on hand to bring you immediate reaction to the late drama at Craven Cottage where Cody Gakpo thought he got Liverpool's winner, however Fulham's Harrison Reed got his first goal since April 2023 to spread the points between the two teams. The Sunday Kickback is brought to you by William Hill

It might be the festive period but the English Football League doesn't stop and neither does our resident Irish football expert, Matthew Brennan. He's picked his definitive Team of the half-Season for this latest edition of the Green Scene - do you agree with Matthew's selection? Leave your thoughts in the comments below! 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

SStephen Doyle and Vinny Perth are on hand to bring you all the reaction to Tottenham Hotspur's competent win away to Crystal Palace at Selhurst Park as Archie Gray scored his first goal for the North London club The Sunday Kickback is brought to you by William Hill

Phil Egan and Keith Treacy are on hand to bring you immediate reaction to the stalemate at the Stadium of Light as Sunderland and Leeds United shared the spoils following an early 2nd half equaliser from in-form Dominic Calvert-Lewin. The Sunday Kickback is brought to you by William Hill

It really has been a remarkable sporting year! To recap all of the lows and highs of sport in 2025, Colm Boohig was joined by the 110-capped Irish international Kevin Kilbane in this Off The Ball Breakfast special. 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.

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Ben Symes is joined by Martin Lawlor, Secretary of the Irish Professional Footballers Benevolent Association and Dr Alan Byrne the FAI's Medical Director and former doctor for the Men's National Team ahead of the Association's first major health initiative taking place in Athlone in January 2026. The association have teamed up with Advanced Medical Services to provide free health screenings for 100 retired male and female footballers. You can find more details on the association at their website IPFBA.org

Jonathan Wilson joins Ger Gilroy and Colm Boohig to review the weekend's Premier League action including the current outlook on a mixed run of form for Manchester United as well as Thomas Frank's future with Tottenham Hotspur 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/join

Football Writer Guillem Balague joins Ger Gilroy at a convenient time as he talks about his new book: Rise of the Villans: Inside Unai Emery's Aston Villa Revolution at a time when Aston Villa are bringing themselves into contention for the Premier League title. 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/join

Stephen Doyle and Brian Kerr are on hand to bring you immediate reaction to the tight encounter at Villa Park which saw the Claret & Blue side claim all 3 point with in-form Morgan Rogers netting 2 goals including a brilliant strike during the match. The Sunday Kickback on Off The Ball with William Hill SUBSCRIBE at OffTheBall.com/join

Here is a free segment this week's Sunday Paper Review where Adrian Barry is joined by Sarah O'Donovan & Paul O'Hehir to talk about last night's RTE Sports Awards & The Saipan movie!You can catch the full hour by subscribing to the Off The Ball podcast network.SUBSCRIBE at OffTheBall.com/join

The Final One Standing returns with Lee Phelps of William Hill joining Ger Gilroy, Mick McCarthy, Shane Hannon and Ben Symes to bring you Off The Ball's Picks of the week. Final One Standing is brought to you by Off The Ball. 18+ see gamblingcare.ie

The Final One Standing is back and Ger Gilroy is joined this week by Mick McCarthy, Shane Hannon and Ben Symes to unpack the upcoming fixtures in the Premier League and who they are picking to stay in the game. Final One Standing is brought to you by Off The Ball. 18+ see gamblingcare.ie

On Friday's Football Daily, Phil Egan has the latest ahead of a busy Premier League weekend Shamrock Rovers and Shels bid goodbye to EurpoeMcPhail departs Shamrock Rovers after almost a decadeSlot insists that he and Salah have moved on Pep addresses speculation of his futureGlasner on fixture congestion Become a member and subscribe at offtheball.com/join

Happy (Early) Christmas from the Word On The Street gang!What better way to celebrate our two-way conversation this festive season than by finding out people's favourite Christmas sports events!? From the darts to rugby and local traditions, there's so much happening during the Silly Season. What's your favourite Christmas sporting tradition? Get in touch on Social Media (@OffTheBall) or 087 9 180 180.

On Thursday's Football Daily, Eve Conway has the latest ahead of a night of European action for Shelbourne and Shamrock Rovers Nancy on Celtic's poor run of form Chris Sutton and Vinny Perth react to chaos at CelticGlasner complains over tight Christmas fixturesWomen's Champions League knock-out draw is todayRobbie Keane signs a new contract at FerencvárosBecome a member and subscribe at offtheball.com/join

Scarlett Herron and Karen Duggan reflect on the latest WSL action over the weekend including Bunny Shaw joining the centurion club while also looking at where clubs need to invest this January transfer window. Elsewhere, the fixtures for the 2026 League of Ireland season are released as the new season looms.The COYGIG Pod on Off the Ball is in association with Cadbury, the official snack partner of the Republic of Ireland's Women's National Team.#CadburySupporterAndAHalf | @CadburyIreland

On Wednesday's Football Daily, Phil Egan has the latest ahead of the Carabao Cup action tonight and a look back at yesterday's action. FAI appoint new head of Women and Girl's Football Keith Andrews' side face Man City in Carabao Cup quarter-final tonight New Celtic manager Nancy under severe pressure already Arsenal are in European action tonight in the Women's Champions LeagueFIFA have announced new ticket prices for some select fans for 2026 World Cup

Last week our reporter Ben Symes travelled up to Reykjavik, the capital city of Iceland to get some more insight into the background of the Irish men's national team manager Heimir Hallgrímsson from his fellow natives. While up there Ben also travelled to some of the now world famous indoor footballing facilities that are dotted around the tundra landscape across the island, and found out that they're not just used for football…Ben also met Icelandic football journalist Jóhann Ingi Hafþorsson who gave a little bit of insight into the 2021 scandal that saw the entire Icelandic FA board resign in disgrace.

Eoin Sheahan is joined by Pat Devlin in studio today after the announcement that he will depart Bray Wanderers after 40 years. He reflects on his memories of Bray, his own football career, and much more!Football on Off The Ball with William Hill

Emma Byrne joins Eoin Sheahan to discuss her new life as head coach of Lewes FC and the latest WSL news. Football on Off The Ball with William Hill

On Tuesday's Football Daily, Phil Egan has the latest after Manchester United's Premier League thriller with Bournemouth resulted in a 4-all draw, plus there is all the latest ahead of the new League of Ireland fixtures being announed.Ruben Amorim on entertaining the fans.Andoni Iraola on the fine margins.Brian Barry-Murphy gets ready to take on an old friend.Evan Ferguson's positive 90 minutes for Roma.Brendan Rodgers off to Saudi Arabia.Shamrock Rovers to begin their title defence against Dundalk.And Bohemians and St. Patrick's Athletic are set for another Lansdowne Road showdown.Become a member and subscribe at offtheball.com/join

Join Matthew Brennan, Ben Symes and David Wilson as they look back at Irish football's 2025 and what we can look forward to in 2026.Ben tells us about his sojourn to Iceland to cover Shamrock Rovers' recent trip to Reykjavik to take on Breidablik.The lads discuss facilities, access for all, plus sharing them across sports in perhaps a municipal basis similar to what happens across the European mainland.There is discussion around the League of Ireland teams in Europe, and whether it has been a positive season on the domestic front.There is a look ahead to what could be an exciting couple of months next year.And as ever, we are looking for your inspiration to help us. What do YOU think could be a good name for this podcast? Let us know in the comments what you think.Become a member and sign up at offtheball.com/join

On Monday's Football Daily, Phil Egan has the latest ahead of Manchester United's Premier League clash with Bournemouth tonight and a look back at yesterday's action.Ruben Amorim on the Paul Scholes criticism.Andoni Iraola says beware of Mason Mount.Pep not so happy with Phil Foden's form.Unai Emery's Aston Villa keep winning.Thomas Frank's flaky Spurs.Brendan Rodgers is to be back in the game, but in Saudi Arabia.And Bohemians launch their Kneecap jersey.Become a member and subscribe at offtheball.com/join

Here is a free segment this week's Sunday Paper Review where Adrian Barry is joined by Orla McElroy & Kieran Cunningham to talk about the future of Mo Salah as a Liverpool player…You can catch the full hour by subscribing to the Off The Ball podcast network.SUBSCRIBE at OffTheBall.com/join

Phil Egan and Brian Kerr are on hand to bring you immediate reaction to Manchester City's comprehensive victory over Crystal Palace in Selhurst Park following a busy week for both sides in Europe. The Sunday Kickback is brought to you by William Hill

Stephen Doyle and Eoin Doyle are on hand to bring you immediate reaction to the match in the G-Tech Stadium where the honours were even as Leeds United got a late equaliser to force a draw with Brentford. The Sunday Kickback is brought to you by William Hill

Cathal is joined once again by OTB's Colm Boohig to chat all things Premier League — including the big talking point of the week: Salah vs Slot, and the fiery colours of the Tyne–Wear derby.Colm is also picking his midfield for his Greatest Premier League XI of All Time — and what a midfield he's gone for!Cathal also catches up with Alan O'Reilly, a.k.a. Carlow Weather, to chat about his club Aston Villa, who are absolutely flying at the moment.Become a member and sign up at offtheball.com/join

Rory Gaffney chats to Off The Ball's Ben Symes in the aftermath of Shamrock Rovers' Europa Conference League defeat to Icelandic side Breidablik.League of Ireland on Off The Ball with Rockshore 0.0 #ALeagueOfOurOwn

On Friday's Football Daily, Phil Egan has the latest after both Irish sides get knocked out of Europe, but Evan Ferguson nets a double in Glasgow.Joey O'Brien on the differences between Premier League sides and the League of Ireland.Stephen Bradley on a poor showing in Iceland.Evan Ferguson scores two in Glasgow to down Celtic.Robbie Keane on taking the road less travelled.Arne Slot on the Mo Salah meeting.Mikel Arteta on Arsenal's William Saliba comeback.And the price of tickets for potential World Cup matches for Ireland fans next summer.Become a member and subscribe at offtheball.com/join

The Final One Standing is back after a week of thrilling European fixtures, Ger Gilroy, Eoin Sheahan and David Wilson are here to unpack the upcoming fixtures in the Premier League and who they are picking to stay in the game. Final One Standing is brought to you by Off The Ball. 18+ see gamblingcare.ie