The Press Box

In this final episode of The Press Box, Craig and James look ahead to Ciaran Kilduff's impending appointment as Dundalk FC manager and discuss what could lie ahead for 2025. There's also a look back on the season just ended and a review of the podcast after four seasons. All that, and more, in this week's episode.Sponsored by The Unit.

In this week's episode of The Press Box, Craig and James reflect on last week's interview with John Temple and look ahead to what the new Dundalk FC Supporters' Trust could offer. There's also a chat about what could lie ahead next season ahead of this Friday's final league game of 2024 away to Drogheda Utd. All that, and more, in this week's episode.Sponsored by The Unit.

In this week's episode of The Press Box, John Temple speaks to local media for the first time having sat down with James Rogers and The Dundalk Leader's Paul Byrne for a Zoom call on Monday afternoon. In a wide-ranging interview, the new Dundalk FC owner discusses everything from stadium bans to player and academy payments through to the future of the club. Check out the full audio of his interview on this week's show.Sponsored by The Unit.

In this week's episode of The Press Box, Craig catches up with Gerry Lennon and Brendan Ogle to discuss plans for the new Dundalk FC Supporters' Trust, which will hold an open meeting in the Town Hall in Dundalk on Friday October 25th. Gerry and Brendan outline why a Trust is needed, how people can get involved and what it will hopefully do to ensure a brighter future for Dundalk FC.Sponsored by The Unit.

After a short break, Craig and James return to discuss a club still in turmoil with question marks surrounding payment to players and for the academy teams. There's also a look back at the 1-1 draw away to Galway Utd while special fan Mark 'Maxi' Kavanagh is remembered. All that, and more, in this week's podcast.Sponsored by The Unit.

It's a short version of The Press Box this week as the guys take a bit of break from the podcast due to Craig's upcoming wedding abroad. While there was no usual show this week, James did catch up with Daryl Horgan following Dundalk's 2-1 defeat away to Sligo Rovers in The Showgrounds on Saturday to get his views on the Bit O Red's comeback, the manic week that saw the club flirt with liquidation and the must win nature of this week's visit of Bohemians to Oriel Park. Normal service will resume on Wednesday October 9th.Sponsored by The Unit.

In this week's episode of The Press Box, Craig and James reflect on a chaotic week which saw Dundalk FC come close to the brink of closure before being taken over by John Temple. The lads discuss what is to be expected going forward and what lessons can be learnt from the past. There's also a look back at the 2-1 defeat away to Waterford FC at the RSC and ahead to this Saturday's trip to face Sligo Rovers in The Showgrounds. All that, and more, in this week's podcast.Sponsored by The Unit.

In this week's episode of The Press Box, Craig and James discuss the club's current financial difficulties as confirmed by club owner Brian Ainscough on Monday and ask where do we go from here? There's also a look back at last Thursday's 2-1 defeat at home to St Patrick's Athletic and a brief look ahead to this Friday's trip to the RSC to face Waterford FC. All that, and more, in this week's podcast.Sponsored by The Unit.

In this week's episode of The Press Box, Craig and James discuss the news that Brian Ainscough might be bringing his tenure as owner of Dundalk FC to an end less than a year after acquiring the club. The lads debate where it leaves the Lilywhites and where things went wrong. There's also a look back at Friday's 1-0 defeat at home to Shelbourne and ahead to this Thursday's visit of St Patrick's Athletic to Oriel Park. All that, and more, in this week's podcast.Sponsored by The Unit.

In this week's episode of the Press Box, Craig and James discuss the FAI's decision to postpone Dundalk's match against St Patrick's Athletic with just 46 hours' notice  and the impact it has had on Jon Daly's side. There's also a look ahead to this Friday's visit of Shelbourne to Oriel Park and a tribute to the late, great Jim McLaughlin following his passing at the age of 83. All that, and more, in this week's podcast.Sponsored by The Unit.

In this week's episode of The Press Box, Craig and James reflect on Dundalk's 1-1 draw away to Derry City on Friday night and ask if it can prove a building block for the remaining nine matches. There's also a brief look ahead to the return of Stephen Kenny to Oriel Park in the side's next outing. All that, and more, in this week's podcast.Sponsored by The Unit.

In this week's episode of The Press Box, Craig and James reflect on a hugely disappointing performance as Dundalk lost 2-0 at home to Galway Utd. The lads debate the various issues Jon Daly's side face from Felix Goddard's uneasiness in goals to a lack of threat up top. There's also a look ahead to this Friday's trip to face Derry City at the Ryan McBride Brandywell Stadium. All that, and more, in this week's podcast.Sponsored by The Unit.

In this week's episode of The Press Box, Craig and James reflect on Dundalk's 1-1 draw away to Bohemians and look ahead to this week's visit of Galway Utd at Oriel Park. There's also a chat about funding and your usual underage update. All that, and more, in this week's podcast.Sponsored by The Unit.

In this week's episode of The Press Box, Craig and James reflect on Dundalk's disappointing FAI Cup exit at the hands of neighbours Drogheda Utd and look ahead to this Friday's crunch league meeting away to the side immediately above them in the table, Bohemians. All that, and more, in this week's episode.Sponsored by The Unit

In this week's episode of The Press Box, Craig and James reflect on the disappointing scenes of fighting which broke out after the Louth Derby at Oriel Park. There's also a look back at the 4-2 win over Drogheda Utd which was overshadowed by the events in the game's aftermath and a look ahead to this weekend's FAI Cup clash with the Boynesiders at Weavers Park. All that, and more, in this week's podcast.Sponsored by The Unit.

In this week's episode of The press Box, Craig and James reflect on the departures of Archie Davies and Hayden Muller from Oriel Park and discuss some possible new arrivals to the club. There's also a look back at Thursday's 1-0 defeat to Shamrock Rovers and ahead to this Friday's crunch Louth Derby against Drogheda Utd which could be huge in avoiding the drop. All that, and more, in this week's episode.Sponsored by The Unit.

In this week's episode of The Press Box, Craig and James look back on Dundalk's 2-0 defeat to Waterford FC on Friday night and ahead to this Thursday's trip to Tallaght Stadium to face a Shamrock Rovers side with pressures of their own right now. There's also a debate over Dundalk's transfer business so far and what the squad needs to kick on between now and the end of the season. All that, and more, in this week's podcast.Sponsored by The Unit.

In this week's episode of The Press Box, Craig and James discuss the club's return from the break ahead of the visit of Waterford FC to Oriel Park on Friday night. There's also a chat about the season to date and a special feature on the club's golf classic featuring contributions from owner Brian Ainscough, committee member PJ Dooley and participant Gerry Goodman. All that, and more, in this week's episode.Sponsored by The Unit.

In this week's episode of The Press Box, Craig and James look back on the side's 1-0 defeat away to Shelbourne at Tolka Park and ahead to this Thursday's visit of Sligo Rovers to Oriel Park. The lads discuss the importance of heading into the break on a high and what options Jon Daly has at his disposal given the current injury problems in the squad. All that, and more, in this week's podcast.Sponsored by The Unit.

In this week's episode of The Press Box, Craig and James meet up with two old faces from Oriel Park, former Dundalk player and Academy Manager Stephen McDonnell and ex-Sporting Director Jim Magilton for a wide ranging chat about their careers, views on the game and their rocky period at the club in 2021.  This special extended edition was recorded at The Unit offices with a brief guide of the topics covered below...0.00  – Intro and Derry/Pat's recap5.36 – Stephen McDonnell on Glenavon's season and prospects going forward7.48 – Jim and Stephen's relationship currently9.33 – Growth of the league in Northern Ireland12.30 – Stephen's playing career – the move to Celtic16.46 – Coming home to Dundalk19.54 – Early retirement at 2222.00 – Surviving the drop26.00 – European nights and fairytale moments28.42 – Stephen at Shels30.14 – First management role at Warrenpoint33.32 – Rebuilding squads38.36 – Respect as a young coach41.48 – Appointing Stephen as Academy Manager47.55 – Building academies1.01.30 – The art of the number 6 and free spirits1.07.43 – The Anfield Dream01.13.33 – Hillsborough01.19.05 – The Leaving of Liverpool01.20.38 – Le Tissier01.24.18 – Grey shirts and Ali Dia01.26.57 – Ipswich journey01.32.00 – Northern Ireland, Windsor Park November 1993 01.35.02 – Sporting Director at Dundalk01.38.15 – The villain01.41.05 – Signings01.44.14 – Target on your back01.46.53 – Working in a difficult environment01.50.52 – Mental press conferences01.54.07 – Managing the team01.56.00 – The Belfast trip01.57.10 – Accusations and agendas02.02.22 – Fighting fires02.04.32 – Vinny 02.06.28 – Moving on02.09.36 – What came after02.14.00 – Jon Daly and the current season02.15.33 – Life is good 

In this week's episode of The Press Box, Craig and James reflect on Jon Daly's appointment as Dundalk's third manager of 2024 and the challenges that await him. There's also a look back on Friday's 2-0 defeat away to Galway Utd and ahead to this weekend's double header at home to Derry City and away to St Patrick's Athletic - with some old Lilywhite favourites amongst the opposition in both. All that, and more, in this week's podcast.Sponsored by The Unit.

In this week's episode of The Press Box, Craig and James discuss Noel King's exit from Dundalk FC and the search for a new manager. There's also a look back on the 1-0 win over Shamrock Rovers courtesy of John Mountney's 91st minute winner and a preview of Friday's trip to face Galway Utd at Eamonn Deacy Park. There's also some exciting  news revealed about an upcoming show. All that, and more, in this week's episode.Sponsored by The Unit.

In this week's episode of The Press Box, Craig and James reflect on a wild week which included 10 match bans, open letters, off the field departures, endless rumours and the small matter of a 4-1 defeat away to Waterford FC on Friday. There's all that, and more, in this week's episode.Sponsored by The Unit.

In this week's episode of The Press Box, Craig and James look back on a disappointing Louth Derby defeat away to 10 man Drogheda Utd which leaves Noel King's side five points adrift of their local rivals at the bottom of the table. There's also a look ahead to this weekend's trip to face Waterford at the RSC while James catches up with club owner Brian Ainscough to get his views on the recent managerial appointment, the club's improvement off the field and further investment that is on the way. All that, and more, in this week's podcast.Sponsored by The Unit.

In this week's episode of The Press Box, Craig and James look back on Dundalk's first victory of the season against Bohemians and the winning start for new boss Noel King. There's also a look ahead to this weekend's crunch double header at home to Shelbourne at Oriel Park on Friday night and away to Drogheda Utd on Monday. All that, and more, on this week's podcast.Sponsored by The Unit.

In this week's episode of The Press Box, Craig and James discuss the appointment of Noel King as the new Dundalk FC manager and the fall-out of it leaking last Friday night in the walk of the side's 1-1 draw away to Sligo Rovers. The lads also look back on that game and ahead to this Friday's visit of Bohemians to Oriel Park. All that, and more, in this week's podcast.Sponsored by The Unit.

In this week's episode of The Press Box, Craig and James look back on another weekend without a Dundalk goal following a scoreless draw at home to St Patrick's Athletic on Friday followed by a 1-0 loss away to Bohemians on Monday. There's also a look ahead to the trip to The Showgrounds this Friday to face Sligo Rovers and an update on where the managerial search is at. All that, and more, in this week's podcast.Sponsored by The Unit.

In this week's episode of The Press Box, Craig and James are joined by LOI Central's Johnny Ward to discuss Stephen O'Donnell's dismissal as Dundalk FC manager. The lads discuss whether it was the right call, where it went wrong for the 38-year-old and whether the club can lift themselves off the bottom following his departure - starting with this weekend's double header at home to St Patrick's Athletic on Friday and away to Bohemians on Monday. All that, and more, in this week's podcast.In association with The Unit.

In this week's episode of The Press Box, Craig and James reflect back on the 2-1 defeat to Shelbourne on Good Friday and the scoreless draw with Drogheda Utd on Easter Monday. With just three points from the first seven games, the lads debate whether relegation is possible, Stephen O'Donnell's future and where the first win is coming from? There's also a chat with club captain John Mountney, who made his long awaited return from injury at the weekend. All that, and more, in this week's podcast.Sponsored by The Unit.

In this week's episode of The Press Box, Craig and James react to Dundalk's 2-0 Leinster Senior Cup quarter-final defeat against St Mochta's on Tuesday night which proved yet another setback for Stephen O'Donnell as his team were outplayed on the night by the Leinster Senior League side. Despite a first clean sheet last Friday against Waterford, the guys ask where things are going for Dundalk and debate whether or not the head coach can turn things around? That, and so much more, in this week's episode.(Apologies for some audio issues later in the show).

In this week's episode of The Press Box, Craig and James discuss the appointment of Peter Halpin as Dundalk's new Chief Executive Officer and the announcement of two new investors in the club. There's a discussion on where things are at off the field and how a united front is needed to help the club move forward. There's also a look back at the defeat to St Patrick's Athletic in Richmond Park on Friday and discussion of what needs to improve for Stephen O'Donnell if he is to claim his first win of the season against Waterford this weekend. All that, and more, in this week's podcast which is dedicated to the memory of Sonia Hoey.

In this week's episode of The Press Box, Craig and James reflect on an awful night for Dundalk at Oriel Park as they suffer a 5-0 defeat to Sligo Rovers. The lads discuss your comments and debate whether or not Stephen O'Donnell's time at the club should be up. All that, and more, in this week's episode.

In this week's episode of The Press Box, Craig and James look back on Dundalk's 2-0 defeat at home to Galway Utd and ahead to this weekend's double header away to Bohemians in Dalymount Park on Friday night and against Sligo Rovers at Oriel Park on Monday. There's also a debate over flares in the League of Ireland, Martin Connolly's exit from the club and the latest underage fixtures and results. All that, and more, in this week's episode.

In this week's episode of The Press Box, Craig and James look back on Dundalk's draw away to champions Shamrock Rovers and give their first impressions on the new recruits who helped Stephen O'Donnell's side to a good opening day point in Tallaght. There's also a look ahead to this Friday's first home league match of 2024 against First Division champions Galway Utd and a debate on whether Government funding should be going towards the upgrade of Casement Park. All that, and more, in this week's podcast.

In a special edition of The Press Box, James caught up with Dundalk FC head coach Stephen O'Donnell and new club captain John Mountney to discuss their hopes for the season ahead and much more.

The Press Box returns for a fourth season with Craig and James reflecting on the changes on and off the field at Dundalk FC over the winter months. The guys discuss the club's prospects for the year ahead, field your questions and give their verdict on the new League of Ireland season. All that, and more, in this week's podcast.

In this week's episode of The Press Box, Craig and James reflect on the season just gone after Dundalk just missed out on a fourth placed finish despite a 5-1 win away to UCD on the final day. With uncertainty over the ownership of the club, the lads discuss where things go from here. There's also many listener questions answered. All that, and more, in this week's podcast.

On this week's episode of The Press Box, Craig and James discuss another hectic week at Dundalk FC with Friday's 2-0 win over Bohs including an outburst from head coach Stephen O'Donnell about "negativity" around the club and news of Patrick Hoban's potential departure from Oriel Park despite having a year remaining on his deal. There's also a look ahead to this weekend's final game of the season away to UCD. All that, and more, in this week's podcast

In this week's episode of The Press Box, Craig and James discuss Dundalk's 2-0 win away to Sligo Rovers and the potential unexpected route it has opened to Europe next season. There's also a discussion over where the club goes over the off season and if a new ownership is on the way. All that, and more, in this week's podcast.

In this week's episode of The Press Box, Craig and James look back on a disappointing 1-0 defeat away to Shelbourne and discuss the club's plans for the upgrade of Oriel Park and ask where to now on and off the field? All that, and more, in this week's podcast.

On this week's episode of The Press Box, Craig catches up with former Dundalk FC boss Filippo Giovagnoli to hear how he is getting on in his new role in Switzerland. All that, and more, in this week's podcast.

In this week's episode of The Press Box, Craig and James look back on a mixed weekend for Dundalk FC which saw the side lose 3-1 away to St Patrick's Athletic on Friday night before responding with a convincing 5-0 win at home to Cork City on Monday. As well as hearing from Stephen O'Donnell, there's a look ahead to the Louth Derby fixture with Drogheda Utd this Friday, news of some pre-match entertainment before the game and much more. All that, and more, in this week's podcast.

In this week's episode of The Press Box, Craig and James look back on a humiliating 4-0 loss to Galway Utd in the FAI Cup quarter-finals and ask where it ranks amongst the club's worst Cup defeats. There's debate over the management, the players, recruitment and the ownership while we also get your views on the situation at Oriel Park. All that, and more, in this week's podcast.

In this week's episode of The Press Box, Craig and James are joined by well known Galway Utd supporter Johnny Ward from the LOI Central podcast to discuss Friday's FAI Cup quarter-final tie between the two sides at Eamonn Deacy Park. There's also a chat with Greenore native and Galway captain Conor McCormack ahead of the big game. All that, and more, in this week's podcast.

In this week's episode of The Press Box, Craig and James reflect on Dundalk's 3-1 defeat to Derry City and get the views of supporters on whether it was, as said by Stephen O'Donnell, the best performance of his tenure. They also give their views on the season to date and how the club is going on and off the field. All that, and more, in this week's podcast.

In this week's episode of The Press Box, Craig and James look back on Dundalk's 1-0 defeat away to Shamrock Rovers in Tallaght Stadium and ahead to this Friday's visit of Derry City to Oriel Park. There's also a discussion on the side's away form and scoring issues on the road, as well as a debate on juvenile ticket prices in the league. All that, and more, in this week's podcast.

In this week's episode of The Press Box, Craig and James reflect on Dundalk's FAI Cup win away to Bray Wanderers in woeful conditions on Friday night and look ahead to the trip face Galway Utd in the quarter-finals. There's also a look ahead to this weekend's crunch league match against Shamrock Rovers in Tallaght Stadium. All that, and more, in this week's podcast.

In this week's episode of The Press Box, Craig and James look back on the 1-0 win over Sligo Rovers at Oriel Park and discuss some concerning elements despite Dundalk picking up the three points, particularly in relation to the attendance. There's also a look ahead to this weekend's FAI Cup tie against Bray Wanderers. All that, and more, in this week's podcast.

In this week's episode of The Press Box, Craig and James debate the club's exit from Europe at the hands of KA Akureyri and what could have been done to ensure the journey lasted at least one more round. There's also a look back at Sunday's 1-1 draw at home to Shelbourne and a look ahead to this Friday's visit of Sligo Rovers to Oriel Park. All that, and more, in this week's podcast.

On this week's episode of The Press Box, Craig and James reflect on Daryl Horgan's re-signing for Dundalk FC. There's also a look back at last week's 3-1 defeat to KA Akureyri in Iceland and a debate on how Stephen O'Donnell's side can turn things around in Thursday's second leg. With Shelbourne also set to visit Oriel Park on Sunday, there's also a look ahead to the return of league action. All that, and more, in this week's episode.

In this week's episode of The Press Box, Craig and James look back on the wins over Bruno's Magpies and Shamrock Rovers and ahead to the Europa Conference League second qualifying round tie with KA Akureyri of Iceland. There's also an update on transfers, Johannes Yli-Kokko's future and much more. All that, and more, in this week's episode.