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Phil Egan & Eoin Doyle are on hand to bring you all of the reaction from The Tottenham Hotspur Stadium as Roberto De Zerbi's side managed to maintain their Premier League status as despite a 3-0 victory over Leeds, it's West Ham who are relegated…The Final Whistle on Off The Ball with Novibet Ireland.SUBSCRIBE at OffTheBall.com/join
In this episode, we're joined by Darren Sawatzky to break down one of the strongest performances of the season from the Richmond Kickers.Richmond earned a commanding 3–0 road victory over Greenville Triumph SC, extending the club's winning streak to three straight league matches while recording a second consecutive clean sheet. Coach Sawatzky discusses the balance between Richmond's disciplined defensive structure and the team's growing confidence in transition and attack.We talk about:Mujeeb Murana's incredible long-range openerThe continued development of players like Tarik Pannholzer and Owen O'MalleyYann Fillion's consistency in goalThe defensive partnership of Dakota Barnathan and Sam LaytonHow Richmond is beginning to establish a clearer identity during this strong run of formSawatzky also shares thoughts on squad depth, player confidence, and preparing for the upcoming rivalry matchup against Charleston Battery.A great inside look at the mentality, tactics, and momentum building within Richmond right now. ⚽
Brian Kerr and Richie McCormack reflect on Nottingham Forest and Newcastle's draw. Football on Off The Ball with Novibet
It's the Final Whistle on Off The Ball Sunday and Stephen Doyle and Keith Treacy bring you their full-time reactions from a "helter-skelter, chaotic, mental game" in London stadium. It's a huge VAR decision, a lucky break for Arsenal, and a huge step towards the 2026 Premier League title being decided...The Final Whistle is on OTB with thanks to Novibet Ireland.
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Mark Griffiths looks back at how the final game of the season panned out.
Former Manchester United and Ireland midfielder Darron Gibson joins Stephen Doyle at Old Trafford after Michael Carrick's Manchester United secured Champions League football for next year with a 3-2 win over old rivals Liverpool.with thanks to Novibet
Mark Griffiths looks at how the champions emerged victorious.
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Mark Griffiths enjoys a Josh Windass masterclass.
It's Phil Egan and Eoin Doyle fresh from the commentary booth to give their thoughts on Liverpool's last-minute dramatic win against Everton in a historic Merseyside derby!The Final Whistle is on Off The Ball with Novibet Ireland.
It's Stephen Doyle and Brian Kerr fresh from the commentary booth to give their thoughts on Man City's massive win over Arsenal in what could be a title decider!The Final Whistle is on Off The Ball with Novibet Ireland.
Mark Griffiths looks at how Wrexham were frustrated at Birmingham.
XXXXXXX **** ROAD TO 10K SUBSCRIPTIONS **** Please like and subscribe to our YT channel Special Affiliate Link for Official Aston Villa Merch: aston-villa-store.sjv.io/DVNAYd Special Affiliate Link for KitBag Aston Villa Merch https://kitbag.evyy.net/RyVR1a Follow on Twitter: https://twitter.com/LoveMcGrathpod Subscribe to our Audio Pod: Apple Podcast: https://t.co/6Vhm3BMLT6 Spotify: https://t.co/ny4xO1w7Lf If you would like to support us please find us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/fortheloveofpaulmcgrath Part of the Sport Social Podcast Network https://podcast.sport-social.co.uk/podcast/for-the-love-of-paul-mcgrath/ For the Love of Paul McGrath is an independent fan channel. Made for Villa fans by Villa fans, FTLoPMcG provides you with the latest Villa transfer news, match previews, match reviews and much more #AVFC #AstonVilla #Transfer #Transferwindow #EPL #UTV Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Richie McCormack & Brian Kerr bring you all of the reaction from The Stadium of Light as Spurs had their their survival hopes DENTED through deflected effort from Mackey defender Nordi Mukiele!The Final Whistle on Off The Ball with Novibet Ireland.
Stephen Doyle & Keith Treacy bring you all of the reaction from Stamford Bridge as Manchester City pounced on Arsenal's mistake in their loss to Bournemouth to pile the pressure on Mikel Arteta's men!The Final Whistle on Off The Ball with Novibet Ireland.
Mark Griffiths looks to put a heavy defeat into context.
Mark Griffiths looks back on the last day of an historic season.
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We break down:The defensive identity forming within the squadWhy chance creation remains a key issueThe impact of key moments in tight matchesStandout individual performances across the stretchLooking ahead, Richmond faces its toughest test yet against Columbus Crew in the Open Cup. We discuss what it will take to compete, where Richmond can find opportunities, and whether this group can rise to the occasion.
Mark Griffiths sees Wrexham win the Adran Trophy with a fine victory over the champions.
Mark Griffiths looks back on an amazing evening.
Arsenal's Carabao Cup Final ends in disappointment, but the conversation goes deeper than the result.The episode opens with a detailed breakdown of the starting XI, late injury issues, and the key selection decisions that shaped the game. From the early moments, Arsenal show promise and create chances, but the discussion quickly shifts toward the bigger issue — control, or the lack of it, as Manchester City begin to impose their press.As the game develops, the focus turns to Arsenal's struggles in build-up, the impact of City's structure without the ball, and the growing sense that the team were being pushed into uncomfortable territory. There's a deeper tactical conversation around press resistance, midfield responsibility, and how the game began to drift away despite a competitive opening.The second half analysis centres on how Arsenal responded — or didn't — as pressure built. The discussion explores game management, structural decisions, and how small moments compounded into a difficult performance overall. The key incidents are covered within the context of the wider performance rather than in isolation.From there, the episode zooms out. There's an honest reflection on mentality, performance levels in big moments, and how this Arsenal side compares when facing elite opposition at their best. The conversation moves into broader themes around squad profile, attacking output, and what may be required to take the next step.In Part 2, attention turns to the international break, with a full round-up of call-ups, injury considerations, and what this period means for Arsenal heading into the final stretch of the season.The show then shifts into Matchweek 31, breaking down key results across the Premier League, before VARse returns to review the weekend's major officiating decisions — including penalty calls, offside margins, and ongoing inconsistencies.The episode closes with a look at the Champions League race, the tightening battle for European places, and a chaotic relegation picture that continues to evolve.Chapters:(00:00) – Arteta's Non-Negotiables Intro(00:54) – Starting XI Reaction: Kepa Call, Injuries & Tactical Setup(01:36) – Initial Lineup Impressions & Selection Concerns(02:38) – Confidence Drops Pre-Kickoff & Midfield Concerns(04:03) – Fast Start: Havertz Chance, Early Pressure & Missed Opportunities(05:02) – City's Four-Man Press & Arsenal's Build-Up Struggles(06:18) – Pep vs Arteta: Tactical Evolution & Chess Match Context(09:03) – “We Shrunk”: Press Failure, Zubimendi & Structural Issues(10:48) – Kepa vs Raya Debate & Build-Up Limitations(12:52) – Refereeing Decisions & Hincapié Yellow Card Impact(15:03) – Half-Time Reflections & Needed Adjustments(17:54) – Second Half Collapse: Panic & Hoofball(20:06) – 1–0 City: Kepa Error & Pressure Tells(22:27) – 2–0 City: Game Over & Lack of Response(24:13) – Late Chances & Final Whistle(25:17) – Stats Breakdown & Performance Reality Check(27:22) – Mentality, Embarrassment & Post-Final Reflection(31:17) – Ceiling vs Floor Debate: Arsenal vs Elite Teams(33:50) – Big Picture: Squad Quality & Attacking Limitations(35:07) – Moving On: League Focus & Player Mentality(36:25) – Part 2: Ben White Call-Up & Squad Concerns(37:54) – Full International Call-Up Round-Up(40:04) – Injury Risks & Managing the Break(41:48) – Whip Around the Grounds: Matchweek 31(44:20) – VARse: Bournemouth vs Manchester United Decisions(47:24) – Brighton vs Liverpool: Offside Debate(51:16) – Fulham vs Burnley: Handball Discussion(55:14) – Penalty Technique Debate & Rule Enforcement(01:01:04) – Champions League Race: Liverpool, Chelsea & Villa(01:04:01) – Mid-Table Battle: European Spots Tighten(01:07:39) – Relegation Battle: Spurs, West Ham & Chaos(01:15:37) – Final Thoughts & Outro
Mayo had it all their own way at Hastings Insurance MacHale Park this afternoon as they had 21 points to spare over Roscommon in a one-sided National Football League final round encounter. The result sees Andy Moran's team finish third in the Division One table, just missing out on a final place to Kerry on the head-to-head rule, thus guaranteeing a three-week break ahead of their Connacht Championship opener against London. Rob and John were joined after today's game by Edwin McGreal to assess the importance of the result. We then hear post-match reaction from Andy Moran, in conversation with Mike, while Rob chats with fellow Ballinrobe man Diarmuid Duffy before Rob, Mike and John wrap up the show with a few final thoughts.
Off The Ball's Rachel Sheehan was in Croke Park for the launch of John West Féile 2026. She spoke with Dublin's Leah Caffrey about those final moments of last year's All Ireland final, and bouncing back after losing three All Irelands in a row.
Mark Griffiths looks back on a game decided by a difficult first half.
Mark Griffiths describes how Wrexham got their biggest ever win over TNS.
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Mark Griffiths looks at how Wrexham were able to keep control in an intense derby.
In this special Coach's Interview, we sit down with Darren Sawatzky, head coach of the Richmond Kickers, to break down the team's start to the season and the thinking behind the roster.Sawatzky reflects on Richmond's 1–1 battle with AV Alta FC, discussing the defensive game plan, how the team handled sustained pressure, and the adjustments that helped create counterattacking chances in the second half. He also shares thoughts on standout performances, Lucca Dourado's debut, and the defensive work from players like Owen O'Malley and Sean Vinberg.The conversation then shifts to the upcoming U.S. Open Cup matchup with NOVA FC, including how preparation differs for a knockout competition and how the staff approaches squad rotation.We also dive into the philosophy behind building the current roster and how the coaching staff supports players observing Ramadan during the season.It's an in-depth look into tactics, squad management, and the culture being built in Richmond.
Mark Griffiths looks to dig into the factors at play in the Welsh Cup semi-final defeat.
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Mark Griffiths looks back at a superb Wrexham win.
Mark Griffiths looks back on another fine away result.
Mayo scraped past Armagh by a single point in a hard-fought National League Division One encounter played in difficult weather conditions at Hastings Insurance MacHale Park. This latest win now makes a League final appearance a real possibility for Andy Moran's team. Rob, Mike and John were at the game today and joining them on the pod are Aidan Kilcoyne and Edwin McGreal. We also hear post-match thoughts from Mayo manager Andy Moran in the bonus edition - which is available on Patreon.
Mayo scraped past Armagh by a single point in a hard-fought National League Division One encounter played in difficult weather conditions at Hastings Insurance MacHale Park. This latest win now makes a League final appearance a real possibility for Andy Moran's team. Rob, Mike and John were at the game today and joining them on the pod are Aidan Kilcoyne and Edwin McGreal. We also hear post-match thoughts from Mayo manager Andy Moran in the bonus edition - which is available on Patreon.
Orlando City GM Ricardo Moreira joins Game On live from the Final Whistle! Has the Brightline impacted this rivalry with Inter Miami? Does the league protect messi? Orlando City retooled the roster before the season how long will it take for everything to click for Orlando City?
Bianchi and Kravitz are Live from the Final Whistle in Thornton Park! What happened to the Magic last night against the Houston Rockets? Is Orlando City Inter Miami the biggest sports rivalry in Orlando? Head Coach of the Florida Gators Jon Sumrall, Orlando City GM Ricardo Moreira, and Orlando Pride Team Captain Haley McCutcheon all join Game On a bunch of Stars on a Friday!
Mark Griffiths looks at how we defended our lead to earn victory.
Mayo bounced back in impressive fashion from last weekend's defeat to Donegal as they recorded an emphatic nineteen-point win over Monaghan at St Tiernach's Park. On a day when Mayo had many star performers, debutant Kobe McDonald lit up the afternoon in Clones with a hugely impressive tally of 1-4 off the bench. Rob and John were at St Tiernach's Park for the game and they're joined on the pod by Mark Ronaldson and then Frank Roche of the Irish Independent in our club members only edition on Patreon. We also hear post-match thoughts from Mayo manager Andy Moran which you can listen to also only on Patreon.
Mayo bounced back in impressive fashion from last weekend's defeat to Donegal as they recorded an emphatic nineteen-point win over Monaghan at St Tiernach's Park. On a day when Mayo had many star performers, debutant Kobe McDonald lit up the afternoon in Clones with a hugely impressive tally of 1-4 off the bench. Rob and John were at St Tiernach's Park for the game and they're joined on the pod by Mark Ronaldson and then Frank Roche of the Irish Independent in our club members only edition on Patreon. We also hear post-match thoughts from Mayo manager Andy Moran which you can listen to also only on Patreon.
Mark Griffiths analyses a fabulous afternoon at the SToK Cae Ras.
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On the latest Final Whistle podcast Game Week 25, Nina discusses all the recent Premier League results from this weekend. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
On the latest Final Whistle podcast Game Week 25, Nina discusses all the recent Premier League results from this weekend. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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On the latest Final Whistle podcast Game Week 23, Nina is joined by Ben as the pair discuss all the recent Premier League results from this weekend. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
On the latest Final Whistle podcast Game Week 23, Nina is joined by Ben as the pair discuss all the recent Premier League results from this weekend. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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On the latest Final Whistle podcast Game Week 22, Nina is solo as she discusses all the recent Premier League results from this weekend. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices