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Cormac McQuinn and Harry McGee join Hugh to discuss the week in politics:The disorder in Northern Ireland since a knife attack in Belfast on Monday reached levels not seen since “the worst possible days of the Troubles”, the Police Service of Northern Ireland chief constable Jon Boutcher said. In a society with a history of sectarianism, there are complex layers to the events taking place.Minister for Health Jennifer Carroll McNeill won her battle with the Rotunda Hospital this week.The Football Association of Ireland has confirmed that Ireland's Nations League clash with Israel on October 4th will be played at a neutral venue and behind closed doors.Plus the panel pick their favourite Irish Times stories of the week. Would you like to receive daily insights into world events delivered to your inbox? Sign up for Denis Staunton's Global Briefing newsletter here: irishtimes.com/newsletters/global-briefing/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Football Association of Ireland have just announced today that the upcoming football match between Ireland and Israel will be played outside of Ireland in a neutral venue, and that fans would not be allowed to attend. This comes as the ‘Stop the Game' campaign called for the game to be boycotted.Joining Shane to discuss this further is Patrick O'Donovan, the Minister of Culture, Communications, and Sport.

Pressure is mounting and the volume is only getting louder regarding the upcoming Uefa Nations League fixture between the Republic of Ireland and Israel. With the first of two games against Israel scheduled for late September, the Football Association of Ireland is running out of time to carry out the administrative duties required should they decide to bow out and accept the consequences. Recent days have brought on-field protests from fans and eloquent soundbites from pundits and players – perhaps most notably Seamus Coleman, who spoke of the difficulty that he and his colleagues find themselves in as the questions keep on coming. So, is playing this highly contentious match the only option? If it is, where will it take place and how will it unfold? And what are the repercussions if Ireland does indeed decide to abstain? On this episode of The Indo Daily, host Fionnán Sheahan is joined by Irish Independent senior sports correspondent Conor McKeon to examine a national discussion that has reached boiling point. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode of The Leadership Enigma, Adam Pacifico sits down with Karen Moorhouse, CEO of the International Tennis Integrity Agency, to explore the challenges of protecting integrity in one of the world's biggest sports. From high-profile anti-doping cases involving top-ranked players to the realities of match-fixing investigations, Karen reveals what happens behind the scenes when professional tennis faces its toughest tests. Topics include:

FA CEO Mark Bullingham joins Georgie Ainslie on the Performance People podcast for a rare in-depth conversation about running English football, the future of The Football Association, England's World Cup ambitions, Thomas Tuchel, Sarina Wiegman, the Lionesses, Gareth Southgate's legacy and the commercial growth of the game.As Chief Executive of The FA, Bullingham describes the organisation as “eight different businesses in one”. He also reflects on an extraordinary period for English football, with England reaching five senior finals in five years after previously reaching one in 50.In this episode, Mark explains how The FA selected Thomas Tuchel as England men's head coach, why culture and connection matter in tournament football, and what Tuchel does behind the scenes to stay close to a wider pool of England players throughout the year.He also discusses the importance of keeping Sarina Wiegman, calling it his “number one objective”, and explains why he believes she has the attributes to do any job in football while remaining deeply committed to the growth of the women's game.The conversation also covers the rise of the Lionesses, the legacy of England's women's football success, and why sport must adapt to how younger audiences now consume content.This is a conversation about leadership under pressure, high performance, legacy, culture, commercial growth and the future of English football.The Performance People podcast, in partnership with J.P. Morgan Private Bank.___Connect with Performance PeopleHit subscribe today for the latest.

Former Arsenal kit manager Mark Bonnick describes his ordeal after being sacked by Arsenal following 22 years at the club, after pro-Israel campaigners accused him of antisemitism despite the Football Association reportedly informing Arsenal that he had not breached any FA rules.Mark is joined by his legal representative, the human rights barrister at Garden Court Chambers, Franck Magennis.Support us by becoming a paid subscriber from as little as £1 a month. Your support helps us build independent Palestinian-led media in a world which has never needed it more urgently:https://donorbox.org/support-palestine-deepdive Follow us:https://x.com/PDeepDivehttps://www.instagram.com/palestinedeepdive/https://www.facebook.com/palestinedeepdive

Breifne Earley is joined by Aaron Clarke and Emma Kate Dineen to break down another dramatic weekend in the SSE Airtricity League Women's Premier Division.The episode begins with the standout game of the weekend as Galway United produced a stunning late comeback to defeat Athlone Town (5:53). With Athlone reduced to ten players and seemingly on course for a valuable away result, Galway struck twice late on — including a sensational equaliser from Remini Tillotson before Niamh Farrelly completed the turnaround deep into stoppage time.Attention then turns to Shelbourne's impressive away victory over Peamount United (23:02), where the visitors responded brilliantly after falling behind early to secure an important statement win.Sligo Rovers' emphatic 4-0 victory over Cork City (33:09) is next on the agenda, with Sydney Stephens continuing her outstanding form as the Bit O'Red produced one of their strongest performances of the season.Shamrock Rovers' composed win over DLR Waves (45:46) is also reviewed, with the Hoops continuing to strengthen their position near the top of the table.Treaty United's draw with Wexford FC (55:20) and Bohemians' stalemate against Waterford FC (1:06:09) round off the match discussions.The panel also examine the latest league table as Galway United extend their lead at the summit, Athlone remain firmly in contention despite defeat, and the battle for European places continues to intensify behind them.Match footage included with permission of the Football Association of Ireland, SSE Airtricity League of Ireland, TG4 and LOITV.

The 2026 Men's World Cup will place unprecedented demands on international teams: 48 nations, 104 matches and a tournament staged across Canada, Mexico and the United States, with teams required to manage heat, humidity, altitude, travel and limited recovery time. In this episode of the Science for Sport Podcast, Richard Graves is joined by Dr Ben Rosenblatt, Founder of 292 Performance and former Lead Men's Physical Performance Coach at The Football Association. Ben draws on his experience preparing the England men's football team for two World Cups and a European Championship, alongside his work with Olympic athletes, GB Hockey and elite performers across a range of sports. The conversation explores what it really takes to prepare athletes for tournament football at the highest level. Ben discusses why physical preparation cannot begin when players arrive in camp, how small doses of training can create meaningful change during a tournament, and why “available” is very different from “ready to compete” when returning players from injury. He also explains the physical and psychological challenges of competing in extreme environments, from heat and altitude to fatigue and pressure, and shares how the best performance teams use data, observation, communication and athlete understanding together to make better decisions. For practitioners working in elite sport, this episode offers a detailed insight into preparing players not simply to take part in major tournaments, but to perform when the demands are at their highest. In this episode you will learn Why effective tournament preparation starts months before the first game. How England used micro-dosed strength training during the 2018 World Cup to improve players' power and hamstring strength. Why athletes must continually adapt and “reinvent” themselves to sustain performance at the highest level. How Ben used daily monitoring with GB Hockey to prepare players for the demands of eight matches in 13 days at the Rio Olympics. Why data should be considered alongside observation, athlete feedback, staff conversations and practitioner judgement. The difference between returning a player to availability and preparing them to compete in the decisive stages of a major tournament. How performance teams can prepare players for heat, humidity, altitude and travel during the 2026 World Cup. Why recovery, nutrition, strength training and sprint exposure must be individualised rather than delivered as a single team-wide solution. How clarity, trust and pressure training help athletes execute when the stakes are highest. What the best high-performance environments look and feel like behind the scenes. About Dr Ben Rosenblatt Dr Ben Rosenblatt is the Founder and Director of 292 Performance, a multidisciplinary performance consultancy supporting elite athletes and organisations. He previously served as Lead Men's Physical Performance Coach at The Football Association, where he supported the England men's senior team through two World Cups and a European Championship. His career has also included work with the British Olympic Association, GB Hockey, elite football and Olympic athletes across multiple Games. Ben holds a PhD in biomechanics and motor learning, and his work focuses on helping athletes and teams prepare for the most demanding moments in high-performance sport. FREE 7d SCIENCE FOR SPORT ACADEMY TRIAL SIGN UP NOW: https://bit.ly/SFSepisode241 ​ Learn Quicker & More Effectively ​ Optimise Your Athletes' Recovery ​ Position Yourself As An Expert To Your Athletes And Naturally Improve Buy-In ​ Reduce Your Athletes' Injury Ratese ​ Save 100's Of Dollars A Year That Would Otherwise Be Spent On Books, Courses And More ​ Improve Your Athletes' Performance ​ Advance Forward In Your Career, Allowing You To Earn More Money And Work With Elite-Level Athletes ​ Save Yourself The Stress & Worry Of Constantly Trying To Stay Up-To-Date With Sports Science Research

Breifne Earley is joined by Méabh de Búrca and Aaron Clarke for a packed episode reviewing the latest action in the All-Island Cup and looking ahead to the return of SSE Airtricity League Women's Premier Division football this weekend.The show begins with discussion around the wedding of former international Phil Trill (2:20), before attention turns to the news that Peamount United midfielder Sorcha Melia is set to move to the NCAA this autumn (3:03). The panel explore the increasing trend of Irish players heading to the United States for college football and where those pathways can eventually lead.The conversation then shifts to Cork City's decision to leave Twitter/X (13:12), before discussion on the appointment of Paula Brady as Head of Referees with the Football Association of Ireland (18:12).Attention then turns to recent discussion surrounding Shamrock Rovers' training and staffing situation (21:02), before the show reviews all of the goals from last weekend's All-Island Cup fixtures (33:17).Group A action featured Shamrock Rovers' win over Sligo Rovers and Wexford FC's late draw against Linfield, with discussion on the group standings. (41:13)Group B saw Peamount United and Galway United both record emphatic victories. (45:30)In Group C, Cork City and Treaty United shared a scoreless draw while Cliftonville edged Athlone Town in a dramatic contest. (49:48)Group D featured Shelbourne's derby win over Bohemians and Waterford's impressive result away to Glentoran. (54:09)The panel then preview this weekend's return to league action (1:01:45), including clashes between Shamrock Rovers and Bohemians, Shelbourne and Galway United, and Athlone Town against Treaty United.The episode concludes with a look ahead to the upcoming international break and Ireland's fixtures against France and the Netherlands (1:16:31).

In Episode 6, of Season 7 of Driven by Data: The Podcast, Kyle Winterbottom was joined by Dru Patel, Data Lead at The Football Association, where they discuss how embracing failure fuels a human-centred approach to data leadership that unlocks adoption, trust, and real organisational change, which includes;How an unconventional background spanning Kenya, the Cabinet Office, and a life coaching qualification shaped a distinctly human approach to data leadership.Why hard work alone has a ceiling, and how the first ten years of Dru's career proved that technical output without soft skills will only take you so far.Why starting with the "why" is the most powerful tool a data leader has for driving engagement, adoption, and business buy-in.How asking "why" five times gets you to the real root of what a stakeholder actually needs, and why most data teams stop at the first answer.How the gap between data teams and the business is normal, and why failing to challenge it with the right questions is the real problem.Why data teams need to push back on the brief rather than just building what's requested.How a dashboard that stops being used isn't always a failure, and why it often signals that the business is ready to ask bigger questions of the data.Why data literacy and data culture are not the same thing, and what it actually takes to move from one to the other.How the six blind men and the elephant illustrates what happens when everyone is right in their own context and nobody is looking at the whole picture.Why treating data like the organisation's own money, rather than a technical function, is the mindset shift that drives real literacy.Why data leaders take failure far harder than anyone else in the room, and what a 1980 psychology study reveals about the stories we tell themselves.How building a PPE supplier system in six days during COVID taught Dru that perfection is the enemy of progress.Why owning failure openly builds more trust than silence, and how to reframe the conversation from blame to improvement.How imposter syndrome shows up in data leadership, why it never fully goes away, and what mentors and trusted voices can do to help reframe it.Why nerves and excitement are the same feeling, and how the most effective leaders choose which one to act on.Why listening, really listening, before jumping to solutions is the soft skill most data professionals underestimate.How a human-centred lens, not a technical one, is what ultimately bridges the gap between data teams and the decisions that matter.

Breifne Earley and Aaron Clarke break down a dramatic weekend in the SSE Airtricity League of Ireland Women's Premier Division.The episode begins with a standout result as Sligo Rovers produced a five-star performance against Bohemians (3:39), with Sydney Stephens at the heart of a dominant display. The goals from the game are reviewed in detail (9:15).Attention then turns to one of the most remarkable games of the weekend, as Waterford FC stunned Athlone Town by racing into a 2-0 lead before the reigning champions mounted a spirited second-half comeback to win 4-2 (16:07). The full set of goals from this dramatic turnaround is analysed (23:02).Galway United's hard-fought victory over Peamount United (27:51) is next on the agenda, with key moments reviewed through the match goals (28:24), before Shelbourne's controlled performance away to Cork City (36:26) is discussed, with their goals examined (39:34).Wexford FC and DLR Waves shared the spoils in a competitive draw (49:34), with both sides getting on the scoresheet (50:07), while Treaty United and Shamrock Rovers played out a scoreless encounter (54:18).The episode concludes with a roundup of the latest action in the Women's Development League (56:42) and Women's U17 competitions (59:50).The panel also look ahead to an upcoming interview with Sligo Rovers standout Sydney Stephens, which will feature in Episode 17.Highlights included by arrangement with the League of Ireland, the Football Association of Ireland and LOITV.

Breifne Earley is joined by Emma Kate Dineen and Aaron Clarke as another action-packed weekend in the SSE Airtricity League of Ireland Women's Premier Division takes centre stage.The episode begins with a standout result as Shamrock Rovers produced a stunning attacking performance to defeat Shelbourne (1:46), with five goals highlighting their growing momentum and attacking threat.Attention then turns to a special interview with James O'Callaghan (18:10), before Galway United's continued strong form is discussed following their win over Cork City (22:28), with highlights analysed shortly after (28:19).Treaty United's impressive victory over Bohemians (31:34) is next on the agenda, as the away side secured a big result, followed by a look at the key moments from the game (31:53).A lighter moment follows (37:16) as the panel discuss their favourite kits across the league — including Treaty United's white and red pinstripe away strip, Sligo Rovers' white and maroon kit, and Bohemians' eye-catching orange collaboration.DLR Waves' narrow defeat to Waterford (41:17) is then reviewed, with highlights (42:54), before a broader discussion (54:08) on the evolving structure of women's sport in Ireland. The panel examine potential lessons from changes to the All-Ireland League in rugby and how the League of Ireland Women's Premier Division could adapt in the future, including the possibility of a split division and the ongoing challenge of competing with Ladies Gaelic Football for players.Peamount United's draw with Sligo Rovers (1:01:03) is analysed, along with highlights (1:02:33), before Athlone Town's win over Wexford FC (1:07:03) rounds off the match reviews.Highlights included by arrangement with the League of Ireland, Football Association of Ireland and broadcast partners LOITV and TG4.

A patient who stopped a bomb attack at a hospital has revealed he hugged the would-be-attacker to calm him down. Nathan Newby spent two hours talking to the armed man and persuaded him to abandon his plan. He received the George Medal for bravery from King Charles this week.Also: how a viral video of pack of dogs has captured the attention of animal lovers across China and beyond.England's Football Association has apologised to a women's team who defied its fifty year ban on female players. The sport's governing body praised the Manchester Corinthians as trailblazers.And: Millions of people are flocking to see Washington DC's beloved cherry trees in full bloom. The National Cherry Blossom Festival celebrates international friendship, as the trees were a gift from Tokyo over a hundred years ago.Our weekly collection of inspiring, uplifting and happy news from around the world.Presenter: Holly Gibbs. Music composed by Iona Hampson.

According to the UK Health Security Agency, five new cases of meningitis have been confirmed in Kent. Two people have died in the outbreak. Health Secretary Wes Streeting has described it as an 'unprecedented' outbreak although the risk of the disease spreading is low. So what are the facts parents and young people should be aware of? Dr Gayatri Amirthalingam, Deputy Director, Immunisations and Vaccine Preventable Diseases at the UK Health Security Agency, and GP Dr Ellie Cannon join Anita Rani.Today, the Football Association is launching new educational resources to tackle the barriers girls face in playing football in school. Sue Day, director of women's football at the FA tells Anita how we can get more girls onto the pitch, and how she kept playing sport as a teenager.MI5 will pay compensation and has apologised to a woman who was coercively controlled and attacked with a machete by one of its agents. The woman, who is being called Beth, made a legal claim following a BBC investigation four years ago, which showed that the man was a neo-Nazi misogynist who used his security service role as a tool of abuse. Joining Anita are Kate Ellis from the Centre for Women's Justice who represented Beth, and BBC investigations reporter Daniel de Simone.Have you ever stopped to think about how our gardens got to be filled with so many different plants and flowers? A new exhibition at the Ashmolean Museum in Oxford answers exactly that question, taking visitors across the world. Anita talks to Dr Francesca Leoni, the co-curator of In Bloom - How Plants Changed Our World. Last year, MPs voted to decriminalise abortion for women in England and Wales, meaning a woman would no longer face prosecution for ending her own pregnancy. The amendment to the Crime and Policing Bill removes criminal liability for the woman herself, but medical professionals and others who assist an abortion outside the legal framework could still be held criminally liable. The Bill is still passing through Parliament, and according to research by the Guardian, women are still being arrested. We hear from Guardian reporter Hannah Al-Othman.Presenter: Anita Rani Producer: Kirsty Starkey

1990 does not begin quietly. London burns during the Poll Tax riots. Strangeways prison erupts in Manchester. Margaret Thatcher stands outside Downing Street for the last time. Britain is shifting politically, socially and culturally. At the very same moment, Madchester explodes into the mainstream. The Happy Mondays release Step On as smoke rises over the city. Ecstasy fuels a new chemical confidence. Indie and rave collide. What began in dark rooms is now national news.Then comes an unlikely coronation. The Football Association asks New Order to write England's 1990 World Cup anthem. World in Motion goes to number one and Manchester owns the summer. At Glastonbury, The Happy Mondays arrive with a thousand mates and a bootleg pass printer. In the charts, The Inspiral Carpets and The Charlatans surge forward. And in Widnes, on a former chemical works surrounded by factories and wind, tens of thousands gather for Spike Island. The Stone Roses take the stage as fireworks burst overhead. The sound system falters. The crew threaten to strike. The wind shifts…. but it barely matters.This is the peak. The moment Madchester becomes too big to contain.Episode 5 of The Rise and Fall of Madchester tells the story of the year politics, football, rave and pop culture collided.A BBC Audio Production.

Season 6 continues as Breifne Earley, Aaron Clarke and former Irish international Meabh De Burca look back at the opening weekend of action in the SSE Airtricity League of Ireland Women's Premier Division.All match footage included in this episode is provided by licence and with thanks to the Football Association of Ireland, the League of Ireland and its broadcast partners TG4 and LOITV.The episode begins at Tolka Park where champions Shelbourne opened their title defence with a 2–0 win over Treaty United. The panel discuss Aoife Kelly's early season opener, a superb save from Treaty goalkeeper Mya Sanchez and the debate over whether McCleary's header had crossed the line during the contest (1:45). Treaty United manager Laurie Ryan joins the podcast to reflect on the performance and what her side can take from the opening night (12:43), before Shelbourne manager Sean Russell discusses the positives from his side's winning start to the campaign (17:08).Attention then turns to Marley Park where Galway United left Dublin with a late 1–0 win over DLR Waves (20:35). Despite the defeat, much of the conversation focuses on the performance of DLR goalkeeper Summer Lawless, who produced a series of sensational saves during the match. The panel also debate whether the young stopper was fortunate to avoid a red card after a late challenge on Ceola Bergin. Lawless herself joins the show to discuss her performance and the team's start to the season (30:17), followed by reaction from DLR Waves manager Laura Heffernan (31:54) and Galway United manager Phil Trill (34:15). Galway's winning goal eventually arrived late in the game through Isabella Beletic.In the south east derby between Waterford and Wexford (37:54), the sides played out an entertaining scoreless draw where penalties, goal line clearances and impressive saves dominated proceedings in a lively encounter.The weekend's highest scoring match came in Greenogue as Peamount United and Bohemians shared four goals (52:16). Twice Sarah McKevitt had Bohemians in front, but Peamount responded through Sorcha Melia and Mary Phillips to secure a point. Bohemians defender Lisa Murphy reflects on the match (55:07), before Peamount manager Gary Seery gives his thoughts on an open and entertaining contest (56:43).In the northwest, Sligo Rovers produced a strong performance against champions Athlone Town (1:01:40). Dana Scheriff had given the visitors the lead, but a late Emma Hansberry free kick secured a deserved point for the Bit O' Red, who will feel they could have taken more after creating several chances during the game.The weekend concluded on Leeside where Shamrock Rovers began the James O'Callaghan era with a 2–0 win over Cork City (1:08:36). Inspired performances from Sadhbh Doyle and Ellen Molloy helped Rovers secure the victory, with Doyle opening the scoring before Emily Corbet added the second to seal the three points.The panel wrap up the episode with a full round-up of the weekend's results across the division (1:12:03).Episode 6 — the weekly preview show — will be available on Thursday as the podcast continues its coverage of the 2026 season.

The health secretary Wes Streeting has appointed senior midwife Donna Ockenden to lead a review into maternity and neonatal services at Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust. The appointment came after a sustained campaign by bereaved and harmed families who said that she was the only one they trusted to lead the review into failings in Leeds. BBC reporter Divya Talwar tells us about breaking the story and Donna Ockenden joins Nuala McGovern to discuss her new appointment as well as her ongoing review into Nottingham university hospitals.We look at the changing gender split in the veterinary profession, 61% of working vets are women and 80% of recently qualified vets - what's behind the shift? Dr Christianne Glossop is Honorary Professor and Honorary Fellow at the Royal Veterinary College and Wales' first Chief Veterinary Officer, she joins Nuala.During World War One, women working in munitions factories formed football teams. They would sometimes play in front of thousands of people, until the Football Association banned women's football in 1921, a ban that lasted for 50 years. This is the focus of a play at Sheffield's Crucible Theatre, The Ladies Football club. One of the stars is Ellie Leach, formerly in Coronation Street and who won Strictly Come Dancing in 2023. She joins Nuala alongside director Elizabeth Newman.Dr Amy Blakeway, Senior Lecturer in 16th Century Scottish History at the University of St Andrews, talks to Nuala about the history of the term 'rough wooing', and why she thinks its time we stopped using it.Presenter: Nuala McGovern Producer: Helen Fitzhenry

Season 6 continues with a special double-episode week as Breifne Earley, Aaron Clarke and Peamount United's Avril Brierley look back on the opening silverware of the season and continue our coverage of the Women's Development League.The episode begins with the key moments from the President's Cup Final (2:00), with match highlights provided by kind arrangement with the League of Ireland and the Football Association of Ireland. We then break down the contest in detail as Breifne, Aaron and Avril analyse how the season curtain-raiser unfolded and what it might mean for both sides heading into the Women's Premier Division campaign (6:54).Attention then turns to the international stage as Aaron reviews the Republic of Ireland Women's National Team's recent outings against two European heavyweights. Ireland suffered narrow 2-1 defeats to both France and the Netherlands during the international window, performances that raised plenty of talking points about the squad's development and where the team stands ahead of future competitive fixtures (23:13).The spotlight then moves back to the domestic pathway as CK United captain Fia Murphy (38:32) joins the show. She discusses the club's exciting start in the Women's Development League, the environment being built within CK United, and the importance of providing opportunities for young players in emerging senior programmes.With the new season gathering momentum across every level of the game, this is the first of two episodes this week as the podcast continues to track the early storylines shaping the 2026 campaign.

Sanctions. Forfeits. Points docked. It’s been a bruising week for Hougang United following the ruling by the Football Association of Singapore over the fielding of an ineligible player. In an EXCLUSIVE Sports Minutes sit-down, club captain Ryaan Sanizal tackles the tough questions head-on — speaking openly about accountability, resilience, and guiding a young squad through one of the most turbulent weeks in recent club history.Got a story to tell? Get in touch!raushan@sph.com.sgSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Football Association of Ireland will introduce tougher security measures such as sniffer dogs and CCTV at League of Ireland games following threats to pull funding for new Astro pitches, according to the Irish Independent. It comes after a flare was thrown at the Louth derby between Dundalk and Drogheda United at Oriel Park, resulting in one child sent to hospital. Speaking to Anton this morning was Patrick O'Donovan, Sports Minister.

The Football Association of Ireland will introduce tougher security measures such as sniffer dogs and CCTV at League of Ireland games following threats to pull funding for new Astro pitches, according to the Irish Independent. It comes after a flare was thrown at the Louth derby between Dundalk and Drogheda United at Oriel Park, resulting in one child sent to hospital. Speaking to Anton this morning was Patrick O'Donovan, Sports Minister.

The Ireland Palestine Solidarity Campaign, recently release a press release on behalf of Jews for Palestine Ireland, calling on the Football Association of Ireland to boycott the upcoming matches against Israel... Zoe Lawlor from the Ireland Palestine Solidarity Campaign joined us on the show on Tuesday calling on the FAI to halt the games scheduled for September and October...

Kathleen McNamee was joined by Chris McDermott & Neil Hoey from the Irish Amputee Football Association to chat about their goals in football and the future of amputee football in Ireland. Settle In on Off The Ball is brought to you by Guinness 0.0

Check out the MyPersonalFootballCoach Club Partnership. Take your soccer club to the next level. https://mypersonalfootballcoach.com/mpfc-club-partnership/ Ed Graper returns to the show to discuss his new role with the KNVB where he's supporting the big 6 clubs in developing their world renowned football development programme. Saul and Ed discuss the youth development landscape in Holland and importantly the future game. What this looks like and how can we develop players for it.

On Friday's Football Daily, Phil Egan brings you the latest from the Ireland-Israel debacle plus the weather lays waste to games across the country in the League of Ireland.Republic of Ireland learn their fate in the UEFA Nations League B3, drawn alongside Austria, Kosovo and Israel, with fixtures now confirmed.The Boys in Green begin with a September away double-header in Kosovo and Israel, before October clashes at the Aviva Stadium.Boycott calls grow louder as former Ireland international Eoin Doyle urges action over the Israel fixtures.Bohemians COO Daniel Lambert says the Football Association of Ireland, fans and players should not be put in this position.The42's Gavin Cooney explains why UEFA ultimately hold the financial power in the debate.Stormy conditions threaten another chaotic night in the League of Ireland, with multiple pitch inspections across the country.Drogheda United host Waterford at Sullivan & Lambe Park after late drama on opening weekend.Dundalk could debut Tyreke Wilson against Derry City, as James McClean continues his return to domestic action.First Division focus as Wexford FC, UCD and Cobh Ramblers aim to get their campaigns up and running despite the weather.Cork City begin life back in the second tier with a Munster derby against Treaty United, as Seani Maguire targets promotion.Arsenal drop points in the Premier League title race after a 1-1 draw at Brentford, leaving Mikel Arteta's side four clear of Manchester City.Keith Andrews' Brentford remain in the European hunt and are boosted by Igor Thiago signing a new long-term deal.Glen Whelan prepares to lead Wigan Athletic into the FA Cup spotlight against Arsenal at the Emirates.Northern Ireland boss Michael O'Neill is set for a dual role at Blackburn Rovers, while Dean Brennan receives a nine-game ban and Chelsea manager Liam Rosenior prepares for an emotional return to Hull.Become a member and sign up at offtheball.com/join

Support us: buymeacoffee.com/colemansdream We are joined by Noel Mooney, CEO of the Football Association of Wales. We ask him some questions of our own, he discusses the 10 year strategy for Cymru and addresses some questions about the 150th anniversary. We put your listener questions to Noel too and he gives us a treasure trove of in depth information! Diolch to Noel for his time - we hope you enjoy the pod!

In this week's episode of China Insider, Miles Yu covers the increase of PLA naval and air patrols around Scarborough Shoal in response to US-Philippine joint military exercises, and what this development indicates about China's evolving maritime strategy in the Indo-Pacific. Second, Miles unpacks the decision by the Chinese Football Association to issue 73 lifetime bans to coaches and players for match fixing and details the larger network of corruption across professional sports in China. Finally, Miles reviews the executions of eleven Ming mafia family members related to scam centers based in Myanmar, and what this judicial process reveals about the current state of bilateral relations between China and Myanmar.China Insider is a weekly podcast project from Hudson Institute's China Center, hosted by China Center Director and Senior Fellow, Dr. Miles Yu, who provides weekly news that mainstream American outlets often miss, as well as in-depth commentary and analysis on the China challenge and the free world's future. 

The clock ticks toward the planned merger deadline. Our reporter, Sally-Ann Barrett has more.

On this episode of the SeventySix Capital Sports Leadership Show, Wayne Kimmel interviewed Jeff Mostyn, the Former Chairman of AFC Bournemouth⁠. There have been few constants in AFC Bournemouth's incredible rise to the Premier League. Aside from the sight of the inspirational performances from the team, achieving the almost impossible by reaching the Premier League in 2015, it is an almost unrecognisable club from just ten years ago. But its fairy tale success wouldn't have been possible without the boardroom backing of former Chairman Jeff Mostyn following his purchase of the club in 2007. The club has now become one of the most progressive and admired clubs, both on and off the field within the English football pyramid. Mostyn now stands as an immensely well-respected figure not only in the English game but also on the Global stage due to his unparalleled knowledge of the Football Pyramid. He has held places on the board of the Football League and the Football Association Council and is just as influential in the local area, contributing as an ambassador to the club's Community Sports Trust where he remains a trustee. Mostyn is also part of a small group of Football Chairman to have held the position at the same club in the top four divisions, along with Swansea City's Huw Jenkins and Dave Whelan at Wigan Athletic. In 2011 he was elected by the 72 Football League Clubs to represent them on the FA Council working on several of the Football Association committees, including those for Disability, FA Youth and Compliance Monitoring, as well as chairing the prestigious FA Challenge Cup Committee. In 2012 Jeff was elected to the Board of Directors of the Football League. During the 2015/16 season Jeff was elected as an FA England Team Ambassador, supporting the FA and England teams overseas. Following the club's administration in 2009, Mostyn stepped down to become Vice-Chairman of the club, before once again taking up the position of Chairman at AFC Bournemouth in September 2013, with a historic promotion to the English Premier League following less than two years later. Away from football, he is a family man and has been married to his wife Rose for 44 years and has four children. Amongst Jeff's charitable work he supports Prostate Cancer UK and is a patron for Dorset Cancer Care Foundation, Ambassador of Julia's House Children's Hospice, Ambassador of Lewis-Manning Hospice Care. Jeff is a global ambassador for Football for Peace and had the honour of presenting to dignitaries at the UN General Assembly in New York in September 2019. Jeff was awarded an Honorary Doctorate by Bournemouth University in Business Administration in November 2017, in recognition of his work at AFC Bournemouth and the Community. Jeff received a Fellowship of the FA Council in 2021. Finally in 2023 The Premier League acknowledged Jeff's contribution to the League and the wider Football Family with a personal award. The rise of AFC Bournemouth from the depths of despair in 2006 to the glorified heights of the English Premier League is one of sports greatest ever achievements. It was once described as a Hans Christian Anderson fairy story that somehow came to life. Jeff Stepped down as Chairman of the football club in December 2022, taking up a role as Ambassador for the clubs, Community Sports Trust. On the 30th October 2025, Jeff published his autobiography “The Chairman”Chapters00:00 Introduction to Jeff Mostyn and AFC Bournemouth01:35 Jeff's Journey to Bournemouth Ownership05:04 Emotional Rollercoaster of Football Ownership08:50 The Impact of Community and Relationships12:49 Writing 'The Chairman' and Contributions from Football Royalty17:57 The Journey to Premier League Promotion22:56 Building a Successful Team Culture28:05 The Future of AFC Bournemouth and Community Engagement29:20 World Cup Excitement and the Power of Football

What if you could borrow the psychology behind elite sporting success and use it to lead, perform, and thrive as a working mum? In this episode, I'm joined by Dr Kate Hays, Head of Women's Performance Psychology at the Football Association, working closely with Serena Wiegman and the England women's national football team. Kate pulls back the curtain on what performance psychology really looks like when the stakes are high and how those same principles apply to leadership, teamwork, and the daily reality of ambitious working motherhood. She shares what truly drives sustained elite performance, and how women can succeed under pressure without sacrificing their wellbeing. More details: https://luminate-group.co.uk/podcast/177 Connect on LinkedIn Here  Follow on Instagram Here  Love the Wisdom For Working Mums Podcast? Let's take the conversation further. Subscribe for exclusive insights delivered straight to your inbox - designed to support you in leading with confidence and living with intention. 

Ep 399: Happy New Year to you all. The podcast returns, and once again we're discussing FIFA and the 2026 World Cup. I'm delighted to be joined by Thomas Concannon from the FSA (@WeAreTheFSA) who tells us what they have been doing and will continue to do, on behalf of the fans. Running time 35:55 Join the debate in our Facebook group at http://bit.ly/2hnHBzi http://www.threelionspodcast.com http://www.Twitter.com/3LionsPodcast http://www.Twitter.com/Russell_Osborne

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Welcome to the 3rd Advent/Christmas/Holiday episode this year. It's a read of a children book again, and that book involves a time-traveling boy and his dog. They time travel, through goalposts, to the first organized football match under Football Association rules, in 1863, between Barnes and Richmond. The game was played at Barnes commons, in West London, across the river from Fulham's FCs stadium, the Craven Cottage. And the boy and his dog (Kane is his name, no relation to Harry) mess up football history while there. Or, almost.The book is by Adrian Lobley, and I don't want to give away the whole thing here - I'll read up to chapter 10. Plus: some of the best Christmas-themed stadium chants. Until January 19th!HELPFUL LINKS FOR THIS EPISODE:Adrian Lobley, Kane and the Christmas Football Adventure"The best Christmas Football chants", YouTube"Comfort Comfort O My People" in the opening piano version, from Road to Virtuosity Sheet Music, YouTube"Comfort Comfort O My People," closing version with organ and drums, performed by the First-Plymouth Church in Lincoln, NebraskaNEW: send me a text message! (I'd love to hear your thoughts - texts get to me anonymously, without charge or signup) Please leave a quick voicemail with any feedback, corrections, suggestions - or just greetings - HERE. Or comment via Twitter, Instagram, Bluesky or Facebook. If you enjoy this podcast and think that what I do fills a gap in soccer coverage that others would be interested in as well, please Recommend The Assistant Professor of Football. Spreading the word, through word of mouth, truly does help. Leave some rating stars at the podcast platform of your choice. There are so many sports podcasts out there, and only ratings make this project visible; only then can people who look for a different kind of take on European soccer actually find me. Artwork for The Assistant Professor of Football is by Saige LindInstrumental music for this podcast, including the introduction track, is by the artist Ketsa and used under a Creative Commons license through Free Music Archive: https://freemusicarchive.org/music/Ketsa/

Join historian Greg Jenner for a funny and fascinating journey through the History of Football. A laugh-out-loud episode of Dead Funny History, the family podcast that brings the past back to life.From medieval madness to the modern game Football might be the world's favourite sport today, but its early days were anything but beautiful. Greg takes us back to medieval Britain, when football was a chaotic town-wide scramble played on Pancake Day, complete with hundreds of players, broken windows and absolutely no referee in sight.Kings, chaos … and the rules of the game We meet monks who first wrote about the sport and kings who tried (and failed) to ban it. Then, in the 1800s, posh public-school students invented their own versions, and their many arguments eventually gave us both football and rugby.Enter the gloriously named Ebenezer Cobb Morley, the man who helped create the Football Association and the rulebook that changed the game forever.The women who made football their own Greg also features the brilliant women who played, led and loved football long before it was accepted. There's Nettie Honeyball, who founded the British Ladies' Football Club, and Lily Parr, the teenage superstar striker of the Dick, Kerr Ladies, famous for her unstoppable shot and trailblazing spirit.Even when the FA banned women's matches in 1921, these pioneers kept playing, paving the way for today's Lionesses.History meets hilarity With jokes, sketches and sound effects galore, from “Vatican VAR” to medieval mob matches, Greg Jenner and the Dead Funny History team bring the story of football roaring to life. It's packed with fun facts, silly moments and quick-fire quizzes that make learning irresistible for children, families and football fans alike.The perfect family listen If you've ever wondered how football began, why kings banned it, or how women's teams made sporting history, this episode delivers a clever mix of comedy and education. Funny, factual and full of heart, Dead Funny History: The History of Football is history with extra time and plenty of laughs.Host: Greg Jenner Writers: Jack Bernhardt, Gabby Hutchinson Crouch and Dr Emma Nagouse Performers: Mali Ann Rees and John Luke-Roberts Producer: Dr Emma Nagouse Associate Producer: Gabby Hutchinson Crouch Audio Producer: Emma Weatherill Script Consultant: Professor Jean Williams Production Coordinator: Liz Tuohy Production Manager: Jo Kyle Studio Managers: Keith Graham and Andrew Garratt Sound Designer: Peregrine AndrewsA BBC Studios Production

I'm delighted to speak with Dr Alan McKay in this week's episode. Alan is an HCPC sport psychologist, researcher, and practitioner. He completed his PhD in sport psychology with the Football Association of Wales (FAW) and is currently working as a senior research assistant at the FAW Centre for Football Research, housed at the University of South Wales. In this role he helps to produce multidisciplinary, world-leading, applied performance science research to enhance the performance of Welsh athletes and organisations. Alan also works within elite level sport at both Welsh Triathlon and in his own company Mindframe Performance, where he has supported athletes competing at both the 2022 Commonwealth Games in Birmingham and the 2024 Olympic Games in Paris. In this episode Alan and I discuss behaviour-based approaches to mental toughness in sport.

Episode Notes Ireland Takes on Belgium in CRUCIAL UEFA Nations League Play-Off Welcome back to Irish Football Fan TV — a big week ahead for the Republic of Ireland women's national football team as they take on Belgium women's national football team in the high-stakes UEFA Women's Nations League promotion/relegation play-off. In this video we discuss the build-up, the mood in the camp, the tactical shape and the key players you should watch. From the return of experienced heads like Denise O'Sullivan to the emerging stars like Abbie Larkin, we look at how Ireland can edge past Belgium and secure a place in League A. We also talk off-pitch challenges: the squad are determined to stay focused despite the noise around the Football Association of Ireland and show their unity ahead of a big moment at Aviva Stadium in Dublin. SheKicks +2 fai.ie +2

Ivi is an expert in women's football and the founder of Casagrande Coaching, a UK based consultancy practice. A former professional player, Ivi has also worked as a performance coach with teams like Orlando Pride, Brighton & Hove Albion, Ireland Women's Team, Brazil Women's Team and US Youth National Teams. She now focuses on both early career and seasoned coaches via international coach education programmes, grassroots projects and progressive frameworks that create better environments for everyone to thrive. As such, Ivi delivers coach education for the Football Association of Ireland via a grassroots programme supporting young female football players, and with FIFA and UEFA as a Technical Expert delivering workshops for teams around the world. Since 2020 Ivi has also run her own Mentorship programmes to educate and empower coaches. QUOTES “So I think the best environments that I've been in, they have constant feedback loops between staff members and also players where they have debrief in forms of feedback surveys or a lot of conversations with players about what they need” “if you're in an international team environment with camps, for example, at the end of each camp with Ireland, we would survey the players and it was very successful, we're going to do this debrief and we're going to see the trends” "What are the non-negotiables for us as coaches, but also what are the things that we will allow the players to have more freedom, more creativity with and allow them to do different things in their training” "I think on top of everything that we talked about in terms of creating an environment for players to thrive, we also have to create our own environment for ourselves to then thrive. Because if we're not creating that, we are not going to be able to have mental space to create that environment for the players” SHOWNOTES 1) Ivi's journey from professional soccer to coaching elite female football. 2) Zooming out to observe environments that are conducive for players and staff to thrive. 3) The importance of frequent feedback loops in high performance, including reflecting on every session you coach. 4) Observing athletes and their interactions in their daily environment. 5) How speaking the same shared language as coaches impacts high performance. 6) Creating autonomy in playing groups and the practical tools to use. 7) How to implement an education process with athletes to improve culture. 8) The importance of staff having boundaries with players and protecting their time. PEOPLE MENTIONED Dan Pfaff

Soccer correspondent, Tony O'Donohue discusses the Football Association of Ireland's appearance before the Joint Oireachtas Committee on Arts, Media, Communications, Culture and Sport this afternoon.

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Morse code transcription: vvv vvv Sacked referee David Coote denies indecent child image charge Harrys tea with Charles could be small step to reconciliation Charlie Kirk What we know about fatal shooting of conservative US activist Charlie Kirk Witnesses describe panic in aftermath of shooting What the cronut tells us about why TV cooking shows are dying Gary Lineker ends Ant and Decs 23 year winning streak at TV awards Stress and how to manage it Dr Xand van Tullekens five key tips Chelsea face 74 Football Association charges over agent payments Campus killing lays bare Americas bloody and broken politics Emily Thornberry pulls out of deputy Labour leader race

Welcome back to It Was What It Was, the football history podcast hosted by Jonathan Wilson and Rob Draper. In this second episode of a two-part special, we delve into the pivotal moments that lifted the 50-year ban on women's football in England. From the formation of the Women's Football Association, to looking at the birth of the Lionesses and their first official international match. This episode looks at the pioneering women and their allies who revived the game in the 1960s, building grassroots clubs, fighting for recognition to pave the way for women's football today. Tune in to hear all about the history of the women's game.00:00 The End of the Ban00:28 Picking Up the Pieces: Women's Football After the Ban00:53 The 1960s Revival: Grassroots and New Teams03:10 The Impact of England's 1966 World Cup Win07:54 Building a Movement: Key Figures and Early Clubs10:56 Struggles for Facilities and Recognition12:50 International Influence21:22 The Formation of the Women's Football Association24:32 The FA's Changing Attitude and Official Recognition27:20 The First Women's FA Cup and International Competitions29:40 Tensions: Unofficial vs. Official Tournaments36:52 The Lost Lionesses: Mexico 1971 and Unrecognised Pioneers40:26 The First Official Lionesses Game: Scotland vs. England, 197245:44 Media Coverage and Social Attitudes47:44 Timeline: From the First Match to Modern Success50:08 Reflections: The Legacy of the Pioneers Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Brock and Ben talk all forms of Football: Association and Gridiron

Sean Farrington speaks to owner of Worcester City Women FC Nicole Allison and former Head of Women's Football at The Football Association of Wales Lowri Roberts

Mark Scanlon, League of Ireland Director at the Football Association of Ireland (FAI), highlights the impact dodgy boxes are having on the League Of Ireland.

In Part 1, Lee and Paul bring you the best stories from the European continent. How could YOU get involved with the first proper club in the world's smallest country? Why do Tromsø, the world's northernmost professional team, play one Eliteserien match per season at midnight? Which Guinness World Record do the Bosnia & Herzegovina Women's Premier League champions SFK 2000 hold? And how did the Cold War delay a European tie between Northern Ireland's Glenavon and Germany's Aue by 65 years? In Part 2, the stories are from the rest of the world. In China, a tournament between AI robot footballers takes place. But will they ever be good enough to face humans? Meanwhile, Palau remains the only country in the world without an active Football Association – which goes some way to explaining why Paul was allowed to play (and score) in their domestic league. And in Mauritius, LaCure Waves have won the cup without a recognised goalkeeper for the quarter-final or semi-final. But why are they still seething with the powers-that-be? Rayo Vaticano Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/soyrayovaticano Rayo Vaticano e-mail: soyrayovaticano@gmail.com Guardian profile of SFK 2000: https://www.theguardian.com/football/2025/may/29/sfk-2000-sarajevo-bosnia-and-herzegovina-womens-football-moving-the-goalposts The Blizzard Issue 57: https://forwardpress.imbmsubscriptions.com/sweeper10Join The Sweeper on Patreon: patreon.com/SweeperPodSupport The Sweeper on Buy Me A Coffee: buymeacoffee.com/sweeperpodEditor: Ralph Foster Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

As storm clouds gather over Wales' Euro 2025 HQ, Rachel Rowe sits down with Carl to discuss her journey from being a civil servant and prison officer to a professional footballer. The 32-year-old midfielder has already enhanced her reputation as a versatile member of the squad by helping the ground staff to the cut the grass on the training pitch - using lawn mowers shipped over by the Football Association of Wales. Catrin Heledd and Michael Pearlman have also been busy interviewing other members of the squad, with some updates on Gemma Evans' teeth and Elise Hughes' knee.

Today, we look at what's in the deal struck between the United States and Ukraine that will give Washington access to some of the war-torn country's natural resources.International editor Jeremy Bowen also explains what it could mean for the conflict.And the Football Association has banned transgender women from playing in women's matches in England. Legal correspondent Dominic Casciani and sports journalist Jane Dougall put the decision into context.You can now listen to Newscast on a smart speaker. If you want to listen, just say "Ask BBC Sounds to play Newscast”. It works on most smart speakers. You can join our Newscast online community here: https://discord.gg/m3YPUGv9New episodes released every day. If you're in the UK, for more News and Current Affairs podcasts from the BBC, listen on BBC Sounds: https://bit.ly/3ENLcS1 Newscast brings you daily analysis of the latest political news stories from the BBC. It was presented by Adam Fleming. It was made by Chris Flynn with Shiler Mahmoudi. The technical producer was Michael Regaard. The assistant editor is Chris Gray. The editor is Sam Bonham.

The Football Association has announced that transgender women will no longer be able to play in female football in England from the 1st of June. Also: American media are reporting that Mike Walz, President Trump's National Security Adviser, is to leave his post. And Harrods has become the latest retailer, after Marks and Spencer and the Co-op, to be targeted by cyber attacks.