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This week's show is half double winners, half double act. Firstly, we reflect on Shamrock Rovers' success over troubled Cork City in the cup final and discuss the impact of Harry Nevin's red card amongst other talking points arising from the day and the season for both clubs. In a packed mailbag, there's a fair bit of playoff chat, pitch complaints, transfer talk, journalism advice and more. For part two, we go back to Rascals where old pals Chris Shields and Keith Ward offer their take on the season just gone amongst other things. We think you'll enjoy the chat, which we couldn't have brought to you without our friends at Rascals, Collar & Cuff, Future Ticketing & Sport Cosanta. Like the lads at Shels we know you'll get the picture..
On Friday's Football Daily, Phil Egan brings you the build-up to the weekend's Premier League fixtures plus there is a preview of this weekend's FAI Cup final/Joey O'Brien rues red card for James Norris.Stephen Bradley not taking Cork City at their peril.Seani Maguire eyes another showing like 2016.Vinnie Perth puzzled to Johnny Kenny's exclusion.And Arne Slot provides positive news on two of his stars.Become a member and subscribe at offtheball.com/join
On Thursday's Football Daily, Phil Egan brings you the latest from the Ireland squad announcement as Heimir Hallgrimsson includes the lesser known Kevin O'Toole in the squad for the very first time whilst there is a positive update on Evan Ferguson.Heimir explains the thought process behind picking O'Toole.Ferguson is back on the grass.Ireland's future stars include a certain Jaden Umeh.Richie Towell is pleased with what he saw from Ireland's young guns.Shelbourne and Shamrock Rovers both chase points in Europe.Stephen Bradley is ready for a hostile environment.Martin O'Neill is back in Europe as Celtic manager.And Aston Villa take on Maccabi Tel Aviv in Birmingham.Become a member and subscribe at offtheball.com/join
Jonathan Higgins chats to Kevin Doherty of Drogheda United, John Caulfield and Patrick Hickey of Galway United, following a 1-1 draw between the sides this evening in Eamonn Deacy Park.League of Ireland with Rockshore 0.0#leagueofourown To become a member and access our exclusive content simply click: here:http://offtheball.com/join
Colm Boohig, Dara Smith-Naughton and Keith Treacy bring you all the morning headlines after a night where Shelbourne suffered a heartbreak late loss to Macedonian champions KF Shkëndija and Shamrock Rovers lost to Celje in Tallaght in the UEFA Conference League. Off The Ball Breakfast w/ UPMC Ireland | #GetBackInActionCatch The Off The Ball Breakfast show LIVE weekday mornings from 7:30am or just search for Off The Ball Breakfast and get the podcast on the Off The Ball app.SUBSCRIBE at OffTheBall.com/join
On Thursday's Football Daily, Phil Egan brings you all the latest as we build up to our live Europa Conference League commentary between Shamrock Rovers and NK Celje.Bradley insists on no artificial motivation.Riera says there is a fine balance between arrogance and confidence.Slot on Isak's struggles.Thomas 'Frank' about Spurs' struggles.Brendan Rodgers says Celtic need to shut out the outside noise.And Sean Dyche is back in fashion.Become a member and subscribe at offtheball.com/join
4 games, 3 authors, 2 Rovers podcasts and 1 point still needed. We talk Prague, Kerry, Shels and Pat's during our hiatus as well as Pico making it to the World Cup. Things get super spooky wooky ahead of Halloween with Rovers fan and horror writer Seán O'Connor, and then emotional as Bartley Ramsay and Gary Ferry remember Ollie Horgan and Mark Farren through their own Finn Harps and Derry City books. Slovenian football journalist Jakob Batic returns to warn us that Celje are much better this time around.
We are back from an international break to begin the countdown towards the climax of the season – our live show in Rascals on Monday November 3 with tickets going on sale on Wednesday. Oh, and there's the end of a thrilling European race, the playoff battle and the prospect of an FAI Cup Final at the Aviva Stadium where the fans – and not the SHOUTY PA GUY – will hopefully provide the volume. That's a bit of a garbage time rant in a show which is heaven for those who like permutations as the lads unpick the significance of the weekend's results with Johnny, fresh back from Dalymount, gathering the thoughts of both Stephen O'Donnell and Barry Baggley. Johnny tackles some criticism from Shels heads with the same relish he approaches small talk at a creche, a starter to a diverse mailbag that veers from Flann O'Brien to Usher before ending up in the cycle lane. As ever, we're trying to stay on the right track with the help of Sport Cosanta, Future Ticketing, Collar & Cuff and Rascals Brewing.
Ben Symes, Shane Keegan and Johnny Ward are here for League of Ireland late night after a huge night of LOI action with just 2 weeks left in the season. LOI on OTB is with Rockshore 0.0 #LOI
On this weeks The Other 3 Amigo's Podcast, your 100% Unofficial Cork City FC Podcast TOTAP Tower's is a sad and sombre placeWill the Club ever use the "R" word?An off season departure is confirmedWe review the Shels game but there is no preview of the Drogs gameTOTAP Live is here & Much Much More
It's the last league episode of the season and Breifne Earley is joined once again by Meabh De Burca (@MeabhDeBurca) to wrap up a wild final weekend in the Women's Premier Division, reflect on the retirements of four legends, and look ahead to this weekend's FAI Women's Cup Final.
In this episode of The 1895 Podcast, Ste and Ben are buzzing after a crucial win for Shels against Cork City Join them as they break down the 2-1 victory and discuss the key moments that gave The Reds a huge 3 points. The lads dive into the standout performances from Jack Henry Francis and Kerr McInroy, as well as the impressive composure from Daniel Kelly. With two wins under their belt, they reflect on the confidence growing in the squad and what it means as they look ahead to the next fixtures, especially with the European aspirations still alive. Expect spirited debates, plenty of laughs, and all the insights you crave about the Reds as they gear up for their challenge against Sligo.
Shamrock Rovers head coach Stephen Bradley, and Shelbourne boss Joey O'Brien speak to Off The Ball's Jonathan Higgins in the aftermath of Shels 0-1 win to prevent Rovers securing their fifth title in six years.League of Ireland on Off The Ball with Rockshore 0.0
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Ste and Ben are here as always to talk all things ShelbourneWas a 0-0 draw with Hacken a fair result? How should we approach Rovers away? How fine is the line between doing your job and being a jobsworth?The lads try to answer all that, as well as giving their Richie Ranking, and delving into some non Shels business.
Former Shelbourne Captain Owen Heary and former Shamrock Rovers Goalkeeper Barry Murphy join Colm Boohig and Keith Treacy to discuss last night's Europa Conference League action which saw Shelbourne claim their first point in European Group Stage football and Shamrock Rovers lose away to Sparta Prague. Off The Ball Breakfast w/ UPMC Ireland | #GetBackInActionCatch The Off The Ball Breakfast show LIVE weekday mornings from 7:30am or just search for Off The Ball Breakfast and get the podcast on the Off The Ball app.SUBSCRIBE at OffTheBall.com/joinOff The Ball Breakfast is live weekday mornings from 7:30am across Off The Ball
Colm Boohig, Keith Treacy & Arthur O'Dea run through some busy morning papers.The lads chat through the League of Ireland teams in Europa Conference League action last night, the VAR controversy in Europe & more.Off The Ball Breakfast w/ UPMC Ireland | #GetBackInAction Catch The Off The Ball Breakfast show LIVE weekday mornings from 7:30am or just search for Off The Ball Breakfast and get the podcast on the Off The Ball app.SUBSCRIBE at OffTheBall.com/joinOff The Ball Breakfast is live weekday mornings from 7:30am across Off The Ball
Ben Symes, Shane Keegan and Johnny Ward are here for LOI Late Night after yet another dramatic evening of League of Ireland football.LOI on OTB is with Rockshore 0.0
Harry Wood speaks to our own Cillian Horan ahead of Shelbourne's clash with Waterford on Friday night. Shels are currently in sixth position and need to win games to keep their European aspirations for next season alive.The League of Ireland on Off The Ball with Rockshore 0.0
We've got some making up to do after last week's phantom episode — and we're back with a bang. This week features fascinating audio with Joey O'Brien and Kevin Doherty. The Shels boss admits this season has fallen short of expectations as defending champions, while Doherty hits back at criticism over his side's style of play. Elsewhere, the lads break down a hectic few days across both divisions, from Sligo's revival to Galway's decline and Waterford's defensive woes. In the First Division, Dundalk face some harsh words after their shock defeat to Longford. Sponsored by QuinnAv.ie
Stevo is joined as usual by Vinny Perth and Gareth McGlynn for this week's LOI Pod, where they trade memories of the late Ollie Horgan, discuss Shels and Rovers' European runs, and much more! The League of Ireland Pod on Off The Ball with Rockshore 0.0
On Friday's Football Daily, Richie McCormack has all the news from the Conference League draw, with Shelbourne to face the FA Cup winners in Dublin. Richie also has the Europa League plans for Aston Villa, Nottingham Forest, Celtic and Rangers. The President, Michael D Higgins leads the tributes to Ollie Horgan. Two Republic of Ireland internationals are on the move today, and we hear from one of them as he lands in Southampton. And two ex-Manchester United managers join the dole queue in Istanbul.
Shane Hannon is joined by Keith Treacy and Arthur O'Dea for Friday's morning papers, on the morning after the night before, where Shamrock Rovers and Shelbourne created history by defeating Santa Clara and Linfield as two Irish sides reach the group stages of European Football for the very first time. Off The Ball Breakfast is brought to you by UPMC #GetBackInAction
Shane Hannon, Colm Boohig & Arthur O'Dea run through Friday morning's papers, including Shamrock Rovers & Shelbourne's results in Europe. Ex-Ireland international, Keith Treacy, then joins the lads to provide further reaction to last night's League of Ireland clubs in Europe.Off The Ball Breakfast w/ UPMC Ireland | #GetBackInAction Catch The Off The Ball Breakfast show LIVE weekday mornings from 7:30am or just search for Off The Ball Breakfast and get the podcast on the Off The Ball app.SUBSCRIBE at OffTheBall.com/joinOff The Ball Breakfast is live weekday mornings from 7:30am across Off The Ball
On Friday's Football Daily, David Wilson brings you a full preview of tonight's League of Ireland action plus our live commentary game between Bohemians and Cork City on Off The Ball and the GoLoud App from 7 o'clock, plus a momentous day for Irish clubs in Europe.Stephen Rice is Keith Andrews' man for set pieces at Brentford.Stephen Bradley on perhaps the greatest week of his life.Joey O'Brien knows there is 2 halves of football still left, plus a backing for Mipo Odubeko.Evan Caffrey loves the WWE, and Danny Mandroiu praises his team's effort.And what could have been for Robbie Keane at Inter?Become a member and subscribe at offtheball.com/join
Shane Hannon, Colm Boohig & Arthur O'Dea run through Friday morning's papers, including Shamrock Rovers & Shelbourne's results in Europe. Ex-Ireland international, Keith Treacy, then joins the lads to provide further reaction to last night's League of Ireland clubs in Europe.Off The Ball Breakfast w/ UPMC Ireland | #GetBackInAction Catch The Off The Ball Breakfast show LIVE weekday mornings from 7:30am or just search for Off The Ball Breakfast and get the podcast on the Off The Ball app.SUBSCRIBE at OffTheBall.com/joinOff The Ball Breakfast is live weekday mornings from 7:30am across Off The Ball
Nathan Murphy and Eoin Sheahan bring you all the evening's football headlines. With Alexander Isak pushing hard to secure a move to Liverpool, what sort of domino effect does that start with strikers? How many more massive moves will we see before the window slams shut?Also, the lads discuss Shelbourne and Shamrock Rovers' hopes of making it to the Conference League group stages, as they face Linfield and Santa Clara respectively.with thanks to William Hill
Tonight's Newsround is brought to you by Cameron Hill, Eoin Sheahan, and Nathan Murphy. Celtic look to put one foot in the group stage of the Champions League tonight, as they face Kairat Almaty tonight, while Shelbourne and Shamrock Rovers are out in Europe tomorrow evening.Alexander Isak's latest social media post has put Newcastle United under more pressure - will he still be a Magpies' player at the deadline?Brought to you by UPMC Ireland | #GetBackInAction
On Friday's Football Daily, Richie McCormack brings you reaction to a fine night for Irish sides in Europe, and how it effects their standing on TV. We hear from Rory Gaffney and Stephen Bradley after Shamrock Rovers' thrashing of Ballkani, with the latter not keen on talking about Jack Byrne, John Russell, John Coleman, Ger Nash and Greg Cunningham help us preview tonight's FAI Cup action. Nottingham Forest are splashing the cash ahead of the opening of the Premier League season. Eddie Howe addresses Alexander Isak's current standing at Newcastle. And Fabien Hurzeler is suddenly very confident about Manchester United target Carlos Baleba.
Shelbourne legend, Stuey Byrne, reacts to last night's heartbreak in Tolka Park alongside Ger Gilroy & Colm Boohig, as Rijeka knocked Shels out of the Europa League qualifiers.Off The Ball Breakfast w/ UPMC Ireland | #GetBackInAction Catch The Off The Ball Breakfast show LIVE weekday mornings from 7:30am or just search for Off The Ball Breakfast and get the podcast on the Off The Ball app.SUBSCRIBE at OffTheBall.com/joinOff The Ball Breakfast is live weekday mornings from 7:30am across Off The Ball
On Wednesday's Football Daily, Phil Egan brings you all the fallout from a disappointing European night at Tolka Park for Shelbourne, plus a fallout between Shamrock Rovers' pair Jack Byrne and Stephen Bradley.Joey O'Brien wants his side to take last night's hurt into next week's Euro clash.Robbie Keane's Champions League dream continues.There is a suspected fallout between Stephen Bradley and Jack Byrne.Marcus Rashford gives his two cents on the mess at Manchester United.And is Keith Andrews going to secure a big-money transfer for an Ipswich talent?Become a member and subscribe at offtheball.com/join
It's a two part show this week as Johnny and Dan kicks things off on location in Tolka Park, picking through the bones of a near miss for Shelbourne that sends them to the European last chance saloon. After the Shels wrap, we go back in time to Oliver Ireland for a catch-up with Conan Byrne that – amongst other things – touches on the pros and cons of punditry and coaching as he embraces a new football life. We also hear about his follow-up meeting with Patrick McEleney after THAT dive in Derry, a topical segue into a mailbag dominated by refereeing rage with a side of VAR that turned out to be a window into the very near future. Throw in another game of Bohs jersey watch, a bad Brandywell bet and an unexpected war on winking and it's another packed show with thanks to our never late and always great friends from Rascals Brewing, Collar & Cuff, Sport Cosanta and Future Ticketing. Hopefully this isn't a waste of your time..
On Tuesday's Football Daily, Phil Egan brings you all the latest ahead of a huge European night at Tolka Park for Shelbourne, plus what has Jeff Hendrick had to say on the move of a former teammate Jack Grealish?Joey O'Brien wants his side to go for it.Robbie Keane chases a place in the Champions League, League Phase.There is the launch of a new football segment on Off The Ball Breakfast.Alexander Isak says he is done with Newcastle United and Eddie Howe.Arrigo Sacchi questions Rasmus Hoijlund's intentions.And are Manchester United going to bring in even more players?Become a member and subscribe at offtheball.com/join
Reaction from Tolka Park where Jonathan Higgins speaks to Joey O'Brien and Kerr McInroy following Shelbourne's dramatic late loss to Rijeka. Shelbourne will now face the winner of Linfield vs Vikingur Gøta of the Faroe Islands in the Conference League 4th qualifying round. League of Ireland on Off The Ball with Rockshore 0.0.
The main crew are back, as Ger, Colm & Arthur run through Tuesday morning's papers, as the lads talk Shels v Rijeka, Andy Moran being appointed as Mayo manager & more.Off The Ball Breakfast w/ UPMC Ireland | #GetBackInAction Catch The Off The Ball Breakfast show LIVE weekday mornings from 7:30am or just search for Off The Ball Breakfast and get the podcast on the Off The Ball app.SUBSCRIBE at OffTheBall.com/joinOff The Ball Breakfast is live weekday mornings from 7:30am across Off The Ball
Shane Keegan and Johnny Ward join Cameron Hill once again to talk through the talking points from another week in League of Ireland land (the less we say about tonight's Premier Division games, the better).League of Ireland Late Night, in partnership with Rockshore 0.0 on Off The Ball, A League of Our Own. Get the facts, be drink aware, visit drinkaware.ie.
On Thursday's Football Daily, Phil Egan brings you all the latest as Shels record an historic night in Europe, Pats take on Besiktas, and Ole Gunnar Solskjaer speaks of the biggest job in Irish sport.Joey O'Brien knows that the Shels job isn't done yet.Stephen Kenny knows that Mason Melia needs to get to the next level.OGS spoke to the FAI about the Ireland job.Stephen Bradley is wary of Ballkani.And is Carlos Baleba on his way to Manchester United?Become a member and subscribe at offtheball.com/join
Former Shelbourne manager & player, Owen Heary, and ex-Pats & Rovers goalkeeper, Barry Murphy, react to Shelbourne's European victory in Croatia last night. While also previewing Shamrock Rovers & St. Pats' fixtures tonight against Ballkani & Besiktas respectively.Off The Ball Breakfast w/ UPMC Ireland | #GetBackInActionCatch The Off The Ball Breakfast show LIVE weekday mornings from 7:30am or just search for Off The Ball Breakfast and get the podcast on the Off The Ball app.SUBSCRIBE at OffTheBall.com/joinOff The Ball Breakfast is live weekday mornings from 7:30am across Off The Ball
On Wednesday's Football Daily, Phil Egan brings you all the latest as the striker transfer merry-go-round kicks into gear.Is Šeško about to choose the Amorim project over Howe's?Newcastle United to turn attention to Nicolas Jackson?Joey O'Brien feels that his Shels team are in a good place ahead of their Europa League clash in Croatia.Rangers bounce back in Europe after a sticky domestic start.And Jose Mourinho pays tribute to one of his former leaders.Become a member and subscribe at offtheball.com/join
Shelbourne FC's Colm Barron & John Moore join Eoin Sheahan and Nathan Murphy to discuss their new documentary, taking you inside the Shels academy system, how young players come through the academy, and what more is needed in the system.
Former Ireland international footballer, Keith Treacy, reacts to Shelbourne's 3-0 defeat at home to Qarabağ, in their second round Champions League qualifier first leg.Off The Ball Breakfast w/ UPMC Ireland | #GetBackInAction Catch The Off The Ball Breakfast show LIVE weekday mornings from 7:30am or just search for Off The Ball Breakfast and get the podcast on the Off The Ball app.SUBSCRIBE at OffTheBall.com/joinOff The Ball Breakfast is live weekday mornings from 7:30am across Off The Ball
Stephen Doyle is joined by Vinny Perth and Johnny Dunleavy, who put aside their fierce rivalry to talk through all things League of Ireland, including Shels' and St. Pat's European hopes, Cork City's relegation battle, the possibility of Ole Gunnar Solskjaer at Tolka Park and much more! The League of Ireland Pod on Off The Ball with Rockshore 0.0
A disappointed Shelbourne manager Joey O'Brien spoke to OTB's Nathan Murphy after their home leg defeat at home to Qarabag in the Champions League qualifiers.
On Thursday's Football Daily, Phil Egan is back to bring you all the fallout from Shelbourne's win over Linfield in their Champions League clash plus build-up to tonight's European action.Sean Gannon wants to represent the league on the international stage.David Healy rues the fine margins.Stephen Kenny wants Pats to attack from the start.Rovers to keep a keen eye on Belfast clash.Newcastle get done by Liverpool in the race for Ekitike.And are Manchester United about to solve their striker crisis by signing... Nicolas Jackson?Become a member and subscribe at offtheball.com/join
Ger Gilroy, Colm Boohig and Arthur James O'Dea were joined by Nathan Murphy to run through all the morning's sports news on Off The Ball Breakfast. First point of business this morning was the Lions team named to take on Australia this weekend in the first test of the series. Andy Farrell didn't make too many surprising decisions with his starting XV and bench, but the selection of Marcus Smith left Ger... perplexed. After that, Nathan Murphy joined us from Belfast where he was watching Shelbourne overcome Linfield in their first Champions League qualifier last night. And the lads queried why this game was not available for Irish football fans to watch last night! Finally, as the Open Championship got underway in Portrush this morning, Nathan brought us all the latest news before he made his way over to the course to cover the event this weekend. Off The Ball Breakfast w/ UPMC Ireland | #GetBackInAction Catch The Off The Ball Breakfast show LIVE weekday mornings from 7:30am or just search for Off The Ball Breakfast and get the podcast on the Off The Ball app.SUBSCRIBE at OffTheBall.com/joinOff The Ball Breakfast is live weekday mornings from 7:30am across Off The Ball
Shelbourne will go to Windsor Park with a 1-0 lead following the first leg of their UEFA Champions League qualifier at Tolka Park. After the game, Shels manager Joey O'Brien and his Linfield counterpart David Healy spoke to reporters - which included OTB's Stephen Doyle.
On Thursday's Football Daily, David Wilson brings you all the latest as Shelbourne beat Linfield 1-nil in the Champions League qualifiers.Healy hoping for more in Windsor.O'Brien happy with that start but more to do.Kenny looks for a European kick, to start their season.Ferguson looks for a move to Roma or Atalanta.Xabi Alonso humbled as Madrid spanked by PSG.Kudus is a Spurs man.And which Argentine legendary striker is back in management?Become a member and subscribe at offtheball.com/join
On Wednesday's Football Daily, David Wilson brings you all the latest as Shelbourne get ready to take on Linfield in the Champions League qualifiers.Healy says it isn't a derby clash.O'Brien looking to take the game to the Belfast side.Cliftonville draw in Gibraltar.Johnny Kenny wants to stay at Celtic, but does want guaranteed first team football.Cathal O'Sullivan delighted with Celtic tune-up.The UK finally get their football regulator.And details emerge on the Diogo Jota and Andre Silva crash.Become a member and subscribe at offtheball.com/join
Two players that were on the opposing sides of the last meeting between Shelbourne FC and Linfield, Stuey Byrne and Darren Murphy joined Eoin Sheahan to look back on that meeting in 2005, and ahead to tomorrow's European clash.The League of Ireland on Off The Ball with Rockshore 0.0.
On Monday's Football Daily, David Wilson brings you all the latest transfer news, plus quotes from Shelbourne's Joey O'Brien as they get ready to take on Linfield.Arsenal target Victor Gyokeres and Noni Madueke.Jhon Duran joins Mourinho's Fenerbahce.Is Mikey Johnston's move to Flamengo off before it even began?Palace set to add Sosa to their defence.Will Dominic Calvert-Lewin add to United's striking or injury department?Spain take on Ireland's future opponents Belgium at the EUROS.And is Davide Ancelotti ready to take on his first major coaching role?Become a member and subscribe at offtheball.com/join