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OTB League of Ireland Podcast

90 episodes - English - Latest episode: 9 months ago - ★★★★★ - 2 ratings

Interviews, reaction and coverage from the League of Ireland every Wednesday, brought to you by OTB Sports.

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Episodes

LOI Matchday with Buckley & Waru

August 03, 2023 19:20 - 13 minutes - 12.7 MB

Welcome to the latest edition of the LOI Matchday podcast. Off The Ball's magazine-style podcast covers all of the matches in both divisions of the SSE Airtricity League with exclusive interviews and previews of all the action. This week, host Stephen Doyle has been speaking to Cork City manager Liam Buckley about the search for a new permanent manager and fighting for Premier Divison survival. Finn Harps centre-back Scott Waru reveals which LOI pals he spoke to before signing for the Don...

LOI Matchday with Devine, Keddy & McGrath

July 27, 2023 19:20 - 17 minutes - 16.2 MB

Welcome to the latest edition of the LOI Matchday podcast. Off The Ball's magazine-style podcast covers all of the matches in both divisions of the SSE Airtricity League with exclusive interviews and previews of all the action. This week, host Stephen Doyle has been speaking to Bohemians manager Declan Devine about a big win against Shelbourne in the FAI Cup, Jonathan Afolabi and the potential shown by young midfielder James McManus and whether he's confident of a top three finish. Kerry ...

LOI Matchday EXTRA with Devine, Keddy & McGrath

July 27, 2023 19:10 - 43 minutes - 40.3 MB

This is a bonus LOI Matchday podcast on Off The Ball - which is released every Thursday ahead of all of the weekend action in the SSE Airtricity League. On the extra podcast, you can enjoy the full version of all three interviews. This week, host Stephen Doyle has been speaking to Bohemians manager Declan Devine about a big win against Shelbourne in the FAI Cup, Jonathan Afolabi and the potential shown by young midfielder James McManus and whether he's confident of a top three finish. Kerr...

LOI Matchday with Cullen, Cremin, Byrne & Galvin

July 20, 2023 19:15 - 18 minutes - 16.9 MB

Welcome to the latest edition of the LOI Matchday podcast. Off The Ball's magazine-style podcast covers all of the matches in both divisions of the SSE Airtricity League with exclusive interviews and previews of all the action. This week, host Stephen Doyle has been speaking to Cockhill Celtic boss about goalkeeper managers and the Seagulls landing in Buncrana. Kilbarrack United's new signing Dano Byrne on why he left League of Ireland football and the pressure on Finn Harps. Evan Galvin...

LOI Matchday EXTRA with Cullen, Cremin, Byrne & Galvin

July 20, 2023 19:10 - 50 minutes - 46 MB

This is a bonus LOI Matchday podcast on Off The Ball - which is released every Thursday ahead of all of the weekend action in the SSE Airtricity League. On the extra podcast, you can enjoy the full version of all four interviews. This week, host Stephen Doyle has been speaking to Cockhill Celtic boss about goalkeeper managers and the Seagulls landing in Buncrana. Kilbarrack United's new signing Dano Byrne on why he left League of Ireland football and the pressure on Finn Harps. Evan Galvi...

LOI Matchday EXTRA with Lafferty, Kirk & Kervick

July 13, 2023 19:15 - 40 minutes - 37.2 MB

This is a bonus LOI Matchday podcast on Off The Ball - which is released every Thursday ahead of all of the weekend action in the SSE Airtricity League. On the extra podcast, you can enjoy the full version of all three interviews. This week, host Stephen Doyle has been speaking to Sligo Rovers defender Danny Lafferty about playing for John Russell, switching positions, Cork City at home and celebrating in front of Block K! Bohemians full-back Paddy Kirk's been sipping coffee with former Ke...

LOI Matchday with Lafferty, Kirk & Kervick

July 13, 2023 19:15 - 16 minutes - 15.2 MB

Welcome to the latest edition of the LOI Matchday podcast. Off The Ball's magazine-style podcast covers all of the matches in both divisions of the SSE Airtricity League with exclusive interviews and previews of all the action. This week, host Stephen Doyle has been speaking to Sligo Rovers defender Danny Lafferty about playing for John Russell, switching positions, Cork City at home and celebrating in front of Block K! Bohemians full-back Paddy Kirk's been sipping coffee with former Kerr...

LOI Matchday with Adegboyega, Osam & Craven

July 06, 2023 19:15 - 16 minutes - 15.3 MB

Welcome to the latest edition of the LOI Matchday podcast. Off The Ball's magazine-style podcast covers all of the matches in both divisions of the SSE Airtricity League with exclusive interviews and previews of all the action. This week, host Stephen Doyle is joined by Drogheda United defender Emmanuel Adegboyega about defending on the ball and frustrating Shamrock Rovers. UCD defender Evan Osam on fighting relegation as they gear up to launch themselves at Shels. Bray Wanderers midfiel...

LOI Matchday EXTRA with Adegboyega, Osam & Craven

July 06, 2023 19:00 - 33 minutes - 30.6 MB

This is a bonus LOI Matchday podcast on Off The Ball - which is released every Thursday ahead of all of the weekend action in the SSE Airtricity League. On the extra podcast, you can enjoy the full version of all three interviews with host Stephen Doyle and Drogheda United centre-half Emmanuel Adegboyega, Evan Osam of UCD & Bray Wanderers midfielder Darren Craven.

LOI Matchday with Gaffney, Honohan & Idowu

June 29, 2023 22:59 - 17 minutes - 15.6 MB

Welcome to the latest edition of the LOI Matchday podcast. Off The Ball's magazine-style podcast covers all of the matches in both divisions of the SSE Airtricity League with exclusive interviews and previews of all the action. This week, host Stephen Doyle is joined by Shamrock Rovers centre-forward Rory Gaffney who isn't getting carried away despite the Hoops going seven points clear at the top of the table. Cork City centre-half Josh Honohan on the quiet confidence on Leeside that they...

LOI Matchday EXTRA with Gaffney, Honohan & Idowu

June 29, 2023 22:04 - 37 minutes - 34.7 MB

This is a bonus LOI Matchday podcast on Off The Ball - which is released every Thursday ahead of all of the weekend action in the SSE Airtricity League. On the extra podcast, you can enjoy the full version of all three interviews with host Stephen Doyle and Shamrock Rovers centre-forward Rory Gaffney, Cork City centre-half Josh Honohan & Waterford midfielder Roland Idowu

LOI Matchday with Kearns, Martin & George

June 22, 2023 19:00 - 19 minutes - 17.4 MB

Welcome to the latest edition of the LOI Matchday podcast. Off The Ball's magazine-style podcast covers all of the matches in both divisions of the SSE Airtricity League with exclusive interviews and previews of all the action. This week, host Stephen Doyle is joined by Shelbourne goalkeeper Conor Kearns who discusses the club's new owner and this Friday's derby against the Saints. Dundalk's John Martin talks about watching his clubmate frustrate James McClean on Lansdowne Road and the fe...

LOI Matchday EXTRA with Kearns, Martin & George

June 22, 2023 18:30 - 44 minutes - 41 MB

This is a bonus LOI Matchday podcast on Off The Ball - which is released every Thursday ahead of all of the weekend action in the SSE Airtricity League. On the extra podcast, you can enjoy the full version of all three interviews with host Stephen Doyle and Shelbourne goalkeeper Conor Kearns, Dundalk's John Martin and Treaty United forward Dean George.

LOI Matchday with Cronin & Holland

June 08, 2023 19:00 - 14 minutes - 13.4 MB

Welcome to the latest edition of the LOI Matchday podcast. Off The Ball's new magazine-style podcast covers all of the matches in both divisions of the SSE Airtricity League with exclusive interviews and previews of all the action. This week, host Stephen Doyle is joined by Bohemians assistant manager Gary Cronin who looks ahead to another trip to Derry City. Cobh Ramblers midfielder Dale Holland reveals which Olympian's inspired the squad to turn things around this season.

LOI Matchday EXTRA with Cronin & Holland

June 08, 2023 18:55 - 27 minutes - 25.1 MB

This is a bonus LOI Matchday podcast on Off The Ball - which is released every Thursday ahead of all of the weekend action in the SSE Airtricity League. On the extra podcast, you can enjoy the full version of both interviews with host Stephen Doyle speaking to Cobh Ramblers midfielder Dale Holland and Bohemians assistant manager Gary Cronin.

LOI Matchday with Connolly, Doyle & Kelliher

June 01, 2023 19:00 - 16 minutes - 15.5 MB

Welcome to the latest edition of the LOI Matchday podcast. Off The Ball's new magazine-style podcast covers all of the matches in both divisions of the SSE Airtricity League with exclusive interviews and previews of all the action. This week, host Stephen Doyle is joined by Mark Connolly who is looking to make his first appearance for Derry City since March. St Patrick's Athletic striker Eoin Doyle after a big win against Dundalk before a trip to the Bowl. Kerry sharpshooter Ryan Kellihe...

LOI Matchday EXTRA with Connolly, Doyle & Kelliher

June 01, 2023 19:00 - 28 minutes - 25.9 MB

This is a bonus LOI Matchday podcast on Off The Ball - which is released every Thursday ahead of all of the weekend action in the SSE Airtricity League. On the extra podcast, you can enjoy the full version of all four interviews with host Stephen Doyle speaking to Derry City defender Mark Connolly, St Patrick's Athletic forward Eoin Doyle and Kerry striker Ryan Kelliher.

LOI Matchday EXTRA with Doherty, Keaney, Ryan & McCormack

May 25, 2023 19:00 - 45 minutes - 42.1 MB

This is a bonus LOI Matchday podcast on Off The Ball - which is released every Thursday ahead of all of the weekend action in the SSE Airtricity League. On the extra podcast, you can enjoy the full version of all four interviews with host Stephen Doyle speaking to Drogheda United manager Kevin Doherty, UCD's Jack Keaney, Bray Wanderers boss Ian Ryan and Galway United skipper Conor McCormack.

LOI Matchday with Doherty, Keaney, Ryan & McCormack

May 25, 2023 18:00 - 25 minutes - 23.1 MB

Welcome to the latest edition of the LOI Matchday podcast. Off The Ball's new magazine-style podcast covers all of the matches in both divisions of the SSE Airtricity League with exclusive interviews and previews of all the action. This week, host Stephen Doyle is joined by Drogheda United manager Kevin Doherty after a big win at Shamrock Rovers. UCD midfielder Jack Keaney is expecting a physical battle and feels optimistic heading to Weavers Park. Bray Wanderers head coach Ian Ryan hope...

LOI Matchday EXTRA with Duff, Towell and Long

May 18, 2023 18:00 - 42 minutes - 39.4 MB

This is a bonus LOI Matchday podcast on Off The Ball - which is released every Thursday ahead of all of the weekend action in the SSE Airtricity League. On the extra podcast, you can enjoy the full versions of all three interviews with host Stephen Doyle speaking to Shamrock Rovers midfielder Richie Towell, Shelbourne manager Damien Duff and Waterford head coach Keith Long.

LOI Matchday with Duff, Towell and Long

May 18, 2023 18:00 - 23 minutes - 21.8 MB

Welcome to the latest edition of the LOI Matchday podcast. Off The Ball's new magazine-style podcast covers all of the matches in both divisions of the SSE Airtricity League with exclusive interviews and previews of all the action. This week, host Stephen Doyle is joined by Shamrock Rovers midfielder Richie Towell ahead of a home match against Drogheda United. Shelbourne manager Damien Duff talks tactics with St Patrick's Athletic on their way to Tolka Park. And Waterford head coach Keit...

LOI Matchday with Leahy, Henderson & Armshaw

May 11, 2023 19:00 - 21 minutes - 19.7 MB

This is the seventh edition of the LOI Matchday podcast. Off The Ball's new magazine-style podcast covers all of the matches in both divisions of the SSE Airtricity League with exclusive interviews and previews of all the action. This week, host Stephen Doyle is joined by Dundalk defender Darragh Leahy, as well as Longford Town manager Stephen Henderson and Treaty United midfielder ahead of the meeting of those two clubs in the First Division this weekend.

LOI Matchday EXTRA with Leahy, Henderson and Armshaw

May 11, 2023 19:00 - 34 minutes - 31.3 MB

This is a bonus LOI Matchday podcast on Off The Ball. You can enjoy the full versions of all three interviews with host Stephen Doyle speaking to Dundalk defender Darragh Leahy, as well as Longford Town manager Stephen Henderson and Treaty United midfielder ahead of the meeting of those two clubs in the First Division this weekend.

LOI Matchday EXTRA with Russell, McDonnell, Steacy & Rogers

April 27, 2023 20:00 - 34 minutes - 31.3 MB

This is a bonus LOI Matchday podcast. You can enjoy the full versions of all three interviews with host Stephen Doyle speaking to Sligo Rovers manager John Russell, Bohemians midfielder Adam McDonnell and Cobh Ramblers goalkeeper Lee Steacy.

LOI Matchday with Russell, McDonnell, Steacy & Rogers

April 27, 2023 20:00 - 22 minutes - 20.7 MB

This is the sixth edition of LOI Matchday. Off The Ball's new magazine-style podcast covers all of the results and fixtures in both divisions of the SSE Airtricity League. This week, host Stephen Doyle is joined by Sligo Rovers manager John Russell, Bohemians midfielder Adam McDonnell, Cobh Ramblers goalkeeper Lee Steacy and Finn Harps boss Dave Rogers

LOI Matchday with Higgins, Dennehy, McClelland & Piper

April 20, 2023 21:00 - 19 minutes - 17.7 MB

This is the fifth edition of LOI Matchday. Off The Ball's new magazine-style podcast covers all of the results and fixtures in both divisions of the SSE Airtricity League. This week, host Stephen Doyle is joined by Derry City manager Ruaidhri Higgins and Kerry FC boss Billy Dennehy. Stephen also speaks to St Patrick's Athletic winger Jay McClelland and Wexford midfielder from New Zealand, Corban Piper.

LOI Matchday with Caulfield, Keeley & Murphy

April 13, 2023 19:30 - 23 minutes - 21.4 MB

This is the fourth edition of LOI Matchday. Off The Ball's new magazine-style podcast covers all of the results and fixtures in both divisions of the SSE Airtricity League. This week, host Stephen Doyle is joined by Galway United manager John Caulfield, Drogheda United defender Conor Keeley and Bray Wanderers full back Max Murphy for a look ahead to this weekend's action.

LOI Matchday with Bradley, Byrne, Buckley & Gilchrist

April 06, 2023 18:30 - 16 minutes - 15.1 MB

This is the third edition of LOI Matchday. Off The Ball's new magazine-style podcast covers all of the results and fixtures in both divisions of the SSE Airtricity League. This week, host Stephen Doyle is joined by Shamrock Rovers boss Stephen Bradley, Hoops midfielder Jack Byrne, and you'll also hear from Bohemians captain Keith Buckley and Cork City defender Ally Gilchrist for a look ahead to this weekend's action.

LOI Matchday with O'Donnell, Smith, Barrett & Brady

March 30, 2023 20:30 - 16 minutes - 15.2 MB

This is the second edition of LOI Matchday. Off The Ball's new magazine-style podcast covers all of the results and fixtures in both divisions of the SSE Airtricity League. This week host Stephen Doyle is joined by Dundalk boss Stephen O'Donnell, Shelbourne winger Matty Smith, Treaty United boss Tommy Barrett and Longford Town goalkeeper Jack Brady for a look ahead to this weekend's action.

LOI Matchday with Devine, Keegan, Mata & Hiemer

March 16, 2023 15:30 - 17 minutes - 16.4 MB

Welcome to the first edition of LOI Matchday. Off The Ball's new magazine-style podcast covering all of the results and fixtures in both divisions of the SSE Airtricity League. Host Stephen Doyle is joined by Bohemians manager Declan Devine, Cobh Ramblers boss Shane Keegan, Sligo Rovers striker Max Mata and Finn Harps goalkeeper Tim Hiemer for a look ahead to this weekend's action.

LEAGUE OF IRELAND LATE NIGHT: Dundalk Cut The Gap On Shamrock Rovers | Galway Top Of First Division

June 18, 2022 10:30 - 56 minutes - 51.6 MB

Shane Keegan and Johnny Ward spoke to fans from clubs across the Premier and First Divisions on the latest edition of League of Ireland Late Night. Have your say every at 10pm every Friday throughout the season on OTB's twitter spaces.

League of Ireland Late Night: Shamrock Rovers Move Four Points Clear | Dundalk Up To Third

May 14, 2022 09:50 - 1 hour - 59.1 MB

Nathan Murphy, Johnny Ward and Shane Keegan were joined by fans from across the Premier and First Divisions, who gave their views on the latest round of games in the League of Ireland. League of Ireland is live and looking for you to join the conversation every Friday during the season at 10pm on Off The Ball's Twitter Spaces.

League of Ireland Late Night: Derry Drop Points | Bradley Staying At Shamrock Rovers

May 07, 2022 11:10 - 1 hour - 71.2 MB

Nathan Murphy, Shane Keegan, and Johnny Ward were joined by fans from across the League of Ireland Premier and First Divisions on the latest edition of League of Ireland Late Night. League of Ireland Late Night is live on Off The Ball's Twitter account from 10pm every Friday during the season.

League Of Ireland Late Night: Shamrock Rovers Win At Bohs | Derry Stay At The Summit

April 23, 2022 09:30 - 1 hour - 67.2 MB

Shane Keegan and Johnny Ward were joined by supporters from across the League of Ireland to discuss Friday's games on League of Ireland Late Night on Twitter Spaces on the Off The Ball twitter account.

League Of Ireland Late Night: Rovers fall to second defeat in four games | Duff's Shels lose to Derry

March 05, 2022 12:33 - 1 hour - 68.4 MB

On Episode Four of League of Ireland Late Night, Nathan Murphy, Johnny Ward, and Shane Keegan were joined by fans across the leagues to look back on Friday night's games. Have your say on League of Ireland Late Night, every Friday at 10pm on Twitter Spaces. We'll be live on the Off The Ball Twitter account

The 1895 Podcast with Jack Moylan

February 23, 2022 16:01 - 22 minutes - 20.7 MB

Shelbourne midfielder Jack Moylan looks ahead to this Friday night's crucial clash in Drogheda and reflects on a bittersweet night in Tolka Park last week. Darren and Gav also discuss new investment and a busy week in the Shels news cycle.

League Of Ireland Late Night: Episode One | Pat's Spoil Shels' Return | Rovers Up And Running

February 19, 2022 10:34 - 1 hour - 71.8 MB

Shane Keegan, Johnny Ward and Nathan Murphy were joined by fans from across the Premier and First Divisions on League of Ireland Late Night on the opening night of the new season.

Vinny Perth: Rovers missing Euro pedigree | Duff's Shells | Derry threat | LOI preview

February 18, 2022 12:19 - 26 minutes - 24.7 MB

Former Dundalk boss Vinny Perth looks ahead to the kickoff of the new League of Ireland season. #OTBAM with Gillette | #BestFaceForward

The 1895 Podcast with Pearl Slattery

February 03, 2022 18:53 - 26 minutes - 24.3 MB

Darren and Gav reflect on the four opening games of Damien Duff's tenure in pre-season while Shels Captain Pearl Slattery joins the pod for her first feature interview after the Club's WNL title win in 2021.

The 1895 Podcast with Shelbourne Captain Luke Byrne

January 19, 2022 16:51 - 44 minutes - 20.3 MB

The first edition of The 1895 Podcast for 2022 features an exclusive interview with Shelbourne FC captain for our SSE Airtricity league Premier Division team Luke Byrne. Host Darren Cleary and Shels' Head of Media Gavin White also reflect on a busy off-season with new arrivals into Damien Duff's set up.

OTB LOI Podcast Ep 39 - FAI Cup Final & Relegation / Promotion Play-Off Special

October 31, 2019 18:42 - 28 minutes - 26.5 MB

The FAI Cup finals take centre stage at The Aviva Stadium this Sunday. Jamie Moore was there on Wednesday to preview the women's final between Wexford Youths and Peamount and spoke to manager's Tom Elmes and James O'Callaghan. Shamrock Rovers face Dundalk in the men's final also. Rovers' Head Coach Stephen Bradley and Dundalk boss Vinny Perth also joined Jamie for a chat. We also looked ahead to the second leg of the relegation / promotion play-off between Finn Harps and Drogheda United wi...

Lyons, Clancy & O'Reilly Preview Drogheda Vs Finn Harps Play-Off

October 27, 2019 11:32 - 18 minutes - 16.9 MB

First Division Drogheda United face Premier Division Finn Harps in the promotion/relegation play-off on Monday and Friday next week. The winners will be playing Premier Division football in 2020! Jamie Moore spoke to Drogheda's Chris Lyons and Manager Tim Clancy after they hammered Cabinteely on Friday, while Harps' defender Daniel O'Reilly was on the phone ahead of the game

"My Name Is In The Hat" - Daire Doyle On Search For New Longford Town Manager

October 20, 2019 11:44 - 13 minutes - 12.6 MB

Assistant Manager Daire Doyle took over as Longford Town Manager when Neale Fenn moved to Cork City in the summer. The Town were knocked out of the 1st Division promotion play-offs by Cabinteely on penalties last weekend. The club advertised the first team manager position and Doyle is one of many people who applied. He joined Jamie on the line for a chat.

"It Was An Emotional Night" - Ref Paul Tuite On His Final Ever League Of Ireland Game

October 20, 2019 11:38 - 29 minutes - 27.4 MB

Paul Tuite joined the League of Ireland refereeing panel in 1998, over 20 years ago. On Saturday, he took charge of his final ever game in the league. Paul is also a Sargent Major in the Air Corp and a massive Ireland football fan. He joined Jamie for a chat.

OTB LOI Podcast Ep 38 - Bohs In Europe, O'Donnell, Tuite, Doyle & Dawson

October 20, 2019 11:22 - 1 hour - 57.4 MB

Jamie Moore was back in the hotseat with an early edition of our LOI Podcast. We heard from Bohemians Manager Keith Long and Captain Derek Pender plus St Pat's Head Coach Stephen O'Donnell. Referee Paul Tuite reflected on a 22 year career that came to a close on Saturday night. Paul is also a Sargent Major in the Air Corp and a massive Ireland fan. Daire Doyle told us why he wants to Longford Town manager's job on a full time basis while Brendan Dawson was on the phone after winning his ba...

OTB LOI Podcast Ep 37 - Hoban, Scales, McGuinness & McNally

October 17, 2019 16:50 - 57 minutes - 52.4 MB

Jamie Moore was joined by Dundalk striker Patrick Hoban after he signed a new two year contract with the club. UCD defender and Ireland U21 international Liam Scales reflected on his competitive debut in front of a sold out crowd in Tallaght. While Jamie also looked ahead to the First Division promotion series game between Cabinteely and Drogheda with Stephen McGuinness and Luke McNally.

Drogheda's Luke McNally On Play Off Promotion Hunt

October 13, 2019 14:15 - 12 minutes - 11.5 MB

20 year old Luke McNally has been one of Drogheda United's top performers this season. On loan from St Pat's, he is combining football with a degree in Maynooth and a part time job. He is hoping to help Drogheda to promotion back to the Premier Division and joined Jamie Moore for a chat.

Cabinteely 'Keeper Stephen McGuinness On Peno Shootout Heroics

October 13, 2019 13:44 - 13 minutes - 12.6 MB

Stephen McGuinness saved three penalties as Cabinteely beat Longford Town in the first round of the relegation / promotion series. They'll face his old club Drogheda United next with the winners of that tie playing Finn Harps with a place in next season's Premier Division on the line. Stephen joined Jamie for a chat

OTB LOI Podcast Ep 36 - Pauw, Campbell, Doherty, Maguire & Lopes

October 09, 2019 18:49 - 45 minutes - 41.7 MB

Jamie Moore had all the reaction from Tallaght Stadium as a record crowd watched Ireland beat Ukraine. Vera Pauw, Megan Campbell and Off The Bench presenter Cliona Foley had a chat. Ex LOI lads Matt Doherty and Sean Maguire helped us look ahead to two huge Euro 2020 qualifiers for the boys in green. Shamrock Rovers man Robertop Lopes told Jamie about his call up to the Cape Verde for the first time. And we heard about plans to vote on whatever changes the clubs want to the LOI.

"Players Are Thinking A Lot More About Their Future" - 3rd Level Football's Mark Scanlon

October 03, 2019 09:56 - 8 minutes - 7.71 MB

Mark Scanlon launched the new Third Level Football season at FAI HQ last week. Over 150 mens and womens players from the League of Ireland also played in the colleges and universities league. Mark sat down with our Jamie Moore to tell him all about it