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Episodes

Radical restructuring of women's football in England | Tom Garry

November 29, 2023 11:24 - 18 minutes - 12.4 MB

The Telegraph's women's football correspondent Tom Garry joined Off the Ball Breakfast to explain what the creation of a new company, run by WSL clubs, to take over the league from the FA means for football in England. Catch Off the Ball's sports 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 or wherever you listen to yours. SUBSCRIBE and FOLLOW the Off the Ball Breakfast podcast.

Football Daily: Champions League action tonight, Wolves boss done with VAR, Megan Connolly on improvements from World Cup

November 28, 2023 13:35 - 7 minutes - 6.52 MB

Welcome to Tuesday's Football Daily - Phil Egan runs you through all you need to know from world football. Subscribe to the OTB Football podcast feed to hear the best football analysis, interviews and stories from Off The Ball.

The COYGIG Pod Ep. 98 | Eileen Gleeson's young guns, Beth Mead is on fire, Spurs go all... Spursy

November 28, 2023 10:36 - 41 minutes - 28.7 MB

It’s the eve of an international week but there is still plenty of Women’s Super League action for Kathleen McNamee and Karen Duggan to sink their teeth into. From Beth Mead back in scoring form to that Tottenham statement, they review the weekend’s games and look ahead to what is possibly Eileen Gleeson’s final two games in charge. Got a question for the pod? Email [email protected]. The COYGIG Pod on Off The Ball is in association with Cadbury, the official snack partner to the...

Caitlin Hayes & Megan Connolly: Ireland gear up for Nations League finale

November 28, 2023 06:00 - 17 minutes - 16.2 MB

Aisling O'Reilly spoke to Ireland WNT players Caitlin Hayes & Megan Connolly as the Girls in Green round off their successful Nations League B campaign with the visit of Hungary on Friday, before Tuesday's game away to Northern Ireland. Football on Off The Ball with William Hill.

Football Daily: Garnacho steals the show at Goodison, Villa up to fourth in Premier League, Ireland squad build up to Nations League double header

November 27, 2023 14:14 - 8 minutes - 7.33 MB

Welcome to Monday's Football Daily - Phil Egan runs you through all you need to know from world football. Subscribe to the OTB Football podcast feed to hear the best football analysis, interviews and stories from Off The Ball.

Football Daily: FAI confirm Kenny's departure, Ellen Dolan called up to Ireland squad, Wales drawn against Finland in Euro playoffs

November 23, 2023 13:03 - 6 minutes - 5.79 MB

Welcome to Thursday's Football Daily - Phil Egan runs you through all you need to know from world football. Subscribe to the OTB Football podcast feed to hear the best football analysis, interviews and stories from Off The Ball.

Football Daily: Kenny's time in charge draws to a close, Ireland U21s denied win against Italy, Argentina beat rivals Brazil

November 22, 2023 13:59 - 9 minutes - 8.29 MB

Welcome to Wednesday's Football Daily - Phil Egan runs you through all you need to know from world football. Subscribe to the OTB Football podcast feed to hear the best football analysis, interviews and stories from Off The Ball.

Athlone manager Ciarán Kilduff: 'They get very little out of it, besides days like Sunday'

November 22, 2023 08:30 - 22 minutes - 20.4 MB

Athlone Town manager Ciarán Kilduff joined Off The Ball Breakfast after his side beat Shelbourne on penalties to claim the 2023 Women's FAI Cup, explaining the extent of the underinvestment in the women's game in Ireland. Catch Off the Ball's sports 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 or wherever you listen to yours. SUBSCRIBE and FOLLOW the Off the Ball Breakfast podcast.

Laurie Ryan: Leading Athlone Town to FAI Cup | Struggles with concussion

November 21, 2023 18:00 - 23 minutes - 21.4 MB

Athlone Town skipper and Clare footballer Laurie Ryan joined Joe Molloy to reflect on Athlone's penalty shootout victory vs Shelbourne in last weekend's FAI Cup final. Off the Ball Football with William Hill Ireland.

Football Daily: Kenny set to take charge for final time, last night of Euro 2024 qualifiers, Kavanagh completes move to Pats

November 21, 2023 13:30 - 6 minutes - 6.16 MB

Welcome to Tuesday's Football Daily - Phil Egan runs you through all you need to know from world football. Subscribe to the OTB Football podcast feed to hear the best football analysis, interviews and stories from Off The Ball.

The COYGIG Pod Ep. 97 | Athlone are Cup Champions, the FAI's funding & the Manchester Derby is staying with The City!

November 21, 2023 06:30 - 42 minutes - 39.1 MB

The Kat(hleen) is away, so the co-hosts will play... That's right, Karen is back in charge this week and she's got a pair of Emmas to keep her company too! Got a question for the pod? Email [email protected]! The COYGIG Pod on Off The Ball is in association with Cadbury, the official snack partner to the Republic of Ireland’s Women’s National Team. #CadburySupporterAndAHalf | @CadburyIreland

Football Daily: Collins ruled of New Zealand game, Athlone Town lift Women's FAI Cup, Euro 2024 qualifiers

November 20, 2023 13:55 - 9 minutes - 8.34 MB

Welcome to Monday's Football Daily - Phil Egan runs you through all you need to know from world football. Subscribe to the OTB Football podcast feed to hear the best football analysis, interviews and stories from Off The Ball.

Football Daily: Everton deducted 10 points, Ireland squad in Amsterdam for qualifier, defeats for Argentina and Brazil

November 17, 2023 13:42 - 8 minutes - 7.43 MB

Welcome to Friday's Football Daily - Phil Egan runs you through all you need to know from world football. Subscribe to the OTB Football podcast feed to hear the best football analysis, interviews and stories from Off The Ball.

Jenny Claffey: The Underdogs series | Pathways for Irish tennis players

November 17, 2023 10:30 - 27 minutes - 24.8 MB

​​Jenny Claffey joined the OTB Breakfast gang in studio to bring us up to date on her activities in the newest 'Underdogs' series. Catch Off the Ball's sports 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 or wherever you listen to yours. SUBSCRIBE and FOLLOW the Off the Ball Breakfast podcast.

Linda Gorman: Exhibition on history of Women’s Football in Ireland

November 17, 2023 09:35 - 15 minutes - 13.8 MB

Ireland football legend Linda Gorman dropped into the OTB studio to discuss the 'Exhibition on history of Women’s Football in Ireland' which is set to open its doors in Louth County Museum tomorrow. Catch Off the Ball's sports 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 or wherever you listen to yours. SUBSCRIBE and FOLLOW the Off the Ball Breakfast podcast.

Growing women's football in Ireland | "We need to strike while the iron is hot”

November 16, 2023 22:00 - 22 minutes - 20.6 MB

Peamount United's Karen Duggan and Sligo Rovers' Eimear Lafferty joined Nathan Murphy on The Football Show to discuss the current state of domestic women's football in Ireland, and how interest in the national team could be harnessed into growing the league. Off The Ball Football with William Hill.

Football Daily: Ebosele on the up since move to Italy, Shels aim to send King out on a high, tonight's Euro 2024 qualifying action

November 16, 2023 13:45 - 7 minutes - 6.85 MB

Welcome to Thursday's Football Daily - Phil Egan runs you through all you need to know from world football. Subscribe to the OTB Football podcast feed to hear the best football analysis, interviews and stories from Off The Ball.

Shelbourne-Athlone Town rivalry ready to go again at Cup final | Pearl Slattery & Kellie Brennan

November 16, 2023 08:40 - 19 minutes - 17.5 MB

Shelbourne and Athlone Town will meet for the fifth time this year on Sunday at the FAI Cup final and Pearl Slattery and Kellie Brennan joined Off the Ball Breakfast to set the scene. Catch Off the Ball's sports 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 or wherever you listen to yours. SUBSCRIBE and FOLLOW the Off the Ball Breakfast podcast.

Football Daily: Kenny urges players to make their mark in Amsterdam, United CEO Arnold to leave club, Hayes confirmed as USA boss

November 15, 2023 13:28 - 9 minutes - 8.88 MB

Welcome to Wednesday's Football Daily - Phil Egan runs you through all you need to know from world football. Subscribe to the OTB Football podcast feed to hear the best football analysis, interviews and stories from Off The Ball.

The COYGIG Pod Ep. 96 | Congrats for Captain Karen, Brighton's big scoop & do Arsenal have a starting XI?

November 14, 2023 09:54 - 47 minutes - 43.4 MB

Our WNL-winning Captain Karen has taken a well-earned week off, so for once Kathleen and Emma Byrne will be nice about her after Peamount were officially crowned LOI winners at the weekend! We also have the TOTW with Emma Carroll and our usual pick through all the weekend's fixtures, as well as a big weekend for Ireland's Sinéad Farrelly with Gotham FC in the NWSL! Got a question for the pod? Email [email protected]! The COYGIG Pod on Off The Ball is in association with Cadbury, ...

Football Daily: St Pats win FAI Cup in front of record crowd, Ferguson an injury doubt for Ireland, Chelsea and City share 8 goals

November 13, 2023 13:49 - 8 minutes - 8.01 MB

Welcome to Monday's Football Daily - Phil Egan runs you through all you need to know from world football. Subscribe to the OTB Football podcast feed to hear the best football analysis, interviews and stories from Off The Ball.

Sinead Farrelly's league success | Arsenal march on after slight stumble | Rachel O'Sullivan

November 13, 2023 11:05 - 14 minutes - 9.89 MB

Rachel O'Sullivan from Girls on the Ball joined Ger Gilroy, Eoin Sheahan and Kathleen McNamee to discuss Sinead Farrelly winning the NWSL in the US over the weekend and all the WSL action.  Catch Off the Ball's sports 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 or wherever you listen to yours. SUBSCRIBE and FOLLOW the Off the Ball Breakfast podcast.

Football Daily: Kenny names Ireland squad, United beaten again in Champions League, more European action tonight

November 09, 2023 14:14 - 7 minutes - 6.81 MB

Welcome to Thursday's Football Daily - Phil Egan runs you through all you need to know from world football. Subscribe to the OTB Football podcast feed to hear the best football analysis, interviews and stories from Off The Ball.

'Written-off' Peamount claim Premier Division title | James O'Callaghan

November 09, 2023 08:45 - 15 minutes - 13.9 MB

Peamount United manager James O'Callaghan joined Off The Ball Breakfast as the South Dublin club celebrate their fourth Women's Premier Division title. Catch Off the Ball's sports 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 or wherever you listen to yours. SUBSCRIBE and FOLLOW the Off the Ball Breakfast podcast.

Football Daily: City into last 16 of Champions League, United and Arsenal in action tonight, racism case involving Ireland U-21 player closed

November 08, 2023 13:13 - 7 minutes - 7.1 MB

Welcome to Wednesday's Football Daily - Phil Egan runs you through all you need to know from world football. Subscribe to the OTB Football podcast feed to hear the best football analysis, interviews and stories from Off The Ball.

Football Daily: Chelsea hand Spurs first league defeat, Arteta says it's his "duty" to defend Arsenal, Champions League returns tonight

November 07, 2023 13:29 - 7 minutes - 6.85 MB

Welcome to Tuesday's Football Daily - Phil Egan runs you through all you need to know from world football. Subscribe to the OTB Football podcast feed to hear the best football analysis, interviews and stories from Off The Ball.

The COYGIG Pod Ep. 95 | Emma Hayes shock, Brosnan superb, lucky United

November 07, 2023 06:00 - 42 minutes - 19.7 MB

Emma Hayes shocks WSL fans with the news she'll depart Chelsea at the end of the season. Carla Ward under pressure at struggling Villa. Katie McCabe's, Arsenal get big win over rivals Manchester City. Join Kathleen McNamee, Karen Duggan and Emma Byrne as they react to the weekend's WSL action, while Emma Carroll brings you the team of the week. Got a question for the pod? Email [email protected]! The COYGIG Pod on Off The Ball is in association with Cadbury, the official snack p...

Football Daily: Diaz earns a point for Liverpool, Spurs look to reclaim top spot, McCabe makes 200th appearance for Arsenal

November 06, 2023 13:44 - 9 minutes - 8.36 MB

Welcome to Monday's Football Daily - Phil Egan runs you through all you need to know from world football. Subscribe to the OTB Football podcast feed to hear the best football analysis, interviews and stories from Off The Ball.

Emma Hayes departs Chelsea, McCabe playing her best football | Rachel O'Sullivan

November 06, 2023 10:26 - 13 minutes - 9.55 MB

Football journalist Rachel O'Sullivan talks all things WSL with Ger, Eoin & Kathleen as McCabe shines again and Emma Hayes leaves her post at Chelsea. Catch Off the Ball's sports 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 or wherever you listen to yours. SUBSCRIBE and FOLLOW the Off the Ball Breakfast podcast.

Ireland moving up in the Nations League | WSL returns | Rachel O'Sullivan

November 02, 2023 18:30 - 16 minutes - 15.1 MB

Rachel O’Sullivan from Girls On The Ball joined Richie McCormack on The Football Show ahead of the return of the Women's Super League this weekend, and Ireland's promotion to Group A in the Nations' League. Off The Ball Football with William Hill.

The COYGIG Pod Ep. 94 | 'Superstars' Katie & Denise | Ireland promoted

November 02, 2023 13:55 - 26 minutes - 12.2 MB

Ireland are promoted to League A of the Nations League after a wet night in Albania. Katie McCabe and Denise O'Sullivan are superstars and  how much will City miss Alex Greenwood? Join Kathleen McNamee and Karen Duggan as they react to the latest international window. Got a question for the pod or want to nominate a 'Supporter And a Half' that you know? Email [email protected]! The COYGIG Pod on Off The Ball is in association with Cadbury, the official snack partner to the Repub...

Joining TG4's 'The Underdogs' | Where competitive motivation comes from | Jenny Claffey

November 02, 2023 10:00 - 18 minutes - 16.8 MB

Jack of all trades Jenny Claffey was on Off the Ball Breakfast about her newest venture: starring in TG4's new season of The Underdogs. Catch Off the Ball's sports 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 or wherever you listen to yours. SUBSCRIBE and FOLLOW the Off the Ball Breakfast podcast.

Football Daily: Ireland beat Albania, Rodgers looking for Celtic response, Carabao Cup action tonight

November 01, 2023 12:37 - 5 minutes - 5.13 MB

Welcome to Wednesday's Football Daily - Cathal Mullaney runs you through all you need to know from world football. Subscribe to the OTB Football podcast feed to hear the best football analysis, interviews and stories from Off The Ball.

Football Daily: Ireland on cusp of Nations League Group A, Messi & Bonmati win Ballon d'Or

October 31, 2023 13:00 - 7 minutes - 7 MB

Welcome to Tuesday's Football Daily - Cameron Hill runs you through all you need to know from world football... Subscribe to the 'OTB Football' podcast feed to hear the best football analysis, interviews, and stories from Off The Ball.

Captain McCabe leading from the front, Ireland seeking promotion | Méabh De Búrca

October 31, 2023 09:30 - 11 minutes - 10.3 MB

Ex-Ireland international Meabh de Burca recaps Ireland's win over Albania in Tallaght while looking ahead to the second matchup in Albania. Catch Off the Ball's sports 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 or wherever you listen to yours. SUBSCRIBE and FOLLOW the Off the Ball Breakfast podcast.

Ireland 5-1 Albania | Eileen Gleeson & Diane Caldwell

October 28, 2023 12:50 - 9 minutes - 8.86 MB

Irish interim manager Eileen Gleeson and legendary player Diane Caldwell speak to the media following Ireland's comfortable win vs Albania. OTB Football with William Hill.

Football Daily: Ireland play Albania, Shamrock Rovers' chance to win the title, Spurs take on Crystal Palace

October 27, 2023 12:20 - 6 minutes - 6.28 MB

Welcome to Friday's Football Daily - Cathal Mullaney runs you through all you need to know from world football...Subscribe to the 'OTB Football' podcast feed to hear the best football analysis, interviews and stories from Off The Ball.

Ireland kick off Albania double-header, manager possibilities dominates conversation | Rachel O'Sullivan

October 27, 2023 09:57 - 20 minutes - 14 MB

Rachel O'Sullivan from Girls On The Ball & our own Kathleen McNamee join Off The Ball Breakfast as Ireland gear up for back-to-back Nations League games with Albania, starting this evening in Tallaght. Catch Off the Ball's sports 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 or wherever you listen to yours.  SUBSCRIBE and FOLLOW the Off the Ball Breakfast podcast.

Diane Caldwell's 100th cap for her country | Continuing to grow support through attacking football

October 27, 2023 05:00 - 17 minutes - 16.1 MB

Republic of Ireland interim manager Eileen Gleeson and midfielder Denise O'Sullivan addressed the media a day out from facing Albania in Tallaght on Friday night. Off The Ball Football with William Hill.

Kathleen's Ireland starting XI to face Albania | The need to face tough opposition

October 25, 2023 10:53 - 20 minutes - 14.1 MB

Kathleen joins Off The Ball Breakfast this morning to look ahead to Ireland's Nations League double-header with Albania, with a meeting in Tallaght this Friday. Catch Off the Ball's sports 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 or wherever you listen to yours. SUBSCRIBE and FOLLOW the Off the Ball Breakfast podcast.

The COYGIG Pod Ep.93 | "Bangers" McCabe, the Albania double-header & WSL with Ameé Ruszkai!

October 24, 2023 05:30 - 40 minutes - 37.1 MB

With Emma Byrne back in Ireland camp & Karen too good for us now she's a WNL-winning captain, we've gathered the services of Goal.com's Ameé Ruszkai to break down a very intriguing weekend of WSL action! As usual, we also have the TOTW with Emma Carroll and a check-in on the first day of Ireland camp ahead of the double-header with Albania. VOTE for The COYGIG Pod as the Listener's Choice at this year's Irish Podcast Awards - https://www.theirishpodcastawards.ie/voting The COYGIG Pod on Of...

Football Daily: Campbell and Farrelly back in Ireland squad, McClean urges government to back LOI, Euro qualifier round-up

October 18, 2023 12:38 - 8 minutes - 7.61 MB

Welcome to Wednesday's Football Daily - Phil Egan runs you through all you need to know from world football... Subscribe to the 'OTB Football' podcast feed to hear the best Football analysis, interviews and stories from Off The Ball.

Canadian takeover brings fresh hope for Treaty United | Ciara McCormack

October 18, 2023 10:07 - 15 minutes - 10.4 MB

New Treaty United CEO and co-owner Ciara McCormack was on Off the Ball Breakfast to discuss her new venture and what her hopes are for the club. Catch Off the Ball's sports 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 or wherever you listen to yours. SUBSCRIBE and FOLLOW the Off the Ball Breakfast podcast.

Football Daily: Reaction from Ireland's win over Gibraltar, Belgium and Sweden match abandoned at half-time, Euro 2024 qualifying action tonight

October 17, 2023 12:55 - 8 minutes - 7.91 MB

Welcome to Tuesday's Football Daily - Phil Egan runs you through all you need to know from world football... Subscribe to the 'OTB Football' podcast feed to hear the best Football analysis, interviews and stories from Off The Ball.

The COYGIG Pod Ep.92 | Our WNL winner! | Begrudging Irish performances & will keepers be the winning of the WSL already?

October 17, 2023 05:30 - 43 minutes - 39.8 MB

Captain Karen has finally done it!! We have a WNL champion in our ranks!!! She is truly gracing the pod with her presence, alongside Kathleen McNamee & Emma Byrne as ever! We also have a Team of the Week with Emma Carroll and a full breakdown of all the weekend's WSL action. VOTE for The COYGIG Pod as the Listener's Choice at this year's Irish Podcast Awards - https://www.theirishpodcastawards.ie/voting The COYGIG Pod on Off The Ball is in association with Cadbury, the official snack partn...

Football Daily: Gibraltar v Ireland preview, Scots qualify for Euros, McCabe on target for the Gunners

October 16, 2023 12:35 - 8 minutes - 7.67 MB

Welcome to Monday's Football Daily - Phil Egan runs you through all you need to know from world football... Subscribe to the 'OTB Football' podcast feed to hear the best Football analysis, interviews and stories from Off The Ball.

Stephen Kenny & Josh Cullen Part 2 | Ireland vs Gibraltar

October 16, 2023 05:45 - 9 minutes - 8.78 MB

Stephen Kenny and Josh Cullen spoke further with the media as Ireland take on Gibraltar in the Estádio Algarve. Football on OTB with thanks to William Hill Ireland.

Stephen Kenny & Josh Cullen Press Conference | Gibraltar vs Republic of Ireland

October 15, 2023 17:35 - 10 minutes - 9.28 MB

Stephen Kenny and Josh Cullen spoke to the media today ahead of tomorrow's game against Gibraltar. OTB Football, with William Hill

Football Daily: Ireland v Greece preview, Scotland must wait for qualification, Bohs up to fourth in Premier Division

October 13, 2023 12:39 - 6 minutes - 6.29 MB

Welcome to Friday's Football Daily - Phil Egan runs you through all you need to know from world football... Subscribe to the 'OTB Football' podcast feed to hear the best Football analysis, interviews and stories from Off The Ball.

Football Daily: Szmodics withdraws from Irish squad, Drogheda to accept takeover from US firm, Scotland look to seal Euro qualification in Spain

October 12, 2023 12:55 - 6 minutes - 6 MB

Welcome to Thursday's Football Daily - Phil Egan runs you through all you need to know from world football... Subscribe to the 'OTB Football' podcast feed to hear the best Football analysis, interviews and stories from Off The Ball.