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OTB Football

2,992 episodes - English - Latest episode: 4 days ago - ★★★★ - 79 ratings

Welcome to OTB Football. It's where you'll get the finest football analysis with some of the sharpest minds in the game, we'll throw in some nostalgia, transfer nonsense and legends interviews too. Gary Breen, John Giles, Pat Nevin, Kevin Kilbane, Kenny Cunningham, Graham Hunter, David Meyler, and much more too!

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Episodes

Ronaldo rumour mill keeps grinding, Chelsea come sniffing, United's new XI | Andy Mitten

July 06, 2022 09:30 - 23 minutes - 11 MB

Andy Mitten of United We Stand joins Johnny and Eoin as rumours over Ronaldo's future at Man United continue to fly around Old Trafford. Catch OTB's sports breakfast show LIVE weekday mornings from 7:30am or just search for OTB AM and get the podcast on the OTB Sports app or wherever you listen to yours. SUBSCRIBE and FOLLOW the OTB AM podcast. #OTBAM is live weekday mornings from 7:30am across Off The Ball, in association with Gillette | #EffortlessFlow

The COYGIG Pod Ep.27 | Home nation pressure? | Underperforming Norway | NI paving the way!

July 05, 2022 07:17 - 20 minutes - 18.6 MB

Kathleen McNamee and Karen Duggan are along for the first of our biweekly Euros specials to preview the first two games in Group A between England & Austria and Norway & Northern Ireland. The COYGIG Pod on OTB Sports is in association with Cadbury FC, official snack partner to the Republic of Ireland's Women's National Team.

Dan McDonnell | LOI Transfer News | European football

July 04, 2022 18:00 - 17 minutes - 16.5 MB

Dan McDonnell joins Johnny Ward on the show to talk all things League Of Ireland, including transfer news, the European football exploits to come over the next few weeks and football pathways in this country. Football with Sky Ireland

Irish footballers that NEED to move | Vinny Perth

June 30, 2022 09:30 - 21 minutes - 9.91 MB

Former Dundalk boss, Vinny Perth goes through which Ireland kids need to move and who should stay where they are this summer. Catch OTB's sports breakfast show LIVE weekday mornings from 7:30am or just search for OTB AM and get the podcast on the OTB Sports app or wherever you listen to yours. SUBSCRIBE and FOLLOW the OTB AM podcast. #OTBAM is live weekday mornings from 7:30am across Off The Ball, in association with Gillette | #EffortlessFlow

Rovers focus on Europe, Hibernians Preview, League of Ireland latest

June 29, 2022 10:30 - 10 minutes - 4.69 MB

Nathan joins Eoin and Johnny with the latest on the League of Ireland, as Shamrock Rovers gear up for European action. Catch OTB's sports breakfast show LIVE weekday mornings from 7:30am or just search for OTB AM and get the podcast on the OTB Sports app or wherever you listen to yours. SUBSCRIBE and FOLLOW the OTB AM podcast. #OTBAM is live weekday mornings from 7:30am across Off The Ball, in association with Gillette | #EffortlessFlow

Deal or No Deal | Race for Raphinha | Neymar to Newcastle?

June 29, 2022 10:30 - 12 minutes - 5.97 MB

Phil Egan talks through the possible coming and goings this transfer window. Catch OTB's sports breakfast show LIVE weekday mornings from 7:30am or just search for OTB AM and get the podcast on the OTB Sports app or wherever you listen to yours. SUBSCRIBE and FOLLOW the OTB AM podcast. #OTBAM is live weekday mornings from 7:30am across Off The Ball, in association with Gillette | #EffortlessFlow

Daniel Harris | United transfers | Pogba won't be missed

June 29, 2022 10:30 - 19 minutes - 9 MB

Daniel Harris joins Eoin and Johnny to talk through Manchester United's transfer window so far. Catch OTB's sports breakfast show LIVE weekday mornings from 7:30am or just search for OTB AM and get the podcast on the OTB Sports app or wherever you listen to yours. SUBSCRIBE and FOLLOW the OTB AM podcast. #OTBAM is live weekday mornings from 7:30am across Off The Ball, in association with Gillette | #EffortlessFlow

Unravelling the 'myth' of Johan Cruyff | The birth of Total Football | AUKE KOK

June 28, 2022 19:00 - 46 minutes - 42.5 MB

Football writer and author of the Johan Cruyff biography Auke Kok joined Joe Molloy on Off The Ball to discuss the legendary Dutch footballer in all his glory, and some of his low points as well.

Georgia 0-9 Republic of Ireland - REACTION | Sue Ronan on Irish strengths and not fearing Finland

June 28, 2022 11:19 - 20 minutes - 18.6 MB

Former Republic of Ireland women's team manager Sue Ronan joined Ger and Eoin to reflect on an impressive 9-0 win for Vera Pauw's side in Georgia last night. #OTBAM with @GilletteUK | #EffortlessFlow

The COYGIG Pod Ep.26 | Another Georgia hammering | Euro 2022 preview (is it coming home??)

June 28, 2022 07:30 - 42 minutes - 38.6 MB

The COYGIG Pod is back after it's summer break and what better way to celebrate than a 0-9 win over Georgia! As ever, Kathleen McNamee and Karen Duggan have a full breakdown of the game, as well ad an in-depth preview of what to expect from this year's Euros which are kicking off next week! The COYGIG Pod on OTB Sports is in association with Cadbury FC, official snack partner to the Republic of Ireland's Women's National Team.

Ruth Fahy | Ireland V Georgia reaction | World Cup Qualification

June 27, 2022 19:30 - 13 minutes - 12.1 MB

Ruth Fahy and Stephen Doyle give their thoughts on the Republic of Ireland V Georgia game and reflect on what it means for their hopes of World Cup Qualification.

Ireland can't hold back in Georgia | Alanna Cunnane

June 27, 2022 09:30 - 8 minutes - 4 MB

Alanna Cunnane looks ahead to Ireland's clash to Georgia. Catch OTB's sports breakfast show LIVE weekday mornings from 7:30am or just search for OTB AM and get the podcast on the OTB Sports app or wherever you listen to yours. SUBSCRIBE and FOLLOW the OTB AM podcast. #OTBAM is live weekday mornings from 7:30am across Off The Ball, in association with Gillette | #EffortlessFlow

LEAGUE OF IRELAND LATE NIGHT | Rovers beat Bohs | Dundalk blip | Mauro Picotto in the Tolka Bar

June 25, 2022 16:42 - 59 minutes - 54.5 MB

Nathan Murphy, 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.

Karen Duggan | "No excuse for anything but a comprehensive win in Georgia" | World Cup Hopes

June 24, 2022 09:30 - 13 minutes - 6.04 MB

Former Republic of Ireland international Karen Duggan joined Eoin and Adrian on #OTBAM to preview Monday's World Cup qualifier away to Georgia. Catch OTB's sports breakfast show LIVE weekday mornings from 7:30am or just search for OTB AM and get the podcast on the OTB Sports app or wherever you listen to yours. SUBSCRIBE and FOLLOW the OTB AM podcast. #OTBAM is live weekday mornings from 7:30am across Off The Ball, in association with Gillette | #EffortlessFlow

'I was asked to run Dundalk - I didn't know if it was a joke' | Stephen Kenny's x-factor | BRIAN GARTLAND

June 23, 2022 15:30 - 49 minutes - 45.3 MB

Multiple League of Ireland-winning Dundalk defender Brian Gartland was Nathan Murphy's guest on Thursday's Off The Ball. From dreams of making it as a Premier League player with Liverpool to playing Europa League football in years laden with success under Stephen Kenny at Dundalk, Brian joined us to mark the release of his new book, 'One Last Shot'. Football is in association with Sky

HARRIET PRIOR: Sadio Mane Leaves As A Liverpool Legend

June 23, 2022 09:50 - 16 minutes - 7.72 MB

The Anfield Wrap's Harriet Prior joined Shane and Eoin on #OTBAM to discuss Sadio Mane's move from Liverpool to Bayern Munch and how Darwin Núñez could change the Reds' attacking approach. Catch OTB's sports breakfast show LIVE weekday mornings from 7:30am or just search for OTB AM and get the podcast on the OTB Sports app or wherever you listen to yours. SUBSCRIBE and FOLLOW the OTB AM podcast. #OTBAM is live weekday mornings from 7:30am across Off The Ball, in association with Gillett...

Iconic retro shirts with Paul Behan

June 22, 2022 09:55 - 19 minutes - 9.15 MB

Paul Behan from footballkitbox.com joined Eoin and Johnny to talk classic kits ahead of Kit Con Éire in Dundalk on July 2nd Catch OTB's sports breakfast show LIVE weekday mornings from 7:30am or just search for OTB AM and get the podcast on the OTB Sports app or wherever you listen to yours. SUBSCRIBE and FOLLOW the OTB AM podcast. #OTBAM is live weekday mornings from 7:30am across Off The Ball, in association with Gillette | #EffortlessFlow

MUFC SUMMER | Secret Richard Arnold filming | Frenkie de Jong latest | Transfer obsessions

June 22, 2022 09:00 - 20 minutes - 19 MB

The Athletic's Andy Mitten, editor of United We Stand, joined Eoin and Dan on OTB AM to discuss the secret filming of the Manchester United CEO Richard Arnold by fans at a meeting. They also talked the latest on the Frenkie de Jong transfer rumours. #OTBAM is live with @GilletteUK | #EffortlessFlow

Stephen Hunt talks Ireland's new generation, chasing caps with Trap, transfer mishaps - live in Galway

June 21, 2022 21:30 - 24 minutes - 22.7 MB

Former Irish international and Football agent Stephen Hunt joined Nathan, Aisling and Eoin at the Roisin Dubh for a chat about all things Irish Football, the transfer market and much more too. This episode was brought to you by Islands Edge Stout. #IslandsEdgePodTour Subscribe to the 'OTB Football' feed for a constant, quality supply of Football podcasts from the OTB Podcast Network.

NEDUM ONUOHA: 'Stevie Ireland turned Ferdinand into a shell of a man' | Falling out with Mancini | City memories

June 21, 2022 15:30 - 59 minutes - 54.5 MB

Former Manchester City defender Nedum Onuoha joined Joe Molloy on Tuesday's Off The Ball. The lads cover everything from the varying man-management styles of Sven-Göran Eriksson and Roberto Martinez, to the ascent of his close friend Micah Richards to the top of the punditry game. There's also plenty on the astounding talent of Stephen Ireland, and Nedum discusses how and why he came to write his new book, Kicking Back. Football is in association with Sky

DISCUSSION: Assessing Stephen Kenny's performance as Ireland manager | Gavin Cummiskey & Shane Keegan

June 19, 2022 16:00 - 49 minutes - 45.3 MB

John Duggan was joined by journalist Gavin Cummiskey and football coach Shane Keegan to discuss where Stephen Kenny's Ireland stands after the recent Nations League outings. Football is in association with Sky

FOOTBALL SATURDAY | Cullen our best midfielder | Southgate hate | LOI title race | Mané to Bayern

June 18, 2022 17:05 - 1 hour - 85.3 MB

Stephen Elliott, Dan McDonnell and Johnny Ward join John Duggan for OTB Football Saturday - as we reflect on the international window that was for Stephen Kenny's Republic of Ireland! Football with @SkyIreland

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

June 18, 2022 10:15 - 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.

KEVIN KILBANE: Nathan Collins' 'Incredible Development' | Shane Duffy Now 'Under Pressure'

June 17, 2022 09:30 - 15 minutes - 7.18 MB

Republic of Ireland legend Kevin Kilbane joined Colm Boohig and Adrian Barry on #OTBAM to review Ireland's performances in their four Nations League games in the summer international window. Catch OTB's sports breakfast show LIVE weekday mornings from 7:30am or just search for OTB AM and get the podcast on the OTB Sports app or wherever you listen to yours. SUBSCRIBE and FOLLOW the OTB AM podcast. #OTBAM is live weekday mornings from 7:30am across Off The Ball, in association with Gille...

JOHN GILES: "Duffy & Collins can be a great partnership" | Was Ireland’s Nations League fixtures a success?

June 16, 2022 19:00 - 16 minutes - 15.3 MB

Nathan Murphy is joined by Irish footballing legend John Giles to discuss all the biggest stories from the world of football. Football with @SkyIreland

STICK OR TWIST: Should these Irish players be looking to move this summer? | THE FOOTBALL SHOW

June 16, 2022 17:30 - 21 minutes - 19.7 MB

Nathan Murphy was joined in studio by Mick McCarthy and Arthur James O'Dea to assess whether some Irish players should be looking for a move this summer, or if they're better off staying put. Football is in association with Sky

The making of Nathan Collins | Irish star's father David joins Off The Ball | THE FOOTBALL SHOW

June 16, 2022 16:30 - 32 minutes - 29.5 MB

Nathan Collins' father David joined Nathan Murphy on Thursday's Off The Ball to discuss his son's meteoric rise in the Republic of Ireland team. Football is in association with Sky

Balance Needed On Ireland | Bazunu To Saints | Green Street

June 16, 2022 09:30 - 29 minutes - 13.5 MB

Former Republic of Ireland striker David Connolly joined Shane and Johnny on #OTBAM to chat about the Republic of Ireland's start in the Nations League. Catch OTB's sports breakfast show LIVE weekday mornings from 7:30am or just search for OTB AM and get the podcast on the OTB Sports app or wherever you listen to yours. SUBSCRIBE and FOLLOW the OTB AM podcast. #OTBAM is live weekday mornings from 7:30am across Off The Ball, in association with Gillette | #EffortlessFlow

Martin Lipton | Southgate Needs To Deliver This Winter

June 16, 2022 09:30 - 19 minutes - 8.95 MB

Chief Sports Writer with The Sun, Martin Lipton, joined Shane and Johnny on #OTBAM to discuss a miserable June international window for England and their manager Gareth Southgate. Catch OTB's sports breakfast show LIVE weekday mornings from 7:30am or just search for OTB AM and get the podcast on the OTB Sports app or wherever you listen to yours. SUBSCRIBE and FOLLOW the OTB AM podcast. #OTBAM is live weekday mornings from 7:30am across Off The Ball, in association with Gillette | #Effo...

Dan McDonnell on Ireland's Nations League run | Jonathan Wilson on England | THE FOOTBALL SHOW

June 15, 2022 17:00 - 53 minutes - 49.2 MB

Journalist Dan McDonnell joined Joe Molloy on Wednesday's Off The Ball to discuss how Stephen Kenny's Ireland team fared across the recent run of Nations League games. Meanwhile, journalist Jonathan Wilson also joined Joe to discuss England's 4-0 defeat by Hungary on Tuesday night and what it means for manager Gareth Southgate. Football is in association with Sky

Does 3-5-2 work? | Damien Delaney

June 15, 2022 09:30 - 18 minutes - 8.5 MB

Damien Delaney joined Eoin Sheahan and Johnny Ward to discuss Ireland's latest international window. Catch OTB's sports breakfast show LIVE weekday mornings from 7:30am or just search for OTB AM and get the podcast on the OTB Sports app or wherever you listen to yours. SUBSCRIBE and FOLLOW the OTB AM podcast. #OTBAM is live weekday mornings from 7:30am across Off The Ball, in association with Gillette | #EffortlessFlow

Nathan Collins shines | OTB Reaction

June 15, 2022 09:30 - 43 minutes - 19.8 MB

Eoin, Johnny, Colm and Nathan react to Ireland's draw with Ukraine and that Nathan Collins wonder goal. Catch OTB's sports breakfast show LIVE weekday mornings from 7:30am or just search for OTB AM and get the podcast on the OTB Sports app or wherever you listen to yours. SUBSCRIBE and FOLLOW the OTB AM podcast. #OTBAM is live weekday mornings from 7:30am across Off The Ball, in association with Gillette | #EffortlessFlow

Nathan Collins announces himself - Vinny Perth on Ireland vs. Ukraine

June 14, 2022 22:10 - 17 minutes - 15.8 MB

Vinny Perth speaks to Stephen Doyle after Ireland draw 1-1 in Poland against Ukraine.

"There's something bubbling with these young players" | Post-match analysis with Vinny Perth | Nathan Collins solo brilliance

June 14, 2022 21:00 - 13 minutes - 12.3 MB

Joe Molloy chats to Vinny Perth for a post-match analysis of Ireland's draw with Ukraine. Football with @SkyIreland

PHIL EGAN: Ukraine v Republic of Ireland Preview | Under-21s Seek Euros Qualification

June 14, 2022 12:40 - 14 minutes - 13 MB

OTB Sports' Phil Egan looks ahead to a big day for the Republic of Ireland with the under-21s hoping to qualify for the European Championships and Stephen Kenny's senior side in Poland to face Ukraine in the Nations League. #OTBAM with @Gillette UK | #effortlessflow

Ireland’s win over Scotland | Obafemi or Ogbene? | Is Steve Clarke under pressure? | PAT NEVIN & DION FANNING

June 13, 2022 18:00 - 51 minutes - 47.6 MB

Joe Molloy is joined in-studio by The Currency’s Dion Fanning, as we look back on Ireland’s impressive win over Scotland on Saturday. Football with @SkyIreland

Ireland v Ukraine build-up | Gavin Cooney live in Poland | Michael Obafemi

June 13, 2022 09:30 - 26 minutes - 12.3 MB

Gavin Cooney joins Nathan Murphy and Eoin Sheahan live from Poland ahead of the Republic of Ireland's final Nations League game of this international window against Ukraine. Catch OTB's sports breakfast show LIVE weekday mornings from 7:30am or just search for OTB AM and get the podcast on the OTB Sports app or wherever you listen to yours. SUBSCRIBE and FOLLOW the OTB AM podcast. #OTBAM is live weekday mornings from 7:30am across Off The Ball, in association with Gillette | #EffortlessF...

REACTION: Ireland beat Scotland 3-0 | Obafemi wondergoal! | Parrott & Obafemi link-up play | DAVID SNEYD

June 12, 2022 13:00 - 24 minutes - 22.9 MB

Joe Molloy is joined by The42’s David Sneyd for reaction to Ireland’s 3-0 win over Scotland at the Aviva yesterday. Football with @SkyIreland

'A breath of fresh air' | Obafemi, Parrot excellence | What it means for Stephen Kenny | STUEY BYRNE

June 11, 2022 19:00 - 12 minutes - 11.3 MB

League of Ireland legend Stuey Byrne spoke to Nathan Murphy after an excellent performance for Republic of Ireland that saw them beat Scotland 3-0 in the Aviva | #COYBIG Football w/ Sky Ireland

'A breath of fresh air' | Obafemi, Parrot excellence | What it means for Stephen Kenny | STUEY BYRNE

June 11, 2022 19:00 - 12 minutes - 11.3 MB

League of Ireland legend Stuey Byrne spoke to Nathan Murphy after an excellent performance for Republic of Ireland that saw them beat Scotland 3-0 in the Aviva | #COYBIG Football w/ Sky Ireland

Ireland vs Scotland reaction | Ireland’s first Nations League win | Obafemi’s dream start | David Connolly & Shane Keegan

June 11, 2022 17:00 - 50 minutes - 46.5 MB

Joe Molloy & Maire-Treasa Ni Cheallaigh are joined by former Ireland international David Connolly & Shane Keegan for reaction to Ireland’s game against Scotland at the Aviva Stadium. Football with @SkyIreland

Ireland's Lack Of Creativity | Change Of Shape For Scotland? | Karen Duggan

June 10, 2022 09:30 - 15 minutes - 6.93 MB

Former Republic of Ireland international Karen Duggan joined Eoin and Adrian on #OTBAM to review Ireland's back-to-back defeats to Armenia and Ukraine and to look ahead to tomorrow's Nations League clash with Scotland. Catch OTB's sports breakfast show LIVE weekday mornings from 7:30am or just search for OTB AM and get the podcast on the OTB Sports app or wherever you listen to yours. SUBSCRIBE and FOLLOW the OTB AM podcast. #OTBAM is live weekday mornings from 7:30am across Off The Bal...

Ireland suffer another loss in The Nations League | Player lacking confidence | Dan McDonnell, Jack Byrne & Jamie Finn

June 09, 2022 21:00 - 49 minutes - 45 MB

Nathan Murphy is joined by the Irish Independent’s Dan McDonnell to discuss Ireland’s start to the Nations League campaign. Jack Byrne & Jamie Finn also stop by to discuss Aviva’s #LaceUpWithPride campaign. Football with @SkyIreland

JOHN GILES: "The weakest group of Ireland players" | Is Kenny’s job in jeopardy again?

June 09, 2022 19:00 - 19 minutes - 17.8 MB

Nathan Murphy is joined by Irish football legend John Giles to discuss all the biggest stories from the world of football, as we look back on last night’s defeat to Ukraine. Football @SkyIreland

"I have finally found who I really am." - Clare Shine on the impact of her mental health struggles

June 09, 2022 17:30 - 34 minutes - 31.2 MB

Clare Shine joins Nathan Murphy to discuss her new book, 'Scoring Goals in the Dark', and her life in sport. Football with Sky

Trent Alexander-Arnold Out Of World Cup Squad? | Kane Reaches 50 | Jonathan Wilson

June 09, 2022 09:30 - 19 minutes - 8.86 MB

Football writer, Jonathan Wilson, discussed England's recent performances with Shane and Ger on #OTBAM Catch OTB's sports breakfast show LIVE weekday mornings from 7:30am or just search for OTB AM and get the podcast on the OTB Sports app or wherever you listen to yours. SUBSCRIBE and FOLLOW the OTB AM podcast. #OTBAM is live weekday mornings from 7:30am across Off The Ball, in association with Gillette | #EffortlessFlow

OTB REACTION | Stephen Kenny's Wait For A Nations League Win Goes On |

June 09, 2022 09:30 - 43 minutes - 20.2 MB

Team OTB AM reacts to the Republic of Ireland's 1-0 loss to Ukraine in the Nations League. Catch OTB's sports breakfast show LIVE weekday mornings from 7:30am or just search for OTB AM and get the podcast on the OTB Sports app or wherever you listen to yours. SUBSCRIBE and FOLLOW the OTB AM podcast. #OTBAM is live weekday mornings from 7:30am across Off The Ball, in association with Gillette | #EffortlessFlow

Ireland Lacked Purpose In Ukraine Loss | Kenny Stuck | Dion Fanning

June 09, 2022 09:30 - 26 minutes - 12.2 MB

The Currency's Dion Fanning joined Shane and Ger on OTB AM to reflect on the Republic of Ireland's defeat to Ukraine and to discuss what the future holds for manager Stephen Kenny. Catch OTB's sports breakfast show LIVE weekday mornings from 7:30am or just search for OTB AM and get the podcast on the OTB Sports app or wherever you listen to yours. SUBSCRIBE and FOLLOW the OTB AM podcast. #OTBAM is live weekday mornings from 7:30am across Off The Ball, in association with Gillette | #Eff...

David Meyler on 'scary' UCL final | Ireland v Ukraine | Calling out Tommy Rooney

June 08, 2022 09:30 - 26 minutes - 12 MB

David Meyler recalls his scary night in Paris, looks ahead to Ireland v Ukraine and calls out Tommy Rooney on Ironman ambitions. Catch OTB's sports breakfast show LIVE weekday mornings from 7:30am or just search for OTB AM and get the podcast on the OTB Sports app or wherever you listen to yours. SUBSCRIBE and FOLLOW the OTB AM podcast. #OTBAM is live weekday mornings from 7:30am across Off The Ball, in association with Gillette | #EffortlessFlow

Ireland’s loss to Armenia | Should Obafemi start vs Ukraine? | State of the Nation | THE FOOTBALL SHOW

June 07, 2022 21:00 - 49 minutes - 45.5 MB

Will O’Callaghan is joined by Gavin Cooney for Tuesday’s edition of The Football Show, as we discuss what reaction we need to see from Ireland following their loss to Armenia on Saturday. Football with @SkyIreland