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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

CONAN BYRNE | Charity Crossbar Challenge | League of Ireland

December 09, 2021 22:04 - 7 minutes - 479 Bytes

Former League of Ireland player Conan Byrne joins Nathan Murphy to chat about a charity crossbar challenge for the Make A Wish Foundation.   @SkyIreland

JOHN GILES | Steven Gerrard's Anfield return, the genius of Bobby Charlton, world class Declan Rice, and Rangnick's MUFC

December 09, 2021 18:53 - 37 minutes - 2.17 KB

John Giles joins Nathan to recap the week that was in the world of Football In association w/ @SkyIreland

'I wouldn't back Barca against West Ham' | Dermot Corrigan and Kenny Cunningham

December 09, 2021 11:56 - 19 minutes - 1.12 KB

Dermot Corrigan of The Athletic and former Ireland captain Kenny Cunningham reflect on Barcelona's Champions League exit and their prospects in the Europa League #OTBAM with Gillette | #BestFaceForward

Kenny Cunningham: Man United's reset | Liverpool | Christmas Shopping

December 09, 2021 11:55 - 42 minutes - 2.46 KB

Kenny Cunningham joined this morning's OTB AM to react to this week's Champions League action and tell us why he's relaxed about his Christmas shopping.  #OTBAM with Gillette | #BestFaceForward

GABRIELE MARCOTTI | Juve controversy | English football's ascendancy

December 08, 2021 21:17 - 28 minutes - 1.68 KB

ESPN's Gabriele Marcotti joins Joe Molloy for Wednesday's The Football Show and discusses the controversies surrounding Juventus. @SkyIreland

Paddy Agnew | Liverpool aces in Milan, the fading prestige of Italian football

December 08, 2021 11:30 - 17 minutes - 1.03 KB

Italian-based soccer correspondent Paddy Agnew joined Ger and Eoin on Wednesday's OTB AM as Liverpool come from behind to win in Milan. #OTBAM is live every morning with @Gillette UK  | #BestFaceForward You can subscribe to the OTB AM podcast wherever you get your podcasts across the OTB Podcast Network. via iTunes via Spotify via GoLoud

PAUL McSHANE | Policing Man United's academy | Roy Keane's influence | Making the grade

December 07, 2021 23:28

Former Republic of Ireland defender and current Manchester United U23s coach and player Paul McShane joined Joe Molloy on Tuesday's Football Show. In association with Sky Ireland

Dementia in ex-footballers | The late Nobby Stiles' son John

December 07, 2021 11:31 - 18 minutes - 1.07 KB

Nobby Stiles' son John joined Eoin and Ger to discuss his fight for increased awareness around dementia risks for ex-footballers. #OTBAM is live every morning with @Gillette UK  | #BestFaceForward You can subscribe to the OTB AM podcast wherever you get your podcasts across the OTB Podcast Network. via iTunes via Spotify via GoLoud

Graham Hunter | Barca on the brink; Salah or Cavani to Camp Nou?

December 07, 2021 10:57 - 21 minutes - 1.26 KB

Graham Hunter joined Eoin and Ger on Tuesday's OTB AM to talk Salah and Cavani to Barca rumours, and a huge night in Europe this week for the Catalans. #OTBAM is live every morning with @Gillette UK  | #BestFaceForward You can subscribe to the OTB AM podcast wherever you get your podcasts across the OTB Podcast Network. via iTunes via Spotify via GoLoud

The COYGIG Pod Ep.6 | Leanne Kiernan's growing maturity | Arsenal's cup final failure | All-Time Irish WSL XI

December 07, 2021 10:00 - 41 minutes - 2.43 KB

On this week's COYGIG Pod, Kathleen McNamee and Karen Duggan are joined by Liverpool and Ireland's ever-growing star Leanne Kiernan. Emma Carroll has a special All-Time Irish WSL XI and there's also a full breakdown of Chelsea's dominant defeat of Arsenal in the FA Cup final in Wembley. The #COYGIG Pod on OTB Sports in association with @CadburyFC, official snack partner to the Republic of Ireland Women's National Team.

NEVIN: 'Rangnick is a brilliant politician' | Chelsea's wobble | Everton

December 06, 2021 22:10 - 43 minutes - 2.56 KB

Pat Nevin joined Joe Molloy on Monday's Football Show to review the weekend's Premier League action, while OTB's own Arthur James O'Dea and Ronan Mullen were also on-hand to talk Dortmund vs Bayern Munich.   In association with Sky Ireland

Mark Lawrenson | Rangnick's reign off to flyer, super-sub Origi, Chelsea hammer-blow

December 06, 2021 10:30 - 24 minutes - 1.43 KB

Liverpool and Ireland legend Mark Lawrenson joined Ger Gilroy and Eoin Sheahan on Monday's OTB AM to reflect on the main talking points from this weekend's Premier League. #OTBAM is live every morning with @Gillette UK  | #BestFaceForward You can subscribe to the OTB AM podcast wherever you get your podcasts across the OTB Podcast Network. via iTunes via Spotify via GoLoud

Keith Treacy | 'Villa are going to get stronger', Rangnick's first MUFC win

December 06, 2021 06:36 - 15 minutes - 910 Bytes

Former Ireland international Keith Treacy speaking to Stephen Doyle after Aston Villa's 2-1 win at home to Leicester. @SkyIreland

Fred goal helps Rangnick register first United win | Graham Gartland

December 06, 2021 06:36 - 9 minutes - 586 Bytes

Shamrock Rovers academy coach Graham Gartland speaking to Nathan Murphy after Ralf Rangnick and Man United enjoyed a 1-0 win over Crystal Palace on Sunday. @SkyIreland

OTB FOOTBALL SATURDAY | Rangnick's work with United, Unfixable Maguire, Aubameyang lack of hunger

December 04, 2021 17:10 - 1 hour - 5.38 KB

John Duggan joined by former Ireland and Crystal Palace defender Damien Delaney, sports writer Johnny Ward and Gavin Cummiskey of the Irish Times @SkyIreland

Rangnick the recruiter, Merseyside domination and the rise of Sorare

December 03, 2021 14:24 - 45 minutes - 2.68 KB

Arthur O'Dea joins Enda Coll as they discuss Ralf Rangnick appointing himself in his first press conference as United boss plus Joey D'Urso from The Athletic explains the rise and potential danger of Sorare, a new fantasy football game using NFT's..

JERRY FLANNERY: Inside Arsenal's strength & conditioning team

December 03, 2021 13:25 - 27 minutes - 1.6 KB

Munster Rugby legend Jerry Flannery joined Ger Gilroy on the latest installment of our Cadbury FC Roadshow to discuss his time on the Arsenal strength & conditioning team. In association with Cadbury Ireland | #OTBCadburyFC

Man United's all time low, awful press & lack of coaching | Gary Breen

December 03, 2021 12:34 - 16 minutes - 992 Bytes

Former Ireland and Sunderland defender Gary Breen joined Adrian and Eoin on Friday's OTB AM to review Manchester United's 3-2 win at home to Arsenal. #OTBAM is live every morning with @Gillette UK  | #BestFaceForward You can subscribe to the OTB AM podcast wherever you get your podcasts across the OTB Podcast Network. via iTunes via Spotify via GoLoud

Alan Smith | Judging Arsenal after Man United loss, Aubameyang tanking

December 03, 2021 12:21 - 13 minutes - 790 Bytes

Arsenal legend Alan Smith joined Adrian and Eoin on Friday's OTB AM after the Gunners' disappointing defeat to Manchester United. #OTBAM is live every morning with @Gillette UK  | #BestFaceForward You can subscribe to the OTB AM podcast wherever you get your podcasts across the OTB Podcast Network. via iTunes via Spotify via GoLoud

Rangnick fancies himself to stay on | PL preview with Simon Cox | The Football Kick-Off

December 03, 2021 11:47 - 34 minutes - 2.05 KB

Ger Gilroy and Enda Coll are joined by former Ireland international Simon Cox for this week’s Football Kick-Off. Football with @SkyIreland

Rangnick's 'not f***ing leaving' moment, Lukaku-less Chelsea and Pep's ego

December 03, 2021 11:47 - 34 minutes - 2.05 KB

Ger Gilroy and Enda Coll are joined by former Ireland international Simon Cox for this week’s Football Kick-Off. Football with @SkyIreland

STEPHEN BRADLEY: Arsenal prodigy | Taking on Iniesta | Shamrock Rovers

December 02, 2021 22:04 - 42 minutes - 2.48 KB

Shamrock Rovers boss and former Arsenal player Stephen Bradley joined Nathan Murphy for the entirety of Thursday's Football Show on Off The Ball.  In association with Sky Ireland

GILES: If Rangnick is so good, give him the United job full-time!

December 02, 2021 18:34 - 27 minutes - 1.58 KB

John Giles joined Nathan Murphy on Thursday's Off The Ball to talk about Manchester United and their dysfunction, the brilliant Ray Kennedy and a week's worth of Premier League mid-week games.   In association with Sky Ireland

Liverpool merciless in Merseyside derby | Harriet Prior

December 02, 2021 10:50 - 15 minutes - 930 Bytes

The Anfield Wrap's Harriet Prior joined Ger Gilroy and Eoin Sheahan on Thursday's OTB AM as Liverpool trounced Everton on Wednesday. #OTBAM is live every morning with @Gillette UK  | #BestFaceForward You can subscribe to the OTB AM podcast wherever you get your podcasts across the OTB Podcast Network. via iTunes via Spotify via GoLoud

Arsenal starting to fire again, Man United preview | Andrew Mangan

December 02, 2021 10:49 - 25 minutes - 1.48 KB

Andrew Mangan of arseblog joined Ger Gilroy and Eoin Sheahan on Thursday's OTB AM ahead of Arsenal's trip to Manchester United this evening. #OTBAM is live every morning with @Gillette UK  | #BestFaceForward You can subscribe to the OTB AM podcast wherever you get your podcasts across the OTB Podcast Network. via iTunes via Spotify via GoLoud

David Beckham & Qatar | Lawro on Everton vs Liverpool | Dan McDonnell

December 01, 2021 22:01 - 56 minutes - 3.31 KB

Matt Slater of The Athletic joined OTB's Joe Molloy to discuss David Beckham and the former Manchester United star's decision to be the face of next year's World Cup in Qatar on Wednesday's edition of The Football Show. Dan McDonnell of the Irish Independent was on hand to discuss a number of Irish football stories. Meanwhile, Mark Lawrenson was on the line to talk Everton vs Liverpool and remember the brilliant Ray Kennedy.  In association with Sky Ireland

Why Ronaldo can't start big matches | Jonathon Wilson and Man United's Pressing Future

December 01, 2021 13:14 - 24 minutes - 1.41 KB

Football writer Jonathon Wilson reacts to the appointment of Ralf Rangnick and discusses how Man United can be transformed into a pressing side. OTB AM with Gillette #BestFaceForward

Why Ronaldo can't start big matches | Jonathan Wilson and Man United's Pressing Future

December 01, 2021 13:14 - 24 minutes - 1.41 KB

Football writer Jonathan Wilson reacts to the appointment of Ralf Rangnick and discusses how Man United can be transformed into a pressing side. OTB AM with Gillette #BestFaceForward

'Baffling and confusing' | Inside Man United's rebuild | How Man United recruit | Samuel Luckhurst

December 01, 2021 13:11 - 8 minutes - 517 Bytes

Chief Manchester United writer for the Manchester Evening News Samuel Luckhurst joined this morning's OTB AM. OTB AM with Gillette #BestFaceForward

'Vera Pauw reminds me of Trap' | Georgia hammering | Nathan Murphy and Chloe Mustaki | OTB AM

December 01, 2021 13:11 - 27 minutes - 1.58 KB

Nathan Murphy and Chloe Mustaki joined OTB AM to react to Ireland thrashing Georgia. OTB AM with Gillette #BestFaceForward

The COYGIG Pod Ep.5 | A historic night in Tallaght | Emma Byrne's Goalkeeping deep dive | Ballon d'Or for Barca

December 01, 2021 09:59 - 51 minutes - 3.01 KB

Directly in the wake of Ireland's historic 11-0 win against the Georgians, Kathleen and Karen have full match analysis, reaction to the Ballon d'Or awards on Monday night and former Ireland captain Emma Byrne joins the pod to take a thorough look at the current issues in the development of Irish goalkeeping. The #COYGIG Pod on OTB Sports in association with @Cadbury FC, official snack partner to the Republic of Ireland Women's National Team.

ULI HESSE - WHO IS RALF RANGNICK? - WHAT MAKES HIM A CONCERN? - WHAT IS HIS BEST ROLE?

November 30, 2021 22:27 - 19 minutes - 1.13 KB

German football writer Uli Hesse joins Joe Molloy to talk all things Ralf Rangnick - the man who will take over the role as interim manager of Manchester United. Hesse details Rangnick's playing style, and why he demands commitment from his players. Football on Off The Ball, brought to you by Sky. All the football you love in one place across Sky Sports, BT Sport & Premier Sports. Download the brand new OTB Sports App in the Play Store & App Store right now! We've got you covered! Subscribe t...

Katie McCabe on OTB Sports | 'I owe Emma Byrne a lot - she's a role model' | Life after football

November 30, 2021 17:01 - 21 minutes - 1.28 KB

Republic of Ireland and Arsenal star Katie McCabe joined Ger Gilroy on the latest installment of our OTB Cadbury Roadshow. It's all with thanks to Cadbury FC and their club partnerships - bringing you behind the scenes access at some of the Premier League's biggest clubs Cadbury Ireland | #OTBCadburyFC

FAI Cup final wrap | Ireland vs. Georgia preview | Stephen O'Donnell's future

November 30, 2021 13:33 - 39 minutes - 2.31 KB

Ger Gilroy and David Sneyd gave a final round-up of the FAI Cup final and discussed the future of Irish football on Tuesday's OTBAM. They also addressed the rumours linking Stephen O'Donnell with a move to Dundalk. Will St. Pat's manager stick around at Richmond Park or make a return to Oriel? The lads also discussed the incident in Irishtown ahead of the final. They also looked ahead to Ireland vs. Georgia. Should Vera Pauw alter her approach for a must-win game? #OTBAM is live every morning...

Daniel Harris talks Ralf Rangnick's arrival at Manchester United | Maguire's position in the team

November 30, 2021 12:18 - 25 minutes - 1.47 KB

Daniel Harris joined Ger Gilroy and David Sneyd on OTBAM to discuss the news that Ralf Rangnick has officially joined Manchester United. Will the new manager be able to include Cristiano Ronaldo in his aggressive pressing system? How will the younger players react to his methods? Harris also considered whether or not Harry Maguire's position in the starting 11 is secure. #OTBAM is live every morning with  @Gillette UK  | #BestFaceForward Catch up on the latest sports stories on Monday morning...

'United played rugby against Chelsea' | FAI Cup final recap w/ Dan McDonnell

November 29, 2021 20:46 - 44 minutes - 2.59 KB

The brilliant Pat Nevin joined Joe Molloy on Monday's Football Show to talk through all of the weekend's Premier League action. Up first though, journalist Dan McDonnell joined Joe for a run through Sunday's FAI Cup final between St. Patrick's Athletic and Bohemians.  In association with Sky Ireland

Andy Mitten | United draw at Stamford Bridge | Rangnick's arrival | Bruno's worrying form

November 29, 2021 12:17 - 23 minutes - 1.38 KB

Andy Mitten joined Ger Gilroy and Nathan Murphy on Monday's OTBAM to discuss the imminent arrival of Ralf Rangnick at Manchester United. Mitten also analysed United's draw at Stamford Bridge and discussed Bruno Fernandes' current struggles. Catch up on the latest sports stories on Monday morning with OTB AM. OTB AM is the sports breakfast show from Off The Ball – live weekday mornings from 7:30-10:00 am across the OTB channels. #OTBAM is live every morning with  @Gillette UK  | #BestFaceForwa...

OTB Football Saturday | Rangnick at United, FAI Cup Final Preview, Hendrick's Newcastle future

November 27, 2021 17:40 - 1 hour - 5.43 KB

John Duggan joined by Dan McDonnell of the Irish Independent, sports journalist Johnny Ward, ex-Liverpool and Ireland star Mark Lawrenson and 3-time League of Ireland winner Mark Rossiter @SkyIreland

OTB Cadbury Roadshow | Robert Pires & Katie McCabe | Expectations for Arsenal this season

November 27, 2021 15:25 - 14 minutes - 853 Bytes

Ger Gilroy joined by former Arsenal legend and World Cup winner with France Robert Pires along with Ireland and Arsenal star Katie McCabe to chat about the club and how they expect them to do this season under Mikel Arteta It's all with thanks to Cadbury FC and their club partnerships - bringing you behind the scenes access at some of the Premier League's biggest clubs @CadburyIreland | #OTBCadburyFC

OTB Cadbury Roadshow | Robert Pires | Keane v Vieira fights, Neville abuse, Ultimate 5-a-side

November 26, 2021 16:17 - 46 minutes - 2.73 KB

Ger Gilroy joined by former Arsenal and France star Robert Pires to look back on his successful career between club and country, playing against Roy Keane, his battles with Gary Neville and so much more! OTB Sports remote roadshows in partnership with Cadbury FC, check out cadburyfc.com for updates on promotions and giveaways @CadburyIreland | #OTBCadburyFC

Ralf Rangnick's new gig, Celtic fans protest and the World Cup bid

November 26, 2021 14:33 - 42 minutes - 2.48 KB

Enda Coll chats Ralf Rangnick with Colm Boohig as the former RB Leipzig man takes charges of Manchester United in the interim, Ruairi Carberry chats Celtic fans and why they're protesting and Phil Egan gives his thoughts on the World Cup bid.

Ralf Rangnick to Man Utd | Could Ralph Hasenhüttl follow? | Why Declan Rice is the best in the league

November 26, 2021 14:05 - 27 minutes - 1.64 KB

Ger Gilroy and Colm Boohig are in studio and joined by former ROI player Simon Cox as we run through the weekend's slate of games in the Football Kick-off. Football with Sky Ireland.

Rangnick the godfather of the press | Leeds could be going down | Premier League on OTB AM

November 26, 2021 12:14 - 28 minutes - 1.64 KB

Journalist with BILD Yvonne Gabriel joined OTB AM to look at the introduction of Ralf Rangnick to Manchester United, before John Duggan looked at the weekend's Premier League action. #OTBAM is live every morning with  @Gillette UK  | #BestFaceForward Catch up on the latest sports stories on Monday morning with OTB AM. OTB AM is the sports breakfast show from Off The Ball – live weekday mornings from 7:30-10:00 am across the OTB channels. You can subscribe to the OTB AM podcast wherever you ge...

UEFA Champions League reaction | Ireland vs. Slovakia preview | Garth Brooks

November 25, 2021 11:21 - 33 minutes - 1.96 KB

OTB AM reacts to a night of UEFA Champions League action with Ger Gilroy and Eoin Sheahan, before Phil Egan joins them to look ahead to tonight's clash between Republic of Ireland and Slovakia. #OTBAM is live every morning with  @Gillette UK  | #BestFaceForward Catch up on the latest sports stories on Monday morning with OTB AM. OTB AM is the sports breakfast show from Off The Ball – live weekday mornings from 7:30-10:00 am across the OTB channels. You can subscribe to the OTB AM podcast wher...

HEATED DEBATE: A new signature stadium or spend money on grassroots sport? | Shane Cassells on OTB AM

November 25, 2021 11:20 - 27 minutes - 1.62 KB

#OTBAM teases out Fianna Fáil Senator Shane Cassells' call for a new 'signature stadium' to be built in Dublin as part of Ireland's combined 2030 World Cup bid 🏟️ What do you think? ⚽ #OTBAM is live every morning with  @Gillette UK  | #BestFaceForward Catch up on the latest sports stories on Monday morning with OTB AM. OTB AM is the sports breakfast show from Off The Ball – live weekday mornings from 7:30-10:00 am across the OTB channels. You can subscribe to the OTB AM podcast wherever you g...

THE FOOTBALL SHOW | Champions League latest | Johnny Logan & Dominic Fifield

November 24, 2021 22:51 - 43 minutes - 2.56 KB

Joe Molloy is joined by Eurovision song contest winner and Bohemians super fan Johnny Logan to preview the FAI Cup Final between Bohehians and St Patrick's Athletic, and The Athletic's Dominic Fifield stops by to talk all things Antonio Conte and Chelsea. Football on Off The Ball, brought to you by Sky. All the football you love in one place across Sky Sports, BT Sport & Premier Sports.

ARROGANCE: Pochettino to Man United? It's so complicated !| French reaction from Philippe Auclair

November 24, 2021 11:29 - 27 minutes - 1.61 KB

French football writer Philippe Auclair outlines why Pochettino to Man United is a very complicated deal to make - and it's less likely to happen than the headlines might suggest... #OTBAM is live every morning with  @Gillette UK  | #BestFaceForward Catch up on the latest sports stories on Monday morning with OTB AM. OTB AM is the sports breakfast show from Off The Ball – live weekday mornings from 7:30-10:00 am across the OTB channels. You can subscribe to the OTB AM podcast wherever you get...

Calling out Scholes | Man United's next step | Chelsea destroy Juve | CL Reaction

November 24, 2021 11:26 - 33 minutes - 1.95 KB

Ger Gilroy, Eoin Sheahan and Nathan Murphy were all on OTB AM to react to last night's Champions League action. #OTBAM is live every morning with  @Gillette UK  | #BestFaceForward Catch up on the latest sports stories on Monday morning with OTB AM. OTB AM is the sports breakfast show from Off The Ball – live weekday mornings from 7:30-10:00 am across the OTB channels. You can subscribe to the OTB AM podcast wherever you get your podcasts across the OTB Podcast Network. via iTunes via ">Spoti...

'It was mad, but good mad!' | Brian Kerr on his time at St Pat's and his lifelong love affair with the club

November 23, 2021 23:17

Brian Kerr joins us ahead of the FAI Cup Final to chat about his lifelong affiliation with St Pats. w/ @SkyIreland

Carrick steadies the MUFC ship | Serene Chelsea punish Juve | Waterford melodrama | THE FOOTBALL SHOW

November 23, 2021 23:04

Dave McIntyre & Dan McDonnell join Joe for a Champions League Tuesday on this evening's @SkyIreland Football Show