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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

Lucy Quinn & Kyra Carusa: Irish players react to opening World Cup defeat

July 20, 2023 14:45 - 8 minutes - 3.9 MB

Kathleen McNamee caught up with Irish internationals Lucy Quinn & Kyra Carusa immediately after their opening World Cup game against Australia.

Football Daily: Ireland beaten in World Cup opener, New Zealand shock Norway in tournament opener, Henderson edges closer to Liverpool exit

July 20, 2023 13:21 - 4 minutes - 4.16 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.

It's time to get excited, the road down under | Ireland legend, Linda Gorman

July 20, 2023 07:50 - 19 minutes - 9.02 MB

Ireland legend and first ever manager of the Irish Women's team, Linda Gorman joined Ger & Colm in studio to build the excitement for Ireland's first World Cup and remember the journey of this team. 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.

World Cup is a full circle moment for this team | Luke Connolly

July 20, 2023 07:30 - 9 minutes - 4.18 MB

Cork GAA footballer, Luke Connolly and brother of Irish international, Megan Connolly joins Ger & Colm live from Sydney as his family head to the stadium for Ireland's first World Cup moment. 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.

LIVE from Sydney, World Cup build-up with Kathleen McNamee

July 20, 2023 06:50 - 14 minutes - 6.88 MB

Just hours from Ireland's World Cup Kick-off, Kathleen McNamee is live from the stadium in Sydney with Ger & Colm. 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.

Women's World Cup Show | Ireland up against it in Australian opener

July 19, 2023 16:00 - 44 minutes - 41.3 MB

Joe Molloy was joined from Australia by Kathleen McNamee and Sinead O'Carroll of The Journal to discuss Ireland's opening game the Women's World Cup, and what we can expect from the competition at large on the first edition of our Women's World Cup Show on Off The Ball. In association with Sure | #SURExFIFAWWC

Football Daily: Ireland squad arrives in Sydney for World Cup opener, Rovers out of Champions League qualifiers, transfer news

July 19, 2023 12:30 - 8 minutes - 7.83 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.

Sue Ronan: World Cup opener, 'We won't lose it', hungry Australia

July 19, 2023 08:35 - 14 minutes - 6.73 MB

With one day to go until the World Cup kicks off, former Ireland manager, Sue Ronan joins Ger & Shane to look ahead to Ireland's first World Cup appearance. 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.

Sleeping pills in football, Shamrock Rovers freeze in Europe | Keith Treacy

July 19, 2023 07:30 - 20 minutes - 9.36 MB

Keith Treacy joined Ger and Shane in studio to reflect on Shamrock Rovers' defeat in Europe, following the Dele Alli interview, they discussed the issue of the use of sleeping pills amongst footballers. 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.

Denise O'Sullivan is starting, Is it acceptable for adults to wear jerseys?| OTB AM Reacts

July 19, 2023 07:00 - 33 minutes - 15.4 MB

Ger, Shane & Colm are joined by Kathleen live from Sydney following Vera Pauw's press conference to report the good news that Denise O'Sullivan will start Ireland's World Cup opener. The lads also discuss some on Manchester United's transfers. 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 ...

Amber Barrett: 'We don't fear anyone', Australian pressure

July 19, 2023 05:40 - 12 minutes - 5.59 MB

Off The Ball's, Kathleen McNamee is down in Australia for the World Cup where she caught up with Irish forward, Amber Barrett ahead of Thursday's opening match against the host side.

SAVANNAH MCCARTHY | The road to being a role model & underage importance.

July 18, 2023 14:30 - 18 minutes - 17.1 MB

Irish international and Shamrock Rover's Savannah McCarthy, as well as some of the figures instrumental in her development, joined OTB to reflect on what it means to come from the travelling community all the way onto the national stage! @CarlsbergIE 0.0. The best-tasting 0.0 beer in the World? Probably Always drink responsibly. Get the facts. Be drinkaware. Visit drinkaware.ie.

Football Daily: O'Sullivan on course to start against Australia, Rovers in Iceland for Champions League qualifier, all charges against Giggs dropped

July 18, 2023 12:25 - 6 minutes - 6.23 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.

Meabh De Burca previews Ireland's first World Cup match.

July 18, 2023 09:35 - 13 minutes - 12.1 MB

Ex-Ireland international Méabh De Búrca joins Ger & Shane on #OTBAM this morning to give more insight into how the Girls in Green will approach Thursday's World Cup opening game against hosts Australia. Catch OTB's sports breakfast show LIVE weekday mornings from 7:30 am 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 7:30 am across Off The Ball.

Ruesha Littlejohn: Why Irish fans should tune in, World Cup expectations

July 18, 2023 05:15 - 14 minutes - 6.6 MB

Off The Ball's, Kathleen McNamee is down in Australia for the World Cup where she caught up with Irish international, Ruesha Littlejohn ahead of Thursday's opening match against the host side.

Football Daily: O'Sullivan back training with Ireland squad, Australia squad critical of prize money on offer, United close to sealing Onana deal

July 17, 2023 12:18 - 5 minutes - 5.15 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.

The COYGIG Pod Ep.76 | LIVE from Ireland training: 'Cautiously positive' for Denise, hidden gems & no clutching at straws what-so-ever...

July 17, 2023 10:00 - 42 minutes - 38.6 MB

Kathleen McNamee joins former Ireland internationals Emma Byrne & Karen Duggan live from Ireland training in Brisbane as we get some exceptionally good-sounding news about Denise O'Sullivan, as well as a look ahead to what's to come from Australia on Thursday! 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 OTB Sports is in association with Cadbury, the official snack partner to the Republic of Irel...

Who replaces Denise O'Sullivan? The LATEST from Australia

July 15, 2023 12:58 - 28 minutes - 26.2 MB

Kathleen McNamee joins John Duggan from Ireland camp in Australia as the Denise O'Sullivan story continues to develop.

DENISE O'SULLIVAN INJURY: What we know now, and when we'll know more

July 14, 2023 14:15 - 16 minutes - 14.8 MB

Kathleen McNamee joined Will O'Callaghan live from Australia to bring us the latest news on an injury sustained by Ireland's Denise O'Sullivan earlier today. During a behind-closed-doors game against Colombia, a heavy tackle on the Cork star preceded the game being brought to a premature end after only 20 minutes of play.

Football Daily: Denise O'Sullivan injury concern for Ireland, League of Ireland action tonight, Henderson closes in on Saudi move

July 14, 2023 12:34 - 6 minutes - 5.63 MB

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

OTB AM Reacts: The Dele Interview with Gary Neville

July 14, 2023 09:15 - 14 minutes - 6.6 MB

The OTB AM panel discuss Dele recent interview with Gary Neville on The Overlap. 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.

Henderson 'accepts' move to Saudi Arabia | Coleman dreams of managing Everton

July 13, 2023 19:15 - 29 minutes - 26.7 MB

Dominic King of The Daily Mail joined Nathan Murphy to discuss Jordan Henderson's potential move to the Saudi League as well as Seamus Coleman's new contract at Everton.

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...

Football Daily: Dundalk and Derry City in European action, defeat for St Pat's, Saudi interest in Jordan Henderson

July 13, 2023 12:19 - 5 minutes - 5.27 MB

Welcome to Thursday's Football Daily - Cathal Mullaney runs you through the latest news from the world of football. Subscribe to the 'OTB Football' podcast feed to hear the best football analysis, interviews and stories from Off The Ball.

You Had to Be There: Eric Lalor | Van Basten as quizmaster?! Brady beats Brazil, Bohs magic

July 13, 2023 09:20 - 37 minutes - 17.1 MB

Comedian and ex-Fair City villain Eric Lalor joins Shane & Johnny on #OTBAM this morning as the latest guest to tell us why You Had to Be There. 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.

How to beat the jetlag, Denise O'Sullivan & Niamh Fahey's advice to Kathleen

July 13, 2023 09:20 - 14 minutes - 6.52 MB

Kathleen McNamee joined Shane, Johnny & Colm live from Brisbane for an update on how World Cup preparations are going down under. 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.

YHtBT: Eric Lalor - Van Basten as quizmaster?! Brady beats Brazil, Bohs magic

July 13, 2023 09:20 - 37 minutes - 17.1 MB

Comedian and ex-Fair City villain Eric Lalor joins Shane & Johnny on #OTBAM this morning as the latest guest to tell us why You Had to Be There. 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.

Gavin Cooney: GAAGO and FAI funding go to the Oireachtas

July 12, 2023 19:00 - 22 minutes - 20.3 MB

Gavin Cooney of the 42.ie joined Joe Molloy to discuss today's events at the Oireachtas regarding the funding of Irish football and the future of sports broadcasting.

Football Daily: Disappointment for Shamrock Rovers, St Pat's begin European campaign, Ireland World Cup update

July 12, 2023 12:32 - 6 minutes - 5.71 MB

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

Rovers off to poor start in Europe, Irish players transfer latest | Keith Treacy

July 12, 2023 09:20 - 20 minutes - 9.44 MB

Former Preston & Burnley midfielder Keith Treacy joins Shane & Nathan on #OTBAM after Shamrock Rovers suffered a 1-0 home defeat to Icelandic champions Breiðablik in their Champions League qualifying campaign. 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.

Live from Australia: Ireland's World Cup build-up begins

July 12, 2023 09:20 - 10 minutes - 4.82 MB

Kathleen McNamee joined OTB AM live from Australia ahead of the Irish teams open training session and to give some insight into how the build-up is beginning downunder. 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.

Harry Kane's dilemma, uncertain Liverpool & is Carsley the next Southgate? | Jonathan Wilson

July 11, 2023 17:00 - 35 minutes - 32.4 MB

Joe Molloy was joined by Jonathan Wilson to cast an eye over some of the summer's biggest football stories on Tuesday's Off The Ball. From Harry Kane's uncertain Spurs future to how a new-look Liverpool will fare after last season's disappointment, there was plenty to get stuck into on today's show.

Football Daily: Shamrock Rovers in Champions League action, Spurs' new signing, Matt Doherty on the move

July 11, 2023 12:17 - 5 minutes - 4.82 MB

Welcome to Tuesday's Football Daily - Cathal Mullaney runs you through the latest news from the world of football. Subscribe to the 'OTB Football' podcast feed to hear the best Football analysis, interviews and stories from Off The Ball.

De Gea needed to go, Is Mason Mount a good fit for United? | Daniel Harris

July 11, 2023 09:40 - 21 minutes - 19.3 MB

Manchester United writer Daniel Harris joins OTB AM to chat United's latest dealings including De Gea's departure and Mount's arrival. 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.

De Gea needed to go, Is Mason Mount a good fit for United? | Danie Harris

July 11, 2023 09:40 - 21 minutes - 19.3 MB

Manchester United writer Daniel Harris joins OTB AM to chat United's latest dealings including De Gea's departure and Mount's arrival. 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.

Stephen Bradley and Rory Gaffney preview the Champions League

July 10, 2023 20:25 - 12 minutes - 11.6 MB

Shamrock Rovers make their first venture of the season into Europe on Tuesday night. Aisling O'Reilly caught up with manager Stephen Bradley and forward Rory Gaffney ahead of the game.

Football Daily: Carsley to speak to the FA, Knight on the move, new deal for McGregor

July 10, 2023 11:22 - 4 minutes - 4.28 MB

Welcome to Monday's Football Daily - Cathal Mullaney runs you through the latest news from the world of football. Subscribe to the 'OTB Football' podcast feed to hear the best Football analysis, interviews and stories from Off The Ball.

Ogbene's smart move, European challenge begins for Rovers | Vinny Perth

July 10, 2023 09:20 - 20 minutes - 9.59 MB

Former Dundalk manager, Vinny Perth was in studio to discuss League of Ireland clubs beginning they're Champions League journey and to talk some Irish transfers. 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.

Shane Keegan: LOI latest, sending an Irish side to Europe and transfer madness

July 08, 2023 15:00 - 28 minutes - 26 MB

Cobh Ramblers boss Shane Keegan joins OTB’s John Duggan to discuss the latest from the world of football in terms of transfers and results. They will discuss if Arsenal are getting the transfer market right, ask if Man United would be right in getting rid of goalkeeper David De Gea and look ahead to the European adventures of the League of Ireland sides which begin next week

Football Daily: Ireland reaction, Aoife Mannion on World Cup, League of Ireland tonight

July 07, 2023 12:30 - 8 minutes - 7.54 MB

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

EXCLUSIVE Aoife Mannion: Man Utd star speaks for first time since missing out on World Cup squad

July 07, 2023 09:10 - 25 minutes - 11.8 MB

Manchester United's Aoife Mannion joined OTB AM to reflect on last night's defeat for Ireland against France and tells the crew how she felt after missing out on Vera Pauw's World Cup squad. 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.

The COYGIG Pod Ep.75 | REACTION: Ireland 0-3 France | Blind optimism vs. reality, home-soil debuts & tactics, tactics, tactics!

July 07, 2023 07:15 - 29 minutes - 27.5 MB

Kathleen & Karen are once more along and full of energy (or maybe not..) for an early morning pod to reflect on a difficult night in Tallaght against France. 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 OTB Sports is in association with Cadbury, the official snack partner to the Republic of Ireland’s Women’s National Team. #CadburySupporterAndAHalf | @CadburyIreland

Vera Pauw and Kyra Carusa react after Ireland lose 3-0 to France

July 06, 2023 23:02 - 12 minutes - 11.5 MB

Ireland manager Vera Pauw and player of the match Kyra Carusa speak to Kathleen McNamee after Ireland lost 3-0 at home to France.

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.

Louise Quinn - In conversation with Brian O'Driscoll | Hampden Park emotions & World Cup expectation

July 06, 2023 14:00 - 23 minutes - 21.2 MB

In the fourth episode of 'In Conversation with Brian O'Driscoll', Republic of Ireland defender heading to the World Cup in Australia Louise Quinn joins Brian to discuss what went through her mind in Hampden Park, the expectations ahead of the World Cup and the state of women's sport in Ireland. In partnership with Guinness, ‘In Conversation with Brian O’Driscoll’ is celebrating and sharing stories from Ireland’s leading female athletes and sporting personalities. It’s all with thanks to Gui...

Football Daily: Ireland play France, Louise Quinn's new deal, Higgins to stay with Derry City

July 06, 2023 12:25 - 5 minutes - 5.02 MB

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

Tallaght World Cup send-off, Pauw reaction, Daly v Russo | Meabh De Burca

July 06, 2023 09:20 - 29 minutes - 13.4 MB

Former Republic of Ireland international, Meabh De Burca was in studio with Shane & Kathleen to look ahead to Ireland's World Cup send-off match against France and discuss England's forward options for the World Cup. 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.

ANDY MITTEN: Manchester United have a new number 7 & The David de Gea contract conundrum

July 05, 2023 20:00 - 22 minutes - 20.7 MB

United We Stand Editor, Andy Mitten joins Joe Molloy to discuss Mason Mount’s move from Chelsea to Manchester United and the speculation that Inter Milan goalkeeper Andre Onana will be heading to Old Trafford.