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Ep 69 – 2020 GAA Football All Stars Awards

January 21, 2021 21:24 - 58 minutes - 80.5 MB

We pick our GAA All Stars in the inaugural Tackling Sport Live GAA Football All Stars awards. Stephen Duff and Liam Hennelly joined us for plenty of debate. Links: bit.ly/34mlqiS

Ep 68 - Men's Body Image with Cormac Ryan and Eoin Kelly

January 18, 2021 06:36 - 1 hour - 90.9 MB

Men's body image is a topic we've always wanted to discuss on the show.  Two of our former guests, Cormac Ryan and Eoin Kelly, join Daniel for an hour long discussion on men's body image and our own personal stories. Cormac is a former Dublin Under-21 and Minor hurling goalkeeper who spoke very open and honestly on his own battle with food and body image on Ep 19. Eoin is a Wicklow Intermediate Championship winner and was involved with Wicklow at underage level. He told us his story on...

Ep 67: Premier League Fan Predictions - James Moffat (Leeds) v Ciaran McDermott (Liverpool)

January 15, 2021 06:16 - 33 minutes - 46 MB

We're back. Premier League fan predictions return with Ciaran looking to go for the three-in-a-row. Gers legend James Moffat is looking to break that trend. Three points for a correct score. One point for a correct result. Winner stays on. All our links: bit.ly/34mlqiS *Apologies, Fulham v Chelsea was switched from Friday night to Saturday evening earlier this week. Unfortunately when I was taking out the postponed Villa v Everton game, I also crossed out Fulham v Chelsea.*

Ep 66: Dublin v Mayo - All-Ireland Final Review with Stephen Duff

December 21, 2020 14:13 - 52 minutes - 72.4 MB

Portlaoise Senior Ladies Football manager Stephen Duff joins us once again to discuss Dublin's six-in-a-row. Will this Mayo team ever win an All-Ireland? Links: https://linktr.ee/tacklingsport 'Sleep Off' - Madison Front: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qmkSpjXMQe4 Merry Christmas from Tackling Sport. See you in the New Year!

Ep 65: Premier League Fan Predictions Christmas Special: James (Tottenham) v Ciarán (Liverpool)

December 18, 2020 00:35 - 42 minutes - 58.6 MB

We go through all 20 Premier League teams in just over 40 minutes. Big weekend ahead and we've brought back a fan's favourite from our first episode of PL predictions, Tottenham fan James Mouatt. He's up against Auckland and New Zealand's finest Ciarán McDermott. Links: https://linktr.ee/tacklingsport Subscribe to the show so you never miss an episode! @tacklingsport all social media

Ep 64: Dublin-Mayo matchups: All-Ireland final preview

December 17, 2020 16:39 - 46 minutes - 65.1 MB

Portlaoise Senior Ladies manager Stephen Duff joins us to preview the All-Ireland final. We go through the matchups for both Dublin and Mayo. Who will pick up Aidan O'Shea? Who marks Con O'Callaghan? Who's running after Brian Fenton all game? Tackling Sport links Pundit Arena articles: Dublin-Mayo combined team Dublin v Mayo greatest games Five changes hurling needs

Ep 63: Premier League Fan Predictions (Kevin Quinn v Ciarán McDermott)

December 10, 2020 20:38 - 43 minutes - 59.3 MB

Premier League fan predictions is back.  All 20 teams covered. Links: https://linktr.ee/tacklingsport

Ep 62: Rugby Sevens - Emma Murphy On Representing Ireland, Pathways, ACL

December 09, 2020 11:11 - 22 minutes - 31.2 MB

Delighted to be joined this week by Emma Murphy. Emma has represented Ireland Sevens in places like Dubai, Russia and Japan. She tells her story of how she got into rugby sevens. We also talk about the pathways that exist now to women's sport in Ireland and how that wasn't always the case. Emma suffered two ACLs on each leg and speaks about the recovery involved in coming back. She is currently playing Rugby Union with Railway. Links: https://linktr.ee/tacklingsport

Ep 61: FAI Cup Final Review; LGFA Mess, Dublin Ruthless, Mayo Sensational, Funding

December 06, 2020 23:42 - 54 minutes - 75.4 MB

We review a dramatic extra-time FAI Cup Final win for Dundalk. Dublin were dominant against Cavan with Brian Fenton, in particular, impressing.  There was also a brilliant performance from Mayo but can they put it up to the Dubs? We also touch briefly on the GAA funding debate and what does the future hold? 00:30 FAI Cup Final 13:05 GAA Links: https://linktr.ee/tacklingsport

Ep 60: Premier League Fan Predictions: MUTV - Kevin Quinn v Ryan Murphy

December 03, 2020 14:19 - 41 minutes - 56.8 MB

From all Liverpool a couple of weeks ago to all Manchester United this week, we go through all 20 teams (Villa and Newcastle aside) in the Premier League as champion Kevin takes on challenger Ryan. 3 points for a correct score. 1 point for a correct result. Winner stays on. Links: https://linktr.ee/tacklingsport

Ep 59: Dara O'Shea Interview - West Brom Irish International On His First Cap, Premier League, Slaven Bilic

December 02, 2020 06:06 - 31 minutes - 43.2 MB

Delighted to be joined this week by West Brom Ireland International Dara O'Shea. Dara spoke about playing in the Premier League and the step up from Championship. He talks passionately about getting his first senior international cap and what that meant to him. We also spoke about playing through Covid, Dublin Gaa, St. Judes and what exactly a typical week looks like for a Premier League footballer. Links: https://linktr.ee/tacklingsport

Ep 58: Joe Canning Sidelines, Waterford; Jurgen Klopp v Chris Wilder, Steve Bruce, Cavani Magic

November 30, 2020 14:22 - 47 minutes - 65.6 MB

Busy weekend of sport once again and we firstly focus on the two hurling semi-finals played out in an empty Croke Park on Saturday and Sunday. We chat about Waterford's comeback and how the usual suspects drove their comeback on. We then focus on Joe Canning and his sensational sideline cuts and why Henry Shefflin was out of order on The Sunday Game. 19:40 It's then Premier League chat and we spend the majority of the time focussing on Jurgen Klopp's interview with Des Kelly. Has he got ...

Ep 57: Premier League Fan Predictions: Matthew Murphy (Liverpool) v Kevin Quinn (Manchester United)

November 26, 2020 13:47 - 50 minutes - 69.4 MB

We look at all 20 teams once again for Premier League Fan Predictions. Matthew Murphy is back to go for 2-0 whereas challenger Kevin Quinn is seeking not to become the third member of the "you hate to see it" 0-1 club. Links: https://linktr.ee/tacklingsport

Ep 56: Ultrarunner David O'Connor On His Mental Health Journey, Shelbourne, Endurance Challenges

November 25, 2020 06:06 - 53 minutes - 74 MB

Delighted to be joined this week by Ultrarunner David O'Connor.   David talks to us very openly about his mental health journey, running away from his problems, working with Shelbourne and the various endurance challenges he has completed.   David's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/performance...   Tackling Sport links: https://linktr.ee/tacklingsport        

Ep 55: Tipperary And Cavan Sensational; Dublin's Leinster Dominance, How Do We Fix It?

November 23, 2020 12:37 - 53 minutes - 74.8 MB

Lively one today as we dissect an incredible Sunday of provincial final action. Tipperary and Cavan both ended long runs without provincial success. On the other side of that coin, we have Dublin winning 10 Leinster titles in a row, 15 in the last 16, with seemingly no end in sight. What can we do to fix this? Is it too late? Should they be allowed play all their games in Croke Park? Links: https://linktr.ee/tacklingsport

Ep 54: Premier League Fan Predictions - Matthew Murphy v Emmet Deeney (Liverpool Fan TV)

November 19, 2020 12:01 - 45 minutes - 63 MB

We cover all 20 teams as the two Liverpool fans predict each game. Links: https://linktr.ee/tacklingsport

Ep 53: Motus Learning - Eoin Kelly On Winning Intermediate Championship, Wicklow U21, Mental Fitness

November 18, 2020 06:00 - 1 hour - 102 MB

Eoin Kelly (Motus Learning) joins us to talk about his own journey in GAA, from being on the Wicklow U21 team to not quite making the senior team. He then spoke about his relationship with sport currently and winning the Wicklow Intermediate Football Championship with Donard/Glenn GAA Club. Eoin speaks passionately about working with Motus Learning and why we should all look to improve our mental fitness, not just our physical fitness. Motus Learning: https://motuslearning.com/ Links...

Ep 52: The Masters - Reaction with Talk Birdie To Me Podcast

November 15, 2020 21:29 - 51 minutes - 70.7 MB

We review the 2020 Masters with Talk Birdie To Me host Shane O'Connell.

Ep 51: Dublin v Laois, Mayo's All-Ireland Quest, Michael Murphy, Hurling; James Lowe's Inclusion

November 12, 2020 10:39 - 51 minutes - 70.3 MB

Bumper weekend of GAA knockout football and hurling so we do our best to get it all in. Portlaoise Senior Ladies Manager Stephen Duff joins us so naturally we have to start with Dublin v Laois. Is there anything Laois can do to upset the Dubs? Spoiler: Probably not. We move on to Mayo v Galway then and does this style of knockout football really play into Mayo's hands? There's then talk of Michael Murphy's role and what his best position is. Can you clone him? We also chat about the ...

Ep 50 LIVE Masters Preview with Malachy Clerkin (Irish Times)

November 10, 2020 12:27 - 1 hour - 89.8 MB

Being Masters week, and our 50th episode, we look ahead to one of golf's biggest weeks of the year with Malachy Clerkin of the Irish Times. - Masters memories - Bryson DeChambeau's project - Rory McIlroy's Grand Slam - Shane Lowry - Q&A - Our picks Subscribe to the show so you don't miss an episode! Links: https://linktr.ee/tacklingsport

Ep 49: Kerry Management, Mayo Knockout Football; VAR, Jack Grealish, Championship Strikers

November 09, 2020 10:52 - 54 minutes - 75.6 MB

We look back on Cork's sensational last minute win over Kerry which, unbelievably, knocks Kerry out of the championship. Is this the end of the road for Peter Keane? Is knockout football suiting Mayo? We discuss whether this year's format may be exactly what Mayo need to win that coveted All-Ireland. We try our best not to talk about VAR but end up discussing it too much. Has it gone too far not to the point of no return? We then spend the rest of the time discussing Jack Grealish and ...

Ep 48: Premier League Fan Predictions – Doug Bell (Manchester United) v Emmet Deeney (Liverpool)

November 05, 2020 15:29 - 39 minutes - 54.4 MB

We look ahead to the weekend’s Premier League action, covering all 20 teams. 3pts for correct score.  1pt for correct result.  Winner stays on. Everyone knows the rules.  Links: https://linktr.ee/tacklingsport

Ep 47: Dessie Farrell, Mayo Contenders, Kerry's Hunger, Cork's Underachieving; Houston Open

November 05, 2020 14:30 - 28 minutes - 39.8 MB

We take a look to the weekend's GAA action discussing All-Ireland contenders Dublin, Kerry, Mayo and why Cork have underachieved in both codes for so long.  Links: https://linktr.ee/tacklingsport

Ep 46: Peter Bleksley Interview - Undercover, Hooliganism, Hillsborough, Supporting QPR, Manhunt: Finding Kevin Parle

November 04, 2020 06:00 - 1 hour - 146 MB

We were delighted to be joined this week by author, broadcaster and former police officer Peter Bleksley. Peter spoke to us about growing up supporting Queen's Park Rangers as well as his love for boxing and cricket. We also chatted at length about football hooliganism with a particular look at recent events over the last couple of years. Peter speaks very passionately about the Hillsborough tragedy and the coverage of it in the years after.  Peter finishes by telling us about his cu...

Ep 45: Ole's Lack Of Identity, VAR, Mickey Harte, Dub Hurlers, Johnny Sexton

November 02, 2020 13:43 - 1 hour - 89.1 MB

We review the weekend's action.  There's Manchester United v Arsenal and Ole's lack of an identity when it comes to a style of play. What has Arteta done that Ole hasn't? We take an early look ahead to Manchester City v Liverpool next week in a game that has previously decided the title race.  There's also more talk of VAR decisions, super saints and our weekly Steve Bruce shoutout.  We discuss Donegal's win over Tyrone and what this means for Mickey Harte's future. There's also a ...

Ep 44: GAA Inter-County Championship, Six Nations Preview, Padraig Harrington

October 29, 2020 13:33 - 30 minutes - 41.4 MB

What a weekend of sport so we look ahead to the GAA action, Six Nations final weekend and Padraig Harrington playing in the Bermuda Championship.  All links: https://linktr.ee/tacklingsport

Ep 43: Premier League Fan Predictions (Seán Gibney v Douglas Bell)

October 29, 2020 13:22 - 48 minutes - 67.3 MB

Premier League fan predictions return as champion Seán takes on challenger Doug. 3pts correct score 1pt correct result Winner stays on. Everyone knows the rule.

Ep 42: Aodhán Ó Ríordáin Interview: Italia 90, League of Ireland, Dublin GAA, Football Walking Tour

October 28, 2020 06:00 - 1 hour - 106 MB

We were joined this week by Labour TD for Dublin Bay North, Party Spokesperson on Education, Enterprise & Trade Aodhán Ó Ríordáin. Aodhán chats to us about his earliest sporting memories including Italia 90 and the Jack Charlton era. There was then the 1991 four game saga between Dublin and Meath which ended in agony for Dublin supporters. We chat about the barren years between 1995-2011 for Dublin GAA and how sweet it was to finally win the All-Ireland once again.  We also chat abou...

Ep 41: Frank & Ole Under Pressure, Liverpool Vulnerable, Shamrock Rovers, Neil Lennon, Kerry, Six Nations

October 26, 2020 14:55 - 1 hour - 57.1 MB

We review a busy weekend of sport covering the Premier League, League of Ireland, GAA and Six Nations. Ole and Frank played out a 0-0 stablemate in a game neither manager wanted to lose. Which one of the teams are in the better shape to finish higher this season? Have Sheffield United show the Premier League the template to play against this new, Van Djikless, Liverpool team? Can Shamrock Rovers back up their League of Ireland success to start aiming at a group stage of a European comp...

Ep 40: Weekend Preview - Premier League Predictions (Sean v Shane), Dundalk, GAA Covid Walkovers, Six Nations, Irish Women's Euro 2021

October 22, 2020 12:44 - 1 hour - 88.5 MB

Busy weekend ahead once again so we have a longer than usual preview for this episode. Reigning Tackling Sport Premier League Fan Predictions Champion Shane Sexton is going for 3 wins in a row this week. The challenger he faces, is none other than his neighbour, Sean Gibney. Sean has supported a few clubs over the years but has gone back to his first love and boyhood club Manchester United in recent months. We go through all ten games in the first part of the show.  We then look ahead ...

Ep 39: Sean Treacy Chat (Cuala / Dublin) - Hurling, All-Irelands, Club Family, Inter-County, Balance, Ole, Tom Brady

October 21, 2020 05:05 - 1 hour - 90.2 MB

We had a chat with two time All-Ireland club winner Sean Treacy on those back to back All-Ireland successes and the Cuala family.  From initial underage disappointment to ultimate success in both hurling and football, Sean focussed on Senior Hurling and has been part of five Dublin SHC in the last six years.  There's also talk of Ole, Tom Brady, Kinder bars and who will win the Masters.  Please follow / subscribe to the show! Links: https://linktr.ee/tacklingsport

Ep 38: Spurs West Ham Finish, Van Dijk Injury, GAA Streaming, Championship Looms, Simon Zebo

October 19, 2020 05:36 - 36 minutes - 50.4 MB

Another busy weekend of sport and we start by looking at the Premier League action.  Spurs were leading West Ham 3-0 after 82 minutes. Yet somehow, managed to not come away with points. Why can't Jose seem to sure up this leaky defence.  Liverpool's title challenge was dealt a massive blow with the injuries to Van Djik and Thiago. They may have to go back to the "we'll score more than you" mantra they had pre Alisson and Van Djik.  Another successful weekend of GAA streaming with GAA G...

Ep 37: Should GAA Inter-County Championships Be Going Ahead? LGFA v Camogie, GPA Statement; Return Of Premier League Fan Predictions

October 15, 2020 11:42 - 50 minutes - 68.9 MB

Portlaoise Senior Ladies Football manager Stephen Duff joins us on the line to discuss club championships being called off and the ramifications for the club player. We also chat about the LGFA v Camogie split that doesn't recognise the needs of a dual player. We discuss John Fogarty's Irish Examiner piece which details the questions that the GPA will ask its members: “Which of the following options reflects your opinion for the upcoming 2020 Season? 1) I want the season to proceed. ...

Ep 36: Finland v Ireland Live Reaction - Positives To Take, Young Players, Style Of Play, Obafemi Exclusion with Oisin McQueirns (Pundit Arena)

October 14, 2020 20:48 - 44 minutes - 61.5 MB

We went live on our social channels straight after the game to chat about the positives Stephen Kenny could take from his first 5 games in charge. We looked at some of the Euro 2016 heroes performances in Jack Hendrick and Robbie Brady while also looking at the new guard including Dara O'Shea, Jason Knight and Jayson Molumby.  There's also the role of Shane Long, Obafemi's exclusion and are we really better off being relegated to League C of the Nations League for a better qualifying cha...

Ep 35: Johnny Walker (UFC) - Ryan Spann Win, John Kavanagh, Making Weight, Mental Health, Irish Connection

October 14, 2020 05:06 - 43 minutes - 59.8 MB

This week, we are delighted to be joined by UFC superstar Johnny Walker. Johnny is currently ranked #9 in the UFC Light Heavyweight Division.  He chats to us about his recent win over Ryan Spann, his UFC journey to date, light heavyweight ambitions and preparing for fights. Johnny is currently training with SBG Ireland and John Kavanagh and he tells us how that partnership was a big factor in his return to form. We also talk about mental health and how he has managed to deal with all...

Ep 34: AIL Rugby, Tyrell Hatton, Bryson's Bombs, Ireland v Wales, Jack Byrne Exclusion, Scott McTominay CB, Jim McGuinness Returns

October 11, 2020 23:14 - 47 minutes - 65.6 MB

We discuss the weekend's action including Tyrell Hatton's BMW PGA win and why the hoodies he wore to victory was such a big deal in the world of golf. Bryson is practicing with a 48 inch drive which will debut at Augusta. Should we be nervous for the future of golf? Stephen Kenny's preparations have been hit with injuries and Covid regulations. How has he fared overall in his 4 games in charge? Jack Byrne is the only outfield player in the squad not to feature so far. Do frustrated Lea...

Ep 33: LIVE Slovakia v Ireland - Heartbreaking Penalty Loss, Positives To Take, Creating Chances, Passing The Ball, Look Ahead To The Future

October 08, 2020 23:34 - 35 minutes - 48.5 MB

On a heartbreaking night for the Irish team, we look at the positives Stephen Kenny can take going into the next two Nations League games and beyond. Cian O'Hannigan joins us for a live reaction straight after the shootout to discuss Ireland's link up play and how excited can we be off the back of this performance. We end the show with Madison Front's new single 'Otherside' (which didn't manage to play properly on the live stream but does here!).  'Otherside' - Madison Front https://ww...

Ep 32: Slovakia v Ireland Discussion - Oisin McQueirns (Pundit Arena) On A Big Night Ahead For Stephen Kenny

October 07, 2020 05:05 - 42 minutes - 58.3 MB

Ireland travel to Bratislava to take on Slovakia in a behind closed doors play off game. The winner will be just one game away from Euro 2020 (2021) We discuss the Stephen Kenny project and performance v results. Will fans be patient? Calum Robinson scored 2 goals against Chelsea in the Premier League - does he deserve to start? What is our best midfield 3? Who should make up our front 3? Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/tacklingsport Twitter: https://twitter.com/tacklingsport ...

Ep 31: Premier League Review - Crazy Weekend, Live Episode, Goals, Defence, Maguire, Shaw, Pogba, Gomez; Dundalk, Padraig Harrington

October 05, 2020 06:06 - 1 hour - 93.5 MB

We'll do it live.  We reviewed a bonkers weekend of Premier League action in our special live show last night on YouTube, Facebook and Twitter last night.  There's chat on an incredible 7-2 win for Aston Villa at home to the champions. What does this all mean for the league going forward? Is Ole now a problem at United and would he get a job at another Premier League club? Where should he play Pogba? Is Maguire good enough? We start the show with a mention to Padraig Harrington's Sco...

Ep 30: Premier League Fan Preview - James (Tottenham) v Shane (Man Utd); Diarmuid Connolly's Retirement

October 01, 2020 05:07 - 37 minutes - 52 MB

James Mouatt (Tottenham) was the winner of our inaugural Premier League Fan Predictions and comes back to regain his crown against Shane Sexton (Man Utd). The four of us look ahead to a big weekend in the Premier League. Can Frank find the right starting XI? Can Everton keep relying on Jordan Pickford? Will European football slow down Leicester's momentum this season? Do Manchester United regret letting Jose go?  Can Spurs challenge the top 4? News of Diarmuid Connolly's retire...

Ep 29: Ayman Ben Mohamed - League Of Ireland Career, Representing Tunisia, African Cup Of Nations, African Champions League, Le Havre Ligue 2

September 30, 2020 05:06 - 37 minutes - 51 MB

Ayman Ben Mohammad joins us to chat about his career so far - from Belfield to an African Champions League Final and everything in between.  Ayman played for UCD, Longford Town and Bohemians in the League of Ireland before a call came to play for Espérance de Tunis in Tunisia. A call up to the national team followed and Ayman has gone on to earn 12 caps for Tunisia. Ayman also had to go through a cruciate injury which was tough for him mentally but ultimately allowed him to refocus on hi...

Ep 28: Is The Game Gone? Handballs, Jose v Ole, Pep's 5th Season; Dundalk In Europe, Jack Byrne, Ballymun Fulfil Their Potential, John Catlin's Irish Open Win

September 28, 2020 05:36 - 42 minutes - 58.2 MB

Is the game gone? Probably not but we give our take on the handball rule and what should happen going forward.  There's also Jose v Ole. Will either bite again before Sunday's game? Pep Guardiola enters his 5th season at a club for the first time. Are we right to be a small bit concerned? Dundalk face a crucial €3m European game on Thursday at the Aviva but should they have had to play against Shamrock Rovers last night? Has Jack Byrne done enough to get into Stephen Kenny's Irish sq...

Ep 27: Weekend Preview: Premier League, Irish Players To Watch, Shamrock Rovers, Irish Open, Dublin SFC Final; PL Predictions (James v Cian)

September 24, 2020 06:07 - 46 minutes - 63.6 MB

Busy show this week for our lookahead to the sports weekend.  Premier League lookahead where we cover Ole Gunnar Solskjaer, Harry Maguire, David DeGea, Jordan Pickford, Frank Lampard, N'Golo Kante, Pep Guardiola, Jose Mourinho and Jurgen Klopp amongst other things.  Irish players to watch out for in Championship / League 1.  Can Shamrock Rovers not only win the league this year but bring that same form into the Champions League 9 months later?  We chat about Shane Lowry and Padraig H...

Ep 26: GAA Club / County Split Season - Stephen Duff (Portlaoise Senior Ladies Football Manager) On GAA Calendar, CPA, Championship Structure, Streaming Services

September 23, 2020 05:06 - 53 minutes - 73.3 MB

Laois' very own Stephen Duff joins us to discuss the potential GAA club / county split season.  We discuss the CPA's proposals, our own calendar format, championship structure, streaming services and club football.  There's also a potential festival of football on the August Bank Holiday and has the CPA (Club Player's Association) served its members well?  01:33 Stephen Duff (GAA Split Season) 03:15 Club Streaming Services 11:00 Club / County Split Season 14:08 CPA's Proposals: ht...

Ep 25: Weekend Review - Irish Premier League Takeover, VAR Handballs, Too Many Goals, LOI In Europe; Bryson's US Open Demolition, Leinster Defeat, Sam Bennett & Cuala Champs

September 21, 2020 05:36 - 42 minutes - 59 MB

Our first weekend review as we look back at the weekend's sport action.  Controversial last couple of days in the Premier League we chat about the Irish players starting to get game time in the league. VAR handballs and have we gone too far? Are there too many goals? We also discuss Rovers and Dundalk's recent performances in Europe and can Dundalk get to the play off round? Bryson DeChambeau destroyed the US Open field in such a manner that the future of golf is under question due to ...

Ep 24: Premier League Chat, Transfers, US Open Golf, Champions Cup

September 17, 2020 14:06 - 53 minutes - 73.4 MB

We look ahead to the weekend's sports action with a particular focus on the Premier League. We discuss the latest Gareth Bale and Thiago moves, discuss Liverpool's defence, Pep Guardiola, Jose Mourinho, Aubameyang's new contract, Manchester United and Everton's renewed hope for this season. There's also a look ahead to Leinster Saracens, Redzone and we preview the US Open at Winged Foot. 01:00 Gareth Bale 03:50 Thiago 06:48 Liverpool v Leeds Review 12:00 Manchester United  15:5...

Ep 23: NFL Chat - Aidan O'Sullivan (Matchbook) On Odds Compiling, Jets, Redzone, Playoffs, Quarterbacks, SuperBowl LV Winner

September 16, 2020 05:16 - 48 minutes - 66.9 MB

Matchbook's Aidan O'Sullivan joins us to chat about American Football.  We talk about Matchbook's weekly NFL show, odds compiling, supporting the Jets, Redzone, playoffs and quarterbacks. He also gives us his pick for SuperBowl LV in February!  Follow Aidan here: https://twitter.com/Sully_Matchbook Follow Matchbook Podcast here: https://twitter.com/matchbookpod Lamar Jackson 2019 MVP highlights here because why not? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tI8rt9nwZ8A 01:26 Aidan O'Sulliv...

Ep 22: James Power - Ireland's Youngest Professional Boxer In History On Training, Mexico Fights, Leaving Cert, Mindset, Ambitions

September 14, 2020 06:41 - 39 minutes - 54.5 MB

Ireland's youngest professional boxer in history, 19 year old James Power, is our guest this week. We chat with James about turning pro at 17, balancing boxing with school, training, mindset and his ambitions over the next few years. What was it like making his debut at 17 in Tijuana? How did he balance this with his Leaving Cert? How does he constantly train his mind for fights? At 19, what are his goals over the next few years? You can follow James' story here: https://www.instagram....

Ep 21: Premier League Preview - Club by Club, Transfers, Fantasy League, Where will every club finish?

September 10, 2020 05:06 - 1 hour - 85.9 MB

For our first Thursday show, we preview the start of the Premier League this weekend. We go club by club and give our prediction on where every club will finish. Huge debate at both ends of the table. We also preview the first edition of the Tackling Sport Fantasy Premier League Private League. To join enter code: zfwu13  00:58 Behind Closed Doors 02:45 Liverpool / Manchester City 07:24 Chelsea's Transfers 12:45 Ole's Manchester United 20:11 Arteta's Arsenal 26:00 All or Noth...

Ep 20: Conor Farrell (Former Bath Rugby Academy Physio); Steve Bennett's Stage 10 Tour De France Win, Noel King's Ireland U21 Record

September 09, 2020 05:05 - 35 minutes - 48.9 MB

For today's show, we speak to former Bath Rugby Academy Physiotherapist Conor Farrell. Conor chats to us about his experience working in Bath's Academy, his own rugby career (including representing Ireland in rugby league) and warm up myths. We ask, do the best players always make it out of an Academy? There's also chat about Sam Bennett's Stage 10 Tour De France win, Ireland Under 21s and Noel King's comments on Stephen Kenny's first two games. https://extra.ie/2020/09/07/sport/socce...

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