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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.

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.

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

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.

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.

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.

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 7:30am across Off The Ball.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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 Ireland’s Women’s National Team. #CadburySupporterAndAHalf | @CadburyIreland
Kathleen McNamee joins John Duggan from Ireland camp in Australia as the Denise O'Sullivan story continues to develop.

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.

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.

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.

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 Kerry garlic footballer Paul Galvin and he also talks about playing against the club you love, scoring goals and Shelbourne. Cobh Ramblers attacker Liam Kervick's enjoying life on loan as he's started to find the net on a more regular basis. He talks about confidence, how good support helps and an overnight in Donegal.

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 Kerry garlic footballer Paul Galvin and he also talks about playing against the club you love, scoring goals and Shelbourne. Cobh Ramblers attacker Liam Kervick's enjoying life on loan as he's started to find the net on a more regular basis. He talks about confidence, how good support helps and an overnight in Donegal.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.
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

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.

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.

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

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

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 midfielder Darren Craven on stepping up from Leinster Senior League and fending off play-off spot challengers.

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.

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 Guinness. Always drink responsibly. Get the facts. Be drinkaware. Visit drinkaware.ie.

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.

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.

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.

Tim Vickery joined Joe Molloy to discuss Carlo Ancelotti's reported move to become the next Brazil manager as well as the reasons why Brazil are not creating their own manager prospects anymore.

Welcome to Wednesday'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.

Republic of Ireland and Southampton goalkeeper Gavin Bazunu joined Shane Hannon for a chat at the Shamrock Rovers Academy at Roadstone. They talked Stephen Kenny criticism, Southampton’s relegation, his favourite saves, and lessons in psychology. It came as Shamrock Rovers Football Club launched an internal club initiative called The Boot Room. This social initiative is aimed at educating young players in valuing and looking after their prized matchday equipment – their boots! The Boot Room unit itself has been built and sits next to the dressing rooms in the Academy facility at Roadstone. Bazunu himself has donated €5,000 worth of boots to kick things off.

Welcome to Tuesday'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.

Football writer, Jonathan Wilson joined Shane & Johnny on OTB AM to discuss the impact of the Saudi movement in football. 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.

Welcome to Monday'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.

Vinny Perth joined Shane and Johnny on OTB AM to discuss the League of Ireland title race and some of the impressive young talent in the 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.
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