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Republic of Ireland women's national team boss Carla Ward was speaking to Ruairi O'Hagan of Red FM on their visit to Midleton FC on Monday night. Reflecting on her first year in the role and the work done to build a clear on- and off-pitch identity. High praise for Denise O’Sullivan amid her transfer to Liverpool as both a player and a person. Looking ahead to major tests against France and the Netherlands, embracing underdog status. The significance of Páirc Uí Chaoimh and the desire to bring big Ireland games back to Cork. Thoughts on League of Ireland challenges, squad development, and strengthening the backroom team. Become a member and sign up at offtheball.com/join
Welcome to a time-travel podcast diving into football’s greatest almost moments — the transfers that came within touching distance of reality, Richie McCormack's Sliding Doors. Sliding Doors goes beyond rumours and gossip to uncover deals that were genuinely on the table Each episode explores how one decision could have reshaped clubs, careers, and the entire football landscape From whispered negotiations to official bids, this is the anatomy of football’s biggest “what ifs” Think Michael Laudrup to Liverpool, Robert Lewandowski to Blackburn… and yes, Ronaldo to Rangers This episode rewinds to the summer of 1997 — Britpop excess, post-Eurovision Ireland, and a transfer market on the brink of chaos A 20-year-old Ronaldo Nazário is tearing La Liga apart and attracting every giant in European football Barcelona, Inter, Lazio… and astonishingly, Glasgow Rangers enter the race With Champions League ambition and serious financial muscle, Rangers launch a sensational bid Inside the negotiations, the contracts, the Nike influence, and the offer that would’ve shocked world football What would it have meant for Scottish football, European competition, and the 1998 World Cup? One signature. One fax. One sliding door — and football history might have looked very different Become a member and sign up at offtheball.com/join
Phil Egan & Keith Treacy bring you all of the reaction from The Tottenham Hotspur Stadium as Arsenal came out the real winners in a clash between Spurs & Man City. A spirited comeback from Thomas Frank’s man was rounded off by a truly WONDERFUL scorpion kick by Dominic Solanke! The Sunday Kickback on Off The Ball with William Hill Ireland.
The two Doyle's are in studio for the first of today's Sunday Kickbacks after their live commentary of a thrilling late win for Manchester United against Fulham in Old Trafford. The Sunday Kickback is on OTB with William Hill Ireland.
Celtic book their place in the Europa League play-off round with a 4–2 home win over Utrecht Martin O’Neill reflects on Celtic’s European progress and the work paying off O’Neill also gives his thoughts on former Hoops striker Robbie Keane’s early coaching success at Ferencváros Nottingham Forest hammer Ferencváros as Sean Dyche reacts to a dominant European night Aston Villa stage a thrilling comeback win as Unai Emery hails a strong group-stage finish Sliding Doors podcast launches Monday, exploring football’s strangest almost-transfers Episode one reveals how Ronaldo nearly swapped Barcelona for Rangers Arne Slot provides injury updates on Jeremie Frimpong and Ibrahima Konaté ahead of Newcastle Premier League managers react to injury concerns, squad sizes, and looming transfer deadline drama Transfer moves, loans, and late-window decisions across the UK — plus a Scottish striker heading to Serie A Become a member and sign up at offtheball.com/join
Michael McCarthy is joined in studio by Shane Hannon and David Wilson for this week's Final One Standing, with a look ahead to this weekend's packed slate of Premier League fixtures, following the final matchday of the Champions League. They are also joined on the line by Lee Phelps of William Hill The Final One Standing on Off The Ball with William Hill
Michael McCarthy is joined in studio by Shane Hannon and David Wilson for this week's Final One Standing, with a look ahead to this weekend's packed slate of Premier League fixtures, following the final matchday of the Champions League. They are also joined on the line by Lee Phelps of William Hill The Final One Standing on Off The Ball with William Hill
Will O'Callaghan is joined by Ben Symes to round up some of the voices we heard at the LOI 2026 Launch in Whelan's on Wednesday afternoon. In this episode you can hear from Michael Duffy, Alan Reynolds, Dawson Devoy, Kevin Doherty, Padraig Amond, Brendan Clarke and a feature interview with Shelbourne FC Women's star Pearl Slattery. The full interviews with every clubs representatives will follow on your OTB Podcast feeds over the next few weeks!
Stephen Doyle caught up with Shelbourne Captain Pearl Slattery yesterday at the LOI 2026 Season Launch to look ahead at the new season as the Dublin club enter this edition of the Women's Premier Division with a new Manager in Sean Russell. Pearl also talks about the tough season they had last year, ultimately losing out on both FAI Cup and league title.
Richie McCormack chats to Will O’Callaghan about his new Off The Ball original podcast Sliding Doors, a brand new 6-part series detailing football transfers that almost happened… but didn’t. Episode one will be released this Monday telling the story of Ronaldo and how he nearly ended up in Scotland with… Glasgow Rangers. Subscribe in your OTB Football Podcast feed to not miss an episode each and every Monday. Become a member and sign up at offtheball.com/join
Dramatic final night of Champions League action across Europe Five Premier League sides secure direct passage to the last 16 Benfica snatch qualification with a 98th-minute goalkeeper header Jose Mourinho reacts to one of the most remarkable moments of his career Liverpool, Chelsea, Tottenham, Arsenal and Man City all progress Newcastle face a Champions League play-off despite drawing with PSG Bodo/Glimt continue their fairytale run with a win over Atletico Madrid Celtic gear up for a must-win Europa League clash with FC Utrecht Europa League updates including Ferencváros, Aston Villa and Roma Stephen Kenny looks ahead to the new League of Ireland season Become a member and sign up at offtheball.com/join
Ger Gilroy, Colm Boohig & Dara Smith-Naughton bring you all of the latest sport thing news the morning after an absolutely outrageous end to the league phase of the Champions League - with a certain Jose Mourinho stealing the headlines once again! There is also chat around the loss of both Bundee Aki & Hugo Keenan ahead of Ireland’s Six Nations opener this day next week… Catch The Off The Ball Breakfast show LIVE weekday mornings from 7:30am or just search for Off The Ball Breakfast and get the podcast on the Off The Ball app. SUBSCRIBE at OffTheBall.com/join Off The Ball Breakfast is live weekday mornings from 7:30am across Off The Ball
On Wednesday's Football Daily, Phil Egan has the latest ahead of a huge final night of Champions League action. Pep Guardiola on his top 8 ambitions. Mikel Arteta on not panicking. Christian Norgaard on lack of appearances at the Gunners. Thomas Frank on the Champions League run. Eddie Howe on Newcastle injury worries. Luis Enrique on PSG revenge. Liam Rosenior on the Cole Palmer links to Manchester United. Antonio Conte on the differences between Chelsea and Napoli. Should more football be played in the summer? Owen Elding's transfer to Hibernian. And Denise O'Sullivan on leaving the US for Liverpool. Become a member and subscribe at offtheball.com/join
Athlone Town Manager John Sullivan and Captain Hannah Waesch joined Will O'Callaghan earlier today at the LOI 2026 Season launch to look ahead at the 2025 Double winner's campaign to defend their status as the top team in Irish Women's Football.
Shamrock Rovers manager Stephen Bradley joined Stephen Doyle at the 2026 LOI Season launch earlier today to look ahead at the upcoming season as the Hoops look to defend both the Premier Division and the FAI Cup as well as qualify for the League Phase of a European Competition for the third year in a row.
Former Ireland and current St Patrick's Athletic manager Stephen Kenny joined Will O'Callaghan earlier on during the LOI Launch to discuss the upcoming Premier Division season as well as the current debate over Summer schedules and the race for European qualification.
Former LOI boss, current member of the Wexford hurling management ticket & head of games at Laois GAA - Shane Keegan - joins Ger Gilroy & Colm Boohig on the line to talk all things grassroots football in Ireland, following on from this weekend’s Football Saturday conversation! Shane makes the case as to why a compulsory switch to summer football is not quite as simple as it seems & may cause more problems than perhaps are being recognised… Catch The Off The Ball Breakfast show LIVE weekday mornings from 7:30am or just search for Off The Ball Breakfast and get the podcast on the Off The Ball app. SUBSCRIBE at OffTheBall.com/join Off The Ball Breakfast is live weekday mornings from 7:30am across Off The Ball
Denise O'Sullivan joins Eoin this evening to talk about her huge move to WSL side Liverpool, what it means for the Irish Women's National Team, and her experiences so far at the club Football on Off The Ball with William Hill
Join Matthew Brennan, Ben Symes and David Wilson as they delve into the biggest stories this week in the world of Irish football. Alan Browne has had one of the better seasons of the Irish players in the English Championship and Matthew calls for his inclusion in the next ROI squad. Also Matthew goes through his Irish EFL team of the week, and what players could step up in the future to don the green shirt. Eiran Cashin's resurgence at Blackburn Rovers is a positive but how high is his ceiling? Owen Elding is the latest young prodigy to make the move across to the UK, but did the Bit O'Red get hard done by a measly transfer fee? Jack Moylan has made the move in recent years, and is finding his feet at Lincoln City. There is debate around summer football and the FAI pathways plan. Is there enough investment into football facilities in the country? Do other sports hold too much sway over football in the country, and why can't we all just get along? And with Donald Trump's America continuing to grab the headlines globally, we ponder do we even need to be there at the World Cup in the first place? And as ever, we are looking for your inspiration to help us, fancy getting in touch? You can do so by emailing [email protected] Contact us on socials @offtheball across all our platforms. Or if you want to contact us directly message the @offtheball.football account on Instagram. And as ever, we are on WhatsApp on 087 9 180 180. Become a member and sign up at offtheball.com/join
Kathleen McNamee is joined by Karen Duggan to chat through a weekend which saw Manchester City fly nine points ahead in the Women's Super League while the bottom four saw some interesting results in what is turning into an intriguing relegation race. The COYGIG Pod on Off The Ball is in association with Cadbury, the official snack partner to the Republic of Ireland’s Women’s National Team. #CadburySupporterAndAHalf | @CadburyIreland
Eoin Sheahan is joined this evening by Virgin Media's Tommy Martin to discuss what he has called the "ill-fated" FAI Pathways Plan, and the need to reevaluate the soccer calendar to ensure that kids are not going months without playing because of poor weather conditions impacting pitches. Football on Off The Ball with William Hill
On Tuesday's Football Daily, Phil Egan has the latest as an LOI star, Owen Elding looks set to leave Sligo Rovers to join Hibernian in Scotland. Elding on his way to Hibs. Everton come back to earn a point. Leeds happy with where they are. Thierno Barry's continued red-hot run. Should there be pressure on Mikel Arteta as Arsenal boss? Michael Carrick to be missing a key player who could also miss a potential clash with Ireland. Transfer window heats up. And Joe Murphy on a storied career in the EFL and Premier League. Become a member and subscribe at offtheball.com/join
Colm Boohig sits down with the ever-fascinating John Bishop ahead of the release of ‘Is This Thing On?’ - a movie inspired by his life, starring Will Arnett, Laura Dern & Bradley Cooper, among others! There’s chat around the movie itself, John’s favourite comedians, his love for Tommy Tiernan as well as love for Liverpool - and how impressed he was with Ronnie Whelan! Catch The Off The Ball Breakfast show LIVE weekday mornings from 7:30am or just search for Off The Ball Breakfast and get the podcast on the Off The Ball app. SUBSCRIBE at OffTheBall.com/join Off The Ball Breakfast is live weekday mornings from 7:30am across Off The Ball
On Monday's Football Daily, Phil Egan has the latest as Manchester United shock Arsenal to move into the top 4 of the Premier League. Glorious Matheus Cunha strike. Patrick Dorgu's thunderbolt. Arsenal's goal-scoring worries. Arteta on the pressure of the Arsenal crowd. Michael Carrick on a whirlwind few weeks. Roy Keane on who should be in the United hot-seat full time. Patrick Vieira on Arsenal's title credentials. Martin O'Neill on a strong Celtic showing. Eddie Howe on Bruno Guimaraes' fitness and his hopeful comeback. Unai Emery on chasing Manchester City and Arsenal. A good day for Nottingham Forest. David Moyes on the striking options at Everton. And Evan Ferguson an unused substitute for Roma in their draw with AC Milan. Become a member and subscribe at offtheball.com/join
Stephen Doyle & Gary Breen bring you all of the reaction from The Emirates as Michael Carrick’s Manchester United pulled off a SHOCK win over Arsenal courtesy of a couple of remarkable goals from Patrick Dorgu & Matheus Cunha - seeing Arsenal end the weekend just 4 points clear at the top! The Sunday Kickback on Off The Ball with William Hill Ireland.
Phil Egan & Brian Kerr are on hand to bring you all of the reaction from Selhurst Park as Chelsea recorded a comfortable victory over their London rivals Crystal Palace! The Sunday Kickback on Off The Ball w/ William Hill Ireland.
On Friday's Football Daily, Phil Egan has the latest as Evan Ferguson puts in a strong showing for Roma in the Europa League. Will Ferguson stay in the Italian capital? Martin O'Neill on a strong Celtic showing. Eddie Howe on Bruno Guimaraes' fitness. Unai Emery on chasing the Europa League dream. A miserable night for Nottingham Forest. Nuno on Lucas Paquetá future. Robbie Keane's Ferencvaros keep fighting in the Europa League. And Trinity Rodman breaks records. Become a member and subscribe at offtheball.com/join
Will send on a title for the full piece shortly, but here's a description that'll work for both: Ger Gilroy is joined in studio by Ben Symes and David Wilson for this week’s Final One Standing, looking ahead to an action-packed weekend of the Premier League, after a chaotic Champions League week. They are also joined by Lee Phelps of William Hill. The Final One Standing on Off The Ball with William Hill.
Ger Gilroy is joined in studio by Ben Symes and David Wilson for this week’s Final One Standing, looking ahead to an action-packed weekend of the Premier League, after a chaotic Champions League week. They are also joined by Lee Phelps of William Hill. The Final One Standing on Off The Ball with William Hill.
On Thursday's Football Daily, Phil Egan has the latest as Liverpool record a big win away in France against Marseille, and Newcastle and Chelsea take leaps towards the next round. Arne Slot on Liverpool luck. Taking on Jamie Carragher. Eddie Howe on the PSG challenge. Liam Rosenior on a tough night for Chelsea against Pafos. Bayern's Kane just keeps on scoring. Celtic have a huge European night ahead of them in Italy. Robbie Keane's Ferencvaros take on Panathanaikos. And FIFA's relationship with Donald Trump. Become a member and subscribe at offtheball.com/join
Happy Thursday everyone! Word On The Street is back asking for YOUR opinions. In a wake of a wave of 'sackings' in the football and, unusually, the rugby world, we're looking at whether the Irish public think managers deserve more patience. Is rugby becoming too much like the Premier League..? Or maybe we should just all "follow the GAA!" Have a topic or thought in mind? Send us a DM on @offtheball on all our social platforms or send us a WhatsApp at 087 9 180 180!
On Wednesday's Football Daily, Phil Egan has the latest as Manchester City suffer a shock defeat to Bodo/Glimt in the Arctic. Pep's City day coming to an end? Has he changed his philosophy? Spurs' Thomas Frank brings the positive vibes. Mikel Arteta on his Arsenal mentality monsters. PSG shocked in Lisbon. Mo Salah returns to Liverpool. Eddie Howe on the Bobby Robson influence. Liam Rosenior not taking Pafos FC for granted. Michael Obafemi moves back to England. And where should Michael Noonan end up? Become a member and subscribe at offtheball.com/join
Join Matthew Brennan, Ben Symes and David Wilson as they delve into the biggest stories this week in the world of Irish football. Could Evan Ferguson be on his way out of Roma, and is a move back to the Premier League a good move for his development? What is the latest on Troy Parrott? We hear the latest from David's trip to the Netherlands to see him play. And what about Anselmo Garcia McNulty, could he be next in line for an Ireland squad? James McClean is back in the League of Ireland, but what other players have also been on the move? The lads get into debate about where Michael Noonan should make his next move to. Should it be Europe, should it be the UK, or should he stay at Shamrock Rovers? There is debate about who starts up front for the game against Czechia in Prague. And what should be the midfield for that game in the Czech Republic? And as ever, we are looking for your inspiration to help us, fancy getting in touch? You can do so by emailing [email protected] Contact us on socials @offtheball across all our platforms. Or if you want to contact us directly message the @offtheball.football account on Instagram. And as ever, we are on WhatsApp on 087 9 180 180. Become a member and sign up at offtheball.com/join
On Tuesday's Football Daily, Phil Egan has the latest as Carla Ward names her new assistant coach in Gary Cronin. Spurs Thomas Frank on his future. Pep Guardiola happy with the City board but concerned about Bodo/Glimt's plastic pitch. Mikel Arteta on a busy Arsenal schedule. Gabriel Jesus on his way back to Brazil? Full Champions League round of fixtures. Manchester United look for a new midfielder. Brighton's Greek wonderkid. Troy Parrott to leave for Leeds United? And the clubs in the League of Ireland scramble to get deals done. Become a member and subscribe at offtheball.com/join
Kathleen McNamee is joined by Kelly Brady to take a look back at her incredible season last year with Athlone FC and her recent move to Crystal Palace F.C. Women to play in the WSL 2. The COYGIG Pod on Off The Ball is in association with Cadbury, the official snack partner to the Republic of Ireland’s Women’s National Team. #CadburySupporterAndAHalf | @CadburyIreland
On Monday's Football Daily, Phil Egan has the latest from Morocco as the fallout to the 2026 African Cup of Nations final continues. Captain Sadio Mane on taking Senegal back on the pitch. Jonathan Wilson on the craziness of the situation. Troy Parrott to have a new boss at AZ Alkmaar. David Moyes on the good vibes, and the good-natured Jack Grealish. Unai Emery needs reinforcements at Aston Villa. Eddie Howe on a poor away day for Newcastle United. Rob Edwards on the improvement that Wolves are making. Thomas Frank under even more pressure as Spurs get ready to welcome Borussia Dortmund in the Champions League. Real Madrid and Jurgen Klopp continue to be linked. And a dream debut for Denise O'Sullivan at Liverpool. Become a member and subscribe at offtheball.com/join
On Friday's Football Daily, Phil Egan has the latest ahead of the return of the Premier League. Arne Slot gets ready to welcome back Salah... next week. Liam Rosenior's Chelsea struck down by a virus. Why Manchester United need to get their next appointment right. Aston Villa ship Donyell Malen to Roma as Ferguson faces more competition. Dundalk's Vinnie Leonard linked to a host of Premier League clubs. Nuno Espirito Santo wants Paquetá future resolved. Spurs dealt injury blow. Parker wants Burnley reinforcements. And should V-A-R be binned altogether? Become a member and subscribe at offtheball.com/join
Ger Gilroy is joined in studio by Ben Symes and Mick McCarthy for this week’s Final One Standing, as the Premier League returns following a weekend break for the FA Cup, and there’s the small matter of the Manchester Derby to discuss. Lee Phelps from William Hill also joins the lads to preview the weekend’s action. The Final One Standing on Off The Ball with William Hill.
The voice of Irish football for decades. Cathal is joined by broadcaster George Hamilton for this special episode of The Kick Off. The lads chat about the art of match commentary and what goes into bringing the game to life. Become a member and subscribe at offtheball.com/join
Ger Gilroy is joined in studio by Ben Symes and Mick McCarthy for this week’s Final One Standing, as the Premier League returns following a weekend break for the FA Cup, and there’s the small matter of the Manchester Derby to discuss. Lee Phelps from William Hill also joins the lads to preview the weekend’s action. The Final One Standing on Off The Ball with William Hill.
On Thursday's Football Daily, Phil Egan has the latest from the Netherlands as Troy Parrott nets a hat-trick against Ajax. Parrott condemns Ajax to their worst defeat in 99 years, Arsenal take the advantage in the EFL Cup. Liam Rosenior takes the blame for Chelsea goalkeeping mishaps. Could Kelleher end up at Chelsea? AFCON final decided, as Mane pays tribute to Salah. Shelbourne spend big on Odhran Casey. Armstrong Oko-Flex is on the move in Bulgaria. Real Madrid suffer defeat under Alvaro Arbeloa in their first game. And should Johnny Kenny stay at Celtic? Become a member and subscribe at offtheball.com/join
Join Matthew Brennan, Ben Symes and David Wilson as they debate which Irish players should move where during the January transfer window? Off The Ball and the League of Ireland announce 3 more years. Gavin Bazunu gets his move to Stoke City, but is that a good move for his career? Where will Andrew Moran end up, and was his spell in the MLS good for his development? What Irish players desperately need moves to have a chance of getting into the March squad? Celtic might have steadied the ship once more with Martin O'Neill but is that where Johnny Kenny should stay? And is Scottish football a good place for Irish players to develop their careers? Heated discussion ensues. And as ever, we are looking for your inspiration to help us, fancy getting in touch? You can do so my emailing [email protected] Contact us on socials @offtheball across all our platforms. Or if you want to contact us directly message the @offtheball.football account on Instagram. And as ever, we are on WhatsApp on 087 9 180 180. Become a member and sign up at offtheball.com/join
Cork City's new man in charge Barry Robson spoke to Red FM's Ruairi O'Hagan ahead of the new season and what his plans are to take the club back to the Premier Division. Will Seani Maguire be staying? And how do you get the best out of this current group of players? League of Ireland on Off The Ball with Rockshore 0.0
On Wednesday's Football Daily, Phil Egan has the latest as Off The Ball and the League of Ireland increase their rights to broadcast games on national radio in a 3-year deal. Shamrock Rovers take on Dundalk in the opening game. Pep fumes over VAR decision. Eddie Howe says his side aren't out of things just yet. Liam Rosenior praises Mikel Arteta's Arsenal. Arteta wants to build a winning mentality. Michael Carrick is in the United hotseat. Evan Ferguson faces competition for Roma staring spot. And AFCON final set to to be decided. Become a member and subscribe at offtheball.com/join
The WSL is back after the winter break and so is the COYGIG podcast! Join Scarlett Herron and Karen Duggan as they chat through the latest transfer rumours, the WSL title race, and much, much more. The COYGIG Pod on Off The Ball with Cadbury #CadburySupporterAndAHalf
On Tuesday's Football Daily, Phil Egan has the latest as Manchester United get set to name Michael Carrick as their interim manager until the end of the season. Michael Carrick set to include a former Chelsea and England assistant coach in his backroom staff. Conor Hourihane on the lack of Liverpool respect. Arne Slot says that he will speak with Dominik Szoboszlai. Pep Guardiola on the test that Eddie Howe and Newcastle will bring. Howe wants to bring a positive result to the second leg of their EFL Cup semi-final. Positive news for Evan Ferguson? Xabi Alonso gets the road from Real Madrid, but why was it never going to work? And Jonathan Wilson on the Salah-Mane match-up at AFCON. Become a member and subscribe at offtheball.com/join
On Monday's Football Daily, Phil Egan has the latest after a big weekend of FA Cup action, plus there is fallout from all the action in Europe as Barcelona beat Real Madrid in the Supercopa. Michael Carrick set for the United hotseat. Fabian Hurzeler on the magic of the FA Cup. Mikel Arteta on a positive Cup showing for the Arsenal. Arne Slot won't take any unnecessary FA Cup risks. Conor Hourihane on the importance of putting in a good performance at Anfield. Scott McTominay scores a double for Napoli. Real Madrid lose to Barcelona in the Supercopa. And is Qatar going to be the first country to host the inaugural women's World Club Cup? Become a member and subscribe at offtheball.com/join
On a very special Nollaig Na mBan edition of Off The Ball Sunday, Eve Conway is joined firstly by OTB's own Kathleen McNamee to bring you the latest from the FA Cup as there has already been shocks, great goals and classics so far in the 3rd round.~ The Football Hour on Off The Ball is presented by William Hill
On a very special Nollaig Na mBan edition of Off The Ball Sunday, Eve Conway and Kathleen McNamee are joined by former Republic of Ireland International Louise Quinn joins the show to talk all things football including a breakdown of the current landscape of the WSL since retiring from the game in the Summer. The Football Hour on Off The Ball is presented by William Hill
On Friday's Football Daily, Phil Egan has the latest ahead of a huge weekend of FA Cup third round action, plus there is a look back at last night's stalemate between Arsenal and Liverpool at the Emirates. Mikel Arteta happy to get through this Christmas schedule in the position that they are in, and also defends his player Gabriel Martinelli for his antics. Arne Slot feels that his side could have won the game. Keith Andrews warns clubs to not make a move for his in-form striker. Who will Manchester United pick to be their next manager, and why does Roy Keane say it should be Eddie Howe. Thomas Frank backs his captain Cristian Romero. Ireland centre-half Andrew Omobamidele on the impact of Liam Rosenior at Strasbourg. And Jimmy Dunne is the man at QPR. Become a member and subscribe at offtheball.com/join
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