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On Tuesday's Football Daily, Phil Egan brings you news from the League of Ireland, the Premier League and the Champions League. Dundalk defeated St. Patrick’s Athletic 2-0 at Oriel Park, with first-half goals from Tyreke Wilson and Shane Tracey moving them into fourth place. Daryl Horgan received a late red card, while Ciaran Kilduff praised Dundalk’s execution and Stephen Kenny described the result as disappointing. Shamrock Rovers returned to winning ways with a 3-2 victory over Shelbourne, with Graham Burke scoring his 100th competitive goal for the club. Galway United came from two goals down to beat Drogheda United 3-2 and climb into fifth position. Bohemians remained unbeaten after a 1-1 draw with Waterford, while Derry City were held 0-0 by Sligo Rovers. In the First Division, Cork City extended their unbeaten run with a 4-2 win over Kerry FC, and Cobh Ramblers beat Treaty United 4-0. Arsenal prepare to face Sporting Lisbon in the Champions League quarter-finals, with Mikel Arteta highlighting Viktor Gyokeres’ connection to his former club. Bayern Munich were boosted by Harry Kane’s return to training ahead of their clash with Real Madrid. Real Madrid could welcome back Federico Valverde and Vinicius Junior, with Jude Bellingham also in contention. Lincoln City secured promotion to the Championship after a 2-1 win over Reading, with Jack Moylan scoring a 96th-minute winner. Coventry City edged closer to Premier League promotion, and Harry Maguire signed a new contract at Manchester United until 2027. Aaron Ramsey announced his retirement from professional football after a career that included spells at Arsenal, Juventus and Cardiff City. Become a member and sign up at offtheball.com/join

As the 2025/2026 EFL Championship season approaches its decisive final stretch, the race for promotion has begun to crystallize, with clear separation emerging between the leading contenders and the chasing pack. Coventry City appear all but assured of automatic promotion, holding an 11-point advantage over third place with only seven matches remaining. Consequently, the analytical […] The post EFL Championship 2025/2026: Tactical & Statistical Trends In The Promotion Race – Data Analysis appeared first on Total Football Analysis.

The business end of the Championship season is among us, so it's time to make our final league table predictions for the 2025/26 season. Coventry City are already essentially promoted, but will Ipswich Town, Middlesbrough or Millwall join them in the Premier League? The race for the play-offs is heating up with Hull City, Southampton, Wrexham, and Derby County still vying for a place. And relegation is confirmed for Sheffield Wednesday, but which two of Oxford United, Leicester City, Portsmouth, West Brom and Blackburn Rovers will join them? Ryan Dilks and Justin Peach give their predictions! It's the Second Tier. #Championship #SecondTier #EFL #SecondTierPodcast Sign up for bonus content and access to the Second Tier Discord ➡️ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCjqVFKB1yw2z_XyVINhB9qA/join Don't miss a video! Subscribe NOW: https://www.youtube.com/@secondtierpod?sub_confirmation=1 Chapters: 0:00 - Relegation About the Second Tier Podcast: A podcast dedicated to the EFL Championship. Ryan Dilks and Justin Peach bring you three episodes every week with opinions and news from the second tier of English football. Whether it’s the latest on the next Jude Bellingham or fresh managerial drama, we’ve got you covered with all the fascinating storylines from the most entertaining league in the world! Listen to the FULL PODCAST: https://lnk.to/secondtier Follow Second Tier: TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@secondtierpodcast X: https://x.com/secondtierpod Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/secondtierpod YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@secondtierpod Patreon: https://patreon.com/secondtier Our FINAL Championship league table predictions! https://www.youtube.com/@secondtierpod?sub_confirmation=1

Ryan Dilks and Justin Peach answer your Championship questions. How would Tottenham get on in the Championship? How do Coventry compare to previous league winners? Could Norwich be an automatic promotion contender next season? And what have we made of the Ipswich Town x Nigel Farage saga? #Championship #SecondTier #EFL #SecondTierPodcast Sign up for bonus content and access to the Second Tier Discord ➡️ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCjqVFKB1yw2z_XyVINhB9qA/join Don't miss a video! Subscribe NOW: https://www.youtube.com/@secondtierpod?sub_confirmation=1 Chapters: 00:00 - Do we actually want Spurs to be relegated? 08:30 - Are Norwich top 2 contenders next season? 14:37 - Which teams would we like to come up from League One? 20:00 - Which players would we like to come up to League One? 26:24 - Where do Coventry rank compared to previous winners? 34:18 - 5 in 10 35:01 - What have we made of the Ipswich Town saga? About the Second Tier Podcast: A podcast dedicated to the EFL Championship. Ryan Dilks and Justin Peach bring you three episodes every week with opinions and news from the second tier of English football. Whether it’s the latest on the next Jude Bellingham or fresh managerial drama, we’ve got you covered with all the fascinating storylines from the most entertaining league in the world! Listen to the FULL PODCAST: https://lnk.to/secondtier Follow Second Tier: TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@secondtierpodcast X: https://x.com/secondtierpod Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/secondtierpod YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@secondtierpod Patreon: https://patreon.com/secondtier Spurs going down would be BRILLIANT for the Championship https://www.youtube.com/@secondtierpod?sub_confirmation=1

On Thursday's Football Daily, Phil Egan brings you all the fallout from last night's Champions League action, a look ahead to the Irish involvement tonight in Europe, and who could be in with a shout of making the Ireland squad next week. Champions League shock in Madrid – Manchester City suffer a heavy 3–0 defeat away to Real Madrid as Federico Valverde scores a stunning first career hat-trick at the Santiago Bernabéu Stadium. Pep Guardiola admits his side face an “uphill battle” to stay in the tie despite Madrid missing stars like Jude Bellingham and Kylian Mbappé. Holders Paris Saint‑Germain punish Chelsea 5–2 in Paris with goals from Ousmane Dembélé and Khvicha Kvaratskhelia despite a spirited fightback from the visitors. Chelsea boss Liam Rosenior takes responsibility for his side’s late collapse but insists there were positives against the reigning European champions. Arsenal rescue a 1–1 draw against Bayer Leverkusen thanks to a dramatic late penalty from Kai Havertz. Mikel Arteta says Arsenal must be more clinical in the second leg as the Champions League knockout stage shows its difficulty. Norwegian side Bodø/Glimt make the most of their Arctic home advantage with a dominant 3–0 win over Sporting CP. Europa League action tonight: Aston Villa host Lille OSC as boss Unai Emery demands a return to their usual structure. Relegation-threatened Nottingham Forest juggle domestic survival with Europe as they face FC Midtjylland at the City Ground. Robbie Keane leads Ferencvárosi TC into a tough Europa League tie against SC Braga in Budapest. Conference League spotlight: Troy Parrott and AZ Alkmaar take on SK Slavia Prague while Crystal Palace face AEK Larnaca. Championship roundup: Coventry City edge closer to promotion with a 3–0 win over Preston North End as the Sky Blues go eight points clear at the top. Ireland striker crisis deepens: veteran forward David McGoldrick could make a shock return to the Republic of Ireland national football team squad ahead of the World Cup play-off with Czech Republic national football team. Become a member and sign up at offtheball.com/join

On Tuesday's Football Daily, Phil Egan brings news of Ireland's squad named for the upcoming World Cup Qualifiers, plus there is a look ahead to tonight's Champions League action whilst another Irish youngster is on the move. Carla Ward names her squad for the upcoming World Cup qualifiers against France and the Netherlands, with key selection decisions ahead of two massive fixtures. Champions League playoff drama takes centre stage as Benfica face Real Madrid in Lisbon just weeks after their last European thriller. Team news from Spain sees Madrid without Jude Bellingham and Rodrygo, while a series of heavyweight clashes light up European football. Borussia Dortmund host Atalanta, Monaco meet PSG in an all-French showdown, and Galatasaray welcome Juventus to Istanbul in a packed night of action. Troy Parrott’s red-hot form at AZ Alkmaar continues, with Kevin Kilbane joining the Football Show to discuss the Irish striker’s impressive rise. FA Cup reaction as Keith Andrews’ Brentford avoid a giant-killing against Macclesfield, with the fifth-round draw producing several standout ties. Frank Lampard’s Coventry City deliver a statement win over Middlesbrough to intensify the Championship promotion race. Ivan Toney insists he is still dreaming of an England World Cup place despite limited opportunities under Thomas Tuchel. Republic of Ireland youngster Vinnie Leonard seals a move to Norwich City, while Michael Obafemi is ruled out for the rest of the season through injury. Plus, League of Ireland analysis, big individual performances, and all the latest football stories from across Europe and beyond. Become a member and sign up at offtheball.com/join

Juliette has been to Coventry City to chat to Head Coach, Frank Lampard, for this week’s ‘One on One’. Lampard discusses their push for promotion to the Premier League and reveals what he thinks could be their secret weapon this season. We also chat about being an English football manager and he relives his West Ham playing debut as a 17-year-old. As well as listening to 'One on One', you can also watch our interviews on Sky Sports News and on our YouTube channels. Listen to every episode of the Sky Sports Premier League Podcast here: skysports.com/sky-sports-premier-league-podcast You can listen to the Sky Sports Premier League Podcast on your smart speaker by saying "ask Global Player to play the Sky Sports Premier League Podcast". For all the latest football news, head to skysports.com/premier-league For advertising opportunities email: [email protected]

As Callum Wilson looks set to embark on the next phase of his career, Joe Thomlinson sits down with the striker for 'One on One' to look back on his football journey to date - from the grass roots game to academy football at Coventry City, moving into the Premier League with Bournemouth, to eventually making it to the World Cup and playing 'Wolf' with singer Robbie Williams! Listen to every episode of the Sky Sports Premier League Podcast here: skysports.com/sky-sports-premier-league-podcast You can listen to the Sky Sports Premier League Podcast on your smart speaker by saying "ask Global Player to play the Sky Sports Premier League Podcast". For all the latest football news, head to skysports.com/premier-league For advertising opportunities email: [email protected]

Gary is joined by Adi Viveash, who recently joined Middlesbrough first team coaching staff and also spent eight years at Chelsea as assistant Academy and assistant reserve team coach before being named Under-18 manager in July 2011. He was promoted to development squad manager in 2014, which saw him lead Chelsea’s Under-21s. During his time at Chelsea, among the players Adi had a key hand in developing were Marc Guehi, Conor Gallagher, Callum Hudson-Odoi, Mason Mount and Reece James. His departure from the Blues was confirmed in May 2017 but two months later he was back in work having been named assistant manager at Coventry City. In this interview, Adi gives a unique perspective on life at Chelsea, how the game has changed in the last 10 years, the variables that coaches must take into consideration, how coaches manage elite level players who are on the verge of the first team, plus the difference between first team coaching and development. An extra special thanks to SportsLab360 for teaming up with us on this episode. Since 2016 they've been helping thousands of coaches empower their players to improve their Soccer IQ and decision-making on the pitch. It's one of the easiest and most affordable ways to get more out of your team. We have a special offer for MSC listeners at the halfway point of the interview! Click below to check them out: https://sportslab360.com/

Join MSC Insider Here: https://modernsoccercoach.mimentorportal.com/subscriptions Gary is joined by Coventry City Head of Recruitment, Dean Austin to discuss the current landscape of player development in England. The rise of the game at the highest level is potentially impacting the youth game and Dean gives his expert opinion why. He also discusses his role as Head of Recruitment at Coventry and talks Deadline Day, role of Data, and importance of Processes!

On Wednesday's Football Daily, Phil Egan brings you news from the announcement of the Republic of Ireland squad for next month's summer friendlies. Stephen Kenny bites back at the lack of sportsmanship in the league. Dan Ashworth is back in football. Sampdoria are down, as Celtic target another treble. And Frank Lampard's Coventry City miss out on the play-off final. Become a member and subscribe at offtheball.com/join

On Tuesday's Football Daily, David Wilson brings you news from Ireland, the UK and all over Europe as the season reaches boiling point. Trim's Tim Clancy believes investment is needed to compete with the top and burnout was the reason he had to step away from Cork. John Caulfield pays tribute to his star striker Moses Dyer and calls him a 'beautiful person.' Dyer himself eyes a New Zealand call up and looks on Nando Pijnaker and Max Mata as inspirations. Atalanta guarantee Champions League football, whilst Antony is on his way out of Old Trafford, but where? And Frank Lampard wants his side to step in the lions den as Coventry push for promotion. Become a member and subscribe at offtheball.com/join

An exciting international window is upon us with CONCACAF and UEFA Nations League matches & CONMEBOL World Cup qualifying. Alexi Lalas and David Mosse previewed USMNT’s match against Panama in the CONCACAF Nations League semifinal. Alexi unveiled his predictions for the starting lineup. Most of the players called up for Pochettino’s squad were in club action this weekend. Christian Pulisic helped AC Milan to a comeback win with his 15th goal of the season. Jedi Robinson and Fulham edged Tottenham and jumped up to 8th in the Premier League standings. Although Haji Wright will miss USMNT action, he recorded his first English soccer hat-trick with Coventry City. Back stateside, Messi was back on the pitch with Inter Miami scoring in back-to-back matches. However, he will be unavailable for Argentina’s CONMEBOL World Cup qualifying matches. The squad is set to take on Uruguay and Brazil. (5:16) To wrap the show, the guys discuss international kits, play-by-play announcing, and facing Niall Quinn from the Republic of Ireland. (39:53) USMNT vs Panama preview (5:16) USMNT Abroad recap (13:47) Newcastle celebrates in Carabao Cup Final (20:00) CONMEBOL World Cup qualifying: No Messi (30:31) UEFA Nations League (35:28) #AskAlexi (39:53) One for the Road: Facing Niall Quinn (48:41) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

As demonstrated in the Champions League this week Viktor Gyokeres is European football's in-form striker. The Sporting striker's hat-trick against Man City puts him on 23 goals in all competitions already this season. So, after failing to break through at Brighton, could Gyokeres finally be ready for the Premier League? Ayo Akinwolere is joined by The Athletic's Liam Tharme and Mark Carey to look at the numbers behind Gyokeres incredible season while David Novo, from Portuguese publication Record, gives the perspective from Portugal. Plus, former Coventry City assistant manager Adi Viveash also shares his account of working with the Swedish striker closely and helping to develop his game prior to his move to Sporting. Host: Ayo Akinwolere With: Liam Tharme, Mark Carey, David Novo and Adi Viveash Executive Producer: Adey Moorhead Producer: Guy Clarke Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Alexi Lalas and David Mosse reacted to reports that Sergino Dest had sustained a knee injury in practice this past week with PSV that will most likely make him miss Copa America this summer. On the other hand, Haji Wright continues to impress with Coventry City as he scored the tying goal in the FA Cup semifinals against Manchester United. Will Haji Wright make the USMNT Copa America squad? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Shhh of course we knew that yellow cards don’t carry over to a penalty shootout! In Emi Martinez we trust. Marcus, Luke, Andy and Pete catch up after last night’s European frolickings and then realise that the FA Cup has crept up on us. Alejandro Garnacho shows digital contrition ahead of Man United’s semi-final against Coventry City, Paul Scholes gets his old chap out, and players injure themselves trying to avoid a club crest but show a #touchofclass. Plus, Portsmouth players swearing a lot on radio, Luke shares a message for the cowardly Vithushan Ehantharajah and Pete tells everyone how to use a knife and fork. Sign up to our brand new mailing list, The Team Sheet, right here! Follow us on Twitter, Instagram, TikTok and YouTube, and email us here: [email protected]. Sign up to the Football Ramble Patreon for ad-free shows for just $5 per month: patreon.com/footballramble. ***Please take the time to rate us on Spotify. It means a great deal to the show and will make it easier for other potential listeners to find us. Thanks!*** The Football Ramble, the original and best football podcast. Brand new podcasts every single weekday throughout the Premier League season and every day throughout the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

"We were on the way to the airport with my family when I got the call with Gregg Berhalter to play Concacaf Nations League. I was really happy but I couldn't share it with my family because they were excited for me to go on vacation with them." Rog is joined by Haji Wright, Coventry City striker and freshly minted CONCACAF Nations League champion. He told the story of his soccer journey that began in the playing fields of Los Angeles and continued with a grand tour of Europe's top football leagues. He has faced challenges and overcome them, becoming stronger and more skilled. Achieving remarkable moments for both his club and his nation. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Adam Hurrey is joined by Charlie Eccleshare and David Walker on the Adjudication Panel. The agenda includes: Jonathan Pearce's most Partridge moment to date, the parameters of a "pivotal" win, some inspired sleep-related footballspeak from Matty Cash, and the first ever recorded example of a commentator heralding an opener by saying "could it be one?". Meanwhile, the panel ponder what sort of chance would be described as a "good one by his standards" and we look forward to a clash for the ages as Richard Keys' Coventry City are drawn against Erik ten Toast's Manchester United. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Was that Man United’s best performance of the season? Can Pochettino silence his critics after getting booed at Stamford Bridge? Will Coventry fancy their chances of making the final after that semi-final draw? Gary, Alan and Micah also review the four Premier League games from the weekend, as things got even tighter at the bottom. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Robbie Earle and Robbie Mustoe recap the Champions League semifinal victories for Manchester City and Inter Milan.

There was plenty of excitement around Anfield when Robbie Keane joined Liverpool from Tottenham Hotspur in the summer of 2008, but a spell that lasted just six months left many wondering what could have been. In the latest episode of We Are Liverpool, Keane talks with Peter McDowall and Robbie Fowler about what he envisaged when joining his boyhood club and why he believes things didn’t work out as planned. The Republic of Ireland legend also shares stories of his time playing around the world; from the phone call he received to join Coventry City to who the worst roommate was at Inter Milan, and sharing his culinary skills with Fowler when the two paired up at Leeds United. For more information, visit liverpoolfc.com/info/podcasts

Episode One goes back to Jordan’s roots and charts his rise from a young hopeful at Fulwell Juniors growing up in Sundeland’s Academy, his loan spell at Coventry City and his eventual breakout for the Sunderland AFC first team. All told by those who coached him, raised him, watched and played alongside him. Episode 2 & 3 will be released over the next 2 weeks, sign up to REDMEN PLUS now to get access to them as soon as they go live! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ben Turner is with us this week talking through his rise through the Coventry City ranks, Malky at Cardiff, that League Cup final goal, almost retiring at 27, Nigel Clough travel agent and dealing with racism accusations. Get involved in our Who Knows Wins league each week ➡ http://wkw.page.link/EZEG _________________________________________ 🎧 Full episode available to listen & download now: 🟢 Spotify - https://spoti.fi/2AuMHUJ​​​​​​​​​​ 🍏 Apple Podcasts - https://apple.co/3d3TDFy​​​​​​​​​​ ____________________________________________________________________ 🐦 TWITTER: https://twitter.com/undrTheCosh​​​​​​... 📸 INSTAGRAM: http://www.instagram.com/undrthecosh​... 𝗳 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/undrthecosh​​​... 🎟 Tickets for the upcoming live shows ➡️ www.undrthecosh.com Get two extra episodes a month with the Undr The Cosh Patreon club⬇️ www.patreon.com/undrthecosh Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It was a stunning week for the English sides in the Champions League, with goals and guts galore. Caroline Barker, David Preece, Julien Laurens and Jame Horncastle review all of those games - and an entirely expected stumble by PSG in Madrid - and lookahead to the return of the FA Cup. All of that, and….RUNNING ORDER:• PART 1a: Spurs fight back at Juventus; a year too many for Buffon?; Dembélé runs the show - again (02m 00s)• PART 1b: Liverpool put 5 past Porto; Van Dijk’s calmness spreads (10m 00s)• PART 2a: City brush Basel aside; why are the English sides doing so well? (16m 00s)• PART 2b: PSG falter again as Real take control; Areola’s hard hands; a fair and balanced view on Unai Emery (19m 30s)• PART 3: FA Cup 5th round previews: Sheff W v Swansea; Brighton v Coventry; the Hard Hands scale; au revoir Julien (28m 50s)• PART 4a: More FA Cup: Leicester v Sheff U; Huddersfield v Man U; (38m 20s)• PART 4b: Golazzo teaser (43m 30s)• PART 4c: [David Preece’s FA Cup nightmare](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PrZhgBwwZK0) (45m 40s)• PART 5a: Rochdale host Spurs (47m 30s)• PART 5b: Wigan on the rise, West Brom’s race for the bottom (50m 00s)• PART 6: Paddy Power’s Movers and Shakers (55m 00s)• PART 7: Adios (57m 10s)[](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PrZhgBwwZK0)LIVE NEWS:• we’re live at **Vicar Street in Dublin on Monday 19 March**. Jimbo will be joined by James Horncastle, Julien Laurens and Pat Nevin - who’ll also be doing an exclusive DJ set. [Get your tickets now!](http://www.ticketmaster.ie/The-Totally-Football-Show-Live-tickets/artist/5242479?tm_link=artist_artistvenue_module)PARISH NOTICES:• join [**Paddy Power’s Rewards Club**](http://www.paddypower.com/)• get your shave on with our friends [**Cornerstone**, who are giving you £10 off your first order](https://www.cornerstone.co.uk/totally)GET IN TOUCH:• find us on **Facebook**, where we're having a quiz every Friday at 1230 GMT• send us a [tweet: **@TheTotallyShow**](http://www.twitter.com/thetotallyshow) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.