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On Wednesday’s Football Daily, Phil Egan brings you the latest on the Evan Ferguson transfer saga, all of the stipulations ahead of the final round of the Champions League-League phase(that’s a mouthful!) & find out which member of the Celtic side that beat Barcelona in 2013, looks set top sign for Shamrock Rovers! - All of that, and so much more!

On Friday's Football Daily, Phil Egan brings you news of Andrew Omobamidele's move to Strasbourg. Shamrock Rovers look like losing another member of their European squad. A former Ireland U21 goalkeeper will be involved with a Champions League side. We hear from Ruben Amorim and Enzo Maresca as talk regarding an Alejandro Garnacho transfer intensifies. Arne Slot's been receiving some notes on Liverpool's performances from his Dad. And Mikel Arteta discusses Arsenal's hunt for a forward.

On Thursday's Football Daily, Phil Egan brings you the first words from Graham Potter as West Ham manager. The latest on Rodrigo Bentancur after his concerning exit from last night's Carabao Cup semi-final. Shamrock Rovers have swooped for a new goalkeeper. Manchester City could be about to drop €150m in the January sales. And Vitor Pereira makes his first signing as Wolves manager.

Shamrock Rovers' 3-0 win at home to Borac means the Hoops will be playing knockout football in the new year. There was another excellent performance from Darragh Burns, who set up Johnny Kenny for his opener in Tallaght. And Neil Farrugia once again proved his quality, netting Rovers' second last night. He's a wanted man, as revealed to Off The Ball by his manager Stephen Bradley. Both Burns and Farrugia spoke to Nathan Murphy after that 3-0 win.

Shamrock Rovers booked their place in the knockout stage of the Conference League with a 3-0 win at home to Borac. A brace from Johnny Kenny, and an assist for Neil Farrugia, only underlined the value of the on-loan Celtic striker. Following Thursday night's game, Rovers boss Stephen Bradley spoke to Nathan about Johnny Kenny's future at the club, and his relationship with Rovers part-owner Dermot Desmond.

On Thursday's Football Daily, Phil Egan wraps up all of last night's Champions League action, which included a deepening of Manchester City's slump. We hear from Pep Guardiola and Mikel Arteta following contrasting nights for the Spanish duo. Stephen Bradley fires a warning to his Shamrock Rovers bosses as they stand on the brink of the Conference League knockout phase. Rocco Vata opens his account at Watford. And a former Ireland U21 international is suddenly a free agent.

Ahead of Thursday night's Conference League tie with Borac, Shamrock Rovers manager Stephen Bradley spoke to Off The Ball's Nathan Murphy about their European challenge. The Hoops boss also touched on the internal tensions within the club, and the signing of former Bohemians winger Danny Grant.

On Monday's Football Daily, Phil Egan brings you all the details behind Dan Ashworth's sudden departure as Manchester United sporting director after just five months in the job. There's finally news of movement on Liverpool's behalf towards their trio of soon-to-be out-of-contract stars. Ange Postecoglou on the failings of VAR after Tottenham's capitulation at home to Chelsea. Just how close were Bournemouth's owners to taking over at Shamrock Rovers? Drogheda United continue to tie down their FAI Cup-winners to new deals.

On Friday's Football Daily, Richie McCormack brings you tons of reaction from last night's European action. Stephen Bradley addresses Johnny Kenny's future at Shamrock Rovers after another win for the Hoops in the Conference League. Ruud van Nistelrooy discusses his potential role under incoming Manchester United boss Ruben Amorim. Enzo Maresca on piling further pressure on Arsenal after Chelsea goals fly in 2-by-2 against Noah. Ange Postecoglou on a memorable night - for both good and bad - for Tottenham teenager Will Lankshear in Istanbul. And the nominees are revealed for the 34th FAI International Awards.

On Thursday's Football Daily, Richie McCormack brings you reaction to last night's Champions League outings for Arsenal and Aston Villa. We hear from Mikel Arteta on the refereeing decisions he feels cost his Arsenal players against Inter. Ezri Konsa on Tyrone Mings' brain-fart in Bruges. Stephen Bradley and Dan Cleary look ahead to Shamrock Rovers' Conference League clash with TNS. Ange Postecoglou on what football can offer in a turbulent political world. And we hear from new Dundalk manager Ciaran Kilduff, as one of his predecessors at Oriel Park has reservations regarding the speed of the former striker's appointment.

Galway United and Ireland footballer Julie-Ann Russell joins Off The Ball Breakfast after her side's big win over Shamrock Rovers at the weekend.

Scarlett Herron of Shamrock Rovers and Kate Thompson of Galway United join to look ahead to their teams clash in the Avenir All-Island Cup final that takes place on Saturday at 19:35 live on TG4. Off the Ball Breakfast To become a member and access our exclusive content simply click: here:http://offtheball.com/join

Former Dundalk manager Vinny Perth joins Adrian & Johnny on #OTBAM after Derry City beat Finnish side KuPS to progress to the next round in the Europa Conference League qualifiers, while Shamrock Rovers' European campaign ended with a 6-0 aggregate defeat to Ferencváros. 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 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 Bohemians manager Declan Devine about a big win against Shelbourne in the FAI Cup, Jonathan Afolabi and the potential shown by young midfielder James McManus and whether he's confident of a top three finish. Kerry midfielder Sean McGrath talks about being one of the experienced heads in the squad, at the age of 20! He also talks about the importance of playing for his local club and hope ahead of the visit of Finn Harps. James Keddy on his first management gig with Wexford, curating a squad of local lads, supporting Shamrock Rovers at Miltown and the longevity of Liam Buckley.

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 Bohemians manager Declan Devine about a big win against Shelbourne in the FAI Cup, Jonathan Afolabi and the potential shown by young midfielder James McManus and whether he's confident of a top three finish. Kerry midfielder Sean McGrath talks about being one of the experienced heads in the squad, at the age of 20! He also talks about the importance of playing for his local club and hope ahead of the visit of Finn Harps. James Keddy on his first management gig with Wexford, curating a squad of local lads, supporting Shamrock Rovers at Miltown and the longevity of Liam Buckley.

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.

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.

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 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 Shamrock Rovers centre-forward Rory Gaffney who isn't getting carried away despite the Hoops going seven points clear at the top of the table. Cork City centre-half Josh Honohan on the quiet confidence on Leeside that they can avoid relegation. Waterford attacker Roland Idowu on the manager he's had at both of his League of Ireland clubs.

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 Shamrock Rovers centre-forward Rory Gaffney, Cork City centre-half Josh Honohan & Waterford midfielder Roland Idowu

Welcome to the latest edition of the LOI Matchday podcast. Off The Ball's new 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 manager Kevin Doherty after a big win at Shamrock Rovers. UCD midfielder Jack Keaney is expecting a physical battle and feels optimistic heading to Weavers Park. Bray Wanderers head coach Ian Ryan hopes his team have had their one blip of the season. Galway United captain Conor McCormack reveals what it's like to play under John Caulfield and Ollie Horgan.

Shamrock Rovers player Stephanie Zambra talked to Kathleen McNamee about how the club's debut season is going as she faces a spell on the sidelines. She also recently met and took a selfie with U.S. president Joe Biden. 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, in association with Gillette | #EffortlessFlow

Aisling O'Reilly caught up with both sides of the Dublin derby on Friday night, which saw Shamrock Rovers beat Bohemians 2-0. First, she spoke with Bohs' manager Declan Devine, who was not pleased with a number of calls that went against his side and allowed Rovers to take a 2-0 lead. Next she spoke with Rovers' manager Stephen Bradley, who was delighted with the win and the 'showcase for the League', before talking with Johnny Kenny, on loan from Celtic. Kenny explained what it's like on the Celtic Park training grounds, and what Ange Postecoglou is really like. Finally, Aisling caught up with Rovers' Gary O'Neil. Football w/ Sky

Ex-Dundalk manager Vinny Perth joins Ger & Shane on OTB AM as Bohemians reasserted their status as Premier Division leaders, but Shamrock Rovers appear in their rear-view mirror. 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, in association with Gillette | #EffortlessFlow

Former Republic of Ireland international David Connolly joins Irish Independent football writer Dan McDonnell, Cobh Ramblers manager Shane Keegan and OTB’s John Duggan to discuss the biggest stories in the world of football. They will look at why Chelsea have returned to the man they sacked just two years ago, why Arsenal might face a different Liverpool side to the one we’ve become accustomed to recently and why Shamrock Rovers derby win might be the spark they need to get back to business in the League of Ireland Football on OTB with thanks to Sky Ireland.

This is the third edition of LOI Matchday. Off The Ball's new magazine-style podcast covers all of the results and fixtures in both divisions of the SSE Airtricity League. This week, host Stephen Doyle is joined by Shamrock Rovers boss Stephen Bradley, Hoops midfielder Jack Byrne, and you'll also hear from Bohemians captain Keith Buckley and Cork City defender Ally Gilchrist for a look ahead to this weekend's action.

Former League of Ireland manager Vinny Perth joined Ger Gilroy and Shane Hannon to talk about the upcoming League of Ireland fixtures with Bohemians vs. Shamrock Rovers featuring on Virgin Media this week. 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, in association with Gillette | #EffortlessFlow

Former League of Ireland player Stuey Byrne was on OTB AM to preview the weekend's games and look ahead to next week's clash between Bohemians and Shamrock Rovers. 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, in association with Gillette | #EffortlessFlow

After Derry City secured a 2-1 victory over Shamrock Rovers in Tallaght, Aisling O'Reilly brings you all of the reaction from Shamrock Rovers manager Stephen Bradley, Derry City manager, Ruaidhrí Higgins & Derry City player, Jamie McGonigle. ⚽️ on OTB with Sky.

Ex-Dundalk manager Vinny Perth joins Ger & Shane on #OTBAM as Shamrock Rovers host Derry City in a cracking set of fixtures in the League of Ireland on Friday night. 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, in association with Gillette | #EffortlessFlow

Former Bohemians manager Keith Long and current Cobh Ramblers boss Shane Keegan joined OTB's John Duggan and Dan McDonnell of the Irish Independent on Football Saturday to look ahead to the upcoming SSE Airtricity League of Ireland Premier Division season. The panel discussed the rise of players like Evan Ferguson and Andy Lyons, who can challenge Shamrock Rovers dominance and why now is the time to improve facilities and capitalise in a boost in popularity. Football with Sky Ireland

Football writer Dan McDonnell joined Joe Molloy to discuss tonight's action in the Champions League. They also heard ftom Shamrock Rovers' boss Stephen Bradley on their three-in-a-row success. Football on OTB with Sky.

Cobh Ramblers manager Shane Keegan joins Ger and Shane on #OTBAM as Shamrock Rovers were confirmed as League of Ireland Premier Division champions following Derry City's draw with Sligo Rovers on Monday night. 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, in association with Gillette | #EffortlessFlow

As part of Football Saturday, John Duggan was joined by coach Graham Gartland, broadcaster Johnny Ward and Irish Independent football writer Dan McDonnell to look back on Shamrock Rovers' performance in Europe and the coverage they received and what expectations we should have of Irish champions on the continent. Football with Sky Ireland.

Stephen Ward, Johnny Ward and Gavin Cooney were with John Duggan for OTB Football Saturday this afternoon. We reflected on Manchester City's 3-0 win at Wolves earlier, including a straight red card for Irish international Nathan Collins. The lads also talked Graham Potter's start at Chelsea, Shamrock Rovers' midweek loss, and Stephen Kenny's latest ROI squad. Football with @SkyIreland

Damien Delaney and Shane Keegan joined John Duggan for OTB Football Saturday - as we discussed Chelsea swapping Tuchel for Potter. We got into matters Liverpool, Manchester United and Arsenal, talked Shamrock Rovers' European draw midweek, and the best penalty-takers of all time.

The42's Gavin Cooney joins Adrian and Aisling on #OTBAM for reaction to Shamrock Rovers' Europa Conference League game against Djurgården in Tallaght Stadium on Thursday night. 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, in association with Gillette | #EffortlessFlow

Gavin Cooney joined Richie McCormack in the wake of a disappointing night for Shamrock Rovers in Europe Football w/ Sky Ireland

Dan McDonnell joins Will for Tuesday's edition of The Football Show In association w/ @Sky Ireland

Shamrock Rovers defender Lee Grace joins Nathan Murphy to talk about his career and Rovers' season so far In association w/ Sky Ireland

Dan McDonnell joins Joe for Wednesday's edition of The Football Show In association w/ Sky Ireland

The42's Gavin Cooney joined Ger Gilroy and Eoin Sheahan to react to Shamrock Rovers' win in Skopje. 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, in association with Gillette | #EffortlessFlow

Nathan joins Eoin and Johnny with the latest on the League of Ireland, as Shamrock Rovers gear up for European action. 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, in association with Gillette | #EffortlessFlow

Shane Hannon was joined by Dan McDonnell and Shane Keegan for OTB Football Saturday - as they delved into their FA Cup final memories ahead of Chelsea v Liverpool! They also talked Shamrock Rovers stretching their SSE Airtricity Premier Division lead to four points last night, and reported interest from Everton in Gavin Bazunu. @SkyIreland

PSG have lost their first two games after a Classique that saw 5 red cards and continuing controversy. Was it a terrible advert for Ligue 1 or is everyone now excited about a title race in France?La Liga returns as Valencia put all their off-field problems behind them. But why is nobody in Spain buying any players?Similar story in the Bundesliga as we look ahead to the season starting on Friday. Serie A is headlined by Pirlo versus Ranieri. But first, Milan travel to Shamrock Rovers.Plus Alaba, Koulibaly and Captain Tsubasa.RUNNING ORDER• PART 1: Ligue 1 latest – PSG lose Le Classique (04m 30s)• PART 2: La Liga update – Valencia turn the frown upside down (19m 00s)• PART 3: Transfer talk across Europe (33m 00s)• PART 4: Bundesliga preview – who will finish 2nd? (42m 00s)• PART 5: Serie A preview – the big 7 (48m 30s)• PART 6: The odds with Lee Price from Paddy Power (59m 00s)• PART 7: Your questions (61m 00s)GET IN TOUCH:• follow us on Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/totallyfootballshow/)• find us on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/thetotallyfootballshow/)• send us a tweet: @TheTotallyShow (http://www.twitter.com/thetotallyshow) PARISH NOTICES:• we’re sponsored by Paddy Power - home of the Money Back Special (http://www.paddypower.com/) READ STUFF ON OUR WEBSITE:• check out thetotallyfootballshow.com (http://thetotallyfootballshow.com/) . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.