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On Friday's Football Daily, Phil Egan brings you the latest from the Ireland-Israel debacle plus the weather lays waste to games across the country in the League of Ireland. Republic of Ireland learn their fate in the UEFA Nations League B3, drawn alongside Austria, Kosovo and Israel, with fixtures now confirmed. The Boys in Green begin with a September away double-header in Kosovo and Israel, before October clashes at the Aviva Stadium. Boycott calls grow louder as former Ireland international Eoin Doyle urges action over the Israel fixtures. Bohemians COO Daniel Lambert says the Football Association of Ireland, fans and players should not be put in this position. The42’s Gavin Cooney explains why UEFA ultimately hold the financial power in the debate. Stormy conditions threaten another chaotic night in the League of Ireland, with multiple pitch inspections across the country. Drogheda United host Waterford at Sullivan & Lambe Park after late drama on opening weekend. Dundalk could debut Tyreke Wilson against Derry City, as James McClean continues his return to domestic action. First Division focus as Wexford FC, UCD and Cobh Ramblers aim to get their campaigns up and running despite the weather. Cork City begin life back in the second tier with a Munster derby against Treaty United, as Seani Maguire targets promotion. Arsenal drop points in the Premier League title race after a 1-1 draw at Brentford, leaving Mikel Arteta’s side four clear of Manchester City. Keith Andrews’ Brentford remain in the European hunt and are boosted by Igor Thiago signing a new long-term deal. Glen Whelan prepares to lead Wigan Athletic into the FA Cup spotlight against Arsenal at the Emirates. Northern Ireland boss Michael O’Neill is set for a dual role at Blackburn Rovers, while Dean Brennan receives a nine-game ban and Chelsea manager Liam Rosenior prepares for an emotional return to Hull. Become a member and sign up at offtheball.com/join

Ben Symes, Johnny Ward and Barry Murphy are here for the final LOI Late Night of the season. Shamrock Rovers are our champions, Waterford FC will face one of Bray Wanderers or Treaty United in the play off and Stephen Kenny’s St. Patrick’s Athletic have squandered their chance of European football. League of Ireland on OTB with Rockshore 0.0 #LOI

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 Shelbourne goalkeeper Conor Kearns who discusses the club's new owner and this Friday's derby against the Saints. Dundalk's John Martin talks about watching his clubmate frustrate James McClean on Lansdowne Road and the feeling of scoring a late winner. Treaty United forward Dean George talks about playoff hopes and a tricky trip to Athlone.

This is the seventh 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 Dundalk defender Darragh Leahy, as well as Longford Town manager Stephen Henderson and Treaty United midfielder ahead of the meeting of those two clubs in the First Division this weekend.

This is the second 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 Dundalk boss Stephen O'Donnell, Shelbourne winger Matty Smith, Treaty United boss Tommy Barrett and Longford Town goalkeeper Jack Brady for a look ahead to this weekend's action.

Ireland international Ciara McCormack joins Ger & Shane on #OTBAM after signing for Treaty United ahead of the 2023 WNL season. 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

This is the second 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 Dundalk boss Stephen O'Donnell, Shelbourne winger Matty Smith, Treaty United boss Tommy Barrett and Longford Town goalkeeper Jack Brady for a look ahead to this weekend's action.