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Off The Ball’s Ben Symes was in Athlone Town Stadium for the President’s Cup final, as Athlone Town earned their first piece of silverware of the season, beating Shelbouren 1-0. Ben spoke with Athlone manager John Sullivan as well as a returning Dana Scheriff, who scored their winning goal, after the match.

OTB's Kathleen McNamee caught up with 3 of the Republic of Ireland WNT's stars following a heartbreaking defeat to The Netherlands in Utrecht on Saturday night. Firstly hear from Anna Patten, who got fouled in the build-up to the penalty that gave the Girls in Green their only goal of the match. Then hear from Caitlin Hayes as she reflects on a 'gutting' defeat and lastly hear from Amber Barrett w...

Kathleen McNamee provides reaction to Ireland's defeat away to the Netherlands last night. With thanks to Cadbury's.

John Duggan is joined on the line by Kathleen McNamee live from Utrecht as she previews tonight's 2027 World Cup Qualifier between The Netherlands and the Republic of Ireland. The Girls in Green will look to bounce back from their loss against France in Tallaght on Tuesday as they face the 11th best team in the world in the Stadion Galgenwaard. Republic of Ireland football on Off The Ball with Cad...

Ben Symes and Shane Keegan are back for another League Of Ireland Late Night, taking your calls and getting your opinions on all of the League Of Ireland action this week!

Fresh from commentary duties in Tallaght, Stephen Doyle spoke with Shamrock Rovers manager Stephen Bradley and Derry City FC boss Tiernan Lynch after Rovers earned a 1-0 victory over the visitors.

On Friday's Football Daily, Phil Egan brings you news from the League of Ireland, the women's international game, and the Premier League. League of Ireland preview – A full look ahead to Friday night’s fixtures across the Premier and First Divisions. Live game focus – Build-up to Shamrock Rovers vs Derry City at Tallaght Stadium, including team news and key talking points. Managers’ thoughts – Hea...

Shamrock Rovers manager Stephen Bradley and wing-back Danny Grant speak to OTB’s Ben Symes ahead of Friday night’s huge LOI Premier Division clash against Derry City.  This week our live commentary game comes from Tallaght Stadium as Shamrock Rovers look to get their season back on track as they welcome Derry City to the capital. Kick off is at 8 o’clock on Friday and Stephen Doyle will be jo...

On Thursday's Football Daily, Phil Egan brings news from last night's Premier League action and Celtic keep their title challenge on track, whilst Troy Parrott is into another Dutch Cup final. Arsenal move seven points clear at the top of the Premier League after a narrow 1–0 win away to Brighton , with the result sparking debate about their game management and time-wasting tactics. Mikel Arteta d...

Former Managing Director of Umbro Ireland, Jonathan Courtenay joins Ger Gilroy and Colm Boohig in studio to show off just some of the football jerseys he has gathered and collected over the years, including some signed by the greats and some that he designed himself for the Republic of Ireland National Team. Catch The Off The Ball Breakfast show LIVE weekday mornings from 7:30am or just search for...

Stephen Doyle was joined by Vinny Perth and Johnny Dunleavy to dive into a huge week of League Of Ireland action The trio review previous weekend's action including Bohemians huge win over Shamrock Rovers, Dundalk’s thumping at the hands of St. Patricks Athletic plus all the rest of the best, including Derry City’s late win over Waterford. And the lads look ahead to our live commentary game this F...

On Wednesday's Football Daily, Phil Egan brings you news from the international game to the Premier League and beyond. The Republic of Ireland fall to a heart-breaking 2–1 defeat against France at Tallaght Stadium despite a spirited display. Katie McCabe gives Ireland the perfect start, finishing brilliantly after carving France open with Emily Murphy in front of a record crowd of 8,376. France’s...

Former Ireland WNT star Julie-Ann Russell & former Ireland WNT boss Sue Ronan join Ger Gilroy & Colm Boohig on the line following Ireland’s VERY narrow loss to a star-studded France… While there is discussion around the game last night, there is also PLENTY of wider chat around the pathways for young girls into football in Ireland… Catch The Off The Ball Breakfast show LIVE weekday morning...

Former Republic of Ireland midfielder Ciara Grant joins Eoin Sheahan to reflect on Ireland's dream start against France in their World Cup qualifier in Tallaght. Republic of Ireland football on Off The Ball with Cadbury | #PaintMarchGreen

Join Matthew Brennan, Ben Symes and David Wilson as they delve into the biggest stories this week in the world of Irish football. On this week's episode, the trio chat about a potential World Cup playoff squad, who could be the bolters, and should we be worried about our attacking options? Heimir Hallgrimsson meets with Sammie Szmodics ahead of a potential recall and what is the latest on Chiedozi...

Off The Ball, in partnership with Guinness 0.0 gave two Arsenal super fans the trip of a lifetime to the Emirates Stadium!    Eoin Sheahan and Kathleen McNamee travelled with competition winners Maire and Mark for Arsenal vs Brentford and Arsenal Women vs Liverpool last December.    From pitch side to the Guinness bar and chats with club legends Dave O'Leary and Louise Quinn, t...

On Tuesday's Football Daily, Phil Egan brings you news from the women's game, the League of Ireland and the Premier League. Ireland kick off their 2027 World Cup qualifying campaign as Carla Ward’s side host France at Tallaght Stadium. Team news and selection dilemmas, with Katie McCabe and Denise O’Sullivan among the experienced names expected to feature. Controversy surrounds Jasmine Mander’s co...

On Monday's Football Daily, Phil Egan brings you news from the Premier League to the Scottish Premiership to the League of Ireland to the international women's side. Arsenal strengthen their Premier League title charge with a tense 2–1 victory over 10-man Chelsea at the Emirates, with Mikel Arteta urging calm as the pressure intensifies. Chelsea boss Liam Rosenior calls for stricter officiating on...

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 nego...

Straight from commentating live on Newstalk FM, Stephen Doyle and Keith Treacy are into our kickback studio to give you all their post-match reaction. The Sunday Kickback is on OTB with William Hill Ireland.

Phil Egan & Brian Kerr bring you all of the reaction from Old Trafford as a Benjamin Sesko bullet-header saw Manchester take home all of the spoils… The Sunday Kickback on Off The Ball with William Hill Ireland.

This week on The Sunday Paper Review, Adrian Barry is joined in studio by athletics journalist Cathal Dennehy, and Olympic canoeist Jenny Egan. In this UNLOCKED section, they reflect on the FAI's confirmation that The Republic of Ireland will fulfil its Nations League fixtures with Israel. Want to listen to the full Sunday Paper Review ad-free? Become a member now at offtheball.com/join!

Ben Symes speaks to St Patrick’s Athletic manager Stephen Kenny and Dundalk FC manager Ciaran Kilduff after Pats defeat the Lillywhites 4-0 at Richmond Park.

Jonathan Higgins speaks to Bohemians boss Alan Reynolds and goal scorer Connor Parsons, as well as Shamrock Rovers manager Stephen Bradley after a 3-2 win to Bohemians at Dalymount.

Ben Symes and Shane Keegan are in the hot seats for this week’s LOI late night.