The Football Family

David dials in from Boston after travelling from Mexico City via Chicago and finds a kindred spirit in Shane. The World Cup knockouts have packed a punch and there is more to come in the quarter-finals. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On David’s flight from Atlanta to Miami, he was introduced to Yuma and Caled, two well-travelled football fans heading home to Florida.  David is then joined by the Lopes family just hours after Cape Verde’s heroic display versus World Cup holders Argentina. Finally, David describes the spectacle that was Mexico versus England in Mexico City’s historic Azteca Stadium, while also touching on t...

David Sneyd dials in from Miami to discuss the relentless World Cup news cycle with Shane Keegan. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

David Sneyd dials in from Atlanta to reflect on a dramatic start to the World Cup knockouts with Shane Keegan. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

David Sneyd catches up with St Patrick’s Athletic and Ghana goalkeeper Joey Anang, before chatting to one of the sport’s best known voices, Geoff Shreeves. David is then joined by Louth man and New England Revolution executive Cathal Conlon to chart the development of the MLS, from David Beckham’s arrival until today, where the world’s greatest player is one of their own. World Cup Voices is a fre...

David Sneyd dials in from Boston to join Shane Keegan in reviewing a comfortable France win against a weakened Norway side. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

David Sneyd dials in from Boston Stadium to review England's 0-0 draw vs Ghana with Shane Keegan. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

David Sneyd catches up with Pico Lopes following another famous Cape Verde result on the world stage, but before that it’s time to tackle the age-old debate about whether a fan's ultimate loyalty and pride should lie with their club or their national team. We hear from two Braga supporters from Portugal, as well as fans from two rival Uruguayan clubs about their tales of following their local team...

David Sneyd dials in from America to join Shane Keegan in reflecting on another excellent Pico Lopes performance at the World Cup. The lads also chat about David's travels to date and what is yet to come as football's biggest competition continues to heat up. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

David Sneyd is on the ground in Boston to capture a snapshot of the contrasting views of American immigrants in the age of ICE. The episode kicks off on the Boston Stadium concourse as David chats to Iraqi-Americans Ban and Khaldoon, who travelled to the Iraq-Norway game in honour of Ban’s late father. We then hear from Norway fan Dennis about Erling Haaland, Ole Gunnar Solskjær and 'the King...

David Sneyd speaks to Pico Lopes and his family in Atlanta after Cape Verde pulled off one of the great World Cup results against Spain. David also chats to Scottish football legend Ally McCoist, a Mexican father-son duo who were priced out of attending Mexico's opening game, and a Ghana supporter who is a leading member of the Joey Anang fan club. The idea behind The 42's World Cup Voices series...

David Sneyd dials in from Atlanta to reflect on a stunning result for Cape Verde with Shane Keegan. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

David Sneyd dials in from Azteca Stadium to reflect on the opening game of the 2026 World Cup with Shane Keegan. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

David Sneyd and The 42 have officially arrived at the World Cup. In the first episode of this new series, David chats to South Africa fan Prince Bosu, as well as members of Mexican GAA club San Patricios. The idea behind this series is to hear from the people on the ground in the USA, Canada and Mexico, to bring their stories to life and hopefully provide as much as an insight into the heart and s...

World Cup week is finally here! David Sneyd and Shane Keegan discuss potential stars of the competition, the two League of Ireland men involved, Gianni Infantino, and perhaps most importantly, who they are backing to take the trophy home. David will be on the ground in the US, Canada and Mexico for the duration of the tournament, bringing listeners and readers along with him right into the heart o...

Shane Keegan and Emma Duffy join David Sneyd to discuss Arsenal's Champions League heartbreak, LOI player development and Katie McCabe's move to Chelsea. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

David Sneyd and Shane Keegan look ahead to the Republic of Ireland's upcoming fixtures, before turning their attention to the League of Ireland and Arsenal. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

David Sneyd and Shane Keegan discuss the struggles young players encounter in the modern game, reflect on Seamus Coleman's Everton farewell and review a busy few days of football. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

David Sneyd, Gavin Cooney and Shane Keegan reflect on the most dramatic of wins for Arsenal over West Ham, and discuss the current state of modern football in England. The lads also chat Bruno Fernandes, Hansi Flick's Barcelona and the League of Ireland. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

David Sneyd and Shane Keegan reflect on the Champions League semi finals, discuss David's trip to QPR and look ahead to Ireland's clash vs Grenada. The lads also preview this weekend's League of Ireland action. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Shane Flynn says life is quieter now as he battles to keep his dream of professional football alive while at the same time coming to terms with the experiences that have shaped him. Now 24, the Dubliner speaks with searing honesty to The Football Family as he discusses a six-year spell at Leicester City that offered a glimpse of what could be in store before a brutal ending. Shane has attempted to...

Gavin Cooney is joined by Shane Keegan to reflect on the weekend's League of Ireland action. The lads discuss Shelbourne's struggles, high-flyers St Patrick's Athletic, Derry CIty vs Shamrock Rovers, and a big win for Sligo Rovers. Elsewhere, the lads praise the drama of the Scottish Premiership run-in and Finn Azaz' Wembley stunner, before turning their attention to predicting who will fail in th...

David, Gav and Shane reflect on a pivotal few days in the Premier League run-in, capped off by Manchester City's huge win over Arsenal. The lads also discuss the money involved in this summer's World Cup, before reviewing the weekend's LOI action and looking back on another win for Ireland WNT vs Poland. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Shane Keegan joins David Sneyd to discuss Shamrock Rovers star Victor Ozhianvuna, why neutrals struggle to side with Arsenal in the title race, and the seemingly doomed Spurs. The lads also ponder whether Michael Carrick should be named as Manchester United's permanent manager, and if not, who might be? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

David Sneyd and Shane Keegan reflect on the weekend that was in the League of Ireland, as Ciarán Kilduff continues to impress, Graham Burke hits yet another milestone and Derry and Shels disappoint. The lads also chat about Gav's recent exclusive interview with Irish boss Heimir Hallgrímsson. . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.