Best Keith Beard Podcasts (2025)

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Football Daily | Storm Amy lays waste to some domestic fixtures, Kenny's 1000th game, Ferguson draws yet another blank and Liverpool suffer Alisson blow 18:48

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On Friday's Football Daily, David Wilson brings you the latest from last night's European games, a look ahead to the FAI Cup semi final between Cork City and St. Patricks Athletic, and what games have already fallen foul of the weather. Stephen Bradley is disappointed with the manner of how his side conceded against Sparta Prague. Joey O'Brien plea…

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Owen Heary & Barry Murphy: "They let Hacken off the hook last night" | Shels, Rovers in Europe, FAI Cup Semis | OFF THE BALL 30:56

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Former Shelbourne Captain Owen Heary and former Shamrock Rovers Goalkeeper Barry Murphy join Colm Boohig and Keith Treacy to discuss last night's Europa Conference League action which saw Shelbourne claim their first point in European Group Stage football and Shamrock Rovers lose away to Sparta Prague. Off The Ball Breakfast w/ UPMC Ireland | #GetB…

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Final One Standing: Down to the top 10! | Forest fans turn on Ange | "Amorim is a dead man walking" 44:19

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Eoin Sheahan, Mick McCarthy and David Wilson try and predict the future as we get down to the final 10 in Final One Standing. Final One Standing on Off The Ball is brought to you by William Hill, download the app and play today. Over 18's only see gamblingcare.ie for more

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The Radical Priest: Rev Troy Perry (Season 4; Ep 8) 48:13

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He’s preaching revolution! In this episode, Reverend Troy Perry, founder of the Metropolitan Community Church, joins us to chart his unlikely journey from Southern Baptist roots to gay‐affirming ministry and queer liberation. He recalls founding MCC in his living room in 1968, officiating groundbreaking same-sex marriages, and fighting for dignity …

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Liverpool Stumble, Managers Shuffle, And An Irish Hammer Puts Faith In Nuno 40:48

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Cathal is joined once again by OTB’s Colm Boohig to preview this weekend’s fixtures. The lads dive into Liverpool’s recent stumble, United’s ongoing struggles, and Colm is a bit baffled at Graham Potter’s sacking on a Saturday morning. Lifelong West Ham fan John McCarthy joins Cathal to reflect on the club’s recent managerial change and what it cou…

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Kayleigh Shine & Kelly Brady: Athlone Town are Women’s LOI Premier Division Champions! 20:50

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Kayleigh Shine and Kelly Brady of Athlone Town join Eoin Sheahan the day after they won the Women’s League of Ireland title with a 4-0 victory over Cork City.

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Football Daily | Heimir recalls 7 players including Coleman, Parrott and Egan for WC Qualifiers, Shelbourne and Shamrock Rovers begin European odysseys, and Celtic fans protest 12:04

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On Thursday's Football Daily, Phil Egan brings you the latest from the Republic of Ireland camp as Heimir Hallgrimsson recalls seven players. Hallgrimsson pleased to welcome back experience in Coleman and Egan. Joey O'Brien wary of Swedish challenge. Stephen Bradley is delighted to have his Shamrock Rovers' side exactly where they want. Evan Fergus…

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Word On The Street | Ep.20: Nightmare in New York | Ryder Cup abuse | Alcohol at the GAA? | Off The Ball 43:27

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Happy Thursday everyone! Welcome to another episode of Word On The Street, where this week we're looking at toxic fan culture in light of the chaotic scenes at the Ryder Cup this past weekend. What are the main causes, and how can we fix it? Have a topic or thought in mind? Send us a DM on @offtheball on all our social platforms or send us a WhatsA…

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Football Daily | Slot fears for Alisson injury, Arteta targets trophy success, and Troy Parrott's injury boost ahead of the Ireland squad announcement 10:00

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On Wednesday's Football Daily, Phil Egan brings you the fallout from a big night in the UEFA Champions League plus is Troy Parrott going to be included in the Republic of Ireland squad on Thursday? Arne Slot worries for Alisson's injury. Enzo Maresca says that his team isn't a dirty side despite three reds this season. Alejandro Garnacho has no ill…

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THE LOI POD | Dublin derby reaction | 1000th match for Kenny | Off The Ball 1:07:06

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For this week's League of Ireland Pod, Stevo, Gareth, and Vinny look back on the most recent round of fixtures, which included an electric Dublin derby, as well as looking ahead to upcoming cup games and European fixtures The LOI Pod on Off The Ball with Rockshore 0.0

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Fiacre Kelleher and Seani Maguire: 'Opportunities like this don't come around too often... ' | Fan protests in the background as Cork City try to recreate memories of 2016 15:48

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Cork City defender Fiacre Kelleher, and striker Seani Maguire speaks to RedFM's Ruairi O'Hagan ahead of City's FAI Cup semi final meeting with St. Patrick's Athletic on Friday night at home in Turners Cross. The League of Ireland on Off The Ball with Rockshore 0.0

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Stephen Kenny and Joe Redmond: 'If you stand still, you get left behind... ' | Kenny approaches 1000th game in club management as Pats chase FAI Cup final berth 13:20

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St. Patricks Athletic head coach Stephen Kenny, and captain Joe Redmond speaks to our own David Wilson ahead of St. Pats FAI Cup semi final meeting with Cork City FC on Friday night. The League of Ireland on Off The Ball with Rockshore 0.0

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Stephen Bradley and Daniel Cleary: 'We want to be playing big games in the second part of the season... ' | Rovers target a double as European football takes centre-stage once again 8:49

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Shamrock Rovers head coach Stephen Bradley, and defender Daniel Cleary speaks to our own David Wilson ahead of Shamrock Rovers' clash with Sparta Prague on Thursday night, plus the meeting with Kerry FC on Sunday evening in the FAI Cup semi final. The League of Ireland on Off The Ball with Rockshore 0.0…

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The COYGIG Pod Ep. 158 | Arsenal falter as United drive on | Athlone close in on title 37:07

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It's only four rounds into the season but should Arsenal fans be concerned after dropping more points? Kathleen McNamee is joined by Karen Duggan and Scarlett Herron to discuss the Gunners' form as well as Athlone's big win over Shelbourne in the hunt for another league title. The COYGIG Pod on Off The Ball is in association with Cadbury, the offic…

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Football Daily | Jose's back at the Bridge, Liverpool's ropey defensive worries, Bradley's Rovers at the business end, and is it goodbye to an iconic footballing Mecca? 10:36

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On Tuesday's Football Daily, Phil Egan brings you the build-up to a big night in the UEFA Champions League plus Shamrock Rovers' have their eyes on the business end of the season. Arne Slot isn't worried about Liverpool's defensive frailties just yet. Mario Lemina is expecting a Liverpool backlash in Istanbul. Thomas Frank ain't taking the trip to …

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Football Daily | Arteta's Arsenal win big in Newcastle, Coleman feels the Waterford blues, Roma join Milan and Napoli at the top, and 50 athletes call for Israel ban 10:39

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On Monday's Football Daily, Phil Egan brings you the latest as Arsenal snatched a late win against Newcastle United, and a look ahead to tonight's game as Everton take on West Ham. Mikel Arteta feels like it was a big weekend in the title race. Eddie Howe worries over the lack of quality in his team's performance. Unai Emery wants his Aston Villa s…

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Meet the Irishman behind a sports data company powering the world's best leagues | Stephen Smith on Off The Ball Breakfast 25:08

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Stephen Smith has taken an interesting road to reach the forefront of data and analytics in some of the world's biggest sporting competitions. Working as a Senior Injury Rehabilitation and Conditioning Coach with Leinster Rugby under Michael Cheika and then Joe Schmidt, he left the Irish province in 2012 to establish Kitman Labs, a company helping …

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Villa's First Win | Are Fulham Short a Striker? | The Sunday Kickback | Off the Ball 8:47

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Richie McCormack and Keith Treacy review Premier League action from Villa Park as Unai Emery and Aston Villa picked up their first win of the Premier League season against Marco Silva and Fulham. With thanks to William Hill | 18+ | Gamble Responsibly

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THE SUNDAY KICKBACK: "It will have a huge galvanizing factor" | Newcastle 1-2 Arsenal | OFF THE BALL 18:31

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Stephen Doyle and Vinnie Perth are on hand to bring you the reaction from the thrilling encounter between Newcastle and Arsenal at St James Park in our second LIVE Newstalk commentary of the day, which saw Arsenal win late on thanks to a Gabriel header in stoppage time. The Sunday Kickback on Off The Ball w/ William Hill Ireland…

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LOI Late Night: Rovers one step closer to the title | Shels beat Waterford in fiery encounter 51:40

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Ben Symes, Shane Keegan and Johnny Ward are here for LOI Late Night after yet another dramatic evening of League of Ireland football. LOI on OTB is with Rockshore 0.0

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OTB's Big Match Preview - Premier League week 6 23:53

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Welcome to another of this season's Off The Ball Big Match previews. Every week, Stephen Doyle, or another member of team OTB will mark your card for Off The Ball's Premier League commentaries of the week. This Sunday, our live Premier League action on Off The Ball begins with the meeting Aston Villa and Fulham at Villa Park, and Richie McCormack a…

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FOOTBALL DAILY | Bradley & Byrne on Dublin derby, UEFA favours Israeli expulsion 14:29

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In Friday's Football Daily, Phil Egan brings you a full preview of tonight's League of Ireland action, which includes Off The Ball's live game at Tallaght Stadium. We speak to Stephen Bradley and Bohemians defender Cian Byrne ahead of that clash in Tallaght. We also hear from Kevin Doherty, Patrick Hickey and John Coleman before another busy night …

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Final One Standing: Long throws are back! | Arsenal takes the handbrake off | Have Liverpool already won the league? 33:59

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Will O'Callaghan was joined by Kathleen McNamee and David Wilson for this weeks Final One Standing where they try and predict the future and pick the winners of this weekend's premier league fixtures. Final One Standing on Off The Ball is brought to you by William Hill, download the app and play today. Over 18's only see gamblingcare.ie for more…

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Zack Elbouzedi: 'It is a big deal for the club... ' | St. Patrick's Athletic chase FAI Cup success but won't be taking their eye off the ball 6:11

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Zack Elbouzedi speaks to our own Cillian Horan ahead of St. Patrick's Athletic's meeting with Sligo Rovers on Saturday night. St. Pats are still in the hunt for Europe via their league placing and have Cork City away in an FAI Cup semi final next Friday. The League of Ireland on Off The Ball with Rockshore 0.0…

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THE LEAGUE OF IRELAND POD : Shamrock Rovers vs Bohemians Showdown | "It's Dublin Derby Time" 48:52

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Nathan Murphy was joined by Johnny Dunleavy and Vinny Perth as we gear up to the massive Dublin derby between Shamrock Rovers and Bohemians. The League of Ireland Pod on Off The Ball is brought to you by Rockshore 0.0, refreshingly alcohol free. Always be drink aware, visit drinkaware.ie

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Harry Wood: 'It is something that I will remember forever... ' | Shels chase a return to Europe ahead of Waterford visit 13:45

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Harry Wood speaks to our own Cillian Horan ahead of Shelbourne's clash with Waterford on Friday night. Shels are currently in sixth position and need to win games to keep their European aspirations for next season alive. The League of Ireland on Off The Ball with Rockshore 0.0

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Cian Byrne: 'All the lads know how much this game means to the fans...' | Bohemians' Byrne on derby clash with Shamrock Rovers 6:32

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Cian Byrne speaks to our own Cillian Horan ahead of our live commentary game of Bohemians' derby clash with Shamrock Rovers, a game which Bohs need to win to keep their European push going. The League of Ireland on Off The Ball with Rockshore 0.0

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Football Daily | Celtic's good start in Belgrade, Keane's Ferencvaros turnover, Saliba signs new deal and Rooney's alcohol struggles 10:00

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On Thursday's Football Daily, Phil Egan brings you the fallout from last night's action in Europe plus the EFL Cup action. Brendan Rodgers pleased with Celtic's start in Serbia. Ange Postecoglou rues Nottingham Forest's mess-up in Seville. Robbie Keane's Ferencvaros take on Viktoria Plzen in the Europa League. Julian Alvarez bags a hat-trick for At…

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Stephen Bradley: 'We will do everything possible to try and win the game...' | Rovers war-cry on the cusp of their 22nd title as Bohs come to town 8:12

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Stephen Bradley speaks to our own Nathan Murphy ahead of our live commentary game of Shamrock Rovers' derby clash with Bohemians, a game which Rovers could secure the league title with. The League of Ireland on Off The Ball with Rockshore 0.0

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Homeless World Cup | "Walking the streets of Ireland homeless... to Norway representing your country" 44:01

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Scott O’Brien and Emma Brennan are in studio with Eoin to talk about representing Ireland at the Oslo 2025 Homeless World Cup. They also open up about their experiences with drug and alcohol abuse and the work of Coolmine, a drug and alcohol treatment centre. Warning, this piece does include conversations around drug use and addiction.…

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Football Daily | Cork's Brian Barry-Murphy takes Premier League scalp, Ekitike feels Slot's wrath, Celtic begin Europa campaign and Barca suffer an injury blow 13:12

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On Wednesday's Football Daily, Phil Egan brings you the fallout from last night's EFL Cup action, a look ahead to tonight's games and what ties to watch out for on the opening night of the Europa League. Arne Slot rages against the Hugo Ekitike decision to take off his shirt in celebration. A tribute to Matt Beard. Enzo Maresca passes the Michael S…

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Football Daily | Rovers move a step closer to the title, Drogs make big Euro push, City apologies, a host of Irish coaches in EFL Cup action and Marseille win 'Le Classique' 17:58

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On Tuesday's Football Daily, Phil Egan brings you the fallout from last night's League of Ireland action, plus the latest in Europe and who won big at the Ballon d'Or ceremony. Stephen Bradley on a big Rovers' win. John Coleman laments refereeing decisions. Kev Doherty praises his finishers. Joey O'Brien rues his side's inability to take their chan…

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The COYGIG Pod Ep. 157 | Football pays tribute to the legendary Matt Beard 49:29

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It was a difficult weekend across the world of football after the tragic passing of Matt Beard was announced. Kathleen McNamee is joined by Karen Duggan and Scarlett Herron to pay tribute to a man who helped shaped football in England. They also chatted to Scarlett about her new adventure with Hibernian over in Scotland and the announcement of a ne…

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OWEN HEARY: "Hard to see anyone challenging Rovers in the next few years!" | LOI roundup | OTB Breakfast Soccer 24:11

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Former Shelbourne, Bohemians & Sligo manager, Owen Heary, joins Ger Gilroy & Colm Boohig on the show to round up last night's League of Ireland fixtures, as the league nears its end. Off The Ball Breakfast w/ UPMC Ireland | #GetBackInAction Catch The Off The Ball Breakfast show LIVE weekday mornings from 7:30am or just search for Off The Ball Break…

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Football Daily | Pep the pragmatist, Forza Roma, Forza Evan, a full LOI preview and Ousmane Ballon d'Or? 12:31

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On Monday's Football Daily, Phil Egan brings you the latest as Arsenal and Manchester City played out a 1-all draw, whilst Unai Emery's Aston Villa continue to struggle in the Premier League. Mikel Arteta praises super-sub Gabriel Martinelli. Pep Guardiola now is a transitional coach. Unai Emery criticises lazy Villa players. Roma win the derby wit…

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THE SUNDAY KICKBACK: "Jesus... how important was that goal!" | Arsenal 1 - 1 Man City | OFF THE BALL 8:28

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Nathan Murphy and Keith Treacy are on hand after our LIVE Newstalk Premier League commentary to bring you all of the reaction from The Emirates Stadium, where Gabriel Martinelli saved the day! A goal 3 minutes into extra time saw Arsenal come back and equalise against Manchester City. The Sunday Kickback on Off The Ball w/ William Hill Ireland…

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THE SUNDAY KICKBACK: ’There’s just a real lack of vibrancy…’ | Sunderland 1-1 Aston Villa | OFF THE BALL 8:02

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Richie McCormack & Brian Kerr are on hand to bring you all of the reaction from The Stadium Of Light as Sunderland entertained Aston Villa in our first LIVE Newstalk commentary of the day, which saw Unai Emery’s side ultimately failed to CASH in on what should have been a costly red card for the home side… The Sunday Kickback on Off The Ball w/ Wil…

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OTB's Big Match Preview - Premier League week 5 19:10

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Welcome to another of this season's Off The Ball Big Match previews. Every week, Stephen Doyle, or another member of team OTB will mark your card for Off The Ball's Premier League commentaries of the week. This Sunday, our live Premier League action on Off The Ball begins with the meeting of Sunderland and Aston Villa at the Stadium of Light. Richi…

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Football Daily | LOI preview, another Hallgrimsson blow, Arsenal boardroom shake-up 14:46

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On Friday's Friday's Football Daily, Phil Egan has a full preview of tonight's League Of Ireland action, which includes our live game at Richmond Park pitting St. Pat's against struggling Galway United. We hear from Luke Turner, Tiernan Lynch, Gerard Grimes, John Russell, Grant Horton and more. Heimir Hallgrimsson's been dealt another blow in his f…

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FINAL ONE STANDING: 'The closest Merseyside derby at Anfield in quite some time!' | Amorim's future? 42:42

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Kathleen McNamee hosts this week's Final One Standing as Eve Conway and David Wilson debate all the major talking points heading into Merseyside derby weekend in the Premier League! The Final One Standing on Off The Ball with William Hill.

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"I absolutely loved those boots!" | Favourite football boots | LOI action tonight | BARRY MURPHY | OTB Breakfast Soccer 38:15

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OTB's Colm Boohig, ex-Ireland international Keith Treacy & former LOI goalkeeper Barry Murphy chat about the weekend's League of Ireland action, their favourite football boots growing up & more. Off The Ball Breakfast w/ UPMC Ireland | #GetBackInAction Catch The Off The Ball Breakfast show LIVE weekday mornings from 7:30am or just search for Off Th…

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Gay Lib Pre-Gay Lib: Keith St Clare (Season 4; Ep 7) 56:22

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He’s back in the story: Keith St Clare, the trailblazing mind behind Vanguard magazine—“gay liberation pre-gay liberation”—returns to share how he gave voice to the untouchables at a time when many in the movement wanted conformity over difference. From serving in the U.S. Air Force underage, to publishing Vanguard under his own name and address, t…

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"Are we really that bad?!" | Gen Z: Long Story Short | Dying Attention Spans & Speeding Up Sports | WORD ON THE STREET 35:41

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Gen Z can't concentrate on anything for more than 8 seconds... including sports!? Federations are coming up with more and more ways to speed up sports, from T20 cricket and Rugby 7s to sprint races in the F1. This week, Susanna, Eve, and Rachel take to the streets to find out what the Irish public think about the shortened versions of games and whe…

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THE LOI POD | "Kacper Chorążka is the best goalkeeper in the League" | Sligo's Struggles 43:28

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It's Cameron Hill hosting this week's League Of Ireland pod and he is joined by as usual by Vinny Perth and Gareth McGlynn. They discuss the best goalkeeper in the league, another cup defeat for Sligo Rovers, and much more! The League of Ireland Pod on Off The Ball with Rockshore 0.0

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Football Daily | Liverpool's late late show, Maresca to welcome Mourinho, KDB back on familiar ground, and a special night on Tyneside as Newcastle face Barcelona 16:45

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On Thursday's Football Daily, Phillip Egan brings you the latest from the second night of Champions League action as Chelsea suffer defeat away to FC Bayern, whilst Liverpool beat Atletico Madrid with a late header. Arne Slot feels like they should not have left things so late. Enzo Maresca rues red card decision. Eddie Howe wants a special night o…

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"Others in the league didn't think they'd get this far" | Athlone's women bow out of Europe 4:07

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Athlone Town's European adventure came to an end on Wednesday night with a 3-0 loss at home to Glasgow City in the Europa Cup. After the game, OTB's Eve Conway spoke to captain Kayleigh Shine, and a proud manager in John Sullivan.

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Billy Dennehy & Ivan Hurley: ‘LOI football was seen as unachievable down here’ | The Rise of Kerry FC 23:12

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Tonight on The Football Show we look into the wonderful story of Kerry FC, with Sporting Director Billy Dennehy and Media Officer Ivan Hurley, as they reach the semi-finals of the FAI Cup, after only joining the First Division in 2023. The Football Show on Off The Ball is brought to you by William Hill. 18+. Please Gamble Responsibly.…

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FOOTBALL DAILY | Arteta's Arsenal adaptors, Jose listens to Benfica offer, Chelsea and Jackson to reunite, and Liverpool's moneybags take on Atleti 15:52

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On Wednesday's Football Daily, Phillip Egan brings you the fallout from the opening night of the UEFA Champions League proper, as Arsenal and Spurs get off to positive starts. Mikel Arteta praises his side's tactical flexibility. Thomas Frank feels his side deserved the three points despite Villareal pressure. Roberto de Zerbi rues Real Madrid's pe…

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Football Daily | Arsenal and Spurs begin their Champions League odysseys, Harry Arter's appraisal of Eddie Howe and Norway to donate profits of Israel tie to Gaza relief 12:08

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On Tuesday's Football Daily, Phillip Egan brings you the latest as the Champions League proper gets underway tonight. Mikel Arteta knows the fine margins will decide qualification. David Raya praises his international teammate and now clubmate Martin Zubimendi. Thomas Frank will have new boy Randal Kolo Muani available, plus he feels that tactical …

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Football Daily | 'There are a lot of things that you have no idea about what happened...' Amorim fights back, and Kenny revels in Meila's final days 11:48

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On Monday's Football Daily, Phillip Egan brings you the latest as St. Patricks Athletic booked their place in the last four of the FAI Cup thanks to a 3-1 AET time win over Galway United. Stephen Kenny is enjoying Mason Melia's final days in a Pats shirt. Jordan Garrick feels like his side's quality shone through. Ruben Amorim doubles down on his s…