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Rubin Amorim is struggling and he is unwilling to change from his losing strategy. Is hhe the only one at fault at Manchester United?Liverpool winning but only just.... againWest Ham and Wolves are in big trouble!
Max Dowman and Rio Ngumoha reminded us this week that if you are good enough then you are old enough!- Fernandes Penalty Hell- Potter needs a magical turnaround and fast
After an impressive debut from Hugo Ekitike, should Liverpool forget about handing over 150 Million to Newcastle?- Amorim says Man Utd can beat any team... bar the first team they play!- La Liga selling their soul
The Premier Leage season is under a week away and its been a busy busy summer in the transfer market...- Manchester United are looking more calculated- Are Man City finished after their World club World Cup spending spree?- Celtic are Champions after 2 games
While football is hugely important to alot of our lives, today we got reminded what actually is the most important thing in our lives. - RIP Diogo Jota & Andre Silva- Keith Andrews takes over at Brentford- Could Al Hilal win the Premier League- 8 Second GK rule
Thomas Tuchel got a rude awakening in the last international break. So much so that his mam had to step in...- Bellingham too big for his boots?- Thomas Frank makes a big move!- Trent fluent in spanish already!?- Is Wirtz a huge risk?
If you are going to win your first Champions League, well why not do it in style!? 5-0 is a hammering and that's being kind....- Kelleher to Brentford- Will Fernandes leave United? - Cole Palmer MOTM but why?
There is a huge job to be done at Old Trafford to turn around the mismanagement over the last 10 years and more. They have hit rock bottom and tough descisions now need to be made.Phil Foden shares why he has been struggling with poor formVAR also hit rock bottom in the FA Cup Final. Where does it go from here?
- Will Tottenham have a better season than Arsenal if they win the Europa League?- What football Phrases annoy you?- Why are Liverpool fans giving Trent so much stick?
So we all know theres tonnes of money in the Premier League... But is it the same attractive product that it once was?- Money and more Money at the Club World Cup- Brandon Williams fall from the top- Are Sky on their way out of the Premier League... and why?
- Premier League Referees earning up to £250k a year- The top 10 biggest clubs in Britain - The fury surrounding Trent Alexander-Arnolds free move to Madrid
The debate is always out there... Who is or was the greatest football player ever? Everyone has their thoughts, we shared ours...
- Ashley Young is a Diver... that's why Everton didn't get their penalty. Simple as that! - Arsenal fold yet again!- Real Madrid are getting too big for their boots!
Manchester United Fans.... With only 4 wins in 14 Premier League games and sitting in 15th position, You are in a relegation battle! - Spurs Supporter's turn on Daniel Levy- Liverpools Big Week
Jadon Sancho was trying to be centre of attention again and it's yet again not for footballing reasons....- Plymouth dump out Liverpool- Ange is hanging on by a thread- Should Amirom change tactics?
The transfer deadline is over and we discuss a few moves....- Evan Ferguson is a Hammer- Marcus Rashford moves to Aston Villa, is it a good move for Villa?- 2 out of 3 Irish goalkeepers ain't bad- And Arsenal hit City for 5!
With no victories in his last 7 game, Ange Postecoglous position as Manageer of Tottenham Hotspur looks in serious doubt.. can he survive?Also...- Forest tumble back to earth with a bang!- Yellow cards are the new red cardsAn much more!
They always say never go back to your ex! But David Moyes likes to dip back in to where he was once before.This time he is back to Goodison Park and he knows what he wants... Also..- Walker & Rashford look to leave the Premier League- Financial fines to be put in place, but to which clubs?
After the 2-2 draw with Manchester United, attention quickily focused back on to Liverpool's unsuccessful contract negotiations with Alexander-Arnold, Virgil Van Dijk and Mo Salah! Are Liverpool playing a dangerous game?- Inconsistant Man Utd- Managers in and Managers out- What is Handball?
All the talk about set piece coaches etc you wouls swear that Arsenal reinvented the wheel. One thing for sure, they are getting results... but why?- Manchester United sack another employee- Club World Cup Draw- Cole Palmer making Chelsea Tick
Liverpool outclassed Manchester City at Anfield in a game where the champions looked very ordinary! We discussed Liverpools dominace of this game and their displays so far and also Pep's struggles.- Aston Villa and Newcastle slump to the bottom half of the table- Some positivity at Manchester United- A review of the new Champions League format... so far
It was inevitable wasn't it!? Erik Ten Haag was walking a tight rope since the start of the season. He failed to convince anyone than any sort of progression was being made and INEOS let the Dutchman go. But why didn't they do it in the summer?- Almorim to take over at United- Real Madrid have a strop- Arsenal sit back again
Should the clubs be able to spend what they want, when they want?We chat about this plus...- Siapan the movie brings up bad memories- Klopp has a new job- Where are all the academy players that should be coming through?
With Rodri such an influential personality at City and ruled out for the season we ask which player you feel your team couldn't do without?- Has the art of defending almost died?- Ten Haag believes 'we are all in it together'
There's one in every club, That player that doesn't seem to do much but gets away with it or worse... praised! Who's your player?Also, Who is the most important person in a club now? The Manager, the Players, the Director of Football, or the owner?
Spurs needed to replace Harry Kane's goals and ensure value for money, so...... they bought Dominic Solanke!- Will Solanke be a success?- Are Football players going to go on strike?- Liverpool good, Liverpool bad
Well, it was same old same old for Manchester United. Liverpool wiped the floor with Erik Ten Haag's team and the pressure piles up again.- Declan Rice sees Red- Haaland is on Fire but who replaces him if he gets injured?
The Transfer window is nearly closed for the summer and it's been a busy one.- Ramsdale to Southampton- Chiesa to Liverpool- Ugarte to Man Utd- Nketiah to Crystal PalacePlus many more...
The 2024/25 Premier League season has kicked off and we know one thing for certain... Chelsea are no better to watch this season!- Is Slot the answer for Liverpool?- Man Utd are still short in Midfield- Ivan Toney seems to be holding out for the money!
Another Euros has come and gone and it was more heartbreak for England, but where did it all go wrong?(Recorded before Garreth Southgates resignation)
You don't have to play great in a tournament to go on and win it! England understand this more then most after the 2020 final.This week we discuss.....- Spain are the best side to watch- Watkins, should he start ahead of Kane- Deschamps has a few big decisions
It was a week to look back on the Euro's and reflect on the competition so far?- Bellingham saves Southgate- Spain cruise past Georgia- Where is all the quality?
The Euro's are well and truly up and running and there was much to talk about....- Scotland are eliminated at the group stage again- Southgate has served up many debates after the first couple of games- What has happened to the natural goal scorer?
Well, the Premier League season is over and we decided to put together our team of the year.There are a few exclusions that may raise a few eyebrows, but we feel our team is just about right.... Let us know your thoughts and share your team of the year!
With Pochettino and Chelsea deciding to part ways, Klopp's decision to leave Liverpool, De Zerbi gone, Kompany going to Munich and Lopetegui taking over at West Ham.... The managerial Merry Go Round is well and truly underway!
It's been a season to forget at Old Trafford and just when you thought it couldn't get any worse.. the stadium starts to fall apart!We discuss the Old Trafford waterfall and more including...- Spurs fan's and their losing mentality- Premier League clubs to vote on VAR
Eric Ten Haag told us this week that Manchester United are one of the most dynamic and entertaining teams in the Premier League.... We didn't see that one coming!!We discuss this and also....- Salah and Klopp touchline fallout- It's a two-horse race for the title- Worry for Ferguson at Brighton
It was a week of controversy and drama and who doesn't love a bit of football drama......- Pressure on Pep, Arteta and Klopp, who will buckle first?- Nottingham Forest accuses the FA and Premier League of cheating- Who would you want on your team? Saka, Palmer, or De Bruyne?
When your club has a designated penalty taker, why do they allow someone else to pull rank?- Coventry make it to Wembley- Man United look half-decent for once- Spurs and Villa fight it out
After the big game at the weekend, it's fair enough to say Liverpool will look back on missed opportunities. We discuss this plus much more including... - Spurs hammer Villa- Brighton's Inconsistency - Alisson vs Kelleher- Arsenal tweak that brought the goals
Drogheda United's owners were true to their word when they said they would look into acquiring Weavers Park. We discuss the positive news and also..- CK United next for LOI?- John O'Shea is the Irish Boss- Republic of Ireland Women's team face a tough Euro Draw
When Bohemian's supporters misbehave, is it fair to punish another club for that!? We discuss this and more including...- Is it ok to put your hands on a ball boy/girl? It seems to be...- Caoimhin Kelleher reminds everyone that he's still around ahead of the spring internationals
Everton have had some up's and down's this season and the rollercoaster continued over the weekend...- Klopp earns more Silverware- Alphonso Davies agrees €70 million move
The Republic of Ireland manager job seems to be a job that isn't that appealing. We discuss this and much more including...- Shelbourne to purchase Tolka?- Finn Harps under threat?- A look back at the opening weekend
What's the future for Irish football? We were at the FAI Football Consultation and a few interesting things were revealed....Also..- Dalymount gets the green light- The Republic of Irelands Nations League draw gets the juices flowing- And the league is finally back!!!
West Ham fans have never fully taken to David Moyes. After being hit for six by Arsenal, it makes things a little more difficult to see a contract being placed on the table!- Harry Kane gets roasted in Germany!- Should Kobbie Mainoo be in the next England Squad?- Should the Blue card be dismissed so easily?
There seems to be a big weekly story coming out of Dundalk every week! - No plastic pitch for Dundalk- Treaty United feeling the blues- Longford hit the century
It was a big game, there was no doubt about that! Arsenal claimed all 3 points but Jamie Carragher was having none of the celebrations...- Can Arsenal win the league?- Is Pochettino under real pressure now?- Is Hojlund the real deal?
Wexford Football Club is going in the right direction and the news of some US investment into the club is very welcome indeed.....- Who would you like to be the new Ireland boss?- A League of Ireland fixture sees itself sneak into the top 50 of Copa 90's best derbies in world football
Jurgen Klopp shocked the footballing world when he announced he would step down as Liverpool manager at the end of the season.- Why is he leaving?- Who is likely to take over?- How does the news affect the team this season and next?- What made him so successful?
Roy Shanahan and Nathan Doyle talk all things Irish including...- Do we want a Third tier in the League of Ireland?- Dundalk is looking to sell its naming rights Plus a bit more!
There was only a handful of Premier League games but that didn't shop the football stories rolling in...- Eni Aluko questions the policing of online hate speech- The Saudi League starts to show signs of wobble- Financial Fair Play rules starting to show its teeth
It's only 4 weeks to the League of Ireland's opening games and there is so much to discuss...- Is Higgins under pressure this season?- Can Galway make a big impact on the Premier Division?- Can anyone topple 4 in a row Champions Shamrock Rovers?- What is success for Damien Duff and Shelbourne?Plus a lot more!
January shocked us early this year! Are Bayern Munich looking to improve their squad? We discuss.....- Sancho to Dortmund- Dyer to Germany too..- Havertz & Arsenal both struggling - Does Klopp need to win the League again before his times up at Liverpool?
There doesn't seem to be a game that isn't decided by VAR these days!We discuss the need for VAR and also..- Squad size in the Champions League can make or break your season- Are Chelsea Improving?
Stephen Bradley was unhappy that Cork City didn't give his Shamrock Rovers team a guard of honour, We discuss this and much more including...- The women's national team goes from strength to strength- Can Cobh Ramblers pull off a shock?
Lionel Messi made it a record 8 Ballon d,Or's. Did he deserve it this year?Roy Shanahan, David Buggle, and Neal Dobbs discussed this and much more including.....- Erik Ten Hag starts to feel the pressure- Saudi Arabia and the 2034 World Cup
If you're a Dundalk supporter these days it's getting more and more worrying. Roy Shanahan and Nathan Doyle discuss the rumours surrounding the club and also discuss..- League of Ireland takeovers at Treaty United & Drogheda- Stadium developments including Oriel Park- Is Euro 2028 going to benefit the LOI in any way?
Is Bobby Charlton up there with the greatest footballers of all time? We discuss this and many other topics including....- Spurs are looking less and less... Spursy!- Premier League goalkeepers are struggling- Who has been the best purchase so far?
Roy Shanahan was joined by Neal Dobbs and David Buggle to discuss...- City lose 3 in the last 5 games- Can Newcastle win the Champions League?- Is Birmingham and Rooney a good fit?And much more!
The rumours are out that Stephen Bradley is no longer a happy camper at Shamrock Rovers. Is his time there nearly up?- Liam Buckley moves back to his Sporting Director role- Are Drogheda United close to securing investment in the club?- A couple of Managers secure their 2024 position in the hot seat
Was it just a mistake or were the VAR officials just Asleep At The Wheel?- Can a foul not just be a foul anymore?- Ten Haag sees improvement in Manchester United!- How good is the standard of goalkeeping in the Premier League?
As Dave Rogers leaves his position at Finn Harps we ask 'Who will be next to sit in the Finn Harps hot seat?'- What is needed to help Galway United remain a regular club in the top tier?- WNT make it 2 out of 2 in the Nations League- UCD and Andy Myler part company
We are six games into the Premier League season and some things haven't changed from last season.... Like Chelsea being absolutely rubbish! We discuss the Blues and more including...- What is handball?- Liverpool have a fire in their belly again!- Would Bruno Fernandes get more recognition if he played for a better team like Man City?
Bohemians have been working hard behind the scenes for years to redevelop Dalymount Park. Is it finally about to happen? Also..- The Irish FA release a 5-year plan for the NIFL- Jonathan Hill discusses both Stephen Kenny and Vera Pauw- The FAI cup draw makes for interesting reading
Four defeats out of five leave Stephen Kenny in a precarious position! We discuss, what next and most likely who next?
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- The U21s show the seniors how it's done
- Derry City and Finn Harps Stadium redevelopment news
- The next Women's International manager
- Look ahead to the weekend's LOI games
Many were worried about Sligo Rovers at the start of the season, halfway through it it doesn't look to be getting any better! Roy Shanahan and Nathan Doyle discuss Sligo and many other Irish football topics brought up this week....
- Irish clubs in Europe
- What Managers will be under pressure during the league run-in?
- What will be Ireland's legacy after the World Cup?
Evan Ferguson received heaps of praise at the weekend and that was just music to Bohemian supporters everywhere!
- Derry City in Europe
- Irish Abroad
- Do clubs underestimate the efforts of Ultra Supporters?
- LOI review
Shamrock Rovers have had a week to forget. They're not the only ones. Roy Shanahan and Nathan Doyle look at all the LOI news including...
- Is Sky Sports to show LOI games?
- Packie Bonner is looking for LOI clubs to be a feeder club for Celtic
- Cup Competitions Galore
- Women's World Cup
With the World Cup now less than two weeks away, Vera Pauw certainly didn't need any distractions to the team's preparations but that's what she got.
- Will Andy Pilley's jail time see an unstable future for Waterford?
- An update on redevelopment work on Richmond Park
What a week for Irish Football..... Roy Shanahan and Nathan Doyle discuss...
- Mayo FC Joined the league!
- Drogheda United is close to securing a US investor
- Robbie Keane takes a job in Israel
Plus a lot more!
Shelbourne fans are on cloud nine with the news that Acun Illcali's takeover has been completed. We discuss this and much more including....
- Derry City have plans of their own
- Warrenpoint to the LOI?
- Which Irish player needs a move this summer?
It was the last day of the Premier League season and the final positions were decided.Roy Shanahan, David Buggle, and Neal Dobbs discuss where this leaves some of the clubs and what there's to do during the summer.
Damien Duff likes to get things off his chest now and again. This week it was football agents and it is hard not to disagree. Roy Shanahan and Nathan Doyle discuss Damien and more..- Andy Pilley faces time in prison- Centre of Excellence in Cork is scrapped- Jon Daly takes over at St Pat's- Ireland U17's in the Euros
Ivan Toney was hit with an eight-month ban for breaking FA betting rules. Roy Shanahan, Neal Dobbs, and David Buggle discuss the aftermath and what the future holds for all at Brentford.Also..- The treble is on for Manchester City- Did Arsenal overachieve this season?- How do you rate Rafael Leao?- Is it time to mic up VAR?
It wasn't exactly a classic but Madrid vs City was as intriguing as we hoped it would be. Roy Shanahan, David Buggle, and Neal Dobbs discuss the Semi Final of the Champions League and how the 2nd leg might look next week.- Manchester United go into full wobble mode- Where next for Messi?- 3 games left in the relegation battle- A new Football Documentary And a bit more
St Pats and Cork City find themselves managerless early into the season. What's going on? Who is going to take over at each club?Roy Shanahan and Nathan Doyle discuss this and more including...- Shamrock Rover gets the bragging rights after the Dublin derby- Irish Women's national team in the Nations League- The step up on banning Pyro has kicked off
Yet again Spurs lose another man in charge! When will they get it right when it comes to managers? Roy Shanahan, Neal Dobbs, and David Buggle discuss this and much more including....- Pochettino to Chelsea?- Arsenal title chances take a major blow- Who goes down this season?
Jack Byrne had a lot to think about over the last couple of weeks as official bids for him came in from the MLS. As the transfer deadline came and passed with Jack staying at Rovers, we ask what does it mean for his future?- More plans are drawn up for Dalymount Park- The FAI submit a document looking for their share in betting tax And a little bit more.....
It's not the first time Manchester United has been knocked down to the canvas this season. Another heartless performance saw them tumble out of the Europa League Quarter Finals. Roy Shanahan, Neal Dobbs, and David Buggle discuss United and much more including...- Frank Lampard is sinking fast- The bookies make City hot favorites to topple Real Madrid- Are Arsenal wobbling?- Juventus have their 15-point reduction reversed
A disgruntled Stephen O'Donnell said his piece about the artificial pitch in Dundalk, Roy Shanahan and Nathan Doyle share their thoughts too! Also this week...- The Euro 2028 bid, Do we really want it?- Athlone Town are at it again!- The LOI Fan question this week is from Australia
Carlo Ancelotti is still rocking it in Spain. Every year his Real Madrid sides have challenged or won a Champions League. It's no different this year and Carlo knows he has one club to swat away- Arsenal had a wobble- Jude Bellingham turns down Liverpool-
Roy Shanahan, David Buggle, and Neal Dobbs discuss the bizarre decision by Chelsea Football Club to appoint Frank Lampard as their short-term manager until the end of the season.Also...- Harry Kane's traumatic visit to Goodison- Newcastle have Champions League in their own handsAnd a little bit more.
Alan Reynolds to Waterford can only strengthen the Blues chances of automatic promotion this season. Roy Shanahan and Nathan Doyle discuss this and more including...- Shelbourne are busy behind the scenes- More Irish talent to Mainland Europe- Is Evan Ferguson the real deal?
Another manager has gone in another trophyless year for Tottenham Hotspur. Roy Shanahan, Neal Dobbs and David Buggle discuss where Spurs go now....Also...- Evan Ferguson on the move?- New Human Rights rule brought in for club owners- We debate who should be next into the Premier League Hall of Fame.... it's getting harder!!!
Roy Shanahan, Nathan Doyle and Neal Dobbs look back over the European Championship Group B qualifier that was the Republic of Ireland vs France..- Were Ireland as good as everyone said?- Who caught the eye on the night?- How do we rate Greece and the Netherlands?Also..- Keith Long to Waterford- Virgin Media to show a LOI game!- Dublin City Council on new building
Roy Shanahan, Neal Dobbs and David Buggle look at the week's football stories including....- What will Daniel Levy do with Harry Kane in the summer?- Earling Haaland = Player of the year?- Is the new world cup format to everyone's liking?Plus alot more...
Roy Shanahan and Nathan Doyle discuss the week's stories including....- A New all island cup for the WNL- Are St Pats taking a step back?- New players eligible to play for the Republic of Ireland And alot more....
Roy Shanahan and Nathan Doyle discuss the weeks League of Ireland stories including...- UCD robbed on Friday night- Athlone Town making strides to improve the club- Hull City are on the hunt- Is it the end of pyro's in our grounds?
After the 5-2 trashing from Real Madrid in the Champions League, Roy Shanahan asked Neal Dobbs and David Buggle to put their finger on what's going wrong at Liverpool!!Let us know what you think is holding the team back....
The FAI recently released its statement about the Markets Field Stand incident. To say Waterford fc supporters where not happy is an understatement!Roy Shanahan and Nathan Doyle discuss..- The opening games in 5 mins- The Markets Field Statement- Are the fans to blame?- Hull City look to invest in Dundalk- Are referee's going to be under further scrutiny? - Should International games be allowed to be played in Derry?
Roy Shanahan, David Buggle and Neal Dobbs discuss all the weeks stories including....- Have Arsenal blown their chances of winning the league?- Did Dyche blow Everton's Merseyside chances before kick-off?- Why can't PSG get it right on the pitch?- Is Conte the problem?Plus so much more
Roy Shanahan and Nathan Doyle were joined by football journalist James Rogers to preview both the Premier Division and the First Division and it turned up a few topics such as...- Can Wexford push for Promotion?- Could Dundalk and Drogheda ever ground share?- Will Shelbourne have enough to break into the European places?Plus a lot more!
With the European Super League news hot off the press we had to squeeze it in. Is it something you would want to see your club in?Roy Shanahan, David Buggle and Neal Dobbs discuss all it entails plus...- Are Manchester City crumbling on and off the pitch?- Is Casemiro as good as the hype suggests?- Leeds United hit the panic button- Has Dyche already shown up Frank Lampard?
Dermot Usher takes over at Turners Cross and it's exciting times ahead for Cork City supporters. Roy Shanahan and Nathan Doyle discuss this and many other stories including....- Sligo Rovers get green light to commence building on the refurbishment of The Showgrounds- The Presidents Cup- Ireland u21 Euro group- LOITV returns
Roy Shanahan and Nathan Doyle were joined by Joseph Murray from Galway United's media team to discuss...- John Caufield & Galway United's 'Now or Never' season- Sligo Rovers need a striker- Dave Rogers breathing excitement & positivity- Drogheda United stadium naming rights - Gambling on LOI Fixtures- Fan Question: Are the 10-team leagues too small?
Harry Kane is set to break all sorts of goalscoring records. While that is all well and good, there isn't a trophy in sight. Is he happy to choose loyalty over ambition?Roy Shanahan was joined by David Buggle and Neal Dobbs to discuss Kane's ambition and much more including....- The mess at Everton- Who has the bigger rebuild.... Klopp or Potter?- The new white card
It's been a couple of tough seasons for Dundalk and already pre-season has the Lilywhite supporters growing nervous.Roy Shanahan and Nathan Doyle discuss the rumours circling around Oriel Park and much more including....- The Brandywell to get a facelift?- Is there room for two clubs from Limerick in the LOI?- Should Cork City be looking to do more than just avoid relegation in 2023?
Roy Shanahan and Nathan Doyle discuss a new season full of change....- Bohemians welcome Pat Fenlon back- What can Kerry FC offer this season?- LOI clubs charging underage teams to play, what do we think of that?And much much more.....
The Season may be finished but there are still plenty of stories and transfers to mull over....- Dave Rogers takes over at Finn Harps- Cork City sold to Dermot Usher - Stephen Henderson is the new Longford boss- WNL goes professional - Are Bohemians falling behind?
Belgium were knocked out of the World Cup at the group stage and in turn, ended the last chance for their golden generation to lift a trophy. Was Roberto Martinez's time in Belgium a failure?Roy Shanahan, Neal Dobbs and David Buggle discuss this and many other World Cup Topics including....- Who would you hate to see win the World Cup?- The end of Ronaldo- Brazil need to dancePlus a lot more!
The season may be finished but that doesn't mean the League of Ireland news and stories does likewise.Roy Shanahan and Nathan Doyle discuss...- New Chairperson at Drogheda United- Sligo Rovers unveil new stadium plans- Cork City to be taken over?- Kerry are in!And much more..
Four years have rolled around since France won the football's biggest prize, well four years and four months. There is so much to discuss including...- Is Southgate too negative to win the World Cup?- Could Ronaldo damage Portugal's chances?- Are France heavily reliant on Kylian Mbappe?And much more......-
What a busy week in the League of Ireland!- Derry City win the FAI Cup- Shelbourne and Southampton to team up?- What now for Finn Harps and Ollie Horgan?- Minimum wage in the LOI- Did Stephen Kenny miss a trick with his latest Irish Squad?
It looks like the Fenway Sports Group have decided that now is the time to jump and make maximum profits off the back of their 300 million acquisition of Liverpool FC which they purchased 12 years ago.Roy Shanahan, David Buggle and Neal Dobbs discuss what's next for Liverpool plus......- Unai Emery gives Villa Fans a little bit of hope- The World Cup controversy.. it's all a little late- England starting elevenAnd much more....
Roy Shanahan and Nathan Doyle were delighted to be joined by Dermot Looney on the eve of the launch of his book 'Saints Rising'. The book looks back at the formation of the club up to the successful period in the late 50's into the early 60's'. This is a book with many great stories.Also, we discuss...- Shelbourne clinch the WNL in dramatic fashion- A couple of managerial departures- Should players celebrate in front of opposition supporters?
Roy Shanahan and Nathan Doyle were back to discuss all the League of Ireland stories including...
- Shamrock Rovers + Cork City = Champions
- LOI Clubs and the National team looking for a new shirt supplier
- Two new women's teams for 2023
- Is John Caufield under a bit of pressure?
Plus much more...
Roy Shanahan, David Buggle and Neal Dobbs look back at a week in football.....
- Gerrard gets the sack
- Keane spouting off about Ronaldo
- Newcastle keep getting results
After turning over Liverpool at the weekend Arsenal maintained their leas at the top of the Premier League. The question is can they stay there?
Roy Shanahan, David Buggle and Neal Dobbs take a look at this weeks football stories including...
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How to solve a problem like Liverpool
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Ronaldo scores his 700th club goal but should he stay or should he go?
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What's the next step for Newcastle?
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Saka, Martinelli, Kulusevski Gallagher or Gordon... Who would you like at your club?
Roy Shanahan and Nathan Doyle look at the weeks League of Ireland stories including,,,,,,,
- Alan Reynolds says no to the bohs job
- Cork City update us on the link to UCD
- Ian Birmingham has a new job at St.Pats
And much more....
It was International week and things didn't go exactly to plan for Steven Kenny.
Roy Shanahan, Neal Dobbs, David Buggle and Nathan Collins look back at the up's and downs during this campaign
It's International week and all eyes are on Stephen Kenny's men. Roy Shanahan and Nathan Doyle discuss the squad and many other stories including....
- Richard Dunne linked to the Bohemians job
- The FAI Cup Semi Finals
- Shamrock Rovers making the same mistakes in Europe
- Munster & Leinster Senior Cups, Do we want them & do we need them?
- Fans Question : Are Shamrock Rovers the only side to benefit from the five substitution rule?
Brendan Rodgers seems all but doomed at Leicester City. The question is, who would you replace him with? Roy Shanahan, Neal Dobbs and David Buggle discuss this and many other footballing stories including....
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Should out of form players like Harry Maguire make it into their International Squads?
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FA Cup replays, Should they stay or should they go?
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Antoine Griezmann's 30 minutes
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Mane's struggles at Munich
Todd Boehly has certainly made an impression since he arrived at Stamford Bridge but is he more a distraction than anything else?
Roy Shanahan, David Buggle and Neal dobbs discuss Chelsea, Graham Potter, the Chelsea owner and much more including....
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Haaland just keeps on scoring, this time its an Ibrahimovic type finish
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Are Celtic and Rangers struggling in Europe?
-The youngest ever player in a professional game in the UK
- The Pogba Family Feud
And Much More.....
Waterford FC supporters finally had a bar on match night but they still weren't happy!? Roy Shanahan and Nathan Doyle discuss this and other weekly League of Ireland stories including....
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Shamrock Rovers making more money in Europe
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FAI have made decisions on both Sligo Vs Dundalk/Shels Vs Pats games. Did they make the right calls?
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Ireland will play Austria/Scotland in the play-off for the women's world cup. The question is, do you know the layout of the playoffs? We thought we knew...
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Ireland Men's and Women's teams won the 8 Nations Street Soccer tournament over the weekend.
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Fan Question - What are the pros/cons to having the same manager with an underage team for a long period of time? (Alan Tighe)
It was a weekend where the referee's took the limelight. Roy Shanahan, Neal Dobbs and David Buggle discuss the weekend that was a shambles when it comes to officiating in the Premier League.
Also discussed was...
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Anthony, Did we see anything in his performance to suggest he will adapt to the Premier League?
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Is Brendan Rodgers a dead man walking?
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What's happening at Chelsea?
And a whole lot more....
Roy Shanahan and Nathan Doyle discuss all the weeks stories including.....
- Ireland's Women's team guarantee a play-off place
- The Good, The Bad and the Ugly at Dalymount
- Keith Long is looking for a job, so is Michael O'Neill!
- A new 1885 Bray supporters group
How do you try to explain Manchester United's abysmal performance against Brentford last week and then where the performance at home to Liverpool came from?
It's been a rocky start to the season by some of the so called top six teams. We look at these and other stories including......
- Chelsea and Tuchel struggling
- Is it set up for a good season for Spurs and Arsenal
- Villa and Gerard just plodding along
And a bit more..
Roy Shanahan and Nathan Doyle look over the weeks League of Ireland stories including....
- Devastating News at Bohemians
- Shelbourne and Shamrock Rovers in Europe
- Waterford have new owners again!
- Fans Question : Can the FAI help LOI clubs during a European campaign
Manchester United hit a new low over the weekend, trashed by Brentford 4-0. It could have been worse if the foot wasn't taken off the pedal in the 2nd half!!
Roy Shanahan, David Buggle and Neal Dobbs look over all the footballing stories including....
- Conte vs Tuchel
- Liverpool stuck in 1st gear
- Manchester United in ruins
- 30 years of the Premier League
In Europe, Sligo Rovers are out. After a bit of argy bargy in Tallaght, St Pat's are out. It really has been a really positive summer in Europe for our League of Ireland clubs... and Shamrock Rovers have a few more stories to write.
Roy Shanahan and Nathan Doyle look over all the LOI stories of the week including....
- Finn Harps looking better off the pitch than on it
- St Pats will regret missed chances in Europe
- Shamrock Rovers secure Group Stage and Virgin Media attention
- Kerry FC make another key appointment
- Fan Question... Best/Favourite LOI win in Europe
The Premier League kicked off and it didn't disappoint. Roy Shanahan, David Buggle and Neal Dobbs discuss all the weekends action including...
- Have Spurs got the best forward 3 in the Premier League?
- Manchester United's dodgy start and transfer bids
- Klopp + A Draw = Pitchgate
- Haaland the Beast
And a lot more...
Roy Shanahan and Nathan Doyle look over the weeks League of Ireland stories including....
- The FAI Cup 2nd Round Draw
- What kind of Dalymount will we see in 5 years?
- Are Drogheda looking pushing to go Full-Time?
- LOI European adventures
- Summer Transfers
David Buggle and Neal Dobbs from thebigkickoff.com were back to join host Roy Shanahan to discuss all the stories and transfer activities that surround the start of the new Premier League season including...
- Ronaldo Torn Between Two Lovers
- Haaland vs Nunez
- Yes, England are European Champions
- Is Jack Grealish yet to beat a player for City?
- Are Leicester City broke?
And a whole lot more!
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In a week Finn Harps welcomed financial promises surrounding their stadium, Bohemians lost a Promise with little financial gain.
Roy Shanahan and Nathan Doyle discuss those stories and all the weeks League of Ireland news including....
- Shamrock Rovers outclassed
- Wexford's new club structure and CEO
- Shelbourne's new partnership
Roy Shanahan and Nathan Doyle take a look at some of the week's League of Ireland and Irish Football stories of the week including...
- League of Ireland teams in Europe
- Dawson Devoy departs the League
- Nathan Colins is the most expensive Irish player of all time.. Good Move?
And a little bit more...
Roy Shanahan and Nathan Doyle were joined by Dundalk FM's Orla Crilly to discuss a revived Dundalk FC and much more including..
- Shamrock Rovers win in the Champions League
- Derry City and Sligo Rovers chances at progressing to next round in Europe
- Danny Mandroiu, Darragh Burns and Eoin Toal all on the move
Plus a little bit more....
Host Roy Shanahan and Nathan Doyle discuss the weeks League of Ireland stories such as....
1 - Shane Keegan is the new Cobh Ramblers boss 2 - Waterford FC are up for sale again, or are they? 3 - Kerry FC intending to recruit locally 4 - Unrest at Bray Wanderers, or is it Cabinteely? 5 - Champions League for Shelbourne Women
And a little bit more...
Roy Shanahan and Nathan Doyle from thebigkickoff.com discuss all the League of Ireland and Irish International stories of the week including...
- FAI Cup Draw
- Should Ireland U21 bring eligible players down from the senior team for playoff game?
- Women's International team hopes of qualifying for World Cup..
- Cobh Ramblers part way with Manager Darren Murphy, Where to for Cobh now?
- Who will be the next Manager to leave their current job?
The Big Kick Off League of Ireland Podcast is back and there was plenty to catch up on.
- Bohemians New Dublin Bus Jersey... Do we like it?
- Waterford appoint Danny Searle
- A great Noel Campbell story
And much more.....
Host Roy Shanahan is joined on the second episode of 'The Coaching Debate' by former UCD, St Patrick's Athletic, Limerick, Bray Wanderers and Athlone Town Manager Martin Russell and Shamrock Rover coach Graham Gartland.
Topics :
1 - Should all schoolboy and schoolgirl coaches avoid using Mourinho type tactics and look to play open and expansive football?
2 - Should you raise your voice to raise the standard?
3 - Should parents with no experience who take up teams have to take an introductory coaching course?
The Coaching Debate will bring the best of football coaches together to discuss the topics in coaching and managing that you want discussed.
Host Roy Shanahan, Neal Dobbs and David Buggle discuss Liverpool vs Real Madrid in the Champions League Final and much more such as.....
- Mane to Munich
- Mourinho and his negative football
- Nottingham Forest back in the Premier League
- Ralf Rangnick will not take up consultancy role at Old Trafford
- Transfer News including Declan Rice, Ngolo Kante, Robert Lewandowski and many more!
Host Roy Shanahan is joined by David Buggle and Neal Dobbs as the Premier League wraps up....
- Liverpool and Manchester City = World Class
- Harry Kane in a Conundrum?
- Man United fans, don't expect much next season
- Hasenhuttl, Lampard, Marsh, How did they do?
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No Mbappe! No Haaland! Who do Real Madrid get now?
Host Roy Shanahan was joined by Neal Dobbs and David Buggle to discuss.....
- FA Cup final
- Fatigue within the Liverpool squad
- Man City Injuries and dropped points
- The relegation battle, Everton, Leeds or Burnley?
- Erling Haaland in the Premier League
- The drama continues at Manchester United
In the first episode of 'The Coaching Debate' Roy Shanahan is joined by Coach Instructor and Author Larry Mahony, former Cobh Ramblers boss & Head of Youth Development at Shelbourne Stephen Henderson and Gary Daly from Training121.
Topics :
1- What makes a good coach?
2- Should all the teams follow the FAI directive and look to play out from the back?
3- Quote.. (A) No child should be a sub every week (B) Every child should be afforded equal game time
4- Seeking Advice.. ' I run an u16 team and the club is short of space, I find it hard to coach 11 a side on a small astro'
The Coaching Debate will bring the best of football coaches together to discuss the topics in coaching and managing that you want discussed.
The hugely talented Artist/Illustrator Barry Masterson joined host Roy Shanahan and Nathan Doyle to discuss his amazing League of Ireland Illustrations and his beloved Longford Town. But that was not all...
- A run through both divisions so far....
- Attendances in the league
- Stephen Ward retires
- Should clubs in certain parts of the country be made to play on All-weather pitches?
Joining Roy Shanahan and Nathan Doyle this week is former Wexford FC manager Brian O'Sullivan to discuss...
- Brian's time at Wexford and Athlone Town
- Sligo Rovers can't attract the best players because the are from the west : Conan Byrne
- News on Galway United's new training facility
- Manager and Media relations
- Who would you rather.. Jason Byrne or Glen Crowe?
It's the business time of the season with FA Cup Semi-Finals sorted, Champions League Quarter-Finals done and dusted and promotion and relegation places starting to look more likely.
Roy Shanahan, Neal Dobbs and David Buggle discuss....
- FA Cup Semi Finals
- Should Kante leave Chelsea?
- Champions League
- Will Diego Simone ever manage in the Premier League?
- What next for Wayne Rooney?
Roy Shanahan and Nathan Doyle discuss the weeks stories including..
- Martin Russell leaves Athlone! Where now for Athlone Town?
- Longford Town impressing again...
- Who should be Bohemians Captain?
- Republic of Irelands Women's team earn point in Sweden
And a little bit more...
The game we all wanted to see finally arrived and it didn't let us down!
Roy Shanahan, Neal Dobbs and David Buggle look back over the weeks football....
- Did Liverpool need to beat City to win the League?
- Disgraceful United!
- Will Conte and Kane be at Spurs next season?
- Bayern Munich... How good are they really?
And a lot more....
Roy Shanahan and Nathan Doyle discuss League of Ireland topics such as....
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LOI back with a bumper weekend/mid-week games after international break.
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Galway United Takeover. Galway members voted in favour, huge news for them. What does this mean long/short term? Could this be the boost they need for promotion?
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Sligo Rovers announce partnership with Westport United. How does this benefit both clubs?
And a whole lot more....
Host Roy Shanahan, David Buggle and Neal Dobbs discuss the weeks football including....
- The Manchester City vs Liverpool countdown begins..
- Rangnick finding the United job too tough to handle!
- Warde-Prowse on the way to free kick greatness?
- World Cup Draw and who will fancy their chances?
Roy Shanahan, Nathan Doyle and Neal Dobbs from thebigkickoff.com look back on the Republic of Irelands International week and discuss a few questions that popped up off the back of the games against Belgium and Lithuania...
- Who are the first choice front three?
- Is there a place for Obafemi and Connolly?
- Is Kelleher going to be the 3rd choice over the next year?
- Would you rather your club or the Republic of Ireland to win their biggest competition? (One surprising answer here!)
And a whole lot more!
Former Longford Town, Drogheda United, Shamrock Rovers and Shelbourne Centre Back Graham Gartland joins Roy Shanahan and Nathan Doyle to discuss all the weeks League of Irelands news....
- Clear The Head
- The League so far...
- Bohemians not challenging again
- The Galway United Takeover
- The loss of Anthony Barry
- How do clubs stop the anti-social behavior?
And a whole lot more!
Former Cobh Ramblers and Waterford United Manager Stephen Henderson joined host Roy Shanahan and Nathan Doyle to discuss all things League of Ireland, Including....
- Flares or No Flares, That is the question!
- St Pat's & Bohemians ground share?
- Chris Forrester or Jack Byrne in your team?
- February Player Of The Month
And a whole lot more!
Former Sligo Rovers, Bohemians, Dundalk and Galway United manager Sean Connor joined us on the podcast to share a few stories and discuss all the weeks League of Ireland news & stories including....
- The Future for Derry City
- The Leagues Double Weekend
- WNL kicks off this weekend
- Roddy Collins announces his Book The Rodfather
All this and Sean shares his thoughts on his time at Sligo Rovers, his time in Africa and the LOI vs The Northern Irish Football League.
One of the best 0-0 draws in a cup final seen Liverpool FC win the Carabao Cup on Penalties 11-10. Host Roy Shanahan, Neal Dobbs and David Buggle look through all the stories of the week including....
- Liverpool beat Chelsea in Carabao Cup Final
- Marcelo Bielsa parts company with Leeds United
- Teams pull out of playing Russia in World Cup Qualifiers
- Super Eddie Howe
And a little bit more!
The season is underway and Host Roy Shanahan and Nathan Doyle take a look at the weeks League of Ireland news and stories including...
- The 2022 Season is here finally!
- The LOI Highlights Show, Do we like it?
- The Pricing Structure on LOITV
- Tolka Park is here to stay!
Plus a little more.........
The season is upon us and host Roy Shanahan and Nathan Doyle have a lot to discuss including...
- A look at the weekends games and how the teams are shaping up
- League of Ireland players leaving the country
- Bohemians Daniel Lambert has called for clubs work together and not let players leave on the cheap
- Shane Keegan to Treaty United
- The much needed Sports Capital Grants
We're back!!! It's Season 3 and this year we can not only be found on all the major podcast providers but we are now on Youtube as well.
Host Roy Shanahan is joined by Nathan Doyle to discuss the key stories in the League of Ireland including...
- How does the FAI strategy plan benefit the League of Ireland?
- Ireland look to co-host Euro 2028, is it realistic?
- Drogheda United continue to support Head in the Game
- A run down on the transfers in the off season
And a little bit more.....
Host Roy Shanahan was joined by David Buggle and Neal Dobbs from thebigkickoff.com to discuss the weeks talking points in the football world including.... - Is Declan Rice worth £100 million? - Roy Keane back to Sunderland? - Are Barcelona back? - Dele Alli getting stick already at Everton! And a whole lot more....
Host Peter Moore is joined by Debbie Knight, Joe Harvey and Sean Phelan to look ahead to Six Nations, the Gallagher Premiership and how the club sides are shaping up in Europe.
Host Peter Moore was joined by Paul Newman, Mark Smith and Jon Batham to review The Ashes and where it all went wrong for England.
Topics discussed.. - England's disappointing Ashes series. - What should happen next? - Look ahead to England's white ball series in West Indies - The release of the county cricket fixtures for the season ahead.
Host Roy Shanahan is joined by David Buggle and Neal Dobbs for the last Football Show of 2021...
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Is Tuchel feeling the pressure?
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Are Man City just too good to stop?
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Pep says Van Dijk is overrated and not as good as Vidic
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Who makes the Top 4? West Ham, Arsenal, Manchester United or Spurs?......
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The best 11 of the season so far, De Bruyne, Kane and Grealish will no be in it!
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We try to predict the 3 that will be relegated
Host Roy Shanahan discusses all the weeks football news and stories with David Buggle and Neal Dobbs from thebigkickoff.com including..
- Fifa's World Cup Plan
- Shocking Decisions from Referee's... again!
- Is Klopp a Bully?
- Has Conte Changed Anything at Spurs?
- New Players who have or have not impressed so far..
Host Peter Moore is joined by Debbie Knight, Nathan Jones and Elizabeth Cartwright to discuss all the weeks Rugby action....
Topics discussed: -European Champions Cup and Challenge Cup, - England women's rugby - Allianz Premiership 15's, - Ellis Genge and George Ford leaving Leicester,
Host Peter Moore is joined on The Big Kick Off Cricket Podcast by guests Ben Kosky, Annie Chave and Wes Spearman.
The topic of conversation is of course The Ashes.
Host Roy Shanahan was joined by David Buggle and Neal Dobbs to discuss all the weeks football stories including.....
- UEFA make a mess of the Champions League draw
- Aubameyang's future at Arsenal
- Are Stephen Gerrard and Ralf Rangnick making an impression?
- Do referees have an unconscious bias towards the top teams when it comes to penalties?
- Aguero, where does he rank in the all time Premier League rankings?
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Waterford make the crazy decision to sack Marc Bircham days before the biggest game of the season.
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PFAI announce award nominees.
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Lot of talk about Roy Keane and is future. Does he go back into management or continue as a pundit.
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Wexford won the women's FAI Cup give them a shout-out. Shels fantastic in defeat, declining to make any complaints following an investigation for the FAI, regarding the eligibility of a Wexford player on the day.
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Finishing up with a last look of this weekends FAI Cup final ⚽
Host Roy Shanahan and Sports Writer Nathan Doyle discuss all the weeks League of Ireland stories.....
It's been a week of rumours and transfer activity... Jack Byrne returns to Shamrock Rovers.
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Danny Mandroiu on the move?
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The clear-out continues at Dundalk with Jim Magilton leaving the club.
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A quick mention to Ollie Horgan. Recently became the longest serving manager in one spell in Finn Harps history.
Shelbourne won WNL, FAI Cup final clash with Wexford this weekend.
- Fan Question - Who would we class as underrated in the league?
*PD final day and FD play-off final all taking place
Roy Shanahan and Nathan Doyle from thebigkickoff.com discuss all the changes in the League of Ireland this week....
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Dundalk Takeover
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Bray Wanderers and Cabinteely about to merger? The Pros and Cons
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Martin Russell named new Athlone Town manager. Is it a good appointment?
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Could we see a third tier added to the LOI in the near future? And, would it be a welcome addition?
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Info on First Division play-off final has been announced and is it wise to have it on the same day as the Premier Division final round of fixtures?
Roy Shanahan and Nathan Doyle from thebigkickoff.com go through all the weeks League of Ireland stories.....
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Damien Duff as new Shels manager.
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Paul Doolin leaves Athlone and Daire Doyle leaving Longford.
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FAI Cup tickets went on sale yesterday, and on the Pats side it was a bloody disaster. Can nothing ever be simple in the league?
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First Division play-offs
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Republic of Ireland U21 squad released today, as always, nice amount of LOI representation.
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Fan Question : Should the Women's Cup Final be played on the same day and venue as the Men’s FAI Cup Final?
Roy Shanahan and Nathan Doyle discuss the weeks League of Ireland stories.... - News came through this week that lan Morris is set to leave Shels at the end of the season.. What's next for Morris? Who'll replace him?
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Manager of the Year? : Marc Bircham?
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We now know it'll be an all Dublin FAI Cup final. Do we think it could break the attendance record for FAI Cup finals at the Aviva?
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Mick McCarthy sacked from Cardiff. Is there still a place for the former Ireland manager in their game? Could another former Irish international in Chris Hughton replace him? - Fan Question - Name one thing you'd love to see disappear from football?
Join Roy Shanahan and Nathan Doyle from thebigkickoff.com as they discuss all the latest League of Ireland news and stories including....
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The big news of the week which was the announcement of a return to full capacity crowds.
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Fallout from an entertaining Dublin Derby on Monday and the ticket rivalry undergoing between the two clubs.
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Breakdown the info regarding the Unite the Union Cup.
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Pats U19 played their 2nd leg of their UEFA Youth League tie, against Red Star.
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Fan Question.
- Longford officially relegated, what's next for them?
Roy Shanahan, David Buggle and Neal Dobbs discuss the weeks Football news and stories....
- Who will go to Newcastle United?
- The Ballon D'or is ridiculous but we still discuss it
- We are not robots : Neymar & Courtois
- Ireland's decent International break
- Ranieri back in the Premier League
Host Roy Shanahan and Nathan Doyle from thebigkickoff.com had alot to discusss on this weeks LOI Podcast....
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Shelbourne could win the First Division title with a win on Friday. What are the contributing factors to their success this season?
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Have we been given a reason why RTE won't cover LOI games?
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Lot of controversy surrounding away ticket allocations.
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Pat's U19's representing LOI in the UEFA Youth League
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Fan Question - what's your favourite football film?
Maynooth University Town Manager Shane Harte joined Roy Shanahan and Nathan Doyle to discuss their big Quarter Final tie against Bohemians. Also where he see's the club progressing and the road to the Quarter Finals.
Shane stuck around to discuss all the weeks LOI stories including...
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All the Quarter Final ties in the FAI Cup
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Another poor result for Dundalk! The relegation battle is real, even if Bill Hulsizer has other ideas.
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More positives for Derry. Chairman Philip O'Doherty has come into serious money with another business venture, could that be put into the club? Paul Diamond also named new club president.
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WNL games to appear on TG4. Another flash in the pan that won't go anywhere or good news?
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And our 'Fan Questions' were all directed towards Maynooth University Town Boss Shane Harte.
Host Roy Shanahan and Nathan Doyle are back with another episode which is jam packed with LOI topics and discussions....
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After the 0-0 draw with Sligo Rovers Drogheda manager Tim Clancy gave a scathing interview regarding referees in this country. Great to here a manager being so honest, but it's a damming statement regarding the stress of the LOI.
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Vinny Perth staying on as Dundalk manager?
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Teams in loi playing games during international football week
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Both Stephen Kenny/James McClean came out swinging when talking about Irish media ahead of Serbia game. Are we a nation of begrudgers? Is there an "Us Vs the World" mentality brewing under Kenny?
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Fan Question... Do you think Celtic will keep tapping into the LOI for players?
Roy Shanahan and Nathan Doyle from thebigkickoff.com chat about this weeks League of Ireland Stories
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Dalymount Park Capacity
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We take a look at the 2nd round of the FAI Cup which kicks off this weekend
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Jack Byrne on the move from APOEL? Surely a LOI return is off the table?
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Wigan remind other EFL clubs against sectarian chants aimed at McClean.
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Fan Question - What do we think about the new centenary Ireland Jersey?
Host Roy Shanahan and Nathan Doyle from www.thebigkickoff.com discuss the weeks LOI news and stories....
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Athlone Town part ways with Adrian Carberry, and swiftly replace him with Paul Doolin. What do we make of all this?
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Growing concern around Liam Buckley's tenor as Sligo boss. Would it be right to let him go? Is the arrival of Andre Wright the missing piece of the puzzle? .
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NIFL officially launch their own fantasy football. Would you like to see a LOI? What shroud signings would you make? Any good fantasy football team names?
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Quick updates on condition of Lee Desmond/ Dalymount Park redevelopment finally starting?
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Fan Question:
- How do you find the balance of supporting an LOI team/PL team? Will the Premier League always hinder the growth of Irish football?
Roy Shanahan and Nathan Doyle discuss all he weekly LOI topics including :
- The standard of Irish Football improving steadily
- Jim Magilton on the move? -Keith Long believes no reason why Georgie Kelly couldn't get into Ireland squad
- Fan Questions :
- Any football pet peeves?
- Best badge in the league?
Host Roy Shanahan was joined by Nathan Doyle from thebigkickoff.com to discuss the League of Ireland topics, stories and transfers this week...
- FAI Cup 2nd round draw
-The shockingly bad sending off decision in Classic Athlone vs Waterford game in first round.
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Look at the 'Common Goal' campaign and initiatives clubs have been doing to help off the field.
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Olympics well underway. But Ireland historically never qualify a football team.
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Transfer News
:Barry Coffey from Celtic to Cork
: Bastien Hery has signed for Derry City Football Club on loan until the end of the season.
And more...
- Fan Question
- Who has the best underage system in the country?
Host Roy Shanahan discusses the turn in Dundalk's form since Vinny Perth's return with Nathan Doyle from thebigkickoff.com
Also...
- Aviva to host 2024 Europa League Final
- FAI Cup First Round/Best FAI Cup final Ever
- Cillian Sheidan
- Fan Question : Graham Cummins has said Liam Scales is the hottest property in the LOI! Do we agree?
Host Peter Moore is joined by Leicestershire's Head Coach Paul Nixon and cricket journalists Richard Spiller and Jon Bathan.
Topics that were discussed...
- County Championship
- Look ahead to the Royal London Cup
- How good is the England ODI?
- The Hundred
Roy Shanahan and Nathan Doyle discuss all the weeks League of Ireland action and stories including...
-Heartbreak for Shamrock Rovers after one of the performances of the year
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Dundalk progress with ease
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FAI Cup First Round Draw
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Could the English behaviour around the Euro 2020 final negatively affect our joint bid for the 2030 WC?
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Transfer News
Host Roy Shanahan was joined by Nathan Doyle from thebigkickoff.com to discuss the weeks League of Ireland latest news and stories including...
- Shamrock Rovers in Europe
- McEleney to leave Dundalk?
- LOI Jersey spotted at the Euros
- Sligo Rovers and Bohemians in Europa Conference League
And a bit more....
After what was an unbelievable end to the Gallagher Premiership host Peter Moore was joined by former Harlequins director of rugby/Head coach of Italy Conor O'Shea, John Kingston, Tony Diprose, Nathan Johns of the Spiral and Harlequins fan Sean Phelan
Topics discussed were....
- Gallagher Premiership Final
- Rise of Harlequins
- British and Irish Lions captain Alun Wyn Jones out injured for the tour of South Africa and replaced by Ireland's Conor Murray
With the shocking refereeing decision in Finn Park last weekend Host Roy Shanahan and Nathan Doyle discuss the level of refereeing decisions across Irish football.
Plus....
- June Player of the Month Nominations
- Where is Paddy Powers Euro money going within our grassroots football?
- LOI Transfers
Host Roy Shanahan and Nathan Doyle discuss all the major and minor stories in the League of Ireland including....
- Bohemians on a charge!
- Chris Shields says goodbye
- Euro 2020 or The Greatest League in the World?
- Anthony Stokes to Shamrock Rovers... Yes or No?
Plus a little bit more..
Roy Shanahan and Nathan Doyle discuss all the latest developments in the League of Ireland including...
- Vinny Perth's return to Dundalk
- European Draw for Shamrock Rovers, Dundalk, Bohemians and Sligo Rovers
- EA Sports sponsorship of underage league
- FAI Cup Qualifying Draw
And a little bit more...
Host Roy Shanahan is joined by Nathan Doyle from thebigkickoff.com to discuss the return to the league after a two week break and plenty more including...
- Who is getting the managers job at Dundalk?
- A new beginning at Waterford?
- First look at Saving Tolka Park plan
- Ireland vs Hungry
- Irish players who need a move
- Loi Fixtures for the weekend
Host Roy Shanahan is joined by Nathan Doyle from thebigkickoff.com to discuss a busy week in the League of Ireland....
- Shamrock Rovers beaten twice in four days
- Georgie Kelly and the perfect hat-trick
- Republic of Ireland squads
- Dundalk Protests
- Save Tolka Park campaign
Roy Shanahan and Nathan Doyle discuss all the weeks League of Ireland stories and look ahead to the weekends games....
- First Division more exciting than the Premier Division?
- Sligo Rovers 17 million stadium redevelopment plan
- Roy Keane in the H.O.F., What other Irish players could make it in?
- The Dundalk Mafia
- What did we make of Roddy Colins applying for the Dundalk job?
Host Roy Shanahan was joined by David Buggle and Neal Dobbs from www.thebigkickoff.com to discuss the weeks football.
- Leicester win the FA Cup
- Liverpool's great escape
- Manchester City Champions again
- Top Four Race is down to three clubs
- Chelsea poor form at the wrong time
- Leeds And Villa having a great season
Plus a little bit more...
Host Peter Moore was joined by Ben Kosky, Mark Smith, Annie Chave, Wes Spearman, James Buttler, Dan Whitting, Dharani and Anirudh live from India.
They discussed the suspension of the IPL and the current County Championship format.
Host Roy Shanahan is joined by Nathan Doyle and Niamh McGee from thebigkickoff.com to discuss the weeks League of Ireland news.....
- A right mess at Waterford
- Look back at Monday nights games
- Is a stint in the LOI a step down for players returning from England?
- Player Of The Month Nominations
Peter Moore was joined by guests John Kingston, Tony Diprose and Nathan from the Spiral. Topics... - Look back at last weekends Gallagher Premiership games. - Discussed who will make the top 4 - Looked ahead to this weekend's European semi final ties. - Talked about England's womens six nations victory - Discussed Eddie Jones getting the backing of the RFU
Roy Shanahan hosts The Big Kick Off League of Ireland podcast and is joined by thebigkickoff.com's Nathan Doyle and Niamh McGee, and there was plenty to discuss....
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If a League of Ireland Hall of Fame were to open, who would you like to see go in first?
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Youth grassroots football returned to Ireland this week.
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Were UEFA out of order demanding crowds attend Euro 2020 games in Dublin? Michael Martin believes so.
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Dundalk chairman swipes back at fans
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Fans Questions
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Does Joey N'do have a future in the commentary box?
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Any unpopular LOI/Football opinions you'd be brave to share?
Host Roy Shanahan was joined by Nathan Doyle and Niamh Mcgee to discuss.....
- The weeks results and fixtures
- Should the fan's own the majority of our clubs?
- Ireland 2020
- Fans' Question
Host Roy Shanahan was joined by Nathan Doyle and Niamh McGee from www.thebigkickoff.com to talk all things League of Ireland.
Peter Moore and David Buggle discuss all the weekend's Premier League hot topic's which unfortunately had a lot of dubious VAR decisions involved.
Should VAR stay or go?
Peter Moore, David Buggle and Neal Dobbs discuss all the permutations as the football season hits the home straight....
Dogfight for Top four ... Chelsea losing to West Brom really has opened the door for others. West Ham Everton Liverpool Spurs
- Followed by training ground bust up Rudiger/Kepa.
- Timo Werner not scoring.
- Jorghino awful form.
Leicester - last 3 games United/Chelsea/spurs - next game WestHam! Could they self destruct .... again? .
Liverpool - easier run in - on paper.
Man Utd - another comeback, controversial penalty not given.
Spurs - Dropping points, Jose less than cryptic about their defenders.
Relegation battle : Can Fulham win enough games? Wolves/Arsenal/Chelsea/United ... big ask. Newcastle big point v Spurs.
England Squad - Southgate getting alot of criticism over dropping Trent. (Sweating over Henderson/Grealish)
Champions League Tuesday/Wed ... Cracking ties.
As ever Peter Moore hosted the big kick off cricket podcast which had a look at....
- England's recent tour of India.
- The appalling time it takes to bowl overs in ODI'S.
- Is Kohli the right man to lead India.
- The current West Indies vs Sri Lanka test series
Host Peter Moore was joined by Nathan Jones from the Spiral and Rugby writer Debbie Knight.
Topics discussed:
- Look back at six nations.
- Discussed Irish rugby and how far are they going forward.
- Eddie Jones under pressure.
- Who has been your favourite player in the tournament.
- Gallagher premiership.
- Looked at the championship
- The quarter finals of the European Champions Cup and European Challenge Cup
Host Roy Shanahan was joined by Nathan Doyle and Niamh Mcgee to discuss all the latest League of Ireland stories including...
- This weeks fixtures which includes Shamrock Rovers vs Dundalk
- Premier Sports intrest in LOI
- Nathan Gartside's disappointing international week
- Fan's question of the week
Peter Moore, Neal Dobbs and Nathan Doyle discuss all the Footballing action over the last week including....
- Relegation battle - Bruce has really got a fight on his hands
- Ancelotti - the Italian Sam Allardyce
- Champions League draw
- Top European Leagues
- Would Lewandowski be good enough to play in the Premier League?
And a whole lot more....
Roy Shanahan, Nathan Doyle and Niamh Mcgee take a look at the new League Of Ireland Premier Division and Try to predict who will finish where.....
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Run through all ten teams (discussion on how they look heading into the season)
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Mention Key Player(s) & best signing
Host Peter Moore had David Buggle and Neal Dobbs from thebigkickoff.com on the panel with him to discuss all things football..
- Zaha not taking the knee
- Chris Wilder gets the sack
- Should OGS stay at United?
- Was criticism of Messi and Ronaldo in Champions League exit fair?
Roy Shanahan, David Buggle and Neal Dobbs discuss the many topics out there in the Premier League and more including...
- Did Klopp dig a bigger hole for himself and Liverpool
- A Champions League revamp on the way
- Thomas Tuchel is Chelsea's perfect match
- What happened to Plan B?
- Refusal from clubs to allow players to join International Squads
- Referee's to speak after games
Host Peter Moore was joined by Elizabeth Cartwright and Debbie Knight.
- Looked back at the six nations.
- The problems with Italian rugby.
- The improved form of Harlequins. -
- Red cards in Premiership.
- Time for a change for England captaincy Owen Farrell
- Looked ahead to the weekends Gallagher Premiership matches
Ollie Rayner, Debbie Knight, Wes Spearman and Mark Smith join Peter Moore for another Cricket Podcast. They had a bit to talk about....
- Looking back at the 3rd test match between India and England that finished in 2 days.
- Ahead to the current test.
- England appointment of new coaches Marcus Trescothick, Jon Lewis and Jeetan Patel.
Host Roy Shanahan was joined by Nathan Doyle and Niamh McGee from thebigkickoff.com
There was plenty to discuss including....
- Will Soccer Republic be missed?
- Derry City to be the first to allow fan's back in?
- Treaty United gather a squad together, how did they do?
- World cup in Ireland!?
- Fan's Question this week.... Richie Towell to Shamrock Rovers in a lucrative deal, is he worth it?
Host Roy Shanahan was joined by David Buggle and Neal Dobbs from thebigkickoff.com who needed to get a few things off his chest....
- Why no Specialist penalty takers?
- Penalty run up's
- Players wasting time
- Top four race is on!
- Where have all the top Centre Forwards gone?
- Shaw and Solskjaer
- Jonjo Shelvey on Leeds Pointless running
Host Roy Shanahan was joined by Nathan Doyle from www.thebigkickoff.com and Keith Fitzsimons from Irish Footy Vlogs to discuss the week's League of Ireland news including...
- The drama behind the First Division licencing bid's..
- WATCHLOI is back!
- Duffy and McClean and the online abuse they suffer and others
- Are there really too many LOI clubs in Dublin?
- Our favourite transfers of the pre-season so far
- Fan's Questions
David Buggle and Peter Moore from thebigkickoff.com join host Roy Shanahan to discuss the weeks football...
-Manchester City's Revival - Where's the improvement at Tottenham? - Liverpool beaten again - Fernandes Frustration - Champions League
Galway United Manager John Caulfield joined host Roy Shanahan and there was plenty to discuss...
- First Season with the club
- Typical day of a LOI manager
- Lisa Fallon & Gary O'Connor
- Pre-Season and the Season Ahead
- Developing young players
- Cork City
Host Roy Shanahan was joined on the podcast by Shamrock Rovers league winning Centre Back Roberto Lopes.
Some of the topics discussed were....
- Eat with Pico
- Improvements in his game
- Boss Stephen Bradley
- Pre-Season
- European and International football
Roy Shanahan caught up with new Treaty United Manager Tommy Barrett to discuss both his and the clubs ambitions this year.
- Treaty United's LOI status
- Building a Squad
- Expectations of the Board
- Developing Quality Players
And a bit more.....
The first Tbko LOI Podcast of 2021!
With the last Podcast in November we had alot to talk about including :
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The Premier Division fixtures
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Who has done the best business in the off-season so far?
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The First Division fixtures to be released next week despite not knowing who will be competing in the league!
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Finn Harps new stadium
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Ireland's U21 Qualification group
and a bit more.....
Host Peter Moore was joined by Ollie Rayner, Daily Mail's Paul Newman, Ben Kosky and Wes Spearman.
Topics : - Look back at Sri Lanka vs England test series. - Look ahead to England tour of India. - Look back at the brilliant Australia vs India test series
Peter Moore was joined by Debbie Knight, John Kingston, Joe Harvey and Elliott from the Spiral. Topics : - Return of the Gallagher Premiership. - Look at Pro 14 and Ireland rugby - Look ahead to start of six nations - Sacking of Harlequins Paul Gustard
And then there was two. Roy Shanahan and David Buggle discussed all things football including...
- Liverpool vs Tottenham and should Klopp buy a CB in January
- Manchester United losing to bottom of the table Sheffield United
- Thomas Tuchel's new start
- Transfer Talk
Host Roy Shanahan was joined by David Buggle and Nathan Doyle from thebigkickoff.com
There was plenty to discuss with the Premier League at it's half way point...
- Liverpool not firing on all cylinders
- Who are the real challengers?
- Is Phil Foden ready to replace David Silva?
- Wayne Rooney... Where does he rank in the top Premier League Strikers?
- Phil Neville & Inter Miami... Job's for the boys?
- Transfer Talk
Roy Shanahan, David Buggle and Nathan Doyle discuss the footballing topics of the week including....
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Damien Duff leaves the Republic of Ireland backroom team
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Referee Michael Oliver's interview with the Mail on Sunday
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John Nicholson's article on why the FA Cup shows Premier League money gap dwarves skills gap
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Transfer Talk
Host Roy Shanahan was joined by David Buggle, Neal Dobbs and Nathan Doyle from thebigkickoff.com
With teams in the middle of a busy Christmas schedule there was a lot to discuss....
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Leeds United's tweet regarding Karen Carney's Analysis of their season
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Can Big Sam save West Brom?
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All the team's inconsistent form making for a wide open league this season
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Plenty of discussion on Arteta, Lampard, Manchester United and Liverpool
Plus Transfer talk and a bit more..
Host Roy Shanahan was joined by David Buggle and thebigkickoff.com's Neal Dobbs.
With a full week of football and 3 games for most the Premier League is starting to heat up.... Jose Mourinho's Spurs team who were riding high at the top of the table, all of a sudden dropped to 4th with two disappointing results.
Liverpool get back to winning ways while Manchester United climb up the table to a dizzy 3rd place.
Celtic win the Scottish cup, but is this just masking a terrible season so far.... Plus a whole lot more!!
Peter Moore is joined on the show by sports writers Debbie Knight and Joe Harvey.
There was plenty to talk about including... - The opening few weeks of the Gallagher Premiership - The opening weekend of the Champions Cup - A look back at the Autumn Internationals - Pro 14 - Danny Cipriani and Steve Diamond
And a whole lot more!
Mino Raiola last week said Paul Pogba must leave Manchester United in the next transfer window. That the midfielder was "unhappy" at Old Trafford.
What made this all the worse was his timing. The day before a crucial Champions League game against RB Leipzig.
We discussed and shared our opinions of Riaola and Pogba's time at Manchester United.
We discussed Mina Raiola's announcement that Paul Pogba should move from Manchester United in the next transfer window. Also we took a look at the World Cup Qualifying draw.
Also we took a look at the Champions League and Premier League so far.
Host Roy Shanahan was joined by Nathan Doyle from thebigkickoff.com and former St Pats player Martin Russell who also Managed at UCD, Limerick and Bray Wanderers.
Not only did we talk about a fantastic FAI Cup final between Shamrock Rovers and Dundalk but Martin gave his thoughts on the League of Ireland, why we don't develop top strikers and Stephen Kenny's Republic of Ireland team so far.
Host Roy Shanahan along side David Buggle and thebigkickoff.com Neal Dobbs discuss Manchester United's loss to PSG and the role of Solskjaer in the inconsistency in the team's weekly performances.
Also Discussed was...
- Should Frank Lampard play Giroud ahead of Tammy Abraham?
- Should Klopp stop whinging about his injuries?
- Champion's League
- Premier League
And alot more!
It was FAI Cup Semi-Final weekend and host Roy Shanahan and Nathan Doyle from thebigkickoff.com took a look at a record breaking win for Dundalk and a battle of the Rovers at Tallaght.
Also discussed was...
- The departure of Brendan Clarke at St Pats
- Peamount United win the WNFL and how does the women's game grow?
- A call from the League for Premier Division team's to express interest in entering 'B' teams into First Division
- Jordan Flores nominated for the Puskas Award 2020
- LOI Fan's questions this week were... Who is your First Division Player of the Year? What big marquee move will we see happen in the off season?
Host Roy Shanahan, David Buggle and Neal Dobbs from thebigkickoff.com discuss the Champions League and Premier League results and teams chances.
But the show had to start off with a look back at the a No.10 that lifted Argentina and Napoli to reach the heights they may not have thought they could reach.... Diego Maradona.
Peter Moore was joined on this week's Rugby Podcast by John Kingston,sportswriters Debbie Knight and Joe Harvey and Nick Rewcastle Some of the topics discussed were...
- The start of Autumn Nations Cup.
- Looking forward to the start of the Gallagher Premiership.
- The All Blacks loss to Argentina
- Players to look out for in the Gallagher premiership this season
Host Roy Shanahan was joined by David Buggle and thebigkickoff.com's Neal Dobbs to look back at the Republic Of Ireland's game against Bulgaria and the Wales game at the weekend.
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Why won't Stephen Kenny play Jack Byrne for larger periods of a game?
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What formation is his team slowly evolving into?
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Why is he taking so long to make substitutions?
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What players should start in the first World Cup fixture in 2021?
Aidan Larkin from the Head in the Game LOI campaign joined Host Roy Shanahan and Nathan Doyle to talk about their focus on mental health within the Leagues.
We also discuss Dundalk's announcement that they will be employing a director of football.
Longford Town's Promotion to the Premier Division in what was a tight game vs Shelbourne at Richmond Park.
The Republic of Ireland during the International break and the calls from some who believe he is not qualified for the job.
And as always we try to answer some LOI fan's questions that are put to us.
Stephen Kenny's Republic of Ireland visited Wembley Stadium for an International Friendly.
With a 3-0 victory to a far superior English side the big kick off team analyse the game and where it all may have gone wrong.
Host Roy Shanahan is joined by David Buggle and Neal Dobbs from thebigkickoff.com
Host Roy Shanahan and Nathan Doyle from thebigkickoff.com were joined by Galway United's Mikey Place.
We looked back on Galway's change in form since John Caulfield arrived at the club and Mikey's time in the League of Ireland.
Also the disappointment of losing out in the playoffs against Longford Town.
We also discussed....
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The final day of the Premier Division and where that leaves everyone.
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The possible return of Limerick as Treaty United and others officially express interest in returning to the First Division next season.
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Vinny Faherty and Alan Bennett retire
-And our weekly Fan's Questions...
Guests on this weeks Cricket podcast were Wes Spearman presenter of a cricket show on Radio Sonar and former Middlesex and England player Roland Butcher. - Topics discussed -IPL. -Englands t20 and odi squads to tour South Africa. -The state of West Indies cricket and what would you like to see changed in cricket
Peter Moore was joined this week by sports writer Debbie Knight, Joe Harvey from talking rugby union. Nick Rewcastle former Harlequins Media now NR-PR. Elizabeth Cartright from last word in sports. Jonathan Harris Bass rugby commentator and Tony Diprose director of sport at canford school.
They had a look back at Gallagher Premiership Final. They also reviewed the Six Nations for both men and women. And little bit more....
Host Roy Shanahan and Nathan Doyle review Dundalk's third Europa League game against Rapid Vienna which turned out to be a thriller!
Also discussed was... - the possibility of Euro 2020 games not being played in Dublin - Mick McCarty takes up a new job in Cyprus - The First Division Playoffs - And the Fans Questions : Our thoughts on David Mcgoldrick retiring from International Football With the FAI looking for new clubs to enter into the First Division who would we like to see enter the league - Airtricity ending their sponsorship of the league... Who will take their place?
Ole Gunnar Solskjaer's 100th game as manager of Manchester Untied ended in defeat to Arsenal and the pressure is on the Norwegian. How does he compare to Klopp's first 100 games and is he progressing the team?
Host Roy Shanahan is joined by David Buggle and Nathan Doyle from thebigkickoff.com
After a weekend where Mo Salah and Harry Kane got slated for the manner in which the gained a penalty for their respective side the big kick off team discussed the players diving and defenders having to learn how to defend in a non contact game.
Also Ole Gunnar Solskjaer's 100th game as manager of Manchester Untied ended in defeat to Arsenal and the pressure is on the Norwegian. How does he compare to Klopp's first 100 games and is he progressing the team?
Who is the worlds all time goal scorer?
Celtic have made an indifferent start to the season, should they keep the faith in Neil Lennon or seek a new manager?
Host Roy Shanahan and Nathan Doyle from www.thebigkickoff.com look back on what was an exciting finish to the League of Ireland First Division in the race for promotion.
And it didn't stop there...
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Shamrock Rovers are Champions and what they need to give themselves a chance in Europe next season
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Cork City are Relegated and should the supporters sell the club?
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Dundalk travel to London to play Arsenal in the Europa League
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Ollie Horgan took charge of his 200th game for Finn Harps
Topics discussed in cricket podcast. -Next seasons format for county cricket. -IPL. -Player to look out for next season. -England tours of Pakistan and South Africa
Guests included Jon Batham ECB cricket reporter. Ex cricket player Ollie Rayner. Mark Robinson ex player and coach. Marcus Hook journalist and Annie Chave editor of County Cricket Matters and Jeremy Blackmore cricket writter
Host Roy Shanahan is joined again by Nathan Doyle from www.thebigkickoff.com and David Buggle who makes his LOI podcast debut.
It was Europa League night and we looked at the disappointing result from Dundalk vs Molde.
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LOI & Covid (FAI finally release statement regarding the end of the season/positive cases starting to build up)
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Ex Liverpool player Tom Brewitt saying he tried to injury Dundalk's Dan Cleary when they played together
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Daire O'Connor to Cliftonvile
-Fan Questions:
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Sam Curtis made his debut for Rovers 2 in their last game at 14 years old, is that too young?
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Which former Ireland international made the best transition into management?
Peter Moore's guests on this weeks rugby podcastwere Debbie Knight and Joe Harvey from Talking Rugby Union. - They look back at Bristol and Exeter's European success. - Took a look at what can happen if Wasps cant fulfil their Gallagher Premiership Final against Exeter this weekend. - The return of the six nations and Eddie Jones squad named for England's fixture against the Barbarians this weekend.
What a return to the Premier League after the international break. Everton and Liverpool battled it out at the top of the table... and it was a battle! Both Manchester clubs grab a win and Aston Villa are four from four!!
Host Roy Shanahan is joined by David Buggle and www.thebigkickoff.com's Peter Moore.
Peter Moore was joined by Tennis commentator Abigail Johnson, GB tennis player Alicia Barnett and tennis coach David Sammel.
Topics discussed. - Look back over the summer of tennis. - Reviewed the recent French Open. - Jo Konta's current form - Heather Watson's recent comments about lack of young British talent coming through
Host Roy Shanahan is joined by David Buggle and Nathan Doyle from thebigkickoff.com.
Stephen Kenny finished his week off with a 1-0 defeat away to Finland and we have a look at the game and the performances in this game and over the three games.
Is Stephen Kenny the right man for the job? Is his style of play capable of gaining qualification? Is Jeff Hendrick's getting it unfairly in the neck?
Host Roy Shanahan is joined by Nathan Doyle from thebigkickoff.com and Keith Fitzsimons from Irish Footy Vlogs.
Topics Discussed :
- Ireland vs Wales Nations League
- Dundalk, At home and in Europe
- Cork City's Struggles
- First Division run in
- Loi Fan's Questions
Host Peter Moore is joined by Debbie Knight, cricket writer Ben Kosky and Warwickshire fan Mark Smith - Look back at weekends Vitality Blast action. - Highlights of the summer of cricket. - Stuart Broad's recent comments about pay cuts. - IPL - Players who impressed during the summer
The Republic of Ireland were away to Slovakia in the semi-finals of the Playoffs for the European Championships which are being played in 2021.
With Ireland getting knocked out on Penalties we take a look at both the team and individual performances. We also take a look at Stephen Kenny's style of play and what the future holds.
On the show this week joining host Peter Moore was John Kingston- former Director of Rugby at Harlequins. Tony Diprose- Former acadamy director at Harlequins and current referee JP Doyle.
There was plenty to discuss including the final weekend matches of the Gallagher Premiership. The situation involving Sale Sharks and Covid-19. Nineteen players tested positive recently. And thoughts on Chris Robshaw's retirement
We recorded the show in the final hours of the transfer window. We discussed the deals that went through and some of the deals that needed to happen but didn't.
Manchester United had a busy final day but did they get who they really needed?
Everton are looking in good shape with their summer signings.
Arsenal could have made the signing of the final day in Thomas Partey and in a position they badly needed to strengthen.
With football back in full flow the big kick off Football Podcast team had plenty to discuss.
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Frank Lampard and Chelsea spent alot of money getting in new players this year and the results so far have been a little disappointing so is Lampards honeymoon period over?
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Is it Liverpools title to lose?
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Does Ole know his best starting eleven at Manchester United?
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The handball rule that is destroying the game
And plenty more including transfer news in the world of football!
Roy Shanahan and Nathan Doyle from thebigkickoff.com took a look at Dundalk's chances of qualifying for the Europa League group stages which would net them a cool three million euro if they beat KI in the Aviva.
Also they looked at Stephen Kenny's 25 man Republic of Ireland squad for the huge playoff game against Slovakia, a squad that includes Shamrock Rovers midfielder Jack Byrne.
And of course there's the weekly grind of the LOI Premier and First Divisions to look over plus the weekly Fans Questions including "Will there be an asterisk beside Shamrock Rovers League winning season?"
Peter Moore hosts our fourth Cricket Podcast in which we look at..
- England vs Australia ODI series.
- The Bob Willis Trophy Final.
- Looked ahead to the Vitality Blast T20 quarter finals.
- The start of IPL
- And we discussed the current England Women vs West Indies Women T20 series
Guests were Debbie Knight cricket sportswriter and Malhar Hathi writer for Deep Extra Cover and Sportskeda
Debbie Knight and Joe Harvey from Talking Rugby Union joined host Peter Moore for our second rugby podcast Topics covered... - Weekends European Champions Cup action. - Gallagher Premiership with Bath moving into top 2. - Looked back on Monday's Premiership Final Sale and Harlequins. - Talked about the effects of the possibility of no fans watching rugby for six months and effects it would have on all clubs
Gareth Bale is back in the Premier League, but does he improve Tottenham's chances of winning a trophy? Roy Shanahan, David Buggle and Peter Moore discuss that very question. They also looked at the weekends premier league results and stories and of course there is a bit of Transfer Talk!
The big kick off start up their monthly Tennis Podcast with host Peter Moore and thebigkickoff.com's Chris Elliot running over all the latest tennis news including...
- The US Open
- The Billie Jean Cup
- The French Open
And a little bit more!
Roy Shanahan Hosts Episode 9 alongside Nathan Doyle from thebigkickoff.com and owner of theleagueofireland,com Gerard Mulreany. Topics... - Can Shamrock Rovers upset AC Milan? - Who will replace John Sheridan? - What is a good season for Dundalk now? - Can Galway push for promotion?
The Premier League makes its return only weeks after the 2019/20 season closed. There was so much to talk about from :
- Have Arsenal finally turned the corner?
- Alexander Arnold and his defensive frailties
- Jose Mouriniho finds another excuse
- What club would take Zaha?
And a whole lot more!
Peter Moore was joined by Editor of County Cricket Matters Annie Chave, Richard Clarke Author of Last Wicket Stand and sports journalist Wes Spearman.
Topics of discussion were :
-Bob Willis Trophy. -Look back at England's T20 series win over Australia. -Cricket back on terrestrial television. -Retirements of Ian Bell and Graham Onions and Kent's Darren Stevens still going strong
Plus a little bit more....
Our very first Rugby podcast and it's a good one.
Peter Moore is joined by the former Head Coach of Italy Conor O'Shea, Sports Writer Debbie Knight and John Kingston formerly of Harlequins.
- The Return of the Gallagher Premiership
- Who can stop Exeter?
- The Continuing rise of Bristol
- Pro 14
- Look ahead to the forthcoming Champions Cup games
- Owen Farrell's red card
There was plenty to discuss this week starting with the news Danny Mandroiu to Shamrock Rovers was actually happening.
Also.. - Cabinteely start to crumble - Caulfield turning things around at Galway - Stephen O Donnell under pressure
And all your Premier and First Division reviews and of course we finish with the 'Fans Questions'.
Roy Shanahan, David Buggle and Nathan Doyle from www.thebigkickoff.com take a look back at the Republic Of Ireland's two Nations League games versus Bulgaria and Finland.
We ask... Is Idah ready to lead the line? Is Matt Doherty able to play full back? Which three players would you have in midfield?
The Full Interview with Drogheda United's Centre Back Jack Tuite. We talk about : his time in England and his return home : Drogheda's start to the season : First Division Football
With the transfer window alive and kicking we take a look at all the latest moves and possible moves in the world of football.
Messi to Man city? Van De Beek to Manchester United Matt Doherty's move to Spurs
And alot more!
On the show joining host Peter Moore was Paul Newman of the Daily Mail. Jon Batham of the ECB reporters network and Annie Chave editor of County Cricket Matters. Topics... : England vs Pakistan test series. : Bad light stopping matches when floodlights are on. : Jimmy Anderson on taking 600 test wickets. : Outgoing chairman of ECB Colin Graves. What has he really done for cricket
PSG and Bayern Munich battled it out in the Champions League Final and we discussed what went right and wrong for both. Also we chatted about the Europa League Final between Inter Milan and Shakhtar Donetsk which was a cracker! Plus a few moves in Transfer Talk...
Well that was a week that no-one expected! League Champions Dundalk have imploded and their are casualties all over the place...... We try to remember every aspect of this crazy story, plus we look at the weekends results and the first Stephen Kenny Ireland Squad.
We looked in detail at all four Champions League Q-Finals in detail. Also we have Transfer Talk and a few other stories....
Peter Moore hosts the first The big kick off Cricket Podcast. He is joined by The Daily Mail cricket correspondent Paul Newman, Sports Writer Ben Kosky and former professional cricket player Ollie Rayner.
On the show this week we had a chat with St Pats new striker Georgie Kelly about his start with his new club.
Also we reviewed the Premier and First division results from the weekend and the three FAI Cup games at the start of the week.
Is Vinny Perth under pressure already?
And we started our Fan Question Segment where LOI fans can send in their questions, thoughts to debate on and voice messages on anything LOI.
The Champions League was back with last 16 games to confirm the Q-Final places and it did not disappoint. Also Transfer Talk included a discussion of Liverpool's transfer policy this summer. Philippe Coutinho on the verge of signing Arsenal and Chris Wood to Lazio.... We also talk about the League One and League Two salary cap plus alot more.
Well it was a busy five days of football but it was well worth the wait! We discuss the Jekyll and Hyde performances of St Pats. While Shamrock Rovers make it look more and more like their year with each result. There are six pointers everywhere. We also look ahead to the weekends fixtures and also the women's national league then too.
Pierre Emerick Aubameyang lit up the FA Cup final with two goals, we discussed why Arsenal cant afford to lose him. Also Eddie Howe left AFC Bournemouth last week and we give him a tip of the cap. plus all your Transfer Talk and a little quiz between Peter and Tom!
The full interview with Harry Kenny. We talk about his playing career with Shamrock Rovers right up to his time in management with St. Patrick's Athletic. A great chat that's worth 30 minutes of your time
Well it's finally back!!
The League of Ireland restarts this weekend and we discussed all things LOI and previewed the weekends games.
We also have an interview with former Shamrock Rovers player and Bray Wanderers & St Pats manager Harry Kenny.
It was the final day of the Premier League and there was plenty to talk about....
1 - Premier League Finished
: Manchester United and Chelsea in Champions League
: Bournemouth and Watford Relegated
: Other Premier League questions yet to be answered.
2 - Jordan Henderson Sports Writers player of the year....
: Our player of the year : One to look out for next year : Transfer move you would like to see
3 - Transfer Talk
4 - Finishing stories
This was our first dedicated football podcast and we had plenty to talk about....
1 - Watford sack Nigel Pearson and the relegation battle
2 - Leeds United and the Championship
3 - Real Madrid win La Liga and Garreth Bale
4 - Barcelona, Messi unhappy
5 - Transfer Talk
The UFC strike up a profitable contract in its clothing range and in turn say goodbye to Reebok. Who is the new company?
It hasn't been a great start to Luka Jovic's career in Spain. Could Madrid be looking to offloading him this summer? And how would he fit in at Leicester City?
It was a weekend of many surprising results. Which makes for an exciting finish both at the top and bottom of the Premier League.
Only four weeks into new ownership and Wigan Athletic are gone into administration. Is this a failure of the club, the FA or both?
The return to cricket is finally here and we took a look at what to expect between England vs West Indies.
With AFC Bournemouth struggling badly in the Premier League we ask is it time for Eddie Howe to move on?
Well they finally went and did it, Liverpool FC are Champions of England! We discussed a great season for Klopps men and what is next. Plus plenty more including all the transfer news, Fa Cup and a few other sporting stories.....
1 - Liverpool Are Champions
2 - Transfer Talk
3 - League of Ireland
4 - Wimbledon week
5 - A finishing story each
With the first weekend of the Premier League over we take a look at all the games up to Sunday night.
On Transfer Talk we discussed the active role Chelsea are making in the transfer market. Frank Lampard has money to spend and he isn't shy about targeting the players he wants.
Sport is back and we have a jam packed podcast show....
1 : Premier League return
2 : MLS and American Sport
3 : Rugby potential strike
4 : Transfer Talk
5 : Joshua vs Fury 2 fight deal
And so much more!
With Covid-19 shutting everything down all sport is struggling finacially, the League of Ireland is no different and it needs help!
With sport flooding back we were out the widow with sport to talk about....
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: Conor McGregor Retiring : UFC 250
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Transfer Talk
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A quick look at the return to grassroots football and sports in ireland
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LOI Update
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And a whole lot more!
With sport trickling back and the Premier League setting a date for a return we had plenty to talk about.....
1 - Premier League return
2 - Womens Sport in the UK
3 - UEFA may offer euro 2020 matches to Dublin
4 - Favourite Champions League/European Cup Moment
5 - Transfer talk
Plus alot more from the sporting world...
1 - Fa cup weekend
(A) Best FA cup Memory and Why? (B) Jamie Carraghers FACup suggestion to finish competition
2 - Has Troy Deeney announced his retirement? (Premier league restart)
3 - Takeover at Cork City?
4 - NBA Return....
5 - Mauricio Pochettino named his top 3 players in the Premier League.... We each have our own top 3 players.
6 - And much more.....
With a lot more clubs starting to struggle financially because of the cost of players wages we discussed the idea of bringing in a salary cap into football.
With a return to live football on the TV we had a packed show..
1 - Bundesliga return
2 - F1 Vettel leaving Ferarri
3 - MTK boxing and Eddie Hearn's Matchroom event in his back garden
4 - Cricket West Indies needing to be funded and Rugby salary cap
5 - EFL League 2 and League 1 meetings
And alot more......
With Mike Tyson's Cannabis Company interested in the naming rights for the Nou Camp and Everton FC jersey sponsorship we took a closer look into the company and a probable return to the ring!
In a time where we have no sport we still had a full show which we discussed.....
1 - Premier League restart
2 - League of Ireland Start up
3 - Mike Tyson
4 - Rugby Union new calendar
5 - UFC 249 review
6 - And a few other stories....
Last week Manchester United announced that they are to introduce 1,500 safe standing barriers. We discussed the reintroduction of standing areas...... For the full discussion listen in to the big kick off 3rd may zoom chat
A full show again this week...
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European leagues including France unable to finish their football season
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UFC 249 is going ahead on Saturday May 9th
-US Women's National Team lose pay equality court case
- Kevin De Bruyne to leave Manchester City
-Manchester United to install barrier seating in Old Trafford
- A few stories to wrap it up including a badly researched story on Mike Tyson's new company
The big kick off team discussed - - UEFA wanting teams in Europe on merit next year, Spain has other ideas
-Dutch League ends their season
-Roy Keane is having none of Premier League pay cuts
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Transfer Talk
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Cricket season and it's new start date
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Phil Neville leaving the English women's team job
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Ryder Cup behind closed doors
....and a bit more
We had a couple of transfer stories that we discussed in our Zoom show, Barcelona and Harry Kane!
Darren Shiels was on the line to run over the Six Nations so far and would the tournament even finish. Also thebigkickoff.com Nathan Doyle looked ahead to the weekends League of Ireland Premier fixtures and the Premier Leagues Hall of Fame.
Peter Moore from thebigkickoff.com gave us a run down on all the teams at the Cricket World Cup and how it has been going so far. Also with the FA opening the Premier League Hall of Fame we take a look at who should be the first two players to take their place.
The full show where we had Kieran Burke from Bar One Racing previewed the League Of Ireland First Division. Neal Dobbs from thebigkickoff.com reviews the Champions League games and alot more....
Bar One Racing's Kieran Burke joined us on the phone to review the League Of Ireland First Division 2020, and even drops a few tips for Cheltenham.
We had St. Pat's Darragh Markey on the line to discuss how his and the clubs pre-season went and a look at some of the newest members of the St.Pats family. Also Nathan Doyle from thebigkickoff.com joined us to review the League and all its in's and out's, plus who has the best jersey 2020.
Nick Price was in studio to run through Superbowl 2020 between the 49ers and the Chiefs. Darren Shiels previews the six nations and transfer deadline day is upon us and we look at the in's and out's.
We discuss Niall Quinn's new role in the FAI, Conor Mcgregors fight, a bit of basketball and Liverpool get mentioned AGAIN by Dave......
It was one of those weeks with the phone line! Although the line wasn't great we had a great chat with Eric Murray of the mixer podcast which covers grassroots football in Ireland.
With the SSE Airtricity League kicking off in just over 5 weeks Bar One Racing were the first bookmaker to offer outright betting on the 2020 season. We were joined by Bar One Racing's sports broadcaster Kieran Burke to discuss those odds and all things LOI ⚽️
It's that time of the year again and we take a look back at the year while discussing our sporting Christmas wishes. Also we have a Christmas big kick off Room 101.
We had John Joyce Professional Boxer in studio to announce his next fight and talk all things boxing.... plus a bit more!!!!
Europa League groups are coming to a close, We talk Wilder vs Ortiz and Joshua vs Ruiz and all your weekly sports news and stories!
Pochettino gets the sack at Spurs and less than 12 hours later the special one takes over, we discuss was it the right decision on both calls. Also Irelands play off chances, Stephen Kenny and AJ vs Ruiz!
Irish International Hockey star Roisin Upton joined us on the line to discuss the Olympic quailifier vs Canada, the aftermath and next summers competition!
It's the start of November and huge sporting events one after another! Rugby world cup is over, premier league is getting very interesting with VAR taking all the headlines, the Irish hockey team qualifying for the Olympics and a whole lot of other stories.....
We look back on all the Champions League games during the week and discuss all the weeks sports news and stories!
We had Dale O' Donnell from the award winning Manchester United news site and blog 'Stretty News' to discuss the huge pressure on Ole Gunnar Solskjaer at the moment. Plus a full round up of all the latest sporting stories!
It's an Irish double header, Rugby world cup and Euro 2020 qualifier. But all is not certain.... we discuss the impact of Typhoon Hagibis in Japan and the mentality going into Tiblisi. Plus loads of other sporting stories!
Ireland's world cup has been shaky to say the least! Darren Shiels joins us again to discuss the positives we can take from the tournament so far.... Plus all your sporting news!
League of Ireland player Sean Russell was in to discuss his frustrations with the ACL injury he sustained and about his treatment from former club Limerick FC following the injury. Also Darren Shiels came into studio to review the rugby world cup which turned out gave us a false sense of security.... plus a little bit more!
With International week just over we look back at the Republic Of Ireland senior and U21 performances. Also Roy Keane was in the news and we discuss the Rugby World Cup and Solheim cup!
After Ireland's heavy defeat to England in the run up to the rugby world cup, we had Darren Shiels in to discuss what went wrong and should the panic button be pressed!? Plus all your sports news and stories including the champions league draw...
Freelance writer, Football Manager 20 researcher and Bury FC supporter Peter Taylor was on the show to discuss the dire situation Bury find themselves and if there is any hope at all!? Plus all your sports news and stories....
The transfer window has just ended and the new Premier League season is about to kick off! Kieran Burke & Thomas Devlin joined us on the show to go through all the teams chances this season....
With the new season only a week away we review the transfers in and out of the premier league and which clubs need to step up their activities. plus all your latest sporting news and stories!
On the show we have former Cobh Ramblers and Waterford United manager Stephen Henderson to discuss life as a League of Ireland manager, youth football in the country and what the future holds for himself and irish football in general ⚽️
I'm sure at some stage we all wanted to try out surfing, give it a shot and ride that wave 🏄♂️ With ireland being one of the top destinations on the planet for surf and it being on our own doorstep we decided to get Dave Flynn from Surfcity Lahinch to talk us through what's needed to enjoy the irish waves 😎
Sky has recently become the exclusive distributor of BT Sport and Premier Sport in Ireland. Sky’s new deal with BT Sport will give access to vast range of sport, but at what cost? Ruaidhrí Croke is a sports journalist with The Irish Times and wrote an article on the many dangers of this deal. Ruaidhrí joins us on the show to spell out that danger
We had Nuala Donlon from Greyhound Action Ireland in to discuss the RTE Prime Time Investigates documentary and what the implications should be for the greyhound industry. Plus a round up on all your sports news.
Shamrock Rovers F.C. photographer George Kelly was in studio with us to discuss his time with the club (since 1970) and the up' and down's and stories he has no doubt experienced along the way. Plus all your sporting news and stories as usual...........
Kilmacud Crokes coach Shane Smith joins us tonight to discuss a piece he wrote for the Irish Examiner on the problems that still arise in coaching circles both in GAA (football & hurling) and football clubs all around the country.🏐⚽️ The rumour mill is back with tonnes of transfer speculation! And all your sports stories and news...
On tonight's show.... The women's world cup, Toulon U21 tournament, a review of the nations league, rule changes for the new season,Tyson Fury is fighting this week, plus alot more...... oh.... and of course there's Bob!
on this week's show we have Fight Connect TV's Lydia Des Dolles on the line to talk about her new podcast, Katie Taylor's huge win at the weekend, Anthony Joshua's shock defeat and all things combat sports. Plus we look back on the champions league final and look forward to this weeks nations league matches and euro qualifiers.
Well it's European finals week and as well as reviewing the champions league final between Liverpool & Spurs we also look back on the europa league final. Joining Roy and Dave is Neal Dobbs and Thomas Devlin who both have a keen interest in the final on Saturday. Plus "The Rumour Mill" has started on all the possible transfers this coming summer.....
The DDSL reintroduced "winter" football last week but not everyone was happy about it. David Gilligan started up a petition to get summer football returned as it hasn't been given a chance to evolve. Also we chat to Darren Shiels about all the latest from the world of rugby.
Well what a week of football we had!! We discuss the champions league semi-finals that turned out to be crackers!!! Also Nick Price joins us to keep us up to date on sports across the big pond...
One of the greats decides to retire shocking us all while another great shows us he's still got it in the champions league!
The Manchester Derby didnt throw up many surprises and Dave and Neal seemed happy enough with the way it went. We also discuss 'non competitive football' and Amir Khan.
We discussed the Champions League Q final results and what the semi finals might bring to the table...
We were joined by Garrie O'Neill from 'Confessions of a golf addict conditioning coach' to look over the magical weekend in Augusta which is the US Masters. Plus a whole lot more!
We chatted to Republic Of Ireland Senior International Goalkeeper Mark Travers about his first time in the squad. Plus all your football,golf and rugby news.
We look back on the International Break where the Rep of Ireland gave a country some hope. Also we discuss the rules you would like to see brought into football... and a little bit more.
Barry Greene & Scott Goldblatt (BBC & ITV) from RED MIST TV joined us to discuss Liverpool fc & Manchester United's season so far and what is expected from Klopp and Ole in the remaining games!
We discuss the nonsense from Celtic fans on Brendan Rodgers. Also the ridiculous new Nike Ad. plus a lot more!
We had so much to talk about this week we couldn't fit it all in... but we got most of it in... starting with the never ending Europa League!!!
It's Valentine's Day and we are sharing the love with all your sporting news including Declan Rice's decision to abandon Ireland for England!!
We had John Joyce in the studio as he prepares for his big fight in Boston in march! Plus a look at all the rest of the sports news...
We had the absolute pleasure of being joined live in studio by Lynn "The Hunter" Harvey as she prepares for her european title shot next month. Lynn's fantastic personality and total focus to boxing made for a great interview.
It's January and that can only mean one thing.... no we're not hitting the gym... it's transfer window time. We look at the likely moves to the nonsense stories.
Our sporting review of the year (from what we remember) with Roy Dave Nick and glen(who has forgotten how to use a microphone)
Our Christmas show with lots of fun, antics, christmas jokes and a bit of sport thrown in!
After the weekends disgraceful behavior from Chelsea fan's towards Raheem Sterling we discuss Racism in Football... plus a little bit more.
Heavyweight boxing is back to its entertaining best, we discuss Wilder vs Fury plus a hell of alot more!
We discuss the Mick McCarty's appointment as Ireland manager, Joe Schmidt's exit and Fury/Wilder.
With the disgusting assault of referee Daniel Sweeny recently we had junior referee James Smith in to talk about the week to week life of a local ref! Plus a bit of football and boxing....
Rugby Unions Autumn internationals are under way and we had our rugby go to guy Darren Shiels on to review them. Also ultrasounds Gay Gibson stepped in and we had our usual football chat and with so much to talk about we even missed a few topics which will be on next weeks show.
We had Antonio Mantero from "The Coach Diary" on to discuss youth football/coaching in Ireland. Also we analyzed Real Madrid's current problems and it was FAI Cup final weekend...
Kieran Burke from Between the stripes League Of Ireland podcast joined us to review the leagues season. Also we talked champions league and a bit more.....
We were live from Navan rugby club for the International match between the Irish Wolfhounds vs Belgian Barbarians. Interviews with Players, coaches and fans from both sides.....
Cabinteely's Jack Tuite joined us in studio to talk about running the Dublin marathon for pieta house with his brother matty and talked a little football too. Also MMA Connect Tv's Lydia Des Dolles review's Khabib vs Mcgregor with us.
We had so much to discuss this week, the ryder cup, MMA, the new proposed 5 GAA rules and a hell of a lot more!
Dale O' Donnell from Stretty News joined us to talk about the Mouriniho/Pogba issues at Manchester United and what's needed to resolve it all. Also Garrie O'Neill from Confession's of a golf addict talks to us about all things Ryder Cup!
Pro boxer John Joyce joined us in studio to discuss his development, his next fight and a chat about the boxing world.
We discussed the latest outburst on court by Serena Williams, the Nations League and a whole lot more!
We had Darren Shiels in to review the start of the PRO14 Rugby 🏉 We also discussed the decision facing Declan Rice and Jose Mourinho clapping the Man Utd fans ⚽️ Plus a hell of alot more!
Maire Collins joined us in studio from Lucan Harriers Athletic Club to discuss a problem we see all too often at local level. Working hard to improve facilities but caught behind the paperwork of local councils. Maire discusses how the club are coping and updates the current situation. We also have a "Beat The Brain" special between Dave, and newbie Glen who had Dave shaking in his boots before a question was fired! Plus a whole lot more including FIFA19, Newcastle supporters and the Lazio Ultras......
We talk League of Ireland, the Premier League, Golf, American Football and a whole lot more.... We also had TWO guests booked in.... but shit happens and we didn't get to talk to either... but will have them on again very soon!
On this weeks show we had a Premier League special. Joining us were Nathan Warnock from Irish Crystal Palace Supporters Club , Jay Coleman from Burnley FC Irish Clarets and Paul Nealon from Irish Football Fan TV who is an Evertonian...
We had the Head Coach of the Irish National American Football team Ciaran O' Sullivan on the show to talk about the upcoming friendly international vs the Belgian Barbarians. Plus a debut on the show for Glen Keating to talk all things sport!
We discuss Eamon Dunphys decision to quit RTE. Also talk football transfers and boxing... and a bit more!
Former Dublin player Paul Casey talked to us about the Super 8's and if he felt it was something that would stay longer term, also on who impressed on the first weekend. Also the British open started today and we had Garrie O neill from confessions of a golf.... oh wait.... we didn't.... well we discussed the opening day's play.
Lydia Des Dolles from MMA Connect TV joined us in the studio to talk about herself, the success of the channel and all things combat sports! Plus a bit more....
Mark Beakey from Concussion Coach.ie joined us in the studio to discuss all things concussion and how their course can help clubs, coaches and parents. also we have a world cup round up plus a bit more thrown in!
We were delighted to have Paul and Jonathon from Irish Football Fan TV to talk about their youtube channel, irish football and the world cup. Plus the "Brain" is back... can the lads beat him!?
Our last sunday morning show... the world cup just keeps on giving including "noodlehead" and "barreller" :)
We had Colm Barron in from European elite soccer in to talk about their coaching course in Dublin this july and a couple of coaching debates.
we talked world cup, this years best world cup song, and all other sporting news and drama. We had Colm Barron in from European elite soccer in to talk about their coaching course in Dublin this july and a couple of coaching debates.
We had a full studio to discuss the world cup which starts this thursday, with a few old memories thrown in and a great Zinedine Zidane tune. Also a sports update squeezed into the middle of the show!
Kieran Burke from the "Between The Stripes" League of Ireland podcast joined us on the show this week to discuss the lack of first division coverage, Limerick FC players not getting paid and all things LOI.
Kieran Burke from the "Between The Stripes" League of Ireland podcast joined us on the show this week to discuss the lack of first division coverage, Limerick FC players not getting paid and all thing LOI. Plus all the weeks sport coverage including Ireland Vs USA.
Our 52nd show after one full year of the show. We tip our cap towards John Motson who ended his commentary career last week. Also we chat about world cup squad. Also the F.A. Cup final... plus a good bit more!
Irish American Football Association President Orla McAleese joined us in the studio to talk about the in's and out's of American Football in Ireland, the progress that has been made and what the future holds.
With Rugby's European cup and the final games in the premier league we had much to talk about. Also Irish American Football Association President Orla McAleese joined us in the studio to talk about the in's and out's of American Football in Ireland, the progress that has been made and what the future holds.
We had Ciaran Masterson on to talk about the DDSL Friendship cup which was a huge success. Also Darren Shiels reviews the Rugby European Cup final between Leinster and Racing. Plus a lot more!
Arsenal legend Emma Byrne took a call from us from Barcelona to chat about her career and her retirement...
So much sport on with the finish to the premier league, boxing, snooker....Arsenal legend Emma Byrne took a call from us from Barcelona to chat about her career and her retirement.
Martin Russell ex professional footballer and league of Ireland manager called in for a chat....
A one man show this week... but we got through it! Martin Russell ex professional footballer and league of Ireland manager called in for a chat. Plus all the other sport this week.
With a full calendar of sport on now, we take a review and preview of the American sports plus the premier league champions league and a look back on the masters.
With the U.S. masters under way we talk about the tournament so far with Garrie O'Neill from the facebook page 'Confessions of a golf addict'. And a whole lot more...
Barry Prenderville joined us to talk about the up's and down's of professional football.
On the show we had Barry Prenderville to talk about life as a professional footballer and soccer scholarship's at Maynooth University. Plus a lot more!
Our system failed and we only got half our show (that's enough says you)..... enjoy the brilliance ;)
Joining us in the studio is Pro Boxer John Joyce to talk about his progress so far into the professional world of boxing and also to discuss all things boxing!
Joining us in the studio is Pro Boxer John Joyce to talk about his progress so far into the professional world of boxing and also to discuss all things boxing! And being St Patrick's weekend we might have talked about a certain rugby match....
We talked to former Ireland & Munster player Jeremy Staunton about the Six Nations Championship.
We chatted to Horse Trainer Denise Foster about her career and Cheltenham and also talked to former Ireland & Munster player Jeremy Staunton about the Six Nations Championship.
John Shelvin N.M.T. of Rathmines Chronic Pain & Sports Injury Clinic joins us on the show tomorrow to discuss sports rehabilitation and body maintenance. John has previously worked with Leinster Rugby.
John Shelvin N.M.T. of Rathmines Chronic Pain & Sports Injury Clinic joins us on the show tomorrow to discuss sports rehabilitation and body maintenance. John has previously worked with Leinster Rugby. Plus our Premier League North vs South teams.
We had Alex O'Shea on the show to talk about his huge challenge of 32 marathons in 32 counties of Ireland in 16 days to raise moneyfor the Irish Guide Dogs for the Blind.
We had Alex O'Shea on the show to talk about his huge challenge of 32 marathons in 32 counties of Ireland in 16 days. also we talked football with VAR, champions league, Europa league, league of Ireland and Scottish league all discussed...plus a bit more!
With our guest unable to make it at the last minute we had to scramble to glue a show together.... but we did it and had a laugh too! Plenty of sporting chat this week on Antonio Conte, the winter Olympics, boxing and a few funny call in's!
We were joined in studio by President of the Irish Ice Hockey Association Aaron Guli and Aisling Daly to chat about the success of the recent trip to South Korea for the national U12's team, Irelands lack of facilities and financial support.
We were joined in studio by President of the Irish Ice Hockey Association Aaron Guli and Aisling Daly to chat about the success of the recent trip to South Korea for the national U12's team, Irelands lack of facilities and financial support. Also Nick Price was in to talk about the Superbowl.... Oh, say! can you see.......
We had golf fitness trainer Garrie O'Neill from the facebook page 'Confessions Of A Golf Addict' on to talk all things golf.
We had golf fitness trainer Garrie O'Neill from the facebook page 'Confessions Of A Golf Addict' on to talk all things golf. Also we discussed premier league transfers and youth policies... plus a bit more.
The Dundalk Democrat's Sports Editor Caoimhin Reilly was on to talk about the in's and out of this deal......
On the show this week we were joined by Peterborough United Chairman Darragh MacAnthony to talk about the in's and out's of being a Chairman.
On the show this week we were joined by Peterborough United Chairman Darragh MacAnthony to talk about the in's and out's of being a Chairman. Also we talk premier league and world football and a little bit more.
We had Chris Dunne on the show talking about the best way to gt your fitness back after a heavy Christmas. Also we had Darren Shiels in studio talking about the Pro 14 and the up coming 6 nations.
We discuss the years sporting events and stories and hand out a few awards including villain of the year......
We had our Christmas eve special which had jokes, sporting stars santa letters we found and a blankety blank chrismas sports quiz to get in the festive mood.
Author Anthony Carragher was on the line to talk about his current book(Lost? Liverpool f.c. and english football at the crossroads).
Rep. of Ireland footballing international Cillian Sheridan who now ply's his trade in Poland talks to us about his career so far.
Rep. of Ireland footballing international Cillian Sheridan who now ply's his trade in Poland talks to us about his career so far. Also author Anthony Carragher was on the line to talk about his current book(Lost? Liverpool f.c. and english football at the crossroads).
We take a look at the worlds biggest derby games and discuss derby weekend in the premier league. Also a great sporting story, Plus a little bit more....
All our usual take on sports from the week plus a look at sporty Christmas presents you might keep an eye out for!
On the phone we had Antonio Mantero who runs a great website and facebook page "The coach diary".
On the phone we had Antonio Mantero who runs a great website and facebook page "The coach diary". Plus a look at the weeks sport.
Professional Gambler Declan Meagher joined us in the studio to talk about how he makes a living through gambling and to talk about his website Learnbetwin.com.
Professional Gambler Declan Meagher joined us in the studio to talk about how he makes a living through gambling and to talk about his website Learnbetwin.com. Plus a little bit more!
With the world cup play offs over the weekend we talk about Irelands hopes of qualifying. We also introduce "The Big 3".
We had Ciaran Thompson on the line telling us how his first ever marathon went. Also on the show was League Of Ireland player Darragh Markey to talk about the season thats just finished. And Nick Price gives us an update on sport in the U.S.A!
With the Dublin marathon on we talk to a couple of first time runners (Dave's sister) to see how the nerves are holding out with minutes to the start of the race. We also have Spartan Lucan who give us an inside to the kickboxing world. And we tell a few spooky sporting stories!
On the show we had Coerver Coaching to discuss the positives its program can bring to all players at every level.
On the show we had Coerver Coaching to discuss the positives its program can bring to all players at every level. Also with the Dublin marathon next week we talk to Ciaran Thompson about what he has learned from the training and lead up to his first marathon for all those still thinking about running one day!
AIK Stockholm's Mark O Sullivan joined us to talk about youth player development among other topics. Mark is in charge of player and coach development at the club and also a district coach educator for the Swedish FA.
AIK Stockholm's Mark O Sullivan joined us to talk about youth player development among other topics. Mark is in charge of player and coach development at the club and also a district coach educator for the Swedish FA. Plus all the weeks football and sport.
The worlds largest all female boxing tournament "Esker's All Female Box Cup" starts next week and we had Ed Griffin, Amy Harrington and Alanna Light in with us to talk about the tournament. Also we talk International football... plus a bit more.
Our new American recruit Nick Price joins us to talk about all things American Sports. Plus all the up to date sports stories of the week. It's a good one!
Ultra runner John O Regan gives us an insight into some of the worlds ultimate runs and his achievements competing in them. Also we take a look at FIFA 18 and what we have to look forward to..... plus tonnes more!
Former Dublin player Paul Casey was in studio to talk about the All Ireland final and all things GAA. Also we had Gerry Martin in with us talking about sports psychology. And we discuss a few interesting clips from the week gone.
Sydney Swans Strength & Conditioning coach Stephen Kelly joined us to talk about his role at the club, his story and the future for Sydney Swans.
Sydney Swans Strength & Conditioning coach Stephen Kelly joined us to talk about his role at the club, his story and the future for Sydney Swans. Also we take a look at the new NFL season with an idiots guide to the NFL. Plus alot more!
We talk to Boxing Promoter Stephen Sharpe about Celtic Clash 3, how an event like that is organised and all things boxing.
Boxing Promoter Stephen Sharpe talks to us about Celtic Clash 3, the behind the scenes look at organising such an event and boxing in general. Also we talk to our Rugby correspondent Darren Shiels about the Pro 14.
AFC Bournemouth GK Mark Travers talks to us about his short career so far and his winning goal for weymouth on his senior debut. Also we talk about the Mayweather vs Mcgregor fight which ended just 2 hours previous.
Olympic gold medalist Michael Carruth & MMA'S Tony Carrick discuss their sports, their story and talk about Mayweather vs Mcgregor. Its a must listen!
Olympic gold medalist Michael Carruth & MMA'S Tony Carrick discuss their sports, their story and talk about Mayweather vs Mcgregor. Its a must listen!
UEFA qualified coaches Richie Farrell & Brendan Kennedy debate over the question "Is coaching kids to win wrong?". plus our feature on some of the great/funny sports commentary.
One of Irelands true coaching greats joined us in the studio, Jim kilty former irish olympic track & field coach in atlanta and seol, In GAA Tipperary Wexford Mayo & Dublin coach while in rugby with Leinster and UCD.... all with huge success. The list is endless!!
One of Irelands true coaching greats joined us in the studio, Jim kilty former irish olympic track & field coach in atlanta and seol, In GAA Tipperary Wexford Mayo & Dublin coach while in rugby with Leinster and UCD.... all with huge success. The list is endless!! Plus alot more!
Professional boxer John Joyce joins us in studio and talks about his experiences so far and what the future holds... and also tries to "Beat The Brain!"
Along with all the weekly sports we have Liverpool scout Ciaran Masterson in on 'The Great Debate' to discuss "Are the FAI'S u13/15/17/19 leagues going to save irish football?"
A great interview with a League of ireland legend who talks about his career in football.
League of ireland legend Mark Rutherford joined us in the studio to talk about his career. Plus all the weeks sport.
We review the Lions tour of New Zealand and our feature is about the giant killing in sport!
Darren Shiels is in studio to discuss the Lions tour & we also talk to ThinkPerformSport.com about there site and how it can help your team. Plus we review wimbledon and the tour de france.
Ed and Mick came in to share the struggles of local boxing and also the problems at national level. Plus a little extra!
Conor Masterson joins us today to talk all things Liverpool and his career so far. Plus a feature on sports stars in trouble with the law.
Cork city and N. Ireland tactical analysist Lisa Fallon drops into the studio to tell her story and share her footballing thoughts. Also we look at some of footballs most controversial moments. plus a bit more..
We talked about the Mayweather vs Mcgregor fight and the reality's around the hype. We also have our rugby expert Dar Shiels on the line to talk Lions v N. Zealand and the if's and but's..... plus plenty more!
League of Ireland referee Paul Tuite was in with us to talk about his career and refereeing decisions in general, plus alot more!
Former Lucan United and current Liverpool FC player Conor Masterson joined us in the studio to let us know how his career is progressing and how he feels the club is progressing.
On our first show we had Andrew Mangan from the best Arsenal podcast around arseblog.com to talk about the future of Arsene Wenger and Arsenal. Also we have Shamrock Rovers manager Stephen Bradley on to talk about his plans for the club and his own story. Plus a bit more!
We had Ollie & Luke on from thinkperformsport.com to talk about the best approach to pre-season training and how thier site can help your team.