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OTB Football

OTB Sportswww.offtheball.com

Welcome to OTB Football. It's where you'll get the finest football analysis with some of the sharpest minds in the game, we'll throw in some nostalgia, transfer nonsense and legends interviews too. Graham Hunter, Brian Kerr, Eoin Doyle, Keith Treacy, David Connolly, Jonathan Wilson, Miguel Delaney and much more too! 

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Episodes

The COYGIG Pod Ep. 128 | WSL returns, McCabe shines, Miedema breaks Arsenal hearts

The WSL season is back. Kathleen McNamee, Karen Duggan & Irish international, Jamie Finn bring you all the reaction to the opening weekend of fixtures. Emma Carroll returns with the Team of the Week, while Shamrock Rovers' Scarlett Herron brings you the tactical break-down of the week. Got a question for the pod? Email TheCOYGIGPod@offtheball.com ! The COYGIG Pod on Off The Ball is in association with Cadbury, the official snack partner to the Republic of Ireland’s Women’s National Team. #Ca...

Sep 24, 202450 minSeason 24Ep. 700

Exclusive Access! DENISE O'SULLIVAN: Staying with the Courage | Manchester United links | Incredible Julie-Ann Russell

Exclusive access! Listen to a subscriber only podcast from last month for free ! North Carolina Courage and Ireland star midfielder Denise O'Sullivan joined Nathan Murphy to talk Ireland, staying in the US, the evolution of her game and those transfer links with Manchester United. Football on Off The Ball with William Hill. Become an OTB Member at offtheball.com/join

Sep 23, 202428 minSeason 24Ep. 689

Stones steals City a point in the 98th minute | Arsenal's defending | Harsh red for Trossard? | The Sunday Kickback

Nathan Murphy is live at the Etihad Stadium with Brian Barry-Murphy to review the thrilling encounter between champions Manchester City and the mighty Arsenal. A John Stones 98th minute equaliser sealed a point for Manchester City while Arsenal were down to 10-men for the second half following a Leandro Trossard. Manchester City 2-2 Arsenal. The Sunday Kickback on Off the Ball with William Hill Become a member at offtheball.com/join

Sep 22, 202412 minSeason 24Ep. 687

No more Emma Hayes, Katie McCabe stuck in LB | WSL is back w/ Kathleen McNamee | OTB Breakfast Soccer

OTB’s Kathleen McNamee previews the beginning of the WSL new season & reacts to last night’s Champions League fixtures. Catch The Off The Ball Breakfast show LIVE weekday mornings from 7:30am or just search for Off The Ball Breakfast and get the podcast on the Off The Ball app. SUBSCRIBE at OffTheBall.com/join Off The Ball Breakfast is live weekday mornings from 7:30am across Off The Ball

Sep 19, 202421 minSeason 24Ep. 685

The COYGIG Pod Ep. 127 | EXCLUSIVE Leanne Kiernan interview after new Liverpool contract

The WSL season is just a week away. The COYGIG Pod will bring you some special bonus interview over the next week. First up, Liverpool's Leanne Kiernan speaks to Kathleen about her new contract, hopes for the new season, team bonding and the upcoming Euros qualifiers for Ireland. Got a question for the pod? Email TheCOYGIGPod@offtheball.com ! The COYGIG Pod on OTB Sports is in association with Cadbury, the official snack partner to the Republic of Ireland’s Women’s National Team. #CadburySupport...

Sep 13, 202418 minSeason 24Ep. 660

Inner Drive - Episode 6 | Ellen Keane's rollercoaster route to her final Paralympics

Football Fans! Listen the sixth episode of Off the Ball's Inner Drive series with Allianz, as Paralympic gold medalist Ellen Keane reflects on the highs and lows of her swimming career as she prepares for her final swims on the world stage. Inner Drive, with Allianz Insurance, proud sponsors of Paralympics Ireland.

Aug 29, 202445 minSeason 24Ep. 609

HEIMIR HALLGRÍMSSON & JOHN O'SHEA | First Ireland squad announcement

Republic of Ireland manager Heimir Hallgrímsson & assistant manager John O'Shea speak to the media as the duo announce their first squad ahead of Nations League clashes with England & Greece. Football on Off The Ball, in association with William Hill.

Aug 29, 202412 minSeason 24Ep. 608

The reality of an ACL injury, Dealing with missing out on the World Cup | Jamie Finn | OTB Breakfast Soccer

Irish international footballer Jamie Finn comes into studio to talk football’s ACL epidemic at the moment following Jess Ziu’s injury. Catch The Off The Ball Breakfast show LIVE weekday mornings from 7:30am or just search for Off The Ball Breakfast and get the podcast on the Off The Ball app. SUBSCRIBE at OffTheBall.com/join Off The Ball Breakfast is live weekday mornings from 7:30am across Off The Ball

Aug 29, 202416 minSeason 24Ep. 607

Inner Drive - Episode 5 | Rhasidat Adeleke's journey from Tallaght to Paris 2024 | Inner Drive

Football Fans ! Listen to the latest episode of Inner Drive on the eve of the 2024 Paris Olympics. Joe Molloy sits down with Irish athletics newest superstar Rhasidat Adeleke in episode 5 of 'Inner Drive.' Alongside her family and coaches, she tells the story of how her determination led her to the 2024 Olympics. Inner Drive on Off The Ball in association with Allianz Insurance Ireland.

Jul 24, 202435 minSeason 24Ep. 527

The COYGIG Pod Ep.126 | Reaction: Ireland's Euro's play-off opponents confirmed

Kathleen and Karen react to the Euro's play-off draw and Ireland's chances of qualifying. Got a question for the pod? Email TheCOYGIGPod@offtheball.com ! The COYGIG Pod on Off The Ball is in association with Cadbury, the official snack partner to the Republic of Ireland’s Women’s National Team. #CadburySupporterAndAHalf | @CadburyIreland

Jul 19, 202425 minSeason 24Ep. 526

JULIE-ANN RUSSELL | From 4-year absence to goal here | More games in Cork, please! | OTB Breakfast Soccer

Galway United & Republic of Ireland star Julie-Ann Russell joined Off The Ball Breakfast after marking her return to international football with sensational and vital goals against France and England in the Euro 2025 qualifiers! With Optimum Nutrition, proud sponsors of the Gaelic Players’ Association. Catch Off the Ball's sports breakfast show LIVE weekday mornings from 7:30am or just search for Off the Ball Breakfast and get the podcast on the Off the Ball app or wherever you listen to you...

Jul 18, 202413 minSeason 24Ep. 522

SUE RONAN: Ireland's top marks vs French, can Girls in Green kick on? | OTB Breakfast Soccer

Former Ireland manager Sue Ronan joined Off The Ball Breakfast with reaction to Ireland's impressive 3-1 win over World #2 side France (still can't believe I'm typing this), and her thoughts on the current health of Eileen Gleeson's side, as the Euro 2025 playoffs come into focus... With Optimum Nutrition, proud sponsors of the Gaelic Players’ Association. Catch Off the Ball's sports breakfast show LIVE weekday mornings from 7:30am or just search for Off the Ball Breakfast and get the podcast on...

Jul 17, 202416 minSeason 24Ep. 518

Girls in Green stun France in Cork! | Reaction with Kathleen McNamee | OTB Breakfast Soccer

Ger, Eoin & Cathal kick off Wednesday's Off The Ball Breakfast with reaction to Ireland's huge 3-1 win over France in their Euro 2025 qualifier in Páirc Uí Chaoimh last night, as Kathleen joins live to give reaction to a historic evening for Eileen Gleeson's side! With Optimum Nutrition, proud sponsors of the Gaelic Players’ Association. Catch Off the Ball's sports breakfast show LIVE weekday mornings from 7:30am or just search for Off the Ball Breakfast and get the podcast on the Off the Ba...

Jul 17, 202431 minSeason 24Ep. 516

The French land in Cork - can Ireland round off Euro group with win? | Rachel O'Sullivan | OTB Breakfast Soccer

Rachel O'Sullivan from Girls on the Ball joined Off The Ball Breakfast as Ireland gear up for their final Euro 2025 qualifying group game against a young yet still fearsome France at Páirc Uí Chaoimh this evening. With Optimum Nutrition, proud sponsors of the Gaelic Players’ Association. Catch Off the Ball's sports breakfast show LIVE weekday mornings from 7:30am or just search for Off the Ball Breakfast and get the podcast on the Off the Ball app or wherever you listen to yours. SUBSCRIBE and F...

Jul 16, 202411 minSeason 24Ep. 514

The COYGIG Pod Ep.125 | Ireland land in Cork, the need for consistency, French await

Kathleen and Karen reflect on Irish defeat to England but an important goal for the Irish and Julie-Ann Russell. We also look ahead to the team hosting France in Cork for the final group game of the campaign, the U19's at The Euros and the Katie McCabe links to Lyon. Got a question for the pod? Email TheCOYGIGPod@offtheball.com ! The COYGIG Pod on OTB Sports is in association with Cadbury, the official snack partner to the Republic of Ireland’s Women’s National Team. #CadburySupporterAndAHalf | ...

Jul 15, 202430 minSeason 24Ep. 511

Kathleen McNamee: English challenge, Ireland's style & lingering issues with player development

Will O'Callaghan was joined by OTB's own Kathleen McNamee on Friday's Off The Ball. Ahead of this evening's clash between England and Ireland at Carrow Road, Kathleen came to us live from Norwich to chat about what would constitute a good night for Eileen Gleeson's side against the reigning European champions. In association with William Hill

Jul 12, 202423 minSeason 24Ep. 504

Jamie Finn: England/Ireland, Denise O'Sullivan's best position & ACL recovery

Will O'Callaghan was joined by the Irish international Jamie Finn on Friday's Off The Ball. As well as looking ahead to this evening's game against England in Carrow Road, Jamie also told us how she's getting on with her recovery after suffering an ACL injury earlier this year. In association with William Hill

Jul 12, 202413 minSeason 24Ep. 505

Eileen Gleeson & Aoife Mannion speak ahead of Ireland's game vs. England | OTB Soccer

Eileen Gleeson and Aoife Mannion spoke to Kathleen McNamee at Carrow Road on Thursday ahead of their European qualifying game vs. England on Friday. Both spoke about the recent RTÉ and Sunday Independent investigation as well as how the team has been preparing this week. Football on Off the Ball with William Hill.

Jul 11, 202411 minSeason 24Ep. 502

The COYGIG Pod Ep.124 | No McCabe for England, Miedema to City breaks Kathleen's heart

Kathleen and Karen are back for the international window and look ahead to Ireland's trip to England for the European Qualifier. We also react to a busy opening week of the transfer window with Miedema's City move and Manchester United's exodus. Got a question for the pod? Email TheCOYGIGPod@offtheball.com ! The COYGIG Pod on OTB Sports is in association with Cadbury, the official snack partner to the Republic of Ireland’s Women’s National Team. #CadburySupporterAndAHalf | @CadburyIreland...

Jul 10, 202442 minSeason 24Ep. 494

Exclusive Access: Liverpool's 1984 European Cup win | 'The most hostile stadium I've ever experienced!' | Tony Evans | OTB Soccer

Listen back to a previous members only podcast! if you would like to listen to more OTB podcasts like this - go to www.offtheball.com/join Football journalist and lifelong Liverpool supporter Tony Evans joined Joe Molloy back in May on the 40th anniversary of the 1984 European Cup final between Liverpool & As Roma, which saw a number of supporter clashes, and some iconic on-field moments. Football on OTB with William Hill.

Jun 28, 202423 minSeason 24Ep. 426
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