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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

Football Daily | Spain make their mark, Rodgers pays tribute to Diogo Jota and Thiago Silva set for a Chelsea reunion

On Tuesday's Football Daily, David Wilson brings you all the latest transfer news, plus we will hear from Celtic boss Brendan Rodgers as his side take on Cork City. Spain thrash the Belgians. Rodgers on Diogo Jota. Champions League begins in earnest. Liverpool hunt another striker. Everton make Barry their big signing. Could Jack Grealish leave City in a cut-price deal? And is Leo Messi about to swap Miami for Riyadh? Become a member and subscribe at offtheball.com/join...

Jul 08, 202512 minSeason 25Ep. 652

Miguel Delaney: ‘I think there’s red flags about Gyokeres!’ | Euros Woes For England | OFF THE BALL

Football writer Miguel Delaney joins Eoin Sheahan in the midst of the Women’s 2025 European Championships as reigning champions England lose out to France leaving their game vs the Netherlands as a ‘do or die’ game for a heavily favoured England team facing an early elimination from the tournament. He also discusses the latest news in the transfer window involving Viktor Gyokeres, Benjamin Sesko and Noni Madueke. Football on Off The Ball is brought to you by William Hill. 18+

Jul 07, 202520 minSeason 25Ep. 651

Football Daily | O'Brien's Shels vision, Johnston's move to Brazil, and Arsenal set to bolster their squad

On Monday's Football Daily, David Wilson brings you all the latest transfer news, plus quotes from Shelbourne's Joey O'Brien as they get ready to take on Linfield. Arsenal target Victor Gyokeres and Noni Madueke. Jhon Duran joins Mourinho's Fenerbahce. Is Mikey Johnston's move to Flamengo off before it even began? Palace set to add Sosa to their defence. Will Dominic Calvert-Lewin add to United's striking or injury department? Spain take on Ireland's future opponents Belgium at the EUROS. And is...

Jul 07, 202515 minSeason 25Ep. 650

LOI LATE NIGHT: Derry's 7th Heaven, are Shels better *without* Duff?

Cameron Hill, Shane Keegan and Johnny Ward kickstart July in League of Ireland land, hearing your thoughts on Derry City's 7-2 thrashing of Waterford, Shelbourne's 3-1 win over Cork City, and a Power outage in Inchicore, where a disallowed goal meant St Pat's had to settle for a 0-0 draw with Bohemians. League of Ireland Late Night, in partnership with Rockshore on Off The Ball, A League of Our Own. Get the facts, be drink aware, visit drinkaware.ie...

Jul 04, 20251 hr 3 minSeason 25Ep. 647

Football Daily | Value of Bohs jerseys revealed, full LOI preview, Nico's 'no' to Barça

On Friday's Football Daily, Phil Egan gives you a full preview of tonight's League of Ireland action which includes our live game - the Dublin derby at Richmond Park. We hear from Stephen Kenny and Alan Reynolds, as the true value of Bohemians' jerseys is revealed. We also hear from Tiernan Lynch, John Coleman, Aaron Bolger and Ger Nash. Nico Williams has shocked many with his decision this morning, And a former Manchester United defender is joining the Arsenal backroom staff....

Jul 04, 202513 minSeason 25Ep. 646

INNER DRIVE | Orla Comerford's road to learning difficult lessons & finding pride in art & athletics

In this episode of Inner Drive, Paralympian Orla Comerford sits down with Colm Boohig to discuss being diagnosed with Stargardt disease as a child and her attitude to progressively losing her sight while also maintaining a deep love and passion for both her art and athletics. This is the third episode in season two of Inner Drive which follows the highs and lows of some of Ireland's best sportspeople. Inner Drive in partnership with Allianz, proud sponsor of Paralympics Ireland. #StopTheDrop...

Jul 04, 202545 minSeason 25Ep. 645

Alan Reynolds & Jordan Flores on Mousset, James-Taylor and Oasis | St. Pat's v Bohs | LOI

OTB's live game on Friday night comes from Richmond Park where St. Patrick's Athletic face Dublin rivals Bohemians. Ahead of that derby, Bohs boss Alan Reynolds and utility man Jordan Flores spoke to our own David Wilson. They touched on the departure of Lys Mousset, the arrival of Douglas James-Taylor and that Oasis jersey. LOI on Off The Ball is brought to you Rockshore 0.0 | #ALeagueOfOurOwn

Jul 03, 20259 minSeason 25Ep. 641

Stephen Kenny & Sean Hoare | "Our finishing has let us down" | St. Pats v Bohs | LOI

OTB's live game from the SSE Airtricity Premier Division on Friday night is the Dublin derby clash of St. Patrick's Athletic and Bohemians. Ahead of that game, David Wilson spoke to the Saints' manager Stephen Kenny, and their defender Sean Hoare. LOI on Off The Ball is brought to you Rockshore 0.0 | #ALeagueOfOurOwn

Jul 03, 202515 minSeason 25Ep. 640

Moses Dyer leaves Galway | Shels reaction to Duffer drama | Kerr, McGucken, De Búrca & O'Flaherty | LOI | OTB Football

Off the Ball went on the road and visited Tribes Bar in Galway alongside Rockshore to bring a brilliant show to the crowds ahead of Galway United vs. Shelbourne. Eoin Sheahan was joined by Brian Kerr, Joe McGucken, Méabh de Búrca and Ricky O'Flaherty to reflect on what was a dramatic week for both clubs as they lost their talismans. League of Ireland Football on Off The Ball is brought you to by the refreshing Rockshore, Always be drink aware, get the facts and visit drinkaware.ie...

Jul 02, 20251 hr 7 minSeason 25Ep. 636

Lys Mousset departs | Joey O'Brien's position going forward | THE LOI POD

Stephen Doyle is joined once again this week by Gareth McGlynn and Vinnie Perth after another eventful week in the League of Ireland. League of Ireland Football on Off The Ball is brought you to by the refreshingly Alcohol Free Rockshore 0.0, Always be drink aware, get the facts and visit drinkaware.ie

Jul 02, 202534 minSeason 25Ep. 637

Football Daily | Moose's Bohs days are over, the EUROS kick into gear and a transfer gossip special

On Wednesday's Football Daily, Phil Egan brings you all the news of Lys Mousset's departure from Bohemians, a look ahead to the Women's EUROS and an in-depth look at the transfer news from across Europe. The Moose won't be linking up with Douglas James-Taylor and Ross Tierney at Dalymount. Real Madrid and Borussia Dortmund march on in the Club World Cup. Who are the favourites for the Women's EUROS? Is Luis Diaz off to Bayern? Could James McAtee be off to Forest? Nico Williams gives Barca an ult...

Jul 02, 202514 minSeason 25Ep. 635

Football Daily | 'Stand by me' DJT signs for Bohs, Andrews happy to 'Bee' here + Ramsey is a Puma

On Tuesday's Football Daily, Phil Egan brings you all the latest from the US and the Club World Cup plus who is the latest addition to the Bohemian striking department. Douglas James-Taylor looking forward to linking up with Ross Tierney at Dalymount. Manchester City get dumped out of the US. Could Ollie Watkins be Old Trafford bound? Is Hugo Ekitike now an option for Liverpool? Who do Leeds want to lead their line in the Premier League next season? The usual suspects are off to the Turkish Supe...

Jul 01, 202510 minSeason 25Ep. 634

"Playing the long game" | Ireland's back-to-back US defeats | Scarlett Herron | OTB Breakfast Soccer

Shamrock Rovers player, and OTB's, Scarlett Herron joins Ger & Colm on the show to recap Ireland's back-to-back defeats to the USA. Off The Ball Breakfast w/ UPMC Ireland | #GetBackInAction Catch The Off The Ball Breakfast show LIVE weekday mornings from 7:30am or just search for Off The Ball 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

Jul 01, 202515 minSeason 25Ep. 633

Football Daily | Littlejohn's Rovers adventure at an end, Clancy feels the sky is the limit for Elding and could Ekitike make Gunners move?

On Monday's Football Daily, Phil Egan brings you all the latest from the US as the Republic of Ireland lose again whilst the Club World Cup continues to swelter. Wiegman doesn't sweat on the fitness of Beth Mead. Clancy on special talent Elding. Lyon's woe could give Crystal Palace a European reprieve. Is Hugo Ekitike an Arteta man? Will Victor Gyokeres get the move he craves so badly? Nottingham Forest to sign a Brazilian number 9. And Lee Carsley celebrates more international success. Become a...

Jun 30, 202513 minSeason 25Ep. 631

TIM CLANCY: "Duff was the first to message me" | Post-Cork departure | Title race over? | OTB Breakfast Soccer

Former Cork City boss, Tim Clancy, joins Ger & Colm on the show to talk about his time off since vacating the Cork City manager role. Off The Ball Breakfast w/ UPMC Ireland | #GetBackInAction Catch The Off The Ball Breakfast show LIVE weekday mornings from 7:30am or just search for Off The Ball 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

Jun 30, 202523 minSeason 25Ep. 630

Bohs held to a draw, Madness in Wexford, Dyer exit | LOI LATE NIGHT

Another busy Friday night of LOI fixtures calls for only one thing... LOI Late Night returns with Shane Keegan and Johnny Ward. The lads chat about Moses Dyer heading abroad, Bohs FINALLY drawing a game and an unforgettable night in Ferrycarrig Park. LOI on Off the Ball w/ Rockshore 0.0

Jun 27, 202550 minSeason 25Ep. 628

Football Daily | WNT taught a lesson, LOI preview, Luton's Irish star a wanted man

On Friday's Football Daily, Phil Egan brings you reaction to a chastening night for the Republic of Ireland WNT in Denver. We preview tonight's League of Ireland action, which includes our live game from Eamonn Deacy Park where Galway United host Shelbourne. One of Luton's Irish stars is a wanted man in the Championship. And John Giles announces his retirement from punditry.

Jun 27, 202512 minSeason 25Ep. 626

JOHN GILES ANNOUNCES HIS RETIREMENT: ‘I’ve had a good run at it!’ | The end of an era

The legendary Irish footballer, manager and pundit John Giles joins Nathan Murphy and Eoin Sheahan to make a very special announcement. After 23 years as the voice of football on Off The Ball, the legend has decided to retire from punditry on his own terms. On this sad occasion, Nathan, Eoin and John himself reminisce about all of the iconic, historic and legendary moments from Giles’ career on the field and off it. Football on Off The Ball with William Hill.

Jun 26, 202523 minSeason 25Ep. 624

Football Daily | Irish Denver dreams, Dyer's detour, and could big Vic choose Liverpool?

On Thursday's Football Daily, Phil Egan brings you all the latest from the US as the Republic of Ireland get ready to take on the best in the world in Denver, whilst the Club World Cup group stage comes to a close. Carla Ward and Emma Hayes face off as friends, not foes. Moses Dyer on his way to... Cambodia? Manchester City take on Juventus with both sides aiming to avoid Real Madrid in the next round. Ederson insists his future is with City and not in Saudi. Could Victor Gyokeres choose Liverpo...

Jun 26, 202514 minSeason 25Ep. 623

Football Daily | Grehan leaves the Palace, Boca suffer Club World Cup embarrassment + Pog-back in the game

On Wednesday's Football Daily, Phil Egan brings you all the latest from the world of transfers, the Club World Cup and the relegation of a French giant. Keith Andrews set to 'Bee' first Premier League Irish boss since Chris Hughton. Sean Grehan heads up north to Doncaster. Chelsea bake in the Pennsylvania sun. Boca Juniors suffer Club World Cup embarrassment. Michail Antonio steps up his comeback. Paul Pogba back in the game. And who will be Jimmy Dunne's new manager at QPR? Become a member and ...

Jun 25, 202515 minSeason 25Ep. 620

BUMPER LOI FOOTBALL DAILY | Boh's treble derby delight, Shels begin life after Duff, Kenny under the cosh, Cork protests and Sligo win a fiery derby

On Tuesday's Football Daily, Phil Egan brings you all the fallout from a huge night of League of Ireland action in both the men's Premier and First Divisions. Alan Reynolds delights at a third win over eternal rivals Shamrock Rovers. Stephen Bradley fumes over his side's non-appearance in a frenetic Dublin derby. Joey O'Brien begins life as Shelbourne interim boss with a draw. O'Brien says that it has been a whirlwind 24 hours since the Duff departure. Shels skipper Mark Coyle pays tribute to bo...

Jun 24, 202531 minSeason 25Ep. 619

KEITH LONG | ‘It’s a cruel business, football…’ | OFF THE BALL BREAKFAST

Former League of Ireland manager Keith Long joins Ger & Colm in studio for his first sit-down interview since departing Waterford earlier on this year. Off The Ball Breakfast w/ UPMC Ireland | #GetBackInAction Catch The Off The Ball Breakfast show LIVE weekday mornings from 7:30am or just search for Off The Ball 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...

Jun 24, 202542 minSeason 25Ep. 618
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