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Ireland reflections, Molde-Shamrock Rovers and Liverpool uncertainty from 2023-12-12T17:51:47.240307

Former Dundalk goalkeeper Gary Rogers and David Sneyd join Raf Diallo to preview Molde vs Shamrock Rovers, review the LOI action and talk Liverpool, Arsenal and Roy Keane's take on Ronaldo. Plus t...

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Champions League reaction, FAI Women's Cup final and LOI review from 2023-12-12T17:51:47.209513

Conan Byrne, Paul Corry and journalist Jonathan Higgins join Raf Diallo to preview the FAI Women's Cup final, react to the end of the WNL season which saw Shelbourne retain the title, review a deci...

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FAI Cup final preview, Shels do the double, Champions League draw from 2023-12-12T17:51:47.205142

Former Ireland midfielder Keith Treacy and journalist David Sneyd join Raf Diallo and Anthony Pyne to discuss Shelbourne's FAI Women's Cup final win, preview the FAI Cup decider between Shels and D...

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Shay Given on Belgian exit as Japan clean up and Germany head home from 2023-12-12T17:51:47.180468

Shay Given joins Mikey Stafford and Rob Wright for another mind-bending bout of double-screening as Japan's win over Spain eliminated Germany, despite their win over Costa Rica.

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Ray Houghton on Brazil, Portugal weaknesses and last-16 lift-off from 2023-12-12T17:51:47.173373

Ireland legend Ray Houghton joins Raf Diallo and Ed Leahy from Doha to watch Brazil vs Cameroon and Switzerland vs Serbia live, as well as reacting to Group H which saw South Korea qualify alongsid...

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Millennial Messi's Dutch date as England and France enter KOs fray from 2023-12-12T17:51:47.168724

Alan Cawley joins Raf Diallo and Anthony Pyne to watch the latter stages of Argentina's 2-1 win over Australia, as well as reviewing Netherlands' last-16 win against USA and previewing England and ...

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Mbappe and England on collision course from 2023-12-12T17:51:47.164663

Former Ireland international Keith Treacy joins Raf Diallo and Ed Leahy to watch England's last-16 win over Senegal and review their quarter-final opponents France's victory over Poland with Kylian...

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RTÉ Soccer World Cup Podcast: Korea get samba'd but what is Neymar, plus significance of Morocco win from 2023-12-12T17:51:47.159482

John Brewin joins Mikey Stafford and Conor Neville minutes after Brazil were finished dancing on the dreams of South Korea to set up a quarter-final against Croatia, who needed a shootout to see of...

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Portugal winners without Ronaldo on Bono's beautiful day for Morocco from 2023-12-12T17:51:47.152303

Paul Corry joins Raf Diallo and Peter Branigan to watch Portugal's 6-1 win over Switzerland which saw Cristiano Ronaldo dropped from the starting line-up, and to review Morocco's penalty shootout t...

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World Cup Podcast: Ronnie Whelan's quarter-final preview from 2023-12-12T17:51:47.142881

Ireland and Liverpool legend Ronnie Whelan joins Raf Diallo and Anthony Pyne to preview the World Cup 2022 quarter-final matches including England vs France and Netherlands vs Argentina.

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Argentina progress angrily as Brazil exit mournfully from 2023-12-12T17:51:47.138663

Mikey Stafford and Conor Neville endeavour to recall everything that happened in a spiteful, entertaining quarter-final between Argentina and the Netherlands, before trying to remember who even pla...

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Evan Ferguson, LOI thrillers and Liverpool's 7th Heaven from 2023-12-12T17:51:47.085587

Keith Long and Johnny McDonnell join Raf Diallo and Anthony Pyne to review the latest SSE Airtricity League action, discuss Evan Ferguson as the France game looms this month and react to Liverpool'...

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Duff rips into refereeing standards, and the Dublin derby preview from 2023-12-12T17:51:47.073137

David McMillan and Graham Gartland join Raf Diallo to review the weekend's League of Ireland action including Damien Duff's comments about refereeing standards. Bohs vs Shamrock Rovers is previewed...

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Tim Clancy exits Pats, Ferguson's future and Ireland injury worries from 2023-12-12T17:51:47.064706

Graham Gartland and journalist David Sneyd join Raf Diallo to react to Tim Clancy's parting of ways with St Patrick's Athletic, the latest SSE Airtricity League action, Evan Ferguson's long-term Br...

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Champions League preview, refereeing controversies and a Nations League draw from 2023-12-12T17:51:47.060025

Johnny McDonnell and Paul Corry join Raf Diallo and Anthony Pyne to review the latest SSE Airtricity League action. They also look ahead to the Champions League semi-final between Real Madrid and M...

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Ireland squad analysis, Kelleher post-Liverpool, Champions League final and LOI from 2023-12-12T17:51:47.048763

Keith Treacy and Conan Byrne join Raf Diallo and Conor Neville to discuss the Ireland squad picked for Greece and Gibraltar and Caoimhin Kelleher's expected exit from Liverpool this summer. They a...

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Sue Ronan's World Cup squad verdict, Irish transfers and Shels' new owner from 2023-12-12T17:51:47.039107

Former Republic of Ireland manager Sue Ronan joins Raf Diallo to analyse Vera Pauw's World Cup squad selection, while Conan Byrne and David McMillan review the latest LOI action and news as well as...

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Derry carry Euro hopes, Pauw and McCabe's flashpoint, and Irish transfer news from 2023-12-12T17:51:46.974665

Ex-St Pat's midfielder Conan Byrne and former Republic of Ireland international Keith Treacy join Raf Diallo to discuss the Girls in Green's World Cup exit and the public disagreement between Katie...

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Rianna Jarrett on Vera Pauw, Katie McCabe and building on Ireland's breakthrough from 2023-12-12T17:51:46.971541

Republic of Ireland international Rianna Jarrett reflects on the end of the Girls in Green's FIFA World Cup, the fallout from the public disagreement between manager Vera Pauw and captain Katie McC...

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McClean's Wrexham casting, Premier League returns and Derry City's Kazakhstan trip from 2023-12-12T17:51:46.968035

Ex-Ireland international Keith Treacy and former St Pat's manager Johnny McDonnell join Raf Diallo to talk about the latest from the Women's World Cup and League of Ireland as well as James McClean...

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Megan Campbell's quarter-finals preview, what to expect and USA in transition from 2023-12-12T17:51:46.964074

Republic of Ireland international Megan Campbell joins Raf Diallo to review the FIFA Women's World Cup last-16 outcomes and look ahead to the quarter-finals with all matches live on RTÉ.

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Evan Ferguson's hat-trick, Ireland v France and Vera Pauw fallout from 2023-12-12T17:51:46.948845

Raf Diallo is joined by ex-Ireland women's manager Sue Ronan, former midfielder Paul Corry and the42.ie's David Sneyd to discuss the FAI's decision to part ways with Vera Pauw and the interview wit...

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Netherlands team analysis, Dutch view on Ireland, McAteer 'shivers' and Parrott's Excelsior from 2023-12-12T17:51:46.945155

Journalist Bart Vlietstra joins Raf Diallo to give an insight into Ronald Koeman's Netherlands team and where Dutch football is at. He also discusses the Dutch view on Irish football, what Troy Par...

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FAI Cup semis, Moran&Parrott impress, Man United issues and VARcical decisions? | RTÉSoccer Podcast from 2023-12-12T17:51:46.897434

Keith Treacy and Paul Corry join Raf Diallo and James McMahon to review the weekend's LOI action and look ahead to the FAI Cup semis. They also talk Andrew Moran, Troy Parrott, Sam Szmodics, a goo...

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Szmodics' late call, Ireland squad review, FAI Cup semis and Arsenal's big win from 2023-12-12T17:51:46.890908

Former Ireland international Keith Treacy and journalist David Sneyd join Raf Diallo to talk about the Ireland squad to face Greece and Gibraltar including Sammie Szmodics' late call-up during reco...

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Shamrock Rovers turbulence | Duffer's comments | FAI Cup final preview from 2023-12-12T17:51:46.881907

Anthony Pyne is joined by Stuey Byrne and Paul Corry to review the final round of Airtricity League Men's Premier Division games and look ahead to the FAI Cup final.

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Saudi conundrum looms for FIFA and the World Cup as Qatar reform 'momentum lost' from 2023-12-12T17:51:46.872812

Amnesty International's head of economic and social justice Stephen Cockburn joins RTÉ Sport Raf Diallo again to discuss the issues that continue to persist in Qatar since the World Cup and concern...

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Ireland manager candidates, WNT vacancy status and Alex Murphy's Newcastle debut from 2023-11-28T17:23

Paul Corry and the42.ie journalist David Sneyd join Raf Diallo to discuss the candidates linked with the Ireland men's job including Neil Lennon, Lee Carlsey, Roy Keane and Gus Poyet. They also dis...

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Kenny era conclusions, Moran dilemma debate and Athlone attain glory from 2023-11-20T15:31

Former Ireland international Keith Treacy and journalist David Sneyd join Raf Diallo to discuss the aftermath of the latest defeat to the Netherlands, the debate over Andrew Moran's elevation from ...

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St Pat's FAI Cup joy, frantic play-off decider and final furlong for Kenny's Ireland? from 2023-11-13T15:36

Graham Gartland and Johnny McDonnell join Raf Diallo to analyse St Patrick's Athletic's FAI Cup final win over Bohemians, discuss the upcoming window for Stephen Kenny's Ireland, react to Waterford...

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Four-in-a-Rovers' future | Ireland WNT | Drogheda takeover | Darron Gibson from 2023-10-31T15:48

Raf Diallo is joined by Graham Gartland, David Sneyd, Barry Landy and RTÉ Sport online's Anthony Pyne. Graham reviews Shamrock Rovers' title win and the latest LOI action, while David discusses his...

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A new McAteer, COYGIG preview, LOI run-in and Man United focus from 2023-10-24T14:19

Keith Treacy joins Raf Diallo and Conor Neville to discuss Leicester winger Kasey McAteer who is expected to commit to Ireland, the upcoming games against Albania for the Irish WNT, the LOI run-in ...

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Ireland's October limbo, tactical 'disconnect' and Peamount prove a point from 2023-10-17T14:33

Paul Corry, David McMillan and journalist Jonathan Higgins join Raf Diallo and Conor Neville to reflect on Ireland's performances against Greece and Gibraltar and to discuss Peamount United's title...

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First look at a new era, Irish forwards in form and Galway go up from 2023-09-25T15:02

Raf Diallo is joined by RTÉ Sport online's Anthony Pyne and journalist Jonathan Higgins to discuss the Republic of Ireland's winning start to the Women's Nations League, a topsy-turvy LOI Friday, G...

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FAI decisions, Cup quarters, Hoops keep control and Champions League returns from 2023-09-18T14:42

Keith Treacy and Graham Gartland join Raf Diallo to discuss the FAI press conference which addressed both the Vera Pauw and Stephen Kenny situations. They also talk about the FAI Cup quarter-final...

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Tipping point for Ireland? Kenny reaction, U21s and LOI preview from 2023-09-11T15:11

Ex-Ireland international Keith Treacy and David Sneyd join Raf Diallo to react to the Euro qualifier defeats to France and the Netherlands. They also discuss what may be on the horizon for Stephen...

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D-day for Pauw and Rovers looking over their shoulders from 2023-08-29T12:46

This week, Anthony Pyne is joined by Graham Gartland and Johnny McDonnell to discuss Vera Pauw's future, the title race and relegation battle in the League of Ireland Premier Division and the upcom...

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Spain's World Cup sealed with a kiss from 2023-08-21T14:13

Megan Campbell and Anthony Pyne join Mikey Stafford to reflect on Spain's impressive World Cup final triumph over England on Sunday morning. As is now standard for a FIFA event, there was a risk t...

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Young Irish players on the move as Storm Betty rages at home from 2023-08-21T11:08

Conan Byrne and Paul Corry join Anthony Pyne to look back on the biggest stories in Irish football this week.

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Wiegman-inspired England v self-motivated Spain for the World Cup from 2023-08-18T12:58

Ahead of the FIFA Women's World Cup final between Spain and England (live on RTÉ2 and RTÉ Player from 10am Sunday), Mikey Stafford is joined by Anthony Pyne and Megan Campbell to preview the Sydney...

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World Cup semi-finals preview | Spain vs Sweden | England vs Australia from 2023-08-14T15:54

Republic of Ireland international Megan Campbell joins Raf Diallo to preview the FIFA Women's World Cup semi-finals which see Spain go head-to-head with Sweden and co-hosts Australia up against Eur...

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Ferguson off to a flyer, Derry take Tobol to Tallaght and (un)friendly fixtures? from 2023-08-14T14:01

Graham Gartland and David McMillan join Raf Diallo to look ahead to Derry City's second leg against FC Tobol and to discuss the latest LOI stories. They also talk Evan Ferguson, Will Smallbone, Tr...

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Pauw and McCabe's difference of opinion and what's next for Ireland? from 2023-07-31T17:50

RTÉ Sport online's Anthony Pyne joins Raf Diallo to review the Republic of Ireland's final World Cup group game against Nigeria and to discuss the post-match reaction including Vera Pauw's press co...

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Present dominated by Vera Pauw's future from 2023-07-30T09:48

Anthony Pyne and Emma Duffy of the42.ie join Mikey Stafford to preview Ireland's final Group B clash with Nigeria. However the build-up to this game in Brisbane has been hijacked somewhat by talk ...

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What will be this Irish team's legacy? | George Hamilton and Samantha Libreri from 2023-07-28T11:45

Ireland will exit the FIFA Women's World Cup after their final Group B match against Nigeria, but already the impact of this tournament is being felt. George Hamilton - who has witnessed each of I...

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Ireland back to Brisbane but buoyant Nigeria await from 2023-07-27T17:35

Republic of Ireland international Rianna Jarrett and RTÉ Sport online's Anthony Pyne reflect on the Irish performance against Canada as hopes of reaching the last-16 ended, while also reacting to f...

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Ireland's KO hopes ended, more specialists needed and Vera Pauw's reaction from 2023-07-26T19:26

Former Republic of Ireland international Marie Curtin and RTÉ Sport online's Anthony Pyne join Raf Diallo to analyse the Girls in Green's 2-1 defeat to Canada which has ended any hopes of reaching ...

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Press pack tackles physicality narrative | Latest on Louise Quinn from 2023-07-25T12:49

Mikey Stafford is joined by Anthony Pyne in Perth to preview Ireland's Group B match against Olympic champions Canada. We get the latest on Louise Quinn's race to be fit, as well as the weather fo...

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Doherty back in the Wolves lair, LOI in Europe and Hoops' blip | RTÉ Soccer Podcast from 2023-07-24T16:54

Keith Treacy and journalist David Sneyd join Raf Diallo to talk about the League of Ireland sides in Europe, the first round of FAI Cup action, Ireland at the Women's World Cup and Matt Doherty's r...

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Postcard from Perth, Ireland update and leading the line for Pauw from 2023-07-24T12:38

Ireland international Rianna Jarrett and RTÉ Sport online's Anthony Pyne join Raf Diallo from Perth as the Girls in Green's crucial clash with Canada closes in. We also hear from Sinead Farrelly a...

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Destination Perth, fearless Larkin and Campbell's Canada insight from 2023-07-23T14:48

Ireland international Megan Campbell and RTÉ Sport's Paul O'Flynn in Perth join Raf Diallo to discuss the latest news from the Girls in Green camp as they arrive in western Australia, Abbie Larkin'...

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McCabe tenacity irks Oz outlet and Larkin to start Canada game? from 2023-07-22T12:39

Former Shelbourne and Raheny player Rebecca Creagh and RTÉ Sport online's Anthony Pyne join Raf Diallo to discuss how some Australian media outlets have not taken kindly to Katie McCabe's tenacious...

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Ireland's Plan B and their group rivals' suitable stalemate from 2023-07-21T11:24

RTÉ Sport online's Anthony Pyne joins Raf Diallo to discuss Ireland's need for a Plan B after the opening group defeat to Australia, while Canada and Nigeria's 0-0 draw keeps hopes very much alive ...

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Heartbreak in Sydney | Louise Quinn and Abbie Larkin interviews | RTÉ Women's World Cup Podcast from 2023-07-20T16:27

Ireland's gameplan went so close to achieving an historic result for the Girls in Green, but one mistake proved for Vera Pauw's team. Former Ireland international Marie Curtin and Anthony Pyne joi...

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Moment of truth for Girls in Green from 2023-07-19T13:55

Anthony Pyne and Emma Duffy of the42.ie join Mikey Stafford to preview Ireland's historic World Cup bow against co-hosts Australia.

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World Cup contenders overview, Denise O'Sullivan update and that Twitter Thread from 2023-07-18T14:11

Conan Byrne and RTÉ Sport online's Anthony Pyne join Raf Diallo to talk about the leading contenders for the World Cup and the latest news regarding Denise O'Sullivan's fitness ahead of Ireland's o...

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LOI's Euro quartet need wins and potential FAI Cup upsets from 2023-07-17T15:43

Keith Treacy and Conan Byrne join Raf Diallo to discuss the League of Ireland sides in European action as well as reviewing the recent Premier Division games, the upcoming FAI Cup first round fixtu...

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The Denise O'Sullivan scare and the fallout from the Colombia match | RTÉ Women's World Cup Podcast from 2023-07-17T12:55

Ireland international Megan Campbell and RTÉ Sport's Anthony Pyne join Raf Diallo to discuss the fallout from the warm-up match against Colombia and the injury scare suffered by midfielder Denise O...

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Battling jetlag, breaking into Pauw's XI and Lucy Quinn interview from 2023-07-13T15:20

As the Republic of Ireland team settle into their World Cup base in Brisbane, Mikey Stafford and Conor Neville check in with Anthony Pyne as he acclimatises after a long flight. Anthony fills us i...

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Katie McCabe interview, LOI Euro ties and Lee Carsley from 2023-07-10T14:40

Ireland captain Katie McCabe chats to Tony O'Donoghue ahead of the World Cup adventure and Lily Agg speaks to Adrian Eames. Raf Diallo is joined by Keith Treacy and Johnny McDonnell to preview the...

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Pauw's dilemmas, LOI reaction and Hoops U15s beat Ajax from 2023-06-27T16:57

Anthony Pyne joins Raf Diallo to discuss Vera Pauw's impending Ireland squad selection for the World Cup. Graham Gartland and Paul Corry review the latest League of Ireland action as well as talki...

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'Low ebb' for Kenny's Ireland, Pauw's Tigers rev up World Cup prep from 2023-06-20T16:50

Stephen Elliott and Alan Cawley join Raf Diallo to discuss Ireland's performances against Greece and Gibraltar in-depth and react to the European draws for LOI clubs and Liam Brady's farewell. RTÉ ...

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Ireland's 'six-pointer' and Greece expert's insight from 2023-06-12T17:26

Keith Treacy and David Sneyd join Raf Diallo to discuss Ireland's upcoming qualifiers against Greece and Gibraltar, while Vasilis Sambrakos offers an in-depth insight on Greece. Plus, Man City's t...

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Ireland's building blocks, LOI ups and downs and the FA Cup final from 2023-05-29T14:46

David McMillan and Paul Corry join Raf Diallo and Ed Leahy to talk about building on the Ireland U17s success, while the men's and women's senior teams prepare for a busy June. There's also a revi...

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Evan Ferguson's KPIs, Ireland's U17s journey and LOI shake-up from 2023-05-22T15:00

Graham Gartland and Johnny McDonnell join Raf Diallo to discuss the Ireland U17s' Euro performances, the pathway and pitfalls for young players, the pros and cons of ex-internationals returning to ...

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Ireland U17s, Lyons and Ebosele's senior credentials and LOI review from 2023-05-15T14:50

Former Ireland midfielder Keith Treacy and journalist David Sneyd join Raf Diallo and Ed Leahy to discuss Irish U17 international football, Andy Lyons and Festy Ebosele's credentials for a senior c...

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The Jack Byrne situation, LOI review and Man City v Arsenal from 2023-04-24T13:30

Paul Corry and David McMillan join Raf Diallo and Anthony Pyne to review the weekend's SSE Airtricity League action, discuss Charlotte FC's rejected bids for Shamrock Rovers' Jack Byrne and to look...

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The Irish players doing it for themselves, pitch problems and Molumby's growth from 2023-04-17T15:32

Ex-Dundalk manager Vinny Perth and journalist David Sneyd join Raf Diallo to discuss the clutch of players who are honing their games via Incision Football, review the weekend's LOI including pitch...

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LOI reaction, Champions League QFs and Ireland in the USA from 2023-04-11T14:47

Conan Byrne and Paul Corry join Raf Diallo and James McMahon to review a busy weekend of SSE Airtricity League action and Ireland's first friendly against the USWNT in Austin as well as looking ahe...

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MLS' in-form Irishman Jon Gallagher on Austin FC life, globe-trotting youth and Ireland dreams from 2023-03-31T16:43

Dundalk-born wing-back Jon Gallagher has been in goalscoring form for MLS side Austin FC this season and chats to Raf Diallo about his globe-trotting youth, road to pro soccer in the MLS, loan spel...

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Ireland's No 6 concern, lessons from France and LOI preview from 2023-03-28T14:35

Keith Treacy and Vinny Perth join Raf Diallo and Anthony Pyne to analyse Ireland's 1-0 defeat to France including tactical takeaways and pros and cons, as well as previewing the weekend's LOI Premi...

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Philippe Auclair's France insight, Elliott and Gartland talk Ireland and LOI from 2023-03-20T14:23

French football journalist Philippe Auclair joins Raf Diallo to offer an insight on Ireland's upcoming opponents, ex-Ireland striker Stephen Elliott previews the international window and LOI winner...

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Ireland squad debate, LOI review and Man City, Arsenal talk from 2023-03-13T13:22

Keith Treacy and Ollie Cahill join Raf Diallo to discuss the potential Ireland squad Stephen Kenny will name for Latvia and France, as well as reviewing the latest LOI action and previewing Manches...

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Dundalk, LOI week 2, Man United silverware and John O'Shea from 2023-02-27T15:01

Vinny Perth and Paul Corry join Raf Diallo and Conor Neville this week. Up for discussion is the second round of SSE Airtricity League action, investment talk at Dundalk, the upcoming Women's Premi...

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LOI openers, Liverpool, Marbella Mission and Evan evolution from 2023-02-20T14:01

Graham Gartland and journalist David Sneyd join Raf Diallo and Anthony Pyne to review the opening round of SSE Airtricity League Premier Division and First Division action. They also discuss the I...

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LOI is back! 2023 SSE Airtricity League Preview from 2023-02-13T13:43

Conan Byrne and Neal Horgan join Raf Diallo to preview the 2023 SSE Airtricity League Premier Division club by club as well as looking ahead to the lay of the land in the First Division.

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Argentina winners, Messi the GOAT? Keith Treacy's XI of the Tournament from 2022-12-18T21:16

Former Ireland international Keith Treacy joins Raf Diallo and Peter Branigan to react to the 2022 World Cup final which saw Argentina beat France on penalties after one of the most dramatic finals...

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The Argentina v France World Cup final preview from 2022-12-16T17:15

John Brewin joins Raf Diallo and Ed Leahy to preview the 2022 World Cup final between a Messi led Argentina and holders France. They also discuss Saturday's third-place play-off between Croatia an...

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Economical France end Morocco's Cinderella story to set up dream final from 2022-12-14T22:21

Paul Corry joins Mikey Stafford and Peter Branigan to look back on France's 2-0 semi-final win over Morocco, as the holders ended the North African Cinderella story.

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Ray Houghton on Messi magic, Argentina's advance and France v Morocco from 2022-12-13T22:12

Ireland legend Ray Houghton joins Raf Diallo and Mikey Stafford to react to Argentina's 3-0 semi-final win over Croatia with Messi magic to the fore. He also previews France v Morocco and talks pen...

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Kevin Doyle's World Cup semi-final preview from 2022-12-12T15:33

Former Ireland striker Kevin Doyle joins Raf Diallo and Ed Leahy to preview the 2022 World Cup semi-finals which pit Argentina against Croatia and France versus Morocco. He also talks about what he...

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Harry Kane overthinks second penalty as Morocco make football history from 2022-12-10T22:17

Keith Treacy joins Mikey Stafford and Rob Wright to discuss another painful penalty-related exit for England as France march on to the semi-final to meet surprise packages Morocco, who beat Portuga...

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Argentina come to life as the 32-team format proves its worth from 2022-11-30T21:50

Michael Foley of The Sunday Times joins Mikey Stafford and Anthony Pyne to watch the frantic finale to Group C as Argentina finally hit form and Poland had Saudi Arabia to thank for keeping Mexico ...

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England's Three Lions set for the Teranga and Argentina's last dance? from 2022-11-29T21:35

Paul Corry joins Raf Diallo and Mikey Stafford to watch the second half of England v Wales and USA v Iran as well as reviewing Netherlands and Senegal's progress to the last-16 and previewing the c...

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England-Wales showdown, two thrillers, Brazil and Portugal wins from 2022-11-28T21:44

RTÉ co-commentator and former LOI midfielder Alan Cawley joins Raf Diallo and Ed Leahy to watch the latter stages of Portugal-Uruguay live, review the day's action including early thrillers in Grou...

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Belgian waffle and Group E wide open from 2022-11-27T21:49

Former Republic of Ireland international Keith Treacy joins Peter Branigan and Conor Neville to discuss Day 8 of the FIFA World Cup

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Lionel Messi and Kylian Mbappe doing Goaty things from 2022-11-26T21:44

Darragh Maloney dials in from Doha to tell Mikey Stafford and James McMahon all about bearing witness to the Kylian Mbappe show at Stadium 974. Lionel Messi dragged an uninspired Argentina through...

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Argentina's must-win, Wales struggle and USA blunt England from 2022-11-25T22:49

Former UCD, Sheffield Wednesday and Shamrock Rovers midfielder Paul Corry joins Raf Diallo and Conor Neville to watch the second half of England vs USA live, while reviewing Friday's Group A and B ...

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Ronaldo on the spot(light) and England expects from 2022-11-24T23:27

Keith Treacy joins Raf Diallo and Niall McCoy to react to Thursday's World Cup action in Group G and H including Cristiano Ronaldo's controversial penalty against Ghana and Brazil's 2-0 win over Se...

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Scintillating Spain, Germany shocked, Group G and H preview from 2022-11-23T22:39

Raf Diallo and James McMahon review Wednesday's 2022 World Cup action which saw Japan stun Germany, Spain thrash Costa Rica and Belgium escape with a narrow win over Canada. Plus they look ahead to...

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Plucky Saudis celebrate while Ronaldo is free from 2022-11-22T21:33

Ed Leahy and Paul Corry join Mikey Stafford to look back on Day 3 of the World Cup as the Saudis struck a blow for the little guy and Cristiano Ronaldo was freed from his Old Trafford prison. Arge...

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England win easily but Iran make huge statement from 2022-11-21T21:29

Mikey Stafford is joined by John Brewin and Conor Neville to look back on an eventful second day of the 2022 World Cup and look ahead to Day 3. John reflects on England's silencing of the doubters...

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Ecuador spoil the party as politics plays starring role again on Day 2 from 2022-11-20T19:50

Mikey Stafford is joined by Peter Branigan and Darragh Maloney, live from Doha. Darragh gives his initial impressions of Qatar, including a surprising omission from his hotel. We discuss Ecuador's...

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Derry delight, Tim Vickery on Brazil and Argentina from 2022-11-14T13:44

South American football expert Tim Vickery joins Raf Diallo to preview Brazil, Argentina, Ecuador and Uruguay ahead of World Cup 2022, while Ollie Cahill and Graham Gartland react to the FAI Cup fi...

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'Nothing to fear' for Ireland, LOI and WNL title talk, Liverpool issues from 2022-10-24T17:58

Lisa Fallon, Paul Corry and journalist Jonathan Higgins join Raf Diallo and James McMahon this week. Lisa assesses Ireland's group in the 2023 Women's World Cup in Australia, while Paul and Jonatha...

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'Abuses persist' | Amnesty International urge FIFA to compensate migrant workers ahead of Qatar 2022 from 2022-10-22T15:27

Amnesty International's head of economic and social justice Stephen Cockburn speaks to RTÉ Sport's Raf Diallo about the situation for migrant workers in Qatar ahead of the 2022 FIFA World Cup and t...

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Paul Corry and Keith Treacy on'Little old Shels'&Derry's fight on two fronts from 2022-10-17T11:59

Anthony Pyne is joined by Keith Treacy and Paul Corry to look back on the FAI Cup semi-finals, as Damien Duff's 'Little old Shels' overcame Waterford FC to set up an Aviva showdown with Derry City,...

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Ireland's Hampden mission, Euro 2024 draw and late, late LOI goals from 2022-10-10T16:23

Anthony Pyne sets the scene ahead of Ireland's World Cup play-off against Scotland in Glasgow. Graham Gartland and Paul Corry join Raf Diallo to discuss a tough Euro 2024 qualifying draw, Shamrock...

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Ireland 'sleepwalking' into Euro 2024 draw, U21 heartbreak from 2022-09-28T16:30

Former Ireland midfielder Keith Treacy and ex-St Pat's and Shelbourne manager Johnny McDonnell join Raf Diallo and Conor Neville to discuss the Nations League campaign after the narrow win over Arm...

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Nathan Collins, Obafemi, U21s v Israel and FAI Cup thrills from 2022-09-19T15:00

Ex-Dundalk goalkeeper Gary Rogers and journalist David Sneyd join Raf Diallo to discuss the Ireland squad for the Nations League games, plus a focus on Nathan Collins, Robbie Brady and Michael Obaf...

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Gent v Shamrock Rovers, LOI review and Liverpool from 2022-09-12T14:57

Graham Gartland and Ollie Cahill join Raf Diallo and Ed Leahy to discuss Shamrock Rovers' Europa Conference League campaign and look ahead to the second group game against Gent. The SSE Airtricity ...

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Sizing up the Slovaks from 2022-04-13T00:21:46.957215

Host Adrian Eames is joined by Paul Corry, Stephen Elliot and James O’Toole to preview the Euro 2021 semi-final play-off with Slovakia, journalist Lukas Vráblik gives an insight into the opposition...

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Athlone cup magic, third time lucky for Drogheda from 2022-04-13T00:21:46.896707

Athlone Town manager Adrian Carberry talks to the lads about their great FAI Cup and Tim Clancy talks third time lucky for him and Drogheda United as First Division champs. Vinny Perth opens up on...

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RTE Soccer Podcast: Dundalk win the battle ahead of a new war from 2022-04-13T00:21:46.875589

Adrian Eames, James O'Toole, Paul Corry, Lisa Fallon and Graham Cummins look back on the men's FAI Cup final as Dundalk prevented a Shamrock Rovers double. There is a full review of the final, a di...

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Depth Chat | Padraig Amond on FA Cup goals, Newport life and emerging from Carlow from 2022-04-13T00:21:46.867591

Irish striker Padraig Amond talks to RTÉ Sport about his impressive goal streak in the FA Cup, life at Newport County, the benefits of having played in Portugal and developing as a footballer from ...

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Keely’s Dundalk reservations from 2022-04-13T00:21:46.845772

Treaty United manager Tommy Barrett is looking for clarity from the FAI following the release of the First Division fixtures while Dermot Keely, who is enjoying life in Lanzarote, is not very optim...

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The history of Soccer Republic from 2022-04-13T00:21:46.786810

With the news that Soccer Republic won't be returning to televisionscreens this year, we look back on over a decade of the highlights progamme for Irish football.  Adrian Eames and James O'Toole ar...

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RTÉ Soccer podcast: Dundalk difficulty and Sligo surge from 2022-04-13T00:21:46.763267

A review the weekend's League of Ireland and WNL results and insights from guests Vinny Perth, Karl Sheppard and Finn Harps board member Paul McLoone.

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Harps hero Foley reflects on derby joy from 2022-04-13T00:21:46.693963

Adrian Eames and James O'Toole chat to Pat Fenlon and Adam Foley. Kara Kelly gets the views of Saoirse Noonan on the Republic of Ireland's World Cup draw, while the panel pays tribute to the late A...

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RTÉ Soccer podcast: Irish positives after Hungary draw from 2022-04-13T00:21:46.673045

The panel discuss the positives from the Republic of Ireland's performance against Hungary and hear from manager Stephen Kenny and Adam Idah.

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Euro 2020 latest, LOI sides set for European adventure from 2022-04-13T00:21:46.591712

On this week's podcast the panel discuss the upcoming semi-finals in the Euro's and England chances of glory, look ahead to a European focus for some League of Ireland clubs and Shelbourne's Women'...

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Euro 2020 Podcast: Liam Brady looks ahead to an intriguing final with divided loyalties from 2022-04-13T00:21:46.588722

Liam Brady joins Mikey Stafford to reflect on a dramatic night in Wembley. Brady, who spent the bulk of his career in England and Italy, tries to unpick who he wants to win while looking ahead to a...

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Scouting the LOI sides' European opponents from 2022-04-13T00:21:46.573017

On this week's RTÉ Soccer Podcast with Adrian Eames, James O'Toole scouts Shamrock Rovers, Bohemians and Dundalk's UEFA Europa Conference League opponents. Gary Rogers and Graham Gartland also giv...

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Messi drama, Scales'future&Irish clubs in Europe from 2022-04-13T00:21:46.570095

James O'Toole is joined by Gavin Hamilton and Guy Swindells to discuss Lionel Messi's press conference, while Johnny McDonnell analyses the latest domestic action.

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RTÉ Soccer Podcast: Pressure grows on Stephen Kenny and Ireland from 2022-04-13T00:21:46.561698

Adrian Eames is joined by Stephen Elliott and Gary Rogers to discuss Ireland's recent World Cup qualifying games with Portugal and Azerbaijan and they look ahead to the clash with Serbia.

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RTÉ Soccer Podcast: Ireland preview and Caulfield's U21 'guinea pigs' comments from 2022-04-13T00:21:46.482361

Adrian Eames and James O'Toole are joined by Gary Rogers to talk about John Caulfield's 'guinea pigs' remark about U21 call-ups for the Montenegro game, while Ireland's upcoming qualifiers are prev...

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RTÉ Soccer Podcast: Rovers' title triumph and race for Europe/promotion from 2022-04-13T00:21:46.384539

Neil Farrugia joins James, Paul, and Pat to discuss Shamrock Rovers' league triumph, we preview the First Division play-offs and Northern Ireland manager Kenny Shiels talks Euro 2022 draw.

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Cunningham talks up the Duff effect from 2022-04-13T00:21:46.381763

On this week's episode Adrian Eames and James O'Toole are joined by Kenny Cunningham, who looks ahead to the challenge facing the Republic of Ireland as they take on Portugal, and Damien Duff's cha...

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RTÉ Soccer Podcast: Managerial merry-go-round and LOI transfers from 2022-04-13T00:21:46.373840

On this week's RTÉ Soccer Podcast James O'Toole and guests discuss the player and managerial merry-go-round, Derry City's statement of intent in the transfer market and the row between the FAI and ...

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Roberto Lopes | AFCON adventure and Shamrock Rovers | RTÉ Soccer Podcast from 2022-04-13T00:21:46.347905

Shamrock Rovers and Cape Verde defender Roberto Lopes joins Raf Diallo as he looks forward to taking part in the upcoming Africa Cup of Nations, while he also discusses life with Rovers. Conor Nevi...

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Irish youngsters' alternative pathways | Hendrick, McGrath and Caldwell on the move | RTÉ Soccer Podcast from 2022-04-13T00:21:46.277520

Journalist Michael Walker speaks to Raf Diallo about his recent article in The Athletic, 'Brexit denies Irish youngsters a clear path to English football – but they have new options'. Anthony Pyne ...

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Jack Byrne's Monday magic, Fallon's WNL tips and LOI analysis from 2022-04-13T00:21:46.256446

Lisa Fallon and Paul Corry join Raf Diallo and James McMahon to preview the new Women's National League season, react to Monday's SSE Airtricity League matches including Jack Byrne magic and a rogu...

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Pat's bounce back, Dublin derby preview, WNL and Man United misery from 2022-04-13T00:21:46.252813

Ollie Cahill and Graham Gartland join Raf Diallo and Ed Leahy to look back on the weekend's domestic action, plus a preview of the upcoming Dublin derby. We also review the WNL opening weekend and ...

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World Cup draw, Katie McCabe, LOI review and City v Liverpool |RTÉ Soccer Podcast from 2022-04-13T00:21:46.187268

Graham Gartland and Paul Corry join Raf Diallo and James McMahon to talk about the weekend's LOI, the World Cup draw and preview Man City v Liverpool. Ireland captain Katie McCabe also chats to Ra...

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Lisa Fallon&Conan Byrne on Sweden v Ireland, LOI bad blood and City-Liverpool | RTÉSoccer Podcast from 2022-04-11T12:00

Presenting from Gothenburg ahead of the Republic of Ireland's World Cup qualifier against Sweden, Anthony Pyne is joined by Lisa Fallon and Conan Byrne to look ahead to a daunting task for Vera Pau...

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Much to mull over early on in the Kenny era from 2022-04-04T13:29:21.565959

Adrian Eames and James O'Toole are joined by RTE Soccer Correspondent: Tony O'Donoghue, Paul Corry and Vinny Perth to reflect of Stephen Kenny's first two games in charge of the Republic of Ireland...

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FAI EGM reaction&Stephen Kenny's first game from 2022-03-30T12:42:15.377902

Adrian Eames and James O'Toole are joined by Kenny Cunningham, Mark Tighe and Harry Kenny to discuss Monday's FAI EGM, the weekend's FAI Cup action and Ireland v Bulgaria.

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Stephen Elliott on Parrott, Ogbene and Ireland friendlies | RTÉ Soccer Podcast from 2022-03-30T12:00

Former Ireland striker Stephen Elliott joins Raf Diallo and Anthony Pyne to review the Belgium and Lithuania games, discussing Troy Parrott, Chiedozie Ogbene and the squad depth as well as the Irel...

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Lee Desmond is California dreaming at Sacramento | RTÉ Soccer Podcast from 2022-03-27T12:00

Former St Patrick's Athletic defender Lee Desmond speaks to Raf Diallo on the RTÉ Soccer Podcast as he begins life at USL club Sacramento Republic.

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Stephen Kelly on Ireland and Obafemi, Sheppard's LOI review from 2022-03-21T12:00

Former Ireland and Spurs defender Stephen Kelly joins Raf Diallo to discuss the approach for the upcoming friendlies against Belgium and Lithuania as well as the Michael Obafemi situation. Karl She...

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Kenny's next Ireland squad, LOI and O'Gorman and Larkin chat from 2022-03-15T12:00

Ex-Dundalk goalkeeper Gary Rogers, former Cork City man Neal Horgan and journalist David Sneyd join Raf Diallo to talk the next Ireland squad and react to the two rounds of LOI action. Ireland WNT ...

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RTÉ Soccer Podcast: Rovers' title to lose? from 2022-03-15T07:14:00.137737

Is the title already Shamrock Rovers' to lose? RTÉ Soccer Podcast host Damien O'Meara is joined by James O'Toole, Conan Byrne and former Derry City legend Liam Coyle to discuss that, as well as Pea...

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RTÉ Soccer Podcast: Return to LOI action from 2022-03-07T15:01:35.329706

Host Adrian Eames and James O'Toole are joined by Johnny McDonnell and Johnny Glynn to review the resumption of the SSE Airtricity League.

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Caoimhin's cup final and eye-catching LOI results | RTÉ Soccer Podcast from 2022-02-28T12:00

In the first of two podcasts this week, Raf Diallo and James McMahon discuss Caoimhin Kelleher's key role as Liverpool won the Carabao Cup final and discuss Friday's SSE Airtricity League action in...

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Zach Elbouzedi interview, Sheppard&Rogers on LOI opening weekend | RTÉSoccer Podcast from 2022-02-21T12:00

Karl Sheppard and Gary Rogers join Raf Diallo and Ed Leahy to review the opening weekend of action in the SSE Airtricity League. AIK and ex-Ireland U21 winger Zach Elbouzedi speaks in-depth to Raf...

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The 2022 LOI season preview and predictions | RTÉ Soccer Podcast from 2022-02-16T12:00

Former league and FAI Cup winner Graham Gartland joins Raf Diallo, James O'Toole and Anthony Pyne to look ahead to the new SSE Airtricity League Premier and First Division seasons with a team by te...

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LOI is back and possibly with supporters from 2022-02-16T10:38:47.072624

Adrian Eames and James O'Toole welcome Neale Fenn of Cork City and Bray Wanderers chairman Niall O'Driscoll James has the latest of the proposed friendly between PSG v Shamrock Rovers Brendan Dowd ...

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Caldwell living Man United dream | Barry, Keane and strategic plans | RTÉ Soccer Podcast from 2022-02-10T12:00

Diane Caldwell speaks to Raf Diallo about her dream move to Manchester United and Ireland's qualifying campaign. Conor Neville discusses Anthony Barry's exit, Roy Keane not going to Sunderland, the...

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Refereeing, retirement and VAR with Alan Kelly | Abankwah to Udinese | The RTÉ Soccer Podcast from 2022-01-27T12:00

Ex-LOI referee Alan Kelly chats to Raf Diallo about his decision to retire from refereeing after 27 years, life in the MLS, his new role, the VAR process and what could be done to stamp out abuse t...

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Dawson Devoy and the January transfer window | Courtney Brosnan interview | RTÉ Soccer Podcast from 2022-01-20T12:00

Raf Diallo chats to Republic of Ireland and Everton goalkeeper Courtney Brosnan, while Mikey Stafford is joined by Conor Neville, Anthony Pyne and Jim McMahon to discuss the potential move of Dawso...

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Ireland's goalkeeper battle with Shane Supple | Eoin Doyle to Pats | RTÉ Soccer Podcast from 2022-01-13T12:00

Former Ipswich and Bohemians goalkeeper Shane Supple chats to Anthony Pyne about the Ireland goalkeeping battle between Gavin Bazunu, Caoimhin Kelleher and Mark Travers. Raf Diallo is also joined b...

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Josh Cullen on Ireland and Anderlecht | RTÉ Soccer Podcast from 2021-12-29T12:00

Republic of Ireland midfielder Josh Cullen speaks to Raf Diallo about his season with Anderlecht and his part in an upturn in form for Stephen Kenny's Boys In Green. And Raf is joined by Anthony P...

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Head Coach Eamon Zayed's American Dream in Colorado | RTÉ Soccer Podcast from 2021-12-22T12:00

This week Mikey Stafford and Anthony Pyne reflect on an intriguing opening weekend of SSE Airtricity League Premier Division fixtures, plus the potential impact Ian Morris could have at Waterford F...

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Jacqui's Christmas Sporting Selection Box from 2021-12-22T12:00

Join Jacqui Hurley as she welcomes six of Ireland's most successful sportswomen to compete in a light-hearted quiz, all about a superb 2021 for women's sport. Featuring Rachael Blackmore, Eve McCry...

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RTÉ Soccer Podcast: Return behind closed doors and Michael Robinson tribute from 2021-12-18T09:11:55.983488

Adrian Eames and James O'Toole chat with Brian Gartland and Johnny McDonnell about the working document for a closed doors return for the SSE Airtricity League. Meanwhile former Republic of Ireland...

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FAI Financial Plan and Pat Devlin's LOI blueprint from 2021-12-18T09:11:55.978796

Adrian Eames and James O'Toole are joined by RTÉ Soccer Correspondent Tony O'Donoghue, Waterford striker Graham Cummins, Cabinteely's director of football Pat Devlin and former Drogheda United PRO ...

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RTÉ Soccer Podcast: Jack Byrne on APOEL, Rovers return, Ireland and Aguero memories from 2021-12-16T12:00

Republic of Ireland midfielder Jack Byrne chats to Raf Diallo and Conor Neville about returning to Shamrock Rovers, APOEL in Cyprus, what he has made of Stephen Kenny's Ireland from afar and memori...

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The Saints go marching on to cup glory from 2021-11-29T12:00

Adrian Eames and James O'Toole are joined by Paul Corry, Graham Gartland and Johnny McDonnell to reflect on a hectic few days on the domestic front.

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Countdown to Bohs-Pat's at the Aviva from 2021-11-22T12:00

A look ahead to the FAI Cup final between Bohemians&St. Pat's. We hear from Pat's Alan Mathews, with predictions from Gary Rogers&Mark Rossiter. Wexford Youths capt Kylie Murphy on the club's cup s...

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Ireland's green shoots continue to grow from 2021-11-15T12:00

On this week's podcast James O'Toole, Graham Gartland and Johnny McDonnell cast their eye over Ireland's World Cup qualifiers against Portugal and Luxembourg. The panel reflects on the campaign and...

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Kenny's time has come - but will Robbie Keane be involved? from 2021-10-31T16:30:21.818947

We discuss Stephen Kenny's confirmation as senior Republic of Ireland manager with Tony O'Donoghue, Kenny Cunningham and Keith Tracey. We also reflect on Derry City's 2006 European campaign under K...

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First Cup final meeting for Bohs and Pat's from 2021-10-25T12:00

Gary Rogers and Graham Gartland reflect on Bohemians'&St Pat's passage to the final, Karen Duggan expects a tough day for Vera Pauw's Ireland against Finland. Darragh Burns&Alan Mathews on Pat's w...

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Crucial Dublin derby, intriguing FAI Cup semis from 2021-10-17T12:00

Karl Sheppard and Mark Rossiter preview the meeting of Shamrock Rovers and Bohemians and the FAI Cup semis. The Unite The Union Champions Cup is also discussed, both Karl and Mark are critical of t...

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Dissecting win over Azerbaijan from 2021-10-11T12:00

Pat Fenlon and Lisa Fallon join Adrian Eames and James O'Toole to look back on Ireland's win against Azerbaijan and why it's now important to build momentum.

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Liam Scales for Ireland? from 2021-09-27T12:00

Adrian Eames and James O'Toole are joined by Graham Gartland to discuss Shamrock Rovers' charge towards the title and Liam Scales' career prospects.

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Sunday Sport: League of Ireland future as the two Rovers clash from 2021-09-22T16:29:56.256215

Mike McCartney visited The Showgrounds in Sligo on Saturday to talk to fans of the Rovers' - Sligo and Shamrock - on the future of the League of Ireland and their clubs. Alan Cawley joins Jacqui Hu...

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RTÉ Soccer podcast: Cup drama, Pats-Hoops looms from 2021-09-19T12:00

Adrian Eames and James O'Toole are joined by Lee Desmond to discuss his injury plus the upcoming Pats-Shamrock Rovers top of the table clash The panel examine the Cup quarter-finals and Lisa Fallo...

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RTE Soccer Podcast: Wonder-goals and mental health from 2021-09-15T10:50:40.854299

Adrian Eames is joined by former Dunfermline Athletic, St Pat's and Bray player Gary Dempsey who speaks about the importance of mental health and wellness. We're also joined by Mick Cooke and RTÉ S...

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RTÉ Soccer Podcast: Domestic referees in the spotlight from 2021-09-13T12:00

Adrian Eames and James O'Toole are joined by Graham Gartland, Gavin Hamilton and Andy Myler. Among the topics discussed are the standards of refereeing in the League of Ireland, the return of the C...

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RTÉ Soccer Podcast: Ronaldo's United return adds spice to Portugal-Ireland clash from 2021-08-30T12:00

Adrian Eames and James O'Toole are joined by Stephen Elliott, Tom Kundert (PortuGOAL.net), Pat Fenlon and new Galway WFC CEO Ruth Fahy to discuss Ireland's World Cup qualifying triple-header, Crist...

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Hoops face two-goal deficit in quest for more European riches from 2021-08-23T12:00

Paul Corry and Karl Sheppard preview Shamrock Rovers' Europa Conference League second-leg against Flora Tallinn. We eye up possible upsets in Round 2 of the FAI Cup. After an absence of 12 years f...

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RTÉ Soccer Podcast: Assessing a mixed week in Europe from 2021-08-16T12:00

James O'Toole is joined by Graham Gartland, Gary Rogers and Andrew Cheal to assess a mixed week in Europe for Irish sides, Dundalk's future, Sligo Rovers' loss of form and the opening of the Englis...

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Dawson Devoy – Should he stay or should he go? from 2021-07-26T12:00

On this week's edition, Adrian Eames and James O'Toole are joined by Paul Corry, Graham Cummins and Glen McAuley where Dawson Devoy’s future is discussed and there are European previews. Glen McAul...

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Shamrock Rovers lift the FAI Cup after 32 years from 2021-07-23T06:39:19.365142

Adrian Eames is joined by Alan Cawley, Johnny McDonnell, James O'Toole and Ed Leahy to discuss Sunday's Cup final double header and look back at the 2019 League of Ireland season.

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Conference call again for Dundalk and Bohemians from 2021-07-19T12:00

On this week's edition, Graham Gartland and Shane Supple look ahead to Dundalk and Bohemians' next assignments in the Europa Conference League. Also an assessment of the Premier Division title race...

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RTE Soccer Podcast: Heartbreak for England, LOI in Europe week two from 2021-07-12T12:00

Stephen Elliott, Mark Rossiter and Guy Swindells join us this week. They discuss the Euro 2020 final between Italy v England and question Gareth Southgate's tactics and penalty takers. Mark looks t...

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Connolly breakthrough + crunch Euro qualifiers from 2021-07-05T11:12:13.708277

Presented by Adrian Eames with Alan Cawley, Shane Keegan, James O'Toole and Conor Neville in studio discussing Ireland's crucial qualifiers and the rise of Aaron Connolly and the U21s

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Euro 2020 Podcast: The dust settles on a memorable round of 16 and Duggan on rise of female pundits from 2021-06-30T12:00

Mikey Stafford is joined by Karen Duggan to reflect on the round of 16 at Euro 2020, which has seen the defending European champions and the World Cup holders depart. Mikey asks Karen about the ri...

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Euro 2020 latest and Shields says goodbye at Dundalk from 2021-06-28T12:00

Guy Swindells and Raphael Honigstein join Adrian Eames to look at England v Germany in Euro 2020 and the remaining last 16 ties. Karl Sheppard is also with us as Chris Shields says goodbye at Dunda...

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RTÉSoccer Podcast: Harry Kane under the spotlight&LOI latest news from 2021-06-21T12:00

Ronnie Whelan is of the opinion that England should drop striker Harry Kane for their match against the Czech Republic. We hear from Vinny Perth, who has returned to Dundalk as manager the panel g...

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Euro2020 Podcast: Hamann on Kane concerns, Germany predicament from 2021-06-17T12:00

Didi Hamann reviews Belgium and Netherlands' wins over Denmark and Austria, looks ahead to England selection issues against Scotland and discusses Germany's predicament.

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Ireland closer to Euro 2020 and Drogheda's promotion charge from 2021-06-17T08:04:59.956162

A big week for Irish football as the 1-1 with Switzerland is reviewed while the First Division gets set for a massive game. Adrian Eames welcomes former managers Johnny McDonnell and Mick Cooke to...

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Euro 2020 Podcast: Houghton on why a slow start is not a bad start from 2021-06-16T12:00

Ray Houghton reflects on the opening round of matches at Euro 2020

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RTÉ Soccer Podcast: Reflections on Eriksen from Copenhagen and LOI returns from 2021-06-14T12:00

Damien O'Meara and James O'Toole are joined by Danish journalist Troel BagerThogersen, to talk about Christian Eriksen's collapse and the events that unfolded on Saturday evening in Copenhagen. Lu...

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Kenny's Ireland seek win in Andorra and Chelsea the champions from 2021-05-31T12:00

Adrian Eames, James O'Toole, Paul Corry and Andrew Cheal look ahead to Ireland's friendly in Andorra, review the weekend's domestic LOI and WNL action, react to Chelsea's Champions League final win...

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Sligo hit summit as Hoops finally falter from 2021-05-25T12:00

Paul Corry, James O'Toole and Dominic McGuinness join Adrian Eames to reflect on Sligo Rovers going top of the league, Shamrock Rovers suffering back-to-back defeats and Dundalk plunging further in...

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Still awaiting clarity on next Dundalk manager from 2021-05-17T12:00

Adrian Eames and James O'Toole are joined by Gary Rodgers, who is very critical of the standard of refereeing this season in the LOI and is looking for more clarity on the Dundalk managerial situat...

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European and domestic review, Premier League preview | RTE Soccer Podcast from 2021-05-14T04:55:47.065250

RTÉ Sport's John Kenny is joined by Alan Cawley and Dom McGuinness for a look back on the weekend's action, European defeats for Shamrock Rovers and Dundalk and a look ahead to the start of the Pre...

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What's going on at Waterford? from 2021-05-10T12:00

Adrian Eames and James O'Toole discuss the future of Waterford FC with former player and coach David Breen, who says he's looking for clarity from the club owner Simon Power, while Wexford Youths' ...

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RTÉ Soccer Podcast: Dublin derby reaction and impressive Treaty start from 2021-04-26T12:00

Reaction to Shamrock Rovers v Bohemians and a discussion on Ruaidhrí Higgins in the hot seat at Derry City.

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Super League breakaway, Dundalk situation and WNL reaction from 2021-04-19T12:00

Ex-Dundalk team manager John Gill discusses the situation at the club, Adrian Carberry on his Athlone's great start plus European Soccer League controversy discussion with Martin Ziegler of the Lon...

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Calls for change as Dundalk crisis deepens from 2021-04-12T12:00

Paul Corry and Raffaele Cretaro are our guests this week. Paul calls for changes in management at Dundalk after their latest defeat, while former Sligo Rovers and Finn Harps man Cretaro looks ahea...

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Cork City in Focus from 2021-04-06T05:15:05.691537

Adrian Eames joins Alan Cawley and Noel Spillane for a focus into current events at Cork City and the Premier Division, while Amber Barrett offers her thoughts on the departure of Colin Bell from t...

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Ireland's Luxembourg setback and LOI and WNL review from 2021-03-29T12:00

On this week's RTÉ Soccer Podcast with Adrian Eames and James O'Toole, the panel reflect on a disastrous night for Ireland against Luxembourg, with Keith Treacy and Ray Houghton sharing their views...

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Opening weekend review and Ireland head for Serbia from 2021-03-22T12:00

This week Paul Corry, Karl Sheppard and Lisa Fallon are our guests. Adrian Eames and the panel review the opening weekend of the SSE Airtricity League, plus reaction They also look ahead to the Rep...

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Who will be champions in 2021? from 2021-03-14T12:00

Adrian Eames and James O'Toole are joined by Gary Rogers and Karl Sheppard to preview the 2021 SSE Airtricity League Premier Division campaign.

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RTÉ Soccer Podcast Episode 17 from 2021-03-06T05:44:44.874973

Adrian Eames is joined by Johnny McDonnell, Cabinteely boss Eddie Gormley, James O’Toole and George Hamilton to reflect on the weekend's domestic action, the champions league final and look ahead t...

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Declan Devine and Declan McBennett ahead of the new season from 2021-02-27T12:00

Derry City manager Declan Devine offers his thoughts of preseason preparations, Athlone boss Adrian Carberry on his side's new signing's and RTÉ Group Head of Sport Declan McBennett on RTÉ's plans ...

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Rogers on new scouting role and Caulfield's Galway prep from 2021-02-20T12:00

Gary Rogers joins Adrian Eames and James O'Toole on the RTÉ Soccer Podcast to discuss his new role as full-time Irish scout for GestiFute. John Caulfield chats about Galway United's preparations f...

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RTÉ Soccer Podcast: Mountney talks working with Kenny and marching on with Saints from 2021-02-13T12:00

Adrian Eames, James O'Toole and Paul Corry are joined by Mayo's finest, St Patrick's Athletic new signing John Mountney. John speaks about his time with Dundalk and success under now Ireland manage...

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RTÉ Soccer Podcast: Pat Fenlon on the return & James Chambers on life in Philadelphia from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Adrian Eames and James O'Toole are joined by Pat Fenlon, who discusses the difficulties of a return to play. Peamount and Ireland winger Aine O'Gorman drops in to talk about life in lockdown. Ex-Sh...

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RTÉ Soccer Podcast: Streams of revenue & can league return this year from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Adrian Eames and James O'Toole are joined by Paul Corry and Alan Cawley, with the lads giving their thoughts on whether or not the League of Ireland will resume in 2020. Rob Harnett asks if it is ...

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RTÉ Soccer podcast: 2020 Vision for LOI season from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Alan Mathews and Barry Ferguson recall Longford Town's FAI Cup victories, Tony O'Donoghue on the future of the 2020 LOI season, while the panel mark the passing of Dave Bacuzzi.

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Ronnie Whelan & John Aldridge on 'Sunday Sport' on RTE Radio One from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Liverpool legends - Ronnie Whelan and John Aldridge joined Joanne Cantwell on RTE Radio One "Sunday Sport" to discuss a possible return to action for the English Premier League, Players pay-cuts, L...

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Sunday Sport - Remembering the 1990 FAI Cup Final - Pete Mahon & Pat Devlin from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

It was one of the best attended FAI Cup Finals and a first at Lansdowne Road, the novel pairing of Non League Club St. Francis against Bray Wanderers. Opposing Managers on that day, Pete Mahon (St....

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Harry Kenny on his time at Pat's & glorious Hoops memories from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Adrian Eames is joined by former St Pat's and Bray Wanderers boss Harry Kenny, who reflects on his time at the helm in Inchicore and his playing days with the great Shamrock Rovers side of the 80s....

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Why Bohs v Shamrock Rovers TV was cancelled & week one review from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

John Kenny is joined by RTÉ Sport's group head Declan McBennett as he explains why the decision was taken to postpone television coverage of Bohemians v Shamrock Rovers at the weekend. Former Leagu...

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Euro 2020 qualifiers preview & FAI Cup scheduling from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Adrian Eames is joined by Stephen Elliott, Stuart Byrne, and Iarfhlaith Davoren to preview the Euro 2020 qualifiers and a look at Galway United and Iarfhlaith's career in the League of Ireland. Jam...

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RTÉ Soccer Episode 12 - Time for a North/South approach? from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Adrian Eames is joined by James McMahon, Rob Wright, Alan Cawley and Alan Mathews to pore over the latest goings on in the LOI, while Ray Houghton previews Liverpool's trip to Barcelona & Louise Qu...

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RTÉ Soccer Podcast Episode 11 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Adrian Eames is joined by James O'Toole, Killian Brennan and Fabio O'Brien to reflect on Friday night's action, the St Pat's/Waterford European debacle and Brennan's lengthy LOI career.

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RTÉ Soccer Podcast Episode 10 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Adrian Eames is joined by Johnny McDonnell, Longford Town boss Neale Fenn, Marie Crowe and Anthony Pyne to reflect on the weekend's domestic action, a ferociously competitive First Division and ask...

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RTÉ Soccer Podcast Episode 9 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Adrian Eames is joined in studio by Alan Cawley, John Sullivan and Conor Neville to discuss the latest in the domestic action and the the upcoming Oireachtas Committe

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RTÉ Soccer Podcast Episode 8 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

On this week's RTÉ Soccer Podcast with Adrian Eames we pay tribute to the late Pat McAuliffe; Stuey Byrne, Jim McMahon and Anthony Pyne pore over the weekend's LOI action plus an eventful week for ...

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RTÉ Soccer Podcast: Georgia on our minds from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Adrian Eames, James O'Toole and Conor Neville are joined on this week's podcast by former Republic of Ireland international and RTÉ soccer pundit Stephen Kelly to preview the Ireland's tricky home ...

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RTÉ Soccer Podcast Episode 6 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

On this week's RTÉ Soccer Podcast, John Kenny is joined by Paul Corry and James McMahon to review the latest LOI action, and to look ahead to the Republic of Ireland's date with Gibraltar, while An...

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RTE Soccer Podcast: Countdown to Corcoran from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Marie Crowe is joined by Ray Houghton, Ed Leahy and James O'Toole to spell out what happened in a big weekend and do the maths on the week's Champions League ties but all is overshadowed by Countdo...

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RTÉ Soccer Podcast Episode 4 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Adrian Eames is joined by Keith Ward, Johnny McDonnell and Anthony Pyne to discuss all things LOI, ex-Ireland defender John O'Shea chats about Big Mick, Ole and life at Reading, BBC journalist Adam...

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RTÉ Soccer Podcast Episode 3 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Adrian Eames is joined by James O'Toole and Anthony Pyne to pore over the week's LOI & First Division action with reflections from Athlone boss Terry Butler. Liam Nelis discusses the potential impa...

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RTÉ Soccer Podcast Episode 2 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

John Kenny, Anthony Pyne and Marie Crowe are joined on this week's podcast by former Liverpool player Ray Houghton who looks ahead to Reds' clash with Bayern Munich, while Paul Corry and Joey N'Do ...

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RTE Soccer Podcast from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Adrian Eames, Ed Leahy and Marie Crowe are joined on this week's podcast by former Liverpool player and RTE pundit Jim Beglin and former Bray player John Sullivan.

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Soccer Republic Extra - Episode 38 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Johnny McDonnell, Alan Cawley and James O'Toole on Dundalk doing the double and the lads pick their team of the year. Also Katrina Parrock of Wexford Youth and Finn Harps boss Ollie Horgan on their...

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Soccer Republic Extra: Episode 37 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Marie Crowe is joined by Alan Cawley to preview the two FAI Cup finals as we hear from Dundalk manager Stephen Kenny and Cork City boss John Caulfield. Wexford's Kylie Murphy and Peamount's Amber B...

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RTE Soccer Podcast: Anticipation building for new LOI season from 2021-01-30T12:00

With the fixtures for the SSE Airtricity League Premier Division due to be released on Monday Adrian Eames, James O'Toole, Johnny McDonnell and Ollie Cahill discuss the excitement and anticipation ...

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RTÉ Soccer Podcast: Lampard sacked, Longford reach for the sky from 2021-01-25T12:00

Guy Swindells joins us hours after Frank Lampard was sacked by Chelsea Adrian Eames and James O'Toole host this week's pod, with Conan Byrne also with us. Longford Town Manager Daire Doyle fills u...

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Sheppard reflects on career-ending arthritis from 2021-01-18T12:00

Karl Sheppard talks about the arthritis that has cut his career short, while Eoin Hand discusses the upheaval within the FAI.

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Two-week suspension of Irish League from 2021-01-12T12:00

Glenavon's Conan Byrne on the suspension on play in the Danske Bank Premiership due to Covid-19 and why he believes all players in the league should be tested. Dane Massey talks about his switch to...

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Brendan Clarke on PFAI role and Shels switch from 2020-12-20T12:00

Brendan Clarke chats to the lads about his new role in PFAI, the challenges of completing the 2020 season during the Covid-affected season, the mental aspect of goalkeeping and his reasons for leav...

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Gary Rogers reflects on golden career from 2020-12-14T12:00

Adrian Eames and James O'Toole are joined by Pat Fenlon and Johnny McDonnell to reflect on the season, while Gary Rogers discusses his long and successful career.

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Depth Chat: Karen Duggan on cup finals and Irish soccer's health from 2020-12-10T12:00

Peamount United's Karen Duggan speaks to Raf Diallo ahead of the Women's FAI Cup final and gives her take on the present and future for Irish soccer.

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FAI Cup final preview from 2020-11-30T12:00

Robbie Benson and Barry McNamee look ahead to next week's FAI Cup Final between Shamrock Rovers v Dundalk Also, we hear from an emotional Greg Bolger who made his first appearance for Shamrock Rove...

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Cup fever as semi-finals beckon from 2020-11-23T12:00

The FAI Cup is about to reach its climax, we hear from some of the winners and losers in the quarter-finals like Glenn Cronin, Ollie Horgan and Filippo Giovagnoli Paul Corry and Alan Matthew join A...

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Depth Chat: Cillian Sheridan's European odyssey from 2020-11-17T12:00

Former Ireland cap Cillian Sheridan chats in depth to Raf Diallo about his experiences playing for clubs in Bulgaria, Cyprus, Israel and now Poland where he plays for Wisla Plock.

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More woes for Ireland, Longford go up as Shels falter from 2020-11-16T12:00

Pat Fenlon and Paul Corry analyse the Republic of Ireland's latest defeat, while Longford Town demoting Shelbourne and moving up to the top flight is also discussed. Pat Fenlon tells why he thinks ...

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Harps survive and Sligo thrive on final night from 2020-11-10T12:00

The Great Escape! Finn Harps manager Ollie Horgan chats live to Adrian Eames and James O'Toole, plus analyst Johnny McDonnell on last night's final round of matches We also hear from Sligo Rovers b...

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RTÉ Soccer Podcast: Arsenal test for Dundalk and Shamrock Rovers' 18th from 2020-10-26T12:00

Shamrock Rovers captain Ronan Finn talk to the lads about winning his fourth league title and what an 18th crown means for the club despite the truncated season. Dundalk's Brian Gartland chats abou...

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RTÉ Soccer Podcast: Cork woes and Ukraine showdown from 2020-10-19T12:00

Graham Cummins on Cork City’s relegation worries, while the panel review the weekend’s English Premier League games. Chloe Mustaki looks ahead to Ireland's crucial Women’s European Championship qu...

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Goal woes for Ireland with lots for Kenny to ponder from 2020-10-11T12:00

Former Republic of Ireland international Stephen Elliott and Johnny McDonnell join Adrian Eames to reflect on the 0-0 draw with Wales at the Aviva Stadium and the Covid-19 controversies. We also h...

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RTÉ Soccer Podcast: Quinn, Fallon and Curtin on future of women's game from 2020-09-28T12:00

Marie Crowe is joined by Lisa Fallon, Louise Quinn, Marie Curtin and Tony O'Donoghue to examine the state of the women's game in Ireland and ask what the future holds.

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RTÉ Soccer Podcast: O'Gorman on German lessons from 2020-09-20T12:00

Republic of Ireland international Aine O'Gorman joins Adrian Eames, James O'Toole and Paul Corry to reflect on Saturday's UEFA 2022 qualifier defeat to Germany; 'The Conna Maradona', aka Liam Kearn...

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Zlatan's coming to Dublin from 2020-09-14T12:00

This week Adrian Eames and James O'Toole are joined by Stephen Rice, who reflects on Shamrock Rovers' great European adventure, while Tancredi Palmeri from beIN Sports give us the AC Milan perspect...

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Change at Dundalk and Liverpool's new Irish captain from 2020-08-24T12:00

On this week's Podcast, the panel discuss Vinny Perth's departure as Dundalk manager and Ireland's Niamh Fahy joins James O'Toole to chat about being the new Liverpool captain for the coming season.

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Sheridan irks but gets results from 2020-08-17T12:00

Presenter James O'Toole welcomes Johnny McDonnell and John Caulfield on this week's podcast. John Caulfield describes John Sheridan's comments as distasteful and is frustrated with the FAI. Daniel ...

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All streams lead to the restart from 2020-07-26T12:00

Conan Byrne and Pat Fenlon join us this week on the back of WatchLOI being launched Host Adrian Eames and James O'Toole also quiz the lads on the All Island League after 10 Premier Division clubs ...

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New League of Ireland director, ref shortage from 2020-07-19T12:00

The panel discuss Mark Scanlon's appointment as Aitricity League director, while Shelbourne boss Ian Morris is looking forward to locking horns with John Sheridan's Waterford. Paul O'Brien Preside...

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RTÉ Soccer Podcast: Big Jack remembered, LOI restructuring from 2020-07-12T12:00

Adrian Eames and James O'Toole are joined by Pat Fenlon, Martin Russell, Graham Cummins and Vinny Perth to look back on the life of Jack Charlton. The panel discuss the challenges for John Sheridan...

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RTÉ Soccer podcast: League of Ireland latest from 2020-06-29T12:00

Ollie Horgan, Conan Byrne, Tony O'Donoghue, Adrian Eames and James O'Toole on the latest efforts to get the LOI season back up and running.

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RTÉ Soccer Podcast: Return plans, Reynolds exit, breakaway league from 2020-06-20T12:00

On this week's podcast, Pat Fenlon, Paul Corry and John Caulfield discuss the possibilities for a return to action, Alan Reynolds' departure at Waterford FC and the notion of an elite breakaway lea...

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RTÉ Soccer Podcast: Unity now as LOI return talks continue from 2020-06-15T12:00

Damien O'Meara is joined by James O'Toole, Johnny McDonnell and Sligo Rovers Treasurer David Rowe to discuss the ongoing talks between the SSE Airticity League clubs and the FAI. Plus Neal Horgan o...

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The June Bank Holiday Quiz Special! from 2020-05-30T12:00

Quiz Master Adrian Eames puts the RTÉ Soccer Podcast panel through their paces ahead of the June Bank Holiday. Team A is The College Graduates: Paul Corry and Conan Byrne. Team B is The Soccer Repu...

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The FAI's preferred route and Derry back all-island league from 2020-05-18T12:00

Adrian Eames and James O'Toole are joined by St Patrick's Athletic goalkeeper Brendan Clarke and Derry City Director Sean Barrett. They discuss the FAI pathway to return of safe football, including...

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Sunday Sport - Dick Redmond - Ireland's Kit man retires from 2020-04-21T12:00

Dick Redmond has announced this week that he is retiring after 21 years of service to Irish Soccer Teams including 11 years looking after the Republic of Ireland Senior Squad. Dick joined "Sunday S...

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RTÉ Soccer Podcast: 2021 vision for the Airtricity League from 2020-04-20T12:00

Adrian Eames and James O'Toole of RTÉ are joined by Drogheda United Chairman Conor Hoey, who discusses a 2021 return for League of Ireland, and PFAI Player Executive Ollie Cahill's concerns for pla...

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Kenny's early positivity from 2020-04-10T12:00

Adrian Eames and James O'Toole get the thoughts of Stephen Elliott on some early positivity from Stephen Kenny. Also, news on how the leagues in England, Scotland and across Europe are coping with...

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Minding Sheppard and happier times in Sligo from 2020-03-30T12:00

Adrian Eames is joined by James O'Toole of Soccer Republic for the third lockdown episode. They hear from Shelbourne's Karl Sheppard on coping with an auto immune condition during the pandemic Als...

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Training in isolation and clubs' different approaches from 2020-03-23T12:00

Adrian Eames is joined remotely by James O'Toole of Soccer Republic and RTE pundit Paul Corry to discuss latest ramifications of Covid-19 pandemic. Bohemians and Cork on their different approaches....

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Socially distant podcast as soccer reels from cancellations from 2020-03-16T12:00

Adrian Eames is joined (remotely) by Alan Cawley and James O'Toole to discuss the coronavirus outbreak. Derry City FC board member Dodie McGuinness on the implications of Covid-19 on the Airtricity...

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Interview: Ian Hennessy, Cork's MLS pioneer from 2020-02-28T12:00

Ian Hennessy is one of two Irishmen who played in the inaugural Major League Soccer season in 1996. He speaks to Raf Diallo about that experience and his scenic route to US soccer

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RTÉ Soccer Social: Chelsea's defeat and Ireland's attacking options from 2020-02-26T12:00

Dietmar Hamann and Richie Sadlier look at the Republic of Ireland's attacking options for the Euro 2020 play-off semi-final, while the lads also reflect on Bayern Munich outclassing Chelsea in the ...

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George O'Callaghan on Cork glory days, Port Vale travails, 'crazy' Malaysian jaunt from 2020-02-24T12:00

Adrian Eames is joined by Cork City legend George O'Callaghan who talks about his colourful career, Cork glory days, Port Vale travails and his 'crazy' time as a manager in Malaysia We're also joi...

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RTE Soccer Podcast: League of Ireland 2020 preview from 2020-02-10T12:00

Adrian Eames looks ahead to the start of the 2020 SSE Airtricity League of Ireland season with Alan Cawley, Ed Leahy and James O'Toole.

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RTÉ Soccer Podcast: Ireland 1-1 Denmark from 2019-11-18T12:00

RTÉ Sport’s John Kenny is joined by James O’Toole of Soccer Republic, Pat Fenlon, Stephen Kelly and Danish journalist Troels Bager Thogersen as they react to the Republic of Ireland's 1-1 draw with...

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Can Ireland pull off Denmark mission? from 2019-11-11T12:00

Adrian Eames is joined by former Ireland international Keith Treacy, veteran LOI referee Paul Tuite, Alan Cawley, James O'Toole and Anthony Pyne to look ahead to a huge week for Mick McCarthy's Boy...

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RTÉ Soccer Podcast: the FAI Cup final preview from 2019-10-28T12:00

Former Shamrock Rovers player Harry Kenny joins us this week to discuss this weekend's FAI Cup final. John Kenny presents with RTÉ Soccer analyst Fabio O'Brien, along with RTÉ Sport's James O'Toole.

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Noel Mooney on future of League of Ireland from 2019-10-21T12:00

FAI general manager Noel Mooney joins us this week to discuss the future of Irish football. Adrian Eames present with RTÉ Soccer analyst Alan Cawley in studio, plus RTÉ Sport producer James O'Toole

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Swiss crunch tie, selection dilemmas, growing negativity from 2019-10-14T12:00

Adrian Eames is joined by Johnny McDonnell and James O'Toole in Dublin and John Kenny in Geneva on the eve of Ireland's critical qualifier against Switzerland Bohemians manager Keith Long talks ab...

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FAI Cup Semi Final Special from 2019-09-29T12:00

Adrian Eames is joined by Alan Cawley and James O'Toole looking back at the two FAI Cup semi-finals which saw Shamrock Rovers and Dundalk reach this year’s showpiece.

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Dundalk are crowned Champions from 2019-09-24T12:00

Adrian Eames is joined by Alan Cawley, Pat Fenlon and James O'Tooleto discuss all the latest soccer action, including Dundalk's title victory live from Oriel Park.

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Dundalk win EA Sports Cup, Shels go up from 2019-09-16T12:00

Adrian Eames is joined by Alan Cawley, Alan Mathews and RTÉ's James O'Toole and Rob Wright to discuss all the latest soccer action, including Dundalk's EA Sports Cup final victory and Shelbourne's ...

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Managerial changes, Alan Bennett and FAI Cup review from 2019-08-26T12:00

Adrian Eames is joined by former St Patrick's Athletic and UCD boss Pete Mahon, Alan Bennett of Cork City and RTÉ Sport's Conor Neville and James O'Toole. It was a big week of managerial changes f...

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The UCD predicament from 2019-08-19T12:00

Damien O'Meara is joined by Alan Cawley, Johnny McDonnell and Anthony Pyne to reflect on the weekend's domestic action - including Bohs' destruction of UCD - and the recently named Republic of Irel...

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Pat Devlin feature and the FAI Cup begins with a bang from 2019-08-12T12:00

John Kenny is joined by Marie Crowe, Des Curran and Cabinteely Director Of Football Pat Devlin to look back on the start of the FAI Cup and Pat's career in football.

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FAI concerns - on and off the pitch from 2019-07-29T12:00

Adrian Eames is joined by pundits Johnny McDonnell and Alan Cawley, plus James O'Toole and James McMahon from RTÉ Sport on this week's RTÉ Soccer podcast to discuss FAI governance, the latest Leagu...

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Ireland reach Euro Under-19 semi-finals from 2019-07-22T14:00

Adrian Eames is joined by Republic of Ireland Under-19 player Andy Lyons, Shelbourne's Luke Byrne, analyst Paul Corry, plus Rob Wright of RTE Sport. Ireland's progress, plus the European action for...

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League clubs meet with FAI as unity emerges from 2019-07-15T14:00

Marie Crowe presents as Sligo Rovers treasurer David Rowe discusses the meeting of all 20 LOI clubs with the FAI and says that unity is emerging. Stephen Rice, Fabio O'Brien and James O'Toole join ...

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Ollie Cahill's European memories from 2019-07-10T14:00

On this week's episode Adrian Eames is joined by Ollie Cahill, who reflects on his European adventures with Shels and Drogheda United, we speak to Cork City chairman Declan Carey and reflect on the...

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Stephen Henderson from 2019-06-24T14:00

John Kenny is joined by Johnny McDonnell, former Cobh Ramblers manager Stephen Henderson and Anthony Pyne from RTÉ Sport. Henderson discusses his recent departure from Cobh, while the European draw...

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RTÉ Soccer Podcast Episode 19 from 2019-06-17T14:00

Adrian Eames is joined by Alan Cawley, Fabio O'Brien, Aine O'Gorman and Marie Crowe to discuss the latest from the FIFA Women's World Cup

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RTÉ Soccer Podcast: Dane draw and Gibraltar win reviewed from 2019-06-10T14:00

Former Ireland internationals Kenny Cunningham and Stephen Kelly join Adrian Eames to review the Euro 2020 qualifiers against Denmark and Gibraltar. Plus interviews with Mick McCarthy and David McG...

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RTÉ Soccer Podcast Episode 16 from 2019-05-27T14:00

Adrian Eames is joined by Stuey Byrne, James O'Toole and Anthony Pyne to reflect on the weekend's domestic action, while Roddy Forsythe asks what the 'Treble Treble' means for Celtic and Neil Lennon.

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RTE Soccer Podcast Episode 15 from 2019-05-20T14:00

On this week's podcast, Marie Crowe is joined by Johnny McDonnell and James O'Toole. They discuss the week of action in the SSE Airtricity League, the FA Cup final and Noel Mooney's switch from UEF...

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RTÉ Soccer Podcast Episode 14 - 25 years on from Sligo's glory from 2019-05-13T14:00

Adrian Eames is joined by Stephen O'Donnell, who reflects on his role at Dundalk and transition from player to the coaching staff, while Gavin Dykes looks back on Sligo Rovers memorable FAI Cup vic...

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