Former Republic of Ireland defender Darren O'Dea had his say on the spread of the coronavirus and its effect on the crucial Euro 2020 qualifier against Slovakia in March, which he believes won’t go ahead as planned.
The coronavirus brought the entire sporting world to a drastic halt of late. The Six Nations has been postponed with Andy Farrell, Ireland women’s head coach Adam Griggs and U20’s head coach Noel McNamara reacting to the news. Meanwhile, Leinster and Ireland legend Shane Byrne also had his say on the ‘unprecedented’ events which have transpired.
On this weeks’ episode we were joined by Andy Farrell, Noel McNamara and Adam Griggs as Ireland’s Six Nations campaign was halted amid the coronavirus outbreak. Leinster and Ireland legend Shane Byrne also reacted to the ‘unprecedented’ events at hand. Elsewhere, we heard from St Pats head coach Stephen O’Donnell, Sligo Rovers treasurer David Rowe and Off The Ball’s Dan McDonnell on how the outbreak will effect the League of Ireland. Meanwhile, Republic of Ireland women’s manager Vera Pauw spoke following their recent Euro qualifying victories over Greece and Montenegro while former boy in green Darren O’Dea had his say on the future of the Ireland camp ahead of the crucial Euro qualifier v Slovakia following the covid-19 outbreak.
On this week’s episode we were joined by Andy Farrell, Caelan Doris, Ronan Kelleher and Shane Byrne to dissect the decision to postpone Ireland's Six Nations tie with Italy due to the outbreak of the coronavirus. Meanwhile, FIFA President Gianni Infantino quashed claims the Euros could also be postponed due to the virus while Mick McCarthy had his say on the matter and his side’s UEFA Nations League draw. Vera Pauw’s womens team secured a hard-fought 1-0 win over Greece to further enhance their chances of qualifying for Euro 2021. League of Ireland Sunday returned with Stephen O’Donnell, Stephen McPhail, Iain Morris and Keith Long reacting to the results of the Dublin clubs. Dublin superstar Brian Howard had his say on their league campaign thus far, the fitness levels of the Dubs team and their plans for the Championship.
Bohemians secured bragging rights following their 2-0 win over Dublin rivals Shelbourne at Dalymount Park. Both Keith Long and Iain Morris reacted to the result. Meanwhile, Shamrock Rovers ran out 3-2 winners over Sligo to keep their perfect start alive with sporting director Stephen McPhail sharing his thoughts. Finally, St. Pats manager Stephen O’Donnell was thrilled following his sides 1-0 win over Cork City at Richmond Park.
Andy Farrell, Caelan Doris and Ronan Kelleher reacted to Ireland’s Six Nations clash with Italy being postponed due to the coronavirus. Meanwhile, Leinster and Ireland legend Shane Byrne also had his say on the outbreak of the virus, it’s effect on the sporting world and Ireland’s final clash with France next Saturday.
On this weeks’ episode we heard from Ireland head coach Andy Farrell and captain Johnny Sexton following news their Six Nations clash with Italy was postponed and on the huge criticism Sexton faced following his poor game v England. Meanwhile, Leo Cullen and James Lowe reacted to Leinster’s latest Pro 14 victory. League of Ireland Sunday follows Shamrock Rovers enthralling encounter with Dundalk as Jack Byrne and Stephen Bradley spoke on the win. Ireland women’s head coach Vera Pauw discussed their crucial upcoming Euro qualifiers. Conor O’Keefe was also in the studio ahead of his mammoth ‘Project 32’ which sees him run 32 marathons in 32 days in aid of Pieta House.
The top two sides in the country clashed as Shamrock Rovers welcomed defending league champions Dundalk to Tallaght stadium. Jordan Flores scored one of the best goals in the history of the league, but the home side ran out 3-2 winners. A late Jack Byrne goal sealed all three points for Shamrock Rovers while both he and head coach Stephen Bradley reacted to the result.
Breaking news overnight confirmed the first case of the Coronavirus in Ireland with 98FM’s Adrian Harmon offering the latest update on the outbreak. We also discuss the latest news regarding the future of Euro 2020, the Six Nations and the Olympics in the wake of the virus. Johnny Sexton and Andy Farrell react to news following the postponement of their Six Nations clash with Italy while Leo Cullen and James Lowe have their say following Leinster's latest Pro 14 win.
Conor O’Keeffe spoke exclusively to Jamie about ‘Project 32’, which sees him run 32 marathons, in 32 counties, in 32 days with 32 pounds on his back in a bid to raise €100,000 for Pieta House. Conor opened up on the reason behind his mammoth task and how preparations have gone.
On this weeks’ episode we were joined by Dessie Farrell and Mattie Kenny as both Dublin sides were in league action. We reacted to Tyson Fury’s emphatic 7th round TKO of Deontay Wilder to claim the WBC heavyweight title. League of Ireland Sunday returned with Graham Burke, Keith Long, Ronan Hale, Patrick Hoban and Ian Morris. Robbie Henshaw, Andy Farrell, Johnny Sexton, Adam Griggs and Shane Byrne previewed Ireland’s Six Nations clash against England with both the men and women involved in crucial ties against the old enemy.
Adam Griggs and his Ireland womens team are in flying form as they travel to face England in their third game of the tournament. England are also undefeated and the girls in green face a tough task. Meanwhile, the mens team travel to Twickenham as Andy Farrell, Johnny Sexton, Robbie Henshaw and Shane Byrne have their say on the crucial tie against the old enemy.
Graham Burke scored five as Shamrock Rovers put six past a hapless Cork City defence at Tallaght Stadium. The Dubliner reflected on what was a momentous occasion for him. Elsewhere, Bohemians manager Keith Long reacted to his side’s 2-0 win away to Waterford while Pat Hoban and Ian Morris spoke following Dundalk’s 2-1 win over Shelbourne. Ronan Hale’s St Pats recorded a 2-0 win over Sligo Rovers in a performance he was thrilled about.
On this weeks’ episode we were joined by both Brian O’Driscoll and Ronan O’Gara as Ireland look ahead to their crunch Six Nations tie with England next weekend. We also hear from Ireland womens' star Ciara Griffin as they also face the English after picking up maximum points in their opening two Six Nations games. League of Ireland Sunday returns for the start of the season as we catch up with all four Dublin clubs on a weekend where storm Dennis ran riot. We also hear from Dublin hurling boss Mattie Kenny, ladies footballer Lyndsey Davey and defender Johnny Cooper on how the memory of five in a row has already faded.
It has been a league campaign of mixed fortune for the Dublin footballers, hurlers and ladies footballers. Mattie Kenny reviewed his side’s impressive 0-20 – 0-09 win over Carlow, their second league win in a row. While Lyndsey Davy, who’s side have won, drawn and lost a game so far this season, look ahead to their next tie v Meath. Johnny Cooper also had his say on the Dubs campaign while insisting that the celebrations of five in a row are long gone.
The opening weekend of the League of Ireland coincided with storm Dennis, which effected the Dublin derby between Bohemians and Shamrock Rovers. Both Keith Ward and Stephen Bradley had their say on the horrendous conditions. Elsewhere, Ciaran Kilduff scored his 100th league goal for Shelbourne as they beat his former side Cork City at Turners Cross while Dean Clarke reacted to St Pats’ 1-0 loss to Waterford.
Ireland picked up two wins from their opening two Six Nations games under Andy Farrell as the boys in green look to bounce back following a poor World Cup. Next up is a trip to Twickenham, which both Brian O’Driscoll and Ronan O’Gara believe they are more than ready for. Elsewhere, both the under 20s and womens are also undefeated thus far as Ciara Griffin looks ahead to their upcoming trip to England.
Ireland picked up their second Six Nations win with an impressive victory over Wales at the Aviva Stadium on Saturday. Andy Farrell, Johnny Sexton, Iain Henderson, Max Deegan and former Leinster and Ireland star Shane Byrne share their take on the result. Meanwhile, Adam Griggs, Anna Caplice and Claire Keohane look ahead to Ireland women's second Six Nations tie against Wales.
Republic of Ireland star James McClean spoke at the launch of the Aviva Stadium's new sensory hub were he had his say on Stephen Kenny taking charge of the Irish senior set-up. He also shared an insight into his future career plans which include a stint Stateside and a return to Derry City.
The League of Ireland is on the brink of a return and we spoke to players from all four Dublin clubs in the build up to the new season. Shamrock Rovers captain Ronan Finn, St Pats captain Ian Bermingham, Bohemians star Danny Grant and Shelbourne man Ciaran Kilduff spoke at the recent 2020 launch.