OTB League of Ireland Podcast

Interviews, reaction and coverage from the League of Ireland every Wednesday, brought to you by OTB Sports.

LOI Matchday with Buckley & Waru

Welcome to the latest edition of the LOI Matchday podcast. Off The Ball's magazine-style podcast covers all of the matches in both divisions of the SSE Airtricity League with exclusive interviews and previews of all the action. This week, host Stephen Doyle has been speaking to Cork City manager Liam Buckley about the search for a new permanent manager and fighting for Premier Divison survival. Finn Harps centre-back Scott Waru reveals which LOI pals he spoke to before signing for the Donegal club and the belief they can get something against Galway United.

08-03
14:49

LOI Matchday with Devine, Keddy & McGrath

Welcome to the latest edition of the LOI Matchday podcast. Off The Ball's magazine-style podcast covers all of the matches in both divisions of the SSE Airtricity League with exclusive interviews and previews of all the action. This week, host Stephen Doyle has been speaking to Bohemians manager Declan Devine about a big win against Shelbourne in the FAI Cup, Jonathan Afolabi and the potential shown by young midfielder James McManus and whether he's confident of a top three finish. Kerry midfielder Sean McGrath talks about being one of the experienced heads in the squad, at the age of 20! He also talks about the importance of playing for his local club and hope ahead of the visit of Finn Harps. James Keddy on his first management gig with Wexford, curating a squad of local lads, supporting Shamrock Rovers at Miltown and the longevity of Liam Buckley.

07-27
17:41

LOI Matchday EXTRA with Devine, Keddy & McGrath

This is a bonus LOI Matchday podcast on Off The Ball - which is released every Thursday ahead of all of the weekend action in the SSE Airtricity League. On the extra podcast, you can enjoy the full version of all three interviews. This week, host Stephen Doyle has been speaking to Bohemians manager Declan Devine about a big win against Shelbourne in the FAI Cup, Jonathan Afolabi and the potential shown by young midfielder James McManus and whether he's confident of a top three finish. Kerry midfielder Sean McGrath talks about being one of the experienced heads in the squad, at the age of 20! He also talks about the importance of playing for his local club and hope ahead of the visit of Finn Harps. James Keddy on his first management gig with Wexford, curating a squad of local lads, supporting Shamrock Rovers at Miltown and the longevity of Liam Buckley.

07-27
43:58

LOI Matchday with Cullen, Cremin, Byrne & Galvin

Welcome to the latest edition of the LOI Matchday podcast. Off The Ball's magazine-style podcast covers all of the matches in both divisions of the SSE Airtricity League with exclusive interviews and previews of all the action. This week, host Stephen Doyle has been speaking to Cockhill Celtic boss about goalkeeper managers and the Seagulls landing in Buncrana. Kilbarrack United's new signing Dano Byrne on why he left League of Ireland football and the pressure on Finn Harps. Evan Galvin and his Ringmahon Rangers teammates are feeling hopeful as they go to Kerry and with a former Cork City midfielder among their ranks. St Michael's boss John Cremin on a tough draw at home to free-scoring Waterford and thoughts on a Second Division.

07-20
18:30

LOI Matchday EXTRA with Cullen, Cremin, Byrne & Galvin

This is a bonus LOI Matchday podcast on Off The Ball - which is released every Thursday ahead of all of the weekend action in the SSE Airtricity League. On the extra podcast, you can enjoy the full version of all four interviews. This week, host Stephen Doyle has been speaking to Cockhill Celtic boss about goalkeeper managers and the Seagulls landing in Buncrana. Kilbarrack United's new signing Dano Byrne on why he left League of Ireland football and the pressure on Finn Harps. Evan Galvin and his Ringmahon Rangers teammates are feeling hopeful as they go to Kerry and with a former Cork City midfielder among their ranks. St Michael's boss John Cremin on a tough draw at home to free-scoring Waterford and thoughts on a Second Division.

07-20
50:11

LOI Matchday with Lafferty, Kirk & Kervick

Welcome to the latest edition of the LOI Matchday podcast. Off The Ball's magazine-style podcast covers all of the matches in both divisions of the SSE Airtricity League with exclusive interviews and previews of all the action. This week, host Stephen Doyle has been speaking to Sligo Rovers defender Danny Lafferty about playing for John Russell, switching positions, Cork City at home and celebrating in front of Block K! Bohemians full-back Paddy Kirk's been sipping coffee with former Kerry garlic footballer Paul Galvin and he also talks about playing against the club you love, scoring goals and Shelbourne. Cobh Ramblers attacker Liam Kervick's enjoying life on loan as he's started to find the net on a more regular basis. He talks about confidence, how good support helps and an overnight in Donegal.

07-13
16:33

LOI Matchday EXTRA with Lafferty, Kirk & Kervick

This is a bonus LOI Matchday podcast on Off The Ball - which is released every Thursday ahead of all of the weekend action in the SSE Airtricity League. On the extra podcast, you can enjoy the full version of all three interviews. This week, host Stephen Doyle has been speaking to Sligo Rovers defender Danny Lafferty about playing for John Russell, switching positions, Cork City at home and celebrating in front of Block K! Bohemians full-back Paddy Kirk's been sipping coffee with former Kerry garlic footballer Paul Galvin and he also talks about playing against the club you love, scoring goals and Shelbourne. Cobh Ramblers attacker Liam Kervick's enjoying life on loan as he's started to find the net on a more regular basis. He talks about confidence, how good support helps and an overnight in Donegal.

07-13
40:40

LOI Matchday with Adegboyega, Osam & Craven

Welcome to the latest edition of the LOI Matchday podcast. Off The Ball's magazine-style podcast covers all of the matches in both divisions of the SSE Airtricity League with exclusive interviews and previews of all the action. This week, host Stephen Doyle is joined by Drogheda United defender Emmanuel Adegboyega about defending on the ball and frustrating Shamrock Rovers. UCD defender Evan Osam on fighting relegation as they gear up to launch themselves at Shels. Bray Wanderers midfielder Darren Craven on stepping up from Leinster Senior League and fending off play-off spot challengers.

07-06
18:13

LOI Matchday EXTRA with Adegboyega, Osam & Craven

This is a bonus LOI Matchday podcast on Off The Ball - which is released every Thursday ahead of all of the weekend action in the SSE Airtricity League. On the extra podcast, you can enjoy the full version of all three interviews with host Stephen Doyle and Drogheda United centre-half Emmanuel Adegboyega, Evan Osam of UCD & Bray Wanderers midfielder Darren Craven.

07-06
33:27

LOI Matchday with Gaffney, Honohan & Idowu

Welcome to the latest edition of the LOI Matchday podcast. Off The Ball's magazine-style podcast covers all of the matches in both divisions of the SSE Airtricity League with exclusive interviews and previews of all the action. This week, host Stephen Doyle is joined by Shamrock Rovers centre-forward Rory Gaffney who isn't getting carried away despite the Hoops going seven points clear at the top of the table. Cork City centre-half Josh Honohan on the quiet confidence on Leeside that they can avoid relegation. Waterford attacker Roland Idowu on the manager he's had at both of his League of Ireland clubs.

06-29
17:03

LOI Matchday EXTRA with Gaffney, Honohan & Idowu

This is a bonus LOI Matchday podcast on Off The Ball - which is released every Thursday ahead of all of the weekend action in the SSE Airtricity League. On the extra podcast, you can enjoy the full version of all three interviews with host Stephen Doyle and Shamrock Rovers centre-forward Rory Gaffney, Cork City centre-half Josh Honohan & Waterford midfielder Roland Idowu

06-29
37:56

LOI Matchday with Kearns, Martin & George

Welcome to the latest edition of the LOI Matchday podcast. Off The Ball's magazine-style podcast covers all of the matches in both divisions of the SSE Airtricity League with exclusive interviews and previews of all the action. This week, host Stephen Doyle is joined by Shelbourne goalkeeper Conor Kearns who discusses the club's new owner and this Friday's derby against the Saints. Dundalk's John Martin talks about watching his clubmate frustrate James McClean on Lansdowne Road and the feeling of scoring a late winner. Treaty United forward Dean George talks about playoff hopes and a tricky trip to Athlone.

06-22
19:00

LOI Matchday EXTRA with Kearns, Martin & George

This is a bonus LOI Matchday podcast on Off The Ball - which is released every Thursday ahead of all of the weekend action in the SSE Airtricity League. On the extra podcast, you can enjoy the full version of all three interviews with host Stephen Doyle and Shelbourne goalkeeper Conor Kearns, Dundalk's John Martin and Treaty United forward Dean George.

06-22
44:47

LOI Matchday with Cronin & Holland

Welcome to the latest edition of the LOI Matchday podcast. Off The Ball's new magazine-style podcast covers all of the matches in both divisions of the SSE Airtricity League with exclusive interviews and previews of all the action. This week, host Stephen Doyle is joined by Bohemians assistant manager Gary Cronin who looks ahead to another trip to Derry City. Cobh Ramblers midfielder Dale Holland reveals which Olympian's inspired the squad to turn things around this season.

06-08
14:36

LOI Matchday EXTRA with Cronin & Holland

This is a bonus LOI Matchday podcast on Off The Ball - which is released every Thursday ahead of all of the weekend action in the SSE Airtricity League. On the extra podcast, you can enjoy the full version of both interviews with host Stephen Doyle speaking to Cobh Ramblers midfielder Dale Holland and Bohemians assistant manager Gary Cronin.

06-08
29:06

LOI Matchday with Connolly, Doyle & Kelliher

Welcome to the latest edition of the LOI Matchday podcast. Off The Ball's new magazine-style podcast covers all of the matches in both divisions of the SSE Airtricity League with exclusive interviews and previews of all the action. This week, host Stephen Doyle is joined by Mark Connolly who is looking to make his first appearance for Derry City since March. St Patrick's Athletic striker Eoin Doyle after a big win against Dundalk before a trip to the Bowl. Kerry sharpshooter Ryan Kelliher on the pride of representing his local club.

06-01
18:30

LOI Matchday EXTRA with Connolly, Doyle & Kelliher

This is a bonus LOI Matchday podcast on Off The Ball - which is released every Thursday ahead of all of the weekend action in the SSE Airtricity League. On the extra podcast, you can enjoy the full version of all four interviews with host Stephen Doyle speaking to Derry City defender Mark Connolly, St Patrick's Athletic forward Eoin Doyle and Kerry striker Ryan Kelliher.

06-01
28:17

LOI Matchday EXTRA with Doherty, Keaney, Ryan & McCormack

This is a bonus LOI Matchday podcast on Off The Ball - which is released every Thursday ahead of all of the weekend action in the SSE Airtricity League. On the extra podcast, you can enjoy the full version of all four interviews with host Stephen Doyle speaking to Drogheda United manager Kevin Doherty, UCD's Jack Keaney, Bray Wanderers boss Ian Ryan and Galway United skipper Conor McCormack.

05-25
45:56

LOI Matchday with Doherty, Keaney, Ryan & McCormack

Welcome to the latest edition of the LOI Matchday podcast. Off The Ball's new magazine-style podcast covers all of the matches in both divisions of the SSE Airtricity League with exclusive interviews and previews of all the action. This week, host Stephen Doyle is joined by Drogheda United manager Kevin Doherty after a big win at Shamrock Rovers. UCD midfielder Jack Keaney is expecting a physical battle and feels optimistic heading to Weavers Park. Bray Wanderers head coach Ian Ryan hopes his team have had their one blip of the season. Galway United captain Conor McCormack reveals what it's like to play under John Caulfield and Ollie Horgan.

05-25
25:14

LOI Matchday with Duff, Towell and Long

Welcome to the latest edition of the LOI Matchday podcast. Off The Ball's new magazine-style podcast covers all of the matches in both divisions of the SSE Airtricity League with exclusive interviews and previews of all the action. This week, host Stephen Doyle is joined by Shamrock Rovers midfielder Richie Towell ahead of a home match against Drogheda United. Shelbourne manager Damien Duff talks tactics with St Patrick's Athletic on their way to Tolka Park. And Waterford head coach Keith Long discusses a brilliant start for him in charge of Waterford in the First Division.

05-18
23:50

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