In the finale of Season 2 of William Hill's The Square Ball we were delighted to be joined Kerry's Paudie Clifford, fresh from helping The Kingdom to All-Ireland Final glory.In his first in-depth interview since the triumph over Donegal, Clifford speaks about the noise inside and outside the county about this Kerry team, the claims of being a one-man-show and his own injury which kept him at less than peak fitness in this year's championship.This is The Paudie Clifford Episode of William Hill's The Square Ball.18+ Gamblingcare.ie
Fresh from captaining Tipperary to their incredible All-Ireland Hurling Final triumph (and winning Man of the Match in the process) we are delighted to be joined by Ronan Maher on William Hill's Square Ball. In an extraordinary open interview, Ronan reveals what was really said in that dressing room at half-time, the team's emotional visit the day before the game to the home of Dillon Quirke, their team-mate who tragically collapsed and died while playing a game in 2022; and, of course, lifts the lid on the celebrations that followed that spectacular second half at Croke Park.This is fascinating and brilliant discussion of what goes into becoming a three-time All Ireland winner.18+ Gamblingcare.ie
It's Kerry v Donegal in the All-Ireland Football Final on Sunday and on William Hill's The Square Ball, we have a man from both counties on to fight their corner.Host Dave McIntyre is joined by Darran O'Sullivan and Eamon McGee to discuss whether Kerry will triumph or whether a Jim McGuinness-led Donegal team will have too much for the Kingdom this weekend.This is The All-Ireland Football Final Preview episode of William Hill's The Square Ball.18+ | Gamblingcare.ie
It's All-Ireland Final week and we're set for an incredible showdown between Cork and Tipperary this weekend. On William Hill's The Square Ball, Dave and Ashling are joined in studio to discuss what should be a cracker of a game by Tipperary's Eoin Kelly.This is The Bumper All-Ireland Hurling Final Preview episode of William Hill's The Square Ball.18+ | Gamblingcare.ie
There's no doubt about it, Cillian O'Connor will go down as one of Mayo's greatest ever players and we are delighted that he joined us on this week's episode of William Hill's The Square Ball. Taking a stroll down memory lane, Cillian relives some of the highs and lows of his illustrious career in an enthralling conversation that shows just why he became one of the premier forwards in the modern game.This is the Cillian O'Connor Episode of William Hill's The Square Ball.18+ | Gamblingcare.ie00:00 - Intro and Darran's beef with Cillian11:00 - Taking a break18:00 - Training and injuries26:00 - Joining the Mayo Panel34:00 - 2012 and then that game against Kerry47:00 - The Dublin Rivalry57:00 - His outlook
One All-Ireland minor, two senior All-Irelands, two National Leagues, five Leinster titles, and a reputation as one of hurling’s most charismatic and fearless characters… Johnny Pilkington is Offaly hurling royalty, and we were thrilled to have him on William Hill’s The Square Ball this week.From the golden days with Birr and Offaly, to lifting the Liam MacCarthy, to that unforgettable 1998 run and his no-nonsense style both on and off the pitch — Johnny has never been shy with a story or short of an opinion.So sit back, relax and enjoy — this is The Johnny Pilkington episode of William Hill’s The Square Ball.00:00 - Introduction04:00 - Early Days09:00 - Birr17:00 - Winning at Minor24:00 - 1989 Season29:00 - Limerick in 9441:00 - Club v County47:00 - The Double58:00 - Clare Replay1:09:00 - Offaly after the 90s18+ | Gamblingcare.ie
Meath legend Graham Geraghty joined William Hill's The Square Ball this week and what an excellent conversation it was with the two-time All-Ireland winner.The interview touches on his health scare a few years ago and briefly looking at the upcoming games this weekend, before delving back into his entire career which was eventful to say the least.
On William Hill's The Square Ball this week, Dave and Ashling were joined by none other than Galway's much-beloved, Cyril Farrell. Farrell discusses how he first made his mark as a coach and manager, most famously leading the Galway senior hurling team to three All-Ireland titles in the 1980s (1980, 1987, and 1988), a golden era for the county. As well as growing up in a sports mad area in Galway.There's a yarn or two thrown in as well!18+ | Gamblingcare.ie00:00 - Introduction04:00 - Early life and Great School Story11:00 - Galway Manager21:30 - 198031:00 - "Good Hurlers"36:00 - Stepping Away41:00 - Tough Decisions46:00 - Winning51:00 - Tony Keady59:20 - Galway Hurlers This year1:05:00 - The Modern Game
William Hill's The Square Ball is back again and this week Donegal's Eamon McGee is the guest in studio.Eamon was renowned as one of the best defenders in the country during his stint with Donegal from 2004 until 2016, winning an All-Ireland, three Ulster Titles and a League Title along the way.While there's a small chat about the games this weekend at the beginning of the episode, it's not long before talk turns to Eamon's remarkable career as well as his analytical and articulate takes on life.18+ | Gamblingcare.ie
It's safe to say we were in the presence of hurling and football royalty this week as Jimmy Barry-Murphy joined William Hill's The Square Ball in studio.Across both codes, Jimmy has seven All-Irelands, 12 Munster titles, three League titles and seven All-Stars, making him one of the most illustrious players to ever take the field in hurling and football.Like, subscribe and leave us a comment.18+ | Gamblingcare.ie
There's very little left to say about Chrissy McKaigue that hasn't already been said. After his retirement from inter-county football last year at the age of 35, he left with two Ulster titles, an All-Star and league medals from all four divisions, a feat that nobody else in Gaelic football has achieved. If you were a forward playing Derry and say McKaigue coming your way, you knew you were in for a tough afternoon. Enjoy The Chrissy McKaigue episode of William Hill's The Square Ball.18+ | Gamblingcare.ie
The great Peter Canavan was in The Square Ball studios this week and what a treat it was to look back over the amazing career of one of the greatest of all time. From underage all the way to the steps of the Hogan Stand, Canavan was always a leading figure for his teams on the way to their success.00:00 - Introduction02:30 - Underage23:00 - The 90s39:00 - Mickey Harte and 200353:30 - 2005 Season1:02:00 - Kerry/Tyrone Rivalry
Waterford hurler Paul Flynn is the guest this week on William Hill's The Square Ball and there was a lot to talk about from an illustrious career of highs and lows, including Munster success, All-Ireland heartbreak and some iconic moments along the way.Like, comment and subscribe to The Square Ball.
This special bonus episode of William Hill's The Square Ball is coming to a little earlier than usual this week. Co-host of The Square Ball Ashling Thompson was in studio this week and with the postponement of Saturday's Munster Senior Camogie Final on Saturday, in which Ashling's Cork team were due to compete, she shared her thoughts on the decision and what comes next.Normal service will resume on Thursday with another episode dropping!
In this episode of William Hill's The Square Ball, Meath legend Anthony Moyles joins us in studio to discuss a career of ups and downs, as well as reflecting on that controversial Leinster Final ahead of the rematch between Meath and Louth, and the Battle of Croke Park during the 2006 International Rules series.00:00 - Introduction03:00 - Meath v Dublin23:00 - Meath Senior Panel31:20 - His Debut34:10 - 200143:00 - Frustrations50:00 - 2007 season58:00 - That Wexford Game1:07:00 - Louth Leinster Final1:20:15 - International Rules
Five All-Ireland medals, three National Leagues, ten Munster titles, three All-Stars and one Footballer of the Year award... Marc Ó Sé is a true legend of the game and we're delighted that he joined us on William Hill's The Square Ball this week.There was a lot to touch on in this interview ranging back to his early days with An Ghaeltacht and growing up in a football obsessed household, to breaking onto the panel under Páidí Ó Sé and going on to win five All-Ireland titles. Sit back, relax and enjoy, this is The Marc Ó Sé episode of William Hill's The Square Ball.00:00 - Introduction09:30 - Marc Ó Sé Interview17:15 - Brother Battles26:00 - Páidí Ó Sé31:30 - Pressure of the Ó Sé Name39:50 - Kerry Panel52:20 - Tyrone1:02:30 - Dealing with Defeat1:11:20 - Donegal1:20:20 - Some Great Stories!
In the latest episode of William Hill's The Square Ball, Dave McIntyre and Darran O'Sullivan discuss the the Footbal Championship, dark horses, storming favourites, rules changes and everything in between.Darran also discusses the epic game in Páirc Uí Chaoimh over the weekend and how he made a poor decision with his choice of seats.
This week, William Hill's The Square Ball are delighted to have Tipperary great Eoin Kelly in studio. Two All-Irelands, five Munster titles, two National Leagues and six All-Stars, the Mullinahone man had a career most players could only dream of having. From playing u21 aged 14 to captaining Tipperary to All-Ireland success, sit back and enjoy The Eoin Kelly episode of William Hill's The Square Ball.00:00 - Introduction07:00 - Eoin Kelly Interview16:00 - Coming into the Tipp Squad25:00 - Championship debut40:00 - Borrisoleigh Five48:00 - 2007 Season1:03:00 - 2009 Final1:08:00 - 2010 Success
One of Dublin's most iconic players, Ciarán Whelan, is the guest this week on William Hill's The Square Ball. Looking back at a career of highs and near misses, Whelan shares his view of it all in a remarkably forthright interview with host Dave McIntyre and co-host Darran O'Sullivan. This is one all GAA fans will not want to miss.00:00 - Introduction8:30 - A Whelan/Fenton midfield18:00 - Dublin senior panel 199625:00 - Leadership34:00 - That game in Semple Stadium40:00 - Tommy Lyons55:00 - Mayo and Tyrone games1:08:00 - Nearly coming back in 2011
Kilkenny great Tommy Walsh is the star in the chair on The Square Ball, powered by William Hill, this week. Listening to Dave rattling off his accomplishments at the start of the interview is a firm reminder that Tommy Walsh is hurling royalty.This is The Man, The Myth, The Legend - Tommy Walsh on The Square Ball, powered by William Hill.Don't forget to like and subscribe, and do leave us a comment about guests you'd like to see this season. 00:00 - Introduction and Ashling chat07:10 - Tommy Walsh interview12:00 - His love of the game20:00 - His first time on the Kilkenny panel28:30 - Playing his first All-Ireland Final33:00 - The Cork Rivalry41:00 - The Drive for Five45:50 - The Brian Gavin Incident50:00 - The 2014 season1:04:00 - Retirement