On this week’s episode of The extratime Football Podcast, Luke Jordan is joined by the Chief Football Writer from the Irish Daily Mirror Paul O’Hehir to discuss the latest news in Irish football. (0:24) On Part One of the show, Luke is joined by Donal Ryan, Macdara Ferris, and Paul O’Hehir as the lads discuss the main talking points from the last week in the SSE Airtricity League. Paul gives his take on Noel King’s first game in charge of Dundalk as the Lilywhites defeated Bohemians 2-0 in Oriel Park and shares his thoughts on the appointment. Macdara was on to dissect the match between Shamrock Rovers double header weekend as they have a mixed weekend of results, drawing with Galway and beating Drogheda on Monday night. The lads discuss the controversial incident of Monday night’s game with Jack Keaney shown a straight red card which has stirred up debate whether it was the correct decision or not. Donal dissects Sligo’s 3-1 loss to Drogheda last Friday night and gives his opinion on whether Bit O’Red fans should worry after no win in five. After, Paul gives the latest update on the FAI, the Hill resignation, still no manager, John O’Shea returning as interim and much more on this week’s episode. Support the Show.
On this week’s episode of The extratime Football Podcast, Luke Jordan is joined by football journalist James Rogers to discuss the appointment of Noel King. (0:24) On Part One of the show, Luke is joined by Donal Ryan and Macdara Ferris as the lads discuss the main talking points from the last week in the SSE Airtricity League. Macdara was on to dissect the match between Derry City and Shamrock Rovers. However, it was the incidents that took place during the game and post-match that dominated the headlines. Macdara gives his take on what happened. The lads discuss whether the punishments received by Derry was enough and the FAI need to be stronger on the issue.The lads discuss Damien Duff’s comments on Shane Farrell, was it justified or was it over too much? Finally, Donal gives the latest on Sligo Rovers and the fundraising project at the club AGM.(20:40) On Part Two, Luke is joined by James Rogers to talk about the shock appointment of Noel King as Dundalk manager.James begins by giving his immediate reaction along with how the news has gone down with the Lilywhite fanbase. Is the appointment doomed to fail? Could it be a masterstroke? Support the Show.
On this week’s episode of The extratime Football Podcast, Dónal Ryan fills in for Luke Jordan as he speaks to Oisin Langan to review last week's Premier Division games in Part 1.In Part 2, we're joined by Drive 105fm match commentator Dee Curran, who takes a closer look at Derry City's season so far.Support the Show.
On this week’s episode of The extratime Football Podcast, Luke Jordan is joined by former Dundalk captain John Flanagan(0:24) On Part One of the show, Luke is joined by Donal Ryan and Macdara Ferris as the lads discuss the action from the Premier Division from the past week. Macdara was in Richmond Park to see St. Patrick’s Athletic grab the victory over rivals Shamrock Rovers and Macdara gives his verdict on the action. Leon Pohls is once again a discussion point as the Rovers number one made another error which led to the Pats winner.Donal talks about the lateness of the postponement in The Showgrounds over the weather warning and the closure of Turners Cross indefinitely from the Munster FA which will cause disruption for Cork City.The lads review the first series of games and discuss whether Shelbourne have the credentials to make a title charge this season or is it too early to call still. (30:25) On Part Two, Luke and Donal are joined by former Dundalk captain John Flanagan. ‘Flano’ discusses the sacking of Dundalk legend Stephen O’Donnell after over two years in charge of the Lilywhites. The lads delve into what went wrong for O’Donnell at the club after two successful seasons. How much of the blame lies with the former midfielder? Has the off-field issues caused the issues on the pitch this season? Where do Dundalk go from here? Support the Show.
On this week’s episode of The extratime Football Podcast, Luke Jordan is joined by Peamount United footballer Lauryn O’Callaghan(0:24) On Part One of the show, Luke is joined by Donal Ryan and Macdara Ferris as the lads discuss the action from the Premier Division over the Easter Weekend.Macdara was present at the first Dublin Derby of the season to speak about the spectacle which was the first League of Ireland fixture to have over 10,000 spectators in 30 years.Donal talks Sligo Rovers mixed weekend after a big win in the RSC on Friday night but put in a lethargic performance in Richmond Park on Easter Monday. Were the two away trips in quick succession the reason for the lacklustre performance on MondayShelbourne continue their unbeaten start of the campaign over the Easter, Macdara examines their start of the season.Finally, the lads look ahead to the beginning of the Irish Women’s National Team Euro 2025 qualification campaign, and we hear the thoughts of Ireland’s number one Courtney Brosnan ahead of the double header against France and England.(35:49) On Part Two, Luke and Donal are joined by Peamount United player Lauryn O’Callaghan.Lauryn starts by discussing the Peas start to the season, the competitiveness of the Women’s Premier Division, and her opinion on the pros and cons of the Avenir All-Island Cup.The Peamount defender shares her thoughts on last season, the difficulties they endured in pre-season, the future of Peamount, winning the league against the odds, the recording of fly on the wall documentary that is out next week on TV, and much more. Support the Show.
On this week’s episode, Luke Jordan is joined by football journalist by James Rogers to talk about Dundalk’s start to the season. There was no Premier Division action last weekend, but there was a round of First Division games as extratime.com reporter Rory Merriman spoke to Bray Wanderers head coach Ian Ryan, and Wexford FC manager James Keddy after a won 4-3 win for the visitors at the Carlisle Grounds last Friday night. Another extratime.com reporter Ronan McNamara was at the Aviva Stadium to witness the friendly between Ireland and Switzerland game on Tuesday night and caught up Technical Advisor Brian Kerr post-match.As mentioned, James Rogers was back on the extratime Football Podcast this week to chat about Dundalk’s poor start to the season. Why are the Lilywhites struggling in front of goal this season, is Stephen O’Donnell on borrowed time and much more is discussed between the lads. Support the Show.
On this week’s episode, Luke Jordan is joined by Donal Ryan as former Cork City player Steven Beattie is on to chat to the lads. No Premier Division this week, but we hear the voices of Stephen Bradley and Ollie Horgan after last weekends game in Eamon Deasy Park. Extratime.com reporter Patrick O’ Connor drops us a voice note of what happened in Richmond Park between St. Pats and Shelbourne. Steven Beattie opens the show with discussing life after football, living in abroad and how it compares to life in Ireland. We reflect on his career, how he ended up in Kentucky, being the first Irish player picked in the MLS, injuries, his time in the League of Ireland, the rise and fall of Cork City, Leon Bailey and more!Support the Show.
(00:23) – On this week’s episode, Luke Jordan is joined by Donal Ryan and Oisin Langan as they delve into another week of action in the League of Ireland. The show opens with the controversial decision in the Showgrounds with the referee deciding not to show Leon Pohls a straight red card for his tackle on Simon Power which has stirred up debate the past few days. We hear form Sligo Rovers manager John Russell on the decision as he spoke to Donal Ryan post-match on Saturday night. These leads to a further discussion on the standard of refereeing in Ireland as once again they are in the spotlight after another weekend of games. Is the officiating in this country good enough at the high level? Is there a solution to the issue? (21:35) For part two, former Bohemians and Dundalk defender Mark Rossiter joins the lads on the podcast this week. Mark gives us an insight into his new role at St. Patrick’s Athletic as the opposition analyst and what the job entails. They discuss the sacking of Declan Devine as Bohemians manager, was it right call to remove him now? Should have it been done over the winter? The lads talk through the potential list of who can replace him. Mark also gives his thoughts on Stephen O’Donnell and what is going on at Dundalk this season, Pat Hoban and much more! Support the Show.
(00:23) – On this week’s episode, Luke Jordan is joined by the returning Macdara Ferris and the Irish Daily Mirror football correspondent Paul O’Hehir to kick off the show. Macdara reported on the big game in the Premier Division the past week as Shamrock Rovers and Derry played out an exciting 2-2 draw on Monday night. He shares his thoughts on the fixture, should Lee Grace been sent off, Darragh Burns’ impact and we also hear the voice of Stephen Bradley as Macdara caught up with him after the match. Paul is back on the podcast to discuss the latest on the FAI’s search for a new permanent head coach for the Republic of Ireland national team. Paul gives his verdict on the appointment of John O’Shea as interim boss, the return of Brian Kerr to the Irish set up, was Slaven Bilic ever a contender for the Irish job and more. While Macdara informs us of the Republic of Ireland’s Women’s team group of death ahead of the Euro 2025 qualification. (33:34) For part two, Luke is joined by former St. Patrick’s Athletic player, and current pundit Conan Byrne to chat about the latest with the Inchicore side. Conan gives his view on the American investment arriving in Dublin 8 this week as well the poor start of the season the Saints have endured so far. What has gone wrong? Is Jon Daly in potential trouble? Is it time for Marcelo Pitaluga to be dropped already from the starting XI ahead of a huge game Friday night against fellow strugglers Dundalk? (51:56) For part three, we hear from extratime.com reporter Phillip Morrisey who drops us a voice note as he reported on the action from Cork City against UCD last Friday night. Luke closes the show as he reads out the fixtures for the weekend ahead. Support the Show.
(00:23) – On this week’s episode, Luke Jordan is joined by Oisin Langan and Donal Ryan to review the action of game week one in the League of Ireland Premier Division. Luke and Oisin share their thoughts on the controversy surrounding the Dublin Derby in Richmond Park last Friday as protests against the FAI got out of hand as flares were thrown on the pitch. Was the punishment the right decision? The lads also discuss the on the field action, was Bohemian’s penalty the correct decision? Donal was in the Showgrounds as Sligo held Derry to a draw on Saturday night and while the lads give their opinion the latest news on Derry’s away allocation. (30:16) – Luke and Donal are joined by Sligo Rovers defender Reece Hutchinson for part two of the show this week. Reece discusses Sligo’s start to the season, the expectations for the year, his own career journey to date and working under Nigel Clough at Burton Albion and more! (50:40) Luke closes the show and reads out the fixtures for the weekend ahead. Support the Show.
(00:23) – On this week’s episode, Luke Jordan is joined by Oisin Langan and Donal Ryan to review the action of game week one in the League of Ireland Premier Division.Oisin gives us his thoughts on the action in the RSC as Damien Duff’s Shelbourne faced Waterford in their return match to the topflight of Irish football. Which new players impressed on the day for both sides.Donal shares his views on Sligo Rovers clash with Bohemian’s in Dalymount Park as John Russell’s men left Dublin disappointed to concede a last-minute equaliser courtesy of James Clarke. The lads discuss the news of Rob Cornwall’s season ending injury and the lack of defensive cover The Gypsies have in centre back.We hear the thoughts of Shamrock Rovers boss Stephen Bradley as his side played out a 1-1 draw with a newly designed Dundalk team. We also hear the views of The Lilywhites new number nine Jamie Gullan as his free kick opened the scoring in Tallaght Stadium.While Luke reacts to St. Patrick’s Athletics’ 1-0 win against newly promoted Galway United in Eamon Deasy Park. The panel discuss the away allocation that was given by the Tribesmen, and should they have given more tickets to the visitors?(38:06) – Luke is joined by Irish Daily Mirror Football Correspondent Paul O’Hehir to share his opinion on the League of Ireland opening weekend.Afterwards, Paul gives us the latest information (as of Monday 19th February) on what is happening with the FAI’s search for a new Republic of Ireland manager as time ticks on with international matches coming up in March.(1:05:08) Luke closes the show and reads out the fixtures for the weekend ahead.Listen, rate and subscribe on your podcast platform of choice! Support the Show.
(00:23) – On this week’s episode, Luke Jordan and Tom O’Connor reflect on the President’s Cup match. Which players stood out on the day; can we take anything from the game ahead of the league kick off? We hear from Shamrock Rovers’ Stephen Bradley, and Trevor Clarke, and St. Patrick’s Athletics’ Jon Daly and Ruairi Keating. As promised, we have our Premier Division Preview Show (along with Kerry FC!)(23:20) Broadcaster Stephen Doyle on Bohemians (47:20) Derry Journal’s Simon Collins on Derry City(1:09:00) LMFM’s David Sheehan on Drogheda United(1:30:40) Football journalist James Rogers on Dundalk (1:54:45) extratime.com’s Paul Corcoran on Galway United (2:11:54) The 1895 Podcast’s Steven Doddy on Shelbourne(2:30:30) extratime.com’s Donal Ryan on Sligo Rovers(2:46:43) The Kerrymen Podcast on Kerry FC (3:00:38) Luke and Tom wrap up the Premier Division Preview Show as they run through the fixtures for the opening weekend. Support the Show.
(00:23) – Welcome back to the opening show of the new season, now with a slightly different name but featuring the same familiar faces: Luke Jordan, Macdara Ferris, and Tom O’Connor. They share their hopes for the upcoming year and discuss the nature of the President’s Cup game: is it a glorified friendly or a competitive match?(12:25) – Macdara Ferris offers a preview of Shamrock Rovers, pondering what success looks like for the team this season(23:55) – The conversation turns to St. Patrick’s Athletic and their potential for the year. Can they mount a challenge to Rovers for their crown?(33:32) – Updates on the search for the next Irish manager are shared. The discussion covers whether Carsley is likely to take the Irish job and why Neil Lennon might be an unpopular choice(45:30) – Introduction of the First Division Preview Show concept to our loyal listeners(50:30) – Phillip Morrissey provides his insights on Cork City(52:40) – Ronan McCarthy speaks about Wexford(57:00) – James Byrne discusses Bray Wanderers(1:02:23) – Rory Morrow talks about Finn Harps(1:07:28) – Rory Merriman sheds light on UCD(1:11:15) – Andrew Dempsey interviews UCD manager Willie O’Connor following their Leinster Senior Cup match against St. Patrick’s Athletic(1:15:35) – Andrew Dempsey returns to discuss Longford Town(1:20:35) – Tom Stafford provides his perspective on Cobh Ramblers(1:26:54) – The Talk is Treaty Podcast focuses on Treaty United(1:30:48) – Luke and Tom wrap up the opening show.Support the Show.
Part One: Luke Jordan is joined by Macdara Ferris on the podcast as they review the FIFA Women’s World Cup, including Ireland’s performance at the tournament. Luke speaks about his experience at the tournament after being in Australia the past month. Part Two: In the second half, Luke talks to former League of Ireland forward Danny North. Danny discusses his career, coming though at Grimsby, issues at his hometown club, coming to Ireland, his time at St. Pats, his memories at Sligo Rovers, Shamrock Rovers, injuries, his coaching journey and much more. Part Three:In the final, Luke and Macdara review the Irish teams in Europe as Macdara breaks down the coefficient and prize money. The lads also look at the draw for the Quarter Final of the FAI Cup.Support the Show.
This week, Dónal Ryan and Macdara Ferris look back on the opening round of the FAI Cup and ahead to what faces the LOI clubs in Europe, Gemma McGuinness joins after helping Galway United become All-Island champions, and Longford Town's Gary Armstrong looks back on his season so farTime stamps:FAI Cup and Europe: (00:59)Gemma McGuinness: (23:42)Gary Armstrong: (46:26)Support the Show.
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Part One: (00:22)Luke Jordan is joined by Macdara Ferris on the podcast as they review the Irish women’s team last game against France at home before they headed down under for the 2023 FIFA World Cup. Macdara reported on the game for extratime.com and caught up with Sinead Farrelly and Marrissa Sheva to gather their thoughts post-match. Part Two: (20:37)In the second half, Sligo Rovers midfielder Lukas Browning is on to talk about the Bit O’Red’s season so far. He tells us how he is getting on in the west of Ireland and shares his frustatrion with the season so far. He discusses his own football journey, from playing in Sweden, moving over to Ireland as a teenage to play with St. Kevin’s F.C. where he played with Dara O’Shea, among others. Togging out for Ireland and Sweden internationally at underage level and the difference between the two camps, playing with Declan Rice, signing for FC Twente, and much more. Part Three: (43:22)Luke is joined by newly appointed Hyderabad first team manager Conor Nestor in the Indian Super League. Conor shares his unique coaching journey which took him from Limerick F.C. to Cambodia where he made a successful career for himself in Asia. He discusses why he left Ireland, what life is like in Cambodia, the standard of football and the country’s footballing infrastructure and much more. Part Four: (1:22:51)Luke and Macdara round up the show. Support the Show.
Part One: (00:22)Luke Jordan is joined by Macdara Ferris on the podcast once again as they continue the build-up to the FIFA Women’s World Cup edges closer. The Republic of Ireland take on France on Thursday as Macdara give his thoughts on their last game in Dublin before they leave for Australia. We also hear from Megan Connolly, Lilly Agg and Denise O’Sullivan as they look ahead to representing Ireland at the tournament this month. The lads also discuss the latest in the Vera Pauw and NWSL scandal after fresh reports emerged this week. Part Two: (27:00)In the second half, Leo Gaxha of Kerry F.C. is on the show to talk to Luke. Gaxha speaks about the clubs first year in the League of Ireland, being an amateur club in the First Division, the progression he feels the team has made in a short space of time and being a local player for the club. He also chats about his own persona journey from playing for Tralee Dynamos to going over to Sheffield United at 15 years old, what it’s like playing in a Premier League academy, togging out for Albania underage sides and the difficulties he experienced growing up in Ireland. Part Three: (46:25)For the final part, Luke and Macdara look back at the latest action in the SSE Airtricity League as Rovers lose to Dundalk and St. Pats hammer UCD. Macdara gives his preview ahead of Shamrock Rovers Champions League first round qualifier home tie against Icelandic side Breiðablik. We also hear from Shamrock Rovers Women’s Head Coach Collie O’Neill after their 3-2 win against Glentoran in the Avenir Cup. Support the Show.
Part One: (00:22) Luke Jordan is joined on the extratime.com by Stephen Kavanagh for the first half as the lads give their views on the latest international break as Stephen Kenny’s Republic of Ireland side. Despite the win against minnows Gibraltar, defeat in Athens as seriously dented Irelands hopes of qualifying for Germany 2024. Is it Kenny’s fault? Is it time to go? We also hear some thoughts from some Irish fans. Part Two: (24:30) This week Brighton and Hove Albion U21 assistant coach Gary Dicker is on the podcast. Gary discusses his role at Brighton, the structure of a Premier League academy, the effect of Brexit on Irish players, the development of Evan Ferguson, his thoughts on Stephen Kenny and Ireland and much more. Part Three: (1:27:07) Finally, Macdara Ferris is on to give his report on the Republic of Ireland’s WNT victory in their World Cup warmup friendly v Zambia. We also hear from Head Coach Vera Pauw and goalscorer Claire O’Riordan. Support the Show.
Part One: Luke Jordan is joined on the extratime.com podcast by Paul O’Hehir from the Irish Daily Mirror as they look ahead to a huge game for Ireland as the Boys in Green travel to Greece in a European Qualifier. Is it make or break for Stephen Kenny? Part Two: Perth Glory midfielder Aaron McEneff is on the podcast this week to chat about his recent move to Australia. The former Derry player talks about how he’s settled in down under, how the move came about, the standard of the A-League, and his first season over there. He also discusses his reasons for leaving Hearts, reflects on his time at Shamrock Rovers and gives his thoughts on Derry City this season. Part Three: Finally, Luke and Macdara are reunited on the show as Macdara discusses his travel stories in Istanbul after travelling over to report on the UEFA Champions League Final between Manchester City and Inter Milan for extratime.com. Support the Show.