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  • 15 minutes 31 seconds
    FOOTBALL DAILY: The return of the Egyptian King, wash your hands Chelsea, and Dundalk's Leonard coveted by a host of clubs

    On Friday's Football Daily, Phil Egan has the latest ahead of the return of the Premier League.

    Arne Slot gets ready to welcome back Salah... next week.

    Liam Rosenior's Chelsea struck down by a virus.

    Why Manchester United need to get their next appointment right.

    Aston Villa ship Donyell Malen to Roma as Ferguson faces more competition.

    Dundalk's Vinnie Leonard linked to a host of Premier League clubs.

    Nuno Espirito Santo wants Paquetá future resolved.

    Spurs dealt injury blow.

    Parker wants Burnley reinforcements.

    And should V-A-R be binned altogether?

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    16 January 2026, 1:10 pm
  • 30 minutes 39 seconds
    FINAL ONE STANDING: ‘I’d have concerns about how Spurs are run!’ | The Manchester Derby

    Ger Gilroy is joined in studio by Ben Symes and Mick McCarthy for this week’s Final One Standing, as the Premier League returns following a weekend break for the FA Cup, and there’s the small matter of the Manchester Derby to discuss. 

    Lee Phelps from William Hill also joins the lads to preview the weekend’s action. 

    The Final One Standing on Off The Ball with William Hill.

    16 January 2026, 12:30 pm
  • 33 minutes 1 second
    THE KICK OFF: “A Nation Holds Its Breath'': The Art Of Commentary With George Hamilton

    The voice of Irish football for decades.

    Cathal is joined by broadcaster George Hamilton for this special episode of The Kick Off. The lads chat about the art of match commentary and what goes into bringing the game to life.

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    16 January 2026, 12:06 pm
  • 22 minutes 19 seconds
    FINAL ONE STANDING: ‘I can’t see how Manchester City don’t win this game!’ | The Manchester Derby

    Ger Gilroy is joined in studio by Ben Symes and Mick McCarthy for this week’s Final One Standing, as the Premier League returns following a weekend break for the FA Cup, and there’s the small matter of the Manchester Derby to discuss. 

    Lee Phelps from William Hill also joins the lads to preview the weekend’s action. 

    The Final One Standing on Off The Ball with William Hill.

    16 January 2026, 12:00 pm
  • 8 minutes 54 seconds
    KEITH FRIDAY | "It's a strange one!" | Hattricks, rival jerseys, and more! | Keith Treacy | OTB

    It's Colm Boohig, Arthur O'Dea, Dara Smith-Naughton, and Keith… Friday! They're here to answer your nosiest and wackiest questions to welcome in the weekend

    Off The Ball Breakfast every weekday from 7:30AM

    16 January 2026, 4:01 am
  • 9 minutes 57 seconds
    FOOTBALL DAILY | Hat-trick hero Parrott strikes again, could Kelleher go to Chelsea? And Shels splash the cash

    On Thursday's Football Daily, Phil Egan has the latest from the Netherlands as Troy Parrott nets a hat-trick against Ajax.

    Parrott condemns Ajax to their worst defeat in 99 years,

    Arsenal take the advantage in the EFL Cup.

    Liam Rosenior takes the blame for Chelsea goalkeeping mishaps.

    Could Kelleher end up at Chelsea?

    AFCON final decided, as Mane pays tribute to Salah.

    Shelbourne spend big on Odhran Casey.

    Armstrong Oko-Flex is on the move in Bulgaria.

    Real Madrid suffer defeat under Alvaro Arbeloa in their first game.

    And should Johnny Kenny stay at Celtic?

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    15 January 2026, 1:01 pm
  • 45 minutes 49 seconds
    WORD ON THE STREET Ep.33 'Lights, Camera, Action' | What makes a good sports doc? | Flops and success stories | Off The Ball

    Happy Thursday everyone! Word On The Street is back asking for YOUR opinions. This week we wanted to know all about your favourite sports documentaries. Are you a Drive to Survive fan who binged the series over Covid? Or are you a committed golf fan who loved the access of Full Swing? We discuss it all!

    Have a topic or thought in mind? Send us a DM on @offtheball on all our social platforms or send us a WhatsApp at 087 9 180 180!

    15 January 2026, 1:01 pm
  • 55 minutes 6 seconds
    'GET OUT OF CELTIC... ' | Kenny's future | Which Irish players should make January moves? | Is Scottish football good for Irish development? | OUTSIDE THE BOX

    Join Matthew Brennan, Ben Symes and David Wilson as they debate which Irish players should move where during the January transfer window?

    Off The Ball and the League of Ireland announce 3 more years.

    Gavin Bazunu gets his move to Stoke City, but is that a good move for his career?

    Where will Andrew Moran end up, and was his spell in the MLS good for his development?

    What Irish players desperately need moves to have a chance of getting into the March squad?

    Celtic might have steadied the ship once more with Martin O'Neill but is that where Johnny Kenny should stay?

    And is Scottish football a good place for Irish players to develop their careers? Heated discussion ensues.

    And as ever, we are looking for your inspiration to help us, fancy getting in touch?

    You can do so my emailing [email protected]

    Contact us on socials @offtheball across all our platforms.

    Or if you want to contact us directly message the @offtheball.football account on Instagram.

    And as ever, we are on WhatsApp on 087 9 180 180.

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    14 January 2026, 5:00 pm
  • 5 minutes 44 seconds
    BARRY ROBSON: 'Nothing in football comes easy...' | Cork City's new boss on taking them back to the top

    Cork City's new man in charge Barry Robson spoke to Red FM's Ruairi O'Hagan ahead of the new season and what his plans are to take the club back to the Premier Division.

    Will Seani Maguire be staying? And how do you get the best out of this current group of players?

    League of Ireland on Off The Ball with Rockshore 0.0

    14 January 2026, 3:50 pm
  • 13 minutes 8 seconds
    FOOTBALL DAILY | Off The Ball announce bumper LOI rights deal | Shamrock Rovers welcome Dundalk to kick off the season's coverage

    On Wednesday's Football Daily, Phil Egan has the latest as Off The Ball and the League of Ireland increase their rights to broadcast games on national radio in a 3-year deal.

    Shamrock Rovers take on Dundalk in the opening game.

    Pep fumes over VAR decision.

    Eddie Howe says his side aren't out of things just yet.

    Liam Rosenior praises Mikel Arteta's Arsenal.

    Arteta wants to build a winning mentality.

    Michael Carrick is in the United hotseat.

    Evan Ferguson faces competition for Roma staring spot.

    And AFCON final set to to be decided.

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    14 January 2026, 1:30 pm
  • 35 minutes 56 seconds
    THE COYGIG POD Ep. 166 | WSL Returns! | O'Sullivan rumours | Man City's strengths | Off The Ball

    The WSL is back after the winter break and so is the COYGIG podcast! Join Scarlett Herron and Karen Duggan as they chat through the latest transfer rumours, the WSL title race, and much, much more.

    The COYGIG Pod on Off The Ball with Cadbury #CadburySupporterAndAHalf 

    14 January 2026, 10:00 am
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