The Football Pod

Westmeath stun Meath, lucky Dubs escape Wicklow, Louth take charge, Derry statement

Mon, 20 Apr 2026 12:50:00 +0000

The Football Pod has landed and we've been given our first shock of the championship, Westmeath dumping their neighbours Meath out, they'll face Kildare next. Dublin survive a mighty Wicklow effort, and get set to take on Louth. We're looking at the Ulster ties and next weekends Football too.

Chapters
(01:00) - Westmeath dump Meath out of Leinster; Freedom, Defending, Intent.
(14:00) - Louth smash Wexford; eyeing-up Dublin, Devlin influence and depth.
(22:00) - Dublin survive in Wicklow; missed chances, Small influence, Dubs worries.
(37:00) - Derry and Monaghan get the job done, six big games coming next weekend.

Thank you for tuning in, we'll be back next Monday after another weekend of Championship football.

Championship bottle; Armagh survive, Mighty Leitrim, Leinster threats, Red cards fallout

Mon, 13 Apr 2026 11:28:00 +0000

The Football Pod is coming at you after the opening weekend of the 2026 SFC. Armagh outlast Tyrone, just about. Leitrim secure a Sligo scalp. Cork get the job done. Mayo and Roscommon set-up a semi-final meeting - and are the Leinster big dogs coming in cold under a bit of pressure this weekend? We get stuck into it all. Enjoy.

Chapters
(01:00) - The Masters, Playa Blanca and Championship is back.
(05:00) - Leitrim beat Sligo, Martin McGowan v Mickey Graham, Barry McNulty stars.
(09:00) - Mayo hit London for 31. Roscommon win in NY but Cregg is sent off.
(14:00) - Sheedy catches the eye for Cork. Waterford fall short in Tipp three-peat.
(18:00) - Leinster run-down; Wicklow chip on shoulder, Laois win, Westmeath dangers.
(30:00) - How Armagh defeated Tyrone - McGeeney tactics, Tyrone's status.
(48:00) - Conaty's man-markers, Championship edge, Leinster quarter-finals.

Thank you for tuning in, we'll be back next Monday after another weekend of Championship football.

Big Championship Preview, Provincial Predictions, Armagh v Tyrone, Ger Brennan's ban

Tue, 07 Apr 2026 16:48:00 +0000

The Football Pod's big Provincial Championships Preview has landed; we're taking a look at the biggest talking points, the stories from the four provinces and the nine games kickstarting it all this weekend. Enjoy

Chapters
(01:00) - Giddiness on Championship eve
(16:00) - Ger Brennan's 3 month ban, Conor Lane and Michael Murphy.
(28:00) - Provincial predictions - memories, players to watch, winners and shocks?
(42:00) - Looking at the 9 games on Week 1 - Armagh-Tyrone, 20s debate, Waterford rising.

Thank you for tuning in, we'll be back next Monday reacting to the opening weekend of Championship Football.

Donegal rip Kerry apart, Murphy incident, Meath take down Cork, Carlow celebrations, Hooter-gate

Mon, 30 Mar 2026 13:30:00 +0000

The Football Pod is here; Donegal lay down a marker, Meath momentum, Cork threats, Kerry questions, Down survive, Carlow-Longford epic. The lads get stuck into the four Football league finals from the weekend. Enjoy

Chapters
(01:00) - The weekend in Croke Park
(04:00) - How Donegal took Kerry apart - kickouts, starving Clifford, revenge.
(21:00) - The Michael Murphy incident.
(28:00) - Meath beat Cork in the Div. 2 final - finishers, midfield edge, progress?
(43:00) - The Hooter Debate
(49:00) - Carlow Celebrations

Thank you for tuning in, we'll be back next Monday building up to the opening weekend of Championship Football.

D-Day Drama, Kerry-Donegal the final we wanted, Meath-Cork boom, Longford and Wexford heroics

Mon, 23 Mar 2026 17:27:00 +0000

The Football Pod has landed - after a dramatic seven rounds of league football, it’s all over - bar the finals - promotion and relegation spots have been divvied out and we’re breaking it all down. James picks his top 10 forwards and we pay tribute to the late Michael Lyster.

Chapters
(01:00) - Donegal-Kerry final, Dublin down in Galway, Div. 1 School Grades.
(31:00) - Longford and Wexford heroics seal promotion
(36:00) - Michael Lyster tribute
(39:00) - Meath and Cork rise, Kildare disappoint, Mulroy magic.
(55:00) - James’ Top 10 forwards after the 2026 leagues.

Thank you for tuning in, we'll be back next Monday talking through the four league finals and building up the 2026 provincial championships.

The Football Pod: League chaos, Louth surge, Kerry smash Mayo, Armagh catch Dublin, Meath’s forward play

Mon, 16 Mar 2026 17:52:00 +0000

The Football Pod is here, in the midst of the biggest week so far of the intercounty season - after the penultimate round of the league, we’re all gearing up for Round 7. Paddy, James and Tommy break down the games, and look forward to a blockbuster day of action next Sunday.

Chapters
(01:00) - Division 3 and 4 chaos tops a crazy sports weekend
(09:00) - Division 2 rundown as Meath and Cork take the driving seat.
(34:00) - Armagh beat Dublin - how and why.
(50:00) - Roscommon beat Donegal, Kerry’s scary display.

Thank you for tuning in, we'll be back next Monday breaking down all the action from the final round of the leagues.

Relegation and Promotion contenders collide in Round 6, Club All-Stars, Friday Night GAA?

Mon, 09 Mar 2026 14:20:00 +0000

The Football Pod is back ahead of round 6 of the league - the lads take a look at the key games from all four divisions and some of the stories emerging ahead of a crucial weekend.

Chapters
(01:00) - Hurling, Rugby, Gareth Bale and golf lessons.
(04:00) - The 25/26 Club All-Stars
(09:00) - The Friday Night GAA question?
(16:00) - Div 3 breakdown - who’ll join Down?
(24:00) - Div 4 promotion chasers.
(29:00) - Croker double header: Meath-Tyrone, Dublin-Armagh
(40:00) - Louth-Derry, Cork-Kildare and Kerry-Mayo.

Thank you for tuning in, we'll be back next Monday breaking down all the action.

Derry and Meath chase Div. 1, how to attack with intent, Dublin bounce back, Mayo-Armagh fallout

Mon, 02 Mar 2026 16:21:00 +0000

The Football Pod has landed - and Paddy, James and Tommy get stuck into all the action from Round 5. We're kicking off with the top of Division 2 - as Derry, Meath, Louth and Tyrone pick up big wins. Tommy was in Castlebar for Mayo-Armagh and we're looking at Dublin's win in Roscommon too. All of that and much more - enjoy

Chapters
(01:00) - Team Bonding and an Irish word a day.
(04:00) - Derry hammer Cork as Cleary's boys head to Portugal.
(11:00) - Meath take care of Kildare and forwards playing with aggression
(22:00) - Around the Grounds: Louth goals, Div. 4 goes bananas as cluster chase Down in Div. 3.
(26:00) - Are the Dubs back? Roscommon beaten. Bonus for Brennan. Brigid's stars return.
(36:00) - Mayo keep winning. Armagh keep losing - Kobe impact, Mayo danger, Armagh depth.
(47:00) - Galway's draw with Donegal and Kerry win at their ease.

Thank you for tuning in, we'll be back next week looking ahead to Round 6 of the National Football League.

Moving Week, Kobe McDonald, Louth's Clinic, Poor Dublin, Armagh's issue, Cork big W

Mon, 23 Feb 2026 14:48:00 +0000

The Football Pod is up and out after an interesting weekend in the National Football League, a certain Mayo star announces himself, Tyrone fall to Louth, Dublin dissapoint, Armagh have questions, and Cork, Roscommon, Donegal and Down just keep on winning.

Chapters
(01:00) - Poor Dublin, Kerry's spring
(09:00) - Donegal hold off Armagh.
(19:00) - Roscommon catch Galway.
(23:00) - Kobe McDonald debut as Mayo beat Monaghan.
(31:00) - Cork's big win against Meath.
(39:00) - How Louth beat Tyrone and the Canavan question.
(46:00) - Around the Grounds - highlights from Division 4, 3 and 2.

The Football Pod is brought to you every week, thanks to AIB. Proud supporters of the AIB All-Ireland club championships for men’s football, hurling, ladies football and Camogie. Because we believe support is what gets you the life you’re truly after.

Chaos and Crazy Comebacks, Ravenous Rossies, Kickout Piggery, Two-Point Kings, Pod Listeners have their say

Sun, 15 Feb 2026 23:48:00 +0000

The Football Pod is back and getting stuck into a mad round 3 of the National Football League, thanks for all of your comments and questions too, we get to them in part two, enjoy!

Chapters
(01:00) - Pays to be brave, risk v safety: Jack Flynn and Barry McNulty star in comebacks
(18:00) - Roscommon hold Armagh off after a savage start!
(25:00) - Galway clip Kerry - how?
(35:00) - Donegal put Mayo away - Roarty vs. ROD, Conor O'Donnell on the rise, Donegal power.
(35:00) - Around the Grounds - highlights from Division 4, 3 and 2.
(43:00) - Football Pod community questions

Big boys clash in Donegal v Mayo, Tyrone and Louth's challenge, Sigerson Cup chances

Wed, 11 Feb 2026 15:20:00 +0000

The Football Pod is back and looking forward to a major weekend in the National Football Leagues - we pick out some of the feature games in Division 2 and Division 1, we're also chatting ahead of the 2026 Sigerson Cup final in Croke Park tonight, as UL take on UCC.

Chapters
(01:00) - The Pod at the Premier League and Sigerson Cup final preview.
(14:00) - Around the Grounds: round 3 fixtures in Division 3 and 4.
(18:00) - Tyrone v Cavan - the fine line between trouble and promotion.
(27:00) - Louth's mental challenge v Meath's new-found size.
(35:00) - Big boys clash - Donegal v Mayo preview
(43:00) - Relegation calling - Dublin v Monaghan

Dublin's sticky transition, Galway sneak by Armagh, Derry end the drought and Division 2 drama

Sun, 01 Feb 2026 23:32:00 +0000

Bank Holiday Sunday Pod as we get stuck into all the Football - Galway sneak a win in Armagh, we hear about Tommy's trip to Castlebar for Dublin v Mayo, the lads are talking the drama around the grounds, and knowing when to call it a day.

Chapters
(01:00) - League trends, chasing skill levels, Dublin's sticky transition
(18:00) - Mayo-Dublin run-through, Moran's second win, soft red card?
(21:00) - McGeeney on fisted points, Finnerty pushing Galway on.
(38:00) - Donegal-Kerry - the shadow rematch
(45:00) - Around the Grounds: Division 2-4 drama, as Leinster counties soar high.

We hope you enjoyed The Football Pod Club series, which we brought to a close last week, with our special show in Dingle, with Paul Geaney and Dylan Geaney.

Mayo excite under Moran, new stars emerge, hooters and drama, guts and glory as leagues return

Sun, 25 Jan 2026 22:53:00 +0000

We fly through a brilliant weekend of Football - focusing on Mayo's win in Galway, how Donegal looked against Dublin and all of the fun in Division 2. Enjoy

Chapters
(01:00) - Brilliant Week 1 of the NFL, Dingle fun, Dorgu shenanigans.
(07:00) - Mayo under Moran, breaking down an exciting tussle with Galway.
(21:00) - Donegal comfortable v Dublin, McGuinness ain't budging.
(36:00) - Rossies hard done by, TK shines for Kerry, Armagh clip Monaghan.
(40:00) - Around the Grounds: standout moments and results from Div. 3 and 4.
(44:00) - D2 Promotion contenders: Cork survive Cavan, Louth hold off Offaly, Meath beat Derry, Tyrone-Kildare draw.
(55:00) - Players who caught the eye and listeners correspondence.

We hope you enjoyed The Football Pod Club series, which we brought to a close last week, with our special show in Dingle, with Paul Geaney and Dylan Geaney.

Tuesday Club with Dingle’s All-Ireland Champions | Paul and Dylan Geaney join The Football Pod Club

Wed, 21 Jan 2026 20:03:00 +0000

Welcome to Dingle, the home of the AIB All-Ireland Senior Club Football Champions. Paul Geaney and Dylan Geaney join The Football Pod Club to talk us through the makings of the All-Ireland club champions, Daingean Uí Chúis. You will learn so much about the journey and story of this team and the town - and how they rose to win all around them. Enjoy

Chapters...
(00:00) - Welcome to Daingean Uí Chúis
(05:00) - The stories behind the final: meetings, injuries, new-borns and nerves.
(18:00) - The moments that matter: comebacks, recoveries, Whakapapa and team photos.
(37:00) - Paul’s epic speech, as Gaeilge, why it meant to much
(45:00) - Inside the famous meeting of Diseart in 2018, and bringing it to life.
(55:00) - Chorca Dhuibhne, the town, the school, and the celebrations.
(01:07:00) - Kerry Football quickfire - captaincy, future and potential

There's all of that and so much more across our hour with Dylan and Paul Geaney, recorded in Geaneys bar in Dingle on the Tuesday after the Sunday.

Top of Bín Bán by Pa Sheehy, written and recorded about Dingle’s epic journey soundtracks the beautiful shots captured by our video team around Chorca Dhuibhne. You can watch the podcast on YouTube too.

The Football Pod Club on Off the Ball…brought to you in partnership with AIB. Proud supporters of the AIB All-Ireland club championships for men’s football, hurling, ladies football and Camogie. Because we believe support is what gets you the life you’re truly after.

#GAA #GaelicFootball #TheFootballPod

Dingle’s incredible All-Ireland final tussle with St. Brigid’s, 2026 National Football Leagues preview

Mon, 19 Jan 2026 15:10:00 +0000

The Football Pod talk through perhaps the greatest All-Ireland club final any of us have ever witnessed as Dingle break St. Brigid’s hearts and secure an historic victory for their club - we’re talking about the brilliant performances on both sides, and the moments that made the difference. We’ve also got our 2026 NFL preview as we run through the four divisions.

Chapters
(01:00) - Dingle’s All-Ireland final win against St. Brigid’s - breaking down an epic
(34:00) - The Leagues - Division 4 to 1, contenders, trouble and potential.

On Wednesday we’re bringing you a special episode of The Football Pod Club from Dingle, with the All-Ireland Senior Club Champions - be sure to watch on YouTube or listen on podcast.

You can listen or watch back our first three episodes now; with Kerry's All-Ireland winners, Gavin White and Shane Ryan. Galway manager Padraic Joyce, and an hour with Dublin's All-Ireland winning duo - Carla Rowe and Sinead Goldrick.

Glory to An Ghaeltacht, Dingle-St. Brigids match-ups, old habits and new trends for 2026

Sun, 11 Jan 2026 22:32:00 +0000

As the Junior and Intermediate All-Ireland winners are crowned, The Football Pod are back - we’re looking at the two finals from this weekend before turning attention to the Dingle-St. Brigid's showdown next Sunday. We're talking new trends, old habits and so much more.

Chapters
(01:00) - New year, new James, brilliant Jessie Buckley, Paddy’s bench press.
(08:00) - An Ghaeltacht beat Glenullin - old habits rear its head.
(18:00) - Ballymacelligot claim Junior - Kerry dominance. Ciaran Bogue’s dummy.
(22:00) - Previewing Dingle vs. St. Brigids - match-ups, tactics, predictions.
(38:00) - Trends and new players emerging, McGrath & O’Byrne cup memories

The first three episodes of The Football Pod Club series are out now, and we’re sitting down with the All-Ireland Senior Club Champions next Wednesday for the final episode of the series.

Dingle Magic downs Ballyboden, St Brigids figure out Scotstown, Referee drama, Pre-Season fodder

Sun, 04 Jan 2026 23:18:00 +0000

Your Monday episode of The Football Pod returns - and what an opening weekend of Football we had to 2026 - Tommy, James and Paddy get stuck into Dingle's remarkable comeback against Ballyboden, and look at how St. Brigid's got the better of Scotstown. We're casting our eye over some of the county stories around the pre-season games and much more too. Enjoy, and a Happy New Year from The Football Pod.

Chapters

(01:00) - Christmas breaks, winter ball and frozen fields
(08:00) - St. Brigids figure out Scotstown to reach final.
(21:00) - How Dingle flipped the script on Ballyboden.
(33:00) - An Ghaeltacht's controversial winner
(39:00) - Instagram Q&A, County pre-season round-up

The first three episodes of The Football Pod Club series are out now - Ep. 1 was with two of Kerry's brilliant All-Ireland winning team, Gavin White and Shane Ryan. Episode 2 is with Galway manager and legend, Padraic Joyce, whilst we recorded Ep. 3 with two of Dublin's All-Ireland winning heroes - captain Carla Rowe, and the brilliant Sinead Goldrick.

Sinead Goldrick and Carla Rowe on Dublin's Rise and the AFLW Surge | The Football Pod Club

Wed, 17 Dec 2025 12:00:00 +0000

Welcome back to The Football Pod Club - it’s our third episode of the series, and we’re joined by two superstars of the women's game, Dublin's All-Ireland winning captain Carla Rowe and her county teammate, Sinead Goldrick - the Dublin and Foxrock-Cabinteely legend who also stars in the AFLW. Do enjoy.

CHAPTERS
(00:30) - Goldrick and Rowe join The Football Pod Club.
(02:00) - The AFLW experience vs. The LGFA
(12:00) - How far can the women's football go in Ireland?
(25:00) - Winning in 2025 - why was it different for the Dubs?
(32:00) - Club journeys.
(44:00) - Legacy, family and why we play sport.
(01:03:00) - Using hurt as fuel for success
(01:06:00) - Growing the game and what's next?

There's all of that and so much more across our time with Sinead Goldrick and Carla Rowe, recorded in the gorgeous Killian's pub in Naul, in North Co. Dublin at the start of December.

The Football Pod Club on Off the Ball…in partnership with AIB. Proud supporters of the AIB All-Ireland club championships for men’s football, hurling, ladies football and Camogie. Because we believe support is what gets you the life you’re truly after.

Ep. 4 will be recorded and released in mid-January around the All-Ireland Club Finals - and as always, The Football Pod is available to watch on Off the Ball’s YouTube for free and to listen in on ‘OTB GAA’ and The Football Pod podcast feeds. Thank you for listening in.

The Football Pod: Sherlock-Geaney shootout, Dingle-Barrs rules debate, Ballyboden win, Kilcoo-Scotstown

Mon, 08 Dec 2025 17:28:00 +0000

It's your Monday episode of The Football Pod - after a classic Munster Club Football Final - Tommy, James and Paddy get stuck into it all, from the midfield warfare, to the controversial decisions and the shooters exhibition. We had our Leinster Football final and plenty of action from the Junior and Intermediate deciders also. Enjoy.

Chapters
(01:00) - Glorious Football on show in the Munster Club final.
(11:00) - The Decision - debating Dingle's last minute free...
(26:00) - Ballyboden beat Athy - proper contenders.
(32:00) - Junior/Intermediate Club finals. Brian Hayes the footballer
(35:00) - Next Guests on TFP Club revealed - Kilcoo v Scotstown

The Football Pod Club series is back - and our first two episodes are out right now. The first episode is already out with two of Kerry's brilliant All-Ireland winning team, Gavin White and Shane Ryan. Episode 2 is with Galway manager and legend, Padraic Joyce. If you missed it, go watch it back.

Episode 3 is released on Wednesday 17th December with two of Dublin's All-Ireland winning heroes - captain Carla Rowe, and the brilliant Sinead Goldrick.

Padraic Joyce on a life in Football and Galway’s pursuit of Sam, 25 years on | The Football Pod Club

Wed, 03 Dec 2025 11:00:00 +0000

Welcome back to The Football Pod Club - it’s the second episode of our winter series, and we’re delighted to have sat down for a brilliant chat with Padraic Joyce to chat about his phenomenal playing career, being an intercounty manager in 2026, and Galway’s pursuit of Sam Maguire.

CHAPTERS
(00:30) - Padraic Joyce joins The Football Pod Club
(02:00) - Killererin GAA - then and now, and the power of the club
(12:00) - Captaining Ireland, AFL poachers, should International Rules return?
(25:00) - Tralee Superstars and Sigerson Cup memories
(32:00) - ‘98 & ‘01, Galway’s breakthrough, ‘Johnno’ and the barren years
(44:00) - Being an intercounty manager - who Padraic learned from and Galway’s journey
(53:00) - All-Ireland final defeat in ‘24 and impact of the new rules in 2025.
(01:03:00) - Secret sessions with uncle Billy before the 2004 County Final
(01:06:00) - Paddy Joyce and his impact on his son, Padraic.
(01:11:00) - 25 years on from Galway’s last All-Ireland in 2001.

All of that and so much more across our time with Padraic Joyce, recorded in Killererin GAA’s clubhouse in North Galway at the start of November.

The Football Pod Club on Off the Ball…in partnership with AIB. Proud supporters of the AIB All-Ireland club championships for men’s football, hurling, ladies football and Camogie. Because we believe support is what gets you the life you’re truly after.

Keep an eye out for Episode 3 of the series, which drops on Wednesday, December 17th.

Ep. 4 will be recorded and released in mid-January around the All-Ireland Club Finals - and as always, The Football Pod is available to watch on Off the Ball’s YouTube for free and to listen in on ‘OTB GAA’ and The Football Pod podcast feeds.

Scotstown-Newbridge epic, the semi-pro era, club-county divide, special guest reveal

Mon, 01 Dec 2025 18:35:00 +0000

Welcome back to The Football Pod - plenty to get stuck into, as always - it’s Tommy, James and Paddy looking back on an interesting weekend of action on the club scene, with plenty of stories worth looking at in the county game too. Enjoy!

Chapters
(01:00) - Tommy at the Plaza, GAA image rights, pre-season camps and the Provincial draw.
(20:00) - Revealing our special guest for the Football Pod Club - out this week!
(27:00) - Scotstown just about beat Newbridge - Ulster credentials, Derry pedigree.
(34:00) - Tubberclair-Hunterstown madness and St. Brigids find a way past Maigh Cuillin.
(38:00) - Glen’s letter - split-season, club-county divide, development squads too powerful?

The Football Pod Club series is back - and the second episode of our four-part series, lands this Wednesday, December 3rd, right here in your podcast feed. The first episode is already out with two of Kerry's brilliant All-Ireland winning team, Gavin White and Shane Ryan. If you missed it, go watch it back.

Pod therapy, new rules, new trends, boot deals, torture of injuries, club powerhouses

Tue, 25 Nov 2025 23:00:00 +0000

Welcome back to The Football Pod - Paddy, James and Tommy are talking shop; from GAA boot deals, retiring stars tortured by injuries, to the new trends emerging amongst the first club campaign under the new rules...hope you enjoy, we'll be back over the next two Mondays, breaking down the AIB All-Ireland provincial club finals.

Chapters
(01:00) - Pod check-in, Nike boot deals, ALFW all-stars dominated by Irish.
(19:00) - Ulster delayed: Kilcoo dominate Erne Gaels, Scotstown-Newbridge - suspensions and postponements.
(27:00) - Clash of Styles? Dingle and the Barrs to meet in a box-office Final. Eire Og and Mungret dismantled.
(34:00) - Preview: Leinster semi-finals and Connacht Final - intermediate and junior ties catching the eye.
(40:00) - County news: Conor Meyler forced to retire, Sean Powter takes a year out - the torture of injuries in sport.

The Football Pod Club series is back - and the first episode is live with two of Kerry's brilliant All-Ireland winning team. If you missed it, go watch it back - Ep. 2 lands next Wednesday, December 3rd, right here in your podcast feed. With our third episode arriving two weeks later!

The Football Pod is brought to you every week with thanks to AIB. Proud supporters of the AIB All-Ireland club championships for men’s football, hurling, ladies football and Camogie. Because we believe support is what gets you the life you’re truly after.

Inside Kerry’s journey to All-Ireland Glory with Gavin White and Shane Ryan | The Football Pod Club

Wed, 19 Nov 2025 17:00:00 +0000

We’re back with a new run of The Football Pod Club with AIB, and where better to start this four-episode series than a deep-dive with two of Kerry’s All-Ireland Champions.

Kerry Captain, Gavin White and their All-Star goalkeeper Shane Ryan joined Paddy, James and Tommy in Killarney for a chat about their lives in Gaelic Football, and their incredible 2025 season with the Kingdom. Enjoy!

Chapters...
(00:00) - Intro
(01:30) - Club hopes and dreams, and a break in the off-season?
(06:00) - Shane Ryan’s soccer escapades and captain Gavin White.
(12:00) - 2019 reflections, nearly stopping Dublin’s five in-a-row.
(15:00) - ‘The Reluctant Goalie’ - Shane Ryan’s year out from the Kerry camp.
(20:00) - Growing as a Kerry footballer, Minors vs. Seniors debate.
(27:00) - Kerry’s 2025 journey and road to Sam
(33:00) - New rules - space, kickouts, momentum.
(38:00) - Inside Kerry’s dressing room, recovering from defeat and the doubts.
(45:00) - GAA fan culture and how the Kerry support rallied in Croke Park.
(50:00) - Gavin White on ‘The Mon’ and Killarney.
(55:00) - Shane Ryan on Rathmore’s All-Ireland run
(01:00:00) - Quickfire GAA: Jack O’Connor, Sporting Heroes, Greatest thing

There's all of that and so much more across our hour with Shane and Gavin, recorded in Jimmy Briens bar in Killarney at the end of October.

Stay tuned for Episode 2 of the series, which will be released on Wednesday, December 3rd.

Ep. 3 will be released on Wednesday, December 14th - as always, available to watch right here on Off the Ball’s YouTube for free and to listen to on The Football Pod podcast feeds.

The Pod Returns: All-Stars debate, Club heats up as County stories emerge, big interviews on the way

Wed, 12 Nov 2025 11:50:00 +0000

Welcome back to The Football Pod as we return from a wee sabbatical and catch up in a car in North Galway - shortly after recording a feature interview (more on that later) - we're talking All-Stars winners, the stories emerging as counties return to training and the clubs that are flying high in the provincial series.

We're bringing back The Football Pod Club this winter - and the first episode is out next week with two of Kerry's brilliant All-Ireland winning team. If you missed them, you can can check out last seasons episodes with Conor McManus and Rory Beggan, Aidan Forker and Conor Turbitt, Louise Ni Mhuircheartaigh and Kayleigh Cronin, and James McCarthy.

The Football Pod is brought to you every week with thanks to AIB GAA.

Live from Tubridys: Stars of the Season and Kerry kitman Colm Whelan v Tommy 😂 | The Pod in Doonbeg

Thu, 31 Jul 2025 14:12:00 +0000

Welcome along to The Football Pod as we meet up in Tubridy's Bar in Doonbeg to wrap up the mens intercounty season with a round of golf - we're picking our stars of the season and bring you inside Kerry's All-Ireland win with their kitman, Colm Whelan - who took down Tommy in Croke Park earlier in the summer...(they're friends now!)

(00:00) - Welcome to Tubridy's in Doonbeg
(10:00) - The Secret War behind Sam Maguire
(30:00) - The Football Pod Stars
(50:00) - Kerry kitman Colm Whelan

The Football Pod is brought to you every week with thanks to AIB GAA.

Sublime Kerry win Sam Maguire, Donegal plan rattled, Jack's stars shine | The Football Pod Live in Croke Park

Sun, 27 Jul 2025 19:30:00 +0000

As Kerry produced a wonderful performance to capture their 39th All-Ireland SFC title against Donegal - James O’Donoghue and Paddy Andrews join Tommy Rooney for the latest episode of The Football Pod - live from the press box in Croke Park, in the moments after the final whistle.

The Football Pod is brought to you with thanks to AIB. Proud sponsors of the All-Ireland SFC. Check out #TheToughest for more

All-Ireland Final predictions, tactics, match-ups and 3 Darts rule at The Football Pod Live in Croke Park | Part Two

Sat, 26 Jul 2025 00:06:00 +0000

Welcome to the second-half The Football Pod live from Croke Park with Tommy, Paddy, James and our special guests Mark McHugh and Kieran Donaghy - we're looking deeper at the Kerry-Donegal final this Sunday, talking match-ups, tactics and predictions - plus we also have a pair of 2025 All-Ireland SFC Final tickets to giveaway, it's all with thanks to AIB #TheToughest

Donegal-Kerry rivalries, war and tequila, Kieran Donaghy and Mark McHugh join The Football Pod Live in Croke Park

Sat, 26 Jul 2025 00:00:00 +0000

It's All-Ireland final weekend, and The Football Pod has a special treat for you, live from Croke Park! Join Tommy Rooney. James O'Donoghue, and Paddy Andrews as well as special guests Mark McHugh and Kieran Donaghy as they chat through the stories and rivalries from their own careers ahead of this weekend's All-Ireland final between Kerry and Donegal.

With thanks to AIB #TheToughest

Road To Croke Park | Football Championship pt.3 | It's a knockout!

Fri, 25 Jul 2025 12:00:00 +0000

On this final part of our Road To Croke Park series, the Football Championship reaches the knockout phase and we find out who will battle it out for Sam Maguire on Sunday.

Road To Croke Park | Football Championship pt.2 | The All Ireland Group phase

Thu, 24 Jul 2025 12:00:00 +0000

Welcome to part 2 of Football's Road To Croke Park. We've reached mid-May, when 32 teams have been whittled down to 16 and it's time for the All Ireland group phase.

Road To Croke Park | Football Championship pt.1 | The Provincials

Wed, 23 Jul 2025 12:00:00 +0000

The Road To Croke park began on the first week of April with the start of the provincial championships.

In part 1 of our three-part series, Richie McCormack tracks all four provincials from start to finish, as OTB were there every step of the way.

Donegal-Kerry build-up, Combined Fifteens Debate, Potential Bolters, All-Ireland final week

Tue, 22 Jul 2025 15:58:00 +0000

Tommy, James and Paddy begin their All-Ireland Football final week build-up as the 2025 decider between Donegal and Kerry comes into view…

(00:30) - Hurling Man Tommy and Lessons from Tipp’s Hurling Title
(18:00) - Kerry improvements and Donegal progression in 2025.
(36:00) - TFP Listener Questions
(54:00) - Debate: Combined Donegal-Kerry Fifteen

Tickets to our All-Ireland Final Roadshow in Croke Park are now on sale - check out The Football Pod on instagram to get the ticketing link in our bio or stories.

We’ve got a Members Football Pod coming for you later this week too where we’ll look ahead to another quality weekend of action.

Become an Off The Ball member, or download the Off The Ball app to get three free listens per month and get our two episodes per-week throughout the intercounty season.

The Football Pod Club is brought to you every week by AIB. Proud sponsors of the All-Ireland Senior Football Championship. Check out #TheToughest for more.

Members Pod: Kerry-Donegal match-ups, what happened in the 2014 Final? Roadshow guests announced

Wed, 16 Jul 2025 16:57:00 +0000

Welcome to The Football Pod Members show as the lads build-up to the 2025 All-Ireland SFC final - Kerry v Donegal, we reveal our special guests at our Croke Park show and dig into the potential match-ups.

CHAPTERS
(00:00) - House Business: Roadshow Guests reveal, Tommy in Donegal.
(08:30) - Watching back the 2014 All-Ireland Final…
(21:00) - Tactical overview and nailing the skills - McGuinness v Jack and Cian O’Neill
(28:00) - How can Donegal stop the Kerry attack?
(35:00) - Kerry’s defensive match-ups on Donegal’s stars.

We’re delighted to announce that our All-Ireland Final Roadshow in Croke Park on Thursday July 24th is now sold out - Kieran Donaghy and Mark McHugh are joining us as special guests, if you can’t make it live you can watch it back or listen here on Friday!

Listen to The Football Pod every Monday (free) and Wednesday (members) throughout the season.

The Football Pod Club is brought to you by AIB. Proud sponsors of the All-Ireland Senior Football Championship. Check out #TheToughest for more.

Awesome Donegal set-up Kerry final, Meath and Tyrone sent packing, Kildare take Tailteann Cup | Live from Croke Park

Sun, 13 Jul 2025 19:57:00 +0000

Welcome back to The Football Pod - Paddy Andrews and Tommy Rooney are still in Croke Park, broadcasting back from the press box after the All-Ireland semi-finals, James dials in from Killarney, with a smile on his face after Kerry's win on Saturday.

(00:30) - Donegal and Kerry set-up their All-Ireland final re-match with powerful wins.
(04:00) - How Donegal destroyed Meath and Clifford wreaked havoc on Tyrone.
(24:00) - Tailteann Cup decider provides a thriller as Kildare beat Limerick.
(32:00) - Where do Meath and Tyrone go from here?
(40:00) - The Donegal v Kerry build-up begins...

Thank you for the huge interest in our All-Ireland Final Roadshow in Croke Park, we are sold out but do check out The Football Pod on instagram for any late tickets that appear. We're announcing our special guests this week.

We’ve got a Members Football Pod coming for you later this week too where we’ll look ahead to another quality weekend of action.

Become an Off The Ball member, or download the Off The Ball app to get three free listens per month and get our two episodes per-week throughout the intercounty season.

The Football Pod Club is brought to you every week by AIB. Proud sponsors of the All-Ireland Senior Football Championship. Check out #TheToughest for more.

Goals and Glory, key Donegal-Meath match-ups, how Tyrone and Kerry will attack

Mon, 07 Jul 2025 18:00:00 +0000

Tommy, James and Paddy are back ahead of the All-Ireland semi-finals this weekend!

(00:30) - Goals - hurlers show there’s nothing like them, footballers can’t forget that.
(16:00) - Donegal v Meath - key match-up, colours, Murphy and Morris
(32:00) - Tyrone v Kerry - the threats and dangers
(40:00) - Cavan’s Raymond Galligan steps down

Thank you for the huge interest in our All-Ireland Final Roadshow in Croke Park, we are sold out but do check out The Football Pod on instagram for any late tickets that appear.

We’ve got a Members Football Pod coming for you later this week too where we’ll look ahead to another quality weekend of action.

Become an Off The Ball member, or download the Off The Ball app to get three free listens per month and get our two episodes per-week throughout the intercounty season.

The Football Pod Club is brought to you every week by AIB. Proud sponsors of the All-Ireland Senior Football Championship. Check out #TheToughest for more.

Meath KO Galway, Kerry’s power drive, Donegal and Tyrone plough onto All-Ireland semi-finals

Mon, 30 Jun 2025 21:51:00 +0000

Tommy, James and Paddy are back and talking, after another epic weekend in the football summer. Enjoy

(00:30) - Flowers and cheques - Meath and Kerry catch fire.
(07:00) - Tyrone take care of Dublin - next steps after Dessie?
(21:00) - Donegal recover to dismantle Monaghan
(34:00) - Meath beat Galway - the how and the why?
(54:00) - Awesome Kerry end Armagh’s All-Ireland reign.

Tickets to our All-Ireland Final Roadshow in Croke Park are now on sale - check out The Football Pod on instagram to get the ticketing link in our bio or stories.

We’ve got a Members Football Pod coming for you later this week too where we’ll look ahead to another quality weekend of action.

Become an Off The Ball member, or download the Off The Ball app to get three free listens per month and get our two episodes per-week throughout the intercounty season.

The Football Pod Club is brought to you every week by AIB. Proud sponsors of the All-Ireland Senior Football Championship. Check out #TheToughest for more.

Blockbuster Quarter-Finals, All-Ireland Roadshow tickets, Newest Football Pod Addition,

Mon, 23 Jun 2025 22:27:00 +0000

Tommy, James and Paddy are back after another brilliant set of games - it’s also a big week for the pod, as we celebrate and welcome a new addition to The Football Pod Family!

(00:30) - Major Football Pod announcements…
(09:00) - Blockbuster quarter-finals - Donegal’s turnaround, Monaghan in wait.
(26:00) - Galway-Down entertainment. Meath up next.
(46:00) - Kerry respond, Dublin get by Cork as Armagh and Tyrone lie in wait
(48:00) - Paddy’s Tailteann Cup breakdown - as Limerick and Kildare win.

Tickets to our All-Ireland Final Roadshow in Croke Park are now on sale - check out The Football Pod on instagram to get the ticketing link in our bio or stories.

We’ve got a Members Football Pod coming for you later this week too where we’ll look ahead to another quality weekend of action.

Become an Off The Ball member, or download the Off The Ball app to get three free listens per month and get our two episodes per-week throughout the intercounty season.

The Football Pod Club is brought to you every week by AIB. Proud sponsors of the All-Ireland Senior Football Championship. Check out #TheToughest for more.

Kerry Softness, Donegal dump Mayo, Dubs return, Galway survive - Meath Friction on the Pod

Mon, 16 Jun 2025 22:07:00 +0000

Tommy, James and Paddy are back for The Football Pod after another riveting weekend of Gaelic Football - and for perhaps the very first time in five seasons, there’s a bit of friction between the lads - it may have a little bit of something to do with Meath.

(00:30) - Weekend Winners & the losers: Derry, Mayo, Clare, Rossies.
(11:00) - Wicklow beat Westmeath and shock everybody but Paddy.
(16:00) - Meath beat Kerry - softness, respect, injuries - an edge on the pod.
(32:00) - Galway survive, what can they do?
(38:00) - Dublin’s power players shine through.
(48:00) - Conor Meyler’s return, Stars of the weekend, Best two-pointers.
(58:00) - All-Ireland preliminary quarter-finals: McGuinness’ Donegal crusade.

We’ve got a Members Football Pod coming for you later this week too where we’ll look ahead to another quality weekend of action.

Become an Off The Ball member, or download the Off The Ball app to get three free listens per month and get our two episodes per-week throughout the intercounty season.

The Football Pod Club is brought to you every week by AIB. Proud sponsors of the All-Ireland Senior Football Championship. Check out #TheToughest for more.

The Bumper Pod: Knockouts, Lifelines and Contenders - Championship Fever

Tue, 10 Jun 2025 21:30:00 +0000

Tommy, James and Paddy catch up for The Football Pod - a bumper double-pod, where we’re building up to a huge weekend in the championship and we’re putting your questions to the lads.

CHAPTERS
(00:30) - Hurlers and Chancers
(10:00) - The 2025 Tailteann Cup
(22:00) - Dublin-Derry what to look forward to and Galway v Armagh
(48:00) - Lukewarm Cork v Roscommon, Kerry injury worries vs. Meath
(58:00) - Louth to take Clare, Monaghan-Down shootout.
(01:07:00) - Predictions and Group 1 knife-edge - Tyrone v Cavan, Donegal-Mayo.
(01:14:00) - The Football Pod on breaking into your club senior team…

We’ve got a Members Football Pod coming for you later this week too where we’ll look ahead to another quality weekend of action.

Become an Off The Ball member, or download the Off The Ball app to get three free listens per month and get our two episodes per-week throughout the intercounty season.

The Football Pod Club is brought to you every week by AIB. Proud sponsors of the All-Ireland Senior Football Championship. Check out #TheToughest for more.

Derry-Galway drama, Armagh on top, Dublin trouble, Football just delivers

Mon, 02 Jun 2025 20:54:00 +0000

Tommy, James and Paddy catch up for The Football Pod after another superb weekend of football, full of drama, upsets and brilliant skills on show.

CHAPTERS
(00:30) - Jimmy’s minute.
(02:00) - Sensational Derry-Galway drama.
(15:00) - Armagh flying, Dubs trouble?
(31:00) - Mayo deliver against Tyrone, Donegal-Cavan route.
(42:00) - Tyrone’s u20s magic. Tailteann Cup knockouts.
(48:00) - Down-Louth, Meath-Roscommon, Monaghan-Clare fallout.
(53:00) - Kerry-Cork breakdown.
(01:03:00) - TFP Members questions.

We’ve got a Members Football Pod coming for you later this week too where we’ll look ahead to another quality weekend of action.

Become an Off The Ball member, or download the Off The Ball app to get three free listens per month and get our two episodes per-week throughout the intercounty season.

The Football Pod Club is brought to you every week by AIB. Proud sponsors of the All-Ireland Senior Football Championship. Check out #TheToughest for more.

Tyrone-ness, Smart Monaghan, McStay steps away, Meath deliver, Armagh signs

Mon, 26 May 2025 22:10:00 +0000

Tommy, James and Paddy are back with The Football Pod after another fantastic Championship weekend - spanners were thrown into the works, once more - as we head into a weekend where everybody is in action!

CHAPTERS
(00:30) - Tommy’s Madeira sell, GAA TV blackouts.
(05:00) - How Meath got a big W against Cork.
(12:00) - Monaghan smarts too much for Louth
(26:00) - Kevin McStay steps back as Mayo manager
(28:00) - Tyrone-ness takes out Donegal
(43:00) - Armagh’s positive signs. Derry flicker.

We’ve got a Members Football Pod coming for you later this week too where we’ll look ahead to another quality weekend of action.

Become an Off The Ball member, or download the Off The Ball app to get three free listens per month and get our two episodes per-week throughout the intercounty season.

The Football Pod Club is brought to you every week by AIB. Proud sponsors of the All-Ireland Senior Football Championship. Check out #TheToughest for more.

Dubs deliver in Galway, Cavan batter Mayo, Down's Clare pasting, Kerry's Paudie question, Offaly win a Leinster Minor Final Classic

Mon, 19 May 2025 21:18:00 +0000

Tommy, James and Paddy are back with The Football Pod - it’s a novel pod, James is hanging after a wedding in Portugal and Paddy has his newborn in his arms, but as always, the lads deliver after another brilliant weekend of Gaelic Football!

TIMESTAMPS below.

(00:30) - Cavan beat Mayo - huge win for Galligan’s side, killer-blow for McStay.
(17:00) - Livewatch Leinster Minor Final - midfield moves and two-point frees off the deck.
(20:00) - Galway beaten by Dublin in Salthill - Kilkenny, Con and the new-boys.
(40:00) - Louth-Offaly Minor Final update.
(42:00) - Down mow down Clare. Peter Keane’s War of Words.
(53:00) - What did Kerry get out of beating Roscommon? Paudie’s position.
(01:05:00) - Offaly beat Louth in a cracking Leinster Minor final.

We’ve got a Members Football Pod coming for you later this week too where we’ll look ahead to another quality weekend of action.

Become an Off The Ball member, or download the Off The Ball app to get three free listens per month and get our two episodes per-week throughout the intercounty season.

The Football Pod Club is brought to you every week by AIB. Proud sponsors of the All-Ireland Senior Football Championship. Check out #TheToughest for more.

Louth Glorious Louth, Donegal take a classic, where Meath and Armagh fell short

Mon, 12 May 2025 14:38:00 +0000

Tommy, James and Paddy are back with The Football Pod after a weekend where there was only one real winner - Gaelic Football! We saw Donegal edge a stunning Ulster final, and on Sunday Louth claimed the Leinster title for the first time in 68 years. Scenes! We’re talking both finals, and all the rest of the action this weekend.

(00:30) - Capturing the magic of Croke Park on Sunday.
(05:00) - Louth’s glorious Leinster win - how they got the better of Meath.
(24:00) - Tailteann Cup stories and Tyrone’s u20s.
(28:00) - Donegal-Armagh serve up a classic - where it was won and lost.

We’ve got a Members Football Pod coming for you later this week too where we’ll look ahead to another quality weekend of action.

Become an Off The Ball member, or download the Off The Ball app to get three free listens per month and get our two episodes per-week throughout the intercounty season.

The Football Pod Club is brought to you every week by AIB. Proud sponsors of the All-Ireland Senior Football Championship. Check out #TheToughest for more.

Galway edge Mayo in a Classic, Kerry scalp Clare, Mayo Shooters, Geezer, Leinster or bust

Sun, 04 May 2025 22:36:00 +0000

Tommy, James and Paddy are back with The Football Pod - Galway come out the right side of a cracker in Connacht, Kerry get the job done on a scorcher in Killarney, and we've the Ulster and Leinster finals this week too. Enjoy

CHAPTERS
(00:30) - Sunday Night Excursions on The Pod.
(02:00) - Classic in Castlebar - where Galway won and Mayo lost.
(30:00) - Tommy spends an hour with Kieran McGeeney...
(32:00) - Killarney host Kerry's Munster win against Clare - Banner hopes in All-Ireland?
(43:00) - Leinster Final or bust for Louth and Meath.

We’ve got a Members Football Pod coming for you later this week too - and if you missed our Roadshow last Friday night in Galway, go watch it back on YouTube or listen on Spotify, we had some craic!

Become an Off The Ball member, or download the Off The Ball app to get three free listens per month and get our two episodes per-week throughout the intercounty season.

The Football Pod Club is brought to you every week by AIB. Proud sponsors of the All-Ireland Senior Football Championship. Check out #TheToughest for more.

THE FOOTBALL POD LIVE from Galway - Stags, Arrogance and Characters | Galway v Mayo Special | Off The Ball

Fri, 02 May 2025 21:07:00 +0000

The Football Pod Live is BACK for our first show of 2025! Ahead of the Connacht Senior Football Championship, Tommy Rooney, Paddy Andrews and James O'Donoghue we're joined by two legends of GAA, Mayo's Michael Conroy and Galway's own Finian Hanley! They got stuck into the upcoming clash, and reminisced on stories from their careers.

The Football Pod on Off The Ball is brought to you by AIB, proud sponsors of the GAA Senior Football Championship, check out #TheToughest for more.

Meath knockout Dublin, Louth beat Kildare, Armagh-Donegal Ulster Final, Galway guests revealed...

Sun, 27 Apr 2025 21:07:00 +0000

Tommy, James and Paddy are back with The Football Pod - Meath have beaten Dublin for the first time since 2010, Armagh edge a classic, Donegal join them, and Louth are back in a Leinster final - for the first time since 2010…enjoy!

Reminder that we’re in Galway on Friday night for our first roadshow of 2025 - join us!

CHAPTERS

(00:30) - Oh, Beautiful Meath
(05:00) - How and why Dublin were beaten
(20:00) - Louth-Meath Leinster Final - Kildare downed.
(32:00) - All-Ireland series blown open - Galway Roadshow guests reveal.
(39:00) - Classic in Clones - Armagh v Tyrone. Champions stand up.
(50.00) - Saturday night Ulster Final in Clones. Provincials excitement!

We’ve got a Members Football Pod coming for you later this week too.

Become an Off The Ball member, or download the Off The Ball app to get three free listens per month and get our two episodes per-week throughout the intercounty season.

The Football Pod Club is brought to you every week by AIB. Proud sponsors of the All-Ireland Senior Football Championship. Check out #TheToughest for more.

Galway statement, Kerry stutter, Donegal questioned, Red Cards Debate, Hooter-Gate, McNulty stars

Mon, 21 Apr 2025 20:56:00 +0000

Tommy, James and Paddy are back with The Football Pod - after a savage weekend of GAA - we’re breaking down the three big games, looking at some of the themes around the rules and this weekend's provincial semi-finals.

(00:30) - What a weekend - two-pointers, hooter-gate and dodgy red cards.
(04:00) - Cork rattle Kerry - why did they fall short? Head high tackles debate.
(19:00) - Monaghan push Donegal - just not enough…no two-point frees?
(30:00) - Galway statement - where they impressed and where they are at…
(40:00) - The Football Pod Roadshow - where are we off to?
(41:00) - Brilliant Barry McNulty, Guinness saves Down.
(50.00) - Ulster final to Clones? Members questions.

Roadshow details on the way this week - keep an eye out...

We’ve got a Members Football Pod coming for you later this week too.

Become an Off The Ball member, or download the Off The Ball app to get three free listens per month and get our two episodes per-week throughout the intercounty season.

The Football Pod Club is brought to you every week by AIB. Proud sponsors of the Football, Ladies Football, Hurling and Camogie All Ireland Club Championships. Check out #TheToughest.

Rory’s Rollercoaster, Leinster Championship flickers, Defences in Trouble, Meath Character

Mon, 14 Apr 2025 14:40:00 +0000

Tommy, James and Paddy are back with The Football Pod - but we’re obviously starting with the Golf, before getting into a pair of crackers in Leinster, as well as the Ulster Football quarter-finals. Enjoy!

(00:30) - The Golf Pod, Rory McIlroy wins the Masters - agony and ecstasy!
(08:00) - Kildare beat Westmeath: Loughlin stars, midfield battle, goals get the job done.
(23:00) - Wicklow push the Dubs, Louth’s injuries, Neutral venues for Leinster semi-finals.
(27:00) - Royals comeback: two-pointers, Offaly’s Tailteann, Meath’s character, size matters
(39:00) - Antrim stand up, McBride’s shooting, Armagh’s depth and new options.
(50.00) - Tyrone beat Cavan, green shoots, cracking Armagh-Tyrone match-up ahead.

We’ve got a Members Football Pod coming for you later this week too - where we'll preview a major weekend of action!

Become an Off The Ball member, or download the Off The Ball app to get three free listens per month and get our two episodes per-week throughout the intercounty season.

The Football Pod Club is brought to you every week by AIB. Proud sponsors of the Football, Ladies Football, Hurling and Camogie All Ireland Club Championships. Check out #TheToughest.

Donegal's Subtle Class, Mayo motor on, Meath’s answers, Derry credit, Underdog challenges

Mon, 07 Apr 2025 14:09:00 +0000

Tommy, James and Paddy are talking through the opening weekend of Championship action - Tommy was in Ballybofey, Paddy was in Castlebar and James kept an eye on it all!, we get stuck into plenty - enjoy!

(00:30) - A Beautiful Monday after a fine weekend.
(05:00) - Mayo beat Sligo - did they meet Jimmy’s standards? O’Shea, Debutants, Sligo.
(13:00) - Challenges for the underdogs
(16:00) - Donegal-Derry deepdive: Tally credit, Ó Baoill and Patton’s class, Squad balance
(41.00) - Around the Provinces: Tipp’s Steven O’Brien, Galway Cooke, Meath’s answers, Quarters in Ulster and Leinster.

We’ve got a Members Football Pod coming for you later this week too.

Become an Off The Ball member, or download the Off The Ball app to get three free listens per month and get our two episodes per-week throughout the intercounty season.

The Football Pod Club is brought to you every week by AIB. Proud sponsors of the Football, Ladies Football, Hurling and Camogie All Ireland Club Championships. Check out #TheToughest.

League Finals Bonanza, Bonkers Carlow and Mad Meath, Offaly love, Mayo’s lack of quality

Sun, 30 Mar 2025 21:24:00 +0000

Tommy, James and Paddy get stuck into a massive weekend of Football on and off the field - we’re talking the League winners and losers, and bringing you inside the managerial madness in Carlow and Meath…

(00:30) - What a weekend
(05:00) - Offaly brilliance and Kildare’s big problem.
(21:00) - James on Mayo’s lack on quality, Paddy talks up Kerry
(35:00) - Kevin McStay isn’t happy with David Clifford
(43.00) - Carlow and Meath - what’s going on?
(55:00) - Limerick beat Wexford and Monaghan fly by Roscommon.

We’ve got a Members Football Pod coming for you later this week too.

Become an Off The Ball member, or download the Off The Ball app to get three free listens per month and get our two episodes per-week throughout the intercounty season.

The Football Pod Club is brought to you every week by AIB. Proud sponsors of the Football, Ladies Football, Hurling and Camogie All Ireland Club Championships. Check out #TheToughest.

Final Day Madness, Mayo-Kerry, Tyrone lose out, Div. 2 Drama, Naughton's 4-12

Sun, 23 Mar 2025 22:43:00 +0000

Tommy, James and Paddy are looking back at an incredible day of action in the final round of the 2025 National Football League on the latest episode of The Football Pod

(00:30) - Final Round Football Madness
(22:00) - Unlucky Tyrone, Dublin worries, Kerry signs
(34:00) - Louth smarts, Meath frailties, Clare’s shooting, Teams forcing two-pointers
(41:00) - Paddy’s return to the Football field…
(46.00) - Listeners questions and All-Ireland’s contenders

We’ve got a Members Football Pod coming for you later this week too.

Become an Off The Ball member, or download the Off The Ball app to get three free listens per month and get our two episodes per-week throughout the intercounty season.

The Football Pod Club is brought to you every week by AIB. Proud sponsors of the Football, Ladies Football, Hurling and Camogie All Ireland Club Championships. Check out #TheToughest.

Everything to play for, Leitrim don't show, kicking returns, speed merchants thrive

Mon, 17 Mar 2025 21:43:00 +0000

Tommy, James and Paddy are looking back at another dramatic weekend in and around the National Football League on the latest episode of The Football Pod.

CHAPTERS
(00:30) - Paddy’s parade and GAA Traditions.
(06:00) - Leitrim’s no-show.
(15:30) - Donegal’s squad game, Kerry on it.
(31:00) - target men, sympathetic passers and speed merchants thrive.
(46:00) - Around the Grounds: Division 2 and 3 chaos, Brosnan delivers for Wexford.

We’ve got a Members Football Pod coming for you later this week too. Become an Off The Ball member, or download the Off The Ball app to get our two episodes per-week throughout the intercounty season.

The Football Pod Club is brought to you every week by AIB. Proud sponsors of the Football, Ladies Football, Hurling and Camogie All Ireland Club Championships. Check out #TheToughest.

Cranky Manager Brigade, Meath and the Hooter, League finals debacle, Derry-Tyrone fall short

Mon, 03 Mar 2025 15:38:00 +0000

Tommy, James and Paddy are looking back at Round 5 of the National Football League on the latest episode of The Football Pod, the managers are in awful form, but the football is keeping us entertained!

(01:00) - GAA Managers suffer Seasonal Affective Disorder
(03:00) - Rules fallout, iffy guidance, hooters and the league finals nobody wants.
(12:00) - Derry dogfight, kickout momentum, wides advantage, Dubs-Armagh, Mayo.
(32:00) - Duke’s wondergoal, Meath-Westmeath, Shane Walsh moments
(42:00) - Around the Grounds, Clare-Kildare, Listener Voice Notes

The Football Pod Club is brought to you by AIB. Proud sponsors of the Football, Ladies Football, Hurling and Camogie All Ireland Club Championships. Check out #TheToughest.

Unlocked - Members Show: Paddy Dunican on 12v11 and Kickouts arc | The Football Pod XV - join for the full pod

Thu, 27 Feb 2025 21:18:00 +0000

This is a short excerpt from The Football Pod Members Show - as we chat to Offaly goalkeeper Paddy Dunican as part of our Football Pod Fifteen series, we get stuck into how the new rules are affecting his position - become an Off The Ball member to get the full show - we've got two podcasts per-week (at least) for you across the 2025 intercounty season!

Paddy Andrews, James O’Donoghue and Tommy Rooney are back for our members pod - this week we're chatting about the passing of the legendary Johnny Culloty of Killarney Legion, there's our Paddy Dunican interview as well as The Pod’s picks for the weekend ahead of Round 5 of the NFL. Enjoy!

You can listen to The Football Pod every Monday (free) and Wednesday (members) throughout the season.

The Football Pod Club is brought to you by AIB. Proud sponsors of the Football, Ladies Football, Hurling and Camogie All Ireland Club Championships . Check out #TheToughest for more.

Big Dogs Strike Back, Galway Statement, Black Card Carnage, FRC changes due?

Mon, 24 Feb 2025 21:36:00 +0000

Paddy, James and Tommy get stuck into Round 4 of the National Football League on the latest episode of The Football Pod, we're focusing on some of the shining stars, and wonder will we start to see some innovation, as the FRC get ready for their mid-season review and much more too. Enjoy.

(01:00) - Paddy in Luxury, James in Liverpool
(05:00) - Galway impress, Donegal disappointed or content?
(15:00) - Keepers and kickouts, 12th man theories and future innovation
(26:00) - Stars in form: Clifford and Canavan return with goals, Walsh and Bugler flying!
(45:00) - Around the Grounds: Div1 to Div4 standout moments

We’ve got a Members Football Pod coming for you later this week ft. an interview with Offaly goalkeeper, and former soccer star - Paddy Dunican on The Football Pod Fifteen. Become an Off The Ball member, or download the Off The Ball app to get three free listens every month.

The Football Pod Club is brought to you by AIB. Proud sponsors of the Football, Ladies Football, Hurling and Camogie All Ireland Club Championships.

Check out #TheToughest for more.

Unlocked - Members Show Taster: 12v11 debate and the worrying lack of goals - join for the full pod

Wed, 19 Feb 2025 22:55:00 +0000

This is a short excerpt from The Football Pod Members Show - become an Off The Ball member to get the full show - we've got two podcasts per-week (at least) for you across the 2025 intercounty season!

Paddy Andrews, James O’Donoghue and Tommy Rooney are back for our members pod - here we debate some of the rules and if you check out the full pod you can hear how league diamonds are polished for the summer, as well as The Pod’s picks for the weekend ahead of Round 4 of the NFL. Enjoy!

You can listen to The Football Pod every Monday (free) and Wednesday (members) throughout the season.

The Football Pod Club is brought to you by AIB. Proud sponsors of the Football, Ladies Football, Hurling and Camogie All Ireland Club Championships . Check out #TheToughest for more.

Murphy-mania, Rossies dreaming, Kerry stung, Shooting your shot (at club level!)

Mon, 17 Feb 2025 14:56:00 +0000

Paddy, James and Tommy get stuck into another superb weekend of Gaelic Football across the leagues on the latest episode of The Football Pod, with so much to discuss as we get to grips with the new rules - oh, and Tommy and James got to play a club game too. Enjoy.

(01:00) - History-makers and record-breakers…
(05:00) - Murtagh and Walsh cause wreck, skills and size to the fore…
(15:00) - Murphy-Mania in Ballybofey - where are Donegal?
(33:00) - How the Dubs turned over Kerry - smart first-half, kickouts, Kilkenny.
(48:00) - New rules in club football - what are we seeing?

We’ve got another Members Football Pod coming for you later this week. Become an Off The Ball member, or download the Off The Ball app to get our two episodes per-week throughout the intercounty season.

The Football Pod Club is brought to you by AIB. Proud sponsors of the Football, Ladies Football, Hurling and Camogie All Ireland Club Championships . Check out #TheToughest for more.

Are You Not Entertained?! Chaos in Derry, Exciting Football, Big fielders are back, Defenders exposed

Mon, 03 Feb 2025 18:08:00 +0000

Kerry’s smash and grab, Armagh and Galway make their statements, and Donegal emerge. There’s Offaly and Tipperary drama, and Division 2 lights up. Paddy Andrews, James O’Donoghue and Tommy Rooney get stuck into a brilliant weekend of Gaelic Football, with so much to discuss. Enjoy.

(01:00) - Excitement and chaos: 2025’s Gaelic Football
(08:00) - 3up transforms attacks, changing times in midfield and defence.
(17:00) - Emerging trends and Headlines around the grounds
(25:00) - Chaos in Celtic Park - James on Kerry-Derry
(40:00) - Tanking the league, Paddy on Galway-Mayo
(50:00) - Credit to the refs and potential fixes?

We’ve got another Members Football Pod coming for you later this week. Become an Off The Ball member, or download the Off The Ball app to two episodes every week throughout the intercounty season.

The Football Pod Club is brought to you by AIB. Proud sponsors of the Football, Ladies Football, Hurling and Camogie All Ireland Club Championships . Check out #TheToughest for more.

New rules warm us up, 12th Man Debate, Risk rewards, Departures and newbies impress

Sun, 26 Jan 2025 22:47:00 +0000

What a weekend. The National Football Leagues returned with a bang, with some great games and a bunch of new rules - Paddy Andrews, James O’Donoghue and Tommy Rooney get stuck into it all. Enjoy.

(01:00) - “It’s January.”
(05:00) - Galway-Armagh, Dublin-Mayo - old rules vs. new rules.
(16:00) - Midfield battleground and the goalkeeper +1 debate…
(24:00) - Tyrone-Derry breakdown - Glass and Murtagh wonder-goals.
(30:00) - Around the Houses: Rossies impress, Kildare top Div. 3.
(38:00) - Dublin newbies and retirements and Rian O’Neill’s break
(50:00) - Thoughts on the Solo & Go and the Kickouts. Crossmolina’s moment.

We’ve got another Members Football Pod coming for you later this week. Become an Off The Ball member, or download the Off The Ball app to two episodes every week throughout the intercounty season.

The Football Pod Club is brought to you by AIB. Proud sponsors of the Football, Ladies Football, Hurling and Camogie All Ireland Club Championships . Check out #TheToughest for more.

Cuala History, Errigal nightmare, 2025 leagues kicking off, Mick Fitz interview

Mon, 20 Jan 2025 11:43:00 +0000

Season 5 of The Football Pod throws-in with our recap of the All-Ireland Club Final. Cuala deliver the goods as Errigal Ciaran’s comeback falls just short. Paddy Andrews, James O’Donoghue and Tommy Rooney get stuck into that game, discuss the retirement of one of the forwards of a generation and begin our build-up to the 2025 NFL this weekend. It’s all go. Enjoy!

(01:00) - Cuala make history, how did they do it?
(05:00) - Errigal first-half freeze, and inspirational Peter Harte
(15:00) - Con's impact and Dessie Farrell's hopes for Cuala?
(24:00) - Conor McManus calls it a day - what a baller!
(30:00) - The National Football League - new rules, new games, new eyes?
(45:00) - Interview: Mick Fitzsimons chats to Tommy

We’re diving deeper into the launch of the leagues on our members show on Wednesday. Become an Off The Ball member, or download the Off The Ball app to get that every week throughout the intercounty season.

The Football Pod Club is brought to you by AIB. Proud sponsors of the Football, Ladies Football, Hurling and Camogie All Ireland Club Championships . Check out #TheToughest for more.

The Canavan Class, Crokes regret, the Cuala train and whispers on the new rules

Mon, 13 Jan 2025 14:31:00 +0000

Welcome along to the latest episode of The Football Pod as James O'Donoghue, Paddy Andrews and Tommy Rooney chat through Errigal Ciaran’s brilliant win against Dr. Crokes, look at the challenge against Cuala in the All-Ireland club final, and we bring you the whispers the lads have heard about the new rules…

(01:00) - The Pod returns
(05:00) - How Errigal Ciaran got the job done.
(10:00) - Dr. Crokes’ regrets
(24:00) - The Cuala Train
(36:00) - Whispers on the new Gaelic Football rules

Season 5 of The Football Pod begins next Monday - and we’ll also have our members on Wednesday as we build-up to the first weekend of the National Football League.

The Football Pod Club is brought to you by AIB. Proud sponsors of the Football, Ladies Football, Hurling and Camogie All Ireland Club Championships . Check out #TheToughest for more.

Louise Ni Mhuircheartaigh and Kayleigh Cronin - Kerry heartbreak and glory, AFWL move, 2025 plans | The Football Pod Club

Fri, 13 Dec 2024 10:51:00 +0000

Welcome to Episode 4 of The Football Pod Club with AIB, as a pair of Kerry superstars, Louise Ni Mhuircheartaigh and Kayleigh Cronin, sit down with Tommy Rooney, Paddy Andrews and James O'Dononghue to chat through an incredible season, finally winning the Brendan Martin Cup, the celebrations, the aftermath, and how they bounced back from the heartbreak of multiple final defeats. We also talk about their very different journeys through football, playing different sports, and what’s next for both?

Chapters...
(00:30) - Introduction and black-tie celebrations!
(04:00) - Multiple final defeats: how low it got, and how Kerry bounced back.
(10:00) - Why was 2024 different, how Kerry won the All-Ireland…
(20:00) - Declan Quill and Darragh Long - how the manager duo made it work?
(25:00) - Kayleigh’s journey: leaving football in her teens, the other sports, Dr. Crokes return
(33:00) - Louise on a life in football: obsession, an gaeltacht, family and Kerry breakthrough
(40:00) - Sports specialisation vs. multiple sports benefit - S&C improvement in LGFA.
(48:00) - Club challenges and rising up the ranks: Chorca Dhuibhne vs. Dr. Crokes
(58:00) - Will Louise Ni Mhuircheartaigh play for Kerry in 2025?
(01:00:00) - Moving to the AFLW - Kayleigh Cronin’s 2025…
(01:08:00) - All-Ireland Ladies Club Final - Kilkerrin/Clonberne vs. Kilmacud Crokes
(01:12:00) - Quickfire: new rules needed? Physicality. The need for integration…

There's all of that and so much more across our 90 minute chat - recorded in the lovely Great Southern Hotel, this is Episode 4 of The Football Pod Club and our final show of 2024, we hope you’ve enjoyed the episodes across the year, and if you’ve missed anything - go back and have a listen. We’ll see you in January!

The Football Pod Club is brought to you with thanks to AIB, proud sponsors of the Hurling, Camogie, Ladies Football and Gaelic Football All-Ireland club championships, check out #TheToughest for more!

Errigal Ciaran and Dr. Crokes win, TFP Christmas Quiz, Fenton waves goodbye, 2025 hype

Mon, 09 Dec 2024 20:31:00 +0000

Welcome along to the latest episode of The Football Pod as James O'Donoghue, Paddy Andrews and Tommy Rooney get stuck into the latest in Gaelic Football, we’re talking the club finals and much more too.

(01:00) - quiet pints or the european markets?
(05:00) - Errigal Ciaran beat Kilcoo and emerge from Ulster
(15:00) - Dr. Crokes’ All-Ireland credentials…
(24:00) - Paddy vs. James - The Football Pod Christmas Quiz
(36:00) - Getting out at the top, Brian Fenton says goodbye…
(48:00) - Our very early 2025 league hype…

This is our final Monday show of 2024, but this weekend we’ll have another special episode of The Football Pod Club (go check out our other episodes if you’ve missed them) - and we’ll be back on the first Monday of January!

The Football Pod Club is brought to you by AIB. Proud sponsors of the Football, Ladies Football, Hurling and Camogie All Ireland Club Championships . Check out #TheToughest for more.

The New World of Gaelic Football, Cillian O’Connor exit, Dublin in 2025, Club series on fire

Mon, 02 Dec 2024 20:15:00 +0000

Welcome along to the latest episode of The Football Pod as James O'Donoghue, Paddy Andrews and Tommy Rooney look at the new world of Gaelic Football as Special Congress say yes to the FRC’s proposals for 2025, the club All-Ireland series keeps on giving, and some stars of the game say goodbye.

(01:00) - Welcome to the new World and TFP Christmas Party
(04:00) - Cuala and Coolera/Strandhill win, All-Ireland favourites?
(15:00) - New Rules - Gavin masterclass, which Counties will it suit, refs?
(26:00) - The Football Pod listener Q+A on the new rules.
(41:00) - Dublin retirements - how will they cope in 2025?
(47:00) - Cillian O’Connor and Mayo Football - what’s going on?
(55:00) - Derry get Paddy Tally from Kerry, but lose Chrissy McKaigue…

The Football Pod Club is brought to you by AIB. Proud sponsors of the Football, Ladies Football, Hurling and Camogie All Ireland Club Championships . Check out #TheToughest for more.

Conor McManus and Rory Beggan: Chasing Sam, Monaghan's rise, American Dreams | The Football Pod Club

Wed, 27 Nov 2024 11:44:00 +0000

Welcome along to Episode 3 of The Football Pod Club with AIB, as Monaghan stars Rory Beggan and Conor McManus sit down with Tommy Rooney, Paddy Andrews and James O'Dononghue at Concra Wood, to chat through Monaghan’s rise, Beggan’s American Dream, and whether Conor McManus will play for his county again - there’s all of that and so much more, enjoy!

Chapters...
(00:30) - Welcome
(02:30) - Will Conor McManus play for Monaghan again?
(08:00) - Rory Beggan and the ‘American Dream’...
(20:00) - Monaghan in the 2000s, and Conor’s breakthrough.
(27:00) - Scotstown, Clontibret and the Ulster club championship.
(36:00) - Monaghan’s rise from 2013, Malachy O’Rourke, chasing Sam Maguire.
(41:00) - Beggan and changing goalkeeper
(49:00) - Dublin in 2023 - why did Monaghan fall short
(01:03:00) - The FRC and new rules, best football memories, Stephen Cluxton

There's all of that and so much more across our chat with two Monaghan legends, stay tuned to The Football Pod - we’ve got the next show in our series coming to you very soon...

#GAA - #GaelicFootball

#TheFootballPod is brought to you with thanks to AIB, proud sponsors of the Hurling, Camogie, Ladies Football and Gaelic Football All-Ireland club championships, check out #TheToughest for more!

Exclusive: James McCarthy on The Football Pod Club

Wed, 20 Nov 2024 10:12:00 +0000

Welcome to Episode 2 of The Football Pod Club with AIB, as nine-time All-Ireland winner, and recently retired Dublin star James McCarthy sits down with Tommy Rooney, Paddy Andrews and James O'Dononghue to chat through his incredible career, we caught up with James in the Ballymun Kickhams clubhouse, the perfect setting for this chat - do enjoy!

Chapters...
(00:30) - Intro and the decision to retire from Dublin.
(09:30) - Impact of injuries and enjoying the 'living wake'
(15:00) - Ballymun Kickhams: great days, regret and hope.
(21:00) - What shaped James McCarthy.
(24:00) - Developing Street Footballers - the future?
(27:00) - Jim Gavin's standards and Pat Gilroy's breakthrough.
(36:00) - Debuts: Cluxton's act and lessons from Paul Galvin.
(41:00) - Rivalries: McCarthy going red, Mayo and Kerry.
(49:00) - Dublin's Greatest: 2014 to 2017 - sliding doors and glory.
(01:00:00) - That dressing room: characters, friends, stepping away.
(01:06:00) - Paddy on why McCarthy is such a Dublin legend.
(01:13:00) - Quickfire: referees, AFL trials, new rules, toughest opponent.

There's all of that and so much more across our 90 minute chat - it’s James McCarthy like you’ve never heard him before, stay tuned to The Football Pod - we’ve got Ep. 3 coming next week...

The Football Pod Club is brought to you with thanks to AIB, proud sponsors of the Hurling, Camogie, Ladies Football and Gaelic Football All-Ireland club championships, check out #TheToughest for more!

Trailer: James McCarthy joins The Football Pod Club - drops Wednesday, November 20th

Tue, 19 Nov 2024 09:23:00 +0000

🚨 As Dublin fans wake up to the Brian Fenton news this morning - we've got another legend lined up for The Football Pod Club 💙 Nine-time All-Ireland winner James McCarthy sits down with Tommy, Paddy Andrews and James O'Dononghue to chat through his incredible career!

⏰ Full podcast drops on Wednesday, November 20th, it's a brilliant 90 mins, recorded in Ballymun Kickhams clubhouse! 🔥

The Football Pod Club is brought to you with thanks to AIB GAA, proud sponsors of the Hurling, Camogie, Ladies Football and Gaelic Football All-Ireland club championships, check out #TheToughest for more!

🎥 Watch on YouTube or listen in wherever you get your podcasts!

You can also listen to previous editions of TFP Club now - just search for our episodes with Paudie and David Clifford and Armagh’s All-Ireland winning duo, Aidan Forker and Conor Turbitt.🎧

Inside the All-Stars, Conroy's comeback, Peter Keane to Clare, Derry struggling, Dodgy Doppelgängers

Sun, 03 Nov 2024 23:20:00 +0000

Welcome along to the latest episode of The Football Pod as James O'Donoghue and Tommy Rooney catch up to talk the All-Stars, why they matter and what the night itself is like, we'll get stuck into the latest stories from club, county and life too!

(01:00) - Tommy at the All-Stars, James talks why they matter.
(23:00) - Interview with the Footballer of the Year Paul Conroy.
(28:00) - Peter Keane to Clare.
(34:00) - What are Derry going to do?
(41:00) - Club winners: Errigal Ciaran and Tinahely
(47:00) - The skill and importance of ground free-takers.
(55:00) - Amorin's aura, TFP club, 3-point goals and dodgy doppelgängers.

The Football Pod Club is brought to you by AIB. Proud sponsors of the Football, Ladies Football, Hurling and Camogie All Ireland Club Championships . Check out #TheToughest for more.

The Football Pod Club: Conor Turbitt & Aidan Forker on Armagh's journey to Sam

Thu, 31 Oct 2024 17:00:00 +0000

Welcome to Episode 1 of The Football Pod Club with AIB, as All-Ireland winning duo Conor Turbitt and Aidan Forker join Paddy Andrews, James O'Dononghue and Tommy Rooney. We recorded this chat in the Carrickdale Hotel in mid-October and we cover so much, with the lads.

Timestamps

(00:30) - The Homecoming, Sam Maguire, Legacies.

(13:00) - How did Armagh the 2024 All-Ireland? Kieran McGeeney, building a squad.

(31:00) - Penalty shootouts, surviving the quadruple shootout heartbreak...

(42:00) - Breakthroughs: what shaped 'mini-Geezer' Forker and 'hotshot' Turbitt.

(50:00) - Club stories: Clann Eireann's rise and Maghery's epic moments.

(59:00) - Life off the field - soccer, teaching, mentality, celebrating scores

(01:08:00) - Quickfire: future of Football, Armagh's title defence, what do forwards and backs hate.

There's all of that and so much more across a brilliant hour and twenty minutes, stay tuned to The Football Pod for more.

Club Heroes and New Rules: the good, the bad and the future of Football

Mon, 21 Oct 2024 21:42:00 +0000

Welcome along to the latest episode of The Football Pod as Paddy Andrews, James O'Donoghue and Tommy Rooney catch up after an historic weekend in Gaelic Football - will the game change for 2025, do we want it to change? We get stuck into the Railway Cup games, the club action (up Meath Hill!) and some of the biggest stories in the game. Enjoy.

(01:00) - The ‘New Rules’ Debate
(28:00) - Club stories and fighting the wind.
(35:00) - Best winning session, Manager appointments

The Football Pod Club is brought to you by AIB. Proud sponsors of the Football, Ladies Football, Hurling and Camogie All Ireland Club Championships . Check out #TheToughest for more.

Being a bad loser, hopes for new rules, the penalty question, Champions emerging

Mon, 14 Oct 2024 20:15:00 +0000

Welcome along to the latest episode of The Football Pod as Paddy Andrews, James O'Donoghue and Tommy Rooney catch up together after the weekend's football in the Carrickdale Hotel and Spa. We're talking how to handle a defeat, County Champions emerging, the new rules, and why we're together on this Monday...

The Football Pod Club is brought to you by AIB. Proud sponsors of the Football, Ladies Football, Hurling and Camogie All Ireland Club Championships . Check out #TheToughest for more.

The Pod Returns, Coaches in Demand, Derry's Dilemma, All-Stars Furore, Club heats up

Mon, 30 Sep 2024 22:03:00 +0000

The Pod is back, after our wee break - Paddy, James and Tommy are picking through some of the news from the past few weeks, and looking ahead to the month of GAA ahead. Enjoy, and thanks for listening in, we've got plenty planned for the rest of the year!

(01:00) - We're back!
(06:00) - Coaches in Demand: Kerry, Tyrone twist, Derry and Galway wait, Mayo stick.
(20:00) - Monaghan and Meath make their move.
(32:00) - Pre-Season ditched and the International Rules to return?
(40:00) - Soupy Shunned. James is disgusted.

We've had two shows every week throughout the first available for everyone and the second, for Off the Ball members, head over to offtheball.com/join for more. If you've missed any of our roadshows or special shows throughout the summer, go back and check them out!

The Football Pod is brought to you by AIB. Check out #TheToughest for more.

Armagh's Football Pod: winning Sam, how and why as Galway fall short, Jiggy vs. Risky Football, Standout performers

Mon, 29 Jul 2024 21:41:00 +0000

Armagh have done it. They’ve won Sam Maguire for just the second time in their history. Paddy and James break down the 2024 All-Ireland Football final with Tommy Rooney for the latest episode of The Football Pod as we look how and why they defeated Galway.

TIMESTAMPS

(01:00) - Welcome to Armagh’s Football Pod
(10:00) - Armagh’s approach, and how they beat Galway
(15:00) - ‘Jiggy’ Galway needed to risk it more.
(25:00) - Key moments, players and the benches.
(35:00) - Embracing, owning and building on success - what’s next?

Wednesday’s members pod will be our 60th episode of 2024, we hope you’ve enjoyed Season 4 as much as we have!

Our Monday shows are free to everyone across the season, with our second show available during the week for Off the Ball members, go to offtheball.com/join for more. There are plenty of ways to listen in.

The Football Pod is brought to you by AIB, proud sponsors of the All-Ireland SFC. Check out #TheToughest for more.

Aidan O'Shea joins The Football Pod for an exclusive chat ahead of the All Ireland

Sat, 27 Jul 2024 09:00:00 +0000

Tommy, James and Paddy are joined by Aidan O'Shea to chat about what it means to play in an All Ireland and give their predictions for the weekend.

The Football Pod On Off The Ball in partnership with AIB - Proud sponsors of the GAA Senior Football Championship. Check out #TheToughest for more.

The Football Pod LIVE: All Ireland Final predictions, Joyce v McGeeney, Cluxton, Stevie and McAteer!

Fri, 26 Jul 2024 13:00:00 +0000

Part 2 of Tommy Rooney, Paddy Andrews & James O'Donoghue of the Football Pod LIVE from Croke Park, as the lads hosted a very special All-Ireland preview show w/ the very special guests of Armagh's Steven McDonnell & Galway's Paul Clancy.

The Football Pod, with thanks to AIB GAA | #thetoughest

McDonnell & Clancy on winning Sam, and hype in Armagh-Galway | The Football Pod Live from Croke Park

Fri, 26 Jul 2024 12:00:00 +0000

The Football Pod LIVE from Croke Park!

Tommy Rooney, Paddy Andrews & James O'Donoghue were joined for a special show in Croke Park by Armagh legend Steven McDonnell & two-time All-Ireland winner with Galway Paul Clancy.

The lads reminisced, reflected, and reviewed all things Armagh & Galway.

The Football Pod, with thanks to AIB GAA | #thetoughest

Armagh-Galway: key battlegrounds and potential match-winners, Secret Football Pod reveal

Tue, 23 Jul 2024 18:02:00 +0000

This is it. All-Ireland Football Final week. Paddy and James are back with Tommy Rooney for the latest episode of The Football Pod as we look ahead to the 2024 All-Ireland SFC Final between Armagh and Galway in just five days time and bring you exclusive Pod news.

(01:00) - Secret Roadshow revealed. Croke Park roadshow guests confirmed.
(10:00) - Hurling magic. New rules insight. Railway Cup.
(15:00) - All-Ireland Final build-up: Armagh v Galway
(20:00) - Who are the potential match-winners?
(25:00) - Paddy Andrews’ key battle-ground
(29:00) - James O’Donoghue’s key battle-ground

Our Members show is out on Wednesday. Details there to enter the draw for exclusive tickets to our secret show on Friday night.

Our Croke Park Roadshow is next Thursday night, 25th July - and we’ve got a secret/exclusive members event for you Friday night too.

Our Monday shows are free to everyone across the season, with our second show during the week for Off the Ball members, go to offtheball.com/join for more. There are plenty of ways to listen in.

The Football Pod is brought to you by AIB, proud sponsors of the All-Ireland SFC. Check out #TheToughest for more.

Armagh knock Kerry out, Galway outlast Donegal, Chase for Sam is on as Winter begins in the Kingdom

Mon, 15 Jul 2024 22:22:00 +0000

Well, well, well - the 2024 All-Ireland final is set in stone, Armagh vs. Galway. Paddy and James are back with Tommy Rooney for the latest episode of The Football Pod as we get stuck into a savage weekend of Gaelic Football.

(01:00) - All-Ireland finalists confirmed. Pod Roadshow plans!
(05:00) - How Armagh defeated Kerry - the chances, the gameplan, the fallout.
(20:00) - Armagh’s quality shines through.
(40:00) - James finally watches ‘A Year Till’ Sunday’
(47:00) - How Galway beat Donegal - final quarter push, exposing limitations.
(01:07:00) - The madness around All-Ireland finals, Donaghy’s role and Gavin Devlin news.

Our Members show is coming on Wednesday. Our Croke Park Roadshow is next Thursday night, 25th July.

Our Monday shows are free to everyone across the season, with our second show during the week for Off the Ball members, go to offtheball.com/join for more. There are plenty of ways to listen in.

The Football Pod is brought to you by AIB, proud sponsors of the All-Ireland SFC. Check out #TheToughest for more.

Keep The Faith: Andy Moran remembers the great John O'Mahony | The Football Pod Special

Mon, 08 Jul 2024 19:35:00 +0000

Andy Moran joins Tommy Rooney for a special episode of The Football Pod where we pay tribute to his friend and mentor, the late, great John O’Mahony who passed away on Sunday.

(01:00) - Remembering John O’Mahony; from Ballaghaderreen, to Football in the 90s and all the influence in between.
(31:00) - Andy Moran on stepping away from Leitrim and the Tailteann Cup Final

Make sure to tune in to our members episode on Tuesday where Paddy and James will be back with Tommy to get stuck into a huge weekend of Football.

Our Monday shows are free to everyone across the season, with our second show during the week for Off the Ball members, go to offtheball.com/join for more. There are plenty of ways to listen in.

The Football Pod is brought to you by AIB, proud sponsors of the All-Ireland SFC. Check out #TheToughest for more.

Live from Croke Park: and then there were FOUR - how Dublin lost, as Kerry and Donegal join Armagh and epic Galway

Sun, 30 Jun 2024 18:17:00 +0000

James O’Donogue and Paddy Andrews join Tommy Rooney for the latest episode of The Football Pod live from the press box in Croke Park after Sundays All-Ireland quarter-finals.

(01:00) - The semi-final draw and fallout from the quarter-finals.
(11.00) - How Dublin lost and what Galway got so right.
(24:00) - Who will retire from Dublin?
(28:00) - Kerry get the job done as Derry’s year ends.
(33:00) - Armagh beat Roscommon - the Donaghy factor.
(40:00) - Donegal get the better of Louth - plan for Galway?

Make sure to tune in to our members episode on Wednesday where we’ll preview another huge weekend of Football.

Monday's are free to everyone across the season, with our second show during the week for Off the Ball members, go to offtheball.com/join for more. There are plenty of ways to listen in.

The Football Pod is brought to you by AIB, proud sponsors of the All-Ireland SFC. Check out #TheToughest for more.

Derry get Kerry after beating Mayo, Rossies stun Tyrone, Louth heroics, Galway-Dublin clash

Mon, 24 Jun 2024 21:41:00 +0000

James O’Donogue and Paddy Andrews join Tommy Rooney for the latest episode of The Football Pod. We’ve got so much to get stuck into this week as we look ahead to the All-Ireland SFC quarter-finals.

(01:00) - Quarter-final draw, Paddy’s clobber and Tommy in Croke Park.
(11.00) - Rossies stun Tyrone, can they get Armagh?
(16:00) - Galway set to face the Dubs…
(26:00) - Louth end Cork’s summer
(40:00) - How Derry beat Mayo
(50:00) - Quickfire quarter-final predictions

Make sure to tune in to our members episode on Wednesday where we’ll preview another huge weekend of Football.

Monday's are free to everyone across the season, with our second show during the week for Off the Ball members, go to offtheball.com/join for more. There are plenty of ways to listen in.

The Football Pod is brought to you by AIB, proud sponsors of the All-Ireland SFC. Check out #TheToughest for more.

Mayo Courage vs. Clutch Dubs, Dream draw for Derry, Armagh catch Galway, Knockout at last

Mon, 17 Jun 2024 19:59:00 +0000

James O’Donogue and Paddy Andrews join Tommy Rooney for the latest episode of The Football Pod - we have got so much to talk about this week.

(01:00) - Knockout time: the drama, the draw and the results.
(06:00) - Costello shows that skills pay the bills.
(12.00) - Why James believes that Derry will beat Mayo…
(25:00) - What did Mayo get so right against Dublin?
(38:00) - Dublin positives and questions. Dissecting the clutch equaliser.
(50:00) - Galway-Armagh fallout.

Make sure to tune in to our members episode on Wednesday where we’ll preview another huge weekend of Football.

Monday's are free to everyone across the season, with our second show during the week for Off the Ball members, go to offtheball.com/join for more. There are plenty of ways to listen in.

The Football Pod is brought to you by AIB, proud sponsors of the All-Ireland SFC. Check out #TheToughest for more.

Summer on a knife-edge, Revealing Jim Gavin’s New Rules, Benefits of the Tailteann Cup

Mon, 10 Jun 2024 22:45:00 +0000

James O’Donogue and Paddy Andrews join Tommy Rooney for the latest episode of The Football Pod - as the lads get stuck into the weekends action, and take an exclusive peek at the new Gaelic Football rules being proposed for 2025.

(01:00) - James O’D; saviour, servant, all round good guy.
(10:00) - TFP in Croke Park.
(14.00) - Tailteann Cup lessons and fallout.
(35:00) - Galway-Armagh, Dublin-Mayo, and Derry’s fate…
(41:00) - Revealing the proposed new rules from Jim Gavin and the FRC.

We've got two episodes per-week throughout the 2024 season, and hopefully we'll see you for both - tune in to our members episode on Wednesday.

Monday's are free to everyone, and the later show during the week is for Off the Ball members, head over to offtheball.com/join for more. There are plenty of ways to listen in.

The Football Pod is brought to you by AIB, proud sponsors of the All-Ireland SFC. Check out #TheToughest for more.

Derry lose again; what's going on? Awesome Armagh, Mayo questions, Dublin-Kerry cooking

Mon, 03 Jun 2024 21:08:00 +0000

Paddy Andrews joins Tommy Rooney for Monday’s episode of The Football Pod (we gave James the night off) and we get stuck into a busy weekend of Football, with everyone in action!

(01:00) - This SFC Structure isn’t working - Around the Grounds.
(14:00) - Brilliant Armagh - depth, strength, character
(21:00) - Derry - what are they doing defensively, issues with discipline?
(35:00) - Care for Caolan - Oisin and Rian O’Neill explain
(41:00) - Kerry dismantle Meath - but they don’t look great (yet)
(48:00) - Dublin hammer Cavan - where are Dublin at? Killian McGinnis impresses.
(52:00) - Mayo beat the Rossies (again) - midfield worked, is their attack right?

We've got two episodes per-week throughout the 2024 season, and hopefully we'll see you for both - tune in to our members episode on Wednesday.

Monday's are free to everyone, and the later show during the week is for Off the Ball members, head over to offtheball.com/join for more. There are plenty of ways to listen in.

The Football Pod is brought to you by AIB, proud sponsors of the All-Ireland SFC. Check out #TheToughest for more.

Donegal’s aura and evolution, Tyrone trouble, Louth smash Meath, Dublin asked questions

Mon, 27 May 2024 20:15:00 +0000

Paddy Andrews and James O'Donoghue join Tommy Rooney for Monday’s episode of The Football Pod - we get stuck into our weekend in Donegal and chat about the latest action.

(01:00) - McGee, Mugsy, and the Donegal aura.
(15:00) - Donegal-Tyrone fallout and analysis
(29:00) - Louth take Meath apart - finding your steel.
(36:00) - Dublin go through the gears with Roscommon.
(40:00) - All-Ireland contenders and bumper weekend ahead.

We've got two episodes per-week throughout the 2024 season, and hopefully we'll see you for both - tune in to our members episode on Wednesday.

Monday's are free to everyone, and the later show during the week is for Off the Ball members, head over to offtheball.com/join for more. There are plenty of ways to listen in.

The Football Pod is brought to you by AIB, proud sponsors of the All-Ireland SFC. Check out #TheToughest for more.

TFP LIVE: Manager relationships and Tyrone-Donegal build-up with Owen Mulligan and Eamon McGee

Sat, 25 May 2024 05:30:00 +0000

As part of the first live The Football Pod of the year, Tyrone's Owen Mulligan and Donegal's Eamon McGee join us to talk Tyrone-Donegal, Football this season, and their relationships with their managers over the years!

We've got two episodes per-week throughout the 2024 season, and hopefully we'll see you for both - tune in to our members episode on Wednesday.

Monday's are free to everyone, and the later show during the week is for Off the Ball members, head over to offtheball.com/join for more.

There are plenty of ways to listen in. The Football Pod is brought to you by AIB, proud sponsors of the All-Ireland SFC. Check out #TheToughest for more.

TFP LIVE: hating forwards, Adidas photoshoots & All Ireland hopes | Mulligan and McGee

Sat, 25 May 2024 05:00:00 +0000

Tommy Rooney, Paddy Andrews and James O'Donoghue were joined by two illustrious guests in Tyrone's Owen Mulligan and Donegal's Eamon McGee their first live show of the year. The lads talk All Ireland hopes, McGee's hatred of forwards and there's a special surprise for Mulligan.

We've got two episodes per-week throughout the 2024 season, and hopefully we'll see you for both - tune in to our members episode on Wednesday.

Monday's are free to everyone, and the later show during the week is for Off the Ball members, head over to offtheball.com/join for more.

There are plenty of ways to listen in. The Football Pod is brought to you by AIB, proud sponsors of the All-Ireland SFC. Check out #TheToughest for more.

False form, Galway rise, Derry dent, dealing with the stamp, Cruciate curse hits Mayo

Mon, 20 May 2024 19:15:00 +0000

(01:00) - The Boys at Bruce and feeling the noise in Croker.
(05:30) - Cruciate curse hits Mayo Football
(08:30) - False form and dodgy predictions - Kerry, Galway, Mayo.
(26:00) - Tailteann Cup killings and impressive Tyrone u20s
(30:00) - Derry-Galway fallout - McKinless stamp, calling teammates out, Tierney stars

We've got two episodes per-week throughout the 2024 season, and hopefully we'll see you for both - tune in to our members episode on Wednesday.

Monday's are free to everyone, and the later show during the week is for Off the Ball members, head over to offtheball.com/join for more. There are plenty of ways to listen in.

The Football Pod is brought to you by AIB, proud sponsors of the All-Ireland SFC. Check out #TheToughest for more.

Donegal capture Ulster, Armagh regret, Louth squeeze Dublin, The Pod are off to Letterkenny

Mon, 13 May 2024 20:33:00 +0000

Paddy Andrews and James O'Donoghue join Tommy Rooney for Monday’s episode of The Football Pod available for free across the Off The Ball podcast network, our members podcast is out tomorrow. We’ve also just announced our first Roadshow of 2024, in the home of the Ulster Champions - tickets available to buy now!

(01:00) - Revealed: The Pod are off to Donegal for a Roadshow
(04:00) - How Donegal dug it out, Armagh respect, regret, blame
(20:00) - McGuinness magic, penalty changes, shades of Mayo 2010s?
(30:00) - How did Louth close the gap to Dublin, teams ditching the duvet?
(50:00) - Tailteann shocks and comebacks, u20s fallout, Paul Mannion

We've got two episodes per-week throughout the 2024 season, and hopefully we'll see you for both - tune in to our members episode on Wednesday.

Monday's are free to everyone, and the later show during the week is for Off the Ball members, head over to offtheball.com/join for more. There are plenty of ways to listen in.

The Football Pod is brought to you by AIB, proud sponsors of the All-Ireland SFC. Check out #TheToughest for more.

Galway arrive into 2024, Questions for Kerry and Mayo, Armagh or Donegal?

Mon, 06 May 2024 20:37:00 +0000

(01:00) - Galway-Mayo fallout: key players, Joyce and mistakes
(30:00) - Kerry win Munster but where are they at?
(38:00) - What do Clare need from here?
(46:00) - Ulster Final and a big weekend of Football ahead…

We've got two episodes per-week throughout the 2024 season, and hopefully we'll see you for both - tune in to our members episode on Wednesday.

Monday's are free to everyone, and the later show during the week is for Off the Ball members, head over to offtheball.com/join for more. There are plenty of ways to listen in.

The Football Pod is brought to you by AIB, proud sponsors of the All-Ireland SFC. Check out #TheToughest for more.

Tyrone-Donegal fallout, Attacking with width, Crazy Comebacks, Meath u20s hijack the pod

Mon, 29 Apr 2024 20:41:00 +0000

James O'Donoghue and Paddy Andrews join Tommy Rooney for Monday’s free episode of The Football Pod. We’re looking at the Leinster and Ulster finals as well as much more, as Tommy gets distracted by the Meath u20s.

(01:00) - Donegal win again, Tyrone regrets, tactics and summer hope.
(21:00) - Crazy Comebacks - Wexford do Meath, St. Brigid’s collapse, 2013 Kerry.
(28:00) - Lessons learned as Armagh just about get past Down.
(40:00) - Breakdown: the key to attacking width in Gaelic Football.
(47:00) - Kildare a beaten docket, Louth rock on, Dubs await.
(01:00:00) - Quickfire provincials finals preview in Connacht and Munster.

We've got two episodes per-week throughout the 2024 season, and hopefully we'll see you for both - tune in to our members episode on Wednesday.

Monday's are free to everyone, and the later show during the week is for Off the Ball members, head over to offtheball.com/join for more. There are plenty of ways to listen in.

The Football Pod is brought to you by AIB, proud sponsors of the All-Ireland SFC. Check out #TheToughest for more.

Derry’s lack of paranoia, Donegal speed, Galway issues, Mayo and Kerry motor on

Mon, 22 Apr 2024 21:00:00 +0000

Paddy Andrews and James O'Donoghue join Tommy Rooney for Monday’s free episode of The Football Pod as we get stuck into a fantastic weekend of Championship action, with so much happening in the Ulster, Munster and Connacht Championships, in the April sun.

(01:00) - How were Derry caught, Odhran Lynch debate, Derry sideline.

(20:00) - Donegal impress - power, pace, belief.

(28:00) - Tyrone squeak through, Cavan to cause bother?

(37:00) - Galway nearly shocked by Sligo, Mayo march on, can Ros turn it around?

(45:00) - Kerry rustiness, why did Cork fall short?

We've got two episodes per-week throughout the 2024 season, and hopefully we'll see you for both - tune in to our members episode on Wednesday.

Monday's are free to everyone, and the later show during the week is for Off the Ball members, head over to offtheball.com/join for more. There are plenty of ways to listen in.

The Football Pod is brought to you by AIB, proud sponsors of the All-Ireland SFC. Check out #TheToughest for more.

Kildare survive Wicklow, Meath smashed, What’s up Jim’s sleeve, Derry hunger, Cavan danger

Mon, 15 Apr 2024 18:04:00 +0000

Paddy Andrews and James O'Donoghue join Tommy Rooney for Monday’s free episode of The Football Pod. We’re talking the fallout from the Leinster and Ulster Championship quarter-finals at the weekend.

(01:00) - Keep or Kill: the Provincials Championships, Dublin smash Meath.
(13:00) - The Wicklow story and how they nearly knocked out Kildare.
(28:00) - Around the Grounds: Armagh and Down win, Louth and Offaly prevail.
(35:00) - Excitement for Donegal-Derry, Mayo-Roscommon, Tyrone-Cavan

We've got two episodes per-week throughout the 2024 season, and hopefully we'll see you for both - tune in to our members episode on Wednesday.

Monday's are free to everyone, and the later show during the week is for Off the Ball members, head over to offtheball.com/join for more. There are plenty of ways to listen in.

The Football Pod is brought to you by AIB, proud sponsors of the All-Ireland SFC. Check out #TheToughest for more.

Cavan catch Monaghan, Great goals, Championship shocks, Playing the breeze

Mon, 08 Apr 2024 20:20:00 +0000

Paddy Andrews and James O'Donoghue join Tommy Rooney for Monday’s free episode of The Football Pod after the first weekend of the 2024 Championships - the provincials threw up a few shocks, as the campaign got underway.

(01:00) - Championship shocks get us going: from Waterford to Wicklow.
(12:00) - Westmeath’s year brought to a halt.
(20:00) - Cavan beat Monaghan - goals, playing the wind and communication.
(38:00) - Mayo’s eye-in, Galway pass the test but pick up more injuries.

We've got two episodes per-week throughout the 2024 season, and hopefully we'll see you for both - tune in to our members episode on Wednesday.

Monday's are free to everyone, and the later show during the week is for Off the Ball members, head over to offtheball.com/join for more. There are plenty of ways to listen in.

The Football Pod is brought to you by AIB, proud sponsors of the All-Ireland SFC. Check out #TheToughest for more.

The Football Pod members: GAA 'Gym Heroes' and Championship injuries - what you're missing

Thu, 04 Apr 2024 17:00:00 +0000

Hey there, this is a taster from this week's Football Pod members episode, which will be available after our free show on a Monday every week throughout the season.

Are GAA players spending too much time in the gym?

This week's members Football Pod saw the usual crew of Paddy Andrews, James O'Donoghue and Tommy Rooney talk Football, and much more - tune in to our latest show, where the lads got caught up to discuss the unprecedented level of injuries that some counties are experiening and talking about the opening weekend of Championship.

We've got two episodes per-week throughout the 2024 season, and hopefully we'll see you for both: Monday's are free to everyone, and Thursday shows are for Off the Ball members, head over to offtheball.com/join for more.

Derry light a fire, Dublin worries, Donegal-Armagh bore, Team of the League (Div. 3+4)

Mon, 01 Apr 2024 21:10:00 +0000

Paddy Andrews and James O'Donoghue join Tommy Rooney for Monday’s free episode of The Football Pod after an explosive Division 1 final captured the imagination, we go through the rest of the weekend’s action and reveal our Division 3 and 4 Team of the League.

(01:00) - Derry light a flame under the summer.
(11:00) - Dublin exposed or the best thing for them?
(18:00) - Star players, red cards agus an Uachtaráin nua
(30:00) - Donegal-Armagh shadow-box - how good can they be this year?
(40:00) - Div. 3 and 4 finals recap as Laois and Westmeath win.
(45:00) - Team of the League from Div. 3 and Div. 4
(53:00) - Championship teaser - could Beggan return for Monaghan?

We've got two episodes per-week throughout the 2024 season, and hopefully we'll see you for both - tune in to our members episode on Wednesday.

Monday's are free to everyone, and the later show during the week is for Off the Ball members, head over to offtheball.com/join for more. There are plenty of ways to listen in.

The Football Pod is brought to you by AIB, proud sponsors of the All-Ireland SFC. Check out #TheToughest for more.

Scary Dubs, Lovely Leitrim, Tyrone’s bottom, The Pod’s Team of the League

Mon, 25 Mar 2024 23:23:00 +0000

Paddy Andrews and James O'Donoghue join Tommy Rooney for Monday’s free episode of The Football Pod. We’re looking back at the final round of the NFL and picking our combined Division 1 and 2 Team of the League.

(01:00) - Was it a good league?
(08:30) - Tyrone’s bottom.
(18:00) - Derry’s rise and Dublin’s dominance.
(28:00) - Around the Grounds: Cork’s improvement, Leitrim going up.
(40:00) - The Pod’s Team of the League (combined Div. 1 and 2 selection).

We've got two episodes per-week throughout the 2024 season, and hopefully we'll see you for both - tune in to our members episode on Wednesday.

Monday's are free to everyone, and the later show during the week is for Off the Ball members, head over to offtheball.com/join for more. There are plenty of ways to listen in.

The Football Pod is brought to you by AIB, proud sponsors of the All-Ireland SFC. Check out #TheToughest for more.

Tyrone down Monaghan, Bans in the GAA, Division 2 shapers, Promotion drama

Mon, 18 Mar 2024 23:50:00 +0000

Paddy Andrews and James O'Donoghue join Tommy Rooney for Monday’s free episode of The Football Pod, and we've got plenty to get stuck into after a great weekend of Football.

(01:00) - Introduction: James passes on an epic trip!
(08:30) - Tyrone impress as Monaghan go down - importance of the goalkeeper!
(20:00) - Umpires under fire and playing the wind as Kerry swipe Rossies aside.
(30:00) - Retrospective bans in the GAA.
(38:00) - Donegal and Armagh impress as relegation shapes up in Division 2.
(39:00) - Div. 3 and Div. 4 drama: Clare-Down, Leitrim, Longford-Wexford.
(51:00) - Best of luck to the 32-32-32 challenge.

We've got two episodes per-week throughout the 2024 season, and hopefully we'll see you for both - tune in to our members episode on Wednesday.

Monday's are free to everyone, and the later show during the week is for Off the Ball members, head over to offtheball.com/join for more. There are plenty of ways to listen in.

The Football Pod is brought to you by AIB, proud sponsors of the All-Ireland SFC. Check out #TheToughest for more.

Exclusive: Paudie and David Clifford on The Football Pod

Mon, 11 Mar 2024 13:00:00 +0000

Hello there, and you're welcome along to a very special episode of The Football Pod - last weekend in Killarney, we sat down with Paudie and David Clifford, for an exclusive podcast recording, with thanks to the Killarney Club 7s.

We had a really enjoyable chat with the lads, we hope you enjoy it too!

(00:00) - Trailer
(00:25) - Introduction.
(02:25) - Life outside of Football: Villa, the Old Firm, Golf, Racing.
(19:30) - Kerry and Killarney
(25:30) - Pressure v breaking through - prodigies v late bloomers.
(40:50) - The beauty of #GaelicFootball - and fixing it.
(50:00) - Paudie and David Clifford pick their dream 7-a-side teams.
(01:09:00) - Improving your kicking and shooting.
(01:18:00) - Carrying the Captaincy and Celebrating Goals in #GAA.

Recorded in The Cobble Room in JM Reidy's - we also have a part two coming out later this week, exclusive to Off The Ball members, where we pitted James and Paddy up against Paudie and David in the Ultimate Football Pod Quiz.

The Heineken Killarney Club 7s takes place over the June Bank Holiday weekend - be sure to check it out this summer: https://www.killarneyclub7s.ie/

Subscribe to The Football Pod in our podcast feed, we've got a free review show every Monday throughout the season and then our members pod later in the week.

#TheFootballPod is brought to you with thanks to AIB. Check out #TheToughest for more.

Kerry bite back, Dubs dish out a Derry lesson, Cork down Kildare, The Pod hit Killarney

Mon, 04 Mar 2024 20:32:00 +0000

Paddy Andrews and James O'Donoghue join Tommy Rooney for Monday’s free episode of The Football Pod, and we've got plenty to get stuck into after the fifth round of the league.

Reminder that we've got a special episode coming your way next Monday...

(01:00) - The Football Pod hit Killarney.
(06:00) - Kerry bite back against Tyrone.
(24:00) - Dublin teach Derry a lesson, or did they?
(35:00) - Division 2 breakdown - Cork down sorry Kildare, Louth in trouble?
(41:00) - Around the Grounds - Division 3 shootouts, Longford halt Leitrim.

We've got two episodes per-week throughout the 2024 season, and hopefully we'll see you for both - tune in to our members episode on Wednesday.

Monday's are free to everyone, and the later show during the week is for Off the Ball members, head over toofftheball.com/join for more. There are plenty of ways to listen in.

TFP members show: James and Paddy fix Gaelic Football - here's what your missing!

Fri, 01 Mar 2024 12:00:00 +0000

Hey there, this is a taster from this week's Football Pod members episode, which will be available after our free show on a Monday every week throughout the season.

This week's members Football Pod saw the usual crew of Paddy Andrews, James O'Donoghue and Tommy Rooney talk Football, and much more - tune in to our latest show, where the lads got caught up in a Come Dine With Me vs. Room to Improve debacle in James' life, we got stuck into next weekend's action and the boys fixed Football...

We've got two episodes per-week throughout the 2024 season, and hopefully we'll see you for both: Monday's are free to everyone, and Thursday shows are for Off the Ball members, head over to offtheball.com/join for more.

King Con Rules, Tyrone turn it on, Attacking Chemistry, Ref Watch, Meath-Kildare fallout

Mon, 26 Feb 2024 22:52:00 +0000

Paddy Andrews and James O'Donoghue join Tommy Rooney for Monday’s free episode of The Football Pod, and we've got plenty to get stuck into after a great weekend of Football.

(00:00) - King Con rules Croker and the importance of chemistry
(12:00) - How Dublin destroyed Kerry in midfield (and across the field).
(22:00) - Mayo trouble as Tyrone turn it on; Canavan and McCurry magic
(31:00) - The makings of a good forward - what do you need?
(36:00) - Ref Watch: black cards, square balls, steps and ghost points.
(39:00) - Around the Grounds: Roscommon win, Cork respond, Armagh-Donegal, Carlow.
(45:00) - How Meath beat Kildare.

We've got two episodes per-week throughout the 2024 season, and hopefully we'll see you for both - tune in to our members episode on Wednesday.

Monday's are free to everyone, and the later show during the week is for Off the Ball members, head over to offtheball.com/join for more. There are plenty of ways to listen in.

TFP members show: Dublin-Kerry build-up, Young Players getting a shot, last game synchronicity

Sat, 24 Feb 2024 06:00:00 +0000

Hey there, this is a taster from this week's Football Pod members episode, which will be available after our free show on a Monday ever week throughout the season.

This week's members Football Pod saw the usual crew of Paddy Andrews, James O'Donoghue and Tommy Rooney talk Football - tune in to our latest show, where the lads built-up to a massive weekend of Football, got stuck into some of the relegation battles and picked apart Division 1 this weekend.

We've got two episodes per-week throughout the 2024 season, and hopefully we'll see you for both: Monday's are free to everyone, and Thursday shows are for Off the Ball members, head over to offtheball.com/join for more.

Big Dogs are back, Manager Reg Flags, Kildare Pressure, Glorious Costello

Mon, 19 Feb 2024 21:57:00 +0000

What a weekend of Football. Paddy Andrews and James O'Donoghue join Tommy Rooney for Monday’s free episode of The Football Pod, and we've got plenty to get stuck into after a smashing weekend of Football.

(00:00) - Casement’s returns and Tommy on the Hurling.
(04:00) - James on Cork, and Kildare-Meath in the balance.
(08:00) - Clifford’s shine: the makings of a clutch score.
(15:00) - Galway beat Tyrone, Dublin motoring along.
(23:00) - 65 sessions, 53 days and managing mental burnout - Gilroy, McGuinness, Burke.
(35:00) - Around the Grounds: Leitrim luck, Clare’s epic comeback, Paddy on Kildare.
(46:00) - Matthew Costello’s Glorious Goal.
(51:00) - Footballer of the Weekend: Con, O’Rourke and Daire O Baoill.

We've got two episodes per-week throughout the 2024 season, and hopefully we'll see you for both - tune in to our members episode on Thursday.

Monday's are free to everyone, and Thursday shows are for Off the Ball members, head over to offtheball.com/join for more. There’s plenty of ways to listen in.

The Football Pod members: Picking our Dream Fifteens, with a twist - what you're missing!

Mon, 12 Feb 2024 19:50:00 +0000

Hey there, this is a taster from this week's Football Pod members episode, which will be available every Thursday throughout the season.

Thursday's members Football Pod saw the usual crew of Paddy Andrews, James O'Donoghue and Tommy Rooney talk Football - tune in to our latest show, where the lads discussed the best way to foster a winning mentality, and as you'll hear here, picked their Dream 15.

We've got two episodes per-week throughout the 2024 season, and hopefully we'll see you for both: Monday's are free to everyone, and Thursday shows are for Off the Ball members, head over to offtheball.com/join for more.

League Form or Summer Substance, Milking big wins, Relegation danger

Mon, 05 Feb 2024 22:05:00 +0000

We’re back, after a very interesting weekend of Gaelic Football. Paddy Andrews and James O'Donoghue join Tommy Rooney for Monday’s free episode of The Football Pod - and we’ve got so much to chat about.

(00:00) - Carragher, Odegaard and appreciating the small wins in GAA!
(13:00) - Form vs. Substance - Louth clip Cork again, Mayo beat Dublin.
(26:00) - Division 3 and 4 drama: McNulty’s call, Square balls, Down flying.
(31:00) - Division 1 and 2 trouble: Armagh nail Meath, Kildare lose, Tyrone in bother.
(46:00) - Footballer of the Weekend: Murphy, Burke or Gallen?

We've got two episodes per-week throughout the 2024 season, and hopefully we'll see you for both - tune in to our members episode on Thursday.

Monday's are free to everyone, and Thursday shows are for Off the Ball members, head over to offtheball.com/join for more. There’s plenty of ways to listen in.

The Football Pod Members: Make or Break time, how to deal with getting dropped and subbed early - what you're missing!

Thu, 01 Feb 2024 13:30:00 +0000

Hey there, this is a taster from this week's Football Pod members episode, which will be available every Thursday throughout the season.

We hope you enjoy this segment and we'll see you again on Monday in this feed - the Thursday show is only available to Off The Ball members. Go to offtheball.com/join for more.

Thursday's Football Pod saw the usual crew of Paddy Andrews, James O'Donoghue and Tommy Rooney talk Football - tune in to whole show, for a chat on this weekend's biggest NFL Division 2 fixtures, a chat about our favourite footballers and how a young player can deal with being dropped.

We've got two episodes per-week throughout the 2024 season, and hopefully we'll see you for both!

Monday's are free to everyone, and Thursday shows are for Off the Ball members, head over to offtheball.com/join for more.

Winter Football Heroes, Derry and Mayo’s start, back-post bottlers, Donegal and Monaghan dancing

Mon, 29 Jan 2024 22:58:00 +0000

What a weekend of Football. Paddy Andrews and James O'Donoghue join Tommy Rooney for Monday’s free episode of The Football Pod, and we've got plenty to get stuck into after the return of the National Leagues.

(00:00) - Winter Football, Derry in Kerry and youth getting a shot.
(13:00) - Statement wins for Monaghan, Mayo, Donegal.
(16:00) - Botching Goals - back-post merchants vs. proper finishers.
(25:00) - Around the Four Divisions.
(36:00) - Footballer of the Weekend.
(42:00) - Early season over-reaction? Kildare are in bother.

We've got two episodes per-week throughout the 2024 season, and hopefully we'll see you for both - tune in to our members episode on Thursday.

Monday's are free to everyone, and Thursday shows are for Off the Ball members, head over to offtheball.com/join for more. There’s plenty of ways to listen in.

The Football Pod Members: Contenders, Floaters, In Danger, League Predictions - what you're missing!

Fri, 26 Jan 2024 21:45:00 +0000

Hey there, this is a teaser from our very first Football Pod members episode, which will be available every Thursday throughout the season. You'll be listening in to our very BOLD league predictions, as the lads give their thoughts on each division. Check out what you're missing here, we'll see you again on Monday in this feed, the Thursday show is only available to Off The Ball members. Go to offtheball.com/join for more.

Thursday's Football Pod saw the usual crew of Paddy Andrews, James O'Donoghue and Tommy Rooney chat Football. Exclusive to Off The Ball members, we brought you our Teams to Watch in 2024, some very BOLD League Predictions and some chatter about the GAA players trying their hand at different sports.

We've got two episodes per-week throughout the 2024 season, and hopefully we'll see you for both!

Monday's are free to everyone, and Thursday shows are for Off the Ball members, head over to offtheball.com/join for more.

The Football Pod Returns: Glen survive, St. Brigid's regret, Players to Watch in 2024 and Rock's retirement

Mon, 22 Jan 2024 21:41:00 +0000

Welcome back. The Football Pod returns for 2024. Paddy Andrews and James O'Donoghue join Tommy Rooney to talk Football, and we've got plenty to talk about tonight on the first episode of Season 4. From the drama of the club finals, to the retirement of one of Dublin's greatest players. The lads are also picking their players to watch - Off The Ball members can hear our league preview on Thursday's second helping of the pod.

(00:00) - We’re back: Glen get the job done and St. Brigid’s regrets.
(15:00) - The Football Pod plan for 2024 - two podcasts per-week.
(16:00) - Dean Rock’s retirement - what made him great?
(31:00) - January winners and losers: reading into pre-season.
(37:00) - Players to Watch in 2024 - James, Tommy and Paddy pick.

We've got two episodes per-week throughout the 2024 season, and hopefully we'll see you for both!

Monday's are free to everyone, and Thursday shows are for Off the Ball members, head over to offtheball.com/join for more.

Credit to the Champs, TR's Christmas Quiz, Tightest Corner-Backs

Mon, 11 Dec 2023 21:20:00 +0000

Welcome back to the latest episode of The Football Pod. As always James O'Donoghue and Paddy Andrews are talking Gaelic Football with Tommy Rooney. Timestamps below. After this episode, we’re taking a wee break until Season 4 returns in early January. Thanks so much to everyone who has tuned in throughout the year!

00:30 - Castlehaven and Glen claim glory in shocking conditions!
26:00 - Semi-final predictions, the intermediate and junior champs. Paddy in Cullyhanna
32:00 - Meath Hill’s Question of Sport vs. The Football Pod’s Question of Sport.
42:00 - James and Paddy’s Toughest Corner-Backs.
53:00 - Teddy McCarthy tribute and Happy Birthday Sean Boylan!

You can follow us and contact the pod on Twitter/Instagram: @footballpod_gaa.

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The Football Pod: Worst ways to lose, Toughest Man Markers, Final Provincial Predictions

Mon, 04 Dec 2023 22:45:00 +0000

Welcome back to the latest episode of The Football Pod. As always James O'Donoghue and Paddy Andrews are talking Gaelic Football with Tommy Rooney. Timestamps below. Monday episodes are available for free across Off The Ball.

00:30 - Disaster strikes when keep-ball goes wrong.
12:00 - Kilmacud Crokes beat Naas - Walsh, Beirne, Kirwan and Clancy impress.
20:00 - How would you rather lose a match? St. Brigid's expose flat Corofin.
27:00 - Valuable man-markers, tweaking training games - going man-to-man.
37:00 - Ulster and Munster final Predictions.

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Signing Club GAA charters and contracts, Crazy finales, Glen-Scotstown showdown

Mon, 27 Nov 2023 21:08:00 +0000

00:30 - The Players Charter - contracts in the GAA. Would the boys sign them?
18:00 - Club winners and losers; Dingle-Castlehaven, Glen-Scotstown.
32:00 - Frenetic finales to football - why wait so late?
40:00 - GAA news: Harte in Derry, Donegal’s privacy, players departing

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No Friends on the Field, All-Stars debate, Club All-Ireland favourites

Mon, 20 Nov 2023 20:45:00 +0000

Welcome back to Monday’s episode of The Football Pod. As always James O'Donoghue and Paddy Andrews are talking Gaelic Football with Tommy Rooney. Timestamps below.

00:30 - Drama in the Kingdom
10:00 - The All-Stars breakdown
24:00 - Choosing the 2024 club All-Ireland champions
41:00 - GAA socials and Tommy’s Railway Cup Proposal

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The Football Pod: Cratloe beaten, Kilcoo downed, Club dynasties and Cowboy managers

Tue, 14 Nov 2023 02:18:00 +0000

The Football Pod is back for the next five weeks as the club action heats up. As always James O'Donoghue and Paddy Andrews are talking Gaelic Football with Tommy Rooney. Timestamps below.

00:30 - The Cratloe journey ends in Cork.
14:00 - Scotstown beat Kilcoo, winners and losers.
24:00 - Aaron Kernan retires, epic club careers.
34:00 - Kevin Cassidy’s advice

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TFP - S3, Ep. 35: Getting 'smoked', Dublin-Kerry aftermath, the power of hunger, 2024 contenders

Mon, 07 Aug 2023 15:03:00 +0000

Welcome along to Ep. 35 of Season 3 of The Football Pod - James O'Donoghue and Paddy Andrews talk Gaelic Football with Tommy Rooney. 00:00 - All-Ireland final Aftermath 05:00 - Getting ‘smoked’, Clifford vs. Fitz, Kerry’s next step. 25:00 - Digging deeper into Dublin’s All-Ireland win. 42:00 - Kerry’s winter of hunger, 2024 contenders club round-up Make sure you're subscribed to 'The Football Pod' podcast feed to get new episodes every Monday night, if you're an 'OTB GAA' subscriber you'll also catch us there. Tuesday night from 10pm, you can watch the pod on YouTube. You can follow us and contact the pod on Twitter/Instagram: @footballpod_gaa The Football Pod is brought to you in partnership with AIB - Proud sponsors of the GAA Senior Football Championship. Check out #TheToughest for more.

TFP - S3, Ep. 34: Dublin win an historic All-Ireland, Paddy and James live from Croke Park

Sun, 30 Jul 2023 17:53:00 +0000

Dublin are crowned All-Ireland Football Champions for 2023 - Paddy Andrews and James O'Donoghue react live from Croke Park for Ep. 34 of The Football Pod as James McCarthy, Stephen Cluxton and Mick Fitzsimons win their 9th All-Ireland medal. You can follow us and contact the pod on Twitter/Instagram: @footballpod_gaa The Football Pod is brought to you in partnership with AIB - Proud sponsors of the GAA Senior Football Championship. Check out #TheToughest for more.

LIVE from Croke Park: Paul Galvin & Cian O'Sullivan on Cluxton, Sam and Dublin-Kerry: TFP - S3, Ep. 33

Fri, 28 Jul 2023 15:00:00 +0000

Welcome along to The Football Pod LIVE from The Hogan Suite of Croke Park, Ep. 33 of Season 3 - where Tommy, James, and Paddy are joined by special guests Paul Galvin & Cian O'Sullivan to preview this year's All-Ireland Football Final between Kerry and Dublin! Make sure you're subscribed to 'The Football Pod' podcast feed to get new episodes every Monday night, if you're an 'OTB GAA' subscriber you'll also catch us there. Tuesday night from 10pm, you can watch the pod on YouTube. You can follow us and contact the pod on Twitter/Instagram: @footballpod_gaa The Football Pod is brought to you in partnership with AIB - Proud sponsors of the GAA Senior Football Championship. Check out #TheToughest for more.

TFP - S3, Ep. 32: Dublin vs. Kerry, the match-ups, memories and the noise of an All-Ireland Final week

Mon, 24 Jul 2023 21:05:00 +0000

Welcome along to Ep. 32 of Season 3 of The Football Pod - James O'Donoghue and Paddy Andrews talk Gaelic Football with Tommy Rooney, tonight we’re building up to a Dublin-Kerry All-Ireland final. 00:00 - Best Croke Park atmospheres and the buzz of 2013. 17:00 - Lessons learned from the 2019 replay and 2022 semi-final. 22:00 - Will Ciaran Kilkenny start? 31:00 - Cian O'Sullivan and Paul Galvin are joining the pod! 36:00 - What will the match-ups be? 58:00 - Where will the All-Ireland final be won and lost? Make sure you're subscribed to 'The Football Pod' podcast feed to get new episodes every Monday night, if you're an 'OTB GAA' subscriber you'll also catch us there. Tuesday night from 10pm, you can watch the pod on YouTube. You can follow us and contact the pod on Twitter/Instagram: @footballpod_gaa The Football Pod is brought to you in partnership with AIB - Proud sponsors of the GAA Senior Football Championship. Check out #TheToughest for more.

TFP - S3, Ep. 31: Dublin and Kerry find their way through, Meath’s big day out

Mon, 17 Jul 2023 20:50:00 +0000

Welcome along to Ep. 31 of Season 3 of The Football Pod - James O'Donoghue and Paddy Andrews talk Gaelic Football with Tommy Rooney every week - we get stuck straight into a glorious weekend of Football. 00:00 - Sweaty palms and knots in the stomach. 03:00 - How did Kerry hold off Derry and Clifford vs. McKaigue. 22:00 - Kerry’s quiet forwards and targeting McGuigan? 40:00 - Dublin-Monaghan breakdown: Mick Fitz, the press and The Last Dance 01:05:00 - How will Derry and Monaghan look back on 2023? 01:15:00 - Tailteann Cup Final - Meath’s brilliant win over Down. Make sure you're subscribed to 'The Football Pod' podcast feed to get new episodes every Monday night, if you're an 'OTB GAA' subscriber you'll also catch us there. Tuesday night from 10pm, you can watch the pod on YouTube. You can follow us and contact the pod on Twitter/Instagram: @footballpod_gaa The Football Pod is brought to you in partnership with AIB - Proud sponsors of the GAA Senior Football Championship. Check out #TheToughest for more.

TFP - S3, Ep. 30: Andy McEntee joins us to talk Down v Meath, Antrim and being a County Manager

Fri, 14 Jul 2023 00:30:00 +0000

Welcome along to Ep. 30 of Season 3 of The Football Pod - James O'Donoghue and Paddy Andrews talk Gaelic Football with Tommy Rooney every week - this is another bonus episode for you as former Meath boss and current Antrim manager Andy McEntee joins the pod to talk about the Tailteann Cup Final. 00:00 - Who’s a good loser? 05:00 - Andy McEntee talks about leaving Meath and joining Antrim. 27:00 - Where have Meath impressed? 35:00 - Morris, Kerry corner-forwards and Basquel - playing with a swagger. 48:00 - Down-Meath in 1991 and Andy’s Meath Football career. 53:00 - Players to Watch in the Tailteann Cup Final. 56:00 - McEntee’s word on Derry-Kerry and Monaghan-Dublin. Make sure you're subscribed to 'The Football Pod' podcast feed to get new episodes every Monday night, if you're an 'OTB GAA' subscriber you'll also catch us there. Tuesday night from 10pm, you can watch the pod on YouTube. You can follow us and contact the pod on Twitter/Instagram: @footballpod_gaa The Football Pod is brought to you in partnership with AIB - Proud sponsors of the GAA Senior Football Championship. Check out #TheToughest for more.

TFP - S3, Ep. 29: How Derry and Monaghan can spoil Kerry and Dublin’s 'party'

Mon, 10 Jul 2023 21:00:00 +0000

Welcome along to Ep. 29 of Season 3 of The Football Pod - James O'Donoghue and Paddy Andrews talk Gaelic Football with Tommy Rooney every Monday. This week we’re looking ahead to the All-Ireland SFC semi-finals, we’re also planning a bonus podcast for Thursday. 00:00 - Kerry club drama and the Hurling 05:00 - How can Derry beat Kerry? 20:00 - Kerry-Derry match-ups 30:00 - Where can Monaghan hurt Dublin? Make sure you're subscribed to 'The Football Pod' podcast feed to get new episodes every Monday night, if you're an 'OTB GAA' subscriber you'll also catch us there. Tuesday night from 10pm, you can watch the pod on YouTube. You can find us, follow and contact the pod on Twitter/Instagram. The Football Pod is brought to you in partnership with AIB - Proud sponsors of the GAA Senior Football Championship. Check out #TheToughest for more.

TFP - S3, Ep. 28: Dublin and Kerry rip it up, Magic McManus, Derry stutter, Fear in Armagh and Mayo pain

Mon, 03 Jul 2023 21:20:00 +0000

Welcome along to Ep. 28 of Season 3 of The Football Pod - James O'Donoghue and Paddy Andrews talk Gaelic Football with Tommy Rooney every Monday. 00:00 - Paddy’s West Clare Pub Crawl 05:00 - How Dublin and Kerry made their mark. 30:00 - Armagh blew it, as McManus and McCarthy star. 48:00 - Roadshow announcement - in Croke Park! 57:00 - Clifford magic, Cork fall short, Mayo’s sorry end. Make sure you're subscribed to 'The Football Pod' podcast feed to get new episodes every Monday night, if you're an 'OTB GAA' subscriber you'll also catch us there. Tuesday night from 10pm, you can watch the pod on YouTube. You can follow us and contact the pod on Twitter/Instagram: @footballpod_gaa The Football Pod is brought to you in partnership with AIB - Proud sponsors of the GAA Senior Football Championship. Check out #TheToughest for more.

TFP - S3, Ep. 27: Quarter-final bonanza, calling Kerry-Tyrone, Dublin-Mayo, Derry-Cork, Armagh-Monaghan

Thu, 29 Jun 2023 12:00:00 +0000

Welcome along to Ep. 27 of Season 3 of The Football Pod as James O'Donoghue and Paddy Andrews talk Gaelic Football with Tommy Rooney every Monday. It's a double pod-week, Paddy's just home, Tommy's in Porto and James is dying with the hay-fever, but we couldn't help ourselves with the weekend of Football ahead of us. Enjoy. 00:00 - Tommy in Porto, Relitigating JOD. 10:00 - Focus on Kerry vs. Tyrone 21:00 - Can Monaghan turnover Armagh? 31:00 - Derry vs. Cork - are we sleeping on Derry? 38:00 - Dublin-Mayo match-ups 54:00 - Quarter-final predictions Make sure you're subscribed to 'The Football Pod' podcast feed to get new episodes every Monday night, if you're an 'OTB GAA' subscriber you'll also catch us there. Tuesday night from 10pm, you can watch the pod on YouTube. You can follow us and contact the pod on Twitter/Instagram: @footballpod_gaa The Football Pod is brought to you in partnership with AIB - Proud sponsors of the GAA Senior Football Championship. Check out #TheToughest for more.

TFP - S3, Ep. 26: Cork and Mayo mania, Tyrone v Kerry, Targeting injured players, Losers Report Card

Mon, 26 Jun 2023 17:20:00 +0000

Welcome along to Ep. 26 of Season 3 of The Football Pod - James O'Donoghue and Paddy Andrews talk Gaelic Football with Tommy Rooney every Monday. We’re breaking down another brilliant weekend of Championship action. 00:00 - Paddy in Rome, the perfect quarter-final draw! 05:00 - Championship Carnage: Jimmy’s Cork, Mayo emerge. 28:00 - Winners and losers: Knockouts, Minor and Tailteann Cup 35:00 - Tyrone to take down Kerry? Canavan trouble 50:00 - Playing Sean Kelly and do injured players get targeted? 55:00 - Monaghan’s class, Mayo v Dublin 01:03:00 - Report Card: Galway, Kildare and Roscommon’s 2023. Make sure you're subscribed to 'The Football Pod' podcast feed to get new episodes every Monday night, if you're an 'OTB GAA' subscriber you'll also catch us there. Tuesday night from 10pm, you can watch the pod on YouTube. You can follow us and contact the pod on Twitter/Instagram: @footballpod_gaa The Football Pod is brought to you in partnership with AIB - Proud sponsors of the GAA Senior Football Championship. Check out #TheToughest for more.

TFP - S3, Ep. 25: Chaos in the Championship, Galway-Mayo madness, redemption scripts, read the rulebook

Mon, 19 Jun 2023 18:55:00 +0000

Welcome along to Ep. 25 of Season 3 of The Football Pod - James O'Donoghue and Paddy Andrews talk Gaelic Football with Tommy Rooney every Monday. The boys are in flying form as the Football Championship takes flight, enjoy! 00:00 - Jimmy’s home from Vegas 03:00 - The Championship is Alive: Mayo and Galway slip. 20:00 - Colm Collins steps down as Clare boss after a decade. 25:00 - James graduates from Punditry school: Cork and Tyrone-Donegal. 30:00 - Preliminary fallout: Kildare-Ros, Westmeath, sleeping on Kerry-Dublin. 57:00 - Predictions (under duress) 01:00:00 - Tailteann Cup Glory Days. Make sure you're subscribed to 'The Football Pod' podcast feed to get new episodes every Monday night, if you're an 'OTB GAA' subscriber you'll also catch us there. Tuesday night from 10pm, you can watch the pod on YouTube. You can follow us and contact the pod on Twitter/Instagram: @footballpod_gaa The Football Pod is brought to you in partnership with AIB - Proud sponsors of the GAA Senior Football Championship. Check out #TheToughest for more.

TFP - S3, Ep. 24: Winning habits, Go for goal, All-Ireland Predictions, Tailteann Cup quarters

Mon, 12 Jun 2023 22:50:00 +0000

Welcome along to Ep. 24 of Season 3 of The Football Pod - James O'Donoghue and Paddy Andrews talk Gaelic Football with Tommy Rooney every Monday. James is in Vegas, so we recorded an All-Ireland preview with him before his flight and Paddy joined Tommy on Monday to breakdown the Football from the weekend! 00:00 - Desperation or Invincibility? How great teams keep winning. 06:00 - Tailteann Cup + Brilliant Minors 22:00 - Football Championship woes 35:00 - Why aren’t we seeing more goals? 50:00 - All-Ireland series preview and predictions Make sure you're subscribed to 'The Football Pod' podcast feed to get new episodes every Monday night, if you're an 'OTB GAA' subscriber you'll also catch us there. Tuesday night from 10pm, you can watch the pod on YouTube. You can follow us and contact the pod on Twitter/Instagram: @footballpod_gaa The Football Pod is brought to you in partnership with AIB - Proud sponsors of the GAA Senior Football Championship. Check out #TheToughest for more.

TFP - S3, Ep. 23: Save the Shooters, Kerry's Penalty, Sam Contenders and Pretenders

Mon, 05 Jun 2023 21:00:00 +0000

Welcome along to Ep. 23 of Season 3 of The Football Pod - James O'Donoghue and Paddy Andrews talk Gaelic Football with Tommy Rooney every Monday - this week we’re getting stuck into a bumper weekend of GAA, enjoy! (01:00) - Ban club games of a Monday Bank Holiday! (10:00) - Kerry issues, Penalty Debate, is Clifford enough? (27:00) - All-Ireland round-up: Gallen, Louth’s duvet, Rian’s red. (31:00) - McCarron’s clinic: save the shooters! (40:00) - Roscommon improvement, Cool Conor and Ben O'Carroll, Sam? (56:00) - Good Dublin. Bad Dublin. Galway remain on course. (01:03:00) - Tailteann Cup round-up, GAAGO in Vegas. Make sure you're subscribed to 'The Football Pod' podcast feed to get new episodes every Monday night, if you're an 'OTB GAA' subscriber you'll also catch us there. Tuesday night from 10pm, you can watch the pod on YouTube. You can follow us and contact the pod on Twitter/Instagram: @footballpod_gaa The Football Pod is brought to you in partnership with AIB - Proud sponsors of the GAA Senior Football Championship. Check out #TheToughest for more.

TFP - S3, Ep. 22: Respect the Rossies, Brave Managers, McGuigan's No. 1, Tyrone threat

Mon, 29 May 2023 21:05:00 +0000

Welcome along to Ep. 22 of Season 3 of The Football Pod - James O'Donoghue and Paddy Andrews talk Gaelic Football with Tommy Rooney every Monday. This week, we're chatting through the weekend gone, and attempting to preview a Football bonanza, where 32 sides are in action! (01:00) - James’ colour, Kevin Moran and Paddy in Derry. (09:00) - Putting Respect on the Rossies. Why are Dublin so lax? (32:00) - Monaghan's big calls, McGuigan's in the zone. (46:00) - Cork v Kerry, Tyrone v Armagh, Football bonanza. Make sure you're subscribed to 'The Football Pod' podcast feed to get new episodes every Monday night, if you're an 'OTB GAA' subscriber you'll also catch us there. Tuesday night from 10pm, you can watch the pod on YouTube. You can follow us and contact the pod on Twitter/Instagram: @footballpod_gaa The Football Pod is brought to you in partnership with AIB - Proud sponsors of the GAA Senior Football Championship. Check out #TheToughest for more.

TFP - S3, Ep. 21: Kerry worried, Mayo impress, Ros to rattle Dublin, dodgy rules and attacking flair

Mon, 22 May 2023 19:40:00 +0000

Welcome along to Ep. 21 of Season 3 of The Football Pod - James O'Donoghue and Paddy Andrews talk Gaelic Football with Tommy Rooney every Monday. This week we’re getting stuck into Kerry-Mayo, debating the value of mercurial forwards, looking at the Tailteann Cup and other results, as well as the weekend ahead. (01:00) - Paddy’s Brolly and ROG for Kerry. (11:00) - What went wrong for Kerry? (24:00) - Impressive Mayo. (33:00) - ‘Mercurial’ forwards need love too. (40:00) - Galway-Tyrone, Donegal beat Clare and Sligo’s rise! (52:00) - Tailteann Cup round-up and quick-thinking forwards! (59:30) - James on Louth-Cork, Paddy talks up Roscommon-Dublin. Make sure you're subscribed to 'The Football Pod' podcast feed to get new episodes every Monday night, if you're an 'OTB GAA' subscriber you'll also catch us there. Tuesday night from 10pm, you can watch the pod on YouTube. You can follow us and contact the pod on Twitter/Instagram: @footballpod_gaa The Football Pod is brought to you in partnership with AIB - Proud sponsors of the GAA Senior Football Championship. Check out #TheToughest for more.

TFP - S3, Ep. 20: Drama in Clones, Dubs deliver, Donal Óg’s cheap-shot, Kerry-Mayo

Mon, 15 May 2023 18:45:00 +0000

Welcome along to the latest episode of The Football Pod - James O'Donoghue and Paddy Andrews talk Gaelic Football with Tommy Rooney every Monday. This week we’re chatting about a dramatic Ulster Final, Dublin's win against Louth, Donal Og and the Tailteann Cup and next weekend's Kerry-Mayo clash. (01:00) - James and his beats... (05:00) - Breaking down that Derry-Armagh final! (28:00) - Where Dublin demolished Louth. (42:00) - Kildare's u20s success (45:00) - Donal Óg’s cheap-shot (48:00) - Tailteann Cup takes off (52:00) - Kerry v Mayo. (59:00) - Galway v Tyrone. Make sure you're subscribed to 'The Football Pod' podcast feed to get new episodes every Monday night, if you're an 'OTB GAA' subscriber you'll also catch us there. Tuesday night from 10pm, you can watch the pod on YouTube. You can follow us and contact the pod on Twitter/Instagram: @footballpod_gaa The Football Pod is brought to you in partnership with AIB - Proud sponsors of the GAA Senior Football Championship. Check out #TheToughest for more.

TFP - S3, Ep. 19: GAAGO Debate, Galway-Kerry impress, Armagh-Derry excitement

Mon, 08 May 2023 20:25:00 +0000

Welcome along to the latest episode of The Football Pod - James O'Donoghue and Paddy Andrews talk Gaelic Football with Tommy Rooney every Monday. This week we’re chatting about the Provincial Finals, James’ antics on the golf course and the GAAGO debate. (01:00) - James on the golf course. (05:00) - Kerry and Galway impress. (16:00) - What do Dublin need to show? (33:00) - GAAGO Debate (48:00) - Why Derry-Armagh will be brilliant. Make sure you're subscribed to 'The Football Pod' podcast feed to get new episodes every Monday night, if you're an 'OTB GAA' subscriber you'll also catch us there. Tuesday night from 10pm, you can watch the pod on YouTube. You can follow us and contact the pod on Twitter/Instagram: @footballpod_gaa The Football Pod is brought to you in partnership with AIB - Proud sponsors of the GAA Senior Football Championship. Check out #TheToughest for more.

TFP - S3, Ep. 18 - LIVE from Killarney: Marc Ó Sé, best combined Kerry/Dublin XV, do the Dubs belong in Croker?

Fri, 05 May 2023 16:00:00 +0000

Welcome along to the podcast of The Football Pod Live from Killarney, Ep. 18 of Season 3 - Tommy, James, and Paddy are joined by special guest Marc Ó Sé at the Great Southern Hotel in Killarney to talk the 2023 Football season, the Kerry-Dublin rivalry, their best and worst days and also pick the Greatest Dublin-Kerry fifteen of the 21st Century (best of luck with that!) (01:00) - Welcome to James's Kingdom! (15:00) - Special guest Marc Ó Sé joins the party (45:00) - Paddy and James reveal their best Dublin-Kerry fifteen since 2000... (01:05:00) - Dubs in Croker, Kerry vs. Clare, Stopping Clifford (01:20:00) - Decision Time - Marc O Se selects … The Football Pod is brought to you every week, in partnership with AIB - proud sponsors of the GAA Senior Football Championship. Check out #TheToughest for more. Make sure you're subscribed to 'The Football Pod' podcast feed to get new episodes every Monday night, if you're an 'OTB GAA' subscriber you'll also catch us there. Tuesday night from 10pm, you can watch the pod on YouTube. You can follow us and contact the pod on Twitter/Instagram: @footballpod_gaa

TFP - S3, Ep. 17: Leinster Thrillers, Armagh-Derry, Dubs in Croker, Munster Final

Sun, 30 Apr 2023 21:20:00 +0000

Welcome along to The Football Pod, Ep. 17 of the season - James O'Donoghue and Paddy Andrews talk Gaelic Football with Tommy Rooney off the back of a brilliant weekend, where Leinster took centre stage. We'll talk the Ulster semi-finals too, and cast our eye towards the Munster Final, and our roadshow in Killarney on Thursday night! (we'll see you there) (01:00) - Live from Rome. (06:00) - Louth get by Offaly: Downey, Midfield, Mulroy. (17:00) - Kildare-Dublin: Cluxton, Kildare, Croker, Dubs shooting. (41:00) - Post-show plan for Killarney! (43:00) - Why Armagh-Derry is so exciting. Down's year. (51:00) - Munster Final - what can Clare do to Kerry? Make sure you're subscribed to 'The Football Pod' podcast feed to get new episodes every Monday night, if you're an 'OTB GAA' subscriber you'll also catch us there. Tuesday night from 10pm, you can watch the pod on YouTube. You can follow us and contact the pod on Twitter/Instagram: @footballpod_gaa The Football Pod is brought to you every week, in partnership with AIB - Proud sponsors of the GAA Senior Football Championship. Check out #TheToughest for more.

TFP - S3, Ep. 16: David Clifford talks Kerry, shooting practice and pre-match prep

Wed, 26 Apr 2023 10:55:00 +0000

David Clifford joins Paddy, James and Tommy on a bonus episode The Football Pod. We chat about Clifford’s brilliant, relentless year, how he’s handled it and how he prepares for finals. The trip to Portugal, Kerry’s penalty problem, shooting practice and who replaced James as the messer in the dressing room. Enjoy! David spoke to us today with thanks to Supervalu’s launch of their #CommunityIncludesEveryone campaign. Sponsors of the Championship for a fourteenth consecutive season, SuperValu were joined by Gaelic Games role models and advocates from across the country in Croke Park today to highlight the role of GAA communities in making Ireland a more diverse, inclusive and welcoming country for all. Make sure you're subscribed to 'The Football Pod' podcast feed to get new episodes every Monday night, if you're an 'OTB GAA' subscriber you'll also catch us there. Tuesday night from 10pm, you can watch the pod on YouTube. You can follow us and contact the pod on Twitter/Instagram: @footballpod_gaa The Football Pod is brought to you in partnership with AIB - Proud sponsors of the GAA Senior Football Championship. Check out #TheToughest for more.

TFP - S3, Ep. 15: how Galway ruled Roscommon, Armagh eye Down, Meath's collapse, Killarney special guest

Mon, 24 Apr 2023 14:03:00 +0000

Welcome along to Episode 15 of Season 3 of The Football Pod - James O'Donoghue and Paddy Andrews talk Gaelic Football with Tommy Rooney off the back of another superb weekend of football. We also announce our special guest for Killarney on May 7th. Subscribe and keep an eye out for a special interview, coming your way later in the week from The Football Pod. (01:00) - TFP Takeover and why Kerry-Clare should be in Ennis! (08:00) - Galway-Roscommon breakdown - depth, control, style. (25:00) - Kerry hammer Tipp, Louth turn over Westmeath. (30:00) - Meath banished to the Tailteann Cup. (36:00) - Kildare get by Wicklow, scary Dublin. (44:00) - Special Guest announcement at The Football Pod Live! (47:00) - Armagh-Down, Derry-Monaghan, Leinster semi-finals. Make sure you're subscribed to 'The Football Pod' podcast feed to get new episodes every Monday night, if you're an 'OTB GAA' subscriber you'll also catch us there. Tuesday night from 10pm, you can watch the pod on YouTube. You can follow us and contact the pod on Twitter/Instagram: @footballpod_gaa The Football Pod is brought to you in partnership with AIB - Proud sponsors of the GAA Senior Football Championship. Check out #TheToughest for more.

TFP - S3, Ep. 14: Monaghan Madness, Championship Jeopardy, GAA vs. the media

Mon, 17 Apr 2023 20:20:00 +0000

Welcome along to Episode 14 of Season 3 of The Football Pod - James O'Donoghue and Paddy Andrews talk Gaelic Football with Tommy Rooney - it's the giddiest one yet as we call for a blanket ban on the fisted point, Paddy lifts the veil on pre-match interviews and James is looking forward to watching Kerry... (01:00) - Monaghan-Tyrone Classic: O'Toole, Intensity, Tyrone's Monday. (26:00) - Derry get it too easy, defensive set-ups. (33:00) - Why the GAA hate the media - pre-match lies, player access. (47:00) - Roscommon-Galway preview. (53:00) - Cavan eye up Armagh - mentality and psychology. (01:06:00) - Connacht, Ulster, Munster, Leinster round-up. Make sure you're subscribed to 'The Football Pod' podcast feed to get new episodes every Monday night, if you're an 'OTB GAA' subscriber you'll also catch us there.

TFP - S3, Ep. 13: Brilliant Roscommon, Clare shake up the summer, the New York story

Mon, 10 Apr 2023 12:35:00 +0000

Welcome along to Episode 13 of Season 3 of The Football Pod - James O'Donoghue and Paddy Andrews talk Gaelic Football with Tommy Rooney as the Championship takes off with some massive results on the opening weekend. (01:00) - Championship Fairytales: New York win (16:00) - How Clare took down Cork. (28:00) - The Football Pod Live in Killarney! (32:00) - Where Roscommon beat Mayo. (56:00) - Tyrone v Monaghan, Derry v Fermanagh Make sure you're subscribed to 'The Football Pod' podcast feed to get new episodes every Monday night, if you're an 'OTB GAA' subscriber you'll also catch us there. Tuesday night from 10pm, you can watch the pod on YouTube. You can follow us and contact the pod on Twitter/Instagram: @footballpod_gaa The Football Pod is brought to you in partnership with AIB - Proud sponsors of the GAA Senior Football Championship. Check out #TheToughest for more.

TFP - S3, Ep. 12: Mayo’s mood, Derry get Con, Ice Cold Jimmy, Championship motivations

Mon, 03 Apr 2023 20:45:00 +0000

Welcome along to Episode 12 of Season 3 of The Football Pod - James O'Donoghue and Paddy Andrews talk Gaelic Football with Tommy Rooney. We've crowned our four league champions and our eyes immediately drift to the opening weekend of Championship! It's all go. (01:00) - League winners and losers! (12:00) - Galway’s good and the bad. (21:00) - Dublin-Derry fallout - Con’s influence. (38:00) - TFP are hitting the road. (40:00) - Armagh-Antrim and Clare-Cork. (51:00) - Calling Mayo-Roscommon Make sure you're subscribed to 'The Football Pod' podcast feed to get new episodes every Monday night, if you're an 'OTB GAA' subscriber you'll also catch us there. Tuesday night from 10pm, you can watch the pod on YouTube. You can follow us and contact the pod on Twitter/Instagram: @footballpod_gaa The Football Pod is brought to you in partnership with AIB - Proud sponsors of the GAA Senior Football Championship. Check out #TheToughest for more.

TFP - S3, Ep. 11: Cluxton returns, Monaghan down Armagh, Division 4 Drama, League Finals preview

Sun, 26 Mar 2023 21:15:00 +0000

Welcome along to Episode 11 of Season 3 of The Football Pod - James O'Donoghue and Paddy Andrews talk Gaelic Football with Tommy Rooney - we get stuck into the madness, the action and the final match-ups after a cracking day of action. (01:00) - Cluxton is back - why? (23:00) - Monaghan's March Madness, Division 4 drama! (43:00) - Div. 1 and 2 League Finals: Galway v Mayo, Derry v Dublin. (55:00) - Div. 3 and 4 League Finals: Cavan v Fermanagh, Sligo v Wicklow. (01:07:00) - Carr leaves Donegal and Cavan Ladies disarray. Make sure you're subscribed to 'The Football Pod' podcast feed to get new episodes every Monday night, if you're an 'OTB GAA' subscriber you'll also catch us there. Tuesday night from 10pm, you can watch the pod on YouTube. You can follow us and contact the pod on Twitter/Instagram: @footballpod_gaa The Football Pod is brought to you in partnership with AIB - Proud sponsors of the GAA Senior Football Championship. Check out #TheToughest for more.

TFP - S3, Ep. 10: Louth's Rise, Armagh need a kick, Meath for the Tailteann Cup? NFL Predictions

Tue, 21 Mar 2023 19:15:00 +0000

Welcome along to Episode 10 of Season 3 of The Football Pod - James O'Donoghue and Paddy Andrews talk Gaelic Football with Tommy Rooney. It's business time in the leagues. (01:00) - Have the leagues entertained? (07:00) - Louth's rise! (19:00) - Division 1: Galway-Kerry, Armagh-Tyrone, predictions (45:00) - Division 2: Louth-Dublin, Kildare-Meath for the Tailteann Cup? (55:00) - Division 3 + 4: preview and predictions. Make sure you're subscribed to 'The Football Pod' podcast feed to get new episodes every Monday night, if you're an 'OTB GAA' subscriber you'll also catch us there. Tuesday night from 10pm, you can watch the pod on YouTube. You can follow us and contact the pod on Twitter/Instagram: @footballpod_gaa The Football Pod is brought to you in partnership with AIB - Proud sponsors of the GAA Senior Football Championship. Check out #TheToughest for more.

TFP - S3, Ep. 9: Liams Kearns tribute, Donegal mess, fortress Clones, D-Day in Division 2

Mon, 13 Mar 2023 21:40:00 +0000

Welcome to Episode 9 of The Football Pod - James O'Donoghue and Paddy Andrews talk Gaelic Football with Tommy Rooney. We begin by talking about the shocking news of the passing of Offaly manager, Liam Kearns. (01:00) - Liam Kearns, Rest in Peace. (08:00) - Mayo v Donegal: Academy mess - what’s gone wrong? (33:00) - Monaghan v Tyrone: Clones = Istanbul. (48:00) - Limerick-Kildare: Ray Dempsey departs, can Kildare save themselves? (01:00:00) - Can Meath make hay, or expect a Dublin backlash? Make sure you're subscribed to 'The Football Pod' podcast feed to get new episodes every Monday night, if you're an 'OTB GAA' subscriber you'll also catch us there. Tuesday night from 10pm, you can watch the pod on YouTube. You can follow us and contact the pod on Twitter/Instagram: @footballpod_gaa The Football Pod is brought to you in partnership with AIB - Proud sponsors of the GAA Senior Football Championship. Check out #TheToughest for more.

TFP - S3, Ep. 8: Derry’s X-Factor, Dublin’s big problem, Tyrone bite back, one-on-one crimes

Sun, 05 Mar 2023 22:35:00 +0000

Welcome to Episode 8 of The Football Pod - James O'Donoghue and Paddy Andrews talk Gaelic Football with Tommy Rooney. We're digging deep into Derry and Dublin this week, Tyrone impress as Division 2 opens up. (01:00) - ‘Andrews inspires Tyrone response.’ (13:00) - Around the Four Divisions (21:00) - Derry deep-dive: first-half analysis, what changed, what’s needed? (41:00) - Dublin’s big problem? (58:00) - Forward crimes - why are attackers missing one-on-one’s? (01:02:30) - Mayo’s form continues, can Okunbor star for Kerry? Make sure you're subscribed to 'The Football Pod' podcast feed to get new episodes every Monday night, if you're an 'OTB GAA' subscriber you'll also catch us there. If you prefer to watch us on YouTube - the show is streamed on the Off The Ball channel from 10pm Tuesday. The Football Pod is brought to you in partnership with AIB - Proud sponsors of the GAA Senior Football Championship. Check out #TheToughest for more. You can follow us and contact the pod on Twitter/Instagram: @footballpod_gaa.

TFP - S3, Ep. 7: Armagh’s issue, Dublin trouble, Toothless Tyrone, Div. 2 Danger

Mon, 27 Feb 2023 21:35:00 +0000

Welcome to Episode 7 of The Football Pod - James O'Donoghue and Paddy Andrews talk Gaelic Football with Tommy Rooney after another brilliant weekend of action. So much to get stuck into. (01:00) - Who creates the best ‘Football’ atmosphere? (11:00) - Around the GAA: Scary Kildare, Fermanagh’s man, Leitrim flying. (32:00) - GAA Voice Notes: a new shooting technique? (38:00) - What do Armagh need to get to the next level? (53:00) - Toothless Tyrone: what’s gone wrong? (59:00) - Should Dublin be worried? Derry preview. (01:15:00) - Division 2’s fight for survival. Make sure you're subscribed to 'The Football Pod' podcast feed to get new episodes every Monday night, if you're an 'OTB GAA' subscriber you'll also catch us there. If you prefer to watch us on YouTube - the show is streamed on the Off The Ball channel from 10pm Tuesday. The Football Pod is brought to you in partnership with AIB - Proud sponsors of the GAA Senior Football Championship. Check out #TheToughest for more. You can follow us and contact the pod on Twitter/Instagram: @footballpod_gaa.

TFP - S3, Ep. 6: The West is Awake, Galway depth, Kildare's lifeline, Jack Mc is back

Mon, 20 Feb 2023 21:40:00 +0000

Welcome to Episode 6 of The Football Pod - James O'Donoghue and Paddy Andrews talk Gaelic Football with Tommy Rooney. Paddy dials in from a college trip to Belgium, James does a deep-dive on Galway's depth and Tommy reports back from Kildare's win in Clare. (01:00) - Paddy's in Leuven, 'boring' bus trips. (09:00) - Around the GAA: stories and results. (20:00) - Mayo conditioning, Galway's depth, Roscommon respect. (45:00) - Division 2 danger, the backpost sin, Clare-Kildare. (01:00:00) - Jack McCaffrey's freakish return to action. Make sure you're subscribed to 'The Football Pod' podcast feed to get new episodes every Monday night, if you're an 'OTB GAA' subscriber you'll also catch us there. If you prefer to watch us on YouTube - the show is streamed on the Off The Ball channel from 10pm Tuesday. The Football Pod is brought to you in partnership with AIB - Proud sponsors of the GAA Senior Football Championship. Check out #TheToughest for more. You can follow us and contact the pod on Twitter/Instagram: @footballpod_gaa

TFP - S3, Ep. 5: League contenders, please stand up! Sigerson solution, Jetlag James, Expenses issue explained

Mon, 13 Feb 2023 21:05:00 +0000

Welcome to Episode 5 of The Football Pod - James O'Donoghue and Paddy Andrews talk Gaelic Football with Tommy Rooney as a jetlagged James joins us fresh off the plane, and Paddy talks up college football - before we get stuck into round 3 of the leagues. (01:00) - Jetlag James, can we bring the US showbiz to the GAA? (11:00) - Sigerson debate - how can it survive? Should it survive? UL v UCC. (28:00) - Explaining the GAA expenses problem as players speak out. (35:00) - From now, the season heats up: Roscommon v Armagh. (51:00) - Kerry v Mayo - why it matters. (57:00) - Feast of Football ahead, Division 2 results will tell a tale. Make sure you're subscribed to 'The Football Pod' podcast feed to get new episodes every Monday night, if you're an 'OTB GAA' subscriber you'll also catch us there. If you prefer to watch us on YouTube - the show is streamed on the Off The Ball channel from 10pm Tuesday. The Football Pod is brought to you in partnership with AIB - Proud sponsors of the GAA Senior Football Championship. Check out #TheToughest for more. You can follow us and contact the pod on Twitter/Instagram: @footballpod_gaa

TFP - S3, Ep. 4: Mayo-Armagh drama, Donal Down, Rossies Up, Kildare Trouble, James in Miami

Sun, 05 Feb 2023 19:35:00 +0000

Welcome to Episode 4 of The Football Pod - James O'Donoghue and Paddy Andrews talk Gaelic Football with Tommy Rooney after another dramatic weekend of GAA. (01:00) - Welcome to Miami. (03:00) - There's a kick in Cork. Who is Kerry’s new star? (20:00) - McStay’s plan, Aidan O’Shea at full-forward. (34:00) - Rossies on the up, Kildare trouble (50:00) - Dublin’s Division 2, Around the Leagues. (59:00) - Final word on the Kilmacud Crokes-Glen saga. Make sure you're subscribed to 'The Football Pod' podcast feed to get new episodes every Monday night, if you're an 'OTB GAA' subscriber you'll also catch us there. If you prefer to watch on YouTube - the show is streamed on Off The Ball from 10pm Tuesday. The Football Pod is brought to you in partnership with AIB - Proud sponsors of the GAA Senior Football Championship. Check out #TheToughest for more. You can follow us and contact the pod on Twitter/Instagram: @footballpod_gaa

TFP - S3, Ep. 3: Dodgy League Predictions, Kick it long, Glen-Kilmacud, David Moran

Mon, 30 Jan 2023 21:35:00 +0000

Welcome to the third episode of Season 3 of The Football Pod - James O'Donoghue and Paddy Andrews talk Gaelic Football with Tommy Rooney. This week we’re focusing on the return of the National Football League - which delivered some brilliant entertainment. (01:00) - Glen-Kilmacud Crokes saga rolls on (13:00) - Around the Leagues and James’ Cork call. (29:00) - Meath joy - what’s the key to direct football? (40:00) - Galway impress, same old Mayo? Donegal and Roscommon. (01:02:00) - David Moran’s character! (01:10:00) - Division 1 and 2 Predictions Make sure you're subscribed to 'The Football Pod' podcast feed to get new episodes every Monday night, if you're an 'OTB GAA' subscriber you'll also catch us there. If you prefer to watch on YouTube - the show is streamed on Off The Ball from 10pm Tuesday. The Football Pod is brought to you in partnership with AIB - Proud sponsors of the GAA Senior Football Championship. Check out #TheToughest for more.

TFP - S3, Ep. 2: Players to Watch, New Manager Drama, Focus on Div. 2 and 3

Mon, 23 Jan 2023 16:00:00 +0000

Welcome to the second episode of Season 3 of The Football Pod - James O'Donoghue and Paddy Andrews talk Gaelic Football with Tommy Rooney. This week we’re focusing on Division 2 and 3, talking about the new managers and players to watch this year! Timestamps below. (01:00) - New Year, same Pod. (05:00) - How long does it take a new manager to make an impact? (21:00) - How a Longford defeat changed Dublin’s pre-season plans. (30:00) - James’ Player to Watch in 2023 (34:00) - Paddy’s Players to Watch (44:00) - Breaking down Division 2. (51:00) - Expect drama in Division 3. (58:00) - Division 1 and 2 - quick-predictions. Make sure you're subscribed to 'The Football Pod' podcast feed to get new episodes every Monday night, if you're an 'OTB GAA' subscriber you'll also catch us there. If you prefer to watch on YouTube - the show is streamed on Off The Ball from 10pm Tuesday. The Football Pod is brought to you in partnership with AIB - Proud sponsors of the GAA Senior Football Championship. Check out #TheToughest for more. You can follow us and contact the pod on Twitter/Instagram: @footballpod_gaa

TFP - S3, Ep. 1: Teams to Watch, nightmare retirements, Focus on Division 1 and 4

Mon, 16 Jan 2023 22:15:00 +0000

Welcome to Season 3 of The Football Pod - James O'Donoghue and Paddy Andrews are back talking Gaelic Football with Tommy Rooney as we catch up after a few weeks apart, and look ahead to an exciting 2023 inter-county season! Timestamps below. (01:00) - We're back: Fossa win an insane Junior All-Ireland! (19:30) - Teams to Watch in 2023. (33:00) - Spotlight on Division 1. (51:00) - Who can Division 4? (56:30) - Which county had the worst winter with retirements? Make sure you're subscribed to 'The Football Pod' podcast feed to get new episodes every Monday night, if you're an 'OTB GAA' subscriber you'll also catch us there. If you prefer to watch on YouTube - the show is streamed on Off The Ball from 10pm Tuesday. The Football Pod is brought to you in partnership with AIB - Proud sponsors of the GAA Senior Football Championship. Check out #TheToughest for more. You can follow us and contact the pod on Twitter/Instagram: @footballpod_gaa

Lessons from The Football Pod: Season 2, Episodes 1-12

Sat, 24 Dec 2022 10:00:00 +0000

Hello there, we're leaving you a little bonus episode for the festive period, hopefully you'll enjoy it on a walk or a cross-country drive this week. Happy Christmas to you all and thanks for being with The Football Pod throughout 2022, we'll see you again in early 2023. (01:20) - Why James O'Donoghue retired and joined The Football Pod. (06:40) - Could Dublin lose their fear factor? (09:10) - Who were the best kickpassers the boys played with? (12:05) - Balancing life with intercounty football - is it possible? (16:00) - How to score goals when you're one-on-one? (20:00) - Paddy on turning underage talent into senior trophies. (23:00) - Would the lads have stayed playing if they were born elsewhere? (28:00) - Money in the GAA - the player expenses fallout. (32:00) - The Story of James and Paddy's final games. (39:00) - Beauty of the Citeog - who were the best lefties? (45:00) - Jim Gavin's gaff and a bag of cans: how the Dubs pranked Paddy! (50:00) - Club v County - why managers need to let players back to the clubs? Thanks for tuning in, see you in 2023! Subscribe to The Football Pod

TFP - Ep. 44: James Horan talks the Mayo years | Exclusive

Mon, 28 Nov 2022 12:30:00 +0000

Welcome to Ep. 44 of The Football Pod 2.0 - James O'Donoghue and Paddy Andrews are back talking Gaelic Football with Tommy Rooney, and this week we're delighted to welcome former Mayo boss James Horan to the show for his first-interview since he stepped down. (01:00) - Club round-up, upset in Munster, Ulster match-up. (09:00) - James Horan joins The Football Pod for an exclusive interview. (13:00) - Being an inter county manager and the Mayo journey.  (21:00) - Managing the 2019 transition, Oisin Mullin’s AFL move.  (33:00) - What went wrong? Tyrone defeat, League final, Castlebar vibe. (48:00) - Growing up in New Zealand and developing ‘Horan-Ball’. This is our final episode of Season 2, but we'll be back in January - plenty to listen back to from our off-season series too as we have some brilliant interviews with Paddy Tally, Andy Moran, Kieran Molloy, Jason Sherlock, Ray Connellan, Stephen O'Neill, Shane McGuigan, Mark O'Connor and James Horan from the last few weeks. You can hear the podcast first in the 'The Football Pod' feed or also in the 'OTB GAA' feed - be sure to subscribe and leave us a review or comment if you enjoy! The Football Pod in partnership with AIB - Proud sponsors of the Football, Hurling and Camogie All-Ireland Club Championships. Check out #TheToughest for more. We want to hear your thoughts - message TFP social media accounts or email: thefootballpod@offtheball.com

TFP - Ep. 43: Jason Sherlock on Westmeath role and Dublin 95, Michael Murphy’s legacy

Mon, 21 Nov 2022 21:35:00 +0000

Welcome to Ep. 43 of The Football Pod 2.0 - James O'Donoghue and Paddy Andrews are back talking Gaelic Football with Tommy Rooney, and this week Jason Sherlock joins us for a chat about his appointment with the Westmeath Footballers as Performance Coach. (01:00) – World Cup, Club GAA round-up, Coaching moves. (07:00) – Jason Sherlock: Kilmacud Crokes, Westmeath role, Dubs '95 (38:00) – Michael Murphy retires - how will Donegal cope? You can hear the podcast first in the 'The Football Pod' feed or also in the 'OTB GAA' feed - be sure to subscribe and leave us a review or comment if you enjoy! The Football Pod in partnership with AIB - Proud sponsors of the Football, Hurling and Camogie All-Ireland Club Championships. Check out #TheToughest for more. We want to hear your thoughts - message TFP social media accounts or email: thefootballpod@offtheball.com

TFP - Ep. 42: Shane McGuigan, the Derry sharpshooter and man-marking hurler chasing All-Irelands

Mon, 14 Nov 2022 20:05:00 +0000

Welcome to Ep. 42 of The Football Pod 2.0 - James O'Donoghue and Paddy Andrews are back talking Gaelic Football with Tommy Rooney, and this week we're joined by a special guest, Derry sharpshooter and Slaughtneil star Shane McGuigan. #Sewy (01:00) – Around the Clubs: GAA round-up. (07:00) – Is Pat Gilroy joining the Dublin backroom team? (13:00) – Shane McGuigan joins The Football Pod: Derry progress (43:00) – Marquee forward vs. Man-marking hurler. Glen-Slaughtneil rivarly, quick-fire round! You can hear the podcast first in the 'The Football Pod' feed or also in the 'OTB GAA' feed - be sure to subscribe and leave us a review or comment if you enjoy! We want to hear your thoughts - message TFP social media accounts or email: thefootballpod@offtheball.com

TFP - Ep. 41: the Mark O'Connor hour, Geelong success, AFL journey, Kerry calling?

Mon, 07 Nov 2022 13:00:00 +0000

Welcome to Ep. 41 of The Football Pod 2.0 - James O'Donoghue and Paddy Andrews are back talking Gaelic Football with Tommy Rooney, and this week we're joined by a very special guest, Dingle native and AFL Premiership winner, Mark O'Connor. (08:15) – Mark O'Connor joins The Football Pod (43:00) – Kerry close calls, fixing the knee, AFL future? You can hear the podcast first in the 'The Football Pod' feed or also in the 'OTB GAA' feed - be sure to subscribe and leave us a review or comment if you enjoy! We want to hear your thoughts - use social media or email: thefootballpod@offtheball.com

TFP - Ep. 40: James and his Championship medal, Clifford's World, All-Stars reaction

Mon, 31 Oct 2022 20:00:00 +0000

Welcome to Ep. 40 of The Football Pod 2.0 - James O'Donoghue and Paddy Andrews are back talking Gaelic Football with Tommy Rooney - we've managed to drag James away from his County Championship celebrations for a chat! (00:30) – County Medals for The Football Pod, Club winners. (18:30) – The David Clifford show, All-Stars and Football of the Year You can hear the podcast first in the 'The Football Pod' feed or also in the 'OTB GAA' feed - be sure to subscribe and leave us a review or comment if you enjoy! We want to hear your thoughts - use social media or email: thefootballpod@offtheball.com

TFP - Ep. 39: Club stars and bad subs, Kieran Molloy talks 2022, James on his County Final

Mon, 24 Oct 2022 21:15:00 +0000

Welcome to Ep. 39 of The Football Pod 2.0 - James O'Donoghue and Paddy Andrews are back talking Gaelic Football with Tommy Rooney - and we've a special guest this week, Galway star Kieran Molloy talks the season gone by. We get stuck into the latest GAA news too as we hear breaking news in Donegal and Sky's deal with the GAA. (00:30) – Club winners, CR7 and bad subs, Sky and GAA split, Donegal's new boss. (24:00) – Kieran Molloy on The Football Pod - Galway's year, cruciate hell, Corofin. (56:00) – James O'Donoghue talks County Final week. You can hear the podcast first in the 'The Football Pod' feed or also in the 'OTB GAA' feed - be sure to subscribe and leave us a review or comment if you enjoy! We want to hear your thoughts - use social media or email: thefootballpod@offtheball.com

TFP - Ep. 38: Clutch Club Champions, East Kerry, bounce-backs, dressing room talkers

Mon, 17 Oct 2022 20:50:00 +0000

Welcome to Ep. 38 of The Football Pod 2.0 - James O'Donoghue and Paddy Andrews are back talking Gaelic Football with Tommy Rooney. We're focusing on the club action as James and East Kerry reach the Championship final, Paddy reports back from the Shane Walsh show and we shoutout the winners from around the country. Plenty more too as the lads answer your questions. enjoy! (00:30) – Reaction as East Kerry win, Clutch Murphy, Bad conditions. (13:00) - Dublin Final, Club Champions, Provincial Draw. (31:00) – Big Comebacks, Ruthless Managers, Player bounce-backs. You can hear the podcast first in the 'The Football Pod' feed or also in the 'OTB GAA' feed - be sure to subscribe and leave us a review or comment if you enjoy! We want to hear your thoughts - use social media or email: thefootballpod@offtheball.com

TFP - Ep. 37: Monday Club opens, biggest regrets and the perfect pre-season

Mon, 10 Oct 2022 19:00:00 +0000

Welcome to Ep. 37 of The Football Pod 2.0 - James O'Donoghue and Paddy Andrews are back talking Gaelic Football with Tommy Rooney. Club action is heating up, we've got some early winners, Monday club memories and big games ahead - the lads talk the perfect pre-season, biggest regrets in their careers and much more too, enjoy! (00:30) – New winners as the exclusive Monday Club opens up! (22:00) – Kerry's case for Regional Championship vs. Meath and Dublin. (38:00) – Perfect pre-season, big regrets, players to watch in 2023. You can hear the podcast first in the 'The Football Pod' feed or also in the 'OTB GAA' feed - be sure to subscribe and leave us a review or comment if you enjoy! We want to hear your thoughts - use social media or email: thefootballpod@offtheball.com

TFP - Ep. 36: the manager bounce, Ray Connellan hour, Tailteann Cup vs. AFL appeal

Mon, 03 Oct 2022 16:30:00 +0000

Welcome to Ep. 36 of The Football Pod 2.0 - James O'Donoghue and Paddy Andrews are back talking Gaelic Football with Tommy Rooney. This is the Ray Connellan hour, where we hear from the Westmeath star about their Tailteann Cup success, what life is really like in Australia and the realities of Football today. We also discuss the prospect of 14 new management teams in the 2023 Gaelic Football season. (00:30) – 2023 ushering in a new era of Football Managers. (23:00) – The Ray Connellan Hour: Westmeath, AFL, Recovery. (45:00) – Tailteann Cup reaction, Team Holidays, Dessie Dolan. You can hear the podcast first in the 'The Football Pod' feed or also in the 'OTB GAA' feed - be sure to subscribe and leave us a review or comment if you enjoy! We want to hear your thoughts - use social media or email: thefootballpod@offtheball.com

TFP - Ep. 35: the Stephen O'Neill hour, SOS, '08 comeback, risky football

Mon, 26 Sep 2022 22:30:00 +0000

Welcome to Ep. 35 of The Football Pod 2.0 - James O'Donoghue and Paddy Andrews are back talking Gaelic Football with Tommy Rooney. This is the Stephen O'Neill special, where the legendary Tyrone forward sits down for a brilliant chat - we also discuss the return of Jack McCaffrey and Paul Mannion plus the Irish boys winning in Australia! (00:30) – Kerry long for O'Connor, McCaffrey and Mannion return. (12:30) – The Stephen O'Neill special - angles, SOS, Tyrone chemistry (30:00) – Risky Football, the 08 comeback story, squad depth. (01:05:30) – quick-fire: favourite footballers, favourite boots, a word of advice. You can hear the podcast first in the 'The Football Pod' feed or also in the 'OTB GAA' feed - be sure to subscribe and leave us a review or comment if you enjoy! We want to hear your thoughts - use social media or email: thefootballpod@offtheball.com

TFP - Ep. 34: Kevin McStay named Mayo boss, What 10 Counties Need This Winter?

Mon, 22 Aug 2022 23:20:00 +0000

Welcome to Ep. 34 of The Football Pod 2.0 - James O'Donoghue and Paddy Andrews are back talking Gaelic Football with Tommy Rooney. The lads react to the breaking news of Kevin McStay being appointed as the new Mayo manager and discuss what ten counties need this winter. Enjoy! (00:30) – Three Man Utd fans pipe up on The Football Pod. (05:00) – Mayo announce Kevin McStay as their new manager. (20:00) – Here's What 10 Counties need this winter? - ft. Dublin, Derry, Galway, Tyrone, Mayo, Armagh, Kildare, Cork, Meath, Kerry (55:00) – The importance of two feet? Football Pod Rule Changes. You can hear the podcast first in the 'The Football Pod' feed or also in the 'OTB GAA' feed - be sure to subscribe and leave us a review or comment if you enjoy! We want to hear your thoughts - use social media or email: thefootballpod@offtheball.com

TFP - Ep. 33: Andy Moran returns, Leitrim's Year, the Mayo job, Clifford's next level

Mon, 15 Aug 2022 11:00:00 +0000

Welcome to Ep. 33 of The Football Pod 2.0 - James O'Donoghue and Paddy Andrews are back talking Football with Tommy Rooney - and this week, we're joined by a very special guest, Andy Moran returns to TFP to chat about his first year in charge of Leitrim, life as an intercounty manager, the latest in Mayo and what he loved about Football this year! Enjoy. (00:30) – TFP petition to bring the Maor Uisce's back! (07:00) – Andy Moran rejoins The Football Pod (12:00) – A Year with Leitrim, GAA's Finance Gap, next steps? (50:00) – Mayo latest, Managers moving, Split Season, Clifford's next level. You can hear the podcast first every Monday in the 'The Football Pod' feed or on Tuesday in the 'OTB GAA' feed or - be sure to subscribe! We want to hear your questions and thoughts - get in touch on twitter or instagram or email: thefootballpod@offtheball.com

TFP - Ep. 32: the Paddy Tally hour, coaching Kerry to Sam, Down and the Tyrone years

Mon, 08 Aug 2022 11:00:00 +0000

Welcome to Ep. 32 of The Football Pod 2.0 - James O'Donoghue and Paddy Andrews are back talking Football with Tommy Rooney - and this week, we're joined by a very special guest, Kerry coach and Tyrone native Paddy Tally for a chat about coaching another squad to an All-Ireland win and his journey through football! Enjoy. (00:30) – TFP Teams of the Year - a defence! (07:00) – Paddy Tally joins The Football Pod (20:00) – Journey through Football, Down, The Tyrone Years, Kerry. (50:00) – Changing GAA Dressing Rooms, Clifford v Canavan v O'Neill. You can hear the podcast first every Monday in the 'The Football Pod' feed or on Tuesday in the 'OTB GAA' feed or - be sure to subscribe! We want to hear your questions and thoughts - get in touch on twitter or instagram or email: thefootballpod@offtheball.com

TFP - Ep. 31: All-Stars and Awards, Teams of the Year in All-Ireland and Tailteann Cup series

Mon, 01 Aug 2022 15:00:00 +0000

Welcome to Ep. 31 of The Football Pod 2.0 - James O'Donoghue and Paddy Andrews are back talking Football with Tommy Rooney. Timestamps below. (00:30) – We're nominated for Best Sports Podcast! (05:30) – Hogan Cup, Celebrating Sam and the art of Free-Taking (17:00) – Tailteann Cup recap and Team of the Year. (42:00) - Debate: All-Ireland Series Team of the Year. (01:12:00) – TFP Moments of the Year Subscribe to the podcast in the 'OTB GAA' feed or in 'The Football Pod' feed. Brought to you in partnership with AIB - proud sponsors of the GAA Senior Football Championship. Check out #TheToughest for more. We want to hear your questions and thoughts - get in touch on twitter or instagram or email: thefootballpod@offtheball.com

TFP - Ep. 30: How Kerry won Sam, the Walsh-Clifford show, Galway's next step, Colm O'Rourke in Meath

Mon, 25 Jul 2022 21:45:00 +0000

Welcome to Ep. 30 of The Football Pod 2.0 - James O'Donoghue and Paddy Andrews are back talking Football with Tommy Rooney. Timestamps below. (00:30) – James and Paddy talk Kerry-Galway. (15:30) – David Clifford and Shane Walsh Appreciation. (31:00) – How the 2022 All-Ireland SFC was won, and lost. (55:00) - Where can Galway and Kerry go from here? (01:09:00) – Manager Silly Season: Dublin rumours, reaction to Colm O'Rourke in Meath. (01:26:30) – TFP Listener Q+A: Tom Sullivan, Team of the Year teaser, Champ '22 (01:31:00) – TFP Fantasy Football Champion Subscribe to the podcast in the 'OTB GAA' feed or in 'The Football Pod' feed. Brought to you in partnership with AIB - proud sponsors of the GAA Senior Football Championship. Check out #TheToughest for more. We want to hear your questions and thoughts - get in touch on twitter or instagram or email: thefootballpod@offtheball.com

TFP - Ep. 29: Galway-Kerry match-ups, gameplans and key questions, the All-Ireland SFC Final preview

Mon, 18 Jul 2022 21:30:00 +0000

Welcome to Ep. 29 of The Football Pod 2.0 - James O'Donoghue and Paddy Andrews are back talking Football with Tommy Rooney. Timestamps below. (00:30) – Happy Birthday Paddy Andrews! (20:00) – Can Galway-Kerry live up to epic Hurling final? Importance of keeping shape. (21:30) – All-Ireland SFC Final preview - match-ups, changes and key questions. (48:30) – Paddy and James on the goalkeepers. (54:30) – TFP Listener Questions: Kerry tactics, Galway's hopes, Footballer of the Year. (01:05:30) – TFP All-Ireland Final Predictions Subscribe to the podcast in the 'OTB GAA' feed or in 'The Football Pod' feed. Brought to you in partnership with AIB - proud sponsors of the GAA Senior Football Championship. Check out #TheToughest for more. We want to hear your questions and thoughts - get in touch on twitter or instagram or email: thefootballpod@offtheball.com

TFP LIVE in Dublin - Ep. 28: The Big Kerry-Galway preview, The Tribesmen's key players & how to combat Clifford?

Sat, 16 Jul 2022 09:00:00 +0000

Welcome to Ep. 28 of The Football Pod 2.0 - Live from Kilmacud Crokes GAA Club, James O'Donoghue, Paddy Andrews and Tommy Rooney are joined by special guest Michael Meehan to preview this year's All-Ireland final - it's all with thanks to AIB. Timestamps below. (00:30) – Playing alongside Pádraic Joyce (00:00) – Galway's key men (00:00) - How to stop Clifford (23:00) – Questions from the audience Subscribe to the podcast in the 'OTB GAA' feed or in 'The Football Pod' feed. Brought to you in partnership with AIB - proud sponsors of the GAA Senior Football Championship. Check out #TheToughest for more. We want to hear your questions too - get in touch on Twitter or Instagram or email: thefootballpod@offtheball.com

TFP LIVE in Dublin - Ep. 27: All-Ireland Final nerves, Michael Meehan legends interview, Joyce's Galway

Fri, 15 Jul 2022 10:00:00 +0000

Welcome to Ep. 27 of The Football Pod 2.0 - James O'Donoghue, Paddy Andrews and Tommy Rooney are live in Kilmacud Crokes clubhouse alongside our special guest Michael Meehan - it's all with thanks to AIB. Timestamps below. (00:35) – TFP Live in Dublin - Paddy, James and Tommy. (05:57) – All-Ireland SFC Final build-up (18:26) – The Michael Meehan Legends interview Subscribe to the podcast in the 'OTB GAA' feed or in 'The Football Pod' feed. Brought to you in partnership with AIB - proud sponsors of the GAA Senior Football Championship. Check out #TheToughest for more. We want to hear your questions too - get in touch on Twitter or Instagram or email: thefootballpod@offtheball.com

TFP - Ep. 26: How Kerry FINALLY beat Dublin, the fallout, that SOS free, Galway trump Derry, Westmeath joy!

Mon, 11 Jul 2022 21:00:00 +0000

Welcome to Ep. 26 of The Football Pod 2.0 - James O'Donoghue and Paddy Andrews are back talking Football with Tommy Rooney. Timestamps below. (00:30) – Paddy and James break down and relive the Dublin-Kerry epic. (20:00) – TFP LIVE: Michael Meehan is our special guest next Thursday. (23:00) – The Croke Park fever. (31:00) – Kerry beat Dublin - the incidents: Comerford, the penalty, the Clifford's, McCarthy and Sean O'Shea. (50:00) – How Galway beat Derry - Conor McCluskey vs. Walsh, Gallagher's McKaigue mistake and the real Damien Comer. (01:03:30) – Tailteann Cup Final reaction as Westmeath star v Cavan: quality shooting, team holidays and Galligan's red. (01:11:00) – TFP Questions: missing Paul Mannion, James McCarthy and Kerry's penalty problem, Andy McEntee. (01:51:00) – TFP Live, SOLD OUT - final tickets available as a prize! Subscribe to the podcast in the 'OTB GAA' feed or in 'The Football Pod' feed. Brought to you in partnership with AIB - proud sponsors of the GAA Senior Football Championship. Check out #TheToughest for more. We want to hear your questions too - get in touch on twitter or instagram or email: thefootballpod@offtheball.com

TFP - Ep. 25: Dublin-Kerry match-ups, the bench and Con, Derry vs. Galway, Tailteann Cup final previews

Tue, 05 Jul 2022 21:40:00 +0000

Welcome to Ep. 25 of The Football Pod 2.0 - James O'Donoghue and Paddy Andrews are back talking Football with Tommy Rooney. Timestamps below. (00:30) – Paddy at the Pro-Am, James the best man! (10:00) – Dublin-Kerry build-up and Con O'Callaghan news. (48:00) – Dublin vs. Kerry match-ups (01:09:00) – Derry vs. Galway build-up and match-ups. (01:31:45) – Tailteann Cup Final - Cavan vs. Westmeath (01:08:50) – TFP Questions: Railway Cup, Manager Moves, David Moran. (01:51:00) – TFP Live, on the road AGAIN - go get tickets! Subscribe to the podcast in the 'OTB GAA' feed or in 'The Football Pod' feed. Brought to you in partnership with AIB - proud sponsors of the GAA Senior Football Championship. Check out #TheToughest for more. We want to hear your questions too - get in touch on twitter or instagram or email: thefootballpod@offtheball.com

TFP - Ep. 24: Galway-Armagh insanity, the brawl and the gouge, James Horan walks, Dublin, Kerry and Derry

Mon, 27 Jun 2022 22:00:00 +0000

Welcome to Ep. 24 of The Football Pod 2.0 - James O'Donoghue and Paddy Andrews are back talking Football with Tommy Rooney. Timestamps below. (00:30) – James' makes his live radio debut in Croke Park (02:30) – The magic and insanity of Galway-Armagh (15:30) – The brawl, the gouge and what the GAA need to do. (34:50) – How Galway beat Armagh as the b-side shine. (46:00) – Derry hammer Clare, weak points flare up. (54:30) – Dublin-Kerry excitement, goal as key as Clifford and Con. (01:08:50) – James Horan leaves Mayo - his legacy and the fallout (01:21:30) – TFP Questions: Clutch frees, Sean O'Shea, Bernard Dunne in Galway. Subscribe to the podcast in the 'OTB GAA' feed or in 'The Football Pod' feed. Brought to you in partnership with AIB - proud sponsors of the GAA Senior Football Championship. Check out #TheToughest for more. We want to hear your questions too - get in touch on twitter or instagram or email: thefootballpod@offtheball.com

TFP - Ep. 23: Calling Galway-Armagh, Kerry-Mayo debate, Clifford rumours, Tailteann Cup recap

Mon, 20 Jun 2022 22:35:00 +0000

Welcome to Ep. 23 of The Football Pod 2.0 - James O'Donoghue and Paddy Andrews are back talking Football with Tommy Rooney. Timestamps below. (00:30) – Happy Birthday JOD. (03:30) – Tailteann Cup review, Progress for Counties, TFP Score of the Week. (22:00) – Galway vs. Armagh: previewing a fascinating clash, the match-ups debate, tactical tweaks expected, Shane Walsh vs. Rian O'Neill (48:50) – Kerry vs. Mayo: the David Clifford rumours, match-ups, what Mayo need to change. (01:06:50) – Dublin vs. Cork: what can Cork do? Dublin undercooked? (01:14:15) – Derry vs. Clare: Tommy makes the case for Clare. (01:22:10) – TFP Questions - Tailteann Cup shouts, James' Kerry picks, Mayo-Kerry match-ups. Subscribe to the podcast in the 'OTB GAA' feed or in 'The Football Pod' feed. Brought to you in partnership with AIB - proud sponsors of the GAA Senior Football Championship. Check out #TheToughest for more. We want to hear your questions too - get in touch on twitter or instagram or email: thefootballpod@offtheball.com

TFP - Ep. 22: Armagh explode, writing Mayo off, Paddy's Pressing Masterclass, Tailteann Cup predictions

Mon, 13 Jun 2022 20:55:00 +0000

Welcome to Ep. 22 of The Football Pod 2.0 - James O'Donoghue and Paddy Andrews are back talking Football with Tommy Rooney. Timestamps below. (01:30) – Clones Godsend, Grugan's goal, set-plays. (09:30) – Around the Grounds: Patton's black, Ros defence, Sexton, typical Mayo. (29:30) – Armagh light up the Championship, part 1. (35:00) - Paddy's Kickout Press Masterclass. (44:00) - What went wrong for Donegal? part 2. (49:30) – Mayo get little credit as they beat Kildare, Horan's attacking options. (54:00) - Daniel Flynn's search for consistency, Connolly and Walsh comparisons. (01:07:30) – Question: why do teams concede kickouts? (01:15:30) – Tailteann Cup predictions. (01:20:00) – Listener Questions, Fantasy Football, TFP Shoutout. Subscribe to the podcast in the 'OTB GAA' feed or in 'The Football Pod' feed. Brought to you in partnership with AIB - proud sponsors of the GAA Senior Football Championship. Check out #TheToughest for more. We want to hear your questions too - get in touch on twitter or instagram or email: thefootballpod@offtheball.com

TFP - Ep. 21: Armagh-Donegal, Mayo-Kildare, Tyrone crash, McEntee leaves, Penalty Drama

Mon, 06 Jun 2022 21:35:00 +0000

Welcome to Ep. 21 of The Football Pod 2.0 - James O'Donoghue and Paddy Andrews are back talking Football with Tommy Rooney. Timestamps below. (01:30) – Spinners, Tony Kelly, Castlebar, Penalties in Leitrim. (09:00) – Around the Grounds: Louth out, Clare-Meath, Tailteann Cup. (22:30) – Armagh reaction and Donegal preview. (42:30) – Mayo get motoring but O'Donoghue backs Kildare. (59:30) – Monaghan and All-Ireland Champions Tyrone dumped out. (01:19:00) – Andy McEntee steps aside from Meath - what's next? (01:27:00) – TFP Predictions: All-Ireland SFC qualifiers. (01:33:00) – TFP Listener Questions: Paul Mannion, Eoghan O'Donnell, TFP in the US. Subscribe to the podcast in the 'OTB GAA' feed or in 'The Football Pod' feed. Brought to you in partnership with AIB - proud sponsors of the GAA Senior Football Championship. Check out #TheToughest for more. We want to hear your questions too - get in touch on twitter or instagram or email: thefootballpod@offtheball.com

TFP LIVE in Castlebar: Keith Higgins, Mayo v Monaghan, 2014-2017 battles and the GAA Hacker

Fri, 03 Jun 2022 18:45:00 +0000

Welcome to the very first live roadshow of The Football Pod - James O'Donoghue and Paddy Andrews bring the pod to Co. Mayo alongside Tommy Rooney, and special guest Keith Higgins. Enjoy. Timestamps below. (01:30) – The Football Pod LIVE in Castlebar (14:30) – The GAA Hacker (24:00) – Special Guest Keith Higgins (47:00) – Andy Moran's message for the pod. (01:03:00) – Mayo vs. Monaghan - match preview and questions from the crowd. Subscribe to the podcast in the 'OTB GAA' feed or in 'The Football Pod' feed. Brought to you in partnership with AIB - proud sponsors of the GAA Senior Football Championship. Check out #TheToughest for more. We want to hear your questions too - get in touch on twitter or instagram or email: thefootballpod@offtheball.com

TFP - Ep. 19: Early All-Star contenders, Derry and Galway rise, Donegal and Kildare let us down

Mon, 30 May 2022 22:30:00 +0000

Welcome to Ep. 19 of The Football Pod 2.0 - James O'Donoghue and Paddy Andrews are back talking Football with Tommy Rooney. Timestamps below. (01:30) – Paddy in Paris, Provincial Finals reaction. (16:00) – Who are the most in-form Footballers in the country? (26:30) – Ulster Final - Derry beat Donegal: Bonner questions, Gallagher's boys, Fear Football? (40:30) – Connacht Final - Galway crack Connacht: top-three magic, Walsh factor, defence questions. (47:30) – Munster Final – Kerry hammer Limerick: #GloveGate, Jimmy's sources, Spillane's hand. (55:30) – Leinster Final - Dublin smash Kildare: go for goals, King Con, Kildare scars. (01:04:00) – Predictions: Tailteann Cup quarter-finals and All-Ireland SFC qualifiers. (01:15:30) – Fantasy Football Shoutouts! Subscribe to the podcast in the 'OTB GAA' feed or in 'The Football Pod' feed. Brought to you in partnership with AIB - proud sponsors of the GAA Senior Football Championship. Check out #TheToughest for more. We want to hear your questions too - get in touch on twitter or instagram or email: thefootballpod@offtheball.com

TFP - Ep. 18: Donegal expectation, Kildare's Plan A, Ros-Galway, Keith Higgins, Tailteann Cup predictions

Mon, 23 May 2022 15:00:00 +0000

Welcome to Ep. 18 of The Football Pod 2.0 - James O'Donoghue and Paddy Andrews are back talking Football with Tommy Rooney. Timestamps below. (01:30) – Special Guest Announcement for The Football Pod LIVE! (13:30) – Tailteann Cup drama: Niall McNamee is still producing. (21:30) – Qualifier draw and reaction: Mayo v Monaghan, Clare v Meath, Armagh v Tyrone, Cork v Louth. (30:00) – Connacht Final - Roscommon v Galway (40:00) – Leinster Final - Kildare v Dublin (51:30) – Ulster Final - Derry v Donegal (01:01:30) – Munster Final – Kerry v Limerick (01:06:30) – Provincial Final Predictions and Tailteann Cup calls. (01:17:00) – Shoutouts and TFP Listener Questions: O'Donoghue's odd solo, the Donegal press. (01:33:30) – Fantasy Football Reminders! Subscribe to the podcast in the 'OTB GAA' feed or in 'The Football Pod' feed. Brought to you in partnership with AIB - proud sponsors of the GAA Senior Football Championship. Check out #TheToughest for more. We want to hear your questions too - get in touch on twitter or instagram or email: thefootballpod@offtheball.com

TFP - Ep. 17: Derry threats, Dublin rockin, Paddy hammers Meath, O'Donoghue on shooting

Tue, 17 May 2022 00:00:00 +0000

Welcome to Ep. 17 of The Football Pod 2.0 - James O'Donoghue and Paddy Andrews are back talking Football with Tommy Rooney. Timestamps below. (00:30) – Jetlag, Haircuts and a boozy Aviva vs. an empty Croke Park. (09:30) – Tailteann Cup drama and contenders for Sam Maguire. (34:34) – Derry win again - how can they beat Donegal? (41:30) – Poor shooting and the state of Meath Football. (53:40) – Paddy talks Dublin, Kildare's opportunity. (01:07:30) – Limerick progression and Championship predictions. (01:22:00) – Listener Questions: Morris vs. Gannon, Sam contenders, Gloves. (01:33:30) – How to get your tickets to The Football Pod LIVE! Subscribe to the podcast in the 'OTB GAA' feed or in 'The Football Pod' feed. Brought to you in partnership with AIB - proud sponsors of the GAA Senior Football Championship. Check out #TheToughest for more. We want to hear your questions too - get in touch on twitter or instagram or email: thefootballpod@offtheball.com

TFP - Ep. 16: Glove Gate, Club vs. County, Donegal, Dublin-Meath, Monaghan-Derry preview

Tue, 10 May 2022 00:00:00 +0000

Welcome to Ep. 16 of The Football Pod 2.0 - James O'Donoghue and Paddy Andrews are back talking Football with Tommy Rooney. Click the timestamps to move to a certain section. (00:27) – Welcome to TFP: Glove Gate - James upsets Cork fans. (11:10) – Conditioning in the game, club vs. county, Paddy on Brannagan. (34:34) – Donegal get by Cavan - deep-dive. (48:04) – Kerry's win in Cork and Galway-Leitrim fallout. (01:00:46) – Championship Predictions - Kerry-Cork preview, Donegal-Cavan, Galway-Leitrim. (01:25:29) – Fantasy Football Leaderboard. Subscribe to the podcast in the 'OTB GAA' feed or in 'The Football Pod' feed.Brought to you in partnership with AIB - proud sponsors of the GAA Senior Football Championship. Check out #TheToughest for more.We want to hear your questions too - get in touch on twitter or instagram or email: thefootballpod@offtheball.com

TFP - Ep. 15: Derry dump Tyrone out, Con the animal, Kerry-Cork fear, Penalty special

Mon, 02 May 2022 23:10:00 +0000

Welcome to Ep. 15 of The Football Pod 2.0 - James O'Donoghue and Paddy Andrews are back talking Football with Tommy Rooney. Click the timestamps to move to a certain section. (00:30) – Welcome to TFP: Tyrone crash, Penalties in Ennis. (09:30) – The Football Pod LIVE! - how to get tickets to our roadshows. (17:00) – Around the Grounds and get the Leinster semi-finals out of Croker. (23:30) – Derry deep-dive, Tyrone's problems, Monaghan licking their lips. (44:30) – Leinster: Con O'Callaghan, the animal! Kildare's potential. (58:00) – Penalty Shootouts - James and Paddy pick Kerry's 2019 and Dublin 2017 five takers. (01:10:00) – Championship Predictions - Kerry-Cork preview, Donegal-Cavan, Galway-Leitrim. (01:31:00) – TFP Listener Questions: any advice for a kid who's missed a penalty? (01:36:00) – Fantasy Football Leaderboard. Subscribe to the podcast in the 'OTB GAA' feed or in 'The Football Pod' feed. Brought to you in partnership with AIB - proud sponsors of the GAA Senior Football Championship. Check out #TheToughest for more. We want to hear your questions too - get in touch on twitter or instagram or email: thefootballpod@offtheball.com

TFP - Ep. 14: Donegal and Galway rise, Armagh freeze, Mayo hell, shooting woes, street smarts

Mon, 25 Apr 2022 01:00:00 +0000

Welcome to Ep. 14 of The Football Pod 2.0 - former Kerry star James O'Donoghue and Dublin’s seven time All-Ireland winner Paddy Andrews are back talking Football with Tommy Rooney of OTB. Brought to you in partnership with AIB - proud sponsors of the GAA Senior Football Championship. Check out #TheToughest for more. Topics and timestamps below! (00:30) – Welcome to TFP: Armagh and Mayo crash out. (04:30) – Wides and dives steal the headlines! (18:00) – Credit to Galway - street smarts, defence nailed, was Horan caught? Mayo's shooting woes. (45:30) – Donegal crush Armagh - the kickout battle, big players rise, McGeeney false-dawn? (01:05:30) – The Big Preview - Tyrone vs. Derry. (01:10:30) – Championship Predictions - busy weekend ahead! (01:17:00) – TFP Listener Questions: Mayo's injury-load, shooting practice, the dark arts. (01:32:00) – Fantasy Football Shoutouts Subscribe to the podcast in the 'OTB GAA' feed or in 'The Football Pod' feed. We want to hear your questions too - get in touch on twitter or instagram or email: thefootballpod@offtheball.com

TFP - Ep. 13: Tyrone's hand, Big SFC Previews, Tailteann Cup contenders, Team Bonding Yarns

Mon, 18 Apr 2022 23:30:00 +0000

Welcome to Ep. 13 of The Football Pod 2.0 - former Kerry star James O'Donoghue and Dublin’s seven time All-Ireland winner Paddy Andrews are back talking Football with Tommy Rooney of OTB. Brought to you in partnership with AIB - proud sponsors of the GAA Senior Football Championship. Check out #TheToughest for more. Topics and timestamps below! (00:30) – Welcome to TFP: Championship is here, Hurling bluffers. (11:30) – Team Bonding Trips - good or bad? (31:00) – Tyrone win: McKenna's role, defence asleep, Champions assessed. (45:00) – Tailteann Cup contenders, Coverage, Football in the States? (01:02:00) – Red Card Debate - the 'third-man' problem, ref mistake. (01:10:00) – The Big Preview - Donegal vs. Armagh (01:18:30) – The Big Preview - Mayo vs. Galway (01:33:00) – Championship Predictions in Ulster and Leinster. (01:40:00) – TFP Listener Section: NYC, Conor Sweeney, Kerry chemistry. (01:47:00) – Fantasy Football reminder and picks - join our league! Subscribe to the podcast in the 'OTB GAA' feed or in 'The Football Pod' feed. We want to hear your questions too - get in touch on twitter or instagram or email: thefootballpod@offtheball.com

TFP - Ep. 12: Big Championship Preview, Players to Watch, Rian O'Neill cleared, Release county stars

Tue, 12 Apr 2022 04:00:00 +0000

Welcome to Ep. 12 of The Football Pod 2.0 - former Kerry star James O'Donoghue and Dublin’s seven time All-Ireland winner Paddy Andrews are back talking Football with Tommy Rooney of OTB. Brought to you in partnership with AIB - proud sponsors of the GAA Senior Football Championship. Check out #TheToughest for more. Topics and timestamps below! (00:30) – Welcome: Paddy's long weekend as Jimmy sees red! (12:30) – County Managers need to let players go. (25:00) – Big Championship Preview: Ulster - Tyrone fallout (47:00) – Players to Watch and predictions (59:45) – Big Championship Preview: Connacht - Mayo love? (01:12:00) – BREAKING: Rian O’Neill cleared to play v Donegal. (01:14:30) – Players to Watch and predictions (01:26:45) – Leinster predictions and players to watch (01:32:00) – Munster predictions and players to watch (01:31:00) – TFP Listener Section: Offaly u14s dropped - discussed. Subscribe to the podcast in the 'OTB GAA' feed or in 'The Football Pod' feed. Contact the Football Pod and let us know what you think or send in questions on Instagram or Twitter, follow us and get in touch! Email: thefootballpod@offtheball.com

TFP - Ep. 11: Pints, Goals and the Teams of the League (x2), David Clifford, Connacht chaos

Tue, 05 Apr 2022 04:00:00 +0000

Welcome to Ep. 11 of The Football Pod 2.0 - former Kerry star James O'Donoghue and Dublin’s seven time All-Ireland winner Paddy Andrews are back talking Football with Tommy Rooney of OTB. Topics and timestamps below! (00:15) – Welcome to TFP - league finals reaction. (06:15) – Pints in the Kingdom and Knocking on Jim Gavin's door (with a bag of cans!) (23:30) – Kerry win Div. 1: Clifford magic, Gavin White, Kerry defence, Shane Murphy. (46:30) – Roscommon win Div. 2: state of Connacht, flat Galway, drab Mayo - why? (59:30 ) – 'Take Your Goals': fallout from Louth and Cavan's league success. (01:12:00) – TFP Team of the League - the best of Div. 1 and 2. (01:30:00) – TFP Team of the League - the best of Div. 3 and 4. (01:38:00) – TFP Listeners: How did Paddy and James deal with Sledging? (01:45:30) – TFP Fantasy Football League Winners announced. Subscribe to the podcast in the 'OTB GAA' feed or in 'The Football Pod' feed. Contact the Football Pod and let us know what you think or send in questions on Instagram or Twitter, follow us and get in touch! Email: thefootballpod@offtheball.com

TFP - Ep. 10: Dubs shot down, McCurry magic, Final predictions, Citeogs and Headlocks

Tue, 29 Mar 2022 04:00:00 +0000

Welcome to Ep. 10 of The Football Pod 2.0 - James O'Donoghue and Paddy Andrews are back with Tommy Rooney to talk Football. Topics and timestamps below! (00:15) – Welcome to TFP! (06:00) – RedZone GAA and James driving up the Gap of Dunloe. (13:30) – Love for the lefties - why? (21:30) – Around the Grounds - winners, losers and potential suspensions! (33:30) – Dublin relegated - system, attack and defensive issues assessed. (45:30 ) – Monaghan stay up again - McCarron magic, clutch ballers, Mohan's mullet. (49:30) – Kerry vs. Tyrone - sensational McCurry, Jacko's defence, Ulster chaos. (01:01:00) – Cork stay up, but have they a hope against Kerry? (01:08:00) – Predictions for the League Finals as the Rossies bite back. (01:24:00) – TFP Listener Section: Mickey Harte, Tailteann Cup fallout (01:36:00) – Fantasy Football Drama - TFP league leaders and Andrews on top. Subscribe to the podcast in the 'OTB GAA' feed or in 'The Football Pod' feed. Contact the Football Pod and let us know what you think or send in questions on Instagram or Twitter, follow us and get in touch! Email: thefootballpod@offtheball.com

TFP - Ep. 9: Coaching dummies, Clifford Factor, League chaos and James picks Kerry's best six

Tue, 22 Mar 2022 06:00:00 +0000

Welcome to Ep. 9 of The Football Pod 2.0 - James O'Donoghue and Paddy Andrews are back with Tommy Rooney to talk Football. TIMESTAMPS and TOPICS below, happy listening! (00:15) – Welcome: Paddy's home from NYC! (06:00) – Coaching dummies - and encouraging flair. (18:30) – Goal celebrations - and the David Clifford factor (28:30) – Division 4 let-down - just put the games on at the same time! (37:30) – Around the Grounds - results and permutations. (47:30) – Groovy Dublin and are we allowed to praise Donegal? (01:02:30) – Kerry's best six forwards - James O'Donoghue decides. (01:12:00) – Why don't Mayo want to win the league? (01:19:00) – Predictions for the final round of the NFL... (01:24:00) – TFP Listener Questions - Sigerson shoutouts, Hogan Cup final. (01:27:30) – The Story behind James and Paddy's final games of Football. (01:37:30) – Fantasy Football Shoutouts. Share the podcast, give us a review and do rate/review the show if you're enjoying us - it all helps. Subscribe to the podcast in the 'OTB GAA' feed or in 'The Football Pod' - Spotify / iTunes! Contact the Football Pod and let us know what you think or send in questions on Instagram or Twitter, follow us and get in touch! Email: thefootballpod@offtheball.com

TFP - Ep. 8: Player Expenses row, Jacks are Back, Kerry-Mayo, Drama in the Divisions

Tue, 15 Mar 2022 01:00:00 +0000

Welcome to Ep. 8 of The Football Pod 2.0 - James O'Donoghue and Paddy Andrews are back with Tommy Rooney to talk Football. TIMESTAMPS and TOPICS below, happy listening! (00:15) – Welcome: Hangovers and Torrential Tralee! (09:00) – The Player Expenses row; explained and debated. (30:00) – JOD on cycling to play the Dubs (35:30) – Around the Grounds - McGuigan red, Costello vs. Hampsey, Div. 4 drama. (50:00) – Kerry-Mayo focus; match-ups, tactical tweaks, Aidan O'Shea and talking up Kerry. (01:04:00) – Jacks are Back - Dublin-Tyrone fallout, major improvements vs. big worries. (01:16:45) – The Monaghan-Donegal juxtaposition - maxing out your talents! (01:23:00) – Dismal Cork, Meath bounce back. Should Antrim-Cavan be in Corrigan Park? (01:32:00) – Fantasy Football Shoutouts. Share the podcast, give us a review and rate the show if you're enjoying it. Subscribe to the podcast in the 'OTB GAA' feed or in 'The Football Pod' - Spotify / iTunes! Contact the Football Pod and let us know what you think or send in questions on Instagram or Twitter, follow us and get in touch! Email: thefootballpod@offtheball.com

TFP - Ep. 7: Galway in focus, how Kerry are different under Jack, 'Weaker Counties' conundrum

Tue, 08 Mar 2022 06:00:40 +0000

Welcome to Ep. 7 of The Football Pod 2.0 - James O'Donoghue and Paddy Andrews are back with Tommy Rooney to talk Football - this week, we're focusing on. Click the timestamps to head to each section, as Paddy Andrews, James O'Donoghue and Tommy Rooney talk Football. TIMESTAMPS and TOPICS. (00:15) – Welcome to Ep. 7 of The Football Pod - SUBSCRIBE! (01:00) – Social media apologies, rotten dressing room cultures. (22:00) – Cross-Sport stars - the best players for mixing sports. (27:30) – Galway in focus - what is Cian O'Neill bringing? (58:30) – Around the Grounds - Previewing Round 5 (01:02:00) – Kerry vs. Mayo - expect fireworks. (01:07:00) – Kerry under Jack - what's the difference with Peter Keane? (01:23:30) – TFP listeners questions: Top 3 players on form, best/worst things a defender can do. (01:34:30) – what if Paddy and James played with 'smaller' counties? Share the podcast, give us a review and rate the show if you're enjoying it. Subscribe to the podcast in the 'OTB GAA' feed or in 'The Football Pod' - Spotify / iTunes! Contact the Football Pod and let us know what you think or send in questions on Instagram or Twitter, follow us and get in touch! Email: thefootballpod@offtheball.com

TFP - Ep. 6: Kildare Hype, Canavan X-Factor, Mayo depth vs. Dublin's lost stars

Mon, 28 Feb 2022 22:00:00 +0000

Welcome to Ep. 6 of The Football Pod 2.0 - James O'Donoghue and Paddy Andrews are back with Tommy Rooney to talk Football. Click the timestamps to head to each section, as Paddy Andrews, James O'Donoghue and Tommy Rooney talk Football. TIMESTAMPS and TOPICS. (00:15) – Welcome to Ep. 6 of The Football Pod - SUBSCRIBE! (01:00) – Paddy loves Newbridge, but Kildare win; Vulnerable Dublin, Daniel Flynn. (22:00) – Around the Grounds - results and standouts! (28:00) – Hyping Jimmy Hyland - shades of Mort, snapshot vs. the loop, what's the next level? (49:30) – Donegal-Tyrone fallout - Donegal's big second-half, Paddy talks Tyrone. (57:00) – Darragh Canavan is obsessed with goals - Con O'Callaghan comparisons. (01:04:30) – DEBATE: Why have Mayo so much more depth than Dublin? (01:21:30) – The Lost u21 Heroes of the Future - why haven't the Dubs delivered? (01:33:00) – League previews, TFP Listener Questions - All-Ireland contenders, Kildare, relegation. Share the podcast, give us a review and rate the show if you're enjoying it. Subscribe to the podcast in the 'OTB GAA' feed or in 'The Football Pod'. Contact the Football Pod and let us know what you think or send in questions on Instagram or Twitter, follow us and get in touch! Email: thefootballpod@offtheball.com.

TFP - Ep. 5: Dublin pay the price, Winter blues, Goal-scoring clinic, Ciaran Kilkenny-Sean O'Shea featured

Mon, 21 Feb 2022 22:00:00 +0000

Welcome to Ep. 5 of The Football Pod 2.0 - James O'Donoghue and Paddy Andrews are back with Tommy Rooney to talk Football - fallout an action-packed weekend, relegation play-offs in sight, how to practice composure when you're through on goal and much more too! Click the timestamps to head to each section, as Paddy Andrews, James O'Donoghue and Tommy Rooney talk Football. TIMESTAMPS and TOPICS. (00:15) – Welcome to Ep. 5 of The Football Pod - SUBSCRIBE! (01:00) – James watches the Dubs lose in Prague, Winter blues. (30:00) – Weekend Fallout - Dublin's price, Mayo's move, Kildare-Tyrone. (48:30) – How to score a goal when you're one-on-one - Masterclass. (56:30) – Weekend Fallout - Sean O'Shea's greatest strength, Donegal, relegation play-offs. (01:14:00) – TFP Listener Questions - Peter Canavan, Ciaran Kilkenny's best position, Derry for Sam. (01:30:00) – Fantasy Gaelic Football shoutouts - League Leaders. Share the podcast, give us a review and rate the show if you're enjoying it. Subscribe to the podcast in the 'OTB GAA' feed or in 'The Football Pod’. Contact the Football Pod and let us know what you think or send in questions on Instagram or Twitter, follow us and get in touch! Email: thefootballpod@offtheball.com

TFP - Ep. 4: Ask James O'Donoghue Anything, Kilcoo Heroics, Dream GAA team

Mon, 14 Feb 2022 12:00:00 +0000

Welcome to Ep. 4 of The Football Pod 2.0 - James O'Donoghue and Paddy Andrews are back with Tommy Rooney to talk Football. We're talking about Kilcoo's dramatic club final win and there's the James O'Donoghue Ask Me Anything where anything goes!! Click the timestamps to head to each section, as Paddy Andrews, James O'Donoghue and Tommy Rooney talk Football. TIMESTAMPS and TOPICS. (00:30) – Welcome to Ep. 4 of The Football Pod 2.0 - SUBSCRIBE! (02:00) – Kilcoo beat Kilmacud - last play analysed. (30:00) – The James O'Donoghue - Ask Me Anything. (33:00) – James and Paddy pick their dream 7-a-side teams. (53:30) – Finding Balance with Intercounty Football. (01:03:00) – Favourite Scores, Keith Higgins, the fella up a tree in Kerry training. (01:40:00) – Fantasy Gaelic Football shoutouts - League Leaders. Share the podcast, give us a review and rate the show if you're enjoying it. Subscribe to the podcast in the 'OTB GAA' feed or in 'The Football Pod’. Contact the Football Pod and let us know what you think or send in questions on Instagram or Twitter, follow us and get in touch! Email: thefootballpod@offtheball.com

TFP - Ep. 3: Red cards fiasco, Clifford magic, Sigerson debate, Cork's problem

Tue, 08 Feb 2022 06:00:00 +0000

Welcome to Ep. 3 of The Football Pod 2.0 - James O'Donoghue and Paddy Andrews are back with Tommy Rooney to talk Football. We're kicking off with the red cards in the Athletic Grounds, talking Kerry-Dublin in Tralee, high-flyer's in Division 4, why Cork are in bother and where the Sigerson Cup should sit - we go around the grounds from Division 1-4, shoutout our scores of the weekend and much more too! Click the timestamps to head to each section, as Paddy Andrews, James O'Donoghue and Tommy Rooney talk Football. TIMESTAMPS and TOPICS. (00:30) – Welcome to Ep. 3 of The Football Pod 2.0 - SUBSCRIBE! (01:00) – Handbags, Teacups and Headlocks - GAA melees and Gough's red cards. (24:30) – Armagh-Tyrone - the football, Armagh's progress, Tyrone's second-half. (31:00) – James O'Donoghue's catching - masterclass. (38:00) – Kerry-Dublin - Kerry's attack, David Clifford, Dublin's wide-open defence, what's next? (01:03:00) – Sigerson debate with two former Sigerson captains - do managers need to protect players more? (01:14:00) – Around the Grounds - Sensational Sligo, London Magic, Andy Moran's Leitrim beat Tipp, Ross Munnelly shoutout. (01:18:00) – Health of Munster Football - what's going on with Cork and Keith Ricken? (01:29:00) – TFP quick-fire questions from the @footballpod_gaa instagram followers: James O'D scoring 1-09, Kildare buzz, RedZone GAA. (01:37:00) – TFP Score of the Week - James, Paddy and Tommy debate the scores of the weekend! (01:40:00) – Fantasy Gaelic Football shoutouts - League Leaders, Paddy the bluffer and James picking Jack. Share the podcast, give us a review and rate the show if you're enjoying it. Subscribe to the podcast in the 'OTB GAA' feed or in 'The Football Pod with Paddy and Andy' - Spotify / iTunes! Contact the Football Pod and let us know what you think or send in questions on Instagram or Twitter, follow us and get in touch! Email: thefootballpod@offtheball.com

TFP - Ep. 2: Dublin's trouble and solutions, Clutch shooters, Gooch advice, Around the Grounds

Tue, 01 Feb 2022 12:27:00 +0000

Welcome to Ep. 2 of Season 2 of The Football Pod - James O'Donoghue and Paddy Andrews are back with Tommy Rooney, as we break down the first weekend of the leagues. Paddy talks to us about the problems he's seeing with Dublin and how they can fix their problems, whilst James sets us up for the cracker in Tralee on Saturday night - we go around the grounds from Division 1-4, shoutout our scores of the weekend and much more too! Click the timestamps to head to each section, as Paddy Andrews, James O'Donoghue and Tommy Rooney talk Football. TIMESTAMPS and TOPICS. (00:30) – Welcome to Ep. 2 of The Football Pod 2.0 - SUBSCRIBE! (01:00) – Retirement Parties, Blowing up Twitter and Paddy's back in Croker. (07:30) – Box-Office Armagh, Paddy Andrews breaks down Dublin's problems, what's the solution? (41:30) – Rian O'Neill appreciation and Colm Cooper's goalscoring advice. (47:00) – Kildare-Kerry - analysed; Newbridge factor, Kildare positives, Kerry's issues. (57:30) – Around the Grounds - results and some standout moments from Division 1 to Division 4; Clutch McManus, James' GPS woe, London! (01:10:30) – TFP Score of the Week - James, Paddy and Tommy debate the scores of the weekend! (01:25:00) – TFP quick-fire questions from the @footballpod_gaa instagram followers. (01:30:00) – Fantasy Gaelic Football shoutouts - League Leaders, Paddy the bluffer and James picking Jack. Share the podcast, give us a review and rate the show if you're enjoying it. Subscribe to the podcast in the 'OTB GAA' feed or in 'The Football Pod with Paddy and Andy' - Spotify / iTunes! Contact the Football Pod and let us know what you think or send in questions on Instagram or Twitter, follow us and get in touch! Email: thefootballpod@offtheball.com

TFP - Ep. 1: James O'Donoghue retires from Kerry and joins The Football Pod as host - EXCLUSIVE

Tue, 25 Jan 2022 10:59:00 +0000

Welcome to Ep. 1 of Season 2 of The Football Pod - we're delighted to announce James O'Donoghue as our brand new host of The Football Pod alongside Paddy Andrews and Tommy Rooney. We're talking to James about career with Kerry, why he's had to retire, and his hopes for TFP this year! We're also chatting about the 2022 Gaelic Football season as we assess the hopes and chances across the country. Click the timestamps to head to each section, as Paddy Andrews, James O'Donoghue and Tommy Rooney talk Football. TIMESTAMPS and TOPICS. (00:30) – Welcome to Ep. 1 of Season 2 of The Football Pod - SUBSCRIBE! (01:00) – James O'Donoghue joins The Football Pod. (10:50) – James O'Donoghue - retiring from Kerry - the EXCLUSIVE interview. (56:00) – 2022 in the GAA, what can we expect? (01:22:00) – TFP quick-fire questions; forwards at wing-back, best backroom members. Share the podcast, give us a review and rate the show if you're enjoying it. Subscribe to the podcast in the 'OTB GAA' feed or in 'The Football Pod with Paddy and Andy' - Spotify / iTunes! Contact the Football Pod and let us know what you think or send in questions on Instagram or Twitter, follow us and get in touch! Email: thefootballpod@offtheball.com

TFP - Ep. 30: Andy Moran says goodbye, Oisin Mullin's u-turn, life in Leitrim, TFP's next host?

Wed, 19 Jan 2022 12:31:00 +0000

Welcome to Ep. 30 of The Football Pod with Paddy and Andy - it's the final episode of a brilliant first season as we bid farewell to Andy Moran, Leitrim manager. Andy breaks the news to Paddy, we talk what life is like as an intercounty manager in 2022 and reflect on some of the lessons from the pod. There's bonus Oisin Mullin chat, what the Dubs were like in Jamaica and some final questions for Andy from The Football Pod listeners. Next week - we're back as a new era as The Football Pod begins with our high-profile January signing...who can replace a man like Andy Moran? Click the timestamps to head to each section, as Paddy Andrews, Andy Moran and Tommy Rooney talk Football. TIMESTAMPS and TOPICS. (00:30) – Welcome to Ep. 30 of The Football Pod - SUBSCRIBE! (01:00) – Andy Moran says goodbye to TFP! (14:00) – Paddy and Tommy interview Andy Moran, the Leitrim manager. (21:00) – Tyrone crash back down to earth in the McKenna Cup. When Longford hammered Dublin. (41:00) - Paddy Andrews on the new breed of Dublin footballers. (47:00) – The Oisin Mullin u-turn, what a boost for Mayo! (54:00) – TFP quick-fire questions; triple-spills, the AirDome, and advice for an aspiring 13 year-old footballer? (01:08:00) – TFP cliffhanger - who will replace Andy Moran? Season 2 gets underway next Tuesday! Share the podcast, give us a review and rate the show if you're enjoying it. Subscribe to the podcast in the 'OTB GAA' feed or in 'The Football Pod with Paddy and Andy' - Spotify / iTunes! Contact the Football Pod and let us know what you think or send in questions on Instagram or Twitter, follow us and get in touch! Email: thefootballpod@offtheball.com

TFP - Ep. 29: Paddy Cunningham on Predators, Sigerson, Stephen O'Neill and GAA in Belfast | Retirement Season

Wed, 01 Dec 2021 06:30:18 +0000

Welcome to Ep. 29 of The Football Pod with Paddy and Andy - Paddy Cunningham, the quintessential guest for The Football Pod joins the show to talk about retiring from Antrim Football, his Predator Manias and working with Stephen O'Neill. Click the timestamps to head to each section, as Paddy Andrews, Andy Moran and Tommy Rooney talk Football. TIMESTAMPS and TOPICS. (00:30) – Welcome to Ep. 29 of The Football Pod - SUBSCRIBE! (01:00) – Paddy and the Priest. Andy's World Book Tour. (05:00) – Club GAA shoutouts and the greatest clusters of brothers! (12:00) – Friday Night Club Games? Good idea or a impossible to make work? (17:00) – Mayo's Colm Boyle retires. (23:50) – Special guest Paddy Cunningham joins the Football Pod: Antrim, Sigerson, Stephen O'Neill, Predators, GAA in Belfast. (01:18:00) – TFP reaction; retirement season, the 2022 championship draw. Share the podcast, give us a review and rate the show if you're enjoying it. Subscribe to the podcast in the 'OTB GAA' feed or in 'The Football Pod with Paddy and Andy' - Spotify / iTunes! Contact the Football Pod and let us know what you think or send in questions on Instagram or Twitter, follow us and get in touch! Email: thefootballpod@offtheball.com

TFP - Ep. 28: the Barry Solan special, S&C tips, club champions, Arsenal FC

Wed, 24 Nov 2021 07:25:32 +0000

Welcome to Ep. 28 of The Football Pod with Paddy and Andy - Barry Solan, Mayo man and lead S&C coach at Arsenal FC. We chat about Barry and Andy's Ballagh connection. Paddy breaks down the Dublin SFC final and we chat about the rest of the club action. Click the timestamps to head to each section, as Paddy Andrews, Andy Moran and Tommy Rooney talk Football. TIMESTAMPS and TOPICS. (00:30) – Welcome to Ep. 28 of The Football Pod - SUBSCRIBE! (01:00) – 'Stone Mad' about Football, Club Champions, Heroes. (15:30) – How did you Winter? (20:00) – Special guest Barry Solan joins the Football Pod: Arsenal FC, the GAA's S&C boom, tips for the off-season. (01:25:30) – TFP reaction; bad culture at MUFC. Share the podcast, give us a review and rate the show if you're enjoying it. Subscribe to the podcast in the 'OTB GAA' feed or in 'The Football Pod with Paddy and Andy' - Spotify / iTunes! Contact the Football Pod and let us know what you think or send in questions on Instagram or Twitter, follow us and get in touch! Email: thefootballpod@offtheball.com

TFP - Ep. 27: Mayo lose Oisin Mullin, Cian Mackey interview, Fallen Greats,

Wed, 17 Nov 2021 06:30:21 +0000

Welcome to Ep. 27 of The Football Pod with Paddy and Andy - Cian Mackey, former Cavan footballer, winning club titles in Longford now, joins us to talk Football. We kick off talking the club carnage, Oisin Mullin to Geelong and great GAA books. Click the timestamps to head to each section, as Paddy Andrews, Andy Moran and Tommy Rooney talk Football. TIMESTAMPS and TOPICS. (00:30) – Welcome to Ep. 27 of The Football Pod - SUBSCRIBE! (01:00) – Team Holidays, Apologies, the Liam Hayes autobiography and club winners. (13:30) – Oisin Mullin leaves Mayo for the Geelong Cats. (25:00) – Special guest Cian Mackey joins the Football Pod. (55:00) – TFP reaction. Share the podcast, give us a review and rate the show if you're enjoying it. Subscribe to the podcast in the 'OTB GAA' feed or in 'The Football Pod with Paddy and Andy' - Spotify / iTunes! Contact the Football Pod and let us know what you think or send in questions on Instagram or Twitter, follow us and get in touch! Email: thefootballpod@offtheball.com

TFP - Ep. 26: the Kieran Donaghy special, club records, rollercoaster lessons, Kerry

Wed, 03 Nov 2021 06:30:58 +0000

Welcome to Ep. 26 of The Football Pod with Paddy and Andy - Kieran Donaghy, Armagh coach and the Kerry and Austin Stacks legend is our special guest this week. We kick off by talking the latest in the club championships before getting stuck into Kieran's career, the lessons he's brought with him in coaching and his favourite games. Click the timestamps to head to each section, as Paddy Andrews, Andy Moran and Tommy Rooney talk Football. TIMESTAMPS and TOPICS. (00:30) – Welcome to Ep. 26 of The Football Pod - SUBSCRIBE! (01:00) – Andy Moran's book launch, Club Championship heats up. (14:45) – Special guest Kieran Donaghy joins The Football Pod. (21:15) – Kieran Donaghy's' biggest days and his coaching lessons. (01:14:00) – TFP reaction. Share the podcast, give us a review and rate the show if you're enjoying it. Subscribe to the podcast in the 'OTB GAA' feed or in 'The Football Pod with Paddy and Andy' - Spotify / iTunes! Contact the Football Pod and let us know what you think or send in questions on Instagram or Twitter, follow us and get in touch! Email: thefootballpod@offtheball.com

TFP - Ep. 25; the Colm Collins special, guiding Clare Football, Congress fallout

Wed, 27 Oct 2021 11:06:35 +0000

Welcome to Ep. 25 of The Football Pod with Paddy and Andy - Colm Collins, Clare Football manager and the longest serving intercounty manager in the game is our special guest this week. We kick off by talking Special Congress, and learn about Colm's journey through Football. Click the timestamps to head to each section, as Paddy Andrews, Andy Moran and Tommy Rooney talk Football. TIMESTAMPS and TOPICS. (00:30) – Welcome to Ep. 25 of The Football Pod - SUBSCRIBE! (01:00) – Congress reaction, Andy's book and club championships heat up. (14:45) – Special guest Colm Collins joins The Football Pod. (35:30) – Colm Collins' journey through Football. (01:14:00) – TFP reaction. Share the podcast, give us a review and rate the show if you're enjoying it. Subscribe to the podcast in the 'OTB GAA' feed or in 'The Football Pod with Paddy and Andy' - Spotify / iTunes! Contact the Football Pod and let us know what you think or send in questions on Instagram or Twitter, follow us and get in touch! Email: thefootballpod@offtheball.com

TFP - Ep. 24: the Rory Gallagher special, Proposal B debate, Cian O'Neill

Wed, 20 Oct 2021 10:58:11 +0000

Welcome to Ep. 24 of The Football Pod with Paddy and Andy - Rory Gallagher is our special guest this week, and what a fascinating life in Football we're picking through here for you. We also hear about Paddy's stag and Andy's trip to the Leitrim SFC Final, we're debating the structures and talking Cian O'Neill's appoitment in Galway. Click the timestamps to head to each section, as Paddy Andrews, Andy Moran and Tommy Rooney talk Football. TIMESTAMPS and TOPICS. (00:30) – Welcome to Ep. 24 of The Football Pod - SUBSCRIBE! (01:00) – Paddy's stag and Andy's weekend of Football. (15:30) – Special guest Rory Gallagher joins The Football Pod. (01:28:30) – Gaelic Football structures debate. (01:37:30) – TFP reaction: Cian O'Neill appointment, Share the podcast, give us a review and rate the show if you're enjoying it. Subscribe to the podcast in the 'OTB GAA' feed or in 'The Football Pod with Paddy and Andy' - Spotify / iTunes! Contact the Football Pod and let us know what you think or send in questions on Instagram or Twitter, follow us and get in touch! Email: thefootballpod@offtheball.com

TFP - Ep. 23: the Hannah Tyrrell interview, Andy Moran on Leitrim, Proposal B

Wed, 13 Oct 2021 10:49:53 +0000

Welcome to Ep. 23 of The Football Pod with Paddy and Andy - Hannah Tyrrell, Dublin Footballer and former Irish Rugby star joins the pod for an extraordinary interview about her sporting achievements and her mental health journey, which she speak so candidly about. We also get stuck into Andy Moran's apponintment - click the timestamps to head to each section, as Paddy Andrews, Andy Moran and Tommy Rooney talk Football. TIMESTAMPS and TOPICS. (00:30) – Welcome to Ep. 23 of The Football Pod - SUBSCRIBE! (01:00) – Andy Moran, Leitrim Manager - the interview. (14:00) – Proposal B vs. Status Quo, fallout in Meath Football. (34:30) – Special guest Hannah Tyrrell joins TFP: talking Sam, his big moments, making it in Melbourne and the problem with the GAA. (01:32:30) – TFP reaction. If you've been affected by any of the topics discussed in this episode or would like information - please see contact details below for Pieta House. - Website: www.pieta.ie - Text: HELP to 51444 - Phone: 01 628 2111 - Email: info@pieta.ie Share the podcast, give us a review and rate the show if you're enjoying it. Subscribe to the podcast in the 'OTB GAA' feed or in 'The Football Pod with Paddy and Andy' - Spotify / iTunes! Contact the Football Pod and let us know what you think or send in questions on Instagram or Twitter, follow us and get in touch! Email: thefootballpod@offtheball.com

TFP - Ep. 22: the Conor McKenna interview; taking risks, AFL v GAA, Tyrone after Mickey Harte

Wed, 06 Oct 2021 10:29:13 +0000

Welcome to Ep. 22 of The Football Pod with Paddy and Andy - Conor McKenna, All-Ireland winner with Tyrone and the former AFL star joins the pod for a chat about his year and return to Gaelic Football, we also talk the Kildare gig and the buzz the right managerial appointment can make in a county - click the timestamps to head to each section, as Paddy Andrews, Andy Moran and Tommy Rooney talk Football. TIMESTAMPS and TOPICS. (00:30) – Welcome to Ep. 22 of The Football Pod - SUBSCRIBE! (01:00) – Managerial appointments; Kildare generate a buzz, Kerry fallout continues. (14:00) – Special guest Conor McKenna joins TFP: talking Sam, his big moments, making it in Melbourne and the problem with the GAA. (01:14:00) – TFP reaction. Share the podcast, give us a review and rate the show if you're enjoying it. Subscribe to the podcast in the 'OTB GAA' feed or in 'The Football Pod with Paddy and Andy' - Spotify / iTunes! Contact the Football Pod and let us know what you think or send in questions on Instagram or Twitter, follow us and get in touch! Email: thefootballpod@offtheball.com

TFP - Ep. 21: setbacks, ego and doubt, the makings of Moran and Andrews

Wed, 29 Sep 2021 09:52:47 +0000

Welcome to Ep. 21 of The Football Pod with Paddy and Andy - the summer is over, and we're kickstarting the next ten episodes of the podcast with something a little different, as Andy Moran interviews Paddy Andrews, before Paddy flips the heat on Andy - click the timestamps to head to each section, as Paddy Andrews, Andy Moran and Tommy Rooney talk Football. TIMESTAMPS and TOPICS. (00:30) – Welcome to Ep. 21 of The Football Pod - SUBSCRIBE! (01:00) – JackO in Kerry / Club Championships / Paddy visits the Emirates. (07:00) – Andy Moran interviews Paddy Andrews; sliding doors, shedding the ego and delivering on potential. (46:00) - Paddy Andrews interviews Andy Moran; the coaches that mattered, bouncing back and other sports. (01:30:00) – Andy Moran pays tribute to Paddy Prendergast. Share the podcast, give us a review and rate the show if you're enjoying it. Subscribe to the podcast in the 'OTB GAA' feed or in 'The Football Pod with Paddy and Andy' - Spotify / iTunes! Contact the Football Pod and let us know what you think or send in questions on Instagram or Twitter, follow us and get in touch! Email: thefootballpod@offtheball.com

TFP - Ep. 20: The Football Pod-Stars, Team of the Year, MVP, end-of-season awards

Wed, 22 Sep 2021 07:38:12 +0000

Welcome to Ep. 20 of The Football Pod with Paddy and Andy - it's the first annual, Paddy and Andy, end-of-season Gaelic Football awards on TFP, We're calling it The Football Pod-Stars, and we're picking our Team of the Year, our MVP and hearing about the potential the lads would like to see in 2022 - click the timestamps to head to each section, as Paddy Andrews, Andy Moran and Tommy Rooney talk Football. TIMESTAMPS and TOPICS. (00:30) – Welcome to Ep. 20 of The Football Pod - SUBSCRIBE! (01:00) – Paddy in Positano (03:30) – The Football Pod Team of the Year (08:00) - Defence debate. (26:00) – Midfield - contenders. (38:00) - Forwards and the final changes. (01:13:00) – TFP End of Season Awards: Andy and Paddy's moments, moans and stars of the season. (01:45:00) – Paddy Andrews pays tribute to the late Anto Finnegan. Share the podcast, give us a review and rate the show if you're enjoying it. Subscribe to the podcast in the 'OTB GAA' feed or in 'The Football Pod with Paddy and Andy' - Spotify / iTunes! Contact the Football Pod and let us know what you think or send in questions on Instagram or Twitter, follow us and get in touch! Email: thefootballpod@offtheball.com

TFP - Ep. 19: the one where TYRONE win Sam, how Mayo lost it, Kerry changes?

Wed, 15 Sep 2021 10:05:07 +0000

Welcome to Ep. 19 of The Football Pod with Paddy and Andy - Tyrone have been crowned 2021 All-Ireland SFC Champions, we're talking about how they won Sam Maguire and how Mayo lost another All-Ireland final. Kerry release some breaking news during the pod, and we discuss the abuse directed at GAA players - click the timestamps to head to each section, as Paddy Andrews, Andy Moran and Tommy Rooney disect an incredible All-Ireland SFC semi-final and the rest of the week's Gaelic Football. TIMESTAMPS and TOPICS. (00:30) – Welcome to Ep. 19 of The Football Pod - SUBSCRIBE! (02:00) – REACTION as Tyrone win the All-Ireland. (13:15) – How did Tyrone win? (26:00) – Where did Mayo lose it? (40:00) - Tyrone's match-winners: Morgan, Meyler, Kilpatrick. (51:00) – Harte, McShane, Dazzler and The Wolf - improving during the winter! (01:15:00) – IG Q + A; Lee Keegan, Aidan O'Shea, Abuse of players, breaking Kerry news. Share the podcast, please do review and rate the show if you're enjoying it. Let us know what you want to hear Andy and Paddy talk about across the season. Contact details below, and you'll find our channels across social media - you can subscribe to the podcast in the 'OTB GAA' feed or The Football Pod with Paddy and Andy. Contact the Football Pod and let us know what you think on Instagram or Twitter, follow us and get in touch! Email: thefootballpod@offtheball.com Subscribe to The Football Pod on Spotify or iTunes!

TFP - Ep. 18: All-Ireland final build-up, Mayo v Tyrone, Meath, Kerry's next move

Wed, 08 Sep 2021 09:35:18 +0000

Welcome to Ep. 18 of The Football Pod with Paddy and Andy - we're previewing the 2021 All-Ireland SFC final between Mayo and Tyrone, discussing the potential teams, the match-ups and tactical tweaks. We're talking the rise of Meath, the managerial merry-go-round, and what it's really like on All-Ireland final week - click the timestamps to head to each section, as Paddy Andrews, Andy Moran and Tommy Rooney disect an incredible All-Ireland SFC semi-final and the rest of the week's Gaelic Football. TIMESTAMPS and TOPICS. (00:30) – Welcome to Ep. 18 of The Football Pod - SUBSCRIBE! (02:00) – The Rise of Meath (13:30) – Manager merry-go-round (28:30) – All-Ireland final week, what's it really like? (49:00) – Mayo vs. Tyrone - teams, tactics, match-ups. (01:23:00) – IG Q + A, Andy's excitement. Share the podcast, please do review and rate the show if you're enjoying it. Let us know what you want to hear Andy and Paddy talk about across the season. Contact details below, and you'll find our channels across social media - you can subscribe to the podcast in the 'OTB GAA' feed or The Football Pod with Paddy and Andy. Contact the Football Pod and let us know what you think on Instagram or Twitter, follow us and get in touch! Email: thefootballpod@offtheball.com Subscribe to The Football Pod on Spotify or iTunes!

TFP - Ep. 17: how Tyrone broke Kerry, the stars, the fallout, Mayo up next

Wed, 01 Sep 2021 10:05:50 +0000

Welcome to Ep. 17 of The Football Pod with Paddy and Andy - we're reacting to Tyrone's incredible extra-time win against Kerry, analysing what they got right and what went wrong in the Kingdom. We turn our eyes towards the All-Ireland final vs. Mayo and discuss the Meath minors too - click the timestamps to head to each section, as Paddy Andrews, Andy Moran and Tommy Rooney disect an incredible All-Ireland SFC semi-final and the rest of the week's Gaelic Football. TIMESTAMPS and TOPICS. (00:30) – Welcome to Ep. 17 of The Football Pod - SUBSCRIBE! (03:00) – Breaking down how Tyrone beat Kerry. (31:00) – Tyrone management vs. Kerry. (57:00) – Conor Meyler and Conor McKenna's role. (01:08:00) – Moran's Moan, Meath minors, IG q & a, Paddy's All-Ireland final plans. Share the podcast, please do review and rate the show if you're enjoying it. Let us know what you want to hear Andy and Paddy talk about across the season. Contact details below, and you'll find our channels across social media - you can subscribe to the podcast in the 'OTB GAA' feed or The Football Pod with Paddy and Andy. Contact the Football Pod and let us know what you think on Instagram or Twitter, follow us and get in touch! Email: thefootballpod@offtheball.com Subscribe to The Football Pod on Spotify or iTunes!

TFP - Ep. 16: Kerry questions, the craft of scoring goals, Tyrone's wildcard

Wed, 25 Aug 2021 10:19:48 +0000

Welcome to Ep. 16 of The Football Pod with Paddy and Andy - we're talking Kerry-Tyrone, how to chase goals, and who were the lads sporting idols growing up - click the timestamps to head to each section, as Paddy Andrews, Andy Moran and Tommy Rooney disect an incredible All-Ireland SFC semi-final and the rest of the week's Gaelic Football. TIMESTAMPS and TOPICS. (00:30) – Welcome to Ep. 16 of The Football Pod - SUBSCRIBE! (01:00) – Meeting Ronaldinho - Paddy and Andy's sporting idols. (10:00) – Awesome Limerick . (30:00) – Kerry-Tyrone - where will the game be won and lost? (55:00) – Goals in Gaelic Football - poachers and chasers. (01:12:00) – Meath minors, IG q & a, Paddy's shoutout. Share the podcast, please do review and rate the show if you're enjoying it. Let us know what you want to hear Andy and Paddy talk about across the season. Contact details below, and you'll find our channels across social media - you can subscribe to the podcast in the 'OTB GAA' feed or The Football Pod with Paddy and Andy. Contact the Football Pod and let us know what you think on Instagram or Twitter, follow us and get in touch! Email: thefootballpod@offtheball.com Subscribe to The Football Pod on Spotify or iTunes!

TFP - Ep. 15: the one where Mayo beat Dublin; the stars, the fallout and what's next

Wed, 18 Aug 2021 10:35:32 +0000

Welcome to Ep. 15 of The Football Pod with Paddy and Andy - this is the one where Mayo beat Dublin, ending their unprecedented seven-year unbeaten run - click the timestamps to head to each section, as Paddy Andrews, Andy Moran and Tommy Rooney disect an incredible All-Ireland SFC semi-final and the rest of the week's Gaelic Football. TIMESTAMPS and TOPICS. (00:30) – Welcome to Ep. 15 of The Football Pod - SUBSCRIBE! (01:00) – Andy Moran on Mayo's incredible win. (13:00) – Mayo's Gameplan - what worked for Horan? (30:00) – How were Dublin beaten? (47:00) – Mayo's new stars - O'Hora, Hennelly, Conroy. (01:03:00) – Dublin's 2021 - where did it go wrong? (01:12:00) – After pain, how long does it take for the hunger to come back? (01:18:30) – Conor Lane's performance and the Small shoulder. (01:30:00) – Kerry-Tyrone, Meath comeback, Offaly u20s! Share the podcast, please do review and rate the show if you're enjoying it. Let us know what you want to hear Andy and Paddy talk about across the season. Contact details below, and you'll find our channels across social media - you can subscribe to the podcast in the 'OTB GAA' feed or The Football Pod with Paddy and Andy. Contact the Football Pod and let us know what you think on Instagram or Twitter, follow us and get in touch! Email: thefootballpod@offtheball.com Subscribe to The Football Pod on Spotify or iTunes!

TFP - Ep. 14: Fear, Hope and Hatred in Dublin vs. Mayo - breaking down the rivalry

Wed, 11 Aug 2021 10:37:06 +0000

Welcome to Ep. 14 of The Football Pod with Paddy and Andy - this is a Dublin-Mayo special, as we build-up to the All-Ireland semi-final and look back on the greatest GAA rivalry of the last decade - click the timestamps to head to each section, as Paddy Andrews, Andy Moran and Tommy Rooney disect the week's Gaelic Football. TIMESTAMPS and TOPICS. (00:30) – Welcome to Ep. 14 of The Football Pod - SUBSCRIBE! (01:30) – Limerick Hurling-Dublin Football parralels. (07:30) – Andy's history vs. Dublin and Paddy's Mayo record. (19:15) – Ask Me Anything - the Dublin-Mayo rivalry (2006-2020) (30:15) – "We hated Mayo." - Dublin's siege mentality. (46:00) – The Mill at the Hill - why Jim Gavin was getting ready for it. (59:20) – Dublin vs. Mayo - the preview, the match-ups, the hope. (01:24:20) – Kerry vs. Tyrone - match-ups, COVID delays, goals! Share the podcast, please do review and rate the show if you're enjoying it. Let us know what you want to hear Andy and Paddy talk about across the season. Contact details below, and you'll find our channels across social media - you can subscribe to the podcast in the 'OTB GAA' feed or The Football Pod with Paddy and Andy. Contact the Football Pod and let us know what you think on Instagram or Twitter, follow us and get in touch! Email: thefootballpod@offtheball.com Subscribe to The Football Pod on Spotify or iTunes!

TFP - Ep. 13: Dublin-Mayo; behind the wire, Tyrone tactics, keepers and quiet Con

Wed, 04 Aug 2021 10:54:45 +0000

Welcome to Ep. 13 of The Football Pod with Paddy and Andy - why is Con O'Callaghan so quiet, and how come the Dubs aren't flying yet, we're talking the goalkeeper revolution, Tyrone's tactics, and what's going on inside the Dublin and Mayo camps before the semi-final - click the timestamps to head to each section, as Paddy Andrews, Andy Moran and Tommy Rooney disect the week's Gaelic Football. TIMESTAMPS and TOPICS. (00:30) – Welcome to Ep. 13 of The Football Pod - SUBSCRIBE! (03:30) – Ulster Final breakdown - Tyrone's gameplan, the keeper revolution, Kerry match-ups. (31:30) – Leinster Final fallout - Con O'Callaghan's form, why are Dublin stuttering? (50:50) – 12 days to Dublin-Mayo, what can be done before throw-in? individual prep, A vs. B games, inside the camps. (01:10:00) – How do you stop Dublin playing keep-ball? (01:21:30) – Instagram Q&A - Player of the Year (so far) - Score of the Week - Offaly u20s ! Share the podcast, give us a review and rating if you're enjoying, and let us know what you want to hear Andy and Paddy talk about across the season. Contact details below - you can subscribe in OTB GAA or The Football Pod with Paddy and Andy. Contact the Football Pod and let us know what you think on Instagram or Twitter, follow us and get in touch! Email: thefootballpod@offtheball.com Subscribe to The Football Pod on Spotify or iTunes!

TFP - Ep. 13: why are Dubs stuttering, Tyrone tactics, Dublin-Mayo; behind the wire

Tue, 03 Aug 2021 11:28:06 +0000

TFP - Ep. 12: Provincial finals breakdown, PJ's Galway, King Con, Mayo's favourite sons

Tue, 27 Jul 2021 10:53:37 +0000

Welcome to Ep. 12 of The Football Pod with Paddy and Andy - we're talking the Provincial finals, PJ's Galway, King Con, and Mayo's wing-back obsession - click the timestamps to head to each section, as Paddy Andrews, Andy Moran and Tommy Rooney disect the week's Gaelic Football. TIMESTAMPS and TOPICS. (00:30) – Welcome to Ep. 12 of The Football Pod - SUBSCRIBE! (01:30) – The Conncaht Final - what did Mayo get right? (15:00) – Galway under PJ - what's gone wrong? lack of bite? (33:00) – Kerry annihilate Cork - reaction. (48:30) – Conditioning of the top teams - Mayo's wing-back obsession. (56:45) – Ulster Final preview - Tyrone vs. Monaghan. (01:12:00) – Leinster Final preview - how can Kildare hurt Dublin? (01:27:00) – King Con's arrival, Score of the week and IG q&a Share the podcast, give us a review and rating if you're enjoying, and let us know what you want to hear Andy and Paddy talk about across the season. Contact details below - you can subscribe in OTB GAA or The Football Pod with Paddy and Andy. Contact the Football Pod and let us know what you think on Instagram or Twitter, follow us and get in touch! Email: thefootballpod@offtheball.com Subscribe to The Football Pod on Spotify or iTunes!

Ep. 11 - big Dublin questions, brilliant Ulster, Mayo-Galway, Kerry-Cork

Wed, 21 Jul 2021 11:33:38 +0000

This is the 11th episode of The Football Pod with Paddy and Andy - click the timestamps to head to each section, as Paddy Andrews, Andy Moran and Tommy Rooney disect the week's Gaelic Football. TIMESTAMPS and TOPICS. (00:30) – Welcome to Ep. 11 of The Football Pod - SUBSCRIBE! (03:00) – Brendan Óg Ó Dufaigh (05:00) – Dublin questions? How did Meath get at them, Murchan, Small. (35:00) – Brilliant Tyrone, how did Donegal fall short (again) (54:55) – Monaghan-Armagh analysis and reaction (01:06:00) – Galway-Mayo preview - where will the game be won? (01:20:00) – Kerry-Cork preview - Paudie Clifford role, Cork's issue. (01:30:00) – score of the week and IG q&a Share the podcast, give us a review and rating if you're enjoying, and let us know what you want to hear Andy and Paddy talk about across the season. Contact details below - you can subscribe in OTB GAA or The Football Pod with Paddy and Andy. Contact the Football Pod and let us know what you think on Instagram or Twitter, follow us and get in touch! Email: thefootballpod@offtheball.com Subscribe to The Football Pod on Spotify or iTunes!

Ep. 10 - Structure debate, Ulster fireworks, Kerry's gameplan, Paddy sees red

Wed, 14 Jul 2021 11:11:56 +0000

This is the 10th episode of The Football Pod with Paddy and Andy - click the timestamps to head to each section, as Paddy Andrews, Andy Moran and Tommy Rooney disect the week's Gaelic Football. TIMESTAMPS and TOPICS. (00:30) – Welcome to Ep. 10 of The Football Pod - SUBSCRIBE! (05:00) – Championship Structures Debate. (25:00) – Ulster fireworks; Donegal-Derry fallout, new Tyrone, Ulster semi-finals preview. (01:01:30) – Paddy breaks down the Kerry gameplan. (01:12:00) – How do forwards deal with being targeted by defenders? (Paddy sees red!) (01:21:30) – Eric Lowndes walks away from the Dublin panel, Leinster semi-finals, score of the week, Andy Moran's moan of the week. Share the podcast, give us a review and rating if you're enjoying, and let us know what you want to hear Andy and Paddy talk about across the season. Contact details below - you can subscribe in OTB GAA or The Football Pod with Paddy and Andy. Contact the Football Pod and let us know what you think on Instagram or Twitter, follow us and get in touch! Email: thefootballpod@offtheball.com Subscribe to The Football Pod on Spotify or iTunes!

Ep. 10 - Structure debate, Ulster fireworks, Kerry's gameplan, Paddy sees red

Wed, 14 Jul 2021 11:11:56 +0000

Ep. 9 - Dublin in transition, Cluxton fallout, hope in Galway, Ulster potential

Wed, 07 Jul 2021 10:31:32 +0000

Welcome to Episode 9 of The Football Pod with Paddy Andrews and Andy Moran - we're talking the Stephen Cluxton situation, and his legacy, is this Dublin side in the midst of transition and what went wrong against Wexford? We're looking at the rest of Leinster, what Galway got right and what went wrong for Roscommon. Looking at this weekend, we focus on two potential blockbuster Ulster ties and finish on our Instagram Q&A. TIMESTAMPS and TOPICS. (00:30) – Welcome to Ep. 9 of The Football Pod - SUBSCRIBE! (02:00) – The Stephen Cluxton situation: legacy, attention, Comerford's credentials. (33:30) – Sloppy Dublin, Croke Park factor and the rest of Leinster - Meath, Westmeath and Kildare. (54:30) – Galway-Roscommon fallout, hope for Joyce. (01:13:00) – Excitement building for Tyrone-Cavan and Donegal-Derry. (01:24:00) – IG q&a - why did the lads wear their socks up, and what's it like running out to a packed Croker? Share the podcast, give us a rating if you're enjoying, and let us know what you want to hear Andy and Paddy talk about across the season. Contact details below - you can subscribe in OTB GAA or The Football Pod with Paddy and Andy. Contact the Football Pod and let us know what you think on Instagram or Twitter, follow us and get in touch! Email: thefootballpod@offtheball.com Subscribe to The Football Pod on Spotify or iTunes!

Ep. 8 - inside Dublin's match-prep, Aidan O'Shea's role, bitter rivalries

Wed, 30 Jun 2021 10:19:43 +0000

Welcome to Episode 8 of The Football Pod with Paddy Andrews and Andy Moran - we're talking rivalry in Football and the state of the provincials, Paddy brings us inside Dublin and how they will prepare for Wexford - what is the story with Stephen Cluxton? Will there be any shocks this weekend and what did we learn from Kerry, Donegal and Mayo? TIMESTAMPS and TOPICS. (00:30) – Welcome to Ep. 8 of The Football Pod - SUBSCRIBE! (05:00) – Rivalry in the GAA; Moran reacts to accusations of Mayo arrogance. (22:00) – The Football - lessons from Kerry and Donegal, Aidan O'Shea's best position? (50:50) – The state of the Championship structure. (01:02:30) – How do Dublin prepare to play when they're such strong favourites? (01:16:00) – What's going on with Stephen Cluxton? Cian O'Sullivan tribute. (01:24:00) – Roscommon vs. Galway - where will it be won? Share, give us a rating if you're enjoying, and let us know what you want to hear Andy and Paddy talk about across the season. Contact details below - you can subscribe in OTB GAA or The Football Pod with Paddy and Andy. Contact the Football Pod and let us know what you think on Instagram or Twitter, follow us and get in touch! Email: thefootballpod@offtheball.com Subscribe to The Football Pod on Spotify or iTunes!

The Football Pod - Ep. 7: Silencing the Hill, that 2013 epic, Mayo's lost prodigy, Rory's boys

Wed, 23 Jun 2021 10:59:43 +0000

Welcome to Episode 7 of The Football Pod with Paddy Andrews and Andy Moran - we're looking at the opening weekend of Championship, and the importance of Michael Murphy while Andy tells us about Mayo's lost prodigy. We talk about whether the working from home culture can help counties outside of Dublin, how to beat the sweeper, and the remarkable 2013 All-Ireland semi-final between Dublin and Kerry. Subscribe to the The Football Pod, because we’ve got a new episode coming your way every Wednesday this summer. Share the podcast, give us a rating if you're enjoying, and let us know what you want to hear Andy and Paddy talk about across the season. Contact details below! TIMESTAMPS and TOPICS. (00:30) – Welcome to Ep. 7 of The Football Pod - SUBSCRIBE! (03:00) – Gallagher's boys, Hogan Cup prodigies. (15:15) – Behind the remarkable 2013 All-Ireland semi-final, Dublin 3-18 3-11 Kerry. (36:30) – 'You're Going to Silence the Hill' - visualisation in the GAA. (43:00) – The importance of Michael Murphy. (51:30) – What if Mayo had Pearce Hanley? (01:00:30) – Working from Home culture - can it benefit counties outside of Dublin? (01:19:30) – How to beat the sitting sweeper. (01:27:30) – Paddy and Andy's favourite scores from their careers. You can listen to the podcast on the OTB Sports app - download that in your app store, for free! Subscribe to The Football Pod on Spotify Subscribe to The Football Pod on iTunes Or you'll find us wherever you listen to your podcasts by searching for 'The Football Pod with Paddy and Andy' Contact the Football Pod and let us know what you think The Football Pod is on Instagram and Twitter so you can follow us and get in touch there too! Email: thefootballpod@offtheball.com Paddy Andrews on Twitter @PaddyAMetis Andy Moran on Twitter @AndyPMoran Tommy Rooney on Twitter @TomasORuanaidh

The Football Pod - Ep. 6 - Cillian O'Connor reaction, Shane Walsh, Drink bans, Developing Game Management

Wed, 16 Jun 2021 16:19:25 +0000

Welcome to Episode 6 of The Football Pod with Paddy Andrews and Andy Moran - we're focusing on game mangement and decision-making, oh, and drink bans too. Also, this week we're talking about Galway, how Dublin suffocate their opponents, and the news of Cillian O'Connor's achilles' injury comes through about an hour into the podcast - so you'll get that reaction there. Subscribe to the The Football Pod, because we’ve got a new episode coming your way every Wednesday this summer. Share the podcast, give us a rating if you're enjoying, and let us know what you want to hear Andy and Paddy talk about across the season. Contact details below! TIMESTAMPS and TOPICS. (00:30) – Welcome to Ep. 6 of The Football Pod (03:00) – Balancing intercounty GAA with your social life (18:00) – Galway relegated - reaction to Joyce, analysing Shane Walsh. (37:30) – How to get better at decision-making. (42:00) – Textbook Dublin Performance vs. Donegal - developing game management. (59:00) – Around the Leagues - reaction to the key results. (01:04:00) – Reaction as the Cillian O'Connor injury news breaks. (01:09:30) – Tyrone's defending - what did they get wrong? (01:16:30) – Andy's Moan of the Week (01:19:30) – Score of the Week (01:20:00) – How were Meath so flat against Kildare? (01:27:30) – Who replaces Cillian O'Connor for Mayo? You can listen to the podcast on the OTB Sports app - download that in your app store, for free! Subscribe to The Football Pod on Spotify Subscribe to The Football Pod on iTunes Or you'll find us wherever you listen to your podcasts by searching for 'The Football Pod with Paddy and Andy' Contact the Football Pod and let us know what you think The Football Pod is on Instagram and Twitter so you can follow us and get in touch there too! Email: thefootballpod@offtheball.com Paddy Andrews on Twitter @PaddyAMetis Andy Moran on Twitter @AndyPMoran Tommy Rooney on Twitter @TomasORuanaidh

The Football Pod - Ep. 5: two-footed freaks, relegation fears and Johnno's VCR

Wed, 09 Jun 2021 11:41:12 +0000

Welcome to Episode 5 of The Football Pod with Paddy Andrews and Andy Moran - we're talking relegation fears in the league and why the Dubs always made a statement. Also this week we're hearing about life in a GAA gym, how the game has changed physically through the years, we're talking about developing the weak foot and the importance of video analysis. Subscribe to the The Football Pod, because we’ve got a new episode coming your way every Wednesday this summer. Share the podcast, give us a rating if you're enjoying, and let us know what you want to hear Andy and Paddy talk about across the season. Contact details below! TIMESTAMPS and TOPICS. (00:25) – The Football Pod, Ep. 5 - welcome! (01:30) – Were Paddy and Andy big in the Gym? (10:00) – Evolving with the trends - Flynn, McCarthy, Cork and Mayo. (24:00) – Relegation fears this weekend - preview. (43:00) - How have Cork Football slid so much since 2010? (54:00) – The Division 1 semi-finals, Donegal vs. Dublin, Tyrone vs. Kerry. (57:30) – Did the Dubs use the league to put the foot on the throat of their opponents? (01:05:00) – TFP Listeners: Developing your 'other' foot. (01:18:00) – The importance of video analysis! You can listen to the podcast on the OTB Sports app - download that in your app store, for free! Subscribe to The Football Pod on Spotify Subscribe to The Football Pod on iTunes Or you'll find us wherever you listen to your podcasts by searching for 'The Football Pod with Paddy and Andy' Contact the Football Pod and let us know what you think The Football Pod is on Instagram and Twitter so you can follow us and get in touch there too! Email: thefootballpod@offtheball.com Paddy Andrews on Twitter @PaddyAMetis Andy Moran on Twitter @AndyPMoran Tommy Rooney on Twitter @TomasORuanaidh

The Football Pod - Ep.4: NFL best XV, Ghosts of 2017, Soccer-GAA crossover

Wed, 02 Jun 2021 16:48:58 +0000

Welcome to Episode 4 of The Football Pod with Paddy Andrews and Andy Moran - the lads are picking their NFL best XV and much more too. Subscribe to the The Football Pod, because we’ve got a new episode coming your way every Wednesday this summer. Subscribe, give us a rating if you're enjoying, and let us know what you want to hear Andy and Paddy talk about across the season. Contact details below! TIMESTAMPS and TOPICS. (00:25) – Welcome to The Football Pod – Andy and Tommy in Castlebar and Paddy's favourite pub. (04:30) - The NFL semi-finals - who are we excited about? (10:00) - Longevity in the GAA - paying tribute to Niall McNamee and David Tubridy. (17:00) - Philly McMahon joins Bohs - what will he bring? (23:30) - Coaches, speakers and gurus in the GAA - when they work and when they flop. (27:30) - Andy at Longford, Paddy in the ROD Squad - and the influence of soccer in the GAA. (42:30) - Shooting in the 207 All-Ireland final. (46:00) - Teams of the League - Paddy and Andy pick their XVs. (01:03:30) - David Clifford is Angry. (01:08:30) - TFP shoutouts - bolter, best manager, best player, moment and biggest letdown. You can listen to the podcast on the OTB Sports app - download that in your app store, for free! Subscribe to The Football Pod on Spotify Subscribe to The Football Pod on iTunes Or you'll find us wherever you listen to your podcasts by searching for 'The Football Pod with Paddy and Andy' Contact the Football Pod and let us know what you think The Football Pod is on Instagram and Twitter so you can follow us and get in touch there too! Email: thefootballpod@offtheball.com Paddy Andrews on Twitter @PaddyAMetis Andy Moran on Twitter @AndyPMoran Tommy Rooney on Twitter @TomasORuanaidh

The Football Pod - Ep.4: NFL best XV, Ghosts of 2017, Soccer-GAA crossover

Wed, 02 Jun 2021 16:48:58 +0000

The Football Pod - Ep.3: Ciaran McDonald love, Kamikaze Football, chasing Dublin

Wed, 26 May 2021 16:35:23 +0000

Welcome to Episode 3 of The Football Pod with Paddy Andrews and Andy Moran - this week we're talking about our favourite GAA playmakers, the fallout from Kerry-Dublin, the Kamikaze Football up North and the death of Leinster, all that and much more too. Subscribe to the podcast because we’ve got a new episode coming your way every Wednesday this summer. Subscribe, give us a rating if you're enjoying, and let us know what you want to hear Andy and Paddy talk about across the season. Contact details below! We had plenty to talk about this week! TIMESTAMPS and TOPICS. (00:05) – Welcome to The Football Pod – SUBSCRIBE! (03:30) – Football Italia and Ciarán McDonald love. (11:15) – Kerry's 3rd quarter - what did they do? (25:00) – Losing John Small and the dying art of defending. (31:00) – Kamikaze Football up North - will it work? (40:20) – Fly goalkeepers - are they the future? (45:00) - Tyrone and Armagh - where are they at? (54:45) - Difference in Division 2 - trouble for James Horan. (57:30) - The Leinster Football problem; Meath, Kildare and Dublin's dominance. (01:14:00) - Score of the week, Andy Moran's moan of the week, TFP listener Q&A. You can listen to the podcast on the OTB Sports app - download that in your app store, for free! Subscribe to The Football Pod on Spotify Subscribe to The Football Pod on iTunes Or you'll find us wherever you listen to your podcasts by searching for 'The Football Pod with Paddy and Andy' Contact the Football Pod and let us know what you think The Football Pod is on Instagram and Twitter so you can follow us and get in touch there too! Email: thefootballpod@offtheball.com Paddy Andrews on Twitter @PaddyAMetis Andy Moran on Twitter @AndyPMoran Tommy Rooney on Twitter @TomasORuanaidh

The Football Pod Ep.2 - why Clifford excelled, matching Dublin, hope up North and Paddy's penalty

Wed, 19 May 2021 16:16:58 +0000

Welcome along to Episode 2 of The Football Pod with Paddy Andrews and Andy Moran - we're back, with a bang, looking at how David Clifford excelled, the efficiency of the Dublin attack and why there's hope up North. Do hit subscribe on the podcast because we’ve got a new episode coming your way every Wednesday this summer. Subscribe, give us a rating if you're enjoying, and let us know what you want to hear Andy and Paddy talk about across the season. Contact details below! We had plenty to talk about this week! TIMESTAMPS and TOPICS. (00:05) – Welcome to The Football Pod – SUBSCRIBE! (02:30) – Let's talk Football - Awesome Kerry - focus on the attacking unit. (19:00) – Dublin's outrageous shooting efficiency - how do you get there? (33:20) – Roscommon-Galway - why you don't concede the kickout, and how were Galway so bad? (39:00) – What to expect from Dublin-Kerry and why Roscommon-Galway need to develop an edge. (44:00) – Tyrone - what did we learn? (49:00) – What do Donegal need to hit the next level. (55:00) – Around the Counties: Armagh, Mayo, quickfire Instagram questions for The Football Pod. (01:00:00) – How can clubs and counties improve their shooting efficiency? (01:05:00) – Shoutouts: the Shite trainer of the week and the score of the week! You can listen to the podcast on the OTB Sports app - download that in your app store. Subscribe on Spotify Subscribe on iTunes Or you'll find us wherever you listen to your podcasts by searching for 'The Football Pod with Paddy and Andy' Contact the Football Pod and let us know what you think The Football Pod is on Instagram and Twitter so you can follow us and get in touch there too! Email: thefootballpod@offtheball.com Paddy Andrews on Twitter @PaddyAMetis Andy Moran on Twitter @AndyPMoran Tommy Rooney on Twitter @TomasORuanaidh

The Football Pod Ep.1 - what Kerry need, Mayo revamp, Tyrone edge, new Dubs

Wed, 12 May 2021 17:57:25 +0000

Welcome along to Episode 1 of The Football Pod with Paddy Andrews and Andy Moran. We’ll be with you every Wednesday at 6pm this summer. Subscribe, give us a five-star rating if you enjoy, and let us know what you want to hear Andy and Paddy talk about across the season. We hope you enjoy our opening episode, the topics and timestamps are below if you want to jump through. TIMESTAMPS and TOPICS. 00:00 – Welcome to The Football Pod – SUBSCRIBE! 02:30 – Football is back – but are the boys back training? 06:30 – Paddy and Andy – two careers crossing paths. 11:00 – Marking Gooch and ’09 - two corner-forwards playing in the backs. 14:00 – Dublin’s Transformation and changing the culture in a team. 20:40 – The Dublin vs. Mayo Rivalry of the 2010s. 27:30 – The NFL is back – previewing the first weekend. 29:00 – Tyrone – how can you change the culture of a team after the Harte reign? 39:45 – Impact of the AFL on GAA – imagine Pearce Hanley played with Mayo in the 2010s. 43:00 – Galway vs. Kerry – Andy Moran talks Galway – the importance of Damien Comer. 47:45 – Paddy Andrews on facing Kevin Walsh’s set-up – how far away are they under Joyce? 51:45 – Let’s talk Kerry – why are they genuine contenders and how can they rattle Dublin? 58:45 – The importance of Paul Geaney, and the David Moran question. 01:04:00 – How Jason Doherty saved Andy Moran’s career…a lesson for everyone. 01:07:30 – The Training Breaches – will Peter Keane’s comments have an impact? 01:10:00 – The Dublin and Mayo retirements – what impact will they have? 01:15:00 – Love for Niall Scully – expecting a big year for Dublin’s link-man. 01:17:00 – Quickfire Predictions: Division 1 and Division 2 – Paddy vs. Andy vs. Tommy. 01:20:00 – The Shite Trainer of the Week – who’s the worst trainer in your club? Send us your suggestions and we’ll give your teammates a shoutout. Email: thefootballpod@offtheball.com You can listen to the podcast on the OTB Sports app - download that in your app store. Subscribe on Spotify Subscribe on iTunes Or you'll find us wherever you listen to your podcasts by searching for 'The Football Pod with Paddy and Andy' Contact the Football Pod and let us know what you think Paddy Andrews on Twitter @PaddyAMetis Andy Moran on Twitter @AndyPMoran Tommy Rooney on Twitter @TomasORuanaidh

The Football Pod Ep.1 - what Kerry need, Mayo revamp, Tyrone edge, new Dubs

Wed, 12 May 2021 17:27:23 +0000

Welcome along to Episode 1 of The Football Pod with Paddy Andrews and Andy Moran. We’ll be with you every Wednesday at 6pm this summer. Subscribe, give us a five-star rating if you enjoy, and let us know what you want to hear Andy and Paddy talk about across the season. We hope you enjoy our opening episode, the topics and timestamps are below if you want to jump through. TIMESTAMPS and TOPICS below. (00:05) – Welcome to The Football Pod – SUBSCRIBE! (06:30) – Paddy and Andy – two careers crossing paths. (14:00) – Dublin’s Transformation and changing the culture in a team. (20:40) – The Dublin vs. Mayo Rivalry of the 2010s. (27:30) – The NFL is back – previewing the first weekend. (29:00) – Tyrone – how can you change the culture of a team after the Harte reign? (43:00) – Galway vs. Kerry – Andy Moran talks Galway – the importance of Damien Comer. (51:45) – Let’s talk Kerry – why are they genuine contenders and how can they rattle Dublin? (58:45) – The importance of Paul Geaney, and the David Moran question. (01:07:30) – The Training Breaches – will Peter Keane’s comments have an impact? (01:10:00) – The Dublin and Mayo retirements – what impact will they have? (01:17:00) – Quickfire Predictions: Division 1 and Division 2 – Paddy vs. Andy vs. Tommy. (01:20:00) – The Shite Trainer of the Week – who’s the worst trainer in your club? Send us your suggestions and we’ll give your teammates a shoutout. Email: thefootballpod@offtheball.com You can listen to the podcast on the OTB Sports app - download that in your app store. Subscribe on Spotify Subscribe on iTunes Or you'll find us wherever you listen to your podcasts by searching for 'The Football Pod with Paddy and Andy' Contact the Football Pod and let us know what you think Paddy Andrews on Twitter @PaddyAMetis Andy Moran on Twitter @AndyPMoran Tommy Rooney on Twitter @TomasORuanaidh

COMING SOON: The Football Pod with Paddy Andrews and Andy Moran

Fri, 07 May 2021 12:52:42 +0000

Andy Moran and Paddy Andrews have seen it all when it comes to Gaelic Football and now they're on the same team. Throughout the summer, the Mayo legend and Dublin's seven-time All-Ireland winner will be bringing you inside the world of intercounty football alongside Tommy Rooney of OTB Sports. Just search for The Football Pod with Paddy and Andy and subcribe to get the podcast every Wednesday or go to OTB GAA, you'll find us in that podcast feed too. You can now get The Football Pod with Paddy and Andy, 24 hours early - EXCLUSIVELY on the OTB Sports app, you can download that right now for free in your app store!