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Welcome to Thursday's Off The Ball Breakfast Bite - your FREE taster of this morning's Off The Ball Breakfast. Ger, Colm and Arthur opened this morning's packed show by discussing Michael Murphy's return to the Donegal football panel, coming as it does after him helping formulate Gaelic football's new rules. The lads ponder the prospect of some other recent retirees being tempted into comebacks.You can listen to the full show by becoming an Off The Ball member now at offtheball.com/join Elsewhere on this morning's Off The Ball Breakfast you'll find... Matt Williams previewing Ireland's date with the All BlacksJust over a week after what would have been his 64th birthday, and ahead of his four-year anniversary, Marcela Mora y Araujo looks back on Diego Maradona's time in charge of Argentina. And former Munster Rugby player Shane Leahy discuss his recent humanitarian efforts in Ukraine and Gaza

On Thursday's Football Daily, Richie McCormack brings you reaction to last night's Champions League outings for Arsenal and Aston Villa.We hear from Mikel Arteta on the refereeing decisions he feels cost his Arsenal players against Inter.Ezri Konsa on Tyrone Mings' brain-fart in Bruges.Stephen Bradley and Dan Cleary look ahead to Shamrock Rovers' Conference League clash with TNS.Ange Postecoglou on what football can offer in a turbulent political world.And we hear from new Dundalk manager Ciaran Kilduff, as one of his predecessors at Oriel Park has reservations regarding the speed of the former striker's appointment.

On Wednesday's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack gets facetime with All Blacks head coach Scott Robertson, as he named his team for Friday's test with Ireland at the Aviva.We also hear from Andy Farrell, who is without Tadhg Furlong for Friday night, and perhaps longer.Steve Borthwick addresses the Danny Care/Eddie Jones controversy, and the criticism of his treatment of Marcus Smith.And a highly-rated France U20 international is focusing on making his professional name in New Zealand.

Welcome to Wednesday's OTB Breakfast Bite - your easy-to-digest FREE sample of this morning's Off The Ball Breakfast. On this morning's show, Ger, Colm and Arthur discussed the impending arrival of Ruben Amorim at Manchester United, it being 'fun' to watch Manchester City suffer, and when is a 4-1 not a 4-1? Elsewhere on the show...Ex-Irish athlete Ciarán Ó Lionáird joined the lads to discuss the U.S. election.All Blacks legend Sonny Bill Williams has the "popcorn" out for Friday's test with Ireland. Journalist Sam Lee on Manchester City's loss in Lisbon. Shelbourne goalkeeper Conor Kearns emerges from their title celebrations to talk life under Duffer. And Tommy chats to Mayo legends Lee Keegan and Colm Boyle. You can hear the full show by becoming an Off The Ball member at offtheball.com/join NOW

On Wednesday's Football Daily, Richie McCormack brings you all the reaction from a surprising night of Champions League action. Pep Guardiola and Bernardo Silva disagree over Manchester City's current status, while Ruben Amorim talks up Viktor Gyorkeres' future after his hat-trick last night. Arne Slot on Curtis Jones' new role in the Liverpool midfield, and how they must improve on last night's thrashing of Bayer Leverkusen. Brendan Rodgers basks in the glow of one of Celtic's great European nights at Parkhead. Mikel Arteta discusses Edu's departure from Arsenal. There's a new man in charge at Dundalk. And Michael Obafemi rescues Wayne Rooney's Plymouth, as we hear from the Republic of Ireland striker.

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On Tuesday's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack brings you the latest from both the Ireland and All Blacks camps ahead of Friday night's massive test at the Aviva. Joe McCarthy talks World Cup heartache, and a restructured New Zealand second row after some big name retirements. Jason Holland rules himself out of the running for the Munster job, and gives his insight to the threats posed by Ireland, and what Damian McKenzie brings to the party on Friday night. Eimear Considine Ryan has announced her retirement from rugby. A former Ireland centre is found guilty of stealing more than €500,000 from Bank of Ireland Private Bank. Leinster pay tribute to departing head coach Tania Rosser, and reveal plans for the women's team to go professional. An Irish coach is extending his stay in France, but Paddy Jackson's season looks to be over. Jonny Hill learns of his ban for allegedly assaulting a fan + Chandler Cunningham-South on England closing out games.

On Tuesday's Football Daily, Richie McCormack brings you all the action and reaction from last night's West London derby, with Harry Wilson's injury-time brace proving the difference for Fulham. We hear from Brentford boss Thomas Frank and his Fulham counterpart Marco Silva. Caoimhin Kelleher addresses his future ahead of tonight's Champions League meeting with Bayer Leverkusen, and we also hear from Arne Slot and Xabi Alonso. Pep Guardiola's sounding downbeat about Manchester City's multi-pronged trophy hunt this season. Brendan Rodgers insists lessons have been learned from their chastening defeat in Dortmund, as RB Leipzig visit Parkhead tonight. Joey O'Brien on the rugby inspiration for Shelbourne's title win. And Bohemians' COO Daniel Lambert on the LSSIF award for the redevelopment of Dalymount Park.

Welcome to Tuesday's OTB Breakfast Bite. This morning's show opened with Ger Gilroy, Arthur O'Dea and Adrian Barry debating James McCarthy's standing as one of The Greats of Gaelic football. To tune in to the full show, head along to offtheball.com/join NOW. This morning we covered:Rugby with Matt Dawson and Conrad SmithWe look back at Graeme Mulcahy's brilliant Limerick career with the man himself.And James McCarthy's clubmate Val Andrews reflects on the Dublin career of James McCarthy.

On Monday's edition of Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack brings you the very latest on Bundee Aki's future. We hear from new Ireland attack coach Andrew Goodman ahead of Friday's test with the All Blacks, and there's injury news from both camps. Joe Marler has announced his retirement from international rugby. The current Wallabies camp has leapt to the defence of Eddie Jones, following his portrayal in Danny Care's new book. Rocky Elsom has fled Ireland, as the Gardai intend to execute an international arrest warrant for the former Leinster flanker. And a former Scotland captain has pled guilty to charges of domestic abuse.

On Monday's Football Daily, Richie McCormack brings you news of who's benefitting and how from the government's Large Scale Sports Infrastructure Funding announcements.Surprising news from Arsenal, with their sporting director set to leave, and where he's likely to land.There's reaction from yesterday's pair of Premier League encounters, with Enzo Maresca unhappy that Lisandro Martinez didn't see red at Old Trafford.The nominees are revealed for the SSE Airtricity Women's Premier Division Player of the Year awards.And there's good news for Galway United fans too.

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On Monday's Breakfast Bite, Ger Gilroy, Arthur O'Dea and Colm Boohig set the table for the day ahead. How would Mick fare in the Jungle? Should Liverpool push the boat out to keep Mo Salah? And is Lisandro Martinez a 'thug'? To hear the full podcast, including: Jonathan Wilson on the weekend's Premier League actionAlan Quinlan begins our look ahead to Ireland's clash with the All Blacks. Eoin Doyle reflects on Shelbourne's SSE Airtricity Premier Division title win. And, as ever - the Performance Rankings.Become a member by clicking: offtheball.com/join NOW!

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On Friday's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack brings you the details on Jonathan Sexton's involvement with the Ireland squad ahead of next week's autumn opener with the All Blacks. Simon Easterby gives an insight into Sexton's impact on the current crop of no.10s, and on the Emerging Ireland cohort looking to win senior caps this month. Ronan O'Gara responds to stories linking him with the Munster vacancy. The All Blacks XV named to play Munster at Thomond Park contains five players with senior caps. Jamie George on the Haka, as Joe Marler rows back on his 'binned' comment.And the shortlists are revealed for the Guinness Rugby Writers Ireland Player of the Year awards.

On Friday's Football Daily, Richie McCormack sets the scene for a dramatic finale to the SSE Airtricity Premier Division title race.We hear from Shelbourne boss Damien Duff and his Shamrock Rovers counterpart Stephen Bradley ahead of their respective games, and their opponents talk too, with Ruaidhri Higgins looking to see off a desolate Shelbourne tonight, while former Rovers striker Padraig Amond has designs on making his old employers miserable.Stephen Kenny discusses St. Pat's last push for Europe.Ruben Amorim is finally appointed new Manchester United boss.Liverpool boss Arne Slot with the latest on his contract hold-outs.And Mikel Arteta on Arsenal needing to be adaptable.

The brilliant Daire Gorman joined Shane & Colm studio, alongside his father this morning, to talk all things Liverpool!Catch The Off The Ball Breakfast show LIVE weekday mornings from 7:30am or just search for Off The Ball Breakfast and get the podcast on the Off The Ball app.SUBSCRIBE at OffTheBall.com/joinOff The Ball Breakfast is live weekday mornings from 7:30am across Off The Ball

On Thursday's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack brings you the latest from Munster whose head of rugby operations Ian Costello provided the latest on their hunt for a Graham Rowntree replacement. Munster have also named their team to face that All Blacks XV at Thomond Park. We hear from Ireland defence coach Simon Easterby regarding their mini injury crisis at hooker, and how they've been inspired this week by the tales that inspired the movie 'Alive'. Scott Robertson has responded to Joe Marler's Haka comments, and he's also named the team to face England. Scotland have also shown their hand for their first autumn test against Fiji. And a Wales prop goes public with a heart condition.

On Thursday's Football Daily, Richie McCormack brings you the latest on Ruben Amorim's impending appointment at Old Trafford, and how he will face City before then.Ruud van Nistelrooy jumps to the defence of beleaguered United pair.Pep puts on the poor mouth on the injury front as Manchester City count the cost of last night's Carabao Cup exit to Tottenham.Liverpool boss Arne Slot praises former St Pat's loanee.And Stephen Bradley and Ruaidhri Higgins offer their personal approaches to tomorrow night's title deciders here at home.

On Wednesday's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack brings you the latest on the storm whipped up by England prop Joe Marler's thoughts on the Haka. An All Blacks legend weighs in on Marler's opinion (and haircut).We have the latest from the All Blacks camp as their senior side prepare for England, and the All Blacks try-scorer parachuted into the XV squad that will play Munster.Rassie Erasmus discusses potentially coaching an international team other than South Africa.And David Campese gives his frank Joe Schmidt opinion.