The LOIWomen Show on FinalWhistle

It’s the final show of the season, and Breifne Earley and Meabh De Burca are looking back at a memorable FAI Women’s Cup Final where Athlone Town completed the double in style.Despite a spirited display from Bohemians, a Kelly Brady hat-trick led the Midlanders to glory in Tallaght.The Gypsies opened the scoring with a rocket from Alannah McEvoy, and a late long-range strike from Aoibhe Brennan capped off their scoring – but it wasn't enough to deny Athlone their first-ever League & Cup double.🏆 Cup Final Highlights:🎩 Kelly Brady hat-trick heroics🚀 McEvoy and Brennan with stunning goals💪 Bohs push Athlone all the way🏟️ A brilliant showcase to close the domestic season🇮🇪 International Preview:Breifne and Meabh also look ahead to the Republic of Ireland's crucial double-header playoff with Belgium in the UEFA Women's Nations League, as Jess Ziu, Jamie Finn, and domestic talents gear up for one final battle in 2024.🎧 Listen now to wrap up the season with us

It’s the last league episode of the season and Breifne Earley is joined once again by Meabh De Burca (@MeabhDeBurca) to wrap up a wild final weekend in the Women’s Premier Division, reflect on the retirements of four legends, and look ahead to this weekend’s FAI Women’s Cup Final.🏆 Final Day Highlights🔥 Shamrock Rovers 5–4 ShelbourneNine goals, comebacks, and chaos in Tallaght.Aine O’Gorman marked her final league appearance with an early goal, but Shels fought back from 4-2 down to level before a late Anna Butler strike gave the Hoops the win in a thrilling contest.🥳 Athlone Town 4–0 Sligo RoversA party in the Midlands as the Champions signed off in style.Maddie Gibson struck early and late, while Kelly Brady and Hannah Waesch added to the tally. Athlone could’ve had more after hitting the woodwork three times.⚽️ Peamount United 3–3 BohemiansA red card, cracking finishes, and late drama in Dalymount.Ellen Dolan, Becky Watkins, and Eleanor Ryan Doyle scored for the Peas, but a red card for keeper Amanda Budden turned the tide. Alannah McEvoy, Hannah Healy, and a thunderbolt from Hannah O’Brien earned Bohs a deserved draw.🎯 DLR Waves 1–3 Galway UnitedGalway end strong with a trio of stunning strikes.Lynsey McKey, Amanda Smith, and Ceola Bergin with a long-range beauties. DLR’s Neema Nyangasi replied with a smart finish.🎩 Wexford FC 3–0 Cork CityKylie Murphy bows out in style.A hat trick from the Wexford icon sealed the win in her farewell appearance, bringing down the curtain on a glittering 14-year career.🎉 Waterford FC 3–2 Treaty UnitedWild finish in the RSC.Trailing 2–0 after goals from Bella Flocchini and Madison McGuane, Waterford launched a furious comeback via Meadhbh Doherty, Fiana Bradley, and Ruby Linnane. A gutsy final push in front of their home crowd.👟 In the Spotlight🇮🇪 International Squad NamedJess Ziu and Jamie Finn return to the Irish squad for the Belgium playoffs, while Maria Reynolds and Kelly Brady (LOIW) join the training panel.🏆 Cup Final PreviewAthlone Town v Bohemians – A first-time FAI Women’s Cup winner awaits. Who’ll lift the silverware in Tallaght this Sunday?🙌 Goodbye, LegendsWe pay tribute to retiring icons Aine O’Gorman, Karen Duggan, Kylie Murphy, and Rianna Jarrett – four trailblazers whose impact will echo long after full-time.

Former Irish international Meabh De Burca (@MeabhDeBurca) joins Breifne to dissect a weekend of late goals, spoiled parties, and standout performances across the Women’s Premier Division.⚽ Match Highlights🔴 Peamount United 1–0 Athlone TownChampions Athlone’s unbeaten run is no more.Eleanor Ryan Doyle broke hearts with a late goal to seal all three points in Greenogue and deny the title holders a perfect finish to the season.🔵 Galway United 3–0 Waterford FCA dominant Tribeswomen display.Emma Doherty bagged a brace, and Amanda Smyth added a thunderbolt as Maeve O’Sullivan stood tall in the Waterford goal to keep the score respectable. Galway could easily have had more.🟣 Sligo Rovers 2–3 DLR WavesEnd-to-end action in the Showgrounds!Both teams led, but it was Michelle Doonan’s late strike that gave the Waves a dramatic win. Sligo will look back at a missed penalty with regret.⚫ Treaty United 1–1 BohemiansA scrappy, intense affair at the Market’s Field.Ciara Breslin looked to have handed Treaty a rare win, but a well-placed header from Róisín McGovern salvaged a deserved draw for a dominant Bohs.🟢 Cork City 1–2 Shamrock RoversDrama in Cobh.Aine O'Gorman and Jamie Thompson gave Rovers control, but a Christina Dring hustle goal brought Cork back into it. Maria Reynolds' backpass and red card late on summed up a chaotic end for the hosts.🔴 Shelbourne 2–1 Wexford FCAoibheann Clancy the late show star.After Mackenzie Anthony and Ellen Molloy traded goals, Clancy pounced late to keep the Reds in fine form heading toward the final stretch.📰 Also on the ShowRepublic of Ireland squad: Big decisions await with the announcement due next week.In Her Boots: The next phase of the FAI x Aviva initiative aims to address the female player drop-off at youth level — what needs to happen next?

This week, Breifne and Aaron break down a decisive weekend in the SSE Airtricity Women’s Premier Division as the title race turns sharply in Athlone’s favour, Treaty United fall apart, and the FAI Cup finalists sharpen their blades.⚽ Match Highlights & Talking Points🔵 Athlone Town 2–1 ShelbourneA huge result in the title race!Kelly Brady’s composed finish on the hour mark puts the Midlanders within touching distance of back-to-back titles. Shelbourne’s challenge falls short despite an early breakthrough from Kate Mooney.🔴 Treaty United 0–6 Peamount UnitedThe wheels have truly come off in Limerick.A ruthless Peamount punished a flat Treaty side in front of visiting Canadian investors. The result spelled the end for manager Sean Russell, who departs the club after a once-promising season.Peamount scorers: Sadhbh Doyle (2), Sorcha Melia (2), Ellen Dolan, Ruby Gallagher.🟢 Waterford FC 1–8 Shamrock RoversA scoring spree for the Hoops!Mia Dodd, Aine O’Gorman, and Emily Corbet each netted twice, with Katie O’Reilly and Jaime Thompson also on target. Even a missed penalty from Ella Kelly didn’t slow the momentum.Izzy Walsh had opened the scoring for Waterford early on in a brief moment of hope.⚫ Bohemians 3–2 Sligo RoversEntertaining chaos at Dalymount!Katie Malone’s brace and a late Alannah McEvoy penalty sealed it for the home side.Bohs look sharp ahead of their FAI Cup Final, while Sligo pushed them all the way.🟣 Wexford FC 1–0 Galway UnitedCaptain Kylie Murphy to the rescue.A stoppage-time winner in Ferrycarrig gave Wexford the points and ruled both sides out of the second-place chase.📰 Also on the ShowSean Russell’s departure: What does it mean for Treaty United, and where do they go from here?Canadian investment: What’s next for Treaty’s ownership future?Midweek title decider: Athlone can be crowned champions Wednesday night in Cork – what to expect.FAI Cup Final preview: Early thoughts ahead of Bohs vs Athlone.

This week, @breifneearley and @aaron_c91 dig into a weekend of drama in the LOI Women’s Premier Division — with underdogs fighting hard, rising stars emerging, and a shake-up coming at underage and second-tier level.⚽ Weekend Results Round-UpWaterford FC 1–2 Wexford FCA stunning Ellen Molloy strike helps Wexford edge the South East Derby in a tense affair.Shelbourne 2–0 Treaty UnitedShels controlled the game but were made to work for their goals against a stubborn Treaty side.Galway United 5–0 Cork CityCeola Bergin was at the double as Galway tore through Cork in a dominant display Aoibheann Costello hitting 8 assists in her last three games.Peamount United 4–1 Sligo RoversSligo took the lead, but Peamount roared back with four unanswered — ruthless finishing proving the difference.Shamrock Rovers 2–2 BohemiansThe Hoops led 2–0 but couldn’t hold off an impressive Bohemians comeback, who continue their upward momentum.Athlone Town 3–1 DLR WavesIt took something special to beat Eve Badana’s inspired goalkeeping, but Athlone finally got over the line.🧤 Also on the ShowA new U19/U23/Second Tier structure for the LOI Women’s League is in development — what will it look like, and what does it mean for clubs and pathways?We shine a light on goal-line drama, offside controversies, youth breakthroughs and some goalkeeping masterclasses from this weekend.🎧 Listen now at:👉 finalwhistle.ie/soccer/loi-women-podcast-s5e30