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Daniel Lambert joins Eoin Sheahan and Eoin Doyle on the line to give his reaction to the UEFA Nations League draw which saw Ireland drawn in the same group as Israel for the 2026 edition of the competition. Daniel Lambert and Bohemians proposed a motion that the FAI brought forward for Israel to be banned from European competitions, however that was not passed by UEFA.

On Thursday's Football Daily, Phil Egan brings you the latest as Nottingham Forest are on the hunt for another new manager, Jim Ratcliffe's inflammatory comments and Ireland to find out their Nations League fate.
Sean Dyche is sacked by Nottingham Forest after just four months in charge following a frustrating 0-0 draw with Wolves, with owner Evangelos Marinakis now searching for a fourth manager of the season.
Former Wolves boss Vitor Pereira emerges as a leading candidate to replace Dyche, having previously worked successfully under Marinakis at Olympiacos.
Keith Treacy reflects on Dyche’s departure on Off The Ball Breakfast, admitting the timing may not come as a major surprise.
Manchester City close the gap to three points at the top after a dominant 3-0 win over Fulham, with Pep Guardiola sensing belief growing in his squad.
Arsenal face a tricky London derby against Brentford as Mikel Arteta’s side aim to stretch their lead, while Igor Thiago looks to continue his red-hot scoring form.
Liverpool edge Sunderland 1-0 to end their unbeaten home run, while Aston Villa and Burnley both secure crucial Premier League victories.
Jim Ratcliffe’s controversial comments on immigration draw criticism from UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer, with Henry Winter discussing the fallout on OTB Breakfast.
The Republic of Ireland await their Nations League League B draw, with potential heavyweight clashes ahead and major implications for Euro 2028 qualification.
A full breakdown of how Euro 2028 qualification will work for co-hosts Ireland, England, Scotland and Wales — and what safety nets are in place.
LOI Pod reviews the opening week of the League of Ireland season, spotlighting Shelbourne’s Jack Henry-Francis as a potential breakout star.
Celtic leave it late as Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain scores a dramatic debut winner, while Rangers drop points in the Scottish Premiership title race.
Thomas Tuchel commits his future to England through to Euro 2028, ending speculation linking him with a Premier League return.
This week our live League of Ireland commentary comes from a sold-out Tolka Park as the 2024 champions Shelbourne, welcome 2025 champions Shamrock Rovers across the Liffey.
Jonathan Higgins will be joined by Richie Towell in the gantry and you will be able to hear live and exclusive commentary on Off The Ball on your radios from 7 and on the GoLoud App.'
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Ahead of the advent of the First Division on Friday, Kerry FC star Sean McGrath sat down with our own Odhrán Johnson and spoke about the building on the good year of 2025, and ambitions for 2026.
This week our live League of Ireland commentary comes from a sold-out Tolka Park as the 2024 champions Shelbourne, welcome 2025 champions Shamrock Rovers across the Liffey.
Jonathan Higgins will be joined by Richie Towell in the gantry and you will be able to hear live and exclusive commentary on Off The Ball on your radios from 7 and on the GoLoud App
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Bray Wanderers head coach Paul Heffernan sat down with our own Stephen Doyle and spoke about the growth of the league, the increase in popularity, and developing players for the future.
This week our live League of Ireland commentary comes from a sold-out Tolka Park as the 2024 champions Shelbourne, welcome 2025 champions Shamrock Rovers across the Liffey.
Jonathan Higgins will be joined by Richie Towell in the gantry and you will be able to hear live and exclusive commentary on Off The Ball on your radios from 7 and on the GoLoud App
Become a member and sign up at offtheball.com/join