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On Thursday's Football Daily, Phil Egan brings you news from the Premier League, the Championship, the League of Ireland and the international game.
Manchester City move top of the Premier League with a narrow win over Burnley FC
Erling Haaland scores early to seal a crucial three points in the title race
Pep Guardiola admits it was a tough test at Turf Moor despite victory
City edge ahead of Arsenal FC on goal difference in a razor-tight race
Burnley relegated as Scott Parker expresses pride despite drop
Late drama as Sean Longstaff rescues a point for Leeds United
Daniel Farke confident Leeds have done enough to secure survival
Controversy for AFC Bournemouth as Andoni Iraola fumes over late equaliser
Chelsea FC sack Liam Rosenior after just 106 days in charge
Iraola emerges as leading contender for the Chelsea job amid managerial uncertainty
Pep Guardiola criticises Chelsea’s instability and backs Rosenior
Jimmy Floyd Hasselbaink says players must share blame for Chelsea’s poor form
Championship promotion race heats up as Ipswich Town boost automatic hopes
League of Ireland Premier Division preview: St Patrick’s Athletic vs Bohemians live from Richmond Park
Focus on Shamrock Rovers and impact of James McClean
Scottish Premiership returns with Heart of Midlothian FC chasing the title
James Forrest signs new deal with Celtic FC
Political controversy as Donald Trump reportedly pushes to replace Iran national football team with Italy national football team at the World Cup.
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Listen to live League of Ireland commentary this Friday night as St. Patrick's Athletic do battle with Bohemians in a Dublin Derby at Richmond Park.
Stephen Doyle will be joined in the gantry by Richie Towell, and you will be able to hear live and exclusive commentary on Off The Ball on Newstalk and the GoLoud App from 7 o'clock.

Former Ireland footballer Aine O’Gorman spoke to Rachel Sheehan about the Aviva In Her Boots programme and its importance for rural clubs.
In her Boots is on Off The Ball with Aviva Ireland.

Ger Gilroy, Colm Boohig, Dara Smith-Naughton & Matthew Brennan bring you up to date with all of the goings-on in the world of sport the morning after Man City went top (just) and Leeds all but secured Premier League football for next season!

Outside of all the REAL sporting news, Ger delivers some horrible news to Matthew about a missed email regarding a ticket to Ireland heart-breaking loss to Czechia - prompting a walk-off live on air…

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Stephen Doyle is joined this week by the usual suspects, Gareth McGlynn and Vinny Perth, to talk all things League of Ireland.
The lads get into debate about the blight of the timewasting goalkeeper, and how best to punish teams who partake in it.
Bohemians goal-scoring struggles continue to harm their campaign but was there positive signs last time out at Tallaght Stadium?
St. Patrick's Athletic continue their positive trajectory, but can they keep tabs with an in-form Shamrock Rovers’ side?
And with Derry City set to begin life at Celtic Park this weekend, will Tiernan Lynch’s side be able to get the ball on the deck and finally turn their season around?
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Listen to live League of Ireland commentary this Friday night as St. Patrick's Athletic do battle with Bohemians in a Dublin Derby at Richmond Park.
Stephen Doyle will be joined in the gantry by Richie Towell, and you will be able to hear live and exclusive commentary on Off The Ball on Newstalk and the GoLoud App from 7 o'clock.

Phil Egan brings you Wednesday’s Football Daily with the latest stories from England, Scotland and international football.
Chelsea’s poor run continues with a fifth straight Premier League defeat without scoring.
Liam Rosenior admits he is struggling to keep defending his players after the 3-0 loss to Brighton.
Brighton move up to sixth in the table and strengthen their European hopes.
Manchester City can move level with Arsenal if they beat Burnley at Turf Moor.
Pep Guardiola says there is no room for mistakes with six games remaining.
Burnley face relegation if they lose, with Scott Parker acknowledging the reality.
Bournemouth’s European push continues, though Andoni Iraola plays down their chances.
Leeds focus on survival as Daniel Farke insists the FA Cup semi-final is not a distraction.
Leicester City relegated to League One, ten years after winning the Premier League.
Gary Rowett calls for an in-depth review following Leicester’s dramatic decline.
Coventry City secure the Championship title with promotion battles still ongoing.
Hearts aim for a first Scottish Premiership title since 1960 with Oisin McEntee central to their success.
Republic of Ireland women in a strong position for a favourable World Cup playoff draw.
Denise O’Sullivan praised after standout performances in Ireland’s recent wins.
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