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Phil Egan brings you Wednesday’s Football Daily as the Republic of Ireland squad arrive in Pristina for their Nations League opener against Kosovo
Republic of Ireland Head Coach Heimir Hallgrimsson addresses the media for the first time ahead of a 4-game International Break
Dara O’Shea talks about the teams preparation ahead of the two Israel matches
And Kevin Kilbane shares his thoughts on Seamus Coleman’s absence from the squad
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Matthew Brennan and David Wilson are here to bring you a very special instalment of The Green Scene live from Dublin airport as they are about to embark on their voyage to Kosovo to watch the Republic of Ireland play their first game of the Nations League group stage.
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Eoin Sheahan is joined by former Republic of Ireland International Kevin Kilbane to talk about the Republic of Ireland's upcoming Nations League campaign which sees them take on Kosovo on Thursday, Austria the following Thursday and Israel the two Sundays in between.

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With the FAI Cup final between Athlone and Shelbourne just days away, Kathleen McNamee, Karen Duggan & Scarlett Herron give their thoughts on how the game will go. We also hear from Athlone manager, Lilly Agg & Shelbourne Captain Pearl Slattery. The gang also round-up the weekends WSL action.
You can listen to live commentary of the FAI Cup final between Athlone and Shelbourne on Sunday's Off The Ball on Newstalk, kick-off at Tallaght stadium is at 3.30pm

Former Republic of Ireland midfielder Glenn Whelan joins The Green Scene to reflect on a bruising start to his first head-coach role at Livingston — and the harsh reality of modern football ownership, data-led recruitment, and being judged after just five league games.
Whelan breaks down what went wrong behind the scenes, what he’s learned about “managing up”, and why the experience has only fuelled his desire to get straight back into management.
We also look ahead to the latest Ireland squad: Seamus Coleman’s absence, midfield options alongside Jayson Molumby, what Bosun Lawal can bring if fit, and the challenge of balancing creativity with defensive solidity.
Plus, thoughts on Stephen Bradley’s potential move to Hibs, the League of Ireland title race, and the protests around the upcoming games with Israel.
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