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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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The LOI Pod on Off The Ball.
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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Ger Gilroy, Colm Boohig & Dara Smith-Naughton take you through the morning’s biggest stories, following ANOTHER loss for Liam Rosenior’s Chelsea & relegation to League One for Leicester City - a mere decade after lifting the Premier League title…

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Join Matthew Brennan, David Wilson and Ben Symes on this week’s episode of the Green Scene, your one-stop shop for all things Irish football.
The trio begin with speaking about Troy Parrott’s Dutch Cup success with AZ Alkmaar at the weekend, and where he could end up next.
The lads sit down with Oisin McEntee, Hearts’ midfielder and one of the standout players in the Scottish Premiership this season.
McEntee speaks about his own journey, from trialling at Manchester United against Brooklyn Beckham to playing alongside Troy Parrott with Ireland underage teams and Belvedere.
The Cavan native speaks about his Gaelic football background, the influence of new manager Derek McInnes and what it is like to score at Celtic Park.
The lads then chat about some of the best of the Irish abroad as Andrew Omobamidele continues his good form in France, and who could find themselves in an Ireland squad next month.
There is debate around whether Brian Barry Murphy and Robbie Keane could eventually become Ireland head coaches and they end with getting to some of the listener comments from last week.
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Phil Egan brings you Monday’s Football Daily with focus on the Premier League and some EFL storylines.
West Ham earn a valuable point away at Crystal Palace, increasing their gap from the relegation zone.
Wolves are officially relegated from the Premier League after their goalless draw.
Nuno Espirito Santo warns West Ham cannot relax with five games remaining.
Crystal Palace continue balancing domestic fixtures with an upcoming Conference League semi-final.
Oliver Glasner expresses confidence in managing both league and European commitments.
Tottenham sit two points from safety despite appointing Roberto De Zerbi.
Tim Sherwood questions whether De Zerbi would stay if Spurs are relegated.
Discussion from the Football Show examines Arsenal’s title chances after facing Manchester City.
Debate continues over a controversial non-red-card decision involving Gabriel.
Jonathan Wilson compares Pep Guardiola’s dominance to Steve Davis’ snooker success in the 1980s.
Panelists discuss Bournemouth boss Andoni Iraola’s future amid growing interest.
Chelsea travel to Brighton seeking to revive Champions League qualification hopes.
Brighton aim to leapfrog Chelsea, while both managers highlight pressure and atmosphere at the Amex.
Championship and promotion/relegation drama includes Coventry chasing the title and Leicester facing possible drop to League One.
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