FOOTBALL DAILY: Ireland begin WC qualifying against the French, Leavy strikes late to delight St. Pats, and the Iranian women's national team make a stand

On Tuesday's Football Daily, Phil Egan brings you news from the women's game, the League of Ireland and the Premier League.Ireland kick off their 2027 World Cup qualifying campaign as Carla Ward’s side host France at Tallaght Stadium.Team news and selection dilemmas, with Katie McCabe and Denise O’Sullivan among the experienced names expected to feature.Controversy surrounds Jasmine Mander’s coaching appointment following her previous FIFA ban.Live commentary details as Stephen Doyle and Olivia O’Toole bring you full coverage on Off The Ball.Reaction from Richmond Park as Kian Leavy’s late strike seals a 1-0 win for St. Patrick’s Athletic over Galway United.Premier League build-up as Wolves host Liverpool in a huge clash at Molineux.Brentford eye European qualification while Bournemouth search for answers.Relegation battle latest as Burnley travel to Everton with survival hopes hanging in the balance.Leeds and Brighton updates, including Danny Welbeck’s contract extension.Championship check-in as Middlesbrough strengthen their promotion push.Injury concern for Kylian Mbappé as Real Madrid await further updates ahead of a crucial run-in.Become a member and sign up at offtheball.com/join