Meath FC: The New Club Aiming for the League of Ireland

In this episode, we were delighted sit down with the chairman of Meath FC Mark Jacob aswell as PRO & Communications manager Ger Lynch to talk about their new project which was only officially launched 2 years ago! We go inside the story of how the idea for Meath FC came about, what inspired its creation, and the long-term vision to build a club capable of joining the League of Ireland pyramid in the coming years. This is a deep dive into grassroots ambition in Irish football — from the early discussions and structure being put in place, to the challenges ahead and what it will take to turn a new club into a sustainable presence in the national football landscape. A fascinating insight into the very beginning of a project that could shape part of the future football scene in Ireland. If you're interested in Irish football, club development, or the League of Ireland system, this is one not to miss. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices