LOI Talk

The LOI Talk Women's Podcast is back! This week we review all the action from the FAI Women's Cup, preview this weekend's Women's Premier Division fixtures and debate our picks for the Top 10 players currently playing in the Women's League of Ireland. Who makes the list and who misses out? ⚽🎙️ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

LOITalk is presented by Jamie Daly who is joined by Jack Kelleher to discuss all of the latest League of Ireland news. This includes the latest transfers, European previews, Premier and First Division analysis, and of course chainsaws! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Recently, we sat down with Colin Edmonds to discuss all things Newbridge Town and the club’s plans ahead of joining the FAI National League which is scheduled to start in September. We talk about the vision behind the club, the work being done off the pitch, the long-term ambitions for football in the region and what supporters can expect from Newbridge Town in the years ahead. A fascinating insight into one of the most talked about new projects in Irish football. ------------------------------------------------------------------ Welcome to LOI Talk — your home for League of Ireland football 🇮🇪⚽️ We cover everything from match previews and reviews to breaking news, transfers, and club analysis across the LOI. Subscribe for regular updates and join a growing community of Irish football fans. 🌍 Website: https://loitalk.com Support LOITalk: https://buymeacoffee.com/loitalk Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The latest episode of the LOI Talk Women's Podcast is here! 🎙️ This week, James is joined by Jason O'Connor to round up all the action from the League of Ireland Women's Premier Division before looking ahead to a huge weekend of cup football. In this episode:⚽ League of Ireland Women's Premier Division Review🏆 All-Island Cup Final Preview🏅 Women's FAI Cup Second Round Preview Who impressed in the league? Who will lift the All-Island Cup? And which teams can book their place in the next round of the Women's FAI Cup? ------------------------------------------------------------------ Welcome to LOI Talk — your home for League of Ireland football 🇮🇪⚽️ We cover everything from match previews and reviews to breaking news, transfers, and club analysis across the LOI. Subscribe for regular updates and join a growing community of Irish football fans. 🌍 Website: https://loitalk.com Support LOITalk: https://buymeacoffee.com/loitalk Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The League of Ireland transfer window is officially open, and there's already plenty to discuss. In this episode of the LOI Talk Podcast, Jack and Jamie react to Ringmahon Rangers decision to concede their FAI Cup tie by giving a walkover to Bohemians. We also look back at the latest action across the League of Ireland before previewing this week's fixtures, discuss some of the transfer rumours and potential deals that could shape the remainder of the season now the transfer window is open, and give our thoughts on the departure of Joey O'Brien as Shelbourne manager. 🎙️ In this episode:• Ringmahon Rangers FAI Cup walkover• League of Ireland review & preview• League of Ireland transfer window discussion• Latest transfer rumours and potential deals• Joey O'Brien's departure from Shelbourne • Barry Robson Interview Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Join us on the latest LOI Talk Women’s Show as we look back on all the key talking points from the Women's Premier Division and assess the latest results in the race for honours. We also preview this weekend's fixtures, discussing the major match-ups, players to watch and what could prove decisive across the league. Plus, we turn our attention to the All-Island Cup semi-finals, breaking down both ties, examining each team's chances and giving our predictions ahead of a huge weekend of knockout football. 🔹 Women's Premier Division review 🔹 Weekend fixture previews 🔹 All-Island Cup semi-final analysis 🔹 Predictions and key talking points ------------------------------------------------------------------ Welcome to LOI Talk — your home for League of Ireland football 🇮🇪⚽️ We cover everything from match previews and reviews to breaking news, transfers, and club analysis across the LOI. Subscribe for regular updates and join a growing community of Irish football fans. 🌍 Website: https://loitalk.com Support LOITalk: https://buymeacoffee.com/loitalk Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jamie and John are joined by Jack Kelleher and Ben Cooley for the 100th episode of LOI Talk and it's an action packed episode to say the least!. We discuss whether multi-purpose stadiums are the future of Irish football and what they could mean for League of Ireland clubs both on and off the pitch. We also review all of the action from the Premier Division and First Division before looking ahead to another huge weekend of fixtures across the league. Also discussed: 💰 Finn Harps' proposed investment and what it could mean for the club's future 🎤John Caulfield and Barry Robson Interviews A huge thank you to everyone who has listened, supported, appeared on, or engaged with LOI Talk over the first 100 episodes. Your support has helped us grow into one of the leading independent voices covering the League of Ireland. ------------------------------------------------------------------ Welcome to LOI Talk — your home for League of Ireland football 🇮🇪⚽️ We cover everything from match previews and reviews to breaking news, transfers, and club analysis across the LOI. Subscribe for regular updates and join a growing community of Irish football fans. 🌍 Website: https://loitalk.com Support LOITalk: https://buymeacoffee.com/loitalk Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this week's Interview , James sit down with Athlone Town goalkeeper Andrew Stuart Trainor for an in-depth chat about life between the posts at his boyhood club. Andrew discusses what it means to represent his local club, reflects on Athlone Town's season so far, and looks ahead to the challenges and opportunities that lie in the second half of the campaign. We also chat about learning from experienced goalkeeper Brendan Clarke, his favourite player growing up, and he picks his ultimate 5-a-side team from players he has shared a dressing room with. A wide-ranging conversation covering football, ambition, memories and life at Athlone Town. ------------------------------------------------------------------ Welcome to LOI Talk — your home for League of Ireland football 🇮🇪⚽️ We cover everything from match previews and reviews to breaking news, transfers, and club analysis across the LOI. Subscribe for regular updates and join a growing community of Irish football fans. 🌍 Website: https://loitalk.com Support LOITalk: https://buymeacoffee.com/loitalk Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this week's episode of the LOI Talk Women's Podcast, James and Mya review a busy week in the Women’s League of Ireland, starting with full review of the All-Island Cup quarter-finals and a review of the FAI Cup preliminary round, plus a look ahead to the opening rounds. We also preview this weekend’s Women’s Premier Division fixtures, discuss Alban Hysa’s appointment as Peamount United manager, and examine the FAI’s bid to bring the UEFA Women’s Champions League Final to Dublin in 2029. ------------------------------------------------------------------ Welcome to LOI Talk — your home for League of Ireland football 🇮🇪⚽️ We cover everything from match previews and reviews to breaking news, transfers, and club analysis across the LOI. Subscribe for regular updates and join a growing community of Irish football fans. 🌍 Website: https://loitalk.com Support LOITalk: https://buymeacoffee.com/loitalk Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In a week where the League Of Ireland is making global headlines thanks to the heroics of Pico Lopes at the World Cup, Jamie and John are joined by Jack Kelleher for this week's episode. The lads reflect on Cape Verde's 0-0 draw against Spain aswell as the performance of Shamrock Rovers Pico Lopes. We also look at some of the stories from the past week including Treaty United and Limerick FC coming together to play under the Limerick FC name for the 2027 season and the Four League of Ireland representatives discovered their opening ties on their European journeys. And we also look back on all the action across the League of Ireland Premier and First Division aswell as looking ahead to this weekends games. All this and much more in this week's episode of LOI Talk! ------------------------------------------------------------------ Welcome to LOI Talk — your home for League of Ireland football 🇮🇪⚽️ We cover everything from match previews and reviews to breaking news, transfers, and club analysis across the LOI. Subscribe for regular updates and join a growing community of Irish football fans. 🌍 Website: https://loitalk.com Support LOITalk: https://buymeacoffee.com/loitalk Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

LOI Talk's Jamie Daly got the chance to talk to Bray Wanderers star Ben McCormack about the season so far aswell as looking ahead to the remainder of the season as Bray Wanderers look to cement their place ata minimum in playoff places. McCormack also speaks about the differences between the standard in the Premier and First Division before giving his prediction to win the World Cup. All this and much more in this special episode of LOI Talk Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The LOI Talk Women’s Podcast is back with another packed episode covering all the latest from Irish women’s football. James and Mya look back on the Republic of Ireland’s unforgettable late comeback victory over the Netherlands before analysing the narrow defeat to France that brought their dreams of automatic qualification to the FIFA Women's to an end. The Girls in Green will now go the playoff route in the attempt to get to Brazil next summer. Attention then turns back to the Women's League of Ireland as we preview all of the action this weekend at the quarter final stages of the All - Island cup. If you’re looking for in-depth coverage of Irish women’s football, match analysis and weekly Women’s LOI discussion, this episode has you covered. 🎙️ Subscribe and LOI Talk on Spotify, Apple Podcasts and wherever you get your podcasts, and follow us for weekly League of Ireland and Republic of Ireland football content. ------------------------------------------------------------------ Welcome to LOI Talk — your home for League of Ireland football 🇮🇪⚽️ We cover everything from match previews and reviews to breaking news, transfers, and club analysis across the LOI. Subscribe for regular updates and join a growing community of Irish football fans. 🌍 Website: https://loitalk.com Support LOITalk: https://buymeacoffee.com/loitalk Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

League Of Ireland action returns this week and Jamie and John are back to look ahead to another weekend of LOI action. We also review The Republic Of Ireland's game against Canada in Montreal which saw a number of LOI players making their respective international debuts. Also in the episode, Jamie and John rank every single League of Ireland fanbase to determine which team has the best fans in the country. James Doyle is joined by Cobh Ramblers star Wilson Waweru to look back at the season so far aswell as looking ahead to the rest of the campaign. 🌍 2026 FIFA World Cup Group Stage Predictions: with the tournament just around the corner, we predict who progresses from each group and who could be set for an early exit. Be sure to follow LOI Talk on Spotify and leave a rating if you enjoy the episode! ⚽🎙️ ------------------------------------------------------------------ Welcome to LOI Talk — your home for League of Ireland football 🇮🇪⚽️ We cover everything from match previews and reviews to breaking news, transfers, and club analysis across the LOI. Subscribe for regular updates and join a growing community of Irish football fans. 🌍 Website: https://loitalk.com Support LOITalk: https://buymeacoffee.com/loitalk Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Recently LOI Talk's Jamie Daly spoke with Cobh Ramblers star Dylan McGlade to look back on the season so far aswell as looking ahead to the second half of the season Differences in playing in Ireland and Australia Playing with Jack Grealish Just how good is Ethan O'Donovan? Ambitions for rest of the season and beyond All this and much more in this exclusive interview on LOI Talk! ------------------------------------------------------------------ Welcome to LOI Talk — your home for League of Ireland football 🇮🇪⚽️ We cover everything from match previews and reviews to breaking news, transfers, and club analysis across the LOI. Subscribe for regular updates and join a growing community of Irish football fans. 🌍 Website: https://loitalk.com Support LOITalk: https://buymeacoffee.com/loitalk Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Tommy Barrett joins LOI Talk for an in-depth discussion on Treaty United's season so far. After reaching the First Division Play-Off Final in 2025, Treaty United have endured a difficult first half of the 2026 campaign and currently sit bottom of the table heading into the summer break. Barrett reflects on the challenges of replacing key departures including Lee Devitt, Lee J Lynch and Karl O'Sullivan, the impact injuries have had on the squad, and why results have failed to match performances at times. We also discuss: ⚽ Treaty's difficult start to the season ⚽ Losing seven starters from the 2025 Play-Off Final side ⚽ Injuries to key players ⚽ Cian Curtis' excellent form ⚽ The importance of confidence and belief ⚽ Areas Treaty United must improve ⚽ The goals for the second half of the season Can Treaty United turn their season around and climb away from the bottom of the First Division table? ------------------------------------------------------------------ Welcome to LOI Talk — your home for League of Ireland football 🇮🇪⚽️ We cover everything from match previews and reviews to breaking news, transfers, and club analysis across the LOI. Subscribe for regular updates and join a growing community of Irish football fans. 🌍 Website: https://loitalk.com Support LOITalk: https://buymeacoffee.com/loitalk Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this week's episode of the LOI Talk Women's Show James and Mya all the major stories making headlines across the Women's League Of Ireland. We react to Lily Agg's appointment as Athlone Town manager, Gary Seery's departure from Peamount United, and the news that broke the internet as Katie McCabe swaps Red for Blue by joining Chelsea. We also take a look at the latest action in the All-Island Cup before previewing the upcoming quarter-final. Subscribe wherever you get your podcasts and follow LOI Talk for the latest coverage of the League of Ireland and Women's Premier Division. ------------------------------------------------------------------ Welcome to LOI Talk — your home for League of Ireland football 🇮🇪⚽️ We cover everything from match previews and reviews to breaking news, transfers, and club analysis across the LOI. Subscribe for regular updates and join a growing community of Irish football fans. 🌍 Website: https://loitalk.com Support LOITalk: https://buymeacoffee.com/loitalk Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

With the League of Ireland entering its summer break, Jamie and John take stock of the 2026 LOI Season so far In this week's episode, we reveal our First Division Team of the Season So Far, discuss the standout performers from the opening half of the campaign, and look at which players were unlucky to miss out. We also take a look back at the biggest stories, surprises and disappointments from the season to date, assess where each club stands heading into the second half of the year, and discuss what could be a crucial summer transfer window across the division. Plus, we preview the Republic of Ireland's upcoming international friendly against Canada and discuss what we want to see from the Boys in Green. We also discuss the draws from the Men's Second Round FAI Cup Draw. 🎙️ Available now on all major podcast platforms. ------------------------------------------------------------------ Welcome to LOI Talk — your home for League of Ireland football 🇮🇪⚽️ We cover everything from match previews and reviews to breaking news, transfers, and club analysis across the LOI. Subscribe for regular updates and join a growing community of Irish football fans. 🎧 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3MwTsgTb6iXUxX2KcaaLLk 🌍 Website: https://loitalk.com Support LOITalk: https://buymeacoffee.com/loitalk #LOI #LeagueOfIreland #IrishFootball #COYBIG #Ireland Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this week’s episode of the LOI Talk Women's Podcast, James and Mya react to the latest Ireland WNT squad announcement ahead of next month’s international fixtures and discuss the biggest talking points from Carla Ward’s selection. We also round up all the action from the Women’s Premier Division, preview this weekend’s All-Island Cup ties and take a look back at the Development League Cup. ------------------------------------------------------------------ Welcome to LOI Talk — your home for League of Ireland football 🇮🇪⚽️ We cover everything from match previews and reviews to breaking news, transfers, and club analysis across the LOI. Subscribe for regular updates and join a growing community of Irish football fans. 🌍 Website: https://loitalk.com Support LOITalk: https://buymeacoffee.com/loitalk Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this week's episode of LOI Talk: Full Review of all the action across the Premier and First Division Interviews with Stephen Bradley, Graham Burke and John Caulfield Preview of Ireland and Qatar And we look ahead to this weekend's fixtures ahead of the summer break All this and much more in this week's episode of LOI Talk! ------------------------------------------------------------------ Welcome to LOI Talk — your home for League of Ireland football 🇮🇪⚽️ We cover everything from match previews and reviews to breaking news, transfers, and club analysis across the LOI. Subscribe for regular updates and join a growing community of Irish football fans. 🌍 Website: https://loitalk.com Support LOITalk: https://buymeacoffee.com/loitalk Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Recently, we sat down with Shane Dunphy to discuss all things CK United and the club’s plans ahead of joining the FAI National League which is scheduled to start in September. We talk about the vision behind the club, the work being done off the pitch, the long-term ambitions for football in the region and what supporters can expect from CK United in the years ahead. A fascinating insight into one of the most talked about new projects in Irish football. ------------------------------------------------------------------ Welcome to LOI Talk — your home for League of Ireland football 🇮🇪⚽️ We cover everything from match previews and reviews to breaking news, transfers, and club analysis across the LOI. Subscribe for regular updates and join a growing community of Irish football fans. 🌍 Website: https://loitalk.com Support LOITalk: https://buymeacoffee.com/loitalk Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this week's Episode of LOI Talk: A Full Review of all the action across the League Of Ireland Premier and First Division John and Jamie react to 4 LOI players making the Ireland squad for friendlies against Qatar and Canada Interviews with Stephen Kenny, Joey O'Brien, Fran Rockett and Jason Abbott And looking ahead to all of this weekend's action All this and much more in this week's episode of LOI Talk! ------------------------------------------------------------------ Welcome to LOI Talk — your home for League of Ireland football 🇮🇪⚽️ We cover everything from match previews and reviews to breaking news, transfers, and club analysis across the LOI. Subscribe for regular updates and join a growing community of Irish football fans. 🌍 Website: https://loitalk.com Support LOITalk: https://buymeacoffee.com/loitalk Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week on the LOI Talk Women's Pod, we review all the latest action from the All Island Cup as the group stages continue to deliver drama, goals, and big performances across the competition. We break down every major result, discuss the standout players and key talking points, and look at what the latest matches mean for the teams involved moving forward. ------------------------------------------------------------------ Welcome to LOI Talk — your home for League of Ireland football 🇮🇪⚽️ We cover everything from match previews and reviews to breaking news, transfers, and club analysis across the LOI. Subscribe for regular updates and join a growing community of Irish football fans. 🌍 Website: https://loitalk.com Support LOITalk: https://buymeacoffee.com/loitalk Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It's been a eventful week in the League of Ireland Premier and First Division and as always Jamie and John are on hand to look back at all the action and major stories across the gameweek aswell as looking ahead to this weekend's action This week A eventful week for Cork City off the pitch Shamrock Rovers show once again why they are the team to beat Premier and First Division Review Show Stephen Bradley, Barry Robson and Hans Mpongo Interviews LOI players make Ireland provisional squad LOI Preview show All this and much more in this week's episode of LOI Talk! ------------------------------------------------------------------ Welcome to LOI Talk — your home for League of Ireland football 🇮🇪⚽️ We cover everything from match previews and reviews to breaking news, transfers, and club analysis across the LOI. Subscribe for regular updates and join a growing community of Irish football fans. 🌍 Website: https://loitalk.com Support LOITalk: https://buymeacoffee.com/loitalk Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this week's episode of the LOI Talk Women's Show, James and Mya look back at all of the action across the women's Premier Division. We have an interview with Galway United women's manager Phil Trill following his sides 2-1 win over Peamount United at Eamonn Deacy Park on Saturday. We also take alook at all the team's early starts to the season as we look ahead to another round of fixtures in the All - Island Cup. ------------------------------------------------------------------ Welcome to LOI Talk — your home for League of Ireland football 🇮🇪⚽️ We cover everything from match previews and reviews to breaking news, transfers, and club analysis across the LOI. Subscribe for regular updates and join a growing community of Irish football fans. 🌍 Website: https://loitalk.com Support LOITalk: https://buymeacoffee.com/loitalk Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jamie and John are back for another episode of LOI Talk as they look back on all 20 games across the bank holiday weekend in the League Of Ireland In This Episode Review of all the action across the Premier and First Division Interviews with Stephen Bradley and Kevin Doherty Ireland squad reaction for Grenada training camp Reaction to Graham Coughlan being announced as new Waterford manager And looking ahead to this week's LOI action All this and much more in this week's episode of LOI Talk! ------------------------------------------------------------------ Welcome to LOI Talk — your home for League of Ireland football 🇮🇪⚽️ We cover everything from match previews and reviews to breaking news, transfers, and club analysis across the LOI. Subscribe for regular updates and join a growing community of Irish football fans. 🌍 Website: https://loitalk.com Support LOITalk: https://buymeacoffee.com/loitalk Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week Jamie and John review all the action across the weekend in the League Of Ireland Premier and First Division aswell as looking ahead to this weekend's games. John is also joined this week by Daniel from the Leanaimid podcast, the only LOI content creator as gaeilge! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this week's episode of the LOI Talk Women's Podcast, James and Mya break down all the latest talking points across the week in Irish football. We start with the big news as Barry Ryan steps down as Cork City Women’s manager, discussing what it means for the club and where they go next. Attention then turns to the international stage as we react to Ireland’s 1-0 win over Poland in their World Cup qualifier, analysing the performance, key moments, and what it means moving forward. We also review the latest action in the LOI Women’s Premier Division, highlighting the standout results and performances, before looking ahead to the upcoming fixtures with our preview and predictions. All that and more in this week’s LOI Talk Women’s Podcast Make sure to follow and rate the podcast to stay up to date with everything in the League of Ireland. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jamie returns for this week's episode of LOI Talk as him and John take alook back at all of the action across the weekend from League Of Ireland Premier and First Division. The lads also discuss who they think has been the Best and Worst signings of the season so far aswell as looking at the opinions of our followers over on X. If you want to let us know your best and worst signings of the window comment them below! And to finish the episode We preview all 10 fixtures happening this weekend across both division Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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

Ireland are up and running in World Cup qualifying after a dramatic 3-2 win away to Poland — and we review it in this week's episode of the LOI Talk Women's Podcast In this episode, we react to a huge night in Gdansk as Carla Ward’s side delivered their first win of the campaign. We analyse the key moments, standout performances from Emily Murphy and Katie McCabe, and where the game was won and nearly lost. We then look ahead to the return fixture at the Aviva Stadium this Saturday, discussing what Ireland need to do differently, how Poland might respond, and what to expect from a crucial clash in the group. We also preview all of Sunday’s Women’s Premier Division action in the League of Ireland, running through the key games, storylines, and what to watch out for across the weekend. All that and more on this week’s episode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

No Jamie this week, so John is joined by Jack Kelleher and James Callan in this episode of LOI Talk, as we break down all the latest from the League of Ireland across both the Premier Division and First Division. We start with the big news as Josh O’Dwyer secures a move to Salzburg, what it means for his development, and how significant a transfer like this is for the League of Ireland pathway. There’s also a closer look at Bohemians and their recent struggles—are they falling short of expectations, and where are things going wrong? We then dive into a full review of the latest results, key performances, and talking points from across the league, before looking ahead to the upcoming fixtures with our preview and predictions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Villa FC are stepping onto the national stage, but this is a club built on far more than just ambition. In this episode, we sit down with Villa FC manager Conor Coade ahead of their entry into the FAI National League this August. From the club’s deep-rooted history in Waterford to their long-term vision for sustainable growth, Conor outlines what this next chapter means — not just for Villa, but for football in the region. We also dive into: Preparations for the 2026 National League season Building a competitive squad The club’s identity and pathway Expectations vs reality in year one Long-term ambitions for Villa FC If you’re interested in the future of Irish football and the clubs driving it forward — this is one to listen to. 🎙️ Available now on all major platforms. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The All-Island Cup is up and running and we’re here to break down everything from the opening weekend. We cover all the key results, standout performances and early talking points from across the competition, including the teams who’ve made a strong start and those already under pressure. Plus, our main takeaways and what it could mean heading into the next round. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

John and Jamie are back this week to review the Easter Double gameweek in the League Of Ireland Premier and First Division aswell as preview this weekends game across the divisions. We also have interviews from Waterford manager Jon Daly following his sides draw with Bohemians on Monday aswell as interviews with Cork City's Seani Maguire and Barry Robson following their 4-2 Munster Derby win over Kerry FC at the Munster FA Turners Cross Stadium. If you enjoy this week's episode make sure to give us a follow, a 5 star review and comment your thoughts on all the action and any questions you have for Jamie or John! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

St Francis FC are one of the founding clubs of the new League of Ireland National League , but what’s the plan behind their entry? In this episode of LOI Talk, we sit down with Vice Chairman David Bergin to explore the vision driving one of Dublin’s most historic community clubs into a new era. From their roots in inner city Dublin to their return to the League of Ireland pathway, Bergin outlines how St Francis are approaching the National League with a clear focus on sustainability, long term growth, and player development. We discuss: The history and identity of St Francis FC Why the National League is the next step for the club The balance between ambition and financial sustainability The role of facilities and community in their growth How success will be measured in the early years Bergin also gives deeper insight into the club’s thinking around recruitment, academy development, and the wider structure of Irish football. 🎙️ A must-listen for anyone interested in the future of the League of Ireland and the new National League. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode of LOI Talk Women's Show, James and Mya break down all the key talking points from gameweek 3 of the League Of Ireland Women's Premier Division, including results, standout performances, and how the table is beginning to take shape early in the season. We also react to the latest Republic of Ireland squad announcement, taking a closer look at the selections ahead of the upcoming games against Poland, who’s in, who’s unlucky to miss out, and what it tells us about the direction of the squad. To round things off, we take a look at the latest Women’s Development League results, highlighting emerging players and the importance of the pathway across the League of Ireland. If you’re following the Women’s League of Ireland, this is your weekly round-up of everything you need to know. 🎧 Available now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts and all major platforms. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Back to normal service resumes on LOI Talk as we break down all the key talking points across the League of Ireland. We start with a full review of last Friday’s First Division action, analysing the standout performances, big results, and what they mean moving forward. We also take a look at Ireland’s friendly clash with North Macedonia, discussing the main takeaways and how the squad is shaping up for the future. Then, attention turns to one of the biggest weeks of the season the Easter double gameweek. We preview all the key fixtures across both the Premier and First Divisions, highlighting where the crucial points could be won and lost in the race for the Premier Division title and the race for playoff spots in the First Division On top of that, we pick out the best defensive units, midfields, and attacking lines in the league right now based on current form. All this and much more in this week's episode of LOI Talk! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

John and Jamie reflect on Ireland's heartbreaking defeat to Czechia last night. The immediate future of the Irish football team is discussed, with an upcoming friendly against North Macedonia. The managers position is debated as well as the criticism of people not supporting their local. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this week’s episode of LOI Talk, we look ahead to a massive night for Irish football as the Republic of Ireland face Czechia in the World Cup playoff semi-final. We preview the game in detail, discussing the key matchups, potential line-ups, and what’s at stake as Ireland aim to take a huge step towards qualification. We also break down all the latest action from the League of Ireland Premier Division and League of Ireland First Division, analysing the biggest results and standout performances across both divisions. Looking ahead, we preview Friday night’s fixtures in the First Division and give our thoughts on how the games could unfold. To round things off, we select our League of Ireland Premier Division Team of the Season so far, highlighting the players who have impressed most in the opening stages of the campaign. Topics include: Ireland vs Czechia World Cup playoff semi-final preview Key players and tactical talking points Full LOI Premier and First Division review Friday First Division preview LOI Premier Division Team of the Season so far All that and more on this week’s episode of LOI Talk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this week’s episode of LOI Talk, Jamie and Jack break down a dramatic double gameweek across the League of Ireland Premier Division and review all the key action from the League of Ireland First Division. We also discuss growing pressure on managers, asking who could be first to face the sack between Tiernan Lynch at Derry City and Jon Daly at Waterford. Including interviews with Barry Robson, Charlie Lyons and Alan Reynolds Topics include: Full review of the Premier Division double gameweek Key results and performances in the First Division The managerial pressure debate at Derry City and Waterford Biggest talking points across the league Full preview of the upcoming weekend fixtures All that and more on this week’s LOI Talk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this week’s episode of LOI Talk, we break down all the key talking points from the latest round of action in the League of Ireland before looking ahead to the upcoming fixtures across the division. We also discuss the four League of Ireland players named in the provisional Republic of Ireland national football team squad ahead of the World Cup playoff semi-final. Do any of them have a genuine chance of making the final squad? Topics include: The biggest results and storylines from the latest LOI games Key matches to watch in the upcoming round of fixtures Which LOI players could break into the Ireland squad The growing impact of the League of Ireland on the national team setup All that and much more in the latest episode of LOI Talk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week on LOI Talk we are joined by Labour TD Duncan Smith for an in-depth conversation about the state and future of Irish football. We discuss the growth of the League of Ireland, the challenges facing clubs across the country, and what role government policy could play in improving facilities, funding and infrastructure within the game. Topics covered include: The rise in popularity of the League of Ireland Investment in stadiums and football infrastructure Government support for Irish football The role of politics in sport development The future growth of the League of Ireland A fascinating discussion about where the domestic game is heading and what needs to happen next for Irish football to continue its progress. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode of LOI Talk we review the Presidents Cup Final as Athlone Town WFC defeated Shelbourne FC Women 1-0 to lift the first trophy of the 2026 season. We break down the key moments from the game, what the result means for both sides heading into the new campaign, and which players impressed. We also preview the opening weekend of the League of Ireland Women's Premier Division with discussion on the major fixtures, teams to watch, and early predictions for the season ahead. Delighted to also be joined by Cobh Rambler's Women's Development League manager Barbara O'Connell to discuss how her side have found the new womens development league Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week on LOI Talk, we break down all the major talking points from the latest round of League of Ireland action. Are St Patrick’s Athletic finally beginning to reflect Stephen Kenny’s identity and style of play? We analyse their recent performances and what it means for their season trajectory. We also discuss the latest drama involving Derry City, Bohs’ impressive showing, and all the key results across the League of Ireland Premier Division. Plus, we look ahead to the upcoming fixtures with our full weekend preview and predictions. If you’re following the League of Ireland, this is your complete weekly review and preview show. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week on LOI Talk, we are joined by former League of Ireland title winner and manager Owen Heary for an in-depth interview. Heary reflects on his decorated playing career with Shelbourne and Bohemians, winning multiple League of Ireland Premier Division titles and competing at the highest level domestically. We also discuss his transition into management, his time in charge of Bohemians, Sligo Rovers and Shelbourne, and the challenges of managing in the League of Ireland. Finally, we get his thoughts on the 2026 League of Ireland season so far, the current standard of the Premier Division, and where the league is heading. If you follow the League of Ireland, this is an exclusive long-form interview with one of the most experienced figures in the modern era of Irish football. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week on the LOI Talk Women's Show, we bring you a full League of Ireland Women’s Premier Division club-by-club preview ahead of the new campaign. We assess every team in the Women’s Premier Division, discussing key players, expectations and where each club could finish this season. We also preview the Presidents Cup clash between Athlone Town and Shelbourne, analysing what it means heading into the 2026 season. Plus, we reveal our Women’s Premier Division table predictions and review the latest results from the Women’s Development League. If you’re following the League of Ireland Women’s season, this is your comprehensive preview ahead of kick-off. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode of LOI Talk, join Jamie and John as they deliver the latest League of Ireland news and analysis across the Premier Division and First Division. We review the weekend’s thrilling action, highlighting standout performances and key results from Irish football’s top tiers. Dive into an in-depth discussion about the Drogheda United vs Dundalk derby incident involving fan trouble, exploring its impact on the league and potential sanctions for Drogheda. Plus, the hosts debate the proposed 12-team expansion of the League of Ireland Premier Division, weighing the pros and cons for both the Premier and First Divisions and what it means for clubs across the league. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode we review the opening weekend of the League of Ireland Women’s Development League and assess the early storylines emerging from the competition. We preview the upcoming All-Island Cup, discuss the format of the tournament and share our thoughts on what it means for the growth of women’s football across the island. We also react to the latest Republic of Ireland Women’s National Team squad announcement and examine what it tells us ahead of the next international window. New episodes every week covering the League of Ireland Women’s Premier Division, Development League and Ireland WNT. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this weeks episode of LOI Talk, John and Jamie review Gameweek 2 of the League of Ireland Premier Division and the opening weekend of the First Division, including post-match reaction from Cork City manager Barry Robson and goalscorer Ruairi Keating. We discuss whether James McClean playing in midfield is becoming a problem for Derry City, examine the improvements to LOI TV this season, and debate which club has the strongest academy in the League of Ireland following this week’s audience question. We finish with a full preview of this weekend’s Premier Division and First Division fixtures. New episodes every Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday covering the League of Ireland Premier,First Division and Women's Premier Division Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

DLR Waves manager Laura Heffernan joins LOI Talk to preview the 2026 Women’s Premier Division season. We discuss squad building, expectations for the year ahead, the development pathway at DLR, and how the league continues to evolve. Subscribe to LOI Talk for weekly League of Ireland coverage across the Premier Division, First Division and Women’s Premier Division. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices