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Subscribe to OTB Daily for the finest selection of podcasts from Ireland's biggest sports network. Everyday we'll supply you with our most interesting interviews, the latest sports news, and the moments that matter from the biggest sports stars and regular voices of OTB. OTB Daily is the home for the Performance Rankings, A Slight Tangent, the Newsround and so much more from across our schedule. You'll get much of our podcasts too in OTB Rugby, OTB GAA and OTB Football. Just search, subscribe, and enjoy.
Episodes
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THE NEWSROUND: Derry win FAI Cup, United leave it late & Ireland get first November win | OTB
Eoin Sheahan, Michael McCarthy and Stephen Doyle are in studio for this Monday's Newsround after a busy weekend of sport. The lads talk about how to deal with the misery of a tough loss, old radio jingles and the big win for Derry City in the Aviva Stadium yesterday as they took home the Club...
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United are the gift that keeps on giving | Derry City triumph | Performance Rankings | OTB BREAKFAST
Colm Boohig, Keith Treacy, Dara Smith Naughton and Matthew Brennan are in studio this morning covering an action packed weekend with Premier League late drama and Derry City crowned as Fai Cup champions. But who willl make Enda’s ’S’ tier this week? Off The Ball Breakfast LIVE weekday mornings…
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The Week on Off The Ball | Remembering Ciara Mageean
Welcome to the latest installment of The Week on Off The Ball, our FREE look back at some of the very best sports coverage from the week that was. Eoin Sheahan and Arthur James O'Dea were on hand to talk you through the best of this week on Off The Ball. If you want to get all this and so much…
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THE RACING POD | The Simpsons take over this week’s pod! | Johnny Ward’s Charity bet
John Duggan and Johnny Ward are back for this week’s Racing Pod, with all the latest racing news, reviews, previews and a bit of craic! The Racing Pod on Off The Ball with William Hill. 18+ | Bet responsibly | http://GamblingCare.ie
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Friday's Papers | Michael Murphy's legacy, Coleman's Hybrid Role with Ireland and Ronaldo's Portugal Retirement | OTB
Colm Boohig joins Shane Hannon on Off The Ball Breakfast to react to Donegal icon Michael Murphy announcing his second inter-county retirement. They reflect on Murphy's historic legacy and his work on the Football Review Committee’s new rules, examine Seamus Coleman joining the Republic of…
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Thursday's Newsround | A day of retirements, Heimir announces Ireland squad, Ireland V Argentina
Eoin Sheahan, Eve Conway, Arthur O'Dea and Dion Fanning bring you Thursday's news headlines from the world of sport on Off the Ball. Cristiano Ronaldo and Michael Murphy both bring storied careers to a close. Heimir Hallgrimsson names his squad for the upcoming games against Austria and Kosovo…
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THE F1 POD w/ Declan Quigley | Chaos at Ferrari | Alex Dunne's future | Kimi WDC!
Eve Conway and Ciara Treacy are joined in studio by Declan Quigley once again to discuss the fall out from the Mexican Grand Prix where Kimi Antonelli became the youngest champion in Formula 1 history. They also discuss the teammate conflict at Ferrari, say farewell to Esteban Ocon, and look…
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Will people EVER respect Arsenal?! | Liverpool defensive issues | MORNING PAPERS
Colm Boohig, Enda Coll & Dara Smith-Naughton run through Thursday morning’s papers, following a stacked night of results in the Champions League. With Amazon.ie, Irish brands at local prices. Start your search at our dedicated and curated ‘Brands of Ireland’ section. Catch The Off The Ball...
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THE NEWSROUND | Farrell names his team for Argentina | Champions League team news | McIlroy on LIV
Eoin Sheahan, Eve Conway, Arthur O'Dea and Eoin Doyle are in for Wednesday’s Newsround, as Andy Farrell has named his side to face Argentina on Friday, and Rory McIlroy has criticised LIV Golf… again. Meanwhile there is the small matter of the Champions League! The Newsround on Off The Ball with...
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IRELAND VS ARGENTINA | Grand Slam Winner Fiona Coghlan | Back Seat Pundits
Back Seat Pundits is back and for our first episode Dara spoke to former Ireland captain and Grand Slam Winner, Fiona Coghlan, to preview the Ireland vs Argentina game this weekend and to look ahead to this leg of the Nations Championship. Back Seat Pundits on Off The Ball is brought to you by...
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“You should buy into the PAGEANTRY” | ALL STARS or Oscars? | The breakfast buffet | OTB BREAKFAST
This week on the Breakfast Buffet Sarah O’Donovan joins Colm Boohig and Enda Coll at the breakfast table. From the glamorous All Stars to the harsh team of the year, the crew discuss the ins and outs of the All Star night and a brief guest appearance of Limerick’s Seamus Flanagan. Are stadiums...
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"How do you sum up that chaotic last 20 minutes?!" | United beat Roma, a break for Carrick? | THE MORNING PAPERS
Colm Boohig, Enda Coll, and Sarah O'Donovan bring you this morning's headlines. Manchester United got their first win in 10, after a barmy 3-2 victory over Roma at Old Trafford. Is this a turning point for Michael Carrick, or is this just a good memory to remember him by? With Amazon.ie, Irish...
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A SLIGHT TANGENT | 'Is Leinster changing how they're doing things?' | Aston Villa vs Jamie Carragher | The best Western of all time?
Eoin Sheahan, Mick McCarthy and Arthur O’Dea are in studio for this week’s A Slight Tangent, looking all things tangential to the biggest sporting stories this week. Have something you want to get off your chest? Email [email protected]!
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THE NEWSROUND | Noel McNamara confirmed as Leo Cullen's successor | Champions League team news
Eoin Sheahan, Eve Conway and Arthur O'Dea are in studio for Tuesday's Newsround as Leinster have confirmed that Noel McNamara will take over from Leo Cullen at the end of the season, while we have live Champions League fixtures to look ahead to tonight. The Newsround on Off The Ball with…
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Brian O'Driscoll - The Next Play: David Gillick on life after athletics | Off The Ball
Welcome back to a brand new episode of The Next Play on Off The Ball where Brian O'Driscoll sits down with legends of Irish sport who have retired their sporting career for something new. In this episode, Brian spoke to former International track and field athlete David Gillick about his…
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“A truly WORLD CLASS athlete” | Ciara Mageean a true inspiration | OTB BREAKFAST
Colm Boohig and Enda Coll are joined alongside Irish Athletics CEO Hamish Adams and Performance Director Paul McNamara to pay a touching tribute to Ciara Mageean. From her time at UCD to Manchester, Ciara always had a smile on her face and truly paved the way for Irish Athletics in both track and...
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'I think CARRICK is GONE BEFORE the international window!' | Coleman's FUTURE & Baird at 6? | MORNING PAPERS | OFF THE BALL BREAKFAST
It’s a packed Off The Ball Breakfast as Colm Boohig, Enda Coll & Dara Smith-Naughton continue to pay tribute to the late Ciara Mageean. Then it’s over to a chaotic Premier League roundup with Barry scoring at St. James' Park, should you have to dive to win a penalty, will Carrick be gone before…
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THE NEWSROUND: Remembering Ciara Mageean | Arsenal top Premier League | TJ Reid retires
Eoin Sheahan, Will O'Callaghan, Michael McCarthy and Arthur O'Dea are in for Monday's Newsround after a big weekend of sport and we pay tribute to Ciara Mageean The Newsround on Off The Ball with Amazon.ie, Irish brands at local prices. Start your search at our dedicated and curated ‘Brands of...
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Ciara Mageean's Running Partner Jip Vastenburg pays tribute to her best friend | OFF THE BALL
Eoin Sheahan is joined by Dutch long distance runner Jip Vastenburg to pay tribute to her former running partner and best friend Ciara Mageean who sadly passed away yesterday morning.
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Remembering Ciara Mageean | "We Were The Lucky Ones" – Ellen Keane on their Friendship, Ciara's bold Humour and her lasting Legacy | OTB
Paralympic champion Ellen Keane joins Eoin Sheahan on Off The Ball to pay a heartfelt tribute to her close friend and former broadcast partner, Ciara Mageean. Ellen reflects on how their bond blossomed while co-hosting Keane and Mageean Unleashed on Off The Ball, sharing memories of Ciara’s bold...
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'A privilege to know her' | Martina McCarthy & Off The Ball pay tribute to Ciara Mageean
Former Olympian and coach, Martina McCarthy joins the show this morning to pay tribute to the late, great Ciara Mageean, who sadly lost her battle with cancer yesterday. Tributes also pour in from OTB's Dara Smith-Naughton, Colm Boohig, and Keith Treacy, as well as thousands from across the...
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REMEMBERING CIARA MAGEEAN | "The Best Of Us On and Off The Track" | OFF THE BALL
The Newsround panel pays tribute to two-time Olympian and European 1500m champion Ciara Mageean following her tragic passing at the age of 34. Athletics journalist Cathal Dennehy joins John Duggan and Shane Hannon to reflect on her historic track achievements, her incredible courage in sharing…
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THE SATURDAY PANEL | ‘He’s SO Leinster!’ | Ronan O’Gara not consulted about the Leinster job | ROY CURTIS & TOMMY MARTIN
This is just part of a much larger conversation, that is available for Off The Ball Members now! Become a member and sign up at offtheball.com/join. Roy Curtis and Tommy Martin join John Duggan in studio for this week’s Saturday Panel. They discuss Ronan O’Gara’s interview in the Irish Times, and...
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SATURDAY’S NEWSROUND | ‘Michael Myers played for the Dallas Coyboys!’ | Halloween-themed sports names?
John Duggan and Shane Hannon were in studio for Saturday’s Newsround, brining you all the latest news and a bit of craic from the world of sport. The pressing question today, though, is: What’s the best Halloween-themed sports name there has been?
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The Week on Off The Ball | Furlong & Carrick get off the hook!
Welcome to the latest installment of The Week on Off The Ball, our FREE look back at some of the very best sports coverage from the week that was. Eoin Sheahan and Arthur James O'Dea were on hand to talk you through the best of this week on Off The Ball - and what a week it was! If you want to…
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THE RACING POD | Billy Lee finally gets his flowers | Champion Apprentice race | Johnny Ward’s Charity bet
John Duggan and Johnny Ward are back for this week’s Racing Pod, with all the latest racing news, reviews, previews and a bit of craic! The Racing Pod on Off The Ball with William Hill. 18+ | Bet responsibly | http://GamblingCare.ie
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Furlong dodges the BULLET! | Carrick at sink or swim for Chelsea | Friday Papers | OTB BREAKFAST
Shane Hannon is in studio this morning bringing the Halloween festivity and by his side are two more Halloween lovers in Dara Smith-Naughton and Enda Coll. Brining you reaction to the disciplinary panel clearing Tadhg Furlong’s foul. Also, ahead of Man Utd vs Chelsea the lads discuss how Michael...
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THE NEWSROUND: All-Stars named | Bemand names XV for South Africa Showdown | The madness of Ref-Cam | OTB
Eoin Sheahan, Arthur O’Dea and Eve Conway are in studio for Thursday's Newsround as the last 16 of the English League Cup comes to an end and it is All-Star announcement day ahead of tomorrow's ceremony. The Newsround on Off The Ball with Amazon.ie, Irish brands at local prices. Start your search...
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2026 Gaelic football All-Stars are HERE! + Statham replacing Carrick!? | Thursday’s Papers | OFF THE BALL BREAKFAST
It’s a packed Off The Ball Breakfast as Meghann Scully, Enda Coll, Matthew Brennan & Dara Smith-Naughton react to the Gaelic football All-Stars: Mayo lead the way with six, there’s a long-overdue Westmeath pick, and plenty of debate over inclusions, omissions, and whether the team should be...
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THE NEWSROUND | McClean and Derry City part ways | Baloucoune and others extend Ulster contracts
Eoin Sheahan, Arthur O’Dea and Stephen Doyle are in studio for Wednesday’s Newsround, as James McClean and Derry City have parted ways, while Ulster announced the contract extensions of Robert Baloucoune, James McNabney and Joe Hopes. Meanwhile, the fallout continues after Arsenal’s defeat to...
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“The fear factor is gone out of the big names” | Fleetwood knock out the Champions | WEDNESDAY’S PAPERS | OTB BREAKFAST
Colm Boohig is back in studio and alongside him is Stuey Byrne, Enda Coll and Matthew Brennan as the lads react to one of the biggest shocks in League Cup history. Off The Ball Breakfast LIVE weekday mornings from 7:30am with Amazon.ie, Irish brands at local prices. Start your search at our...
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THE NEWSROUND | Carrick to stay at Man United | Coleman retirement talk | Ireland's injury woes
Eoin Sheahan, Arthur O’Dea and Eve Conway are in studio for Tuesday’s Newsround, as Michael Carrick will remain Manchester United’s manager, for now. Meanwhile Seamus Coleman has been discussing is potential retirement, and there’s a fresh injury update from the Ireland men’s rugby camp. The...
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THE F1 POD: w/Chris Medland | Can Antonelli claim the title in Mexico? | Cutting the F2 season short
Eve Conway is back to bring you this week's instalment of the F1 Pod. She is joined by Formula 1 broadcaster/journalist Chris Medland and they will discuss all the action at Austin and look ahead to all the action in Mexico City. The F1 Pod on Off The Ball with KitKat | #HaveABreak
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‘Lamine seemed slightly embarrassed’ | Ballon D’or 2026 | Tuesday's Papers | OTB BREAKFAST
Will O’Callaghan is in studio alongside Matthew Brennan, Enda Coll and Dara Smith-Naughton with reaction to last nights Ballon D’or ceremony. Bayern Munichs Harry Kane is the first Englishman since 2001 to win the prestigious award but was the vote correct? Also, with Michael Carrick still in the...
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SUNDAY PAPER REVIEW | Munster's URC Derby Defeat, Carrick's Utd Crisis and GAA/AFL drain | FREE SNIPPET
This is just part of a much larger conversation that is available for Off The Ball Members now! Become a member and sign up at offtheball.com/join. Shane Hannon is joined in studio by Irish Daily Mail rugby writer Hugh Farrelly and former Meath manager Colm O'Rourke to analyze the Sunday sports...
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MARIO ROSENSTOCK | Gift Grub & Me: My life in comedy | Sporting Mount Rushmore | THE SATURDAY PANEL
Mario Rosenstock joins John Duggan for this week’s Saturday Panel, bringing you all the sports stories with a bit of humour thrown in as well! The Saturday Panel on off the ball is brought to you by the Road Safety Authority to remind people this bank holiday weekend that the road is a shared...
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THE CRAPPY QUIZ: “You're hanging in there…. | “You're older than him!” Off The Ball
Mick McCarthy is on hosting duties for this week's scintillating and splenido Crappy Quiz. In the hot seat this week are three cranks from the OTB scrapheap of trivia – Shane Hannon, David Wilson, and Eoin Sheahan. Who will conquer all and reign supreme in this week's Crappy Quiz? The Crappy quiz...
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The Week on Off The Ball | James McClean book reaction, Bruno v Carrick, Dan Sheahan at 8!
Welcome to the latest installment of The Week on Off The Ball, our FREE look back at some of the very best sports coverage from the week that was. Eoin Sheahan and Mick McCarthy were on hand to talk you through the best of this week on Off The Ball - and what a week it was! On the back of James...
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Bournemouth just hammered AC Milan.... AC MILAN! | Morning Papers | OTB Breakfast
Colm Boohig, Shane Hannon & Enda Coll run through the morning papers, following a busy night in the Europa League. With Amazon.ie, Irish brands at local prices. Start your search at our dedicated and curated ‘Brands of Ireland’ section. Catch The Off The Ball Breakfast show LIVE weekday mornings...
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The Racing Pod: A Father Ted approach to racing? | The finale of the flats season | Weather threatens meetings
John Duggan and Johnny Ward are back for another episode of the racing pod as they preview all the action ahead of the weekend, provided the storm doesn't effect the courses! They also review the flats season which ended with Ascot last weekend. The Racing Pod on Off The Ball is brought to you by...
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THE NEWSROUND: Sheehan to start at 8 | Scott Bemand names squad | Europa League latest | OTB
Eoin Sheahan is joined by Eve Conway and Dion Fanning in studio for Thursday’s Newsround. Tune in as they round up all the sporting news from today. The Newsround on Off The Ball with Amazon.ie, Irish brands at local prices. Start your search at our dedicated and curated ‘Brands of Ireland’ section.
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Katie McCabe: From Ireland's youngest ever captain to qualifying for the World Cup | Inner Drive
Republic of Ireland captain Katie McCabe joins Colm Boohig in our most recent edition of Inner Drive, to take us through the journey from playing on the streets, to working five days a week in Nando’s, to Ballon d’Or nomination and a new chapter at Chelsea. Katie chats about growing up a Chelsea...
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Róisín Upton: 'The Olympics is always at the back of your mind ' | Limerick Person of the Year | OTB
Returned from the World Cup, Irish hockey legend and Olympian Róisín Upton joined Rachel in the studio to recap the tournament, it's gruelling schedule and how we are closing the gap on the top teams. Róisín is back playing hockey in Limerick where it all began, are there hopes for LA 2028?
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Bruno turns on Carrick as MUFC are embarrassed AGAIN! | Thursday’s Papers | OFF THE BALL BREAKFAST
It's Colm Boohig, Enda Coll, Dara Smith-Naughton & Matthew Brennan for some pure reaction after Como smashed Manchester United 4-1 - and the big question is simple: where do they go from here? We get into whether Michael Carrick is finished, what happens next with Bournemouth (and a brutal run of...
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THE NEWSROUND: Farrell names November Squad | PFA TOTY announced | United losing in Como | OTB
Eoin Sheahan, Eoin Doyle and Eve Conway are in studio for Wednesday's Newsround, as the Champions League action continues with Arsenal, Manchester United and Real Betis in action The Newsround on Off The Ball with Amazon.ie, Irish brands at local prices. Start your search at our dedicated and...
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Lara Gillespie on why 'you have to be brave to win’, after World Championship success! | OFF THE BALL BREAKFAST
Fresh off another rainbow jersey, Lara Gillespie joins Off The Ball Breakfast live from a stormy Wicklow after winning the 25km points race at the UCI World Track Championships in Shanghai. She breaks down the tactics behind the win: sprint maths, lap gains, when to take risks, and the brutal...
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PSG dazzle, Rovers or Bohs on TV & Allen’s raw interview… | Morning Papers | OFF THE BALL BREAKFAST
Colm Boohig, Enda Coll, Meghann Scully & Matthew Brennan bring you ALL of the latest from the world of sport, and there’s only one place to start: a Champions League night that was absolute chaos in the best way possible. They relive PSG 4-2 Barcelona, from the ridiculous high line to Lamine...
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THE BREAKFAST BUFFET | Who does horse racing events the best? | Two-team allegiances
The Breakfast Buffet is back with a bang as Colm Boohig, Meghann Scully, Enda Coll & Matthew Brennan chat horse racing & supporting two teams in the same sport. With Amazon.ie, Irish brands at local prices. Start your search at our dedicated and curated ‘Brands of Ireland’ section. Catch The Off...
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A SLIGHT TANGENT | ‘A loveable team is very different to a likeable team!’ | AFL poaching Gaelic Footballers
Eoin Sheahan, Mick McCarthy, Arthur O’Dea and Tommy Rooney are in studio for this week’s A Slight Tangent, looking all things tangential to the biggest sporting stories this week. Have something you want to get off your chest? Email [email protected]!
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THE NEWSROUND | Ten Hag hits out at Man United | St Pat’s title challenge all but over | Nankivell’s new contract
Eoin Sheahan, Arthur O’Dea and Eve Conway are in studio for Thursday's Newsround, as Erik Ten Hag has hot out at Manchester United, and St Pat’s League of Ireland title challenge is all but over. Meanwhile there is the small matter of LIVE Champions League action tonight! The Newsround on Off The...
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Subscribe to OTB Daily for the finest selection of podcasts from Ireland's biggest sports network. Everyday we'll supply you with our most interesting interviews, the latest sports news, and the moments that matter from the biggest sports stars and regular voices of OTB. OTB Daily is the home for the Performance Rankings, A Slight Tangent, the Newsround and so much more from across our schedule. You'll get much of our podcasts too in OTB Rugby, OTB GAA and OTB Football. Just search, subscribe, and enjoy.
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