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LOI Central

LOI Central
League Of Ireland
Shamrock Rovers
Derry City
Galway United
St. Patrick's Athletic
FAI Cup
Dundalk
Sligo Rovers
Cork City
Shelbourne
Damien Duff
Shelburne
Football Management
FAI
Bohs
Shelbourne FC
Dundalk FC
Drogheda United
Waterford FC
European Football

#LOICentral is a podcast with opinion, analysis and interviews on all the latest happenings in the League of Ireland, hosted by Johnny Ward & Dan McDonnell

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Latest Episodes

The lads are back in Oliver for a hectic show that might just be as breathless as the remainder of the League of Ireland season. Aside from fiscal and physical fears, Johnny is on board with the apparent Pat’s rebirth and Bohs momentum while Rovers q... more

Dan is back in Oliver this week but with a twist as Paul O’Hehir joins us with Johnny off in London, searching for a town centre he can eventually take over with his aul lads WhatsApp group. With the help of some Alan Reynolds audio, the lads pick ov... more

Where there's a Will, there's a way. Dan and Johnny relocate to a stadium in Dublin 4 this week to catch up with the League of Ireland Academy Director to chat about the state of play post government investment and what needs to happen next to make e... more

We are back in the familiar setting of Oliver Marketing to pick over the week that was without needing a wifi connection. The lads discuss the low key vibe around a huge Shamrock Rovers game, the implications for the idea of a title race and the ques... more

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Recent Guests

Will Clarke
Academy Director/Head of Coaching
League of Ireland Academy program (as discussed)
Episode: S10E29 Will Clarke Chat, Waterford Wonders & The Week That Was
Mark Connolly
Former player featured in a live interview
Dundalk FC / Galway United?
Episode: S10E28 Return to Oliver, National League Launch & Galway in Europe?
Tommy Lonergan
Soccer Writers Player of the Month, guest on episode
Bohemian FC (Bowes)
Episode: S10E26 with Owen Heary and Tommy Lonergan
Owen Heary
Former player and guest on show
Episode: S10E22: Rovers, Russell & Manager Chat with Owen Heary
Garry Buckley
Former footballer, retirement interview
Cork City / LOI
Episode: S10E21 Rovers Review & Garry Buckley Chat
Keith Long
Former Bohemians manager, provided a testimonial clip about Pico
Bohemians FC (via clip)
Episode: S10E20: Shels Shock, Pico's Journey & Weekend Reaction
Stephen McPhail
Former Irish international, provided a testimonial clip about Pico
Football career, LOI connections
Episode: S10E20: Shels Shock, Pico's Journey & Weekend Reaction
Robbie Benson
Former LOI player, Dundalk legend, currently transitioning careers
Former Dundalk player, Flutter trainer
Episode: S10E16 with Robbie Benson
Paul O'Hehir
Former LOI player and veteran pundit
LOI community
Episode: S10E16 with Robbie Benson

Hosts

Johnny Ward
Host of LOI Central, involved in LOI coverage and studio banter across episodes
Dan McDonnell
Co-host and host of LOI Central, provides journalistic and analytical take on LOI topics

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 521 ratings
  • NY LOI

    Love the podcast lads, living in NY and have not missed a podcast since ye started. Ye have had some great guests on the show with brilliant interviews. One man that i would love to hear on the show is Pat Dolan, he comes up on yer show a lot and I’m sure he has a lot to tell from his time in the league . Hoping ye can pull it off !!!!!!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Toffee4Life
    United Statesa year ago
  • FANtastic football pod

    Love this show. John and Dan have great chemistry and obvious respect for each other. Nearly always objective ;-). Never miss it.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Spiderman80884
    Irelanda year ago
  • Great show just need to lay off the political statements

    Great bunch of lads who have a real genuine love of the LOI. Very informative and to the point. Also the chemistry of the two is brilliant, they’ll defo come to blows some day but make up quickly.

    At the same time I don’t know if Johnnys been hanging around Hugh Cahill too much or what but leave the personal opinions on politics to one side. We’ve to hear enough from the likes of Cahill on RTE so we could do without that on here.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Pedro_33
    Ireland2 years ago
  • Essential listening

    Best Irish football pod in the country

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Fig800
    Ireland3 years ago
  • Keeps me up to date

    Enjoyable & informative listen.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    AndyMc25
    Ireland3 years ago

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Show keeps fans up-to-date and entertained, with strong fan engagement
Listeners praise chemistry and informed discussions between hosts
Guests consistently provide high-quality LOI insights and diverse perspectives

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#50
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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

S10E29 Will Clarke Chat, Waterford Wonders & The Week That Was
Q: Can you explain how the government-funded academy directors and coaching roles are progressing and what this means for the future of Irish football?
Will Clarke describes it as a significant step forward, funding for full-time academy directors and heads of coaching, intended to rectify long-standing gaps in Irish football development and to build a sustainable model over the next five to ten years.
S01E24 Memory Lane with McMillan & Bit’O’Betty’s New Manager
Q: What was it like to experience the peak of your career during the Tala night in Tala?
McMillan describes the night as magical and unforgettable, with a vibrant crowd and a roller-coaster atmosphere that encapsulated the height of that season for him and his teammates.
S10E22: Rovers, Russell & Manager Chat with Owen Heary
Q: What does Owen Heary think about John Russell's appointment at Shelbourne?
Heary notes that Russell is a proven coach and discusses the tough environment at Shelbourne, acknowledging the club's high expectations and the difficulty of succeeding there after previous managerial changes.
S10E16 with Robbie Benson
Q: What is Robbie Benson doing after retiring from professional football?
He transitioned into a football trainer role with Flutter, leveraging his experience in football while applying it to a different professional environment.
S10E16 with Robbie Benson
Q: What was the key to Stephen Kenny's management during Dundalk's golden era?
The key was his ability to hold the squad together, manage a small group effectively, and generate a winning culture through consistent leadership and smart squad rotation.

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Frequently Asked Questions About LOI Central

What is LOI Central about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A lively, opinionated sports show focused on the League of Ireland, with regular deep-dives into teams, European campaigns, and the broader Irish football landscape. Listeners get a mix of tactical analysis, behind-the-scenes club dynamics, transfer chatter, and banter between two hosts who balance passion with insight. Noteworthy are wide-ranging guest interviews from players, managers, pundits, and journalists, plus a recurring mailbag that reflects fan engagement and sponsorship integration. The format likely appeals to LOI fans who want candid discussion, current-season context, and personal anecdotes from the game's insider community.

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Which podcasts are similar to LOI Central?

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1. Between the Stripes LOI podcast
2. OTB Football
3. Indo Sport
4. RTÉ Soccer Podcast
5. The Second Captains Podcast

How many episodes of LOI Central are there?

LOI Central launched 10 years ago and published 423 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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Recent guests on LOI Central include:

1. Will Clarke
2. Mark Connolly
3. Tommy Lonergan
4. Owen Heary
5. Garry Buckley
6. Keith Long
7. Stephen McPhail
8. Robbie Benson

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