Rephonic
Artwork for RTÉ Soccer Podcast

RTÉ Soccer Podcast

RTÉ Sport
League Of Ireland
Shamrock Rovers
FAI Cup
Derry City
Euro 2024
Champions League
Shelbourne
Bohemians
Ireland
England
Ireland National Team
Shelburne
Ireland National Football Team
Athlone Town
Women's Premier Division
John O'shea
Drogheda United
Sligo Rovers
France
FAI

All the latest soccer news from Raf Diallo and the RTÉ Sport team - covering UEFA EURO 2024, the League of Ireland, and Ireland's international football sides.

PublishesTwice weeklyEpisodes103Founded8 years ago
Number of ListenersCategories
SoccerSports

Listen to this Podcast

Artwork for RTÉ Soccer Podcast

Latest Episodes

Keith Treacy and Alan Cawley join Raf Diallo on the RTÉ Soccer Podcast to discuss the latest from the World Cup and the upcoming last-32 ties, before delving into the League of Ireland, including Shelbourne's hunt for a new manager.

See omnystudio.c... more

Ray Houghton, Kenny Cunningham and Alan Cawley join Raf Diallo to chat through the latest from the World Cup group stages and start projecting ahead to the impending knockout stages.

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

YouTube

Stephen Kelly and Keith Treacy join Raf Diallo to chat through the lates action from the 2026 World Cup and the games to come, while Keith also reviews last Friday's League of Ireland action and reacts to the draw European draw for the four LOI clubs... more

YouTube

Shelbourne's Rachel Graham joins Raf Diallo to react to the Republic of Ireland's Women's World Cup play-off draw which pits them against Kazakhstan and then either familiar foes Poland or Belgium.

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information... more

YouTube

Key Facts

Accepts Guests
Contact Information
Podcast Host
Number of Listeners
Find out how many people listen to this podcast per episode and each month.

Similar Podcasts

People also subscribe to these shows.

OTB Football
OTB FootballOTB Sports
Indo Sport
Indo SportIrish Independent
LOI Central
LOI CentralLOI Central

Recent Guests

Tim Vickery
South American football expert
Independent football analyst
Episode: An overlong Argentina victory lap and Brazil whack-a-mole? | Tim Vickery's South American view
Karl Ward
Coach/analyst guest featured in interview segment
Ireland Women's national team staff
Episode: 'We can do this' - Can Ireland take Dutch courage to Grenoble and shock France too?
Courtney Brosnan
Ireland Women's goalkeeper, featured in on-site discussion
Ireland Women's team
Episode: 'We can do this' - Can Ireland take Dutch courage to Grenoble and shock France too?
Alan Cawley
Former Ireland international and RTÉ Soccer commentator
RTÉ Soccer
Episode: World Cup wild horses, Kenny Cunningham's 2002 nostalgia trip and Ireland's missed opportunity?
Kenny Cunningham
Former Ireland international and analyst on Irish football
RTÉ Soccer
Episode: World Cup wild horses, Kenny Cunningham's 2002 nostalgia trip and Ireland's missed opportunity?
Rachel Graham Shelburne
RTÉ sports presenter joining for women's football discussion
RTÉ Sport
Episode: A 'great addition' for Ireland and LOI reaction
Keith Treacy
Former Ireland international footballer
RTÉ analyst
Episode: Pivotal Poland Preview, Jack's Back and the Dublin Derby
Barry Murphy
Sports broadcaster and pundit
RTÉ
Episode: Pivotal Poland Preview, Jack's Back and the Dublin Derby
Raf Diallo
RTÉ on-ground reporter
RTÉ Sport
Episode: 'We should have won that game!' | Memories of 2009

Host

Raf Diallo
Host of RTÉ Soccer Podcast; RTÉ Sport

Reviews

4.4 out of 5 stars from 94 ratings
  • New look

    I like Alan the new temp. presenter. Much better flow to the show and good questions based on his knowledge. Keep him please!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Mooneym
    Ireland4 months ago
  • Often a hard slog

    Raf’s great - he deserves to have much better analysts / contributors alongside.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Uusikylä
    Finlanda year ago
  • Very good

    This had so much information thank you

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    hejgjfhfchdvgsgfsvfwzusgtx
    United States2 years ago
  • Great show!

    Great show guys! I’m currently living in Australia (miss heading to Richmond Park on a match night) and this is a great way to keep up to date on what’s happening in the leagues!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Ian Downunder
    Australia5 years ago
  • Disrespect for the FAI Cup??!!

    Put me right here. This is an RTE podcast right? How can an RTE pundit point the finger at a). either Bohs or Waterford b). The legitimate sponsors of non-top flight football or c). Anyone involved in LOI football? RTE - people in glasshouses don’t throw stones! You provide little or no support for local football, get off your high horse.

    Such disrespect towards other clubs, so unnecessary and so low, absolutely ashamed of hearing so-called Irish football fans/pundits whatever, talk about other... more

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Son of Mick
    Ireland7 years ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Guest diversity provides broad Irish football perspectives.
Viewers praise the mix of domestic LOI and national team topics.
Hosts bring strong knowledge and thoughtful questions.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Apple Podcasts
#241
Australia/Sports/Soccer
Apple Podcasts
#27
Ireland/Sports/Soccer
Apple Podcasts
#82
Russia/Sports/Soccer
Apple Podcasts
#100
Ireland/Sports
Apple Podcasts
#171
China/Sports/Soccer
Apple Podcasts
#198
South Africa/Sports/Soccer

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Pick your play-off poison for Ireland and Lily Agg era begins at Athlone Town
Q: How does Carla Ward view the travel and preparation for facing Kazakhstan in October?
Ward suggests that travel time will be a major factor but notes that Ireland should manage the two-legged tie by leveraging home advantage and maintaining momentum, with focus on tactical discipline and fitness to handle the long trips.
Stephen Bradley's Pico insights, one Ireland call-up concern, World Cup wrap and LOI review
Q: What changes do you see in modern management compared to older styles?
The evolution is toward listening, building relationships, and trusting players to act in the team's best interests, which has helped players like Pico grow into leadership roles while sustaining performance.
Stephen Bradley's Pico insights, one Ireland call-up concern, World Cup wrap and LOI review
Q: How have you managed Pico's travel and workload given the distances involved?
Management has prioritized protecting his training load, sometimes training him less intensively, and ensuring he can recover properly between fixtures, balancing club and international duties.
Stephen Bradley's Pico insights, one Ireland call-up concern, World Cup wrap and LOI review
Q: Just how much buzz has there been around Pico Lopes with the World Cup on the horizon?
There has been a huge buzz around Pico, not just as a player but as a leader and representative of Shamrock Rovers, with the club celebrating his role and players/staff staying connected to support him through this period.
Celtic Park residency, Arsenal's two semis and the May squad
Q: How did Arsenal fare in the first leg against Lyon and what was the reading of Katie McCabe's performance?
Arsenal started strong but were outplayed in parts of the first half; McCabe completed a solid, if not spectacular, performance, contributing defensively and in attack and set-piece delivery, with the team improving after halftime and aiming to build on the away goal in the second leg.

Audience Metrics

Listeners, social reach, demographics and more for this podcast.

Listeners per Episode
Gender Skew
Location
Interests
Professions
Age Range
Household Income
Social Media Reach

Frequently Asked Questions About RTÉ Soccer Podcast

What is RTÉ Soccer Podcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The show centers on Irish football across men's and women's games, with frequent forays into the League of Ireland and Republic of Ireland national team, plus occasional international club perspectives. A fast-paced panel blends tactical analysis, player development, and on-the-ground reporting, often featuring insider viewpoints from Shelbourne and other Irish clubs, alongside discussions of fixtures, young talents, and domestic league form. Noteworthy are the frequent crossovers between LOI topics, national-team prospects, and European competition, plus a willingness to tackle governance, facilities, and fan engagement in Irish football. This mix makes it useful for listeners who want practical insights for understanding Irish soccer dyna... more

Where can I find podcast stats for RTÉ Soccer Podcast?

Rephonic provides a wide range of podcast stats for RTÉ Soccer Podcast. We scanned the web and collated all of the information that we could find in our comprehensive podcast database. See how many people listen to RTÉ Soccer Podcast and access YouTube viewership numbers, download stats, audience demographics, chart rankings, ratings, reviews and more.

How many listeners does RTÉ Soccer Podcast get?

Rephonic provides a full set of podcast information for three million podcasts, including the number of listeners. View further listenership figures for RTÉ Soccer Podcast, including podcast download numbers and subscriber numbers, so you can make better decisions about which podcasts to sponsor or be a guest on. You will need to upgrade your account to access this premium data.

What are the audience demographics for RTÉ Soccer Podcast?

Rephonic provides comprehensive predictive audience data for RTÉ Soccer Podcast, including gender skew, age, country, political leaning, income, professions, education level, and interests. You can access these listener demographics by upgrading your account.

How many subscribers and views does RTÉ Soccer Podcast have?

To see how many followers or subscribers RTÉ Soccer Podcast has on Spotify and other platforms such as Castbox and Podcast Addict, simply upgrade your account. You'll also find viewership figures for their YouTube channel if they have one.

Which podcasts are similar to RTÉ Soccer Podcast?

These podcasts share a similar audience with RTÉ Soccer Podcast:

1. OTB Football
2. Indo Sport
3. The Second Captains Podcast
4. LOI Central
5. Free State with Joe Brolly and Dion Fanning

How many episodes of RTÉ Soccer Podcast are there?

RTÉ Soccer Podcast launched 8 years ago and published 103 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

How do I contact RTÉ Soccer Podcast?

Our systems regularly scour the web to find email addresses and social media links for this podcast. We scanned the web and collated all of the contact information that we could find in our podcast database. But in the unlikely event that you can't find what you're looking for, our concierge service lets you request our research team to source better contacts for you.

Where can I see ratings and reviews for RTÉ Soccer Podcast?

Rephonic pulls ratings and reviews for RTÉ Soccer Podcast from multiple sources, including Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Castbox, and Podcast Addict.

View all the reviews in one place instead of visiting each platform individually and use this information to decide if a show is worth pitching or not.

How do I access podcast episode transcripts for RTÉ Soccer Podcast?

Rephonic provides full transcripts for episodes of RTÉ Soccer Podcast. Search within each transcript for your keywords, whether they be topics, brands or people, and figure out if it's worth pitching as a guest or sponsor. You can even set-up alerts to get notified when your keywords are mentioned.

What guests have appeared on RTÉ Soccer Podcast?

Recent guests on RTÉ Soccer Podcast include:

1. Tim Vickery
2. Karl Ward
3. Courtney Brosnan
4. Alan Cawley
5. Kenny Cunningham
6. Rachel Graham Shelburne
7. Keith Treacy
8. Barry Murphy

To view more recent guests and their details, simply upgrade your Rephonic account. You'll also get access to a typical guest profile to help you decide if the show is worth pitching.

Find and pitch the right podcasts

We help savvy brands, marketers and PR professionals to find the right podcasts for any topic or niche. Get the data and contacts you need to pitch podcasts at scale and turn listeners into customers.
Try it free for 7 days