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RTÉ Soccer Podcast

RTÉ Sport
League Of Ireland
John O'shea
Champions League
Liverpool
Ireland National Football Team
Bohemians
Eileen Gleeson
Lee Carsley
FA Cup
Samy Smodek
Evan Ferguson
Stephen Kenny
UEFA Euro 2024
St. Pat's FAI Cup
Qatar
Saudi Arabia
Republic Of Ireland Football
Ireland Women's Senior Team
Republic Of Ireland Men's National Football Team
Manchester United

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.

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Latest Episodes

Keith Treacy and Richie Towell join Raf Diallo to talk about Ireland's performance in Portugal and what's to come in Armenia, plus Dundalk's promotion and LOI academy funding, while Rachel Graham and Méabh De Búrca preview the Women's Cup final and ... more

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Keith Treacy and Richie Towell look ahead to Ireland's daunting trip to Portugal, discuss Jeff Hendrick's retirement and react to the LOI sides in Europe, the weekend's action and FAI Cup semis, while Rachel Graham talks Athlone's achievement, Jemma ... more

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Richie Towell and Alan Cawley join Raf Diallo to talk Shelbourne and Shamrock Rovers' Conference League openers, the weekend's LOI, Arsenal ahead of Wednesday's live RTÉ game and the upcoming FAI Cup semis, while Shelbourne's Rachel Graham discusses ... more

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Richie Towell and Paul Corry join Raf Diallo to review the long weekend of League of Ireland action and look ahead to Friday's potentially decisive Dublin derby between Shamrock Rovers and Bohemians.

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Recent Guests

Bence Bocsak
Hungarian football journalist
BBC Sport, World Soccer
Episode: Ireland v Hungary, LOI's European joy and Jack Byrne's Dubai Irish move
Rachel Graham
Shelburne player and analyst on women's soccer
Shelburne
Episode: Evan Ferguson to Roma, Linfield v Shels II and Euro 2025 knockouts
Emily Whelan
Republic of Ireland International and forward for Glasgow City
Glasgow City
Episode: Moose on the loose, Clancy's Cork exit, Emily Whelan chat and boot issues
Jess Ziu
Republic of Ireland international and West Ham Women player
West Ham
Episode: Topsy-turvy LOI, Jess Ziu interview and Canham chat
Sol Campbell
Arsenal legend and former England international
Former Professional Footballer
Episode: Sol Campbell interview and LOI's Easter feast
Daryl Horgan
17-time Ireland cap and former Dundalk teammate of Richie Towell
Dundalk FC
Episode: Ireland get the job done | Horgan and Towell reunited | Women's LOI and pitch problems
Teodor Borisov
Football journalist and co-author
Tema Sport
Episode: Ireland preview, Bulgaria insight and LOI storylines
Stephen Kelly
Former Ireland defender
Episode: Ireland preview, Bulgaria insight and LOI storylines
Richie Towell
Former Shamrock Rovers player and current football coach.
Episode: With the LOIghts out, entertain us | Richie Towell | Ireland v Turkey | Shamrock Rovers v Molde

Host

Raf Diallo
Host of the RTÉ Soccer Podcast

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 89 ratings
  • Often a hard slog

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

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Uusikylä
    Finland4 months ago
  • Very good

    This had so much information thank you

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    hejgjfhfchdvgsgfsvfwzusgtx
    United Statesa year 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
    Australia4 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
    Ireland6 years ago
  • Excellent

    Just discovered this podcast. Very good. Good mixture highly recommended

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Rybeno
    Ireland7 years ago

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Many find the hosts engaging and relatable, often commending their knowledge and humor, while some critiques point to disagreements over analyses or guest contributions, indicating high audience involvement.
Listeners appreciate the informative nature of the discussions, expressing gratitude for the in-depth analysis of games. The show is praised for its variety of guests and insights, as well as for its ability to keep overseas fans connected to Irish soccer events. Some feedback indicates dissatisfaction with specific opinions expressed, particularly regarding Irish football politics, reflecting a passionate audience.

Chart Rankings

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

Apple Podcasts
#100
Canada/Sports/Soccer
Apple Podcasts
#39
Ireland/Sports/Soccer
Apple Podcasts
#100
Russia/Sports/Soccer
Apple Podcasts
#112
Ireland/Sports
Apple Podcasts
#201
Finland/Sports/Soccer
Apple Podcasts
#236
Poland/Sports/Soccer

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Pre-Portugal pessimism, Hendrick's farewell, Euro takeaways and Cup semis
Q: What do you feel the squad needs to build upon for the upcoming matches?
The squad needs to restore confidence and understand their roles better based on how they will perform against teams like Portugal and Armenia.
Drogs dealt a blow, Keith Andrews buzz and Ireland sleepwalking again?
Q: What is your take on Keith Andrews potentially becoming the head coach at Brentford?
It's a massive opportunity for him, and many believe he is more than just a set-piece coach.
Topsy-turvy LOI, Jess Ziu interview and Canham chat
Q: Would it be a boost if more influential voices like Stephen Bradley were to lobby government for investment into academies?
Yes, of course. That's exactly what we want.
Topsy-turvy LOI, Jess Ziu interview and Canham chat
Q: What now for the Football Pathways Plan?
Are you fully behind the plan as he has left it? 100%. I think, credits to Marc and the football leadership team for how they have approached this.
Topsy-turvy LOI, Jess Ziu interview and Canham chat
Q: Do you think there is full support for us in general?
There are certain, there's many aspects to it. So there's 11 different objectives that come out of it.

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Content primarily focuses on Irish soccer, analyzing both domestic leagues and international competitions, with a special emphasis on the Republic of Ireland's national teams. The discussions often include tactical breakdowns of games, player performances, and upcoming fixtures for both men's and women's teams. Noteworthy elements include personal anecdotes from players and analysts, as well as interviews with journalists and athletes, which enrich the dialogue and provide inside perspectives on the sport. The hosts frequently engage in spirited debates over controversial refereeing decisions and the dynamics within the league, making it a unique platform for passionate soccer fans looking for in-depth analysis and updates.

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1. LOI Central
2. OTB Football
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Recent guests on RTÉ Soccer Podcast include:

1. Bence Bocsak
2. Rachel Graham
3. Emily Whelan
4. Jess Ziu
5. Sol Campbell
6. Daryl Horgan
7. Teodor Borisov
8. Stephen Kelly

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