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RTÉ Soccer Podcast

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

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

South American football expert Tim Vickery joins Raf Diallo on a bonus episode of the RTÉ Soccer Podcast to provide a sharp insight into the six teams from CONMEBOL at the World Cup including holders Argentina, record champions Brazil and a Paraguay ... more

Rachel Graham and RTÉ Sport's Anthony Pyne join Raf Diallo to react to the Republic of Ireland's epic victory over the Netherlands at Páirc Uí Chaoimh which sets them up for a winner-takes-all final qualifier in Grenoble against France.

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Kenny Cunningham and Alan Cawley join Raf Diallo to preview the 2026 World Cup and to dissect the Republic of Ireland's friendly draw in Canada.

Cunningham gets nostalgic as he reminisces about his on and off-field experiences at the 2002 World Cup ... more

Richie Towell and Paul Corry join Raf Diallo to react to Republic of Ireland's win over Qatar and discuss the squad changes for the Canada game, plus they sift through the Champions League final and the LOI at halfway, while Rachel Graham previews th... more

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Recent Guests

Rachel Graham Shelburne
RTÉ sports presenter joining for women's football discussion
RTÉ Sport
Episode: A 'great addition' for Ireland and LOI reaction
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
Kevin Doyle
Former Ireland international, guest pundit
Former Ireland player
Episode: 'We should have won that game!' | Memories of 2009
Jiří Hošek
Head of Sport at Canal Plus Czechia
Canal Plus Czechia
Episode: 'If Ireland sit deep, how will we unlock the box?' - The Czech view on the Prague play-off
Paul Corry
Former professional footballer, guest pundit
Ireland international, club history
Episode: A McGoldrick silver lining, Ireland squad and Long games in the men's and women's LOI
Carla Ward
Manager/Coach
Ireland Women's National Team club context interview
Episode: So close yet so far for COYGIG and big kick off for Women's Premier Division
John Sullivan
Manager
Longford/Leinster club context
Episode: So close yet so far for COYGIG and big kick off for Women's Premier Division
James O'Callaghan
Manager
Shamrock Rovers
Episode: So close yet so far for COYGIG and big kick off for Women's Premier Division

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

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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

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Apple Podcasts
#17
Ireland/Sports/Soccer
Apple Podcasts
#49
Ireland/Sports
Apple Podcasts
#104
China/Sports/Soccer
Apple Podcasts
#137
Russia/Sports/Soccer
Apple Podcasts
#171
Singapore/Sports/Soccer

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

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.
Derry stutter, Bohs bounce, Drogs on top
Q: How does Richie feel about the approach of the FAI regarding the match against Israel?
Richie shares a concern that the FAI has been backed into a corner regarding the match and notes that external governing bodies should take responsibility for making decisions on such issues.
Derry stutter, Bohs bounce, Drogs on top
Q: What does Keith think about the players' involvement in the political discussions surrounding the game against Israel?
Keith believes players are in a bubble and should not have to deal with political issues, emphasizing that track records of demanding high performance in football should take precedence.
Our big 2026 Premier Division preview
Q: What does the addition of James McClean bring to Derry City?
He brings leadership, experience, and can help control the game, especially in tight situations.
Our big 2026 Premier Division preview
Q: Is there enough in Shelbourne's squad to mount a challenge this year?
Yes, Joey O'Brien's recruitment has improved the squad, and they have strong midfield players, but a goal scorer is essential.

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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

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Recent guests on RTÉ Soccer Podcast include:

1. Rachel Graham Shelburne
2. Barry Murphy
3. Raf Diallo
4. Kevin Doyle
5. Jiří Hošek
6. Paul Corry
7. Carla Ward
8. John Sullivan

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