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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
Stephen Kenny
Evan Ferguson
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
Sammy Smodek

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

Graham Gartland and Conan Byrne reflect on Ireland's post-Prague lay of the land, an Easter weekend of LOI action and PSG v Liverpool, while Rachel Graham discusses the Girls in Green squad for next week's Poland double-header.

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Alan Cawley is joined by former internationals Kevin Doyle and Keith Treacy to look back on Thursday's painful shootout defeat to Czechia, with Raf Diallo dialling in from the airport in Prague.

A couple of silly errors cost Ireland in a match where... more

On this week's RTÉ Soccer Podcast, Alan Cawley joins Raf Diallo as the build up to the Republic of Ireland's play-off in Prague goes into overdrive. They also talk LOI and Shelbourne's Rachel Graham discusses big news from the Women's Premier Divisio... more

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Jiri Hosek, the head of sports at CANAL+ TV in Czechia, joins Raf Diallo on the RTÉ Soccer Podcast to share an insight into the side that stand in the Republic of Ireland's way next Thursday in Prague.

Among the areas covered are:

The continued fal... more

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Recent Guests

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
Troy Parrott
Emerging football star and forward for the Republic of Ireland national team.
AZ Alkmaar
Episode: What did we just witness in Budapest? Kevin Doyle & Ray Houghton come to terms
Heimir Hallgrimson
Head coach of the Republic of Ireland national football team.
Irish Football Association
Episode: What did we just witness in Budapest? Kevin Doyle & Ray Houghton come to terms

Host

Raf Diallo
Host and soccer journalist providing insights on various soccer topics including the League of Ireland and international matches.

Reviews

4.4 out of 5 stars from 93 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
    Ireland2 months ago
  • Often a hard slog

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

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Uusikylä
    Finland9 months 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.

Overall, many praise the engaging discussions and quality of guests featured.
The podcast is viewed as a great resource for staying current with Irish soccer developments and international matches.
Listeners appreciate the in-depth analysis provided by experts in the field.
There is a mix of reviews with some expressing dissatisfaction about certain commentary decisions.

Chart Rankings

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

Apple Podcasts
#56
Russia/Sports/Soccer
Apple Podcasts
#61
Hong Kong/Sports/Soccer
Apple Podcasts
#81
Ireland/Sports/Soccer
Apple Podcasts
#132
Brazil/Sports/Soccer
Apple Podcasts
#134
South Korea/Sports/Soccer
Apple Podcasts
#152
New Zealand/Sports/Soccer

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

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.
Our big 2026 Premier Division preview
Q: How hard is it to keep that hunger going for Shamrock Rovers?
It comes from within, and they never need external motivation. They have experienced season players who know what they have to do.

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Focused on soccer, this podcast provides robust analysis and commentary on the League of Ireland, UEFA competitions, and Ireland's international football teams. The hosts regularly engage with recent match performances, player development, and the dynamics of clubs within the league, while also addressing broader topics around the sport's impact in Ireland. Noteworthy is the inclusion of both current and former players who share insights, enabling listeners to connect with the emotional and competitive aspects of the game. This podcast appeals particularly to soccer enthusiasts who wish to stay informed about both domestic and international soccer developments.

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

1. Raf Diallo
2. Kevin Doyle
3. Jiří Hošek
4. Paul Corry
5. Carla Ward
6. John Sullivan
7. James O'Callaghan
8. Troy Parrott

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