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The Football Pod

OTB Sports
Gaelic Football
Kerry
Dublin
Mayo
Donegal
Galway
Tyrone
GAA Senior Football Championship
Derry
Armagh
Meath
GAA
All-Ireland Championship
AIB
Croke Park
National Football League
Monaghan
Dingle
Kildare
Ulster Championship

Welcome to The Football Pod - Paddy Andrews and James O'Donoghue join Tommy Rooney to talk Gaelic Football every Monday and Wednesday.

You can also listen back to all of our episodes since 2021 - there are plenty of interviews, stories and insights around the game. You'll find the podcast by searching for 'The Football Pod' wherever you want to get it on Podcast, YouTube and social media.

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Latest Episodes

Off The Ball’s Gaelic Games correspondent Tommy Rooney takes you behind the scenes and inside Croke Park for the “Radio Diary of an All-Ireland Football Final’ — from the pre-match chatter, to the live updates of a thrilling final with Paddy Andrews ... more

Welcome along to our final Football Pod of the intercounty season, Paddy, James and Tommy choose our Football Pod stars and decide on 15 more awards from the season. We get stuck into the LGFA finals, just how Kobe McDonald and David Clifford handle ... more

This is a snippet from our members Football Pod this week, become a member to listen in to the full show wherever you get your podcasts, or on YouTube.

In this section we bring you inside Mayo's incredible All-Ireland win and their epic celebrations... more

Welcome along to a very special Football Pod, live from Croke Park, as Mayo have won their first All-Ireland Senior Football Championship since 1951, ending a 75 year wait while beating last year's Champions Kerry

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(0:30) - Tommy, Paddy an... more

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Recent Guests

Rory Grugan
All-Ireland winner with Armagh, studio analyst
Off The Ball / Studio Analysis
Episode: Bonus Pod: The Radio Diary of Mayo’s historic 2026 All-Ireland SFC Final win
Pat Kenny
broadcaster previously mentioned in pre-show segment
Newstalk
Episode: Bonus Pod: The Radio Diary of Mayo’s historic 2026 All-Ireland SFC Final win
Piaras Ó Mídheach
Sports photographer
RF podcast / Sportsfile
Episode: Bonus Pod: The Radio Diary of Mayo’s historic 2026 All-Ireland SFC Final win
Paddy Tally
Mayo football manager
Mayo GAA
Episode: The Football Pod LIVE from Croke Park: Mayo have won the All-Ireland Championship FT Paddy Tally | OFF THE BALL
David Brady
Former Mayo footballer and guest commentator
County Mayo (player)
Episode: PART 2: ALL IRELAND FINAL ROADSHOW | The Kerry 'Want' | Hope for Mayo? | DAVID BRADY, KIERAN McGEENEY, PADDY ANDREWS & JAMES O’DONOGHUE
Kieran McGeene y
Coach and pundit, former Kerry player
Kerry (coach)
Episode: PART 2: ALL IRELAND FINAL ROADSHOW | The Kerry 'Want' | Hope for Mayo? | DAVID BRADY, KIERAN McGEENEY, PADDY ANDREWS & JAMES O’DONOGHUE
Kieran McGeeney
Former Kerry player, Armagh manager, guest on stage
Kerry/Armagh GAA
Episode: ALL IRELAND FINAL ROADSHOW | The Kieran McGeeney special: Piggery, Netflix docs, Kerry legacy, Mayo hope
Anton Tohill
Professional Gaelic footballer and recent medical graduate
Derry Gaelic footballer, doctor in training
Episode: Bonus Football Pod: Anton Tohill - Derry story, AFL journey v life as a Doctor, the World GAA Games
Paddy Andrews
Gaelic football pundit
The Football Pod / Off the Ball
Episode: The Big Football Preview, 8 Predictions, Knockout danger, Cruciate curse

Hosts

Paddy Andrews
Host of The Football Pod; long-time Gaelic football analyst with involvement across major media platforms; frequently represents the show's strategic and tactical perspectives.
James O'Donoghue
Co-host; renowned for analytical insights, tactics-focused commentary, and engaging audience discussions.
Tommy Rooney
Host of The Football Pod; central moderator with a blend of banter and tactical commentary, often driving interview segments.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 1.1k ratings
  • Rather Redundant

    No real knowledge shared here, just a Kerry and Dublin cheerleading show.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Pgallaghersd
    United Statesa month ago
  • Read the room

    Recording an episode on the way to golf at a Trump course? Tells you what you need to know about where these guys think the sun shines from.

    Hard pass in future.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    p1dg1e
    Irelanda year ago
  • Poor - much better options available

    Surprised that anyone pays for these OTB offerings. Banter and cliche masquerading as analysis.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    Uusikylä
    Finlanda year ago
  • A Dubai listener

    Hey Tommy, Paddy & James, A note of gratitude to you boys for producing such great content all year. I love the banter & the craic & of course the well informed punditry. Ciarrai Abu Gerry O’Leary

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Dubai_Gerry
    United Arab Emirates2 years ago
  • Podcast review

    Good podcast, enjoyable but why does Paddy Andrews have to swear & talk so much with poor analysis ? Podcast loses creditability as a result !

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    GAA fan forever
    Ireland3 years ago

Listeners Say

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Listeners praise depth on tactics and game dynamics, with high engagement on guest interviews and stories.
A mix of praise for insightful analysis and banter-loving comfort listening.
Some criticism around over-talkative segments during interviews.

Chart Rankings

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

Spotify
#74
Ireland/Top Podcasts
Apple Podcasts
#36
Ireland/Sports

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

ALL IRELAND FINAL ROADSHOW | The Kieran McGeeney special: Piggery, Netflix docs, Kerry legacy, Mayo hope
Q: What was the moment that defined your All-Ireland win in 2002?
The moment involved sustaining focus through high-pressure moments, culminating in securing the first All-Ireland for Armagh and a sense of the journey finally culminating with the team's victory, accompanied by a memorable personal reflection on waking up with the Sam Maguire and celebrating with teammates.
All-Ireland Final predictions, tactics, match-ups and 3 Darts rule at The Football Pod Live in Croke Park | Part Two
Q: What do you think the key element for Donegal is this weekend?
To ensure that all players step up as a collective, maintaining tactical discipline and effectively countering Kerry's strengths.
All-Ireland Final predictions, tactics, match-ups and 3 Darts rule at The Football Pod Live in Croke Park | Part Two
Q: How would you beat Kerry?
By winning dirty ball and using the breaking ball effectively, getting it into key players like Clifford and Shawnee.
Unlocked - Members Show Taster: 12v11 debate and the worrying lack of goals - join for the full pod
Q: Why are goals down in Division One this season?
Goals are down due to several key players being unavailable across multiple teams, which is impacting their scoring ability.
Cuala History, Errigal nightmare, 2025 leagues kicking off, Mick Fitz interview
Q: What do you think about the next National Football League season?
Given the new rules and player dynamics, teams will focus on adapting their styles and utilizing player rotations effectively during the season.

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Frequently Asked Questions About The Football Pod

What is The Football Pod about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A lively Gaelic football podcast blends tactical analysis with banter and behind-the-scenes storytelling. Regular hosts Paddy Andrews, James O'Donoghue, and Tommy Rooney dissect weekend results, preview big fixtures, and share anecdotes from the sport's counties and camps. Episodes emphasize game strategy, kick-outs, and leadership under pressure, while maintaining a conversational, community feel that keeps listeners engaged across both analysis and banter. Noteworthy is the show's steady rotation of in-depth interviews and regional insights, plus a willingness to tackle evolving formats, rights, and broadcast accessibility. The mix makes it useful for fans who want both technical breakdowns and relatable storytelling, as well as for spons... more

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Recent guests on The Football Pod include:

1. Rory Grugan
2. Pat Kenny
3. Piaras Ó Mídheach
4. Paddy Tally
5. David Brady
6. Kieran McGeene y
7. Kieran McGeeney
8. Anton Tohill

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