The COYGIG Pod Ep. 179 | Arsenal lose Champions League battle | Birmingham, Palace secure promotion

Lyon proved why they are one of the great European sides with a confident display against Arsenal which saw last season's champions drop out of the Champions League while Birmingham and Crystal Palace both secured their place in the Women's Super League after an exciting final day of the WSL2.Kathleen McNamee is joined by Karen Duggan and Scarlett Herron to look at a packed weekend of football and transfer news as some of the WSL's big names announced their intentions for the coming season.The COYGIG Pod with Cadbury, a proud sponsor of the Republic of Ireland football teams. 

Join Matthew Brennan, David Wilson and Ben Symes on this week’s episode of the Green Scene, your one-stop shop for all things Irish football.The trio kick things off by reacting to the official Republic of Ireland squad announcement, breaking down the biggest inclusions, omissions, and a few eyebrow-raising calls from the manager.The lads then dive into what this squad says about the direction of the team, with a closer look at the blend of youth and experience ahead of the upcoming fixtures.Ben, Matthew and David run through the players they’re most excited to see involved, as well as those who might feel unlucky to miss out, especially with opportunities opening up for fresh faces.Could this be a chance for some of the emerging talent to make their mark on the international stage? Or will the more established names use this window to reassert themselves in green?And with a few surprise selections in the mix, is this the beginning of a new chapter—or just a short-term experiment?And as ever, we are looking for your inspiration to help us, fancy getting in touch?You can do so by emailing [email protected] Contact us on socials @offtheball across all our platforms.Or if you want to contact us directly message the @offtheball.football account on Instagram.And as ever, we are on WhatsApp on 087 9 180 180.Become a member and sign up at offtheball.com/joinThe Green Scene on Off The Ball is brought to you by Cadbury, proud sponsor of the Republic of Ireland football teams.

Phil Egan brings you Tuesday’s Football Daily, previewing a packed show of domestic and international football updatesHeimir Hallgrimsson names his first Ireland squad since the World Cup playoff defeat to CzechiaSeveral players receive first senior international call-ups ahead of the Spain training camp and friendly vs GrenadaIreland squad set for warm-weather camp in Murcia with one friendly fixture scheduledShamrock Rovers return to the top of the League of Ireland after a dominant 4-1 win over Drogheda UnitedJohn McGovern shines with a brace, supported by goals from Matt Healy and Maleace AsamoahSt Patrick's Athletic drop points in a 1-1 draw with Sligo RoversWaterford and Dundalk play out a dramatic 3-3 draw, with late goals and momentum swingsBohemians extend winless run to nine games after a 2-2 derby draw with ShelbourneDerry City remain unbeaten at Celtic Park thanks to a last-minute equaliser against Galway UnitedUCD go top of the First Division as Cork City slip up away to Kerry FCPep Guardiola insists Manchester City will keep fighting after a 3-3 draw with Everton in the title raceArsenal now firmly in control of the Premier League title race with three games remainingMikel Arteta rallies Arsenal ahead of Champions League semi-final clash with Atletico MadridScottish Premiership title race heats up as Hearts edge closer, while Rangers face an uphill battleBecome a member and sign up at offtheball.com/join

Heimir Hallgrímsson sat down with our own Ben Symes to discuss the squad for Ireland’s friendly vs Grenada. They spoke exciting young players such as Jaden Umeh, Victor Ozhianvuna’s chances for Ireland, how committed is Owen Elding and what he expects to learn from this training camp.Republic of Ireland football on Off The Ball is brought to you by Cadbury, a proud sponsor of the Republic of Ireland mens and women’s national teams.

Former Manchester United and Ireland midfielder Darron Gibson joins Stephen Doyle at Old Trafford after Michael Carrick's Manchester United secured Champions League football for next year with a 3-2 win over old rivals Liverpool.with thanks to Novibet

On this week's edition of the LOI Wrap-Up, a new series highlighting all the action, reaction and storylines of the weekend's League of Ireland Action, Ross Flanagan brings you through last night's packed action as:Bohemians and Derry played out an enthralling 1-1 drawShelbourne pick up well needed win away to DundalkRovers reclaim Premier Division lead Sligo end winning streak away to DroghedaGalway equalise late onCobh shock Cork in county derbyA full Monday of fixtures in both DivisionsBecome a member and sign up at offtheball.com/join

Shane Keegan and Barry Murphy are your hosts for this week’s League of Ireland Late Night! They take your calls, discussing all the League of Ireland action on Friday night, overcoming more than a few gremlins in the system to deliver the best immediate post-match reaction!Andy Dunne will be alongside Cuán Ó'Flatharta at the Aviva Stadium for live commentary of Leinster versus Toulon on Saturday May 2nd at 3 o’clock.You will be able to hear live commentary of that game on Off The Ball Saturday from 1pm on the GoLoud App and on Newstalk.Manchester United take on Liverpool in the Premier League on Off The Ball Sunday - former United star Darron Gibson will be alongside Stephen Doyle at Old Trafford for that one.That kicks off at half-past-three and you can follow all the action on Off The Ball Sunday from 1 o’clock on the GoLoud App and on Newstalk.

Off The Ball’s Phil Egan spoke with Bohemians manager Alan Reynolds and Derry City boss Tiernan Lynch after the two teams played to a draw in a ‘game of two halves’ in the League of Ireland.Andy Dunne will be alongside Cuán Ó'Flatharta at the Aviva Stadium for live commentary of Leinster versus Toulon on Saturday May 2nd at 3 o’clock.You will be able to hear live commentary of that game on Off The Ball Saturday from 1pm on the GoLoud App and on Newstalk.Manchester United take on Liverpool in the Premier League on Off The Ball Sunday - former United star Darron Gibson will be alongside Stephen Doyle at Old Trafford for that one.That kicks off at half-past-three and you can follow all the action on Off The Ball Sunday from 1 o’clock on the GoLoud App and on Newstalk.

Ger Gilroy hosts this week’s Inside The Odds, with Mick McCarthy and David Wilson looking ahead to the weekend’s Premier League action, including Liverpool v Man Utd and the Premier League title race!Inside The Odds on Off The Ball with Novibet.

On Friday's Football Daily, David Wilson brings you news from the League of Ireland, Europe and the international game.​Listen to live League of Ireland commentary this Friday night as Bohemians do battle with Derry City at Dalymount Park.Phil Egan will be joined in the gantry by Keith Treacy, and you will be able to hear live and exclusive commentary on Off The Ball on Newstalk and the GoLoud App from 7 o'clock.Andy Dunne will be alongside Cuán Ó'Flatharta at the Aviva Stadium for live commentary of Leinster versus Toulon on Saturday May 2nd at 3 o’clock.You will be able to hear live commentary of that game on Off The Ball Saturday from 1pm on the GoLoud App and on Newstalk.Manchester United take on Liverpool in the Premier League on Off The Ball Sunday - former United star Darron Gibson will be alongside Stephen Doyle at Old Trafford for that one.That kicks off at half-past-three and you can follow all the action on Off The Ball Sunday from 1 o’clock on the GoLoud App and on Newstalk.Become a member and sign up at offtheball.com/join