In this episode, we sit down with Mark O'Brien, a footballer from Ballyfermot whose career has been nothing short of extraordinary. From his early days at Cherry Orchard to playing for Derby County and Newport County, Mark's journey is full of twists, turns, and incredible challenges. But his most significant battle hasn't been on the pitch—it's been for his life. Mark has faced the unimaginable, enduring two open-heart surgeries, yet each time he made an inspiring comeback. His story is a testament to resilience, determination, and the will to overcome the most daunting obstacles. Join us as we delve into the highs and lows of Mark's career, his personal struggles, and the incredible strength that has defined him as a player and a person. His story will leave you motivated and in awe of his unwavering spirit. For more on Mark’s journey, be sure to check out his autobiography: Mark O’Brien: The Fight of His Life.

This week we discuss the the off field behaviour from parents and coaching which is turning referees away from the game. We are joined by American referee Jason Corbally As he discusses how they have a no tolerance approach to abuse from the sidelines and even bring in the police as mandatory

This Is Football: Season 3, Episode 5 - Featuring Des KennerneyIn this episode, we sit down with Des Kennerney to explore his football journey, starting at Cabra Club Bannow Celtic and making his way to the Premier League club in the youth team of Wimbledon and back to Ireland with Bohemians. Des shares his memorable experiences in the Milk Cup and reflects on his time with Dunboyne's over 35s team. We also dive into his passion for coaching kids and discuss the joys and challenges of football at every level. Join us for an insightful conversation about the beautiful game.

Welcome to today’s episode! We’re excited to have Josh Keeley, the talented goalkeeper from Dunboyne, join us. Josh has made waves in the football world, moving from St. Pat's to Spurs and enjoying impressive loan spells along the way. We’ll dive into his journey so far, the challenges he’s faced, and the triumphs that have shaped his career. Join us as we discuss his ambitions, future goals, and what it means to represent the Republic of Ireland U21 team. Let’s get started

In this podcast episode, we sit down with Graham Coghlan, a former footballer who’s seen it all—both as a player and manager. He talks about the highs of playing at Wembley, his encounters with legends like Alan Shearer, and the excitement of managing in the FA Cup, including a memorable clash against Erik ten Hag’s Manchester United. Don't miss his insights!

Paul Osam, a St Patrick's Athletic legend, reflects on his successful career, particularly winning multiple League of Ireland titles and breaking the club's 34-year title drought. Now the Republic of Ireland U16s manager, he emphasizes developing young players' technical and mental skills. Osam draws on his career experience to inspire the next generation of Irish talent.

Welcome to Season 3 of "This is Football AFC"! In our premiere episode, we’re thrilled to host the talented comedian, actor, and Bohs fan, Eric Lalor. Join us as Eric delves into a lively discussion about the intersection of humor and football, sharing anecdotes that are sure to entertain. Plus, get the inside scoop on his highly anticipated new show, taking the stage at Liberty Hall Theatre on September 17th. Tune in for a blend of comedy and football insights you won't want to miss!

This week we welcome Mark Connors from the FAI. Mark is currently assistant coach of the Republic of Irelands u16. Along with many UEFA badges Mark talks through his career to date . We also cover the end of the season in the premier league and Scottish league along with our very on senior team

In this episode, we catchup on all the results for the club plus look ahead to the premiership and Celtic vs Rangers game. We also learn we’ve found a host of new listeners from South Dublin 🤪🤪🤪

This week we welcome Conor to the podcast . Talking about his Career from the very beginning, right the way through his career and league of Ireland . We also go through our results from last week and chat about all things football