The big kick off is a football radio show. There are two podcasts, The Football Show & The League of Ireland Podcast. It also is a football website. Go to www.thebigkickoff.com
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Tbko Football Show S5E2 : Same Old Same Old
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Well, it was same old same old for Manchester United. Liverpool wiped the floor with Erik Ten Haag's team and the pressure piles up again.- Declan Rice sees Red- Haaland is on Fire but who replaces him if he gets injured?By Roy Shanahan
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The Transfer window is nearly closed for the summer and it's been a busy one.- Ramsdale to Southampton- Chiesa to Liverpool- Ugarte to Man Utd- Nketiah to Crystal PalacePlus many more...By Roy Shanahan
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Tbko Football Show S5E1 : Boring Boring Chelsea
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The 2024/25 Premier League season has kicked off and we know one thing for certain... Chelsea are no better to watch this season!- Is Slot the answer for Liverpool?- Man Utd are still short in Midfield- Ivan Toney seems to be holding out for the money!By Roy Shanahan
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Tbko Football Show : Euro Final Look Back
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Another Euros has come and gone and it was more heartbreak for England, but where did it all go wrong?(Recorded before Garreth Southgates resignation)By Roy Shanahan
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Tbko Football Show : Another Final for England
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You don't have to play great in a tournament to go on and win it! England understand this more then most after the 2020 final.This week we discuss.....- Spain are the best side to watch- Watkins, should he start ahead of Kane- Deschamps has a few big decisionsBy Roy Shanahan
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Tbko Football Show Euro 2024 : Where's The Quality Gone?
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It was a week to look back on the Euro's and reflect on the competition so far?- Bellingham saves Southgate- Spain cruise past Georgia- Where is all the quality?By Roy Shanahan
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Tbko Football Show Euro 2024 : The Untimely Experiment
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The Euro's are well and truly up and running and there was much to talk about....- Scotland are eliminated at the group stage again- Southgate has served up many debates after the first couple of games- What has happened to the natural goal scorer?By Roy Shanahan
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Tbko Football Show : Premier League Team Of The Year
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Well, the Premier League season is over and we decided to put together our team of the year.There are a few exclusions that may raise a few eyebrows, but we feel our team is just about right.... Let us know your thoughts and share your team of the year!By Roy Shanahan
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Tbko Football Show S4E18 : Managerial Merry Go Round
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With Pochettino and Chelsea deciding to part ways, Klopp's decision to leave Liverpool, De Zerbi gone, Kompany going to Munich and Lopetegui taking over at West Ham.... The managerial Merry Go Round is well and truly underway!By Roy Shanahan
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Tbko Football Show S4E17 : When It Rains It Pours
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It's been a season to forget at Old Trafford and just when you thought it couldn't get any worse.. the stadium starts to fall apart!We discuss the Old Trafford waterfall and more including...- Spurs fan's and their losing mentality- Premier League clubs to vote on VARBy Roy Shanahan
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Tbko Football Show S4E16 : The Greatest Show!
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Eric Ten Haag told us this week that Manchester United are one of the most dynamic and entertaining teams in the Premier League.... We didn't see that one coming!!We discuss this and also....- Salah and Klopp touchline fallout- It's a two-horse race for the title- Worry for Ferguson at BrightonBy Roy Shanahan
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It was a week of controversy and drama and who doesn't love a bit of football drama......- Pressure on Pep, Arteta and Klopp, who will buckle first?- Nottingham Forest accuses the FA and Premier League of cheating- Who would you want on your team? Saka, Palmer, or De Bruyne?By Roy Shanahan
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Tbko Football Show S4E14 : Peno's Are Not For Everyone
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When your club has a designated penalty taker, why do they allow someone else to pull rank?- Coventry make it to Wembley- Man United look half-decent for once- Spurs and Villa fight it outBy Roy Shanahan
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Tbko Football Show S4E13 : Liverpool Win 1-1
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After the big game at the weekend, it's fair enough to say Liverpool will look back on missed opportunities. We discuss this plus much more including... - Spurs hammer Villa- Brighton's Inconsistency - Alisson vs Kelleher- Arsenal tweak that brought the goalsBy Roy Shanahan
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Tbko League of Ireland S5E8 : Drogheda's Dream
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Drogheda United's owners were true to their word when they said they would look into acquiring Weavers Park. We discuss the positive news and also..- CK United next for LOI?- John O'Shea is the Irish Boss- Republic of Ireland Women's team face a tough Euro DrawBy Roy Shanahan
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Tbko League of Ireland S5E7 : Bohemian's Ban
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When Bohemian's supporters misbehave, is it fair to punish another club for that!? We discuss this and more including...- Is it ok to put your hands on a ball boy/girl? It seems to be...- Caoimhin Kelleher reminds everyone that he's still around ahead of the spring internationalsBy Roy Shanahan
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Tbko Football Show S4E12 : Everton On The Up
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Everton have had some up's and down's this season and the rollercoaster continued over the weekend...- Klopp earns more Silverware- Alphonso Davies agrees €70 million moveBy Roy Shanahan
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Tbko League of Ireland S5E6 : No-one wants the Ireland Job!
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The Republic of Ireland manager job seems to be a job that isn't that appealing. We discuss this and much more including...- Shelbourne to purchase Tolka?- Finn Harps under threat?- A look back at the opening weekendBy Roy Shanahan
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Tbko League of Ireland S5E5 : FAI Consultation
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What's the future for Irish football? We were at the FAI Football Consultation and a few interesting things were revealed....Also..- Dalymount gets the green light- The Republic of Irelands Nations League draw gets the juices flowing- And the league is finally back!!!By Roy Shanahan
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Tbko Football Show S4E11 : David Moyes To Say Goodbye?
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West Ham fans have never fully taken to David Moyes. After being hit for six by Arsenal, it makes things a little more difficult to see a contract being placed on the table!- Harry Kane gets roasted in Germany!- Should Kobbie Mainoo be in the next England Squad?- Should the Blue card be dismissed so easily?…
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Tbko League of Ireland S5E4 : Dundalk Or Russia
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There seems to be a big weekly story coming out of Dundalk every week! - No plastic pitch for Dundalk- Treaty United feeling the blues- Longford hit the centuryBy Roy Shanahan
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Tbko Football Show S4E10 : Have Arsenal Won the League?
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It was a big game, there was no doubt about that! Arsenal claimed all 3 points but Jamie Carragher was having none of the celebrations...- Can Arsenal win the league?- Is Pochettino under real pressure now?- Is Hojlund the real deal?By Roy Shanahan
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Tbko League of Ireland S5E3 : Keep Them Coming!
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Wexford Football Club is going in the right direction and the news of some US investment into the club is very welcome indeed.....- Who would you like to be the new Ireland boss?- A League of Ireland fixture sees itself sneak into the top 50 of Copa 90's best derbies in world footballBy Roy Shanahan
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Jurgen Klopp shocked the footballing world when he announced he would step down as Liverpool manager at the end of the season.- Why is he leaving?- Who is likely to take over?- How does the news affect the team this season and next?- What made him so successful?By Roy Shanahan
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Tbko League of Ireland S5E2 : The Third Division
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Roy Shanahan and Nathan Doyle talk all things Irish including...- Do we want a Third tier in the League of Ireland?- Dundalk is looking to sell its naming rights Plus a bit more!By Roy Shanahan
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Tbko Football Football Show S4E8 :Is the Saudi Pro League dying already?
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There was only a handful of Premier League games but that didn't shop the football stories rolling in...- Eni Aluko questions the policing of online hate speech- The Saudi League starts to show signs of wobble- Financial Fair Play rules starting to show its teethBy Roy Shanahan
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Tbko League of Ireland S5E1 : 4 Weeks to Kick Off
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It's only 4 weeks to the League of Ireland's opening games and there is so much to discuss...- Is Higgins under pressure this season?- Can Galway make a big impact on the Premier Division?- Can anyone topple 4 in a row Champions Shamrock Rovers?- What is success for Damien Duff and Shelbourne?Plus a lot more!…
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Tbko Football Show S4E7 : Dyer By Name, Dire By Nature!
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January shocked us early this year! Are Bayern Munich looking to improve their squad? We discuss.....- Sancho to Dortmund- Dyer to Germany too..- Havertz & Arsenal both struggling - Does Klopp need to win the League again before his times up at Liverpool?By Roy Shanahan
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There doesn't seem to be a game that isn't decided by VAR these days!We discuss the need for VAR and also..- Squad size in the Champions League can make or break your season- Are Chelsea Improving?By Roy Shanahan
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Tbko League of Ireland S4E26 : Turkish Not-Delight
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Tbko League of Ireland S4E26 : Turkish Not-Delight by Roy ShanahanBy Roy Shanahan
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Tbko League of Ireland S4E25 : The Guard Of Honour
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Stephen Bradley was unhappy that Cork City didn't give his Shamrock Rovers team a guard of honour, We discuss this and much more including...- The women's national team goes from strength to strength- Can Cobh Ramblers pull off a shock?By Roy Shanahan
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Tbko Football Show S4E5 : The Popularity Contest
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Lionel Messi made it a record 8 Ballon d,Or's. Did he deserve it this year?Roy Shanahan, David Buggle, and Neal Dobbs discussed this and much more including.....- Erik Ten Hag starts to feel the pressure- Saudi Arabia and the 2034 World CupBy Roy Shanahan
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Tbko League of Ireland Podcast S4E24 : Dundalk Rumours
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If you're a Dundalk supporter these days it's getting more and more worrying. Roy Shanahan and Nathan Doyle discuss the rumours surrounding the club and also discuss..- League of Ireland takeovers at Treaty United & Drogheda- Stadium developments including Oriel Park- Is Euro 2028 going to benefit the LOI in any way?…
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Is Bobby Charlton up there with the greatest footballers of all time? We discuss this and many other topics including....- Spurs are looking less and less... Spursy!- Premier League goalkeepers are struggling- Who has been the best purchase so far?By Roy Shanahan
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Tbko Football Show S4E3 : 1-0 To The Ar-se-nal!
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Roy Shanahan was joined by Neal Dobbs and David Buggle to discuss...- City lose 3 in the last 5 games- Can Newcastle win the Champions League?- Is Birmingham and Rooney a good fit?And much more!By Roy Shanahan
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Tbko League of Ireland Podcast S4E23 : Are Bradley's Days Numbered?
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The rumours are out that Stephen Bradley is no longer a happy camper at Shamrock Rovers. Is his time there nearly up?- Liam Buckley moves back to his Sporting Director role- Are Drogheda United close to securing investment in the club?- A couple of Managers secure their 2024 position in the hot seatBy Roy Shanahan
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Tbko Football Show S4E2 : Asleep At The Wheel
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Was it just a mistake or were the VAR officials just Asleep At The Wheel?- Can a foul not just be a foul anymore?- Ten Haag sees improvement in Manchester United!- How good is the standard of goalkeeping in the Premier League?By Roy Shanahan
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Tbko League of Ireland Podcast S4E23 : Who Next At Finn Harps?
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As Dave Rogers leaves his position at Finn Harps we ask 'Who will be next to sit in the Finn Harps hot seat?'- What is needed to help Galway United remain a regular club in the top tier?- WNT make it 2 out of 2 in the Nations League- UCD and Andy Myler part companyBy Roy Shanahan
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We are six games into the Premier League season and some things haven't changed from last season.... Like Chelsea being absolutely rubbish! We discuss the Blues and more including...- What is handball?- Liverpool have a fire in their belly again!- Would Bruno Fernandes get more recognition if he played for a better team like Man City?…
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Tbko League of Ireland Podcast S4E22 : Work Hard At It Lads!
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Bohemians have been working hard behind the scenes for years to redevelop Dalymount Park. Is it finally about to happen? Also..- The Irish FA release a 5-year plan for the NIFL- Jonathan Hill discusses both Stephen Kenny and Vera Pauw- The FAI cup draw makes for interesting readingBy Roy Shanahan
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Tbko League of Ireland Podcast S4E21 : Kenny In Trouble
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Four defeats out of five leave Stephen Kenny in a precarious position! We discuss, what next and most likely who next?Also...- The U21s show the seniors how it's done- Derry City and Finn Harps Stadium redevelopment news- The next Women's International manager- Look ahead to the weekend's LOI gamesBy Roy Shanahan
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Tbko League of Ireland S4 E20 : The Showground Exodus
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Many were worried about Sligo Rovers at the start of the season, halfway through it it doesn't look to be getting any better! Roy Shanahan and Nathan Doyle discuss Sligo and many other Irish football topics brought up this week....- Irish clubs in Europe- What Managers will be under pressure during the league run-in?- What will be Ireland's legacy …
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Tbko League of Ireland Podcast S4E19 : Millions
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Evan Ferguson received heaps of praise at the weekend and that was just music to Bohemian supporters everywhere!- Derry City in Europe- Irish Abroad- Do clubs underestimate the efforts of Ultra Supporters?- LOI reviewBy Roy Shanahan
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Tbko League of Ireland S4E18 : Rover and Out
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Shamrock Rovers have had a week to forget. They're not the only ones. Roy Shanahan and Nathan Doyle look at all the LOI news including...- Is Sky Sports to show LOI games?- Packie Bonner is looking for LOI clubs to be a feeder club for Celtic- Cup Competitions Galore- Women's World CupBy Roy Shanahan
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Tbko League of Ireland S4E17 : Distractions
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With the World Cup now less than two weeks away, Vera Pauw certainly didn't need any distractions to the team's preparations but that's what she got.- Will Andy Pilley's jail time see an unstable future for Waterford?- An update on redevelopment work on Richmond ParkBy Roy Shanahan
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What a week for Irish Football..... Roy Shanahan and Nathan Doyle discuss...- Mayo FC joined the league!- Drogheda United is close to securing a US investor- Robbie Keane takes a job in Israel Plus a lot more!By Roy Shanahan
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Tbko League of Ireland S4E15 : The Takeover
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Shelbourne fans are on cloud nine with the news that Acun Illcali's takeover has been completed. We discuss this and much more including....- Derry City have plans of their own- Warrenpoint to the LOI?- Which Irish player needs a move this summer?By Roy Shanahan
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It was the last day of the Premier League season and the final positions were decided.Roy Shanahan, David Buggle, and Neal Dobbs discuss where this leaves some of the clubs and what there's to do during the summer.By Roy Shanahan
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Tbko League of Ireland S4E14 : Agents Beware!
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Damien Duff likes to get things off his chest now and again. This week it was football agents and it is hard not to disagree. Roy Shanahan and Nathan Doyle discuss Damien and more..- Andy Pilley faces time in prison- Centre of Excellence in Cork is scrapped- Jon Daly takes over at St Pat's- Ireland U17's in the Euros…
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Ivan Toney was hit with an eight-month ban for breaking FA betting rules. Roy Shanahan, Neal Dobbs, and David Buggle discuss the aftermath and what the future holds for all at Brentford.Also..- The treble is on for Manchester City- Did Arsenal overachieve this season?- How do you rate Rafael Leao?- Is it time to mic up VAR?…
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