RTÉ Soccer Podcast: Damien Duff's shock exit and what next for Shels? Ireland in the USA and brilliant Bohs
Former SSE Airtricity Men's Premier Division title winners Alan Cawley and David McMillan join Raf Diallo to react to Damien Duff's shock Shelbourne exit, the European draw for League of Ireland clubs and the weekend's domestic results including Bohemians' derby win over Shamrock Rovers, while Shels midfielder Rachel Graham looks ahead to this week's two Republic of Ireland women's friendlies versus USA and details Saturday's league action.
TIMESTAMPS
01:20 Alan and David give their takes on Damien Duff's unexpected decision to resign as Shelbourne manager on Sunday and how the void at Tolka Park might be filled in the shorter and longer-term.
23:25 David and Alan react to the Champions League and Conference League draws that have pitted Shelbourne against Linfield - first leg live on RTÉ on 9 July - and St Patrick's Athletic versus Lithuanian opponents.
32:35 Rachel discusses the Republic of Ireland women's two friendlies in the USA, what to expect from the world number one side and what the future may hold for Aoife Mannion and Heather Payne after being released by Manchester United and Everton respectively.
44:30 Rachel runs through Saturday's Women's Premier Division action including her Shelbourne side's win over Sligo Rovers where team-mate Kate Mooney plundered a hat-trick and their FAI Cup opponents Galway United put seven past Waterford. Plus, she talks about Damien Duff's impact at Shels at large.
56:15 Alan and David review the latest SSE Airtricity Men's Premier Division matches including Bohemians' impressive derby win over leaders Shamrock Rovers, a vital victory for Sligo Rovers and St Patrick's Athletic continuing downturn in form, while David also shares his view on former club Dundalk who have seen their lead in the First Division whittled down to the bare minimum.
Hashtags
Try Our AI Features
Explore what Daily8 AI can do for you:
Comments
No comments yet...
Related Articles
RTÉ News
an hour ago
- RTÉ News
French Football League confirms Lyon's relegation over financial difficulties
French giants Lyon have been relegated to Ligue 2 after failing to convince authorities they have resolved their financial difficulties. The seven-time French champions were hit with a provisional relegation back in November after racking up massive debts, and although they have since sold a number of first-team players, French football watchdog the DNCG upheld the relegation following meetings on Tuesday. The decision was announced by the French Football League on Tuesday evening. Monaco, Nantes and Paris FC will face no further action. Although Lyon can still appeal against the ruling, the decision to relegate a club that won seven consecutive titles between 2001-02 and 2007-08, and reached the semi-finals of the Champions League as recently as 2020, will send shockwaves through French football. The club's president John Textor told L'Equipe last week he was confident the club's financial position had been resolved, having said back in November there was "no chance" the club would be relegated. Textor is in the process of selling his shares in Premier League club Crystal Palace, who are at risk of being denied their place in the Europa League next season as Lyon have also qualified after finishing sixth in Ligue 1. A sale to Woody Johnson, owner of the NFL's New York Jets, has been agreed but the Premier League is yet to ratify the deal and Johnson must yet pass the Premier League's owners' and directors' test. After receiving the provisional relegation last year, Lyon sold the likes of Said Benrahma, Anthony Lopes and Maxence Caqueret in January, and this summer they have already sold Rayan Cherki to Manchester City.
The Irish Sun
an hour ago
- The Irish Sun
Ex-Crystal Palace owner John Textor considering shock Championship club takeover
JOHN TEXTOR is reportedly considering a takeover of Sheffield Wednesday after selling his shares in Crystal Palace to save their European dream. 1 John Textor could look to take over Sheffield Wednesday after selling his Crystal Palace shares Credit: Reuters Textor made the move after Palace saw their place in next season's Europa League come under threat. The Eagles qualified for the competition after winning the FA Cup final. But Textor's other club, French giants Lyon, had qualified through their Ligue 1 finish. And Uefa rules meant that Palace would have been unable to participate unless Textor walked away. READ MORE IN FOOTBALL Now, he could be set for an immediate return to England with stricken The Championship club are no longer being funded by wantaway owner Dejphon Chansiri, who has Wednesday's former owner But Most read in Football BEST FREE BETS AND BETTING SIGN UP OFFERS Like many suitors, Textor is likely to see Wednesday as sleeping giants who would be revitalised by a return to the Premier League. It comes after another American consortium revealed plans to build a new 55,000-seater stadium should they replace Chansiri. Crystal Palace could be KICKED OUT of Europa League before a ball is even kicked Adam Shaw said: 'Sheffield Wednesday are nowhere in America. We sell zero shirts and have no commercial presence there – that's got to change. 'With the World Cup in the US next year and with the individuals we have in our ownership group, we could easily become Florida's English football team. 'We should and can be way bigger than Wrexham. Ryan Reynolds would give his left leg to have what we already have at Wednesday in terms of our history and fanbase. Let's use that. 'We wouldn't do anything without consulting the fans, but we think the club should have a home where people can park more easily and have up-to-date facilities. 'If we want to create a culture that ensures we become a sustainable, competitive and successful Premier League side, then we must be proactive. Premier League clubs are all upgrading their stadiums.'
Irish Examiner
an hour ago
- Irish Examiner
Lyon relegated to Ligue 2 over financial problems
French giants Lyon have been relegated to Ligue 2 after failing to convince authorities they have resolved their financial difficulties. The seven-time French champions were hit with a provisional relegation back in November after racking up massive debts, and although they have since sold a number of first-team players, French football watchdog the DNCG upheld the relegation following meetings on Tuesday. The decision was announced by the French Football League (LFP) on Tuesday evening. Monaco, Nantes and Paris FC will face no further action. Although Lyon can still appeal against the ruling, the decision to relegate a club that won seven consecutive titles between 2001-02 and 2007-08, and reached the semi-finals of the Champions League as recently as 2020, will send shockwaves through French football. The club's president John Textor told L'Equipe last week he was confident the club's financial position had been resolved, having said back in November there was "no chance" the club would be relegated. Textor is in the process of selling his shares in Premier League club Crystal Palace, who are at risk of being denied their place in the Europa League next season as Lyon have also qualified after finishing sixth in Ligue 1. A sale to Woody Johnson, owner of the NFL's New York Jets, has been agreed but the Premier League is yet to ratify the deal and Johnson must yet pass the Premier League's owners' and directors' test. After receiving the provisional relegation last year, Lyon sold the likes of Said Benrahma, Anthony Lopes and Maxence Caqueret in January, and this summer they have already sold Rayan Cherki to Manchester City.
