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A weekly look at all the SSE Airtricity League of Ireland Women's Premier Division action with Breifne Earley & Aaron Clarke. Each week Breifne & Aaron will be joined by players, coaches and personalities from around the country to discuss games, goals and lots more. Breifne Earley was the Head Coach of St. Francis during 2010 including their UEFA Women's Champions League campaign where they secured the first wins of any Irish club in the Champions League era. Aaron has been the leading analyst in the Women's League of Ireland for the last decade through his work with his channel The WNL Show and other media outlets.

  1. 4d ago

    Cork End the Drought, Eva Mangan Interview & Huge Weekend Ahead

    Breifne Earley and Aaron Clarke are joined by Cork City captain Eva Mangan following one of the biggest results of the SSE Airtricity League Women's Premier Division season. The show begins with Cork City's stunning 6-0 victory over Peamount United, a result which finally ended the club's winless run and delivered a huge boost to morale. Eva joins the show to discuss the performance, the challenges of the season so far, and what the result means for the squad moving forward. The panel also review the rest of the weekend's league action. Treaty United's impressive 3-0 win away to DLR Waves, Shelbourne's dramatic late draw against an in-form Sligo Rovers, Galway United dropping points against Waterford, Wexford and Bohemians sharing the spoils, and Athlone Town's important victory over Shamrock Rovers are all examined in detail. Attention then turns to a huge weekend ahead. The panel preview: Shamrock Rovers v Wexford FCWaterford FC v Cork CityTreaty United v Sligo Rovers (Live on TG4) alongside the All-Island Cup semi-finals: Shelbourne v BohemiansGalway United v Peamount United The show also includes discussion on the FAI Women's Cup First Round, the latest Women's Development League Cup action, and Ireland's World Cup Playoff prospects as Carla Ward's side prepare for a crucial trip to Kazakhstan. 🎧 Listen now: https://www.finalwhistle.ie/soccer/loiwomen-s6-e25/

    1h 22m

  2. Jun 16

    Late Winners, Big Changes & League Return Preview

    Breifne Earley and Aaron Clarke look back on a busy week across Irish women’s football, reviewing the All-Island Cup quarter-finals, the FAI Women’s Cup Preliminary Round and the stories making headlines across the game. The show begins with a review of the All-Island Cup quarter-finals, where Peamount United knocked out Shamrock Rovers, Bohemians secured a late winner away to Treaty United, Shelbourne overcame Cliftonville, and Galway United produced a dramatic stoppage-time victory over Linfield Women to book their place in the semi-finals. Attention then turns to the FAI Women’s Cup Preliminary Round, with discussion around the results and the subsequent draw as clubs continue their journey towards national silverware. Off the field, the panel discuss the return of Alban Hysa to the League of Ireland as the new manager of Peamount United, one of the most significant coaching appointments of the season. There is also discussion around the announcement that Treaty United and Limerick FC will unite senior football in Limerick from the 2027 season, a landmark development that could reshape the football landscape in the region for years to come. Aaron also looks ahead to the upcoming World Cup Playoff Draw before attention turns back to domestic football with a full preview of Saturday's SSE Airtricity League Women's Premier Division fixtures. The panel preview: Cork City v Peamount UnitedDLR Waves v Treaty UnitedShelbourne v Sligo RoversGalway United v Waterford FCWexford FC v BohemiansAthlone Town v Shamrock Rovers as the league resumes following the cup break.

    57 min

  3. Jun 12

    Ireland, Coaching, League Growth & All-Island Cup Quarter-Finals

    Breifne Earley is joined by Aaron Clarke, Avril Brierley and former DLR Waves manager Lar Mahony for a wide-ranging episode covering international football, coaching, player development and the continued growth of the women’s game in Ireland. The panel begin by discussing Ireland’s recent fixtures against the Netherlands and France, assessing where the team currently stands and what remains possible in the race for World Cup qualification. Attention then turns to Lar Mahony’s long involvement in the women’s game. He reflects on the early years of the National League, the progress made over the last decade and a half, and the evolution of standards both on and off the pitch. Lar also looks back on his time managing DLR Waves and recalls winning the FAI Cup with UCD, sharing some of the lessons and experiences that shaped his coaching career. The conversation then explores Lar’s coaching philosophy, player development and the importance of creating environments where players can thrive both on and off the field. The panel also discuss the publication of Lar’s latest book, Move Yourself, the third release in the Big Picture Coaching series, which focuses on personal growth, leadership and coaching principles. Finally, attention turns to this weekend’s All-Island Cup quarter-finals, with a full preview of the remaining teams and the key storylines as the competition moves into the knockout stages. Move Yourself can be ordered via: 🌐 www.bigpicturecoachingireland.com 🎧 Listen now: https://www.finalwhistle.ie/soccer/loiwomen-s6-e23/

    52 min

  4. Jun 2

    42 Goals, Late Drama & Quarter-Final Places Decided

    Breifne Earley and Aaron Clarke are joined this week by Sligo Rovers striker Sydney Stephens as they review a dramatic final round of group-stage action in the All-Island Cup. The episode begins with Sydney reflecting on Sligo Rovers' weekend, including the events that led to her dismissal and the sending-off of manager Gavin Hughes during their defeat to Linfield (0:48). She discusses the incident, the emotions involved and her perspective after reviewing the game. The conversation then turns to the match itself (4:10), before a wider discussion around officiating and the appointment of a former league-winning Linfield player to referee games involving the club (20:09). Sydney also reflects on an incredible month of May (25:15), having scored eight goals across all competitions and helping drive Sligo Rovers' recent resurgence. The football review begins with Group A (32:36), where Linfield secured top spot with a comprehensive victory over Sligo Rovers, while Wexford FC produced an impressive 5-1 win away to Shamrock Rovers. Group D (36:46) saw Shelbourne top the section with a 6-1 victory over Glentoran, while Bohemians' 5-0 win over Waterford secured the final quarter-final place. Group B (52:55) featured victories for Galway United and Peamount United, with Eleanor Ryan Doyle scoring four times as the holders advanced. The panel also discuss the departure of Peamount United manager Gary Seery following confirmation that work commitments have forced him to step away from the role. Group C (54:56) provided some of the weekend's biggest drama as Treaty United defeated Athlone Town to top the group and eliminate the Midlanders. The discussion also covers Athlone's appointment of new manager Lily Agg and Cork City's remarkable collapse against Cliftonville after leading 3-0 and playing with an extra player before conceding a last-gasp equaliser. Later in the show (1:20:40), the panel discuss the FAI Women's Amateur Cup quarter-finals and explain how qualification for the FAI Women's Senior Cup now works for Development League and non-league teams. The episode concludes with a look ahead to Ireland's upcoming international fixtures against France and the Netherlands (1:33:58).

    1h 40m

  5. May 28

    Remini Tillotson Interview & All-Island Cup Preview

    Breifne Earley is joined by Emma Kate Dineen and Aaron Clarke for a full preview of this weekend’s All-Island Cup fixtures, alongside an exclusive interview with Galway United star Remini Tillotson. The panel begin with Group A action (3:02), where Shamrock Rovers host Wexford FC while Sligo Rovers travel north to face Linfield. Attention then turns to Group B (8:15), featuring Galway United against DLR Waves and Peamount United’s clash with Lisburn Rangers. Group C discussion (11:37) centres around Treaty United v Athlone Town in what promises to be one of the ties of the weekend, while Cork City travel to face Cliftonville. Group D (19:59) rounds off the preview with Bohemians taking on Waterford and Shelbourne travelling to face Glentoran. The feature interview begins with an introduction at 25:56 before the full conversation with Remini Tillotson starts at 27:00. The Galway United attacker reflects on her spectacular equalising strike against Athlone Town last weekend, the celebration that followed, and the emotions surrounding one of the biggest moments of the season so far. In a lighter moment later in the episode (56:28), Emma Kate Dineen perhaps puts herself under unnecessary pressure by comparing her upcoming charity match appearance in St. Coleman’s Park, Cobh to Tillotson’s wondergoal. 🎧 Listen now: https://www.finalwhistle.ie/soccer/loiwomen-s6-e21/

    59 min

  6. May 26

    Late Galway Drama, Sligo’s Big Win & Full League Review

    Breifne Earley is joined by Aaron Clarke and Emma Kate Dineen to break down another dramatic weekend in the SSE Airtricity League Women’s Premier Division. The episode begins with the standout game of the weekend as Galway United produced a stunning late comeback to defeat Athlone Town (5:53). With Athlone reduced to ten players and seemingly on course for a valuable away result, Galway struck twice late on — including a sensational equaliser from Remini Tillotson before Niamh Farrelly completed the turnaround deep into stoppage time. Attention then turns to Shelbourne’s impressive away victory over Peamount United (23:02), where the visitors responded brilliantly after falling behind early to secure an important statement win. Sligo Rovers’ emphatic 4-0 victory over Cork City (33:09) is next on the agenda, with Sydney Stephens continuing her outstanding form as the Bit O’Red produced one of their strongest performances of the season. Shamrock Rovers’ composed win over DLR Waves (45:46) is also reviewed, with the Hoops continuing to strengthen their position near the top of the table. Treaty United’s draw with Wexford FC (55:20) and Bohemians’ stalemate against Waterford FC (1:06:09) round off the match discussions. The panel also examine the latest league table as Galway United extend their lead at the summit, Athlone remain firmly in contention despite defeat, and the battle for European places continues to intensify behind them. Match footage included with permission of the Football Association of Ireland, SSE Airtricity League of Ireland, TG4 and LOITV. 🎧 Listen / Watch now: https://www.finalwhistle.ie/soccer/loiwomen-s6-e20/

    1h 14m

  7. May 22

    Sligo Resurgence, Title Race Pressure & League Realities

    Breifne Earley is joined by Aaron Clarke and former Ireland international goalkeeper Niamh Reid Burke to review another fascinating weekend in the SSE Airtricity League Women’s Premier Division. The panel break down all six games from across the division, beginning with DLR Waves’ draw against Cork City and Sligo Rovers’ impressive away victory over Waterford, as Sydney Stephens and Cara Jordan continued the Bit O’Red’s strong recent form. Attention then turns to Shamrock Rovers’ scoreless draw with Bohemians and Shelbourne’s stalemate with Galway United, with discussion around Rovers finally beginning to show the style of play they had initially set out to implement this season. Wexford FC’s emphatic win over Peamount United and Athlone Town’s narrow victory over Treaty United are also reviewed, with Dana Scheriff once again proving decisive. Beyond the results, the episode also explores some of the wider talking points around the league. The panel discuss the ongoing managerial situation at Athlone Town and whether a former Irish international could emerge as a candidate for the role, while also examining the realities of participation in European competition — including the financial demands and off-field pressures placed on clubs and players. There is also discussion around the personal sacrifices required to compete in the league following confirmation that Dublin-based Abby Rooney has departed Sligo Rovers, highlighting the commitment and travel demands faced by many players throughout the season. 🎧 Watch / Listen now: https://www.finalwhistle.ie/soccer/loiwomen-s6-e19/

    1h 24m

  8. May 14

    All-Island Cup Review, NCAA Discussion & Return to League Action

    Breifne Earley is joined by Méabh de Búrca and Aaron Clarke for a packed episode reviewing the latest action in the All-Island Cup and looking ahead to the return of SSE Airtricity League Women’s Premier Division football this weekend. The show begins with discussion around the wedding of former international Phil Trill (2:20), before attention turns to the news that Peamount United midfielder Sorcha Melia is set to move to the NCAA this autumn (3:03). The panel explore the increasing trend of Irish players heading to the United States for college football and where those pathways can eventually lead. The conversation then shifts to Cork City’s decision to leave Twitter/X (13:12), before discussion on the appointment of Paula Brady as Head of Referees with the Football Association of Ireland (18:12). Attention then turns to recent discussion surrounding Shamrock Rovers’ training and staffing situation (21:02), before the show reviews all of the goals from last weekend’s All-Island Cup fixtures (33:17). Group A action featured Shamrock Rovers’ win over Sligo Rovers and Wexford FC’s late draw against Linfield, with discussion on the group standings. (41:13) Group B saw Peamount United and Galway United both record emphatic victories. (45:30) In Group C, Cork City and Treaty United shared a scoreless draw while Cliftonville edged Athlone Town in a dramatic contest. (49:48) Group D featured Shelbourne’s derby win over Bohemians and Waterford’s impressive result away to Glentoran. (54:09) The panel then preview this weekend’s return to league action (1:01:45), including clashes between Shamrock Rovers and Bohemians, Shelbourne and Galway United, and Athlone Town against Treaty United. The episode concludes with a look ahead to the upcoming international break and Ireland’s fixtures against France and the Netherlands (1:16:31). 🎧 Listen / Watch now: https://www.finalwhistle.ie/soccer/loiwomen-s6-e18/

    1h 22m
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A weekly look at all the SSE Airtricity League of Ireland Women's Premier Division action with Breifne Earley & Aaron Clarke. Each week Breifne & Aaron will be joined by players, coaches and personalities from around the country to discuss games, goals and lots more. Breifne Earley was the Head Coach of St. Francis during 2010 including their UEFA Women's Champions League campaign where they secured the first wins of any Irish club in the Champions League era. Aaron has been the leading analyst in the Women's League of Ireland for the last decade through his work with his channel The WNL Show and other media outlets.

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