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This Is Football S03Ep07 - Mark O'Brien - A Game Of Two Hearts

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 Is Football S03Ep06 - Sideline wars and the man in the middle - Jason Corbally

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 s03ep05 - Des Kennerney

This Is Football: Season 3, Episode 5 - Featuring Des Kennerney In 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.

This Is Football S03Ep04 - Republic of Ireland u21 and Spurs Goalkeeper Josh Keeley

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

This is Football AFC - Graham Coughlan

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!