Bits & Bobs: Man City's latest flop | The tightest Division 1 in history? | Hurling's League problem
Joe Molloy, Will Slattery and Conor McKeon gather for the latest Bits & Bobs just in time for the return of the national football and hurling leagues. The team discuss how relegation battles will change hurling’s race, break down one of football’s more bizarre rule changes, and talk about the competitiveness of football’s top divisions. Also: Manchester City at risk of Champions League drop as new format starts to pay dividends; women’s football sees its first million-dollar transfer; the defence for ‘Ireland’s Call’ among Six Nations anthems. If you'd like to come along to the first edition of Indo Sport Live with Martin Johnson & Keith Wood, head over to Ticketmaster for information on how you can attend: https://www.ticketmaster.ie/six-nations-preview-dublin-29-01-2025/event/1800619187310C73See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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The rise of 'dodgy boxes' — will you get caught for using one? | Champions League round-up | Amorim angst
Joe is joined by Irish Independent Technology Editor Adrian Weckler and Daily Telegraph Chief Sports Reporter Jeremy Wilson to discuss the amount of fans using 'dodgy boxes' to illegally stream sporting events and how Premier League broadcasters are fighting back. Ronan and Will also chat to Joe about Ruben Amorim's latest fiery press conference, Tuesday night's Champions League ties and the changing landscape of sports subscriptions. If you'd like to come along to the first edition of Indo Sport Live on January 29th, head over to Ticketmaster for information on how you can attend: https://www.ticketmaster.ie/six-nations-preview-dublin-29-01-2025/event/1800619187310C73 🎟️See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Bits & Bobs — Mailbag edition ✉️
Joe Molloy, Conan Doherty and Ronan Mullen assemble for this week's first installment of Bits & Bobs, as the lads delve into the listener mailbag to discuss everything from sport's novel/errant attempts at enticing new audiences, to the power of emotion & envy. And if you'd like to come along to the first edition of Indo Sport Live, head over to Ticketmaster for information on how you can attend: https://www.ticketmaster.ie/six-nations-preview-dublin-29-01-2025/event/1800619187310C73 🎟️ If you'd like to get in touch with the show, email us at [email protected]. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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The fall of Parnells | How 'the richest GAA club in Ireland' was left fighting for its future
Joe is joined by Dermot Crowe of the Sunday Independent to discuss how Parnells GAA went from selling land for over €22m to surrendering their club grounds and entering liquidation. Stephen Cluxton's home club was once one of the wealthiest in the country but Dermot explains how financial problems have left Parnells facing an uncertain future.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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The Rugby Show | Jack Crowley reignites Ireland debate | Leinster 'frailties' exposed
Joe is joined by Cian Tracey & Eddie O'Sullivan to recap the final round of Champions Cup pool action and look ahead to the knockout stages. Eddie isn't a fan of the Champions Cup format, and explains why he thinks it's flawed while he also breaks down the difficulties facing South African sides as they try to play across two hemispheres. Munster's dramatic defeat in Northampton and the defensive issues Bath caused Leinster are on the menu too. If you'd like to come along to the first edition of Indo Sport Live with Martin Johnson & Keith Wood, head over to Ticketmaster for information on how you can attend: https://www.ticketmaster.ie/six-nations-preview-dublin-29-01-2025/event/1800619187310C73 🎟️ Our rugby coverage is brought to you by Energia.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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