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Derry City v Shamrock Rovers Match Preview- League of Ireland Premier Division
The top two collide at the Brandywell on Sunday afternoon in what will be the hosts final home game of what has been a successful season for Derry City. Tiernan Lynch took over in preseason and has had fair share of critics at various stages over the season. Despite this, he has his side mathematically…
Read MoreStatement of Thanks: Derry O’Mahony Charity Match
LOI Talk would like to extend its deepest thanks to everyone who made the Derry O’Mahony Charity Match such a special and successful event. We are grateful to all the players who took time out of their busy lives to make it down and participate in the game and make this event so successful. We…
Read MoreAll You Need To Know: Derry O’Mahony Charity Match
This Saturday August 9th, LOITalk is delighted to be holding the Derry O’Mahony Charity Match in aid of the Irish Cancer Society and ASIAM Ireland at St.Colmans Park home of League of Ireland side Cobh Ramblers with kick off at 7:30 PM Who Is The Game Being Held For: Derry O’Mahony was a father of…
Read MoreLinfield FC Scouting Report: Tactical Breakdown & Key Threats
2024 League of Ireland Premier Division champions Shelbourne take on 2024/25 NIFL Premiership winners Linfield in an all-Ireland Champions League qualifier. In theory, these are the two best teams each side of the border has to offer, and it’s set to be a mouthwatering tie, kicking off at Tolka Park on Wednesday, July 9th. Regular…
Read MoreKerry Player Dropped Due To Disciplinary Issue
During Colin Healy’s post match interview on Friday he was asked why Daniel Okwute (a regular starter for Kerry) was named in the squad but was later dropped… Healy stated that Okwute was left out of the squad for being late. “We have rules here and discipline is very important. Daniel was late so Daniel…
Read More“Money is not an issue”: Cork City owner Dermot Usher pledges backing amid fan backlash
Cork City owner Dermot Usher faced a mixed reception during a fan forum held ahead of Friday night’s clash with St Patrick’s Athletic. Speaking candidly, Usher said he was “disappointed” by the protests directed at him but was particularly disheartened by chants targeting the players, including cries of “You’re not fit to wear the shirt.”…
Read MoreWanderers welcome UCD in crucial playoff clash
Bray return back to the Carlisle after two games in Munster to face UCD, who will make the twenty minute trip down the N11. Bray Wanderers will hope to recover tonight, off the back of two disappointing losses in their last two since the break, against Treaty and Kerry. This is a huge game for…
Read MoreAll-Ireland Football Fixtures on the Rise and the Role of Fan Conduct in Keeping the Dream Alive
In the long, winding story of Irish football—north and south—the chapters that feature cross-border clashes have always carried a particular weight. Be it in the realm of curiosity, controversy, or camaraderie, these rare fixtures between League of Ireland and Northern Irish clubs have often served as more than just 90 minutes of play. They have…
Read MoreGer Nash’s first transfer window
As I write this piece it is currently the 18th of June and we are 13 days away from the start of the summer Transfer Window. Needless to say it is going to have to be a busy one on Leeside. Cork City currently find themselves bottom of the pile in 10th position, 2 points…
Read MoreRating: Each First Division Club’s Season So Far
Words and photos by Luke O’Mahony These rankings include factors such as: ‘Expectation v Reality’, ‘Recent Form’, ‘Hope Going Forward’ etc. Athlone Town: Expectations were high given the season the midlanders had last year but some big departures left a large number of fans speculating how far they could go. Athlone started their 2025 campaign…
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