• BREAKING: Damien Duff Resigns as Shelbourne Manager

    Jamie Daly | June 22, 2025

    The Irish Examiner broke the shocking news of Shelbourne manager Damien Duff resigning, following his side’s 1-0 defeat at home to Derry City. After winning the League of Ireland Premier Division title in 2024, this season hasn’t brought the same highs. Duff appeared unable to recreate the magic, and as a result, he has stepped…

  • Drogheda United’s European Journey Could be Over Before it Even Starts

    Jamie Daly | June 1, 2025

    Just over a month before the begging of the UEFA Conference League qualifying stages, 2024 FAI Cup champions Drogheda United were dealt with a huge potential blow that could prevent them from competing for a league phase spot. Trivela Group, a U.S based sports investment firm, officially acquired Drogheda United in November 2023, other clubs…

  • Arsenal Favourites to Sign Shamrock Rovers Youngster Victor Ozhianvuna

    Jamie Daly | April 23, 2025

    Arsenal are reportedly the favourites to sign 16 year old Shamrcok Rovers midfielder Victor Ozhianvuna on a pre-contract. Ozhianvuna made his debut for the Hoops earlier this year coming on as a substitute in the opening game of the season against Bohemians at the Aviva Stadium, where he was one of Stephen Bradley’s most impressive…

  • CORK DESERVES ANOTHER FATE

    LOI Talk | April 19, 2025

    It was shaping up to be a cracking Friday. At Doyle’s Corner in Dublin 7, I savored two perfectly poured pints of Guinness for €6.50 each, a price that fits the working-class spirit around Dalymount Park. The vibe was electric, and the anticipation for Cork City’s clash with Bohemians was palpable. On the pitch, City…

  • Cork City hit with another injury blow

    LOI Talk | February 12, 2025

    Malik Dijksteel is set to miss Cork City’s season opener against Galway United, Tim Clancy has confirmed.  The former Feyenoord academy player has had a successful preseason on Leeside, scoring 3 goals. But the Dutch winger picked up an injury in the Munster Senior Cup quarter final last Friday night in a 2-1 loss to…

  • Former City legend returns as Cork City host Galway United in the season opener!

    LOI Talk | February 11, 2025

    A huge game awaits the Leesiders in the opening game of the season. A forgettable 2023 season for Cork City, ending in relegation following multiple managerial alterations, along with panic recruitment and a change in ownership. A swift return followed, with City winning the First Division by 22 points at the first time of asking. …

  • Shelbourne vs Drogheda United: 2025 Presidents Cup Preview

    Jamie Daly | February 3, 2025

    The 11th addition of the men’s presidents cup will see 2024 Premier Division champions Shelbourne take on 2024 FAI Cup winners Drogheda United at Tolka Park on Friday to kick off the LOI season. The 2025 Presidents Cup will be the first time both Drogheda and Shelbourne have competed for the trophy and will also…

  • Virgin Media secure exclusive LOI broadcasting rights

    Jamie Daly | January 27, 2025

    Virgin Media Television have confirmed a 4 year deal with the League of Ireland to be the exclusive broadcasters of the League of Ireland Premier Division. Monday morning saw the announcement of a landmark exclusive 4 year broadcasting deal where Virgin Media will broadcast 36 LOI Premier Division games a season, 1 every match week….