RTÉ Soccer Podcast: First impressions of Carla Ward's Ireland era, LOI review and third tier talk

February 25, 2025
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Carla Ward's Republic of Ireland is up for discussion as they look to build on the 1-0 over Turkey ahead of Tuesday's second UEFA Women's Nations League match in Slovenia.

The weekend's League of Ireland news and action is reviewed, including the way in which Shamrock Rovers v Cork City was postponed shortly before kick-off, while the Hoops' European exit and the passing deadline for clubs applying to join a mooted third tier is also on the menu.

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00:20 Rachel and Anthony analyse Ireland's 1-0 win over Turkey and potential tweaks and changes for Tuesday's second Nations League clash in Slovenia, as well as interview clips of Carla Ward, Denise O'Sullivan and Megan Campbell.

22:05 Rachel will be in action for Shelbourne in the Women's President's Cup against Athlone Town and looks ahead to Saturday's curtain-raiser

26:15 Richie and Barry reminisce about playing against each other and sharing a FIFA cover

27:10 Review of Shamrock Rovers' Conference League exit on penalties against Molde

34:50 Barry and Richie on the late nature of the Shamrock Rovers v Cork City postponement

39:25 Weekend LOI review and build-up to Shelbourne v Shamrock Rovers

57:10 The mooted LOI third tier and potential clubs keen on applying, dealing with the first Friday-Monday-Friday cycle of the season and an eye towards St Pat's v Derry City next Monday.


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