OTB's Sunday Paper Review

Episodes

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  Sunday Paper Review UNLOCKED: FAI Cup Final Preview | OTB 08.11.2026 15m

  Shane Hannon is back in studio to bring you this week's instalment of the Sunday Paper Review with Dan McDonnell and Paul O'Hehir where they will give a comprehensive look at today's back pages. Here's a sneak peak of the episode this week where they looked ahead to today's FAI Cup Final...The Sunday Paper Review on Off The Ball
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  SUNDAY PAPER REVIEW UNLOCKED: Is Ronan O'Gara too Munster to coach Leinster? | OTB 01.11.2026 13m

  Shane Hannon is joined in studio by Orla McElroy and Shane McEntee to bring you this week's instalment of the Sunday Paper Review where they will be looking at all the biggest sports stories of the week!Here's a snippet of their rugby chat!The Sunday Paper Review on Off The Ball
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  SUNDAY PAPER REVIEW | Munster's URC Derby Defeat, Carrick's Utd Crisis and GAA/AFL drain | FREE SNIPPET 25.10.2026 25m

  This is just part of a much larger conversation that is available for Off The Ball Members now! Become a member and sign up at offtheball.com/join.Shane Hannon is joined in studio by Irish Daily Mail rugby writer Hugh Farrelly and former Meath manager Colm O'Rourke to analyze the Sunday sports headlines. The panel breaks down Leinster's 24–18 URC victory over Munster, questions why Munster supplied only two players to Andy Farrell's 36-man Ireland squad, reflects on James McClean's autobiography comments alongside Mark Allen's emotional mental health interview, evaluates Michael Carrick's mounting pressure at Manchester United and looks at the Irish GAA player drain to AFL.The Sunday Paper Review on off the ball is brought to you by the Road Safety Authority to remind people this bank holiday weekend that the road is a shared space. When crossing the road, always check for oncoming vehicles.
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  FREE SNIPPET | The Sunday Paper Review | "They're Determined to Try and Smash the Rules": Man City Financial Fallout, Souness on Declan Rice | Off The Ball 11.10.2026 11m

  This is just part of a much larger conversation that is available for Off The Ball Members now! Become a member and sign up at offtheball.com/join. Shane Hannon is joined in studio by Declan Lynch and Gavin Cummiskey to comb through the best sports writing and back-page headlines. The panel breaks down Manchester City's financial breach verdict ahead of their clash with Liverpool at Anfield, Gavin reflects on the surreal atmosphere covering Ireland's fixtures against Israel in the Balkans. Plus, they examine Graeme Souness' take on Declan Rice, Luke Littler and darts fame, and GAA county final culture.The Sunday Paper Review on Off The Ball
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  The Sunday Paper Review UNLOCKED: "Proof Positive That You Can't Keep Politics Out of Sport": FAI Serbia Presser Chaos | Off The Ball 04.10.2026 28m

  This is a free snippet of a much larger and in-depth conversationShane Hannon is joined in the studio by sports journalist and broadcaster Clíona Foley for the Sunday Paper Review to break down a chaotic week in Irish and international sport.Become a member and sign up at offtheball.com/join .
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  Sunday Paper Review UNLOCKED | "Standing Up for Something Bigger": Gavin Bazunu's Ireland Withdrawl | FAI Leadership Chaos | Off The Ball 27.09.2026 28m

  Orla McElroy and Paul O'Hehir join John Duggan for the Sunday Paper Review to break down a momentous day in Irish football as goalkeeper Gavin Bazunu boycotted Ireland's Nations League fixture against Israel over the ongoing war in Gaza. The panel criticizes the FAI board and UEFA for a total absence of leadership that left young players exposed to intense political fallout and internal dressing room splits.Enjoy a short snippet of today's Sunday Paper Review. Subscribe to Off the Ball to get the full episode every Sunday, as well as around-the-clock unmissable sports content every day. The Sunday Paper Review on Off The Ball  
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  The Sunday Paper Review UNLOCKED | "Mindsets, Misgivings, and Mutiny" | GAA Integration Crisis | Shane Lowry's Doonbeg Charge | OFF THE BALL 13.09.2026 37m

  Shane Hannon is joined by Nadine Doherty and Shane McEntee to dissect the biggest sports stories across the back pages. The panel breaks down the explosive fallout following Mary McAleese's departure from the Gaelic Games integration steering group, evaluating financial misgivings, AFLW player drain, and governance hurdles stalling the 2027 roadmap. Plus, they react to Shane Lowry taking a four-shot lead into the final round of the Irish Open at Doonbeg amidst Donald Trump's chaotic arrival.Enjoy a short snippet of today's Sunday Paper Review. Subscribe to Off the Ball to get the full episode every Sunday, as well as around-the-clock unmissable sports content every day. The Sunday Paper Review on Off The Ball  
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  The Sunday Paper Review UNLOCKED | Queen Katie’s Croke Park Coronation | OTB 06.09.2026 33m

  Shane Hannon is joined in studio by Gavan Casey and Paul O'Hehir to digest an iconic, historic night at Croke Park as Katie Taylor bows out of boxing on her own terms, laying down her gloves as a three-time undisputed world champion in front of 82,000 adoring fans. The panel reflects on the electric, championship-match atmosphere in Dublin and her legendary sporting legacy. Enjoy a short snippet of today's Sunday Paper Review. Subscribe to Off the Ball to get the full episode every Sunday, as well as around-the-clock unmissable sports content every day. The Sunday Paper Review on Off The Ball  
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  The Sunday Paper Review UNLOCKED | Katie Taylor's impact on Irish sport | Parrott's move to Betis 30.08.2026 17m

  Shane Hannon is joined by Roy Curtis and Glenn Ryan for this week's instalment of the Sunday Paper Review as they look over the back pages and top sporting stories from the past week.  Enjoy a short snippet of today's Sunday Paper Review. Subscribe to Off the Ball to get the full episode every Sunday, as well as around-the-clock unmissable sports content every day. The Sunday Paper Review on Off The Ball  
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  The Sunday Paper Review UNLOCKED | Manchester United's Hull Collapse, Pep vs Mourinho, and the GAA Australia departures | Off The Ball 23.08.2026 37m

  Shane Hannon is joined in studio by David Sneyd and Kieran Shannon to dissect the biggest sport stories across the back pages. Enjoy a short snippet of today's Sunday Paper Review.Subscribe to Off the Ball to get the full episode every Sunday, as well as around-the-clock unmissable sports content every day.The Sunday Paper Review on Off The Ball
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  The Sunday Paper Review UNLOCKED | Billionaire Sharks and Golden Girls | Off The Ball 16.08.2026 29m

  Fiona Hayes, Philip Lanigan and Shane Hannon react to a historic "golden era" for Irish sport following Kate O'Connor’s heptathlon triumph and Ellen Walsh’s second gold of the week.Enjoy a short snippet of today's Sunday Paper Review.Subscribe to Off the Ball to get the full episode every Sunday, as well as around-the-clock unmissable sports content every day.The Sunday Paper Review on Off The Ball
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  The Sunday Paper Review Unlocked 26.07.2026 24m

  Orla McElroy and Glenn Ryan join John Duggan for today's Sunday Paper Review.Enjoy a short snippet of today's Sunday Paper Review. Subscribe to Off the Ball to get the full episode every Sunday, as well as around-the-clock unmissable sports content every day.
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  Sunday Paper Review UNLOCKED 19.07.2026 20m

  Enjoy a short snippet of today's Sunday Paper Review. Subscribe to Off the Ball to get the full episode every Sunday, as well as around-the-clock unmissable sports content every day.
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  The Sunday Paper review UNLOCKED 31.05.2026 16m

  It's The Sunday Paper Review on Off The Ball - today John Duggan is in the hotseat and is joined by former Meath star and manager Colm O'Rourke, and ex-Irish rugby international Jackie Shiels.The Sunday Paper Review on Off The Ball.
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  The Sunday Paper Review UNLOCKED | Donegal Win in Killarney 24.05.2026 21m

  Hugh Farrelly and Clíona Foley join Adrian Barry in studio to discuss a riveting weekend of sport in the Sunday Paper Review. The trio discussed the fallout from Donegal's convincing win over All-Ireland champions Kerry in Killarney yesterday, as well as Leinster's damaging Champions Cup final loss in Bilbao.To listen to the Sunday Paper Review in full, as well as all the other unmissable Off the Ball content, subscribe here: https://www.offtheball.com/uncategorized/join-in-the-obsession-1494916The Sunday Paper Review on Off the Ball.
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  THE SUNDAY PAPER REVIEW | The occasion awaiting Ireland in the Aviva | Westmeath's year (So far) 17.05.2026 1h 20m

  Adrian Barry is joined in studio by Kieran Cunningham and Fiona Hayes for this week's Sunday Paper Review, looking at all the top sporting stories across the Sunday morning broadsheets.From the occasion awaiting the Irish women in the Aviva this afternoon, to Celtic's Scottish title, and Westmeath's year (so far), there's plenty to sink your teeth into over the next hour!
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  The Sunday Paper Review UNLOCKED 03.05.2026 20m

  Enjoy a short snippet of today's Sunday Paper Review. Subscribe to Off the Ball to get the full episode every Sunday, as well as around-the-clock unmissable sports content every day.
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  The Sunday Paper Review UNLOCKED 26.04.2026 16m

  Enjoy a short snippet of today's Sunday Paper Review. Subscribe to Off the Ball to get the full episode every Sunday, as well as around-the-clock unmissable sports content every day.
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  UNLOCKED: Sunday Paper Review | "100% there's a hypocrisy in the GAA around this" - Neil Ewing | Ger Brennan ban upheld! 19.04.2026 11m

  This week on The Sunday Paper Review, Adrian Barry is joined by former Ireland rugby international, Grace Davitt, and sports journalist, Neil Ewing.In this UNLOCKED section, they reflect on the DRA's decision to uphold Dublin boss, Ger Brennan's, 12 week suspension after his red card for involvement in a altercation with Galway strength and conditioning coach, Cian Breathnach. Want to listen to the full Sunday Paper Review ad-free? Become a member now at offtheball.com/join!
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  THE SUNDAY PAPER REVIEW: Sensational Six Nations weekend | Are we losing football? | Cheltenham week 08.03.2026 1h 24m

  Adrian Barry is joined by Grand Slam winner Fiona Hayes and the Sunday Independent’s Declan Lynch for this week’s Sunday Paper Review.This week’s Sunday Paper Review is brought to you by Optimum Nutrition. We're delighted to team up with Optimum Nutrition, the world's number one performance nutrition brand, as they launch their new global campaign, The Optimum Advantage. With over 35 years at the top of performance nutrition, trusted by the world's best athletes, and a growing partnership with the IRFU, OptimumNutrition are right at the heart of Irish Rugby.#OptimumNutrition #IRFU #UnlockMoreYou #Rugby