Host Diarmuid Kearney is joined once again by Emma Kelly, with Joanne Doonan returning to the panel, potentially for the last time for a while as her wedding approaches next weekend.

The episode begins with the Division 3 Final in St. Oliver Plunkett Park, Crossmaglen, where Louth came out on top against Antrim. Attention then turns to the Division 2 Final, the all-Ulster clash in Clones where Donegal secured the title against Cavan.

The panel then breaks down the Division 1 Final at the TUS Gaelic Grounds, where Cork claimed silverware with victory over Galway, before shifting focus to the Division 4 Final, where Carlow continued their history in a now famous ground with a win over Leitrim in Grant Heating St Brendan's Park Birr.

From standout performances to tactical developments and defining moments, the panel brings insight from both the dressing room and the press box as silverware is decided across all four divisions and attention begins to turn toward the championship season.

Expert analysis, player perspective, and everything you need to stay across a defining weekend in the Lidl National League, all at the Final Whistle.

Host Diarmuid Kearney is joined once again by Emma Kelly to preview a huge weekend of action, while Joanne Doonan misses out as her wedding preparations enter their own penultimate stage, mirroring the final steps of the league campaign.

The episode begins with a look ahead to Saturday’s triple-header, starting with the Division 3 Final between Antrim and Louth at St. Oliver Plunkett Park, Crossmaglen (1pm). Attention then turns to the Division 2 Final, an all-Ulster clash between Cavan and Donegal in St Tiernach’s Park, Clones (3pm), before the day concludes with the Division 1 Final as Cork face Galway at TUS Gaelic Grounds in Limerick (5pm).

Focus then shifts to Sunday’s Division 4 Final, where Carlow take on Leitrim in Grant Heating St Brendan’s Park, Birr (2pm).

From standout performances to tactical developments and emerging narratives, the panel brings insight from both the dressing room and the press box as silverware is on the line across all four divisions.

The episode also features voices from all eight counties contesting the finals, including Louth captain Aine Breen, Antrim captain Bronagh Devlin, Cavan captain Shauna Lynch, Donegal captain Roisin Rodgers, Cork captain Emma Cleary, Galway captain Kate Geraghty, Carlow captain Róisín Bailey and Leitrim stalwart Laura O’Dowd

Expert analysis, player perspective, and everything you need to stay across a defining weekend in the Lidl National League, all at the Final Whistle.

Host Diarmuid Kearney is joined once again by Emma Kelly and Joanne Doonan, with the trio breaking down the key talking points from across the divisions as the league campaign reaches its conclusion, with promotion, relegation, and finals now confirmed.

From standout performances to tactical developments and emerging narratives, the discussion brings insight from both the dressing room and the press box as attention begins to shift toward what comes next.

This week’s special guest is Áine Lynch (formerly Tubridy), the Antrim stalwart, who joins the show to reflect on their win over Down, securing back-to-back promotions as they move into Division 2. She also discusses the team’s rise, the prospect of facing Louth again, ambitions for the season ahead, the possibility of retirement on the horizon, and balancing football with life as a parent.

Expert analysis, player perspective, and everything you need to stay across a fast-moving Lidl National League, all at the Final Whistle.

Host Diarmuid Kearney is joined once again by Emma Kelly, with Joanne Doonan returning to the panel, and in high spirits after a big win for Fermanagh. The trio break down the key talking points from across the divisions and look ahead to a weekend where everything is on the line.

From standout performances to tactical developments and emerging narratives, the discussion brings insight from both the dressing room and the press box as the league campaign reaches its conclusion with promotion hopes and relegation battles set to be decided.

This week’s special guest is Sinead Walsh, the Mayo forward, who joins the show to discuss stepping into the captaincy this season, their big win over Westmeath, and the reality of needing both a result and outside results to fall their way in order to secure promotion.

Expert analysis, player perspective, and everything you need to stay across a fast-moving Lidl National League, all at the Final Whistle.

Host Diarmuid Kearney is joined once again by Emma Kelly, with Joanne Doonan absent this week due to dress fittings and work commitments. The duo look ahead to the penultimate rounds in Divisions 1, 2 and 3, while also previewing a defining clash in Division 4 as Offaly and Longford meet with a semi-final place on the line.

They break down the results required across the leagues, from teams pushing for promotion to those aiming to secure safety ahead of a potentially decisive final round.

This week’s special guest is Rebecca Casey, vice-captain of Waterford, who joins the show to discuss their hopes of reaching a Division 1 final. After back-to-back defeats, Waterford host Kildare this weekend, now managed by former boss Pat Sullivan, before a final round meeting with Galway. Casey also reflects on the development of a young squad and the progress being made as the team continues to grow.

Expert analysis, player perspective, and everything you need to stay across a fast-moving Lidl National League, all at the Final Whistle.

Host Diarmuid Kearney is joined once again by Emma Kelly and Joanne Doonan, with the trio reflecting on the key talking points from Round 7 in Division 4, while also keeping an eye on the rearranged clash between Offaly and Longford.

They break down the standout performances, tactical developments, and emerging narratives shaping the league, offering insight from both the dressing room and the press box as the campaign continues to gather momentum.

The conversation then shifts beyond the league to the championship draws, the Lidl PPS games taking place this weekend, and the upcoming college finals hosted by Dublin City University, with Emma and Joanne sharing their memories of the O'Connor Cup and HEC Finals weekends.

This week’s special guest is Katie Crawford, the Longford sharpshooter who returns to the podcast to discuss their win over Kilkenny, the importance of the upcoming meeting with Offaly, the challenges of a late start to their campaign, and how the squad is assessing its own performances with that crucial game looming.

Expert analysis, player perspective, and everything you need to stay across a fast-moving Lidl National League, all at the Final Whistle.

Host Diarmuid Kearney is joined once again by Emma Kelly and Joanne Doonan, with the trio reflecting on the key results from Division 1 through to Division 4 following a busy round of fixtures around the country.

They break down the standout performances, tactical shifts, and emerging narratives shaping the league, offering insight from both the dressing room and the press box as the campaign continues to gather pace.

The focus then shifts to the weekend ahead, with the final round of Division 4 fixtures looming large, where promotion hopes and relegation fears are set to be decided, and momentum has never mattered more.

This week’s special guest is Evelyn Baugh, the Cavan goalkeeper, who joins the show to discuss Cavan’s unbeaten start in Division 2, their latest victory over Monaghan, back-to-back wins against Ulster opposition, the upcoming clash with Tyrone, and the confidence building within the squad.

Expert analysis, player perspective, and everything you need to stay across a fast-moving Lidl National League, all at the Final Whistle.

Host Diarmuid Kearney is joined once again by Emma Kelly and Joanne Doonan, as the team reflects on the key results from Division 1 through to Division 4 following a busy round of fixtures around the country.

The trio unpack the standout performances, tactical themes, and emerging storylines shaping the league, bringing perspective from both the dressing room and the press box as the campaign continues to take shape.

Attention then turns to the weekend ahead, with Round 5 across Divisions 1 to 3 and Round 6 in Division 4, where momentum is becoming increasingly significant and the pressure is mounting for teams chasing promotion or battling to avoid relegation trouble.

This week’s special guest is Kate Gormley, the Leitrim sharpshooter who has made a bright start since her debut earlier in the campaign. She chats about settling into the squad, the mood in the camp, ambitions for the season, and the weekly commute from Limerick for training while balancing college life.

Expert analysis, player perspective, and everything you need to stay across a fast-moving Lidl National League, all at the Final Whistle.

Host Diarmuid Kearney is joined once again by Emma Kelly, while Joanne Doonan returns to the line-up, thankfully in one piece, after missing Episode 3 following a busy hen party weekend. The team looks back at Cork’s win over Armagh in Division 1, along with the key moments from Round 4 in Division 4.

Together, the trio break down the standout performances, tactical trends, and emerging storylines shaping the league, bringing insight from both the dressing room and the press box as the season begins to take clearer shape.

The focus then shifts to the weekend ahead, with Round 4 across Divisions 1 to 3 and Round 5 in Division 4, where momentum is becoming increasingly important and the pressure is already mounting for teams chasing promotion or trying to avoid a relegation scrap.

This week’s special guest is Emma Cleary, who joins the show to discuss Cork’s encouraging return to Division 1, being named captain at just 25, their upcoming derby clash with Kerry, and dealing with the external narrative around relegation talk prior to the league getting underway.

Expert analysis, player perspective, and everything you need to stay across a fast-moving Lidl National League, all at the Final Whistle.

Host Diarmuid Kearney is joined once again by Emma Kelly, while regular contributor Joanne Doonan sits this one out after a busy hen party weekend. Stepping into the hot seat is Carlow stalwart Edel Hayden, who brings 25 years of experience with Carlow to the table as the panel reviews Round 3 action in Divisions 1, 2 and 3.

Together, the trio unpack the key results, standout performances, and tactical trends emerging around the league, offering insight from both the dressing room and the press box as the early shape of the season begins to take form.

Attention then turns to Round 4 in Division 4 this weekend, where momentum is starting to matter and early pressure is mounting for teams with promotion ambitions or relegation worries.

This week’s special guest is Donegal sharpshooter Susanne White, who joins the show to chat about Donegal’s impressive three wins from three start in Division 2, their renewed confidence, and the drive to build a positive league campaign after a challenging 2025.

Expert analysis, player perspective, and everything you need to keep pace with a fast-moving Lidl National League, all at the Final Whistle.

Host Diarmuid Kearney is joined once again by expert panellists Joanne Doonan (Fermanagh) and Emma Kelly for an in-depth review of last weekend's Round 2 clashes across Divisions 1, 2, and 3.

From standout performances and key talking points, like Waterford's impressive win over Kerry in Division 1, Mayo's dominant display in Division 2, and Louth's hard-fought victory in Division 3, the trio break down the results, tactics, and emerging storylines with insight from the dressing room and press box.

The focus then shifts to Round 3 in Division 4, where early momentum is building and pressure points are already surfacing for teams chasing promotion or fighting relegation battles.

This week's special guest is Louth's inspirational captain Áine Breen, who opens up about captaining her county to Junior All-Ireland glory last August, their recent first league win of the campaign, the upcoming challenge against Joanne's Fermanagh side, and her wedding after last August's All-Ireland.

Packed with expert analysis, player insights, and everything you need to stay ahead as the Lidl National League heats up, all the action on the Final Whistle.

Fermanagh’s Joanne Doonan is back alongside host Diarmuid Kearney, and the pair are joined by new co-host Emma Kelly, an All-Ireland winner as both a player and manager with Antrim, as they assess the early shape of the league. The team reflect on Round 1 action across Divisions 1, 2 and 3, before turning their attention to Round 2 in Division 2, where early momentum and pressure points are already beginning to emerge.

The discussion focuses on the major talking points as the league gets underway, from early contenders laying down markers to teams searching for consistency. There’s also guest insight from Sligo co-captain Tara Breheny, who drops in to chat about Sligo’s start to the campaign and looks ahead to their upcoming clash with Leitrim this weekend.

Insight from the dressing room and press box, analysis, experience, and perspective from across the league, Season 2 begins with everything you need to know as the Lidl National League comes to life.

We have three new All Ireland Champions, and plenty to breakdown from the various finals, on our final episode of Season 1 of the podcast.

In the Junior decider, redemption was the story of the day for Louth, 12 months after suffering defeat in the TG4 All Ireland Junior decider, they delivered a pulsating second half performance to defeat Antrim in headquarters. 

Afterwards we heard from captain Áine Breen and sharpshooter Kate Flood, who announced her retirement shortly after proceedings. We also heard from Antrim manager Chris Scullion who shared his thoughts after their first defeat of the year.

Redemption was also the story for Tyrone, where a late goal from super sub Katie Rose Muldoon helped ignite a late flurry which ensured that Tyrone did not leave empty handed this year, as they defeated Laois in the TG4 All-Ireland Intermediate Final.

Afterwards we heard from captain Aoibhinn McHugh, player of the match and teenage sensation Sorcha Gormely along with Meabh Corrigan, while manager Darren McCann also shared his thoughts. 

And finally in the Senior decider, it was seventh heaven for Dublin, as they delivered a tour de force performance to overcome Meath by 12 points in today’s All Ireland Senior Championship Final.

Their Midfield Maestro originally from Leitrim, Eilish O’Dowd shared her thoughts to us after the clash, having missed out on their 2024 campaign, she added a second All Ireland title to her impressive career.

For the last time this season, expect honest chat, plenty of insight, Clare’s dodgy Wifi and a few laughs along the way!

It’s the biggest day of the year, dreams will be achieved, while for others it will be a day of heartbreak.

In another special edition of our LGFA Podcast, we bring you expert analysis and exclusive interviews ahead of the weekend's finals.

Joining us are Clare Owens (Leitrim) who lifted the Intermediate title last year and Joanne Doonan (Fermanagh), who recorded her third All Ireland Junior triumph last year. 

They bring insider knowledge and expert insight in preparing and the lead up to playing in Croke Park as we look ahead to all the action.

First up on Sunday morning at 11:45am, is the meeting of the 2022 champions Antrim and last year’s beaten finalists Louth. We heard from Antrim captain Bronagh Devlin and Louth’s captain Áine Breen ahead of the big day.

Then at 1:45pm the action continues with 2022 champions Laois locking horns with Tyrone, who fell to defeat in the final last year. Laois captain Andrea Moran and Tyrone’s skipper Aoibhinn McHugh share their thoughts.

And then at 4:15 it’s the mouth watering Senior showdown of neighbours Dublin and Meath. Dublin champions in 2023, Meath champions last in 2022, it shapes up to be an exciting clash. Dublin captain Carla Rowe and Meath captain Aoibhín Cleary chat ahead of Sunday’s clash.

Host Diarmuid Kearney is joined again by regulars Clare Owens (Leitrim) and Joanne Doonan (Fermanagh) to unpack all the events from the weekend.

It proved a weekend of big moments, huge wins, and crushing defeats. As only two of the four teams in action could make their way to Croke Park. Holders Kerry taking on Meath and then after Dublin looking to avenge their quarter final defeat from a year earlier against Galway.

We hear from Dublin joint manager Paul Casey and forward Nicole Owens, after a dramatic extra time battle with the Tribeswomen.

Diarmuid, Clare, and Joanne review all the action from the weekend's two semi final ties.  Expect honest chat, plenty of insight, technical issues, dogs barking and a few laughs along the way!

Four previous champions are all staking their claim to make it to headquarters on August 3rd, 60 minutes separating them from the chance at All Ireland Glory, the others it will be the end of the road. No more second chances.

In another special edition of our LGFA Podcast, we bring you over an hour of expert analysis and exclusive interviews ahead of a pivotal weekend in the championship.

Joining us are Clare Owens (Leitrim) and Joanne Doonan (Fermanagh), both of whom featured in last year’s respective Intermediate and Junior semi-finals. They bring insider knowledge and expert insight as we look ahead to all the action.

First up on Saturday evening at 5:15pm, is the meeting of the defending champions Kerry and the 2021 and 2022 Senior Champions Meath. The Kingdom against The Royal County. For the fourth year in a row Kerry and Meath will battle in the knockout stages of the TG4 Senior All Ireland Championship. The last two years they met in Austin Stack Park in Tralee for the Quarter Final stage, and before that they met in the 2022 decider.

Kerry are going into their fourth All Ireland semi final in a row, and will look to make the same amount of All Ireland Final appearances. For Meath this is their first semi-final tie since July of 2022, and just over three years later they will look to replicate the outcome from that clash with Donegal to get over the line once again. In All Ireland semi-finals Meath have had a good run of form over the years, in 2021, 2020 2019 and 2018 they got over the line and booked All Ireland appearances.

Ahead of what promises to be another exciting matchup between these two sides, we heard from Kerry Midfielder Mary O'Connell and Meath defender Mary Kate Lynch.

Then at 7:30pm we have the second part of our double header, a rematch of the quarter final from last season, when Aoife O’Rourke goaled in the closing stages as Galway dethroned Dublin to book a semi-final ticket to Tullamore.

The Jackies are back this year looking to make it back to an All Ireland Final. Their last appearance in the last four came in 2023, where they defeated Cork in Thurles. Prior to that it was 2021 defeating Mayo. While they also won semi-finals in 2020, 2019, 2018, 2017, 2016, 2015 and 2014. 2005 was the last time Dublin failed to win a semi-final they competed in. Their opponents that defeated them?. Galway, a year after they defeated them in the final. 

The 2004 Champions Galway will be aiming to make an All Ireland Final for successive seasons, as they look to secure the win in Tullamore. Last year they defeated Cork to book their ticket, now it's Dublin. Before last year 2020 was the last time they featured in a semi-final losing to Cork. 2019 they defeated Mayo before losing to Dublin in the decider. 2018 they lost to Dublin in their last clash in a semi-final. In the last eight years they have made two finals, and largely been competitive to reach the last four on occasions.

It was a rollercoaster weekend in the Intermediate and Junior Championships reaching the final four stage. Laois, Monaghan, Tyrone and Westmeath were all staking their claim in the Intermediate grade, while in the Junior, Louth, Longford, Antrim and Sligo also treated us to some high octane action.

While those teams have been fighting it out for silverware, others have battled it out for safety. Two weeks ago, Wicklow won consecutive relegation playoff ties to remain an Intermediate side, and captain Sarah Jane Winders drops in for a chat to discuss the events from that game.

While at the weekend Donegal faced Leitrim in the Senior Relegation playoff, with Donegal coming out on top. Captain Roisin Rodgers gives her thoughts on the season, and the clash with Leitrim. While Clare reflects on Leitrim's time as a Senior outfit as they drop down to Intermediate for next season.

Diarmuid, Clare, and Joanne review all the weekend’s Intermediate and Junior Semi Final action. React to the big results and exits and look ahead to the respective finals. Expect honest chat, plenty of insight, technical issues and a few laughs along the way!

60 minutes. 8 teams. 4 semi-finals. For some, the dream of walking out in Croke Park is just one win away. For others, heartbreak awaits at the penultimate hurdle.

In this special edition of our LGFA Podcast, we bring you over two hours of expert analysis and exclusive interviews ahead of a pivotal weekend in the championship.

Joining us are Clare Owens (Leitrim) and Joanne Doonan (Fermanagh), both of whom featured in last year’s Intermediate and Junior semi-finals. They bring insider knowledge and expert insight as we look ahead to all the action.

In the Intermediate Semi-Finals. First up at 2pm in Glennon Brothers Pearse Park, Longford, 2022 champions Laois aim to return to Croke Park as they face Monaghan, who are chasing their first-ever Intermediate title. We hear from Laois captain Andrea Moran and Monaghan forward Jennifer Duffy ahead of the clash.

At the same time in Avant Money Páirc Seán Mac Diarmada in Leitrim, last year’s runners-up Tyrone take on 2021 champions Westmeath in a battle of big ambitions. We speak to Tyrone skipper Aoibhinn McHugh and Westmeath sharpshooter Sarah Dillon about their preparations for this high-stakes encounter.

In the Junior Semi-Finals, Clones hosts a thrilling Semi Final Championship double-header. At 2pm, last year’s finalists Louth put their unbeaten run on the line against Longford, who are back in semi-final action for the first time since their 2016 triumph. Louth’s Eimear Byrne and Longford vice-captain Katie Crawford share their thoughts on this key showdown.

Then at 4pm, 2022 champions Antrim face off against 2006 champions Sligo. Antrim, unbeaten in their last 16 games, are looking to return to the big stage, while Sligo are chasing a return to Croke Park. We hear from Antrim vice-captain Ciara Brown and Sligo stalwart Nicki Brennan about what this opportunity means to their teams.

Don’t miss this comprehensive preview as we count down to a Sunday full of passion, pride, and All-Ireland dreams.

With the Senior action making headlines at the weekend, Clare reflects on Leitrim's relegation semi final clash with Mayo. Having faced their Connacht neighbours in the Championship earlier this year and having suffered defeat, could they manage to turn the tide and pick up a result?.

Diarmuid, Clare, and Joanne review all the weekend’s Senior Quarter Final action, and the draw now for a big double header of Semi-Finals in Tullamore. React to the big results, exits, and the relegation battles, including a heart stopping clash between Offaly and Wicklow in the Intermediate playoffs. Expect honest chat, plenty of insight, technical issues and a few laughs along the way!

Just 24 hours removed from an exhilarating Ulster Derby with Tyrone, Joanne reflects on a heart stopping match up against their Ulster neighbours than went all the way to extra-time. Did the Erne County get revenge for their Ulster Championship defeat, or did Tyrone book their place in the semi-finals.

With Senior action returning this weekend, Clare chats ahead of Leitrim's clash with Mayo in the relegation playoffs. Having faced their Connacht neighbours in the Championship earlier this year, she looks ahead to a big showdown on neutral ground.

Speaking of Connacht teams, what a Junior Championship Sligo have had, as they booked their ticket for the semi finals, but just full short to Louth at the weekend in the hopes of topping their group. We hear from one of their longest serving players Nicki Brennan, who competed with Sligo when they were an Intermediate side looking to break into Senior, and now hopes to finally get to Croke Park this summer after years of trying.

Diarmuid, Clare, and Joanne review all the weekend’s Intermediate, and Junior action, react to the big results, exits, relegation battles and those semi final matchups. And look ahead to this weekend's Senior Quarter Finals and relegation battles. Expect honest chat, plenty of insight, technical issues and a few laughs along the way!

Clare reflects on Leitrim's second Senior outing as they welcomed Waterford at the weekend. Could they manage to get over the line and secure a place in the Quarter Finals?, or could the Deise get a big win to put them into the draw for a home tie in the knockout stages?.

We also get the thoughts of Joanne ahead of the Intermediate Quarter Finals getting underway this weekend. Having come up to the Intermediate Grade off their Junior success last term, the Erne County now face Tyrone in the hopes of reaching the last four.

Also we hear from Kerry defender Emma Costello, who returned to the Kingdom setup after taking time out last year. Costello was 37 weeks pregnant when Kerry ended their 31 year wait for the Brendan Martin Cup last year, and just eight months after giving birth to her daughter Molly, she was back in the Green and Gold jersey. She reflects on that All Ireland win, coming back into the squad this year and looks ahead to their Quarter Final tie.

Diarmuid, Clare, and Joanne review all the weekend’s Senior, Intermediate, and Junior action, react to the big results, exits, teams looking to continue their journey to Croke Park. And look ahead to this weekend's Intermediate action and the Senior a week later, after the draw was made for the Senior Quarter Finals and the Relegation Series. Expect honest chat, plenty of insight, and a few laughs along the way!

Clare breaks down Leitrim’s double journey against Dublin, after Saturday’s big clash was postponed due to the weather. Can Leitrim make their mark when they finally get to face the Dubs—especially with the unique twist of the O’Dowd sisters potentially going head-to-head?

Joanne is fresh off Fermanagh’s dramatic upset over Roscommon, a win that not only sends the Erne County into the Intermediate Quarter Finals but also secures their place in the Intermediate grade for 2026. Joanne takes us inside the build-up, the game, and what this means for Fermanagh football.

We also hear from Chloe Moloney (Clare), after her side’s crucial win over Wexford saw them top their Intermediate group and book a place in the last eight against Monaghan. She reflects on changes to the panel, and new management for the year, along with captaining her club Kilmurry Ibrickane to the 2024 Clare Senior Ladies Football Championship.

Diarmuid, Clare, and Joanne review all the weekend’s Senior, Intermediate, and Junior action, react to the big results, and look ahead to the just-announced draws for the Intermediate Quarter Finals and the Relegation Series. Expect honest chat, plenty of insight, and a few laughs along the way!

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Clare shares her thoughts as Leitrim prepare for their opening clash with Dublin—a game made even more special (and a little nerve-wracking) by the unique prospect of two sisters lining out on opposite sides, as Laura (Leitrim) and Eilish (Dublin) O’Dowd get set to face off on Saturday. With Dublin coming in off a hard-fought draw with Waterford, can Leitrim make a statement in their opener?

Meanwhile, Joanne’s Fermanagh side are set for a winner-takes-all showdown with Roscommon, with a spot in the Intermediate Championship on the line. Joanne gives us the inside track on the build-up to this massive clash and what it will take to get over the line in a game that could go either way.

As always, Clare and Joanne join Diarmuid to look back on the talking points from the Senior, Intermediate, and Junior Championships so far, sharing their insights, standout moments, and predictions for the weekend’s fixtures across all levels.

And for anyone curious about what really goes on after lifting a trophy, the girls might just spill a few secrets from last year’s championship-winning celebrations—so you won’t want to miss that!

Don’t miss the first episode of the season—full of champion insight, honest chat, behind-the-scenes stories, and a bit of craic from some of the best voices in the game.

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