Episode 3372: Ken In Lisbon, The Armenian Hangover, Tuchel Walks The Talk, Big Sir Jim’s An Béal Bocht
It is one month since the Irish players slumped to defeat in Armenia. The World Cup dream may be almost dead but the show must go on. This weekend Irish football will reacquaint itself with Ronaldo the billionaire – Ken is in Lisbon soaking up the sun and the revealing and concerning pre-match quotes from Finn Azaz.
We chat to Jack-Pitt Brooke of The Athletic about England under Tuchel for the last year. He’s made his mark by not calling up Jude Bellingham but time is against Tommy if he is to helm his boys to victory at USA 2026.
Plus there’s Big Sir Jim’s poor mouth, leaf blowers, football’s Instagram psychology and Bellamy’s slow death.
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Go to PatreonA stage win, a yellow jersey, a world championship bronze medal, and a burgeoning rivalry with one of the most talented sportspeople in the world – these are just some of the highlights of Ben Healy’s 2025.
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