Episode 3628: McClean’s Derry Dumpster Fire, Rhasidat’s Medal Shot, Troy To Leipzig

It’s been a long hot summer and nowhere more so than in Derry where a bizarre, farcical sequence of events has left us wondering if James McClean is still a Derry City player or not.

We discuss the much documented arrival of James at training this morning and what the off-ramp could be for all involved.

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The European Championships started badly for Ireland with Cian McPhillips’ elimination in the first round but Ireland still have lots of medal chances. We chat to Cathal Dennehy in Birmingham about Rhasidat’s 200m, Kate O’Connor’s incredible run of form and the unprecedented levels of expectation for Irish athletes at major events.

Plus there’s Troy to RB Leipzig rumours, Roddy Collins super pundit and Branno gets fired up about the league.

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