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Mar 2026
16m 9s

FOOTBALL DAILY: FAI strategy plan launch...

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On Tuesday's Football Daily, Phil Egan brings you news of the FAI Strategy plan, the pathways plan, action in the League of Ireland, the FA Cup and a look ahead to tonight's Champions League action.

FAI CEO David Courell tells David Wilson the latest update around the Israel game, and what the vision is for the FAI over the next four years.

Shelbourne FC surrender a two-goal lead as Shamrock Rovers FC fight back for a 2–2 draw in the League of Ireland Premier Division clash at Tolka Park.

Early goals from Harry Wood and John Martin put Shels in control before Rovers hit back.

John McGovern and Dylan Watts level the game as the Hoops salvage a point.

Reaction from managers Stephen Bradley and Joey O'Brien after a dramatic Dublin derby.

Preview of our live commentary as St Patrick's Athletic FC host Drogheda United FC at Richmond Park.

West Ham United FC reach the FA Cup quarter-finals after a penalty shoot-out win over Brentford FC.

Managers Nuno Espírito Santo and Keith Andrews react to a dramatic cup tie and a controversial Panenka attempt.

Quarter-final draw details as Chelsea FC face Port Vale FC while Manchester City FC meet Liverpool FC.

Arne Slot expects a “wall of sound” in Istanbul as Liverpool face Galatasaray SK in the UEFA Champions League.

Big European nights also for Newcastle United FC against FC Barcelona and Tottenham Hotspur FC away to Atlético Madrid.

Kevin Kilbane joins the Football Show to discuss online abuse in football and the importance of staying in the Premier League.

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