The Rovers Review

The Rovers Review podcast 10/05/2026

Wed, 13 May 2026 15:33:29 +0000

Reflections from Alan Cawley on Friday night's 0-0 draw with Shelbourne in Dublin - plus John Russell's postmatch assessment on the performance of his team....and the match referee.

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The Rovers Review podcast 03/05/2026

Sun, 03 May 2026 18:31:21 +0000

Sligo Rovers women's boss Gavin Hughes on Saturday's impressive 5-1 home win against Bohs, with Sydney Stephens netting a hat-trick.

John Russell reflects on the end of his team's mini-run of wins in Louth.

Plus - Chairman Tommy Higgins on why the time has come to re-examine how the club is funded and run.

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The Rovers Review podcast 26/04/2026

Sun, 26 Apr 2026 18:47:27 +0000

Sligo Rovers make it three wins in a row in the League of Ireland Premier Division.

Reflections from manager John Russell on Saturday's 2-0 home win over Dundalk, and from injured winger Ryan O'Kane.

Rovers are also holding their AGM this Tuesday night - Club Chairman Tommy Higgins encourages all members to attend.

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The Rovers Review podcast 19/04/2026

Mon, 20 Apr 2026 16:40:58 +0000

Reaction from two Sligo Rovers managers...

John Russell after the men's 2-0 win over Waterford on Saturday night

Gavin Hughes gives his postmatch assessement following Sunday's 2-0 loss to DLR Waves in Dublin.

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The Rovers Review podcast 22/03/2026

Sun, 22 Mar 2026 20:09:40 +0000

Another defeat for Sligo Rovers on Saturday night at the Showgrounds - this time against Shelbourne (1-0).

Eight games into the season, Rovers are finding goals and points hard to come by.

Forthright reflections from Gavin Dykes - plus we hear John Russell's postmatch assessment.

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The Rovers Review podcast 15/03/2026

Mon, 16 Mar 2026 11:29:47 +0000

Reflections on an impressive start to the new women's LOI Premier Division season (a 1-1 draw witih Athlone) with head coach Gavin Hughes.

Plus - Men's boss John Russell on Friday night's 2-0 home defeat to Shamrock Rovers.

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The Rovers Review podcast 08/03/2026

Sun, 08 Mar 2026 19:35:05 +0000

There are two parts to this week's Rovers Review:

Reflections on Saturday night's first league win of the season (2-1 v Drogheda Utd) with Liam Maloney, Gavin Dykes and John Russell.

Then, we visit the Sligo Rovers women's camp - and look ahead to the new LOI season with Keela Scanlon, Mairead mcIntyre, Ella Karolack, Leah Kelly and team captain Emma Hansberry.

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The Rovers Review podcast 22/02/2026

Sun, 22 Feb 2026 20:36:21 +0000

Sligo Rovers sign defender Sean McHale on the final day of the transfer window.

Rovers boss John Russell & Waterford's John Mahon give their reaction to Friday night's 0-0 draw at the RSC.

New Sligo Rovers Commerical Manager Donagh Oates talks about his new role - and his lifelong association with Rovers.

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The Rovers Review podcast 15/02/2026

Sun, 15 Feb 2026 20:51:46 +0000

Austin O'Callaghan and Gavin Dykes discuss Saturday's 4-0 home defeat for Sligo Rovers against Bohemians in their opening home League of Ireland fixture of the new season.

Plus - Rovers boss John Russell doesn't hold back in his postmatch assessment.

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"We were horrendous" - Sligo Rovers boss John Russell on 4-0 home loss to Bohs

Sat, 14 Feb 2026 23:02:40 +0000

Sligo Rovers manager John Russell doesn't hold back after Saturday night's 4-0 home loss to Bohemians in the League of Ireland Premier Division.

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The Rovers Hour Season Preview 2026

Sun, 01 Feb 2026 20:00:00 +0000

Austin O'Callaghan, Gavin Dykes and Jessica Farry look ahead to Sligo Rovers prospects for the new League of Ireland season.

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The Rovers Review 02/11/2025 - Job done

Sun, 02 Nov 2025 20:00:00 +0000

Sligo Rovers finally secure their Premier Division status for next season thanks to Saturday's 2-1 win against Champions Shamrock Rovers in Dublin.

Reflection on that victory - and the season in general - from Rovers boss John Russell, team captain Will Fitzgerald - and Ocean FM co-commentator Mark Rossiter.

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The Rovers Review 28/09/2025

Sun, 28 Sep 2025 18:00:00 +0000

Reflections on Saturday night's vital 1-0 home win against St Patrick's Athletic at the Showgrounds.

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The Rovers Review 31/08/2025

Sun, 31 Aug 2025 18:00:00 +0000

We salute the fundraising effort behind Sligo Rovers Annual Draw, which raised a staggering €163,360 for the club.

John Russell on Saturday's 0-0 draw with Bohemians

Gavin Dykes on the late great Ollie Horgan.

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The Rovers Review 17/08/2025

Sun, 17 Aug 2025 18:00:00 +0000

Reflections on Friday night's FAI Cup third round win over Bohemians at Dalymount Park.

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The Rovers Review 27/07/2025

Sun, 27 Jul 2025 18:00:00 +0000

Reflections on last Friday night's dramatic 3-2 win over Cork City at Turners Cross.

Plus - Rovers goalkeeping stalwart Richard Brush on his Testimonial game at the Showgrounds

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The Rovers Review 04/05/2025

Sun, 04 May 2025 18:00:00 +0000

Sligo Rovers women get their first league win of the season.

The men hold the league leaders but still remain bottom of the table.

Reaction and analysis from Steve Feeney, Mairead McIntyre, John Russell and Gavin Dykes.

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The Rovers Review 13/06/2025

Sun, 13 Apr 2025 12:00:00 +0000

Nine matches in - and Sligo Rovers are bottom of the table.

Reflections from Gavin Dykes, John Russell and Johnny Caulfield after Saturday night's 2-1 home loss to Galway.

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The Rovers Review 30/03/2025

Sun, 30 Mar 2025 18:00:00 +0000

Seven games in, Sligo Rovers are bottom of the table after Friday night's 2-1 loss to Shelbourne.

Reflections from Rovers manager John Russell on the season so far, the red card count....and the Showgrounds pitch.

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The Rovers Review 09/03/2025 - The Great Escape

Sun, 09 Mar 2025 19:00:00 +0000

Reflections from an eventful 1-1 draw with Cork City at Turner's Cross on Friday night.

Manager John Russell, goalscorer Owen Elding and goalkeeper Conor Walsh share their thoughts.

Plus - the new women's League of Ireland season begins for Sligo Rovers with a scoreless draw at home to Bohs.

We bring you Steve Feeney's reaction.

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The Rovers Review 23/02/2025 - Drogheda 3 Rovers 0

Sun, 23 Feb 2025 21:00:00 +0000

It's played two, lost two for Sligo Rovers.

Mark Rossiter urges Rovers fans not press the panic button yet - and we get the postmatch assessment of Rovers boss John Russell to Friday night's 3-0 loss in Drogheda.

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The Rovers Review 16/02/2025 - Rovers 2 Waterford 3

Sun, 16 Feb 2025 19:00:00 +0000

Highlights and reaction from Sligo Rovers opening League of Ireland Premier Division game of the new season, at home to Waterford FC.

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The Rovers Review 20/10/2024

Mon, 21 Oct 2024 10:04:00 +0000

Sligo Rovers European hopes fade after Saturday's home defeat to Bohs. Rovers manager John Russell gives his assessment.

Plus - Odhrán Keating canvasses opinion from some of Rovers hardcore supporters on what the club means to them.

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The Rovers Review 29/09/2024

Sun, 29 Sep 2024 18:00:00 +0000

Sligo Rovers U20 boss Declan Boyle on a heart-breaking extra-time loss to UCD in the Enda McGuill Cup final

1983 FAI Cup winner Andy Elliott makes a rare visit to the Showgrounds

Rovers first team boss John Russell on last Friday's 0-0 draw with leaders Shelbourne at Tolka Park..

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The Rovers Review 08/09/2024 - Ray Gallagher

Sun, 08 Sep 2024 18:00:00 +0000

New Sligo Rovers President Ray Gallagher talks to Austin O'Callaghan about his lifelong association with the club and the Showgrounds.

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The Rovers Review 01/09/2024

Sun, 01 Sep 2024 18:00:00 +0000

Sligo Rovers confirmed on Sunday that defender Nando Pijnaker has left the club to return to New Zealand.

The Kiwi joins Austin O'Callaghan on 'The Rovers Review.

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"A top performance" - Sligo Rovers boss John Russell

Sat, 31 Aug 2024 21:00:00 +0000

Sligo Rovers boss John Russell, back in dugout, after serving his three-match touchline ban, pays tribute to his players following their 2-0 home win against Waterford FC.

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The Rovers Review 11/08/2024

Sun, 11 Aug 2024 18:00:00 +0000

Austin O'Callaghan and Ronan Flanagan digest a memorable 2-1 win for Sligo Rovers over leaders Shelbourne this weekend.

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The Rovers Review 30/06/2024

Sun, 30 Jun 2024 18:00:00 +0000

A poignant finish to a difficult week for Sligo Rovers FC - John Russell on Friday's 2-0 home win v Shamrock Rovers.

Fabrice Hartmann signs off from the Showgrounds after two seasons with the club

We remember one of Sligo Rovers most famous supporters, Tommie Gorman, who was laid to rest this weekend.

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The Rovers Review 02/06/2024

Sun, 02 Jun 2024 18:00:00 +0000

Sligo Rovers produced their best result of the season so far with Friday night's 2-1 win against Shelbourne in Dublin - reaction from Rovers boss John Russell.

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The Rovers Review 26/05/2024

Sun, 26 May 2024 18:00:00 +0000

Sligo Rovers reflections on Friday night's 2-2 draw with Derry City at the Brandywell.

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The Rovers Review 28/04/2024

Sun, 28 Apr 2024 18:00:00 +0000

Men's manager John Russell on Friday night's 3-1 loss in Drogheda - Women's manager Tommy Hewitt on Saturday night's 1-0 home loss to Cork City - plus outgoing Rovers Treasurer David Rowe Rovers current financial situation - following a deficit of €299,000 for 2023, which was revealed at this week's Club AGM.

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The Rovers Review 21/04/2024

Sun, 21 Apr 2024 19:00:00 +0000

John Russell's frustration at Friday night's 1-1 draw with Dundalk - plus Jamie Murphy's passion for his new role at the Showgrounds - Sligo Rovers new Football & Social Responsibility Officer.

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The Rovers Review 24/03/2024

Sun, 24 Mar 2024 19:00:00 +0000

Sligo Rovers women's boss Tommy Hewitt sees signs of encouragement in Saturday night's 2-0 home defeat to holders Galway Utd in the All-Island Cup.

Plus - Conor O'Grady gives us an insight into the seven-days-a-week job that is the Sligo Rovers Academy.

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The Rovers Review 10/03/2024

Sun, 10 Mar 2024 19:00:00 +0000

John Russell and Will Fitzgerald give their assessments of Saturday night's 0-0 draw with Shamrock Rovers at the Showgrounds.

Plus - as the new women's LOI season begins, Rovers keeper Amber Hardy proves to be star of the show in their opening weekend draw with Shelbourne in Dublin. We hear from her.

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The Rovers Review 25/02/2024

Sun, 25 Feb 2024 19:00:00 +0000

Saturday night produced one the Showgrounds biggest crowds in years, 4,317 spectators, and a hard-earned 0-0 draw for Sligo Rovers against Derry City. We hear the postmatch analysis of manager John Russell and former Rovers player and manager Gavin Dykes.

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The Rovers Review 18/02/2024

Sun, 18 Feb 2024 19:00:00 +0000

It's surely an encouraging sign if Rovers fans come away from Dalymount Park feeling slightly disappointed with a 2-2 draw.
Austin O'Callaghan listens back to Friday night's season-opener in Dublin and hears the postmatch thoughts of manager John Russell.

New Rovers women's boss Tommy Hewitt also gives his reaction to Sunday's 5-1 win over Derry City in a pre-season friendly at the Showgrounds.

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"If we keep lads fit, we'll be a match for any team" - Sligo Rovers boss John Russell

Wed, 14 Feb 2024 17:00:00 +0000

Austin O'Callaghan sits down with Sligo Rovers manager John Russell on the eve of the new League of Ireland season.

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The Rovers Preview 11/02/2024

Sun, 11 Feb 2024 19:00:00 +0000

Ocean FM Sport's League of Ireland season preview - Austin O'Callaghan, Jessica Farry and Dónal Ryan look ahead to the new SSE Airtricity Premier Division campaign for Sligo Rovers.

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The Rovers Review 05/11/2023 - Now what?

Sun, 05 Nov 2023 19:00:00 +0000

As a largely forgettable season for Sligo Rovers in the League of Ireland Premier Division draws to a close, Austin O’Callaghan, Gavin Dykes and Mark Rossiter discuss what needs to happen next at the Showgrounds…

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The Rovers Review 29/102023

Sun, 29 Oct 2023 19:00:00 +0000

Sligo Rovers 0-0 draw with Drogheda ensures their Premier Division survial but no-one's celebrating. John Russell reflects on another limp display from his side.

New Sligo Rovers women's manager Tommy Hewitt outlines his vision for the job as he gets ready to take over from Steve Feeney at the end of the season.

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The Rovers Review 22/10/2023

Sun, 22 Oct 2023 22:00:00 +0000

A first interview with new Sligo Rovers CEO Andy Feakins - and a forthright one from Rovers manager John Russell following Friday's awful performance and 2-0 loss to Dundalk at the Showgrounds.

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The Rovers Review 17/09/2023

Sun, 17 Sep 2023 18:00:00 +0000

While Saturday's 2-0 win over UCD and an Annual Draw injection of an impressive €108,300 provided a welcome respite for the club, the story of the week was the women's team's 1-0 FAI Cup quarter-final win over Bohemians in Dublin.

Austin O'Callaghan and Dónal Ryan discuss both games.

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The Rovers Review 03/09/2023 - Survival mode

Sun, 03 Sep 2023 18:00:00 +0000

At least Sligo Rovers have something to play for now - Premier Division survival.Austin O'Callaghan and Jessica Farry discuss how Rovers have found themselves in this predicament with seven league games to go.

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The Rovers Review 27/08/2023

Sun, 27 Aug 2023 18:00:00 +0000

Sligo Rovers hit Bonagee United for 11 in the women's FAI Cup - but the men have a relegation fight on their hands.Austin O'Callaghan and Dónal Ryan discuss.

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The Rovers Review 20/08/2023

Sun, 20 Aug 2023 18:00:00 +0000

As the World Cup draws to a close, Sligo Rovers women resume their LOI season with a 2-0 loss away to Athlone Town on Saturday night. We get reaction to that result from Casey Howe and head coach Steve Feeney.

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The Rovers Review 13/08/2023

Sun, 13 Aug 2023 18:00:00 +0000

Austin O'Callaghan is joined by Mark Rossiter to discuss Friday night's 1-0 loss to Dundalk at Oriel Park...

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The Rovers Review podcast 06/08/2023 - David Cawley

Sun, 06 Aug 2023 15:00:00 +0000

David Cawley talks to Austin O'Callaghan about his career in football ahead of his Testimonial game at the Showgrounds on Saturday, August 12th.

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The Rovers Review 30/07/2023

Sun, 30 Jul 2023 18:00:00 +0000

Sligo Rovers midfielder Greg Bolger joins Austin O'Callaghan to discuss Friday's 2-2 draw in Drogheda and when/if Rovers will find some league consistency.

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The Rovers Review 02/07/2023

Sun, 02 Jul 2023 18:00:00 +0000

Sligo Rovers defender Nando Pijnaker joins Austin O'Callaghan to reflect on Sligo Rovers morale-boosting 3-1 home win against Bohemians last Friday night.

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The Rovers Review 25/06/2023 - The 'R' word

Sun, 25 Jun 2023 18:00:00 +0000

At the start of the season, the key question was: Do Sligo Rovers have the squad to secure a top-four finish?

Now - it seems the the question has become: Do Rovers have the squad to stay in the Premier Division?

Mark Rossiter and Austin O'Callaghan discuss.

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The Rovers Review 04/06/2023

Sun, 04 Jun 2023 18:00:00 +0000

Austin O'Callaghan and Mark Rossiter unpick Friday night's 2-0 loss and performance level against Bohemians at Dalymount Park.
And - here come Shamrock Rovers to the Showgrounds on Monday evening...

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The Rovers Review 28/05/2023

Sun, 28 May 2023 18:00:00 +0000

Sligo Rovers matchwinner against Derry City, Will Fitzgerald, joins Austin O'Callaghan to chat about what Saturday's 1-0 win over the league leaders might do the team's season.
Plus - Rovers defender Garry Buckley on giving bone marrow to his brother to help him recover from cancer.

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The Rovers Review 14/05/20233 - 1998

Sun, 14 May 2023 18:00:00 +0000

Sligo Rovers League Cup winning side from 1998 held a reunion in Sligo at the weekend to mark the 25th anniversary of their two-legged final win over Shelbourne. Austin O'Callaghan met up with some of them.

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