Returns, Rivalries & Huge Weekend Fixtures
From The LOIWomen Show on FinalWhistle by Final Whistle
April 30, 2026 · 45 min · Season 6 · Episode 15
About this episode
The episode previews a weekend of significant matches in the SSE Airtricity League of Ireland Women’s Premier Division, highlighting key rivalries and player returns.
Breifne Earley is joined by Aaron Clarke and Emma Kate Dineen to preview a weekend full of compelling storylines across the SSE Airtricity League of Ireland Women’s Premier Division. The spotlight falls on Sligo Rovers v Bohemians (25:49), where Gavin Hughes faces his former club after stepping up from his role as U19 manager at Bohs — adding an extra edge to an already important fixture. There’s also a notable return in Wexford FC v DLR Waves (30:27), as former Wexford manager Laura Heffernan and player Jess Gleeson come back to face their old side, bringing another layer of intrigue to the weekend. Elsewhere, Treaty United host Shamrock Rovers (1:03) in what could prove a key battle for momentum, while Cork City face a tough test against Shelbourne (8:51), with the visitors expected to continue their push near the top. Waterford FC welcome Athlone Town (13:04), with the visitors aiming to maintain their strong form, while Galway United v Peamount United (14:35) stands out as a major clash with serious implications for the title race. With personal storylines, pressure points and key fixtures across the board, the panel break down where the weekend could be decided. 🎧 Listen…
People in this episode
Host: Breifne Earley
Guests: Aaron Clarke, Emma Kate Dineen
Topics covered
- SSE Airtricity League
- women's soccer
- match previews
- rivalries
- team returns
- title race
Keywords
- SSE Airtricity League
- women's soccer
- match previews
- rivalries
- team returns
- title race
- Wexford FC
- Shamrock Rovers
- Bohemians
Mentioned in this episode
Organizations: Sligo Rovers, Bohemians, Wexford FC, DLR Waves, Treaty United, Shamrock Rovers, Cork City, Shelbourne, Waterford FC, Athlone Town
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