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RTÉ Soccer Podcast: Damien Duff's shock exit and what next for Shels? Ireland in the USA and brilliant Bohs

Former SSE Airtricity Men's Premier Division title winners Alan Cawley and David McMillan join Raf Diallo to react to Damien Duff's shock Shelbourne exit, the European draw for League of Ireland clubs and the weekend's domestic results including Bohemians' derby win over Shamrock Rovers, while Shels midfielder Rachel Graham looks ahead to this week's two Republic of Ireland women's friendlies versus USA and details Saturday's league action.

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01:20 Alan and David give their takes on Damien Duff's unexpected decision to resign as Shelbourne manager on Sunday and how the void at Tolka Park might be filled in the shorter and longer-term.

23:25 David and Alan react to the Champions League and Conference League draws that have pitted Shelbourne against Linfield - first leg live on RTÉ on 9 July - and St Patrick's Athletic versus Lithuanian opponents.

32:35 Rachel discusses the Republic of Ireland women's two friendlies in the USA, what to expect from the world number one side and what the future may hold for Aoife Mannion and Heather Payne after being released by Manchester United and Everton respectively.

44:30 Rachel runs through Saturday's Women's Premier Division action including her Shelbourne side's win over Sligo Rovers where team-mate Kate Mooney plundered a hat-trick and their FAI Cup opponents Galway United put seven past Waterford. Plus, she talks about Damien Duff's impact at Shels at large.

56:15 Alan and David review the latest SSE Airtricity Men's Premier Division matches including Bohemians' impressive derby win over leaders Shamrock Rovers, a vital victory for Sligo Rovers and St Patrick's Athletic continuing downturn in form, while David also shares his view on former club Dundalk who have seen their lead in the First Division whittled down to the bare minimum.

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