The year is coming to an end, and Santa will coming to visit soon, so this week on the show, we're bringing you our Christmas Special for House of Football. As it's our last show of 2023, we thought we'd bring you some of the best bits from the show, from the year that's passed. In this podcast, you'll hear some snippets of our best chats with Keith Treacy, Ardal O'Hanlon, Stephen Hunt and Philly McMahon. Thanks to everyone who listened over the course of the year, and we'll see you in 2024!

Former Ireland international Simon Cox joins Eric Lalor and Enda Coll on the line to chat about his career, why his highlight reel would match anyone, how he nearly signed for Celtic and getting the call up to the Ireland squad under Trapattoni.

In episode 37 of House of Football, Eric Lalor is joined by Graham Gartland and Enda Coll as they look back on the weekend's Premier League action. They look at Spurs' draw with Man City and how it justifies some of the way that Ange has set his team up. They discuss Manchester United after their predictable poor performance against Newcastle. And is Trent Alexander-Arnold the best right back in Premier League history? Plus, the lads delve into Graham's career in Scotland. The Celtic-Rangers rivalry and how hard it is to compete in the league as one of the perceived 'minnows'.

On episode 36 of House of Football, Eric Lalor is joined by former Blackburn and Burnley player Keith Treacy, and JOE's Enda Coll to look back on the week's Champions League results and the biggest news across the Premier League. They discuss André Onana's howler against Galatasaray and if the goalkeeper is up to scratch for the level needed at Manchester United. Resident Celtic man, Enda, explains why Celtic are so bad in European football. And who would you start, bench and sell: Marcus Rashford, Ollie Watkins and Ivan Toney?

Alan Cawley and Graham Gartland join Eric Lalor in the House of Football studio as we reflect on the final competitive match of the failed Euro 2024 qualification campaign. The lads look at Stephen Kenny's reign and if anything has actually got any better, if anything will change when he leaves or if the damage is so deep in Irish football that it'll take a major overhaul to make things right.

On Episode 34 of House of Football, Eric Lalor is joined by Alan Cawley and Keith Treacy as they look back on the FAI Cup final on Sunday. It was more disappointment for Bohs, but St Pat's young-guns pulled through to bring home the cup for the second time in three years. The lads discuss the key moments in the game, why set-piece preparation was the difference between the two and what happens next for the two clubs. They look back on a mental weekend of Premier League football, including the 4-4 thriller between Chelsea and Man City on Sunday. Plus, Keith tells us how he nutmegged the midfield maestro of his generation.

In a very special edition of House of Football, Eric Lalor is joined in studio by Derek Pender and Ian Bermingham to look ahead to this weekend's FAI Cup final. The lads look back on their careers in the League of Ireland, the battles between them, and their experience winning (and losing) FAI Cup finals. Plus, they preview this weekend's clash between Bohs and St Pat's, in front of what is expected to be a HUGE crowd at the Aviva Stadium. 

On episode 32 of House of Football, Eric Lalor, Alan Cawley and Enda Coll look back on the Manchester Derby and another disaster weekend for Man United. They discuss Erik Ten Hag's future and his concerning lack of judgement when it comes to player attitudes. And they come up with a master plan to fix the club. Shamrock Rovers wrapped up the league at the weekend with a win at Cork, but it was the guard of honour - or lack there of - that came out as the biggest talking point of the game - the lads debate whether or not a team should give the champions a guard of honour. Plus, you've got a choice: Start, Bench and Sell. This week's players are James Maddison, Bruno Fernandes and Dominik Szoboszlai, who you got?

Eric Lalor is joined in studio by former Shamrock Rovers man Graham Gartland and by JOE's own Enda Coll for episode 31 of House of Football. The lads talk League of Ireland as Graham gives the secret behind Shamrock Rovers' success, as they close in on four-in-a-row. They talk Premier League and Champions League with Manchester United struggling on both fronts. They discuss Arsenal snatching a draw against Chelsea and Mikel Arteta's refusal to say David Raya is his number one choice. Plus, Chiedozie Ogbene got his first goal of his Premier League career. The lads talk about his rise and why he can go even further in his career.

Alan Cawley and Keith Treacy join Eric Lalor in the House of Football studio as they look back on yet another disappointing international window for Stephen Kenny's side. They discuss Kenny's legacy and whether or not it is one of failure. They debate the impact he has had on Irish football as a whole and whether his legacy will be felt after he departs. Plus, the Premier League is back this weekend. The lads look ahead to Arsenal v Chelsea and the Merseyside derby.

Eric Lalor is joined in the House of Football studio by Alan Cawley and Chris O'Gara from The Gara Show to look back on a huge weekend of Premier League action. They look back on a snooze-fest between Man City and Arsenal which blew the title-race wide open. They look at the woes of Manchester United and why Scott McTominay has been disrespected by the club. Plus, can Stephen Kenny save himself with two wins during this international break? The lads look ahead to Ireland's clashes with Greece and Gibraltar.

Ardal O'Hanlon joins Eric Lalor on the House of Football to discuss his love of football, supporting Leeds and his career in acting, comedy and writing.

Alan Cawley and Enda Coll join Eric Lalor for episode 27 of House of Football. In this episode, the lads look back on the North London Derby and why everyone loves Ange Postecoglou. Plus, Enda chats with Rick Sacks from the Last Word on Spurs podcast to get a Spurs fan perspective on the season so far. On top of all that, the last rank the Premier League managers, look at Chelsea's continued woes and discuss the possibility of Liam Scales getting called up to the Ireland squad, following his great form for Celtic of late.

Eric Lalor is joined in studio by Alan Cawley and Keith Treacy for Episode 26 of House of Football. In this episode, the lads debate whether Diane Caldwell was right to air her grievances about Vera Pauw. They talk Man United as they were handed a beating by Brighton at the weekend, and how Erik Ten Hag has caused some of his own problems. And is player-power real? How does it present itself in a professional dressing room? Keith tells us about the time he went toe-to-toe with Eddie Howe.

Stephen Kenny's hours are numbered as Ireland manager after a double defeat in the international window to France and Netherlands, bringing this campaign's results to four defeats and one win. In the House of Football studio to react to Ireland's results and discuss Stephen Kenny's future is Eric Lalor, Alan Cawly and Rob Redmond. The lads pinpoint the mistakes that could end up costing Kenny his job as Ireland manager, the worrying trends in his team and who could potentially replace him, if the FAI choose to take that route. Could Roy Keane be the next Ireland manager? Would he even want the job? The lads discuss Keane's credentials and if he would be a suitable appointment.

Eric Lalor is back with Alan Cawley and Philly McMahon to preview potentially make-or-break Ireland matches for Stephen Kenny, discuss the League of Ireland title race and breakdown the weekend's biggest fixtures.

Eric Lalor is back with Keith Treacy and Alan Cawley to cover the biggest stories from the weekend, including Van Dijk's red card, Bruno Fernandes' moaning and shocking refereeing.

Eric Lalor is back with David Connolly and Conan Byrne to discuss Roy Keane's ambitions beyond punditry, learn how Pochettino can make grown men cry and cover all the latest news from the Premier League weekend.

Eric Lalor is back with Alan Cawley and Stephen Hunt to breakdown the Premier League's return, discuss the state of punditry and examine what we learned from the opening weekend.

Eric is joined by podcast regulars, Alan Cawley and Robbie Redmond, to discuss the controversial Manchester United friendly in Dublin, preview the upcoming Premier League season and analyse the League of Ireland title chase as it comes down to the wire.

Former Irish international Keith Treacy and League of Ireland legend Conan Byrne join Eric Lalor to review the Irish women's World Cup campaign, the impact of Sean Dyche and Tugay's cigarette ritual.

Stephen Hunt and Alan Cawley join Eric Lalor on House of Football to discuss Ireland's progress in the Women's World Cup and to ask: has football lost it's soul?

Record-breaker and trailblazer Olivia O'Toole joined Eric Lalor on the House of Football to discuss her career, the 'unbelievable' growth in women's football, playing with Katie Taylor and what the Women's World Cup means for the country.

Stephanie Zambra and Alan Cawley join us on the latest episode of House of Football as we preview the Fifa Women's World Cup and look at Ireland's chances in the tournament. 18+ | gamblingcare.ie

Eric Lalor is joined by show-regular Alan Cawley, and Daniel Lambert, Chief Operating Officer at Bohemian Football Club to discuss the steady growth of the League of Ireland.

Eric Lalor is joined by eight-time All-Ireland winner Philly McMahon to discuss choosing between 'soccer' and the GAA, working with Bohemians and the need for change in the League of Ireland. 18+ | gamblingcare.ie

Hollywood in Wrexham, working with Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney and the Stephen Kenny debate - Eoghan O'Connell and Alan Cawley join us for House of Football episode 13. 18+ | gamblingcare.ie

Former Republic of Ireland winger Stephen Hunt joins Eric Lalor, and SportsJOE editor Robert Redmond to discuss some of the biggest transfers dominating the headlines, playing in the $1 million TST tournament and the pressures on Stephen Kenny ahead of the international break. 18+ | gamblingcare.ie

Eric Lalor is joined by Alan Cawley and Waterford FC's Keith Long as they discuss the reality of being a League of Ireland manager, potential FAI funding and the transition from player to coach. 18+ | gamblingcare.ie

End-of-season awards, the refereeing problem and EPL wrap-up - Alan Cawley joins us on House of Football, episode 10. 18+ | gamblingcare.ie

English 'Farmer's League', David Silva's genius and 'misunderstood' Jason Tindall - Damien Delaney and Cillian Sheridan join us on House of Football episode nine. 18+ | gamblingcare.ie

Pep vs Fergie, squaring up to Ronaldo and how transfers really happen - Stephen Hunt joins us on episode eight of House of Football. 18+ | gamblingcare.ie

The Big Sam experience, God Save The Queen and how jersey swapping actually works - Matt Holland and Damien Delaney join Eric Lalor on episode seven of House of Football. 18+ | gamblingcare.ie

Euros heartbreak, pump-up tunes and that Jimmy Bullard celebration - Stephen Hunt joins Alan Cawley and Eric Lalor on episode six of House of Football. 18+ | gamblingcare.ie

What Jose Mourinho is really like behind the scenes, the perfect club for Harry Kane and the best football documentary ever. Damien Delaney and Alan Cawley join us for episode five of House of Football. 18+ | gamblingcare.ie

Interrupting Roy Keane's team talk, training with Henrik Larsson and the Premier League's most 'disrespected' manager. David Connolly and Alan Cawley join us for episode four of House of Football. 18+ | gamblingcare.ie

Initiation songs, being pinned to the wall, playing all over Europe and trying to swap shirts with Cristiano Ronaldo. Cillian Sheridan and Alan Cawley join us for episode three of House of Football. 18+ | gamblingcare.ie

Haggling to get into League of Ireland games, Liverpool’s decline and Bruno Fernandes’ moaning. Former Ireland captain Kenny Cunningham joins Eric Lalor for House of Football episode two. 18+ | gamblingcare.ie

Eric and Damien are joined by Ireland and Leeds legend Ian Harte on the first episode of the House of Football. 18+ | gamblingcare.ie