Athlone Town shot-stopper Brendan Clarke is no stranger to LOI launch days, with his first involvement in the league coming back in 2003.

Here he sits down with Ben Symes ahead of the new First Division which begins on Friday.

This week our live League of Ireland commentary comes from a sold-out Tolka Park as the 2024 champions Shelbourne, welcome 2025 champions Shamrock Rovers across the Liffey.

Jonathan Higgins will be joined by Richie Towell in the gantry and you will be able to hear live and exclusive commentary on Off The Ball on your radios from 7 and on the GoLoud App.'

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