RTÉ drops radio coverage of Ireland’s Nations League matches
RTÉ will not broadcast Ireland’s upcoming Nations League football matches on radio, prompting anger within its sports department and criticism from politicians. Insiders say the decision is unprecedented and could deny listeners access to major national fixtures, while RTÉ describes it as a scheduling matter unrelated to the controversial matches against Israel.
Ireland’s games against Kosovo, Israel and Austria will still be shown on television, with Newstalk broadcasting them on radio. RTÉ staff suspect cost-cutting, citing reduced sports coverage and limited radio bulletins, but the broadcaster rejects that explanation and points to its extensive recent sports output, including 104 live World Cup matches.
- RTÉ radio will not air Ireland’s next Nations League matches.
- Insiders fear the decision sets a damaging precedent.
- RTÉ says scheduling, not Israel-related controversy, is responsible.
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Originally published by Daily Mail as “‘This is dangerous and worrying’… RTÉ insiders furious at decision not to broadcast Ireland soccer matches on radio – as broadcaster claims unusual call has nothing to do with controversial Israel clash”.