If You Build It, Will They Come? The Dalymount Redevelopment Saga
11 November - 19 mins
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For decades, Irish football has survived on crumbling terraces and rusting floodlights, but change may finally be in the air. Dublin City Council has finally approved the long-awaited redevelopment of Dalymount Park, home of Bohemians FC, while just up the road, Shelbourne have secured a 250-year lease on Tolka Park, ending years of uncertainty over their spiritual home.
On today’s podcast, Shane Beatty is joined by Cameron Hill from Off The Ball to ask whether these long-delayed projects mark a real turning point for domestic football — or just more patchwork progress.
From the political wrangling behind Dalymount’s €64 million rebuild to the deep cultural roots of Bohemians’ unique soc...
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