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Duration
10 minutes
Series Info
Season 1 Episode 16 of 26

Quick Summary

Maddie's patience is put to the test by her neighbour Phillip, whose wayward football constantly rolls onto her garden, disrupting her routine. The repeated daily intrusions force her to manage the nuisance with increasing tolerance in her otherwise quiet neighbourhood.

About This Program

The piece in question is a football‑themed programme presented as a single episode. It falls squarely within the sport‑centric genre, offering viewers a snapshot of everyday life that revolves around the game’s influence beyond the pitch. At the heart of the episode is Maddie, whose calm is repeatedly challenged by her neighbour Phillip. The source of the tension is Phillip’s wayward football, which keeps rolling into Maddie’s space and forces her to confront a test of patience she hadn’t anticipated. Phillip’s errant ball becomes the catalyst for a subtle clash, pushing Maddie to manage her reactions each time the football strays. The neighbour’s casual approach to the game repeatedly interrupts Maddie’s routine, creating a recurring scenario that highlights how a simple sport can ripple into personal boundaries. In the end, the episode centres on this ongoing tug‑of‑war, with Maddie’s forbearance continually measured against Phillip’s unpredictable football antics. The story stays tightly focused on that single dynamic, offering a clear picture of how a neighbour’s love for the game can put a resident’s composure to the test.

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Maddie & Triggs broadcasts on RTE2 at 11:10am, Friday, 13 February 2026. (Subtitles, repeat)

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Production Details

Runtime10 mins