Quick Summary
In this interview, Tommy Martin sits down with a former Republic of Ireland international. The player reflects on a professional career that started in the League of Ireland before he progressed to the elite, the top tier of English football.
About This Program ✦
Kevin Doyle presents an episode that centres on a one‑to‑one interview conducted by Tommy Martin. The programme slots the former Republic of Ireland international into a conversational setting, allowing the footballer to speak directly to listeners. As an episode of the Kevin Doyle series, it follows the familiar format of in‑depth interviews with notable figures from sport. During the interview, the ex‑international looks back over a career that got its start in the League of Ireland. He recounts how those early days in the domestic competition paved the way for a move to the upper echelons of English football. The discussion tracks his progression from local pitches to the high‑profile stages of the English game, highlighting the steps that took him from a national prospect to a player competing at the top level. The conversation also touches on the personal and professional adjustments required when shifting from Irish football to the English league system. By reflecting on his experiences, the former player offers listeners a glimpse of the challenges he faced, the milestones he achieved and the broader journey that saw him rise from the League of Ireland to the pinnacle of the English game. The episode therefore provides a concise yet thorough account of his footballing path, presented in Tommy Martin’s straightforward interview style.
Sport Stories: Kevin Doyle broadcasts on Virgin Media Four at 11:45am, Monday, 9 February 2026. (Subtitles, repeat)


