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Podcast: An Irishman Abroad
Episode: Mark Tighe - The Rise And Fall Of John Delaney
Description: The award-winning journalist Mark Tighe is the co-author of the best-selling sports boom of 2020, 'Champagne Football - John Delaney and the betrayal of Irish football: the inside story.'
This week, Mark joined Jarlath to offer a rare inside look into the dark and shocking world of the FAI during it's time under John Delaney's reign as CEO.
Mark goes deep into the story of Delaney's infamous 50th birthday party and why he opened with this bizarre scene. He tells us about those inside the FAI who failed in their responsibility to keep Delaney 'in check'. Jarlath quizzes Mark on h...