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In this series, Dave Hooper explores the history of 3 local Dublin football clubs who have all had recent success.

Local Club Football History brings you on a historical journey of three of Northside Dublins most recognisable football clubs. The series captures the essence and community spirit which upon the clubs were founded, and recounts the triumph and adversity each club has tasted. Told through the voices of the key men and women in each club, Local Club Football history is about real football people and football fans.

Raheny United – Dec 2nd 6.30pm
Raheny United was founded in 1994, the merger of two clubs Dunseedy United and Raheny Boys, less than 20 years later Raheny United were Women’s national league champions. In this programme, the beginnings of a club encased in the local community are captured as they quickly rose to the top of Women’s soccer in Ireland.