Published: Thu 6 Mar 2014, 4:16 PM

Last updated: Thu 6 Mar 2014, 4:22 PM

PODCAST: Previewing Athlone Town's Premier Division campaign opener

Published: Thu 6 Mar 2014, 4:16 PM

Last updated: Thu 6 Mar 2014, 4:22 PM

Westmeath Independent sport reporter Kevin O'Neill looks ahead to Athlone Town's 2014 Premier Division campaign, with particular focus on Saturday's first game away to Sligo Rovers.

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Published: Thu 6 Mar 2014, 4:16 PM

Last updated: Thu 6 Mar 2014, 4:22 PM

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