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Sandra Herrera and Lisa Roman welcome Concacaf W Championship broadcaster Jordan Angeli to the show to discuss the Concacaf W Championship results after match day 1. The United States, Jamaica, Costa Rica and Canada each walk away with three points after their first matches. The competition is tighter than ever as they discuss which teams have pleasantly surprised them after 90 minutes. Plus, they discuss how VAR has been affecting the tournament. Then, they preview the United States second match of the tournament against Jamaica. The Reggae Girlz are coming off a fantastic 1-0 victory over Mexico and their confidence is soaring. How will this pose trouble for the USWNT? If you support the show, please nominate Attacking for The People's Choice Podcast Awards in the “Best Female-Hosted” Category: https://www.podcastawards.com/app/signup/ 'Attacking Third' is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts. Follow the Attacking Third team on Twitter: @AttackingThird, @SandHerrera_, @LRoman32 Visit the Attacking Third YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/attackingthird You can listen to Attacking Third on your smart speakers! Simply say "Alexa, play the latest episode of the Attacking Third podcast" or "Hey Google, play the latest episode of the Attacking Third podcast." For more soccer coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/soccer/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sandra Herrera and Lisa Roman recap the first Concacaf W Championship match for the United States Women's National Team as they face Haiti. They run through the lineup, player matchups, and more in their full game recap and analysis. The USA starting lineup features one surprise in GK Casey Murphy earning her 6th cap and first international qualifying cap over GK Alyssa Naeher. Haiti puts a lot of pressure on the US defense and proves why they won their qualifying group so convincingly. VAR makes its appearance in the tournament and calls back a goal from the US and a red card. Lisa and Sandra give their thoughts and analysis on the entire match. If you support the show, please nominate Attacking for The People's Choice Podcast Awards in the "Best-Female Hosted" Category: https://www.podcastawards.com/app/signup/ 'Attacking Third' is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts. Follow the Attacking Third team on Twitter: @AttackingThird, @SandHerrera_, @LRoman32 Visit the Attacking Third YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/attackingthird You can listen to Attacking Third on your smart speakers! Simply say "Alexa, play the latest episode of the Attacking Third podcast" or "Hey Google, play the latest episode of the Attacking Third podcast." For more soccer coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/soccer/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sandra Herrera and Lisa Roman recap the weekend of NWSL matches. They discuss the winners and losers, which team fared the best so far without their international players and who continues to top the standings and more. Full NWSL recap and analysis. 'Attacking Third' is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts. Follow the Attacking Third team on Twitter: @AttackingThird, @SandHerrera_, @LRoman32 Visit the Attacking Third YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/attackingthird You can listen to Attacking Third on your smart speakers! Simply say "Alexa, play the latest episode of the Attacking Third podcast" or "Hey Google, play the latest episode of the Attacking Third podcast." For more soccer coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/soccer/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sandra Herrera and Lisa Roman preview the weekend slate of domestic and international matches. The NWSL returns to action after the international break and the league trade window has opened. They discuss the biggest trades and moves across the league and what this means for the clubs (4:00). Then, Sandra and Lisa run through the weekend slate of NWSL matches. With league play resuming during World Cup Qualifiers, most clubs are without their stars who are away for international duty - over 40 players will be absent over the next few weeks. This is a chance for players in the NWSL to get more minutes but also the biggest test of depth for the NWSL clubs (14:25). Sandra and Lisa preview the US Women's National Team's first match in the Concacaf W Championship against Haiti (31:39). They Tournament starts on Monday, July 4 and comes just five days after the USWNT second friendly vs Colombia. They preview the Haiti team, players to watch and how they could give the USA trouble. Then dive deep into the USWNT squad and assess how Vlatko Andonovski's team will do against Haiti. Full preview and analysis. 'Attacking Third' is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts. Follow the Attacking Third team on Twitter: @AttackingThird, @SandHerrera_, @LRoman32 Visit the Attacking Third YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/attackingthird You can listen to Attacking Third on your smart speakers! Simply say "Alexa, play the latest episode of the Attacking Third podcast" or "Hey Google, play the latest episode of the Attacking Third podcast." For more soccer coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/soccer/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sandra Herrera, Lisa Roman and Lori Lindsey preview the Concacaf W Championship. They discuss the details of the tournament running from July 4-18, with four teams qualifying for the Women's World Cup in 2023 and two teams qualifying for the Summer Olympics in 2024. The tournament features 8 nations split into two groups. Group A features Olympic Medalists Canada, Costa Rica, Panama and Trinidad and Tobago. Group B features 2x Concacaf W Champions the USA, Mexico, Jamaica and Haiti. They discuss each of the teams, what this means for the federations, teams and players to watch as well as their dark horse of the tournament. Full preview and analysis. 'Attacking Third' is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts. Follow the Attacking Third team on Twitter: @AttackingThird, @SandHerrera_, @LRoman32 Visit the Attacking Third YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/attackingthird You can listen to Attacking Third on your smart speakers! Simply say "Alexa, play the latest episode of the Attacking Third podcast" or "Hey Google, play the latest episode of the Attacking Third podcast." For more soccer coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/soccer/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Lisa Roman welcomes Sandra Herrera and two former US Internationals Lori Lindsey and Danielle Slaton to the show. They group recaps the USWNT friendly from Saturday vs Colombia. They give their initial impressions of the squad as we get the first look at the World Cup Qualifying team in action. They assess the personelle, player rotation and the biggest thing MISSING from the first of two friendlies. Then, they look ahead to Tuesday's second match for the US and talk about what needs to change before then. 'Attacking Third' is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts. Follow the Attacking Third team on Twitter: @AttackingThird, @SandHerrera_, @LRoman32 Visit the Attacking Third YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/attackingthird You can listen to Attacking Third on your smart speakers! Simply say "Alexa, play the latest episode of the Attacking Third podcast" or "Hey Google, play the latest episode of the Attacking Third podcast." For more soccer coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/soccer/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sandra Herrera and Lisa Roman welcome special guests Aly Wagner and Brandi Chastain to the show. Aly and Brandi are former USWNT players, Santa Clara Broncos and the newest founding members along with other USWNT legends Danielle Slaton and Leslie Osborne of the newest potential NWSL Expansion group in the San Francisco Bay Area. Brandi and Aly talk about why they chose the northern California area, what this specific group of women can bring to a new team and more. Plus, they pick which team THEY would like to play for in the NWSL today. 'Attacking Third' is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts. Follow the Attacking Third team on Twitter: @AttackingThird, @SandHerrera_, @LRoman32 Visit the Attacking Third YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/attackingthird You can listen to Attacking Third on your smart speakers! Simply say "Alexa, play the latest episode of the Attacking Third podcast" or "Hey Google, play the latest episode of the Attacking Third podcast." For more soccer coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/soccer/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sandra Herrera and Lisa Roman welcome Lori Lindsey to the show to preview the USWNT Friendlies vs Colombia. They discuss the importance of the US playing two friendlies before heading to Mexico for the Women's World Cup Qualifiers in the Concacaf W Championship. Lori reflects on the importance of these lead-up matches as a player and what this could mean for player rotation during these two friendlies. Plus, they dive into the midfield tactics and what to expect from the USA against a midfield like Colombia. The conversation naturally turns to the defensive midfield six role and what we need to see from Andi Sullivan. Then, they each give their player predictions as to which players they want to see show up be and have a great handful of matches. Full preview, analysis and more. 'Attacking Third' is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts. Follow the Attacking Third team on Twitter: @AttackingThird, @SandHerrera_, @LRoman32 Visit the Attacking Third YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/attackingthird You can listen to Attacking Third on your smart speakers! Simply say "Alexa, play the latest episode of the Attacking Third podcast" or "Hey Google, play the latest episode of the Attacking Third podcast." For more soccer coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/soccer/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sandra Herrera and Lisa Roman welcome former Colombian international Melissa Ortiz to the show to preview the USWNT friendly vs Colombia. Melissa talks about being a Colombian-American and her first time playing against the United States Women's National Team and how much experience and growth it gives to the players and the federations to compete in these friendlies. Melissa gives insight into the Colombian roster pointing out the biggest names to watch from their biggest players Catalina Usme and Leicy Santos to the young scorer Linda Caicedo, and the Colombian-Americas in Elexa Marie Bahr and Angela Barón. https://www.kickoffcoffeeco.com/ 'Attacking Third' is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts. Follow the Attacking Third team on Twitter: @AttackingThird, @SandHerrera_, @LRoman32 Visit the Attacking Third YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/attackingthird You can listen to Attacking Third on your smart speakers! Simply say "Alexa, play the latest episode of the Attacking Third podcast" or "Hey Google, play the latest episode of the Attacking Third podcast." For more soccer coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/soccer/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Lisa Roman and Lori Lindsey recap the weekend slate of NWSL games. Saturday features 16 goals in 3 games as Portland, San Diego and Houston take home BIG wins. Then the recap the pair of ties between Washington and Louisville, Kansas City and Chicago. Plus, OL Reign sneaks out a 1-0 win over Angel City. Full recaps, analysis and more. 'Attacking Third' is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts. Follow the Attacking Third team on Twitter: @AttackingThird, @SandHerrera_, @LRoman32 Visit the Attacking Third YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/attackingthird You can listen to Attacking Third on your smart speakers! Simply say "Alexa, play the latest episode of the Attacking Third podcast" or "Hey Google, play the latest episode of the Attacking Third podcast." For more soccer coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/soccer/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sandra Herrera and Lisa Roman preview the weekend slate of NWSL games. All six teams compete in match day 8 of the NWSL regular season. Friday kicks off with a match in D.C. as Washington Spirit host Racing Louisville. The Spirit look for their first win since the opening weekend of the year. On Saturday, two matches take place. Kansas City vs Chicago Red Stars and OL Reign host Angel City FC. On Sunday, three matches are set to take place. The day starts with Portland Thorns hosting Orlando Pride, then San Diego Wave FC travels to Red Bull Arena to play Gotham FC and Sunday evening closes out with North Carolina vs Houston Dash. Full weekend preview with picks, predictions, analysis and more. 'Attacking Third' is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts. Follow the Attacking Third team on Twitter: @AttackingThird, @SandHerrera_, @LRoman32 Visit the Attacking Third YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/attackingthird You can listen to Attacking Third on your smart speakers! Simply say "Alexa, play the latest episode of the Attacking Third podcast" or "Hey Google, play the latest episode of the Attacking Third podcast." For more soccer coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/soccer/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sandra Herrera and Lisa Roman discuss the latest news and notes around the world of women’s soccer. Up first, they discuss the injury report update from US International and Angel City forward Christen Press who posted on social media that she has torn her ACL. This injury comes after Press rejoined the NWSL with her hometown club in LA. Sandra and Lisa discuss the open trade window in the NWSL with Racing Louisville waiving defender Erin Simon. Then they breakdown the Concacaf rosters that have been announced and the crossover with international rosters in the NWSL. The 2022 Women’s Euros begin the first week of July and a lot of Euro rosters have been announced with crossover in the NWSL with many players as well. *This episode was recorded prior to the reporting by The Equalizer that OL Reign has acquired forward Tobin Heath's playing rights from Racing Louisville in exchange for $50,000 in sllocation money, a second-round pick in the 2023 NWSL Draft and a natural fourth-round pick in the same draft. 'Attacking Third' is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts. Follow the Attacking Third team on Twitter: @AttackingThird, @SandHerrera_, @LRoman32 Visit the Attacking Third YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/attackingthird You can listen to Attacking Third on your smart speakers! Simply say "Alexa, play the latest episode of the Attacking Third podcast" or "Hey Google, play the latest episode of the Attacking Third podcast." For more soccer coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/soccer/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Lisa Roman and Lori Lindsey welcome Sandra Herrera to the show to discuss Vlatko Andonovski's 23-player roster for the Concacaf W Championships plus the three additional players called up for the June international window when the USA plays Colombia. They discuss their initial reactions to the roster and discuss how Megan Rapinoe was called into the camp over Christen Press. Lori gives her thoughts on why Rapinoe deserves to be called in. They discuss the most surprising names on the roster and how we could see these players making a difference. Then Sandra, Lori and Lisa look at the starting lineups for the USA during the Concacaf W Championship and World Cup Qualifiers in Mexico. Based on the 23-player roster that Vlatko Andonovski has named ahead of the June international break. They discuss the midfield for the USWNT and which players will slot into that role. Plus, they discuss which front line should be the most lethal in Concacaf competition. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sandra Herrera and Lisa Roman recap the weekend slate of NWSL games. Sunday closes out with Houston Dash vs Portland Thorns in Houston. Saturday featured high-scoring affairs between Washington and North Carolina, and Racing Louisville vs Angel City. Plus, close games in the NWSL featured Chicago and Kansas City winning on one-goal games while OL Reign and San Diego split points. Full recap and analysis. 'Attacking Third' is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts. Follow the Attacking Third team on Twitter: @AttackingThird, @SandHerrera_, @LRoman32 Visit the Attacking Third YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/attackingthird You can listen to Attacking Third on your smart speakers! Simply say "Alexa, play the latest episode of the Attacking Third podcast" or "Hey Google, play the latest episode of the Attacking Third podcast." For more soccer coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/soccer/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sandra Herrera and Lisa Roman run through the latest news in the NWSL. Orlando Pride head coach Amanda Cromwell and assistant Sam Greene have been placed on administrative leave by the club. This comes after a recommendation from the NWSL and the NWSL PA in response to the pending results of an investigation into alleged retaliation in violation of the NWSL Policy to Prevent and Eliminate Workplace Discrimination Harassment, and Bullying. The Pride have promoted assistant coach Seb Hines as the interim head coach. Also, Kansas City announces a trade with Racing Louisville sending forward Cece Kizer and defender Addison Merrick back home to Kansas City. Lisa gives her thoughts on the trade and why it could be detrimental to Racing Louisville's attack. Then, they recap the midweek action. With one game on Tuesday, between Angel City and Houston Dash, and two games Wednesday - Chicago vs Washington and Portland vs San Diego Wave. Each game ended in a draw with all teams splitting the points. Full recap and analysis. Then, Sandra and Lisa preview the full weekend slate of games. Each team plays again with quick turn around for those with midweek games. They each give their picks and predictions. Full preview, analysis, picks and predictions. 'Attacking Third' is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts. Follow the Attacking Third team on Twitter: @AttackingThird, @SandHerrera_, @LRoman32 Visit the Attacking Third YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/attackingthird You can listen to Attacking Third on your smart speakers! Simply say "Alexa, play the latest episode of the Attacking Third podcast" or "Hey Google, play the latest episode of the Attacking Third podcast." For more soccer coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/soccer/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sandra Herrera and Lisa Roman sit down with San Diego Wave’s midfielder Christen Westphal and Portland Thorn’s defender Maddie Pogarch to talk about Pride month. As two players in the NWSL, part of the LBGTQ+ community, and in a relationship with each other, Christen and Maddie give insight into how they make it work. They discuss how Pride in the NWSL has evolved over the years and what they hope it looks like in the future. Plus, Maddie and Christen give a little smack talk before they are set to face each other on the field in a big NWSL Regular Season battle as San Diego Wave hosts Portland Thorns. 100% of the proceeds from Christen and Maddie’s GoFundMe page goes directly to the Trevor Project. Donate here: https://www.gofundme.com/f/christen-pos-pride-month-fundraiser?utm_source=customer&utm_medium=copy_link&utm_campaign=p_cf+share-flow-1 'Attacking Third' is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts. Follow the Attacking Third team on Twitter: @AttackingThird, @SandHerrera_, @LRoman32 Visit the Attacking Third YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/attackingthird You can listen to Attacking Third on your smart speakers! Simply say "Alexa, play the latest episode of the Attacking Third podcast" or "Hey Google, play the latest episode of the Attacking Third podcast." For more soccer coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/soccer/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sandra Herrera and Lisa Roman preview the midweek NWSL action. Matches resume on Tuesday in LA with Angel City hosting Houston Dash. Angel City coming off a 3-0 loss to Portland and Houston looking to keep the winning streak going after their dominant 5-0 win over Orlando Pride. On Wednesday, the Chicago Red Stars host the Washington Spirit, this is the second time these two teams face each other in just one week. Plus, Wednesday night closes out with San Diego Wave FC hosting Portland Thorns. Full match previews, predictions, picks and more. 'Attacking Third' is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts. Follow the Attacking Third team on Twitter: @AttackingThird, @SandHerrera_, @LRoman32 Visit the Attacking Third YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/attackingthird You can listen to Attacking Third on your smart speakers! Simply say "Alexa, play the latest episode of the Attacking Third podcast" or "Hey Google, play the latest episode of the Attacking Third podcast." For more soccer coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/soccer/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Lisa Roman and Lori Lindsey discuss the overall player performance of USWNT players this past week in the NWSL. USA and Champions League winner with Lyon Catarina Macario announces she tore her ACL. Lori and Lisa discuss how this affects the USWNT and the Concacaf W Championship, World Cup Qualifiers this summer. Plus, they list their 23-player wishlist prediction roster for the June FIFA window. 'Attacking Third' is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts. Follow the Attacking Third team on Twitter: @AttackingThird, @SandHerrera_, @LRoman32 Visit the Attacking Third YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/attackingthird You can listen to Attacking Third on your smart speakers! Simply say "Alexa, play the latest episode of the Attacking Third podcast" or "Hey Google, play the latest episode of the Attacking Third podcast." For more soccer coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/soccer/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sandra Herrera and Lisa Roman recap the NWSL weekend matches. With all twelve teams playing across the league there is a lot to cover. Before the recap, Sandra and Lisa address some breaking news that happened Sunday morning right before they went live. USWNT and Lyon forward Catarina Macario announced she has torn her ACL. This comes right after Lyon won Champion's League and ahead of the Concacaf W Championships this summer for the USA. Sandra and Lisa then dive into the NWSL recap. They start with the high scoring affairs, Houston Dash score 5 over Orlando, Christine Sinclair nets 2 of 3 for Portland over Angel City and North Carolina welcome the return of Kerolin in their 3-0 win over Racing Louisville. Then, Sandra and Lisa run through the close-scoring games. Chicago's Mallory Pugh gets the loan goal over OL Reign, Gotham wins two straight games in a 1-0 defeat over Washington and Kansas City and San Diego end in a 2-2 draw, Alex Morgan netting goals seven and eight of the season. Full recaps, analysis and more. 'Attacking Third' is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts. Follow the Attacking Third team on Twitter: @AttackingThird, @SandHerrera_, @LRoman32 Visit the Attacking Third YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/attackingthird You can listen to Attacking Third on your smart speakers! Simply say "Alexa, play the latest episode of the Attacking Third podcast" or "Hey Google, play the latest episode of the Attacking Third podcast." For more soccer coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/soccer/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sandra Herrera and Lisa Roman recap the midweek Wednesday action in the NWSL between Chicago Red Stars and Washington Spirit. An early goal puts the Red Stars ahead before a set piece header from Sam Staab pulls the Spirit level. Full recap, analysis and more. Then, Sandra and Lisa look ahead to the weekend slate ahead in the NWSL. With each team playing this weekend, they discuss the implications, player matchups and more. Full preview, analysis, picks and predictions. 'Attacking Third' is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts. Follow the Attacking Third team on Twitter: @AttackingThird, @SandHerrera_, @LRoman32 Visit the Attacking Third YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/attackingthird You can listen to Attacking Third on your smart speakers! Simply say "Alexa, play the latest episode of the Attacking Third podcast" or "Hey Google, play the latest episode of the Attacking Third podcast." For more soccer coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/soccer/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sandra Herrera and Lisa Roman welcome Angel City FC defender Paige Nielsen to the show to celebrate Pride Month. Paige discusses the NWSL Season so far for Angel City and how she's adjusting to life in LA. Paige opens up on the show to speak about her coming out story, how she met her wife and how their lives are now living across the country from each other. She also discusses her new book, the inspiration for her writings and how she hopes her story about grief can help others. Celebrate Pride Month with Attacking Third throughout June! 'Attacking Third' is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts. Follow the Attacking Third team on Twitter: @AttackingThird, @SandHerrera_, @LRoman32 Visit the Attacking Third YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/attackingthird You can listen to Attacking Third on your smart speakers! Simply say "Alexa, play the latest episode of the Attacking Third podcast" or "Hey Google, play the latest episode of the Attacking Third podcast." For more soccer coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/soccer/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Lisa Roman and Lori Lindsey welcome former US International, 3x Olympic Gold Medalist, World Cup Champion, NWSL analyst and UNC coach Heather O'Reilly to the show. Heather shares her experience transitioning from actively playing to retirement. She still plays soccer weekly but also just completed the Boston Marathon and is about to be featured on American Ninja Warrior. HAO discusses her time as a player, how much she still competes, and lets Lori and Lisa in on her grand idea to start a Legends League of AARP players. Plus, they ask Heather about the current USWNT team, which current player is most like herself, who she's like to play alongside and her thoughts on the roster for the 2022 Concacaf W Championship for the World Cup Qualifiers. 'Attacking Third' is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts. Follow the Attacking Third team on Twitter: @AttackingThird, @SandHerrera_, @LRoman32 Visit the Attacking Third YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/attackingthird You can listen to Attacking Third on your smart speakers! Simply say "Alexa, play the latest episode of the Attacking Third podcast" or "Hey Google, play the latest episode of the Attacking Third podcast." For more soccer coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/soccer/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sandra Herrera and Lisa Roman recap the weekend slate of NWSL matches. KC Current and Racing Louisville close out the holiday weekend on Monday's afternoon slate with the Current earning their first regular-season win. Plus, OL Reign remained undefeated at home with a Rose Lavelle diving header as the game-winner over San Diego Wave FC. And after 15 corner kicks, Angel City still could not score against Gotham and an Onumonu goal is the difference-maker. Plus, three games end in draws resulting in six teams splitting points across the weekend. Two high-scoring games between Chicago and Portland, and Orlando and Washington. While Houston's Rachel Daly notches a late first-half goal to pull equal with North Carolina Courage. Sandra and Lisa run through the standings after a full month of NWSL Regular Season action. Full recap, analysis and more. Sandra and Lisa also preview the NWSL mid-week action between Chicago Red Stars and Washington Spirit with full picks, predictions, preview and more. 'Attacking Third' is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts. Follow the Attacking Third team on Twitter: @AttackingThird, @SandHerrera_, @LRoman32 Visit the Attacking Third YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/attackingthird You can listen to Attacking Third on your smart speakers! Simply say "Alexa, play the latest episode of the Attacking Third podcast" or "Hey Google, play the latest episode of the Attacking Third podcast." For more soccer coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/soccer/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

UEFA Women's Champions League Champion, former Portland Thorn, and USWNT midfielder Lindsey Horan joins the show. Sandra Herrera and Lisa Roman talk with Lindsey about winning the Champion's League and how it felt to defeat powerhouse Barcelona. Lindsey opens up about the emotions of that game, how she's dreamt of that accomplishment her whole life and how she celebrated after the win. Lindsey discusses playing for club and country alongside Catarina Macario and looks ahead to the USWNT camp in June and the Concacaf W Championships this summer. 'Attacking Third' is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts. Follow the Attacking Third team on Twitter: @AttackingThird, @SandHerrera_, @LRoman32 Visit the Attacking Third YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/attackingthird You can listen to Attacking Third on your smart speakers! Simply say "Alexa, play the latest episode of the Attacking Third podcast" or "Hey Google, play the latest episode of the Attacking Third podcast." For more soccer coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/soccer/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sandra Herrera and Lisa Roman recap the midweek NWSL match between OL Reign and Kansas City. OL Reign picks up their first regular-season win on a Bethany Balcer goal. Then Sandra and Lisa look ahead to the weekend slate of NWSL matches. The first slate of recaps features Challenge Cup Flashbacks with regional teams back in the competition. Full recaps, analysis, previews, picks and predictions. 'Attacking Third' is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts. Follow the Attacking Third team on Twitter: @AttackingThird, @SandHerrera_, @LRoman32 Visit the Attacking Third YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/attackingthird You can listen to Attacking Third on your smart speakers! Simply say "Alexa, play the latest episode of the Attacking Third podcast" or "Hey Google, play the latest episode of the Attacking Third podcast." For more soccer coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/soccer/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sandra Herrera and Lisa Roman preview the midweek NWSL match. But first, they run through the latest news and notes around the world of women’s soccer. KC Current has hired the first-ever President in club history (3:15). Allison Howard joins the NWSL after a 10-year career with the LA Lakers. Angel City FC announced a 2-year partnership with Tigres Femenil in Liga MX. Becky Sauerbrunn, Megan Rapinoe and Alex Morgan are named along with the U.S. Women’s National Team as TIME’s 100 most influential people. Plus, Portland Thorns and USA midfielder Crystal Dunn celebrates the birth of her baby boy. In the second half of the episode, Sandra and Lisa preview the midweek NWSL game between OL Reign and Kansas City Current (22:05). Both sides are looking for their first NWSL regular-season win after making it to the Challenge Cup semifinals. Game previews, picks, predictions and analysis To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Lisa Roman and Lori Lindsey look back at the weekend to evaluate players' performances with their club teams. Cat Macario and Lindsey Horan with OL defeat Barcelona in the Women's Champions League Final. Plus, Alex Morgan and Christen Press both score game-winners for their NWSL teams. A handful of players see their first minutes in the NWSL after suffering injuries - goalkeeper Casey Murphy, forward Mallory Pugh and midfielder Andi Sullivan. Lori and Lisa answer your questions from The USWNT Hour fans including a conversation about the US front line - Mallory Pugh, Cat Macario, Alex Morgan, and Christen Press. Plus, Lori lists her 23-player USWNT Roster for the World Cup based on player availability today. In the second half of the show, broadcast analyst, former USWNT midfielder and USA legend Aly Wagner joins the show. Aly and Lori discuss their preferred starting lineup for the WNT and Aly gives some hot takes on who should be called into camp. 'Attacking Third' is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts. Follow the Attacking Third team on Twitter: @AttackingThird, @SandHerrera_, @LRoman32 Visit the Attacking Third YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/attackingthird You can listen to Attacking Third on your smart speakers! Simply say "Alexa, play the latest episode of the Attacking Third podcast" or "Hey Google, play the latest episode of the Attacking Third podcast." For more soccer coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/soccer/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sandra Herrera and Lisa Roman recap the weekend slate of NWSL matches. The Chicago Red Stars welcome back forward Mallory Pugh after being out under concussion protocol for her first regular-season game. Pugh gets an assist and two goals over Orlando Pride. The two California expansion sides each take home three points and top the standings. San Diego Wave sits in first place after an Alex Morgan goal lifts the Wave over North Carolina. An own goal from Kansas City gives Angel City the edge. Plus, Louisville climbs the standings to third place after a Lauren Milliet goal from Jess McDonald - her 28th career, league-leading assist - lifts Racing over Gotham FC. The newest rivalry in the NWSL sees OL Reign and Washington Spirit split points after a scoreless draw. Rachel Daly of the Dash makes it look easy at Providence Park helping Houston to a 2-0 win over the Thorns. Full recap, analysis and more. 'Attacking Third' is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts. Follow the Attacking Third team on Twitter: @AttackingThird, @SandHerrera_, @LRoman32 Visit the Attacking Third YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/attackingthird You can listen to Attacking Third on your smart speakers! Simply say "Alexa, play the latest episode of the Attacking Third podcast" or "Hey Google, play the latest episode of the Attacking Third podcast." For more soccer coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/soccer/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sandra Herrera and Lisa Roman welcome a special guest interview, OL Reign and USWNT midfielder Rose Lavelle. Rose talks about the start of the NWSL season with OL Reign, their Challenge Cup run and how it is to have Laura Harvey as the head coach. Rose speaks about the new USSF, USWNT and USMNT CBAs and how they will change the landscape of the sport. Plus, Rose has partnered with Icy Hot in their PRO Time Off Campaign and talks to us about how she spends her perfect off day. 'Attacking Third' is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts. Follow the Attacking Third team on Twitter: @AttackingThird, @SandHerrera_, @LRoman32 Visit the Attacking Third YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/attackingthird You can listen to Attacking Third on your smart speakers! Simply say "Alexa, play the latest episode of the Attacking Third podcast" or "Hey Google, play the latest episode of the Attacking Third podcast." For more soccer coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/soccer/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sandra Herrera and Lisa Roman recap the midweek NWSL matches. Orlando Pride takes three points off North Carolina Courage, DeMelo's free-kick goal lifts Racing Louisville over San Diego Wave FC and Portland Thorns and Washington Spirit battle at Providence Park to a 1-1 draw. Full recaps, analysis and more. In the second half of the episode, Sandra and Lisa look ahead to the weekend slate ahead. With six matches between Saturday and Sunday, they run through the preview. They look at the tough competition between Portland Thorns facing Houston Dash, Angel City hosting Kansas City Current and the newest budding rivalry in the NWSL - OL Reign hosting Washington Spirit. Plus, a full slate of teams have multiple games in hand. North Carolina Courage vs San Diego Wave FC, Gotham FC hosts Racing Louisville and Chicago Red Stars travel to face Orlando Pride. Full preview, predictions, picks and analysis. Full preview, predictions, picks and analysis. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sandra Herrera and Lisa Roman welcome for USWNT international Lori Lindsey to the show to discuss the historic agreement between the US Soccer Federation, US Women's National Team Players Association and US National Team Players Association on two separate historic collective bargaining agreements. This contract equalizes pay for the men and women across the different competition and playing areas through 2028. Read about the agreement by our own Sandra Herrera: https://www.cbssports.com/soccer/news/uswnt-usmnt-unions-agree-equal-pay-cbas-with-ussf-all-players-to-receive-shares-of-pooled-world-cup-money/ 'Attacking Third' is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts. Follow the Attacking Third team on Twitter: @AttackingThird, @SandHerrera_, @LRoman32 Visit the Attacking Third YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/attackingthird You can listen to Attacking Third on your smart speakers! Simply say "Alexa, play the latest episode of the Attacking Third podcast" or "Hey Google, play the latest episode of the Attacking Third podcast." For more soccer coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/soccer/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sandra Herrera and Lisa Roman preview the midweek slate of NWSL Regular Season matches. They run through North Carolina Courage vs Orlando Pride as the Courage prepare to play just their second game ever in the 2022 Regular Season. Plus, San Diego Wave FC travels to Racing Louisville and Portland Thorns host Washington Spirit. Full preview, analysis, picks and predictions. 'Attacking Third' is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts. Follow the Attacking Third team on Twitter: @AttackingThird, @SandHerrera_, @LRoman32 Visit the Attacking Third YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/attackingthird You can listen to Attacking Third on your smart speakers! Simply say "Alexa, play the latest episode of the Attacking Third podcast" or "Hey Google, play the latest episode of the Attacking Third podcast." For more soccer coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/soccer/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Lisa Roman and Lori Lindsey discuss the USWNT players and their performance this weekend in the NWSL Regular Season. Have Alex Morgan and Christen Press done enough to get back on the National team? Then, they answer YOUR questions, submitted by listeners. Lisa and Lori discuss which players will be new call-ups for the June International Window, which veterans should return to the camp, and which striker will be the top goalscorer for the US in 2022. Plus, the biggest question regarding the Defensive Midfield Six position - who will play the six come World Cup Qualifying time? If you have questions, leave us a five-star review on Apple Podcasts with your question for The USWNT Hour and we will answer them! Follow us on Twitter @AttackingThird for our next Mailbag drop! ‘Attacking Third’ is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts. Follow the Attacking Third team on Twitter: @AttackingThird, @SandHerrera_, @LRoman32 Visit the Attacking Third YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/attackingthird You can listen to Attacking Third on your smart speakers! Simply say “Alexa, play the latest episode of the Attacking Third podcast” or “Hey Google, play the latest episode of the Attacking Third podcast.” For more soccer coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/soccer/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sandra Herrera and Lisa Roman recap the weekend slate of NWSL matches. The two expansion sides walk away with three points each and stay at the top of the standings. Angel City FC traveled to face Washington Spirit, the lone goal of the match coming from Christen Press. Plus, San Diego Wave FC hosted Chicago Red Stars and a late-game thriller saw Alex Morgan knock down her third PK in 2 games. The rest of the NWSL teams split points on the weekend. The Cascadia Rivalry ended 0-0 for Portland and OL Reign, KC Current made a push thanks to rookie Elyse Bennett to draw even with Orlando Pride, and Racing Louisville and Houston each scored a header to end 1-1. Due to new protocols in the league, the NJ/NY Gotham FC match vs North Carolina Courage was postponed due to a majority of players being on Covid-Protocol. Sandra and Lisa also recap the Women's FA Cup that saw Chelsea win their second straight title with two goals from Sam Kerr. Full match recaps, analysis and more. Full match recaps, analysis and more. 'Attacking Third' is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts. Follow the Attacking Third team on Twitter: @AttackingThird, @SandHerrera_, @LRoman32 Visit the Attacking Third YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/attackingthird You can listen to Attacking Third on your smart speakers! Simply say "Alexa, play the latest episode of the Attacking Third podcast" or "Hey Google, play the latest episode of the Attacking Third podcast." For more soccer coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/soccer/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sandra Herrera and Lisa Roman look ahead to the weekend preview of NWSL Regular Season week 3. The week kicks off on CBSSN, with the Cascadia Rivalry between Portland Thorns and OL Reign. The top of the standings is so tight as each team fights for three points. San Diego Wave hosts Chicago Red Stars and Angel City travels to Audi Field to face Washington Spirit. Plus, the competition continues with Orlando hosting Kansas City, and two rematches of the Challenge Cup. In the east, Gotham FC vs North Carolina Courage plus Racing Louisville vs Houston Dash. Plus, a little chat about the women's FA Cup final this weekend between Chelsea and Manchester City. Sandra and Lisa give picks, predictions, analysis and more. 'Attacking Third' is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts. Follow the Attacking Third team on Twitter: @AttackingThird, @SandHerrera_, @LRoman32 Visit the Attacking Third YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/attackingthird You can listen to Attacking Third on your smart speakers! Simply say "Alexa, play the latest episode of the Attacking Third podcast" or "Hey Google, play the latest episode of the Attacking Third podcast." For more soccer coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/soccer/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sandra Herrera and Lisa Roman welcome North Carolina Courage defender and Challenge Cup Champion Carson Pickett to the show. Carson shares how the Courage celebrated their Challenge Cup win. She opens up about some of her teammates, playing with Brazilian international Debinha, and how the rookies have come in prepared and shown so much grit this season. She also discusses what she plans to do with her Challenge Cup prize of $10k. 'Attacking Third' is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts. Follow the Attacking Third team on Twitter: @AttackingThird, @SandHerrera_, @LRoman32 Visit the Attacking Third YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/attackingthird You can listen to Attacking Third on your smart speakers! Simply say "Alexa, play the latest episode of the Attacking Third podcast" or "Hey Google, play the latest episode of the Attacking Third podcast." For more soccer coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/soccer/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sandra Herrera and Lisa Roman reflect on the NWSL Challenge Cup by naming their BEST OF awards. They start the episode with some News and Notes, updating on player injuries from the NWSL weekend slate of games. Plus, honoring Sam Kerr and Chelsea in their third straight FAWSL Title. They dive into their picks for overall Challenge Cup MVP, it was a tough decision between Trinity Rodman from Washington Spirit and Debinha from North Carolina Courage. Then, Sandra and Lisa list their Best XI of the Challenge Cup, from the goalkeeper, four defenders, three midfielders and three forwards. Plus, they take the teams group by group honoring the MVP from each gam. 'Attacking Third' is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts. Follow the Attacking Third team on Twitter: @AttackingThird, @SandHerrera_, @LRoman32 Visit the Attacking Third YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/attackingthird You can listen to Attacking Third on your smart speakers! Simply say "Alexa, play the latest episode of the Attacking Third podcast" or "Hey Google, play the latest episode of the Attacking Third podcast." For more soccer coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/soccer/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sandra Herrera and Lisa roman recap the weekend slate of regular-season games. They recap the biggest win in the new expansion side's history, San Diego Wave FC as Alex Morgan gets four - FOUR - goals in the dominating win over Gotham. Plus, Rachel Daly nets her 6th PK of her career, helping lift Houston 2-0 over Kansas City. They recap the first win for Orlando Pride since September, the first for Amanda Cromwell ever, with a Sydney Leroux goal in the third minute over Angel City. Plus, a controversial game between OL Reign and Racing Louisville that resulted in the first tie of the regular season, 2-2. Recaps, analysis and more. San Diego Wave FC vs Gotham FC (3:10) Houston Dash vs Kansas City Current (14:15) OL Reign vs Racing Louisville (23:40) Angel City vs Orlando Pride (35:10) 'Attacking Third' is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts. Follow the Attacking Third team on Twitter: @AttackingThird, @SandHerrera_, @LRoman32 Visit the Attacking Third YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/attackingthird You can listen to Attacking Third on your smart speakers! Simply say "Alexa, play the latest episode of the Attacking Third podcast" or "Hey Google, play the latest episode of the Attacking Third podcast." For more soccer coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/soccer/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sandra Herrera and Lisa Roman recap the Challenge Cup Final between North Carolina Courage and Washington Spirit. North Carolina Courage win their seventh straight club title and first Challenge Cup Championship. Kerolin scores the opening goal for the Courage. They dissect the game, the biggest moments, which players shined, Challenge Cup MVP and more. Recap and analysis. 'Attacking Third' is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts. Follow the Attacking Third team on Twitter: @AttackingThird, @SandHerrera_, @LRoman32 Visit the Attacking Third YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/attackingthird You can listen to Attacking Third on your smart speakers! Simply say "Alexa, play the latest episode of the Attacking Third podcast" or "Hey Google, play the latest episode of the Attacking Third podcast." For more soccer coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/soccer/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sandra Herrera and Lisa Roman preview the weekend slate of matches. The NWSL Challenge Cup Final on May 7 features Washington Spirit vs North Carolina Courage. Two teams from the East Region face again for the third time. Challenge Cup predictions, analysis, preview and more. Then, Sandra and Lisa look at the weekend slate of NWSL Regular Season games. They address the schedule change for Chicago vs Washington Spirit and Portland vs North Carolina matches. They do picks, predictions, analysis and more. Join Sandra, Lisa and Lori Lindsey May 7 for a Challenge Cup Final Pregame show on YouTube from 12:30-1pm ET. 'Attacking Third' is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts. Follow the Attacking Third team on Twitter: @AttackingThird, @SandHerrera_, @LRoman32 Visit the Attacking Third YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/attackingthird You can listen to Attacking Third on your smart speakers! Simply say "Alexa, play the latest episode of the Attacking Third podcast" or "Hey Google, play the latest episode of the Attacking Third podcast." For more soccer coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/soccer/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sandra Herrera and Lisa Roman recap the NWSL Challenge Cup Semifinal games #1 seed OL Reign vs #4 seed Washington Spirit end in a thrilling sudden death PK shootout. After 90 minutes of a scoreless battle, Aubrey Kingsbury and Fallon Tullis-Joyce, goalkeepers for Spirit and Reign respectively, are put to the test in net. After burying just the third PK, Kingsbury makes two stops to lift Washington to the Challenge Cup Final. Then, #2 KC Current vs #3 NC Courage features a rainy evening at Children's Mercy Park. It's the dynamic Brazilin duo of Debhina and Kerolin that become showstoppers for Courage. The Rookie Ordonez nets her first NWSL goal to lift North Carolina 2-1 over Kansas City. Full recaps, analysis and more. Join Sandra, Lisa and Lori Lindsey on Saturday, May 7 for a Challenge Cup Final Pregame Show on YouTube from 12:30-1pm ET. 'Attacking Third' is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts. Follow the Attacking Third team on Twitter: @AttackingThird, @SandHerrera_, @LRoman32 Visit the Attacking Third YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/attackingthird You can listen to Attacking Third on your smart speakers! Simply say "Alexa, play the latest episode of the Attacking Third podcast" or "Hey Google, play the latest episode of the Attacking Third podcast." For more soccer coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/soccer/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sandra Herrera and Lisa Roman preview the NWSL Challenge Cup Semifinal! The #1 seed OL Reign vs Washington Spirit in D.C. at Audi Field. And the #2 and #3 teams face off at Children's Mercy Park as Kansas City Current hosts North Carolina Courage. Full match previews, analysis and predictions. OL Reign vs Washington Spirit (7:03) KC Current vs NC Courage (30:04) 'Attacking Third' is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts. Follow the Attacking Third team on Twitter: @AttackingThird, @SandHerrera_, @LRoman32 Visit the Attacking Third YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/attackingthird You can listen to Attacking Third on your smart speakers! Simply say "Alexa, play the latest episode of the Attacking Third podcast" or "Hey Google, play the latest episode of the Attacking Third podcast." For more soccer coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/soccer/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Lisa Roman and Lori Lindsey discuss the USWNT play this weekend in the opening weekend for NWSL Regular Season. Lori gives which players have impressed her the most and who she still wants a little more from. In the second half of the show, former USWNT defender and current United States assistant coach Tiffany Roberts Sahaydak joins the show. Tiffany and Lori take a trip down memory lane and recount stories of playing for the United States, WUSA, living together, plus the current roster of national team players. 'Attacking Third' is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts. Follow the Attacking Third team on Twitter: @AttackingThird, @SandHerrera_, @LRoman32 Visit the Attacking Third YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/attackingthird You can listen to Attacking Third on your smart speakers! Simply say "Alexa, play the latest episode of the Attacking Third podcast" or "Hey Google, play the latest episode of the Attacking Third podcast." For more soccer coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/soccer/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sandra Herrera and Lisa Roman recap the opening weekend of the 10th year of the NWSL Regular Season. It was a full slate of games with all 12 teams competing. The final results were all wins or losses - no draws - with six teams walking away with 3 points on the weekend. Which teams impressed Sandra and Lisa the most, and how the regular season is so different from the Challenge Cup. Full recaps and analysis. 'Attacking Third' is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts. Follow the Attacking Third team on Twitter: @AttackingThird, @SandHerrera_, @LRoman32 Visit the Attacking Third YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/attackingthird You can listen to Attacking Third on your smart speakers! Simply say "Alexa, play the latest episode of the Attacking Third podcast" or "Hey Google, play the latest episode of the Attacking Third podcast." For more soccer coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/soccer/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sandra Herrera and Lisa Roman welcome Paris Saint-Germain in Division 1 Féminine and Canadian international defender Ashley Lawrence to the show. The 2020 Olympic Gold medalist discusses the preparation for PSG as they head into the second leg of the UWCL Semi-Finals. Ashley discusses Team Canada's preparation for the Concacaf W Championship this summer for World Cup Qualifiers and her organization Yes She Canada. 'Attacking Third' is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts. Follow the Attacking Third team on Twitter: @AttackingThird, @SandHerrera_, @LRoman32 Visit the Attacking Third YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/attackingthird You can listen to Attacking Third on your smart speakers! Simply say "Alexa, play the latest episode of the Attacking Third podcast" or "Hey Google, play the latest episode of the Attacking Third podcast." For more soccer coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/soccer/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The start of the 10th NWSL Regular Season is here! Sandra Herrera and Lisa Roman preview the opening weekend. They highlight the biggest games to watch this weekend between Angel City, North Carolina, Washington and OL Reign (4:23). They discuss which teams will be tested the most facing competition outside of their region (20:16). Plus, which games feature rematches of the Challenge Cup (32:32). Full game previews, analysis and predictions. 'Attacking Third' is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts. Follow the Attacking Third team on Twitter: @AttackingThird, @SandHerrera_, @LRoman32 Visit the Attacking Third YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/attackingthird You can listen to Attacking Third on your smart speakers! Simply say "Alexa, play the latest episode of the Attacking Third podcast" or "Hey Google, play the latest episode of the Attacking Third podcast." For more soccer coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/soccer/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Three days before the 2022 NWSL Regular Season, the Houston Dash released a statement saying head coach and general manager James Clarkson has been suspended effective immediately. Sandra Herrera and Lisa Roman discuss the breaking news, how it happened and what’s next for the Houston Dash. This announcement comes after initial findings were received from the joint NWSL and NWSLPA Investigation that was launched in 2021 to review current and historic complaints of discrimination, harassment and abuse. Houston Dash will name an interim head coach in the coming days. 'Attacking Third' is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts. Follow the Attacking Third team on Twitter: @AttackingThird, @SandHerrera_, @LRoman32 Visit the Attacking Third YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/attackingthird You can listen to Attacking Third on your smart speakers! Simply say "Alexa, play the latest episode of the Attacking Third podcast" or "Hey Google, play the latest episode of the Attacking Third podcast." For more soccer coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/soccer/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sandra Herrera and Lisa Roman run through the latest news and notes from the world of women's soccer. First, they discuss the growing game in Europe with the new attendance record broken in the UEFA Women's Champions League between PSG and Lyon at Parc des Princes (2:57). Racing Louisville and Orlando Pride will be making history with the first-ever NWSL match in an American racetrack on July 3 at Daytona International Speedway (5:18). The 2021 NWSL Champions Washington Spirit release their Championship ring 10:44). Plus, they discuss the Challenge Cup playoff scenarios, the location and the timing of the games (13:55). In the second half, Sandra and Lisa run through the Challenge Cup Power Rankings ending group play and as the 2022 NWSL Regular Season starts (21:13). 'Attacking Third' is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts. Follow the Attacking Third team on Twitter: @AttackingThird, @SandHerrera_, @LRoman32 Visit the Attacking Third YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/attackingthird You can listen to Attacking Third on your smart speakers! Simply say "Alexa, play the latest episode of the Attacking Third podcast" or "Hey Google, play the latest episode of the Attacking Third podcast." For more soccer coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/soccer/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Lisa Roman and Lori Lindsey welcome Sandra Herrera to the show! The trio of soccer experts discuss the most recent NWSL Challenge Cup weekend of play and which USWNT players stood out the most. Then, they dive into the Concacaf W Championship draw from last week, the tournament serving as the qualifiers to the 2023 FIFA Women's World Cup in Australia and New Zealand. They talk about the Group of Death, the toughest competition in the W Championship and which teams will give the United States the most trouble. 'Attacking Third' is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts. Follow the Attacking Third team on Twitter: @AttackingThird, @SandHerrera_, @LRoman32 Visit the Attacking Third YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/attackingthird You can listen to Attacking Third on your smart speakers! Simply say "Alexa, play the latest episode of the Attacking Third podcast" or "Hey Google, play the latest episode of the Attacking Third podcast." For more soccer coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/soccer/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sandra Herrera and Lisa Roman recap the final weekend of NWSL Challenge Cup group stage play. They discuss the biggest winners and losers - which clubs are moving onto the Challenge Cup Semifinals! Kansas City Current defeated Chicago Red Stars to advance (5:44), Houston Dash ends their Challenge Cup with a win over Racing Louisville (16:06) and Angel City FC gets their first-ever franchise win over Portland Thorns (21:18). Then, they discuss the Draw Dance that happened on Saturday in the NWSL. NC Courage and Washington Spirit both end their Challenge Cup runs with a 2-2 draw and 3 PKs (35:46), yet both sides advance to the SemiFinals. San Diego Wave draw with OL Reign (51:48) and Gotham FC fails to improve tying 1-1 with Orlando Pride (43:57). 'Attacking Third' is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts. Follow the Attacking Third team on Twitter: @AttackingThird, @SandHerrera_, @LRoman32 Visit the Attacking Third YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/attackingthird You can listen to Attacking Third on your smart speakers! Simply say "Alexa, play the latest episode of the Attacking Third podcast" or "Hey Google, play the latest episode of the Attacking Third podcast." For more soccer coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/soccer/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices