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Sandra Herrera and Lisa Roman prepare for the 2022 NWSL Season with a full Portland Thorns preview. They run through the roster starting with new head coach Rhain Wilkinson and new GM Karina LeBlanc (2:41). Sandra and Lisa label their Biggest Roster Signings for the Thorns in the offseason, the most Detrimental Losses for Portland, which area of the field needs the most work and who is listed on their pre-season roster (8:01). They predict starting lineup, name the Young Prospect of the squad and which veteran needs to step up as with their Essential Experience (19:46). The biggest burning question for Portland Thorns heading into 2022: Who will be the key to Portland's midfield (30:27)? Listen to hear the A3 projected finish for the Thornsbased on the pre-season roster, new signings and biggest losses. Then, they welcome USWNT and Portland Thorns forward Sophia Smith to the show (35:42). Smith discusses her offseason spent with family but recovering from a concussion suffered during her time with the USWNT. She opens up about working with a new head coach in Rhain Wilkinson and what Wilkinson will bring to the Thorns in 2022. She also discusses her personal experiences in three years in the league and what she's learned about herself and about the professional game. Then, Sophia talks about the USWNT SheBelieves Cup and the current roster skewing younger and different 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 prepare for the 2022 NWSL Season with a full North Carolina Courage Preview. They run through the roster starting with new head coach Sean Nahas and his staff. Sandra and Lisa label their Biggest Roster Signings for Courage in the offseason, the most Detrimental Losses for Courage and who is listed on their pre-season roster. They predict starting lineup, name the Young Prospect of the squad and which veteran needs to step up as with their Essential Experience. The biggest burning question for North Carolina heading into 2022: Who will be their star striker? Listen to hear the A3 projected finish for North Carolina based on the pre-season roster, new signings and biggest losses. The second half of the episode features an exclusive interview with Courage and USWNT Goalkeeper Casey Murphy. Casey discusses the first week of the preseason, the team physicals, the housing market for the Courage, and the first few days of the preseason with two-a-days. Casey discusses her relationship with Courage head coach Sean Nahas starting with the United States youth national teams. Casey also talks about coming in and out of USWNT camps and rosters and switching to club NWSL training. She discusses her take on the 2022 season, her game routine and her personal goals in the NWSL and with the US Women's National Team. North Carolina Courage Preview (4:33) Breakout Roster Signings (9:30) Biggest Losses (12:17) Young Courage Prospect (27:28) Essential Courage Experience (30:50) Who will be Courage's star striker? (35:40) Casey Murphy Interview (43:55) 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 in the NWSL. Former Chicago Red Stars head coach Rory Dames was accused of sexual misconduct by former youth players through Eclipse Soccer Club. Players come forward about years of verbal and emotional abuse by Dames as well as sexual misconduct, inappropriate touching and manipulation with young soccer players starting as young as 10 years old. Then, Sandra and Lisa discuss the latest in the Washington Spirit Ownership Saga, Y. Michele Kang has officially gained full control of the NWSL club and Steve Baldwin has sold his shares to her. ***DISCLAIMER: This episode contains graphic details about child abuse and sexual misconduct towards minors. '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 prepare for the 2022 NWSL Season with a full NJ/Y Gotham FC Preview. They run through the roster starting with new head coach Scott Parkinson and his staff. Sandra and Lisa label their Biggest Roster Signings for Gotham in the offseason, the most Detrimental Losses for Gotham and who is listed on their pre-season roster. They predict starting lineup, name the Young Prospect of the squad and which veteran needs to step up as with their Essential Experience. The biggest burning question for NJ/NY heading into 2022: Can Gotham deliver when it matters? Listen to hear the A3 projected finish for Gotham FC based on the pre-season roster, new signings and biggest losses. THEN, the second half of the episode features an exclusive interview with Gotham midfielder McCall Zerboni. McCall discusses her role in helping to ratify the league's first-ever CBA ahead of the 2022 season. Plus, she discusses the Gotham preseason, playing alongside goalkeeper Ashlyn Harris, defender Ali Krieger and midfielder Kristie Mewis. McCall opens up about her personal goals for the NWSL season and how excited she is to work with head coach Scott Parkinson for a full year. NJ/NU Gotham FC Preview (3:51) Breakout Roster Signings (7:44) Biggest Losses (14:14) Young Gotham Prospect (24:00) Essential Gotham Experience: (27:57) Can Gotham deliver when it matters? (31:18) McCall Zerboni Interview (38:15) '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 break down the latest in the world of women’s soccer. The United States Women’s National Team is set to play their first matches of 2022 (3:15) and head coach Vlatko Andonovski has named his 23-player roster (5:01). Sandra and Lisa discuss the biggest names missing from the roster (10:01) - Sam Mewis, Alex Morgan, Trinity Rodman - and highlight some of the players called up that deserve recognition (19:46). They discuss formation possibilities with midfielder Cat Macario and forward Margaret Purce (23:39). Then, they discuss the latest news in the sport starting with the 2021 NWSL Rookie of the Year Trinity Rodman making history with her $1.1 Million 4-year contract with Washington Spirit (28:27. Injury updates around the NWSL including Chicago’s forward Kealia Watt (33:03), Angel City’s midfielder Julie Ertz(41:36) and then honoring the career of now-retired Portland Thorns midfielder Angela Salem (34:01). Former USWNT stars Hope Solo and Shannon Boxx were added to the Soccer Hall of Fame (43:15) and English footballers received a historical contract upgrade (44:16). Lastly, they discuss the incredible AFC Asian Women’s Cup results and Sandra gives her pick for the 5th nation to qualify for the Women’s World Cup in 2023 (45:10). '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 welcome former USWNT stars and NWSL players Yael Averbuch West and Lori Lindsey to discuss the historic CBA ratified ahead of the 2022 season. Both Yael and Lori touch on their playing days, their highest salaries and how proud they are of the current players for finding their voice and fighting for what they deserve. Yael heIped found the NWSL Players Association when she was a player and then served on the board as executive director for years. Yael recounts her time on the board and how the goals of the PA have shifted over the past few years to truly progress the league and make it better. Both Lori and Yael discuss the biggest points of the CBA and how it changes the women's game in the United States forever. '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 NWSL PA representative Merritt Mathias to the podcast. Merritt was an active part of the CBA negotiations and helped the players association come to terms of a deal for the league’s first-ever CBA ahead of its 10th season. Merritt discusses how she got involved with the Players Association, her personal fight for a CBA, the most important points of the deal and how it feels heading into 2022 NWSL preseason with rights. Merritt's involvement in the CBA (2:48) Free Agency (10:28) A standard for Fields (14:58) Threatening a strike (29:33) Announcement of the CBA (35:07) '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

After months of meetings, over 400 hours of negotiations, the NWSL and the NWSL Players Association have agreed on its first-ever historic Collective Bargaining Agreement ahead of the 10th NWSL season. Sandra Herrera and Lisa Roman break down the terms of the CBA, the timing of the announcement on the night before preseason and how this CBA changes the future of women's soccer. '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 in the world of women's soccer. More loose framework about the NWSL Challenge Cup and Regular Season Schedule comes out. The Chicago Red Stars announce they will not have a head coach to start the 2022 NWSL preseason. The original deadline the club assigned themselves of January 2022 has passed and they cannot "find a candidate that our players deserve." The Red Stars did hire a new GM in former NWSL player Michelle Lomnicki. Other NWSL clubs have re-signings - Christine Sinclaire, Rose Lavelle, Megan Rapinoe. The NWSL says goodbye to Lindsey Horan who is going overseas and former USWNT star Amy Rodriguez who is heading to USC as an assistant coach. Plus, does Orlando Pride have enough players to field a team? NWSL Schedule (2:39) Chicago Red Stars Head coach (9:37) New GM (18:26) Portland Thorns (26:38) Orlando Pride (34:55) Amy Rodriguez (39:47) OL Reign (43:55) '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 updates in the world of women’s soccer. The NWSL Players Association demands that the league agrees on a deal for a collective bargaining agreement ahead of the 10th NWSL season, or the players will not report to their respective clubs for preseason on February 1. They discuss the process for securing a CBA, the best-case scenario and what happens if the players strike. Next, Sandra and Lisa update the ongoing Washington Spirit ownership battle between Steve Baldwin and Y. Michele Kang. Baldwin sent a letter to NWSL owners discussing accusations of misconduct by Kang. Plus, they give a round-up of the AFC Women’s Cup - which teams got out of the Group Stages, what happened to India and who moves on to the quarterfinals. Watch all AFC Women’s Cup matches on Paramount+ and catch full extended highlights on the Attacking Third YouTube page. NWSL Players Association CBA (3:25) Washington Spirit Ownership Saga (25:35) Steve Baldwin Writes Letter (33:23) Asian Women's Cup (41:22) '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 Sweedish International Sofia Jakobsson to the show. San Diego Wave FC traded with Bayern Munich for the striker and aim to make a 3-year deal with Jakobsson. Sofia discusses her long European soccer career in Germany, France, Sweden and England, and how that will help her when joining the NWSL. Although she is joining the NWSL Expansion Club, Sofia discusses how the Wave has already acquired so many top players in Alex Morgan and Abby Dahlkemper that she thinks they can make a big impact in the league this season. '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 Mexican international forward Maria Sanchez to the show. Maria was drafted in 2019 to the Chicago Red Stars but ended up transferring to Liga MX Femenil for the 2020-2021 season. She tried to return to the NWSL in 2021 but only did so on a short loan with Houston Dash. Maria discusses her time in Mexico, her World Cup 2023 hopes and what she looks to bring to the NWSL. '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, notes and updates in the world of women’s soccer. They discuss the latest signings, trades and contract renewals within the NWSL (4:32). San Diego Wave FC signs the club’s first two midfielders, Emily van Edmond and Taylor Korniak from Orlando Pride while also making a move for Sweedish international Sofia Jakobsson (4:46). Although Orlando Pride looks to be losing more players than they are gaining, they sign forward Darian Jenkins and announce the addition of Michelle Akers to Amanda Cromwell’s coaching staff (13:23). Gotham, OL Reign and Kansas City announce a slew of contract renewals and extensions from Margarate Purce to Kristin Edmonds (32:49). The FIFAPRO World XI was announced and despite being player-voted, not a single Barcelona player is honored (36:55). Plus, they discuss the latest in the NWSL Coaching updates and all they know on Chicago Red Stars hiring a new coach ahead of the 2022 season (43:48). '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 The Athletic's women soccer writer Steph Yang (@Thrace on Twitter) to the podcast to preview the AFC Asian Women's Cup in 2022. The tournament starts on January 20 and the final will take place on Sunday, February 6, matches can be viewed on Paramount +. Group A is India, the host country, China PR, Iran, Chinese Taipei. Group B is Australia, Indonesia, Thailand, Phillippines. Group C is Japan, Mynmar, South Korea and Vietnam. Sandra, Lisa and Steph run through each group to give their favorites, underdogs and some facts about the nations. Matches start Thursday, January 20 on Paramount + Quarterfinals - January 30 on Paramount+ Semifinals - February 3 on Paramount+ Final on Sunday, February 6 on Paramount+ AFC Details (2:53) GROUP A (4:19) GROUP B (10:08) GROUP C (23:18) '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 give an extensive update in the Washington Spirit ownership saga. Most recently reported is that Y. Michele Kang has made official moments to gain majority ownership of the club from Steve Baldwin. Sandra and Lisa give a recap of the entire Spirit front office and ownership story as it unfolded in August 2021. The current conversations have a deadline of February 1 - when the NWSL reports to preseason and the Spirit players will be reunited for the first time since winning the 2021 NWSL Championship. Plus, they discuss what this means for the future of the club and what could potentially happen next. Washington Spirit Ownership Recap (4:52) Y. Michele Kang Gains Majority Ownership (14:57) The Future of the Spirit (23:19) '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 United States women’s national team head coach Vlatko Andonovski named his 26-person roster ahead of the legendary January Camp (2:38). Sandra Herrera and Lisa Roman discuss the original 25-player roster, the amendments made removing a player due to injury and then adding two more NWSL stars to a final number of 26 players (3:48). They discuss the biggest names that are absent from the list, such as Alex Morgan and Julie Ertz (15:47). Plus, they discuss the most notable call-ups, like new 2022 draftee’s Naomi Girma and Jealin Howell as well as NWSL Rookie of the Year Trinity Rodman (24:11). This roster drops ahead of the camp, set to run in Austin, TX from January 19-28. The camp will not feature any international matches, instead, the first matches for the USWNT in 2022 will come in the SheBelieves Cup in February. January Camp Info (2:38) USWNT Roster (3:48) Biggest names missing (15:47) Notable Call-Ups (24:11) '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

United States women's national team and Kansas City forward Lynn Williams joins Sandra Herrera to discuss her latest trade from North Carolina Courage to the Current. Williams discusses her conversation with the Courage to find another challenge with a different team in the NWSL. She discusses her USWNT and club team goals heading into 2022 and how much 2021 taught her on the pitch and in her everyday life. Williams is currently in Australia playing for The Melbourn Victory in the W-League, so she gives us a coastal tour of Australia while explaining her desire to play in Australia for the NWSL off-season. '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, trades, updates, notes, etc from the NWSL, FA WSL and more. Kansas City Current has been busy this offseason acquiring big players to turn their 2021 last-place season around. Most recently, the Current acquire USWNT forward Lynn Williams in a trade with the North Carolina Courage and hire a new general manager and goalkeeper coach. The Courage also made moves of their own, signing Brazilian International forward Kerolin Nicoli Israel Ferraz. Gotham FC resigns NWSL 2021 Defender of the Year Caprice Dydasco, Kansas City sends forward Darian Jenkins to Orlando Pride and forward Yuki Nagasato heads home to Chicago Red Stars from Racing Louisville. On the other side of the world, FA WSL matchday 11 proved for some big upsets with Birmingham City destroying Arsenal's undefeated season 2-0 in Birmingham's first win of the 2021-2022 season. They discuss the trades, news and more! **Nj/NY Gotham FC has also signed goalkeeper Michelle Betos. Betos was released from Racing Louisville earlier this offseason** ** Kansas City Current hire Matt Potter as new Head Coach, more info on Potter coming this week** Kansas City Current Trade Updates (3:10) North Carolina Courage Trade Updates (17:11) Gotham FC Trade Updates (22:49) Chicago Red Stars Trade Updates (25:43) FA WSL Updates (32:45) 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 CONCACAF W Championship, the qualifiers for the 2023 Women's World Cup. The group stages continue on February 16, with the top teams in the 6 groups being Mexico, Costa Rica and Jamaica. As the top two nations, the United States and Canada receive a first-round bye straight to the W Championship. The winner of the W Championship will automatically qualify for the 2023 Women's World Cup and the 2024 Paris Summer Olympic Games. CONCACAF W Championship (4:47) Nations Competing (13:38) '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 give an update from the world of women's football from around the world! They discuss the latest announcement from the USWNT, the SheBelieve's Cup schedule is OUT! New Zealand, the Czech Republic and Iceland are the three teams that are traveling to the states in February for the international friendlies. Also, U.S. Soccer's former president Carlos Cordeiro announces he is running for USSF President again in March. Plus, NWSL news - from new signings of Maria Sanchez to the Houston Dash, shoutouts to players becoming moms and they discuss if the Utah Royals could be making a return to the league. Then Sandra and Lisa take a look across the pond to discuss the trade rumors, Chelsea being knocked out of WCL and the FA WSL Covid outbreaks. SheBelieves Cup (3:05) Cordeiro for USSF President (15:01) Utah Royals Return (19:46) New NWSL Signings (29:07 European Football Update (26:08) '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 excitedly prepare for the 2022 season of soccer. From 12 teams in the NWSL, to FA WSL coverage coming to CBS Sports and Women's World Cup Qualifiers taking over this summer, there is so much football to discuss. 2022 NWSL Schedule (3:04) FA WSL (15:59) 2023 World Cup Qualifiers (20:45) '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 start the new year with a Mailbag Episode! They answer all of the questions from YOU - listeners and watches of Attacking Third. They address the future stars of the USWNT from the current college players to those recently drafted. Sandra also addresses insider info about the Chicago Red Stars - trades, injury reports, future of the team, etc. Plus, they discuss how abuse is handled in the NWSL and the newest expansion club's rosters from San Diego Wave and Angel City FC. If you have a question for Sandra and Lisa, please leave a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts with your question and they will answer it! Future of USWNT (7:43) Chicago Red Stars Update (19:49) NWSL Abuse (25:36) 29:29 California Rosters (29:45) '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

After ending the year with a 2021 USWNT look-back, Sandra Herrera and Lisa Roman use this episode to look ahead at the U.S. Women's National Team in 2022 and the biggest establishing year for the team. They discuss the SheBelieves Cup, World Cup Qualifiers and the January Camp hosted by Vlatko Andonovski showcasing promising young talent. Sandra and Lisa run through the January Camp wishlist and pick out the biggest names that will be called and which players might not be called into the prestigious camp. 2022 Schedule (2:21) January Camp Roster Wishlist (14:01) '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

As we prepare for 2022 and the New Year, Sandra Herrera and Lisa Roman reflect on 2021 and the USWNT. They discuss the top 3 moments for the USWNT in 2021 from the Tokyo Olympics to Carli Lloyd's retirement to the newest wave of young talent coming into the senior national team. '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 2022 NWSL Draft #1 overall pick Naomi Girma to the show. The defender out of Stanford was drafted to San Diego Wave FC, the newest expansion club in the league. Naomi discusses where she was during the draft, how she celebrated, how she's looking forward to learning from Abby Dahlkemper and her new professional game-day routine. '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

Angel City FC head coach Freya Coombe joined Sandra Herrera and Lisa Roman to discuss everything involving launching a new club in the NWSL. Coombe discusses her decision to leave Gotham FC to join Angel City, how she chose players in the Expansion and NWSL Drafts and what she see's in the new draft picks she chose - Hope Breslin, Lily Nabet and Miri Taylor. Coombe opens up about her tactical plan for 2022 with Angel City and how the players fit the mold of the team she is building. Plus, she discloses her favorite holiday treat - The Dish! '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 Washington Spirit announced Monday morning that acting head coach Kris Ward has been promoted to the permanent head coach position ahead of the 2022 season. Sandra Herrera and Lisa Roman discuss the promotion for Ward and his success in the 2021 season. Ward took over as acting head coach of Spirit in August and went 9-2-3 since he started - both losses coming as COVID-19 forfeit - and ultimately winning the NWSL Championship for the first time in club history. 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

NWSL Players Association executive director Meghann Burke and former NWSL Kansas City Current player, now PA Business Agent, Sydney Miramontez join Sandra Herrera and Lisa Roman for an exclusive interview. They discuss Sydney's new full-time role with the PA, the most recent emergency fund initiative to support the players and the current state of the CBA negotiations with the players' union. National Emergency Trust (3:37) CBA (14:30) To Support the Players, visit: https://supporttheplayers.net/ '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 join you LIVE after the 2022 NWSL Draft to recap the biggest and best picks. They discuss the top 5 overall picks in the NWSL draft, the biggest surprises throughout the drafts and the trades that occurred during the NWSL Draft. Plus, they discuss the new 2022 NWSL Schedule Framework that was announced between the First and Second Rounds. '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 2022 NWSL Expansion Draft between Angel City FC and San Diego Wave FC. They discuss the biggest players drafted to each expansion club and break down the current roster for each club. They discuss the Expansion Draft and which club scored higher. Then, they recap the post-draft trades that happened between NWSL clubs. NWSL Expansion Draft Picks (30:07) NWSL Trades (32.38) '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 NWSL Analyst and former USWNT star Lori Lindsey onto the show to preview the 2022 NWSL Draft. They cover the draft rules, the draft order starting with San Diego Wave FC and ask Lori her biggest picks heading into Saturday's NWSL Draft. They discuss the top prospects of the 2022 draft including Jaelin Howell, Naomi Girma, Mia Fishel and Diana Ordoñez. Plus, they discuss who was left off of the registration list and which players are "sleepers" and might not be drafted in the first or second round but could make a huge impact in the league. Watch the full NWSL 2022 Draft on Saturday, December 18 at 2pm ET on CBS Sports HQ, CBS Sports Network and Paramount +. Subscribe to Attacking Third to catch our LIVE Draft Recap on Saturday. Q&A with Lori Lindsey (2:59) Biggest 2022 NWSL Draft Picks (23:58) '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

San Diego Wave FC announces the signing of USWNT forward Alex Morgan from Orlando Pride. Lisa Roman welcomes Canadian International and former NWSL teammate of Alex Morgan Kaylyn Kyle to the show. They discuss what 2x World Cup Champion and Olympic Gold Medalist Alex Morgan's move to San Diego means for Orlando and the expansion club Wave FC. '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 NWSL Reporter Marisa Pilla to preview the 2022 NWSL Expansion Draft. They discuss Marisa's preparation for the Expansion Draft, preparing for two teams vs just one, altering from an in-person draft to virtual and how she plans to conduct virtual interviews. Plus, they dive into the Expansion Draft rules, how they've changed since the trade deadline has ended, the protected players, unprotected players and which US Allocated Players will most likely be drafted to the new expansion clubs. Q&A with Marisa Pilla (4:08) Expansion Draft Predictions ( 26:52) '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 take a look at the 2021 NWSL Season and the nominees for Best Assist, Best Sill, Best Save and Best Goal. They break down the plays that led to the nominations and discuss the winners. You, the fans and listeners, voted on the winners this week on Twitter and Sandra and Lisa just discuss the results, plus give their own input of the winners. Best Assist (5:44) Best Skill (10:01) Best Goal (19:15) Best Save (25:42) '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

Orlando Pride announces the hire of new head coach Amanda Cromwell, the third head coach in Orlando's history. Racing Louisville announces the hire of new head coach Kim Björkegren, former UEFA Women's Champions League coach. Sandra Herrera and Lisa Roman discuss the breaking news and what this means for the new clubs. They talk about Cromwell's and Björkegren's history coaching and playing and why they make a good fit for the NWSL. Orlando Pride hires Amanda Cromwell (2:33) Racing Louisville hires Kim Björkegren (8:04) '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

Sandra Herrera and Lisa Roman run through all of the trades happening in the 2021 NWSL trade window. With two new expansion clubs coming into the league next season in San Diego Wave FC and Angel City FC, the existing teams in the NWSL are looking to protect their rosters ahead of the Expansion draft with trades of their own. Sandra and Lisa run through the biggest trades of the offseason, the winners and losers of the trades and which coaching positions are still vacant. Plus, they address all of the trade rumors, which teams they benefit and which big players are still excepted to make moves. Trade Fun Facts (4:41) Biggest Trades (12:21) Winners and Losers of the Trade Window (22:52) Coaching Vacancies in the NWSL (38:28) '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 NWSL player, Just Women's Sports CEO and most recently named to Forbes 30 under 30 list. Haley discusses her time as a professional soccer player, how the NWSL looks different today from 5-10 years ago and how she wants to see it change as a content creator. Haley dives in on the USWNT roster and who she'd like to see get a chance with the senior team. Plus, more about how Just Women's Sports started, hiring athletes as writers and content creators and how she wants to grow women's sports. '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/s 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 at the current rosters for the 12 NWSL teams and pick their Top 5 teams for the 2022 season. The Power Rankings focus on the top 5 but touch on all 12 teams in the NWSL. Sandra and Lisa list their top four teams with one dark horse as their #5 team. 4:36 - Washington Spirit - (5:15) 10:14 - OL Reign - (10:55) 14:46 - Portland Thorns - (15:28) 19:48 - Gotham FC - (20:28) 24:26 - Kansas City Current - (25:00) '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 two USWNT friendlies vs Australia. The Americans win the first match 3-0 and then tie with the Matildas 1-1 in the second meeting. The United States sees five players earn their first cap, Casey Murphy records her first shutout in her first game and forward Margaret Purce walks away with two assists. Recap, analysis, player performance 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 NWSL midfielder Kelly Conheeney on to discuss her days in the NWSL, how the league is changing, how important it is for former players to come back to coach and her injuries. Kelly discusses the devastating end to her professional playing career and how it was cut short due to head injuries and concussions. She's recently partnered with Rezzil, a virtual reality platform and it's new platform Player 22 developed as a heading simulation with UEFA pro licensed coaches to be an alternative to heading in soccer. '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 USWNT match vs Australia set for November 27 and 30. This is the first time the United States have traveled to Australia since 2000. The two sides met twice during the 2020 Tokyo Olympics, first in the Group Stages drawing 0-0, then in the Bronze Medal match in which the U.S. beat The Matildas 4-3 for a spot on the podium. Match predictions, analysis and starting lineup wishlists. Saturday, November 27 at 3pm local time, Friday November 26 at 11pm ET on FS2 Tuesday, November 30 at 8:05pm local, 4:05pm ET on ESPN USWNT Roster Breakdown: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dpOkbo5ZXxc '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 Washington Spirit NWSL Champion defender Tegan McGrady. Tegan discusses the morning of the NWSL Championship against Chicago Red Stars, the post-game celebrations in the locker room and how the feeling of being Champions has gotten sweeter over the last week. Championship interviews and postgame reactions. '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 recent breaking news following the resignation of Chicago Red Stars head coach Rory Dames. The Washington Post has reported that numerous NWSL players have accused Dames of verbal and emotional abuse stemming back to the first reports in 2014. Sandra and Lisa account the timeline of events from Chicago losing the NWSL Championship on Saturday 11/20, the Red Stars announcing Dames's resignation and then the news of his former investigations into abuse. This episode was recorded on Monday, 11/22 evening. Sandra and Lisa will update the story as news breaks. '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 FC each coach Casey Stoney to discuss her very first player signed to the new club, USWNT World Cup winner, three-time NWSL Champion, defender Abby Dahlkemper. Casey discusses the process for choosing a player like Dahlkemper to build the foundation of the club. Casey coached against Dahlkemper in England and understands that Dahlkemper is the perfect person to build a club around. Plus, she mentioned that player signings are happening as we speak, expect more news from San Diego in the coming weeks. '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 2021 Championship match between Washington Spirit and Chicago Red Stars. The Washington Spirit win the 2021 NWLS Championship for the first time in club history on goals from Andi Sullivan and Kelley O'Hara. It was a tough, well-fought match for both sides. Chicago scores first on a goal from Rachel Hill to end the first half. Andi Sullivan scores the equalizer around the hour mark on a penalty kick. After a full 90-minutes tied at 1-1, they head to two 15-minute overtimes. Kelley O'Hara scores the game-winner on an assist from Trinity Rodman and Washington is named champion. *Please excuse any audio mistakes, due to game travel we were in remote locations covering the Championship. '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 biggest game of the season, the 2021 NWSL Championship between #3 Washington Spirit and #4 Chicago Red Stars. It's the first time neither #1 or #2 teams are in the final. History will be made on Saturday as neither Chicago nor Washington have ever won the title. Predictions, previews, analysis and more. NWSL Championship at Lynn Family Stadium on Louisville, KY is on Saturday 11/20 at 12noon ET on CBS Sports Net. Pregame coverage starts at 11:30am with Orlando Pride's Ashlyn Harris and Ali Krieger hosted by Lori Lindsey on Paramount +. Washington Spirit: Chicago Red Stars: '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 NWSL Championship finalist, midfielder for Chicago Red Stars Sarah Woldmoe to the show. Sarah discusses her goal in the semis vs Portland, how the team has progressed this season, the most challenging parts of the year for her the most bizarre thing she puts on her sweet potatoes. Next, Washington Spirit midfielder Andi Sullivan joins the show to talk about the final. Andi discusses the semifinal win over OL Reign, how Hatch, Sanchez, Rodman and the forwards have developed this season and the timeline for her pregame pancakes. The NWSL Championship is this weekend, Chicago Red Stars vs Washington Spirit 11/20 at 12 pm ET on CBS Sports Network. Pregame coverage starts at 11:30 am on Paramount +. Sarah Woldmoe (1:05) Andi Sullivan (16:27) '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 2021 NWSL Award Nominees featuring the Most Valuable Player, Defender of the Year, Goalkeeper of the Year, Rookie of the Year and Coach of the Year. The NWSL Awards are voted upon in two rounds with the winners being announced the week leading up to the NWSL Championship on November 20. Sandra and Lisa run through the nominees, discuss who was snubbed and pick their winner for each category. The NWSL has announced the following winners for each category: Defender of the Year: Caprice Dydasco (NJ/NY Gotham FC) Coach of the Year: Laura Harvey (OL Reign) MVP: Jessica Fishlock (OL Reign) Rookie of the Year: N/A Goalkeeper of the Year: N/A Defender of the Year - (4:10) Goalkeeper of the Year - (12:17) Coach of the Year - (21:52) Rookie of the Year - (31:10) MVP - (38:10) Best XI - (49:01) '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 semifinal playoff matches. Washington Spirit defeats OL Reign 2-1 on goals from Trinity Rodman and Ashley Sanchez. OL Reign started strong scoring in the opening four minutes, but the immediate response from Rodman set the tone for the Spirit. Washington will advance to the NWSL Championship. In the Chicago Red Stars against Portland Thorns semifinal match, a number of influential players out - Mallory Pugh, Lindsey Horan, Crystal Dunn. Chicago's Katie Johnson and Sarah Woldmoe gave the Red Stars the 2-0 win to advance to the NWSL Championship. Full recap and analysis. Chicago Red Stars will face Washington Spirit in the NWSL Championship on November 20 at 12noon ET on CBS Sports Network. Washington Spirit vs OL Reign - (2:01) Chicago Red Stars vs Portland Thorns - (20:33) '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 semifinal playoffs that continue this Sunday, 11/14. OL Reign host Washington Spirit at 3:00 pm ET on CBS Sports Network. Jess Fishlock, Megan Rapinoe and Bethany Balcer look to put forceful attack against Washington Spirit's brick wall backline of Aubrey Bledsoe and Sam Staab. The second match on Sunday is at 5:30pm ET on CBS Sports Network as Portland Thorns host Chicago Red Stars. The bye week for Portland has the Thorns feeling fresh, but Chicago is coming off their fourth straight win. Game previews, analysis and predictions. OL Reign vs Washington Spirit - Portland Thorns vs Chicago Red Stars - '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