Team Needs

Lisa Carlin, Sandra Herrera, and Christine Cupo dive straight into the hottest topic currently being debated... should the NWSL be worried because players are heading to the Barclays Women's Super League? With Girma, Kerolin, and now Nighswonger already out overseas, rumors continue to circulate that more will follow from the likes of Trinity Rodman and Sam Coffey. Then, the group discusses the Portland Thorns and their team needs to better themselves in 2025. Next, a convo about Denver officially being awarded the 16th franchise in the NWSL. And finally, a preview of the upcoming weekend in the WSL with eyes on Man City vs Arsenal. Watch USWNT and NWSL games on P+" with a link to https://www.paramountplus.com/home/ Attacking Third is available for free on the Audacy app as well as Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher and wherever else you listen to podcasts. Follow the Attacking Third team on Twitter: @AttackingThird, @LisaCarlin32, @SandHerrera_, @Darian_Jenks, and @CCupo. 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." 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 Carlin, Darian Jenkins, Sandra Herrera, and Christine Cupo dive right into the latest transfer, trade, signings, and rumors from around women's football including Naomi Girma to Chelsea, Mark Parsons joining ACFC, Kerolin moving on from NC Courage and so many more. Then, the group zeros in on the Chicago Stars and their team needs for 2025. Next, reaction to our interview with Fabrice Gautrat, the new head coach of the Houston Dash. And finally, a look at the Barclays Women's Super League which returns to action this weekend including a big Manchester Derby. Watch USWNT, NWSL and WSL games on P+" with a link to https://www.paramountplus.com/home/ Attacking Third is available for free on the Audacy app as well as Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher and wherever else you listen to podcasts. Follow the Attacking Third team on Twitter: @AttackingThird, @LisaCarlin32, @SandHerrera_, @Darian_Jenks, and @CCupo. 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." 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

Attacking Third are finalists in not one, but two categories for the Sports Podcast Awards this year! Be sure to VOTE for us in both categories -- Best Football Podcast & Diverse Voices Award! Tell a friend and we can't thank you enough for all the love and support you have given this show! Lisa Carlin and Christine Cupo react to the USWNT "Futures Camp" roster and discuss how both the January camp and Futures Camp will run concurrently, who their excited to see, and who got left out. Next, the Marta news, which dropped in real time. She'll be staying in Orlando after all for two more years. Then, Lisa and Christine tackle the recurring segment, NWSL Team Needs, this episode is Racing Louisville. What are they going to need to do to better them in 2025 to finally make the playoffs. Next, reaction to our pre-taped Jonas Eidevall interview as he was just named head coach of the San Diego Wave. What kind of culture will he be bringing to a club in dire need of a culture shift? And finally, a quick chat about the NWSL 2025 Schedule Footprint which includes the Challenge Cup date, opening night, and when the NWSL Final will be this year. Watch USWNT, NWSL and WSL games on P+" with a link to https://www.paramountplus.com/home/ Attacking Third is available for free on the Audacy app as well as Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher and wherever else you listen to podcasts. Follow the Attacking Third team on Twitter: @AttackingThird, @LisaCarlin32, @SandHerrera_, @Darian_Jenks, and @CCupo. 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." 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

Attacking Third are finalists in not one, but two categories for the Sports Podcast Awards this year! Be sure to VOTE for us in both categories -- Best Football Podcast & Diverse Voices Award! Tell a friend and we can't thank you enough for all the love and support you have given this show! Lisa Carlin, Darian Jenkins, and Sandra Herrera close out 2024 with the final full episode of Attacking Third before the new year. Things kick off with a look at the latest in free agency and trades including the big Lynn Williams news. Then, the group zeros in on the Utah Royals and all of their team needs heading into the new year. Next, with EURO 2025 right around the corner, the A3 crew break it all down now that the groups have been drawn, the prize money has been announced, and dates are set in stone. Then Lisa, Darian, and Sandra deliver all of their respective favorite moments and memories from 2024 during out Year in Review segment. And finally, ICYMI: News & Notes including who's moving out of the UWCL Group Stage. Watch USWNT, NWSL and WSL games on P+" with a link to https://www.paramountplus.com/home/ Attacking Third is available for free on the Audacy app as well as Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher and wherever else you listen to podcasts. Follow the Attacking Third team on Twitter: @AttackingThird, @LisaCarlin32, @SandHerrera_, @Darian_Jenks, and @CCupo. 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." 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 Carlin, Darian Jenkins, and Sandra Herrera discuss the team needs of the Seattle Reign heading into the 2025 NWSL season. Then, the group take turns building an "ultimate player" based on attributes of those who are currently playing. Next, a look at the status of BOS Nation and the new challenges arising putting their debut at risk in 2026. And finally, ICYMI: News & Notes including all the latest free agency moves and the confirmed dates for the 2027 Women's World Cup. Attacking Third are finalists in not one, but two categories for the Sports Podcast Awards this year! Be sure to VOTE for us in both categories -- Best Football Podcast & Diverse Voices Award! Tell a friend and we can't thank you enough for all the love and support you have given this show! Watch USWNT, NWSL and WSL games on P+" with a link to https://www.paramountplus.com/home/ Attacking Third is available for free on the Audacy app as well as Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher and wherever else you listen to podcasts. Follow the Attacking Third team on Twitter: @AttackingThird, @LisaCarlin32, @SandHerrera_, @Darian_Jenks, and @CCupo. 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." 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