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Kara Nortman talks Monarch Collective’s sports ownership portfolio and potential investment in England Many Women’s Super League clubs are treated as “an afterthought” by their owners according to Kara Nortman, the co-founder of the women’s sport investment fund Monarch Collective and Angel City FC. Monarch last month became the first women’s multi-sport group by buying a minority stake in Cleveland WNBA, the basketball franchise joining an ownership portfolio that includes the NWSL teams San Diego Wave and Boston Legacy, and the German club Viktoria Berlin.

After learning from sister Alyssa Thompson, 20-year-old Gisele Thompson is pushing to consistently shine for Angel City FC and the U.S. national team.

Lisa Carlin, Darian Jenkins, and Christine Cupo react to the Week 3 results, share, discuss, and debate their biggest takeaways, and put together A3's Weekly Best XI. The group also welcomed in Angel City FC Forward Riley Tiernan, fresh off her game-winning & first ever NWSL goal post-match. You can e-mail the show anytime at [email protected] 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

RECORDED BEFORE THE TRANSFER OF SAVY KING TO ANGEL CITY FC It's xOG's first ever live pod! The guys chat about Crystal Dunn's move to PSG and the other stray transactions of the last week, before launching into their live conversation from the inaugural American Soccer Insights Summit in Houston, Texas. Bay FC director of data and analytics Arielle Dror and women's soccer researcher/historian/NWSL information director Jen "The Keeper" Cooper to talk about the past, present and future of statistics and analytics in the women's game. This was the most fun. Join our Patreon for only $6/month (or $60/year) to get all of our exclusive bonus content! Art by Eli Elbogen Music by Devin Drobka's Bell Dance Songs (chopped n screwed remix by Evan Davis) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Lisa Carlin, Christine Cupo, and Sandra Herrera react to the breaking news that Becki Tweed has been fired by Angel City FC. The group discuss the circumstances surrounding the firing and who the possible candidates to fill the void at the club will be. This is yet another coaching vacancy in the NWSL and another team looking for new solutions. 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

Sandra Herrera and Christine Cupo react to the news that the NWSL disciplined Angel City FC for Salary Cap violation in this A3 ONE SHOT. They discuss the ripple effect both immediate and long term having been deducted 3pts amidst a hotly contested playoff push as well as the league stating, "...the NWSL will be conducting annual investigations and audits of player spending across clubs to ensure compliance with league rules." Should any other teams be worried? Our hosts discuss the brutal financial reality and loopholes teams exploit and that this reaction from the league is really a good thing going forward as it continues to grow. We're happy to announce that the Attacking Third Podcast has been recognized by the Football Content Awards and nominated in "The Best in Women's Football" category! And now it’s UP TO YOU, the fans to decide the winners. Click Here to vote for Attacking Third. Voting will close at 11:59pm on Sunday October 13th. 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

Jenny Chiu, Sandra Herrera, Lisa Carlin, and Darian Jenkins kick of the show with all the latest news from the women's game including the United States and Mexico proposing a joint bid for the 2027 Women's World Cup, Mapi León season ending injury for Barcelona, Gisele Thompson signing for her sister's club team Angel City FC, as well as everything surround NWSL which will see a new playoff format (2:23). Then, the A3 crew discuss all the notable free agent signing from around the NWSL as well as players heading overseas (14:24). Next, a recap of the USWNT's latest friendly against China including their continued struggles against set pieces (19:25). Then, a CONCACAF whip around and a breakdown of the 2024 calendar with Gold Cup and Olympics intertwined with the regular season (30:10). Next, a wrap-up of the UEFA Women's Nations League, who shined and who disappointed (39:19). And finally, a preview of the big WSL match at the weekend with Arsenal taking on Chelsea (47:45). Have a great weekend everyone! 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, @SandHerrera_, @LisaCarlin32, @Jordangeli , @JennyaChiu and @Darian_Jenks. 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 Ali Riley to the show. They discuss the 2023 NWSL season for Angel City, how 18-year-old rookie Alyssa Thompson has adjusted to professional life, and the making of the HBO docuseries "Angel City" about the inaugural 2022 season. Full exclusive interview. 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, @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

USWNT star Julie Ertz has just announced she is returning to the NWSL for the first time since 2021. Sandra Herrera and Lisa Roman break down the latest around Ertz's signing, her contract and more. Julie Ertz previously spent 8 seasons in Chicago with the Red Stars before being traded to Angel City FC in 2022. Ertz started a family and gave birth to her first son in August of 2022, never reporting to Los Angeles. At the end of the 2022 season, Ertz became a free agent allowing her the freedom to negotiate and sign with any club. 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 2023 NWSL Season with team-by-team previews.They start with a preview of Angel City FC enters it's second year in the league after making waves in 2022 as an expansion side. They discuss the team's biggest off-season signings, draft picks, most detrimental losses, the ideal starting lineup and the biggest burning question for 2023. Plus, the project the team's finish in 2023 and if they can win it all. 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, @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 games. The United States Women's National Team is set to play the first in a pair of friendlies against Nigeria. Saturday, the US will take on Nigeria in Kansas City. Then, only one match slated in the NWSL: Gotham FC vs North Carolina. They preview this re-scheduled match day 3 game between the two clubs. Plus, it's the first-ever Copa Angelina - Angel City FC hosts the Women's Mexican International Team. Full weekend preview, picks and predictions. Attacking Third has advanced to the final round in the People's Choice Podcast Awards! If you voted for us in the first round, check your email! One-third of our listeners has been selected to vote for Attacking Third to win. Check your email for the subject line "Podcast Awards Final Slate Voting” to see if you've been selected! Then, vote for Attacking Third to win Best-Female hosted podcast. Watch USWNT, NWSL and WSL games on P+" with a link to https://www.paramountplus.com/home/ '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 newly-appointed General Manager of Angel City FC Angela Hucles Magano to the show. Angela discusses how her first week or so of her new role has been since the announcement came on Monday, August 15. Plus, she talks about what exactly a GM does for an NWSL Club, especially an expansion club, - and it's a little bit of everything. As a former professional and US International, Angela discusses how she uses her experience as a player to make Angel City's players the most successful on and off the field. Plus, Angela rates the current era of women's football and says which player's she wants to play alongside and who she'd recruit to play for Angel City. Attacking Third has advanced to the final round in the People's Choice Podcast Awards! If you voted for us in the first round, check your email! One-third of our listeners has been selected to vote for Attacking Third to win. Check your email for the subject line "Podcast Awards Final Slate Voting” to see if you've been selected! Then, vote for Attacking Third to win Best-Female hosted podcast. Watch USWNT and NWSL games on P+" with a link to https://www.paramountplus.com/home/ '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

Gotham FC's Midge Purce joins Rog to reveal the moment that sparked belief in her own USWNT future and what it felt like to beat Angel City FC amid that raucous LA atmosphere. This podcast is presented by Paramount+. Sign up now at paramountplus.com/mibtwg. If you or someone you know has a gambling problem, crisis counseling and referral services can be accessed by calling 1-800-GAMBLER (1-800-426-2537) (IL/IN/MI/NJ/PA/WV/WY), 1-800-NEXTSTEP (AZ), 1-800-522-4700 (CO/NH), 888-789-7777/visithttp://ccpg.org/chat(CT), 1-800-BETS OFF (IA), 1-877-770-STOP(7867) (LA), 877-8-HOPENY/text HOPENY (467369) (NY), visitOPGR.org (OR), call/text TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN), or 1-888-532-3500 (VA).21+ (18+ WY). Physically present in AZ/CO/CT/IL/IN/IA/LA/MI/NJ/NY/PA/TN/ VA/WV/WY only. New customers only. Min. $5 deposit required. Eligibility restrictions apply. Seehttp://draftkings.com/sportsbook for details. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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

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

Angel City FC defender Sarah Gorden joins Lynn and Sam to chat moving to Los Angeles from Chicago, her injury recovery, and being a mother as a professional athlete. Sarah also discusses her passion for fashion and her goals for the future. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sandra Herrera and Lisa Roman welcome San Diego Wave FC and USWNT forward Alex Morgan to the show. Alex discusses returning home to play in California for San Diego Wave FC, the budding rivalry in the NWSL between the Wave and Angel City FC and how she felt scoring the brace in San Diego’s first-ever victory. Alex also discusses not being called in to the most recent USWNT camp and her perspective on head coach Vlatko Andonovski’s decision to include younger players in the training camps. Plus, Alex praises Ashley Sanchez and Catarina Macario as two younger USWNT players that have shined both for club and country. Alex promotes her newest partnership with Team BODYARMOR for the “One More” campaign. '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, updates, trades and more from around the world of women's football. They discuss the ongoing CONCACAF W Qualifiers and the UEFA qualifiers(2:19). During this international break, many NWSL clubs are announcing international trades and transfers. Angel City FC is the most effective in their trades getting French international forward Clarisse Le Bihan and German international goalkeeper Almuth Schult, both adding depth to a shallow ACFC roster. Chicago Red Stars sign forward Chelsie Dawber, Racing Louisville inks Rebecca Holloway, Portland Thorns get Janine Becky from Manchester City and North Carolina Courage acquire Valerie Gauvin (6:46). Then, Sandra and Lisa discuss the April Friendlies for the USWNT (15:08). They give their projected starting lineups, which player rotations they want to see and how these friendlies vs Uzbekistan are important for the youth US 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 preview the opening weekend of the 2022 NWSL Challenge Cup! All 12 teams kick off the weekend from Friday-Saturday, watch all games on Paramount +. Sandra and Lisa give pregame analysis for each match starting with the Biggest Matchups of the Weekend. On Saturday the two newest expansion clubs in the NWSL Angel City FC and San Diego Wave will play their first match in club history against each other in Los Angeles (10:31). It’s Alex Morgan against Christen Press to see which expansion team will come out on top. On Friday, the biggest rivalry in the league is back, Portland Thorns vs OL Reign. Plus, they take a look at the 2021 Bottom of the Table battle starting the entire Challenge Cup Friday at 7pm ET between Kansas City Current and Racing Louisville (20:20). Sandra and Lisa give their picks for each matchup and touch on players to watch. Join Sandra and Lisa LIVE on YouTube Sunday following the final match for a full Weekend Recap! '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

What an action-packed show.!We have two 99ers today! Mia Hamm and Julie Foudy are in the Angel City ownership group and talk to us about their transition from receiving checks to now signing them. We also recap our trip to see Everton vs Arsenal in Goodison Park + We preview the MLS Cup Final between the Portland Timbers and New York City Football Club! Enjoy the podcast and don't forget to subscribe and leave a review on Apple Podcasts! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Alexi and Mosse dive in on Americans playing the Champions League (06:02) as well as other big European action, such as El Clasico (26:17). Then, the guys unpack El Trafico and the playoff race in MLS (38:27). Also, Messi vs. Ronaldo vs. Zlatan, expectations for the USMNT and Angel City FC’s impact are looked at in #AskAlexi (55:50). Finally, Alexi caps the show with a story about the very first MLS Cup (1:27:07) in another remote edition of the State of the Union Podcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices