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Lisa Carlin and Sandra Herrera revisit the 2019 NWSL Final as our "Countdown to Kansas City" series continues. Then, our hosts discuss the breaking news that the Chicago Red Stars are rebranding for next season as Chicago Stars FC. Next, Lisa and Sandra have an in-depth conversation about the Pros and Cons of turning professional at a extremely young age, coming off 14 year old Stella Spitzer making her professional debut this past weekend becoming the youngest player to debut in the USL Super League. And finally, ICYMI: News & Notes from around the globe including Mel Barcenas scoring the fastest goal in U-17 US WYNT history and Jade Kovacevic becoming the first player to sign for a team in Canada's Northern Super League. 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 and Sandra Herrera went live on YouTube, as they do every Wednesday at 11am ET, and played a game of "State Your Case" explaining what USWNT fringe/bubble player they believe should be on the USWNT Olympic Roster this summer (2:44). Next, the ladies chat about what NWSL International players had a good run after being called into duty this past international window (11:49). Then, Lisa and Sandra explore some underrated NWSL kits of 2024 and reveal their all-time favorites the league has ever produced (19:27). And finally, in the ICYMI segment, they discuss the surprise international retirement announcement from England's Rachel Daly, the upcoming match for the Chicago Red Stars at Wrigley Field, and what city they'd like to see get the 16th franchise in the NWSL (35:22). 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

Jenny Chiu, Lisa Carlin, and Christine Cupo are live from the studio to breakdown everything in the women's game starting off with the announced and proposed sale of two clubs in Seattle Reign and San Diego Wave, the latter for a recording breaking amount, and what investment in this league has already proven to be and how big it can and will get (1:42). Then, a look at some of the biggest results at the weekend including Chelsea snapping Arsenal's 4-game winning streak, San Diego Wave defeating Gotham FC in the Challenge Cup, and a 9-goal thriller that saw KC Current defeat the Portland Thorns at the debut of the world's first women's soccer specific stadium (5:26). Next, the ladies dive in to the rest of the NWSL Week 1 results including NC Courage goal-fest, Chicago Red Stars spoiling the return of the Utah Royals, and expansion side Bay FC winning their debut match (17:01). Then, Sandra Herrera is welcomed in to deliver her post-weekend NWSL power rankings which see San Diego sitting on top (31:16). Up next, the ladies react and recap the weekend that was in the Women's Super League which included Bunny Shaw scoring her league-leading 17th goal and a look at the title race that's heating up (37:31). And finally, the A3 crew preview all of the UWCL Quarterfinals matchups (43:32). 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

Jenny Chiu, Lisa Carlin, Christin Cupo and Darian Jenkins react to the latest news around women's football. They discuss the latest out of Spain including Liga F protesting their first two matches, recent international coaching vacancies plus the NWSL Team of the Month. Sandra Herrera joins the show to talk about the Chicago Red Stars sale to Laura Ricketts as the biggest NWSL sale in history. The crew recaps the NWSL weekend slate of games with the tight playoff push. Spanish insider Guillem Balagué joins to talk about the latest out of Spain with and the Luis Rubiales situatoin. Watch Attacking Third for FREE, live Golazo Network every Monday, Wednesday and Friday at 4pmET on Paramount+ or the CBS Sports App. 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

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 talk about Chicago Red Stars and Chris Petrucelli in his second year at the club. 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 run through the latest news and notes around women’s soccer. In the NWSL, Portland Thorns owner Merritt Paulson and Chicago Red Stars owner Arnim Whistler have announced they are selling their respective clubs. Also, following an investigation with Portland HR, Thorns head coach Rhian Wilkinson has resigned just over a month after winning the NWSL Championship. Plus, the first-ever NWSL Free Agency period has made some noise - Chicago veterans announcing they will be leaving the club and San Diego Wave signing a top goal-scorer. Also, the NCAA Division I College Soccer National Championship crowned it’s champion following the UNC vs UCLA battle. Full details and breakdown. 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

The Chicago Red Stars and USWNT's Tierna Davidson joins Rog to discuss the last weekend of NWSL regular season action, the USWNT 2 matches versus European opposition, and her hopes ahead of her return to the field from injury next season. 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 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 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 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 welcome semifinal-bound NWSL players to the episode. Midfielder for Chicago Red Stars Morgan Gautrat joins the show to discuss her team's continued success in the postseason and what its like playing 3 playoff games not just two. Next, Angela Salem, midfielder and MVP candidate of the Portland Thorns. Angela won the Rose City Riveters Supporters Player of the Year award as well. She discusses playing in the postseason, how important a bye week is and how proud she is of her team winning the Shield. The semifinals of the NWSL Playoffs is this weekend, Portland Thorns host Chicago Red Stars Sunday 11/14 at 5:30 pm ET on CBSSports Network Morgan Gautrat: Angela Salem: 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 Chicago Red Stars forward and NWSL PA representative Kealia Watt and Executive Director of the NWSL Players Association Meghann Burke to the show. They discuss what the PA does, Kealia's role as a player rep and the turmoil that has kept the NWSL in the news the last few weeks. Kealia speaks out about the players' decision to demonstrate at the 6-minute mark of games. Meghann gives an inside look at the demands the PA set forth to the NWSL, why the league meeting these demands is so important and how the players want to see the league restructured. 'Attacking Third' is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts. Follow the Attacking Third team on Twitter: @AttackingThird, @SandHerrera_, @LRoman32 Visit the Attacking Third YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/attackingthird You can listen to Attacking Third on your smart speakers! Simply say "Alexa, play the latest episode of the Attacking Third podcast" or "Hey Google, play the latest episode of the Attacking Third podcast." For more soccer coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/soccer/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Lisa Roman welcomes former USWNT star Lori Lindsey and NWSL reporter Marisa Pilla to recap the weekend of matches. Despite four draws across the league, the weekend provided plenty of entertainment. Plus, the trio discusses the Portland Thorns vs Washington Spirit match being postponed due to COVID-19 within the Spirit roster. The NWSL standings remain close after each team only earns one point. In the news, the NWSL has finally announced an NWSL Championship location at Providence Park. NWSL Championship Site Announced (2:20) Gotham FC vs Chicago Red Stars (5:06) Racing Louisville vs OL Reign (11:49) Portland Thorns vs Washington Spirit (18:32) Orlando Pride vs Houston Dash (22:21) Kansas City NWSL vs North Carolina Courage (28:27) '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

Lynn Williams and Sam Mewis are back from the Summer Series and catching us up on all the USWNT action. They reflect on Carli Lloyd’s 300 caps, what they've learned from trying to make national team rosters over the years, and how to make a homemade smoothie… in your mouth. Sam and Lynn are then joined by teammate Tierna Davidson (Chicago Red Stars, USWNT) to discuss Pride Month and her experience in the LGBTQ community before playing "Are You Smarter than a Tierna?" (Hint: You're not) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Chicago Red Stars co-owner and Emmy Award-winning ESPN journalist joins us on the show today! We talk NWSL, Chicago sports, and why Malort is so damn popular. Watch us on Fubo Sports Network Every Sunday at 7pm! Today's show sponsored by On The Volley Apparel. Pick up all your Cooligans merch at onthevolleyapparel.com/cooligans Follow us on Instagram.com/soccercooligans Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

First, some big news! We are updating our podcast schedule. New episodes of the podcast will now be released on Mondays. Our tv show schedule will change as well. We will now be airing new episodes of The Cooligans on Sundays at 7pm ET on Fubo Sports Network! Tune in this Sunday April 18th for a new episode featuring Sarah Spain of ESPN & co-owner of the Chicago Red Stars! Today we react to the mush heard round the world in the NWSL. The Thorns vs Kansas City took social media by storm when a soccer game broke out at this UFC match. We also preview the MLS season and recap the CONCACAF Champions League so far. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rog is joined by North Carolina Courage hero Heather O'Reilly to preview their championship matchup against the Chicago Red Stars. Then he travels to Portland to talk with USWNT and Thorns defender Emily Sonnett about the club's record attendance and special relationship with the city. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.