World Cup News

Christian Polanco and Alexis Guerreros react to Inter Miami’s convincing win over Nashville SC without Luis Suárez. Is it time to bench Suárez for the remainder of the playoffs? Next, they welcome USMNT writer Leander Schaerlaeckens to discuss the history of soccer in America and the current state of the USMNT. How confident should we be in Mauricio Pochettino? Finally, they react to KC Current’s shocking loss to Gotham FC in the opening round of the NWSL playoffs — is it the biggest upset in NWSL history?

Christian and Alexis discuss the USMNT’s gutsy 1-0 win over Jamaica. Then, Stefan Frei joins the show to chat MLS playoffs. Later, Christian and Alexis break down Marta’s wonder goal to sent the Orlando Pride to the NWSL Cup final.

Lisa Carlin and Sandra Herrera chat with KC Current goalkeeper Almuth Schult about the upcoming Summer Cup Final on Friday where she will face-off against her German International counterpart Ann-Katrin Berger and Gotham FC. The group also discuss what she expects defensively in this match, her PK preparation if if comes to that, and the most challenging attacks she's faced in the NWSL this season. They also talk about the cultural differences living in Kansas City vs Germany and her chemistry with the other summer window signings. 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

Sam Mewis and Roger Bennett are joined LIVE at the Madrid Theatre by some very special guests to talk all things KC Current and what makes Kansas City such a singular footballing city. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Lisa Carlin, Darian Jenkins and Aaron West were in-studio to talk about all the latest involving the women's game from around the world. First up, the group discuss the career of Australia National Team goalkeeper Lydia Williams as she just announced her retirement from the game (2:02). Next, a discussion about the first batch of NWSL Awards handed out this season, Rookie of the Month, Player of the Month, and the league's Best XI for March/April (3:22). Then, the A3 crew recap yesterday's midweek action in the NWSL which saw three games including Gotham FC beat Houston Dash, the Seattle Reign draw at home to KC Current, and the San Diego Wave thwarting the Utah Royals 2-0 (8:43). Next, the group preview some of the notable matchup in the NWSL at the weekend including Portland Thorns vs Seattle Reign and San Diego Wave hosting Gotham FC (13:50). Then, with the TST (The Soccer Tournament) team announcements and groups laid out, Lisa, Darian, Aaron, and Sandra all reveal their "made-up" sides of current players they would enter into the tournament (22:54). Sandra Herrera sticks around to talk about the upcoming Chicago Red Stars match vs Bay FC at Wrigley Field and proposes some additional iconic stadiums teams could and should play at (30:31). And finally, the A3 crew preview the upcoming FA Women's Cup Final between Manchester United and Tottenham Hotspur (37:23). 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." 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, Christine Cupo, and Darian Jenkins discuss the breaking news that former USWNT Head Coach Vlatko Andonovski is set to head to NWSL side KC Current as their Manager as well as Christine Sinclair who has announced her retirement from international duty (2:43). Then, the group take a look at the UWCL Group Stage draw and who their team to watch is (6:48). Next, the ladies react to part two of Kickin' It with Carli Lloyd and tell some of their own personal stories of challenging situations they too have overcome (9:18). Brianna Pinto of the North Carolina Courage is welcomed in to chat about her upcoming game against Gotham FC this weekend (26:17). And finally, the A3 hosts preview both Angel City vs OL Reign and NC Courage vs Gotham FC playoff matchups while disclosing who the players to watch are (35:19). 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

KC Current forward Kristen Hamilton joins Lynn and Sam to chat soccer memories, her hobbies off the field, and the journey to becoming her truest self. Leslie Osborne then joins the pod to discuss health and wellness in her transition from a soccer player to a runner, and how and how a specific new set of Nike running shoes are helping her reach her goals. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.