Women's Soccer News

On Thursday's Football Daily, Phil Egan brings you all the reaction worth airing from the Merseyside derby. Liverpool skipper Virgil van Dijk speaks to OTB about their Premier League dreams, while David Moyes claims last night's winner should not have stood. PGMOL have reacted to James Tarkowski's contentious challenge on Alexis MacAllister. Amber Barrett discusses a potential 50th WNT cap. And the Women's World Cup is coming to Belfast.

After Arsenal and Chelsea booked their place in the Women's Champions League final, Lianne Sanderson is joined by ex-Liverpool and Lionesses star Natasha Dowie to break down their chances in the semi-finals. They'll also discuss a huge weekend in the WSL as Chelsea dropped points to leave the gap at the top of the table at just 6 points! Plus, Tash will also reflect on becoming the first woman ever to feature in the Liverpool Legends squad at Anfield! And, you'll hear from Karleigh Osborne, the ex-Brentford player who is now the women's first team manager! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Anja Koehler of Captain University joins the coaches to discuss her soccer career and her mission to create a new generation of sports leaders. They also banter on some other spring-related stuff (as they do...) Give a listen, tell a friend.

Lisa Carlin, Christine Cupo, and Jessica McDonald take a look at all the Americans Abroad who got called into the USWNT April squad as well as those who did not. They also open up the A3 Mailbag to answer your questions. Then, McCall Zerboni hangs out with Lo LaBonta to talk about the ol' "Chip on the Shoulder" from a players perspective. And swap stories about revenge games in their personal careers. 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

On Tuesday's Football Daily, Phil Egan brings you a flavour of this morning's Off The Ball Breakfast interview with Sean Dyche. We hear from the former Burnley boss regarding his immediate future in the game, and his praise for his ex-Everton captain Seamus Coleman. Arne Slot's addressed those stories linking Trent Alexander-Arnold to Real Madrid, and discussed his squad's fatigue levels. Saoirse Noonan shows her assertive side in discussing her Republic of Ireland WNT place with Carla Ward. Manchester United's part-owners settle a case with New Zealand Rugby. And Bray continue their march up the First Division table.

More draws! With even fewer goals! The guys whip around the league to gawk at some less-than-stellar matches (1:40) before diving into this week's featured contest, Angel City's 2-1 defeat of the Seattle Reign at home. We preamble a bit (17:00), and then peel back what's been suprisingly effective about Angel City's attack (19:00), before trying to understand how Seattle could be even messier than we expected (31:40). We cap it off with a discussion of what kind of a player fans can expect Christen Press to be going forward (37:43). If you're going to the USWNT- Brazil match at SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles this weekend, hit us up! We'd love to see you and chat all things WoSo. Join our Patreon for only $6/month ($60/year) to get all of our exclusive bonus content! Art by Eli Elbogen Music by Devin Drobka's Bell Dance Songs Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Alanna Cunnane is joined by COYGIG Pod stalwarts Karen Duggan and Scarlett Herron to preview Ireland’s upcoming games versus Greece and look back on the weekend that was in the WSL. What will Carla Ward do to rejuvenate the squad after their shell-shocking loss to Slovenia? Who will clinch the Champions League spots in the WSL? Find out all of that and more on this week’s episode. The COYGIG Pod on Off The Ball is in association with Cadbury, the official snack partner to the Republic of Ireland's Women's National Team. #CadburySupporterAndAHalf | @Cadbury|reland

Belz and Vince with a lengthy "what's up with Poch" opening segment, Johnny shines for Betis, Malik back and fresh in Eindhoven, West starts under new coach, Josh scores, we're definitely going to Rome. A great question from Mike in the Buffalo area.

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

Chelsea and England defender Lucy Bronze speaks exclusively to Alex Scott about her experience being autistic and living with ADHD. Lucy's mum, Diane, had long suspected she may be autistic, but it wasn't until four years ago that Bronze was officially diagnosed as being autistic and living with ADHD (attention deficit hyperactivity disorder). Lucy has had outstanding success as a footballer, both at home and abroad, and during this chat she tells Alex how being neurodivergent has impacted her life both on and off the pitch and why some of her differences have been her strengths. TIMECODES: 1:02 - On being diagnosed as autistic and ADHD four years ago. 3:13 - The process of getting diagnosed 5:00 - On her most notable neurodivergent traits 7:10 - Do her teammates know? 9:20 - Being ‘obsessed’ with football and how her differences have been her strengths. 10:26 - How does it affect her on the football pitch? 12:25 - Masking and copying the behaviours of Jill Scott. 15:54 - Her experiences of playing abroad and being in diverse environments. 16:50 - Being a role model to younger players 19:55 - On the diagnosis helping to understand who she is, not change who she is. 22:25 - Why is she ready to talk about it now? 24:45 - Becoming an ambassador for the National Autistic Society to help with "raising awareness" and "getting rid of the stigma" around it.

A3's Lisa Carlin goes one-on-one with Houston Dash midfielder Maggie Graham who has come off the bench in her first two professional games only to score both times, including a game-winner against the Chicago Stars. She discusses her transition from collegiate athlete at Duke to becoming a pro in Houston. The two also play a game of this or that and Maggie fills us in on the teams current television obsession. 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

On Friday's Football Daily, Phil Egan brings you a full preview of tonight's League of Ireland action. We'll have live coverage of Shamrock Rovers' meeting with Derry City live on tonight's Off The Ball, with coverage on Newstalk beginning at 7pm. Ahead of that game, we'll hear from Stephen Bradley and Tiernan Lynch. Plus, Stephen Kenny, Keith Long, Tim Clancy and Stephen Elliott look ahead to some of tonight's other games. Tottenham have seemingly identified their ideal replacement for Ange Postecoglou. And we hear from Chelsea women's boss Sonia Bompastor following their Champions League comeback.

Welcome back to It Was What It Was, the football history podcast. Today Jonathan Wilson and Rob Draper are joined by author James Montague to discuss his new book 'Engulfed' - exploring Saudi Arabia's massive investments in sport. James gives unique insights on the history of Saudi football, the Vision 2030 project, and how Newcastle United's takeover fits into the larger picture. You'll find out how strategic use of 'soft power' has transformed Saudi Arabia's global image through sport. The trio examine the rich football culture in Saudi Arabia, the country's evolving social landscape, and the geopolitics influencing these changes. If you’re enjoying the podcast, please subscribe and consider leaving a five-star review to help others find the show. 00:00 Introduction 00:17 James Montague's Early Works and Reviews 01:28 Re-release and Sequel: Engulfed 01:59 Saudi Arabia's Emergence in Sports 03:26 Sports Washing and Soft Power 06:47 Historical Context and Saudi Investments 11:10 Mohammad bin Salman's Rise to Power 23:57 The Khashoggi Incident and Its Aftermath 30:13 Saudi Arabia's Football Culture 31:24 Challenges of Covering Saudi Arabia 33:52 Women in Saudi Football 35:15 Jimmy Hill's Influence on Saudi Football 40:33 David Icke's Saudi Adventure 46:10 Vision 2030 and Saudi Football Investments 52:26 Neom's Football Ambitions 57:34 Conclusion and Book Promotion Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Those and lots of other questions came through in voicemail (thank you very much to everyone who sent one!), and Charlie Boehm joins Watke and Belz to respond to them. Others include which two players from the XI vs Panama that we’d cut from this roster, and which two we’d bench, what percentage of blame to assign Poch and the players and Panama, and much more.

Lisa Carlin, Darian Jenkins, and McCall Zerboni discuss the latest roster drop for the U23 squad. Then, reaction to Boston's name unveiling. Next, the crew talks about what they have their eye on as we head into NWSL Week 3. And finally, a recap of both Wednesday UWCL matches and a preview of Chelsea vs Man City. 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

Jimmy Conrad, Charlie Davies, and Tony Meola discuss whether Mauricio Pochettino should consider benching or even dropping some of the USMNT's key players (03:44). Tony gets hot under the collar defending his goalkeeper depth chart (13:18), and Jimmy puts ten toes down with his centerback depth chart picks - yes, Walker Zimmermann is in the mix (19:32)! Marco Messina returns to talk about Igor Tudor's appointment as Juventus manager, and what it means for Weston McKennie and Tim Weah (31:13). Alphonso Davies' agent called out Jesse Marsch following his client's ACL tear. The guys debate whether the Canada head coach is really to blame (46:47). Call It What You Want is available for free on the Audacy app as well as Apple Podcasts, Spotify and wherever else you listen to podcasts. Follow the Call It What You Want team on X: @JimmyConrad, @CharlieDavies9, @TMeola1 Visit the betting arena on CBSSports.com for all the latest in sportsbook reviews and sportsbook promos for betting on soccer. 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/ You can also watch Call It What You Want on the CBS Sports Golazo Network for free on connected TVs and mobile devices through the CBS Sports app, Pluto TV, and on CBSSports.com as well as Paramount+. Watch UEFA Champions League, UEFA Europa League, UEFA Europa Conference League, EFL, Serie A, Coppa Italia, CONCACAF Nations League, NWSL, Scottish Premiership, Brasileiro, Argentine Primera División, AFC Champion League by subscribing to Paramount+ Sign up to the Golazo newsletter, your ultimate guide to the Beautiful Game as our experts take you beyond the pitch and around the globe with news that matters. 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

Jimbo is joined in the studio by Michael Cox, Charlie Eccleshare and Benji Lanyado as the international break ends and club football returns. Holders Argentina qualify for the World Cup with a scintillating display as they thrash Brazil 4-1. Hear why they might just be more exciting without Messi. Plus Natalie Gedra joins us to detail the crisis in Brazilian football right now. England are two for two under Thomas Tuchel. What’s the best solution for the Three Lions down the left-side? Right-back Trent Alexander-Arnold looks to be nearing a move from Liverpool to Real Madrid. What would he bring to Los Blancos? This weekend brings the most fun FA Cup quarter-final line-up in years. Does the meeting with Man City on Sunday represent one of the biggest games in Bournemouth’s history? Plus Arsenal’s dramatic comeback win over Real Madrid in the Women’s Champions League and Jean-Philippe Mateta’s comeback promo. We're asking you to fill out a quick survey about you and your podcast habits by going to theathletic.com/athletic/survey25. Three lucky entries will win £100 worth of Amazon vouchers too. Produced by Charlie Jones. RUNNING ORDER: • PART 1: Two wins out of two for Thomas Tuchel (03.00) • PART 2: Argentina 4-1 Brazil with Natalie Gedra (13.00) • PART 3a: Arsenal’s dramatic comeback against Real Madrid (33.00) • PART 3b: Trent Alexander-Arnold off to Madrid? (36.00) • PART 3c: FA Cup quarter-final preview (40.00) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On Thursday's Football Daily, Phil Egan has details of the board tasked with delivering a successful Euro 2028. Newcastle are said to be very keen on a Liverpool defender. Brazil's association remains hopeful of making Carlo Ancelotti their World Cup boss. Calls from within European football's corridors of power are growing for a return of Russia. And Phil looks ahead to tonight's Women's Champions League action.

Alexi Lalas and David Mosse sit down to share final thoughts on the USMNT’s lackluster weekend at the CONCACAF Nations League, and the importance of Sergiño Dest and Antonee Robinson being available for the national team this summer at Gold Cup. Also during this international window, Argentina handed Brazil their worst World Cup qualifying loss ever. France, Spain, Germany, and Portugal all advanced to the UEFA Nations League semis. Our Americans look to get back in club action in Europe. Weston McKennie and Tim Weah face Genoa under new management, Antonee Robinson and Chris Richards go head-to-head in the FA Cup quarterfinals. On the women’s side, Emma Hayes announced the USWNT roster for their upcoming matches against Brazil. (7:49) To wrap the show, Alexi and Mosse discuss USMNT’s second best guy behind Pulisic, USL promotion/relegation, and give an ode to the late Hank Steinbrecher. (50:32) Final thoughts on USMNT Nations League failure (7:49) Brazil handed worst WCQ loss (27:18) UEFA Nations League semis are set (32:12) USMNT Abroad Preview (39:43) #AskAlexi: USL pro/rel (50:32) One for the Road: Ode to Hank Steinbrecher (59:05) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On Wednesday's Football Daily, Phil Egan brings you up to speed on another eventful 24-hours in the Republic of Ireland WNT orbit. One of Carla Ward's coaching staff has departed, with another potentially following in the summer, so the manager has addressed talk of a potential rapprochement with Colin Healy. One of Liverpool's transfer targets last summer looks likely to join Trent Alexander-Arnold at Real Madrid next season. Pressure is mounting on Brazil manager Dorival, but Phil has the reason he could be spared. And there's been a new twist in the case investigating the death of Diego Maradona.

Girls on the Ball's Rachel O'Sullivan speaks with Eoin Sheahan as the Women's Champions League continues this week, while Carla Ward has named her squad for the upcoming matches against Greece. The Football Show w/ William Hill Ireland

Lisa Carlin, Darian Jenkins, and Jess McDonald react to the USWNT April roster for the upcoming friendlies against Brazil. Then, Lo LaBonta joins the show to chat about the youth movement in the NWSL and the impact fans have on the game. And to close things out, the group open up the A3 Mailbag to answer your questions. 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

Kathleen McNamee is joined by Karen Duggan and Scarlett Herron to chat about Carla Ward's latest squad announcement as well as all the happenings in the league here and in England. The COYGIG Pod on Off The Ball is in association with Cadbury, the official snack partner to the Republic of Ireland’s Women’s National Team. #CadburySupporterAndAHalf | @CadburyIreland

On Tuesday's Football Daily, Phil Egan brings you news of the latest Republic of Ireland WNT squad - who's in, who's out, and why. We speak directly to Ireland manager Carla Ward on her selection for the Greece window. Mason Melia's made a piece of U21 history for his country. Marc Canham discusses the FAI's Academy plans. Plus it seems Trent Alexander-Arnold's future has been definitely decided.

It's 100 days until the Women's Euros and to celebrate we have a jam packed show where Lianne Sanderson is joined by some amazing guests! Kicking things off, talkSPORT's Uma Gurav joins the show to discuss all the actions from the past week in the WSL and UWCL. Then ESPN journalist Jeff Kassouf joins Lianne to discuss the start of the NWSL season and what we can expect in 2025 from the league. It's then time for a passionate three in thee where Lianne addresses topics such as the pitches in the women's game, the pay gap and that 100 day countdown to the Euros. Finally Lianne had the pleasure of chatting with former Barcelona, now Washington Spirit head coach, Jonatan Giraldez to pick his brains about being a top level manager in the women's game! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sandra Herrera, Christine Cupo, and Jen Beattie react to the Week 2 results, share, discuss, and debate their biggest takeaways, and put together A3's Weekly Best XI. Jess McDonald also joins as a surprise guest to talk about her Ring of Honor experience at the NC Courage match. 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

The Liverpool Legends team will face the Chelsea Legends team on Saturday, raising money for the LFC Foundation. Ahead of the game, Peter Crouch, Natasha Dowie and LFC Foundation CEO Matt Parish spoke to the media. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

John Murray & Ian Dennis are joined by former BBC Wales football correspondent Rob Phillips. They discuss his journey following the Wales national team and seeing Gareth Bale’s rise from the youth team. Herr Chapman claims another sticky-handed victim dipping into their sweets on the radio. More football lookalikes, England v Wales in Clash of the Commentators and there’s a high bar to get into the Great Glossary of Football Commentary. 03:00 Rob Phillips’ journey following Wales 09:50 Following Gareth Bale’s rise from the start 19:50 Herr Chapman is at it again… 21:40 John’s Mike Gatting incident 24:05 More football lookalikes & soundalikes 29:10 Play-by-play commentary sharing 36:20 England v Wales in Clash of the Commentators 45:20 What will enter the Great Glossary? BBC Sounds / 5 Live commentaries this weekend: Fri 1945 England v Albania in World Cup qualifier, Sun 1430 Man City v Chelsea in the Women’s Super League, Mon 1945 England v Latvia in World Cup qualifier.

Two and a half hours of Vince holding court and agendas flying like a swarm of mosquitoes. Totally unabridged, might be a little language here and there. The first real test of the Poch era. Failure. Justified frustration after another bad loss. Detailed, more responsible game recap coming later today.

Aly Trost Martin, Lisa Carlin, McCall Zerboni, Darian Jenkins, Christine Cupo, and Sandra Herrera were in-studio for this special edition of Attacking Third. First, a preview of the key matchups coming up as the NWSL heads into Week 2. Then, the group recap Leg 1 of the UEFA Women's Champions League Semifinals. Next, a chat about USWNT Bubble Players that are looking to show-out in the NWSL to get on Emma Hayes' radar for April camp. Then, Houston Dash midfielder Sophie Schmidt is welcomed in to discuss their upcoming matchup against the Chicago Stars and how the rebuild is going in Houston. And finally, Sandra Herrera joins to discuss her recent interview with NWSL Boston's GM Domènec Guasch. 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

The Women’s Champions League had its first leg of action this week, so Musa and Ryan begin by shouting out Vivianne Miedema’s brace, which helped Manchester City inflict the first defeat of the season on Chelsea (02:36), and rounding up the rest of the results. They then discuss the interesting news that the USL has voted to introduce promotion and relegation in U.S. men’s soccer (10:52) before responding to a quick Premier League and ‘Daredevil’ analogy by request of the Midnight Boys (17:26) and asking each other one football question about the clubs they support (24:49). For more podcasts, ad-free and in full, plus access to the Stadio Social Club and much more, you can become a Stadio member by signing up at patreon.com/stadio. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Watke and Belz check in with Sanjay Sujanthakumar less than 24 hours before USA-Panama in Los Angeles as he hustles around SoCal covering the team. We touch on the back-and-forth with Tim Ream on who tonight's left back will be, what the midfield might look like, what we've learned from lots of press conferences and the mixed zone in the last few days, the various responses from players and coaches to the politics questions, and more.

Lisa Carlin and Sandra Herrera go 2v1 with NWSL Boston's first ever franchise GM and 13yr Barcelona vet Domè Guasch. The group talk about how the process of building out a team from scratch is going, what his ideal characteristics of a player might be, and the advice he's received from former Barca colleague Jonatan Giráldez has been. Also, how adjusting to life in Boston has been and the club already going through a name change before even taking the pitch. 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, McCall Zerboni, Christine Cupo, and Lo LaBonta weigh in on the age limit debate for rookies in the NWSL after Mak Whitham debuts at the age of 14. Then, LaBonta leads the discussion on the pressure both on and off the field in the NWSL. And finally, the A3 crew open up the mailbag to answer your questions about the NWSL. 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

NFL legend and Burnley co-owner JJ Watt chats to Mark Chapman. They discuss everything from bench pressing with the Burnley players to the uncertainty of the NFL draft. Watt opens up on why he decided to invest in Burnley – and why once he did so, he was determined to win over the fans, just as he did after moving to Houston as an American footballer. They also discuss goalkeeper James Trafford, the difference between sports that do and do not have relegation and the contrasting schedule between the NFL and the EFL. TIMECODES 0 mins: JJ’s interest in learning about the business of football 4 mins: The importance of community when you join a club 5 mins: The danger element of investing in a sport that has relegation 8 mins: The insight that JJ can offer the board as a former professional athlete. 12 mins: James Trafford – and the art of goalkeeping 16 mins: The difference in football and NFL schedules 19 mins: JJ’s experiences in the NFL draft 25 mins: The big salaries paid to sportsmen and how they handle them 26 mins: The importance of giving back 5 Live/Sports Extra Commentaries this week: Wednesday 19th March – Manchester City v Chelsea – Women’s Champions League Quarter Final – 8pm KO on 5 Live Thursday 20th March – Greece v Scotland – Nations League – 7.45pm KO on 5 Live Friday 21st March – England v Albania – World Cup Qualifier – 7.45pm KO on 5 Live

Is the tension between World Cup co-hosts USA, Canada and Mexico a concern? Can Comoros complete the ultimate underdog story? Plus, will Chris Wood and Erling Haaland be firing in the goals for New Zealand and Norway next year? Kelly Cates and Rory Smith get our countdown to 2026 underway in Destination New Jersey. JT Batson, CEO & Secretary General of the US Soccer Federation, joins us to discuss their preparations for the tournament. Former New Zealand manager, Ricki Herbert, talks up their chances of making it to next summer’s World Cup 16 years after he guided them to South Africa. President of the Norwegian Football Association, Lise Klaveness, explains the pressure on them to ensure Erling Haaland and their talented generation can reach the finals. And we’re joined by former Wolves boss Stefano Cusin as he bids to take Comoros to their first World Cup. TIMECODES: 02:10 - JT Batson – CEO & Secretary General of US Soccer Federation 17:50 - Stefano Cusin – Comoros manager 26:19 – Ricki Herbert – Former New Zealand manager 39:36 – Lise Klaveness – President of the Norwegian Football Association. Commentaries on 5 Live/BBC Sounds: Wednesday: Manchester City v Chelsea - Women's Champions League (8pm) Thursday: Greece v Scotland - Men's Nations League play-off (7:45pm) Friday: England v Albania - Men's World Cup 2026 qualifying (7:45pm) Sunday: Manchester City v Chelsea - Women's Super League (2:30pm)

Christian Polanco and Alexis Guerreros eact to major MLS and NWSL storylines over the weekend including Lionel Messi and Inter Miami beating Atlanta United on Sunday, getting revenge for their playoff loss to to the same team last season. Christian and Alexis then bring on Austin FC midfielder Dani Pereira to preview the MLS season as well as chat his journey to becoming a pro. Later, Christian and Alexis recap Newcastle’s historic Carabao Cup final win over Liverpool that ended a 70 year trophy drought for the club.

The League Cup goes to Chelsea - but Sonia Bompastor is on the hunt for more! Lianne Sanderson is joined by Uma Gurav to break down a dramatic League Cup final, as they discuss whether Man City were right to sack Garetn Taylor. Plus, after an explosive start to the NWSL season, former Houston Dash head coach Ricky Clarke joins to discuss all the latest from across the pond. Plus, you'll hear exclusively from Amanda van der Voort, the president of the USL Super League - a new football league out in the USA! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sandra Herrera, Darian Jenkins, and Jessica McDonald react to the Week 1 results, share, discuss, and debate their biggest takeaways, and put together A3's Weekly Best XI. 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

Sebastian Salazar built Futbol Americas from scratch with Herc Gomez and now he hosts ION's NWSL studio show. He's veteran of covering soccer in America, a native of D.C., a lifelong El Tri fan. He plays the game, he's coached the game. We spoke on Thursday and he was very generous with his time. Great conversation.

Christian Polanco and Alexis Guerreros react to Real Madrid’s controversial Champions League win against inner-city rival, Atletico Madrid. The boys debate whether or not Julian Alvarez’s double tap penalty should have counted or not. Christian and Alexis then bring on Portland Thorns forward Deyna Castellanos to preview the upcoming NWSL season as well as her show us her new signature shoe. Later, Christian and Alexis break down the USMNT’s march roster, including a couple of surprise additions.

Lisa Carlin, Darian Jenkins, and McCall Zerboni (in her debut) prep you for the first full weekend of action in the NWSL. Gotham FC's Ella Stevens also joins the show. And the group will make their first set of picks for the A3 Weekly Challenge. 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

A3's Sandra Herrera goes one-on-one with Gotham FC forward Ella Stevens. The two discuss her mindset heading into 2025 which is the second year with her club, but 6th of her NWSL career. They also discuss getting the USWNT call to camp and the takeaways she'll be bringing to club, her favorite offseason moments overseas, and how year two with Gotham feels different. And they also chat about leadership, her off-the-pitch routines, and what she wants people to know is coming in 2025 that she'll be bringing to the table. 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

Kathleen McNamee is joined by Karen Duggan and Scarlett Herron to react to the release of the FAI's plan for women and girls' football as well as Hannah Dingley's first media appearance since taking over the role of head of women and girls' football. The COYGIG Pod on Off The Ball is in association with Cadbury, the official snack partner to the Republic of Ireland’s Women’s National Team. #CadburySupporterAndAHalf | @CadburyIreland

The FAI's head of women and girls football Hannah Dingley sits down with Nathan Murphy to talk through the action plan launched today. Football on Off The Ball with William Hill

Lisa Carlin, Darian Jenkins, and Jessica McDonald give all their respective predictions for the upcoming 2025 NWSL campaign from Golden Boot Winner to NWSL Champion. Additionally, Lo LaBonta joins the show for her first appearance as a new member of Attacking Third. 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

Kieran returns to share his pitch to NWSL front offices about some partnership opportunities with American Soccer Analysis! Then we dive into the ins and outs of the Utah Royals. They've brought in some very enticing players. Is it enough to make them playoff contenders? Will standouts like Ally Sentnor and Mandy McGlynn level up or regress? And how many ways can three people proncounce Jimmy Coenraets's last name? Join our Patreon for only $6/month ($60/year) to get all of our exclusive bonus content! Art by Eli Elbogen Music by Devin Drobka's Bell Dance Songs Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Christian Polanco and Alexis Guerreros react to Arsenal’s draw against Manchester United that effectively ends the title race in March. Christian and Alexis then bring on KC Current midfielder and celebration queen, Lo’Eau Labonta to preview the upcoming NWSL season as well as her incredible in-game celebrations. Later, Christian and Alexis break down another MLS weekend including the LA Galaxy making history already this season, but in a bad way.

Lianne Sanderson is joined by none other than Pele’s goddaughter, Victoria Brito! The pair get stuck into their shared love of football, what it was like being trained by Pele as a youngster and why Brazil have failed to achieve silverware in recent years. Plus, Uma Gurav joins the show to break down a huge weekend of FA Cup quarter-final ties. You’ll also hear from NWSL star Jordan Angeli to discuss the Denver team - and Lianne reacts to the news that the Home Nations are bidding for the Women’s World Cup! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.