CHGO Chicago Red Stars Podcast

Since firing head coach Lorne Donaldson at the end of April, things haven't gotten any better for the Chicago Stars. In fact, they may haven only gotten worse. After a 0-0 draw in New Jersey, the Stars have lost their last three in a row and are adrift at the bottom of the NWSL table. Will things get better any time soon? Off the field, general manager Richard Feusz definitely said some stuff, Mallory Swanson is pregnant, and the Stars are going to play a game at Northwestern's ramshackle soccer-turned football lakefront stadium. It's a lot to get through, most of it not good, and Alex is once again joined by Lesley Ryder of Gal Pal Sports to go over it all. Oh, and did we mention Alyssa Naeher's hurt now?

Lorne Donaldson has been fired as head coach of Stars FC, in a surprising move that's shaking up the club. The CHGO Stars crew breaks down in this emergency pod to what led to Donaldson's dismissal, the team's recent performance, and what's next for the Stars. Who could be the next head coach, and how will this affect the squad in the future? Don't miss our full Stars FC coaching change analysis, reactions, and insider breakdown! 

Well, the Chicago Stars did win for the first time this season back on April 13th at Bay FC! Unfortunately they've lost the two since without scoring a single goal. Are the team's problem's fixable? Would even the return of Mallory Swanson do anything to help? Things don't get any easier with Gotham, the Spirit and Current all on tap in May. Then, Tara from the Scuffed Podcast and their recently launched ‘Boots on the Ground' podcast focusing on the US Women's National Team and the NWSL joins the show to check in on news and notes from the last month. An ALLCITY Network Production PARTY WITH US: https://bit.ly/3SRS03z ALL THINGS CHGO: https://linktr.ee/chgosports WATCH YOUR FAVORITE TEAMS: https://www.fubotv.com/chgo Empire Today: Schedule a free in-home estimate today! All listeners can receive a $350 OFF discount when they use the promo code CHGO. Restrictions apply. See https://empiretoday.com/chgo for details. Ray Auto Group: Get into your next vehicle with Ray Auto in Fox Lake! Ray Chevy: https://www.raychevrolet.com/ Ray CDJR: https://www.raycdjr.com/ Sunnyside Cannabis Dispensary: Head to https://sunnyside.shop and use code ‘HICHGO' at checkout for 50% off your first 3 online orders on our favorite brands like Cresco, Good News, & more to elevate your first purchase! Sunnyside* Cannabis Dispensary -Bright buys, every day. Only for 21+ or IL medical card holders Get Coors Light delivered straight to your door with Instacart by going to https://coorslight.com/CHGOGoal. Celebrate Responsibly. Coors Brewing Company, Golden, Colorado. Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code CHGO for $20 off your first purchase. When you shop through links in the description, we may earn affiliate commissions. Copyright Disclaimer under section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for “fair use” for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, education and research. Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statute that might otherwise be infringing. #ChicagoRedStars #RedStars #WithTheStars

Two games into the NWSL season and things couldn't be going much worse for the soccer team formerly known as the Chicago Red Stars. An underwhelming rebrand, lack of reinforcements and absent Mallory Swanson led into what's been a terrible start on the field. Alex recaps a drubbing in Orlando and blown lead at home before being joined by Lesley Ryder of Gal Pal Sports and Defector to commiserate.

Join the DIEHARDS for just $4 a month! https://www.allchgo.com/intro-offer-youtube A year removed from finishing in last place, the Chicago Red Stars are headed to the playoffs! While that is certainly worth celebrating, it hasn't happened because they've been playing well. Three losses in their last four games, with Ludmila suspended and Mallory Swanson struggling, leave the Red Stars in a strange position. Alex Campbell looks ahead to the postseason and at how lucky the Red Stars are to be a part of it on the CHGO Red Stars Podcast.

The Chicago Red Stars are at the midway point of the second half of the NWSL season, and right in the thick of the playoff race. After losing three straight, the Red Stars have won their last two games and sit in 6th place, four points above the playoff line. How have they been playing, and how are the big name summer signings getting on? What does the path to the playoffs look like? Also, the full NWSL Free Agency list has been confirmed for this offseason and the Red Stars have some decisions to make! Alex is joined by Lesley Ryder of Gal Pal Sports to chat all things CRS. An ALLCITY Network Production SUBSCRIBE TO THE EIGHTY FIVE WITH COLE KMET:    / @the85withcolekmet   PARTY WITH US: https://bit.ly/3SRS03z ALL THINGS CHGO: https://linktr.ee/chgosports WATCH YOUR FAVORITE TEAMS: https://www.fubotv.com/chgo Empire Today: Schedule a free in-home estimate today! All listeners can receive a $350 OFF discount when they use the promo code CHGO. Restrictions apply. See https://empiretoday.com/chgo for details. Ray Auto Group: Get into your next vehicle with Ray Auto in Fox Lake! Ray Chevy: https://www.raychevrolet.com/ Ray CDJR: https://www.raycdjr.com/ Sunnyside Cannabis Dispensary: Head to https://sunnyside.shop and use code ‘HICHGO' at checkout for 50% off your first 3 online orders on our favorite brands like Cresco, Good News, & more to elevate your first purchase! Sunnyside* Cannabis Dispensary -Bright buys, every day. Only for 21+ or IL medical card holders Get Coors Light delivered straight to your door with Instacart by going to https://coorslight.com/CHGOGoal. Celebrate Responsibly. Coors Brewing Company, Golden, Colorado. Visit http://chgo.cdone.com for affordable cleaning services near you - pick from an in-store or online pickup and delivery coupon options! Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code CHGO for $20 off your first purchase. When you shop through links in the description, we may earn affiliate commissions. Copyright Disclaimer under section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for “fair use” for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, education and research. Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statute that might otherwise be infringing. #ChicagoRedStars #RedStars #WithTheStars 

For the first time in 12 years, the United States Women's National Team are Olympic Gold Medalists! Red Stars players with pivotal, with Mallory Swanson leading the team in goals including the winner in the gold medal game and Alyssa Naeher making plenty of important saves. Alex is joined by CHGO Red Stars host emeritus Claire Watkins to break down the stars of the stars and stripes' triumph and check in on the Red Stars ahead of the resumption of NWSL play. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mallory Swanson is absolutely on fire as the Red Stars arrive at the Olympic break! Swanson's goals helped the Red Stars win their last two NWSL games, but the NWSL/Liga MX Summer Cup started sour with an injury to Sam Staab. Plus some USWNT Olympics chat! Alex is joined by Lesley Ryder of Gal Pal Sports to break it all down. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Chicago Red Stars have had an eventful last month, but it did not include any wins. While the soccer continues to be a struggle, the team did set a record on a historic night at Wrigley Field, Mal Swanson and Sam Staab shone under the international spotlight, and the team is fighting with the city of Bridgeview and a music festival. Alex is joined by Grant Dorsey of ‘Red Stars Report' to dive into a newsworthy, if not for soccer reasons, period for the Red Stars. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

With two wins and three losses (two of them at home) in the last month, the Chicago Red Stars have settled into the NWSL's mid tier. Is it enough to beat bad teams, or should fans expect more from the Red Stars in year one of this new era? Alex is joined by Joe Chatz to discuss that, as well as highlight some players who have stood out and others who have been conspicuously quiet. Finally, we round up the news around the NWSL. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Five games into the NWSL season, and the Chicago Red Stars have been shining so far, particularly on the road! We catch up on all the news from the last few weeks as the new era of the Red Stars continues to herald promise. Then, Lesley Ryder of Gal Pal Sports joins Alex to highlight the key performers for the team so far. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It's the return of the CHGO Red Stars Podcast, in concert with this past weekend's return of the NWSL! Alex is joined by Connor Moore to review the crazy busy offseason for the Red Stars (players out, players in, big hires), as well as break down the Red Stars week one away victory against the re-incarnation of the Utah Royals. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Chicago Red Stars are coming off of two losses against Gotham FC and Racing Louisville. This brings the Red Stars to some unfamiliar territories, like being in last place! Join Sandra Herrera and Claire Watkins for all things Chicago Red Stars! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Chicago Red Stars close out the first quarter of the season and begin their Challenge Cup group stage. Join Sandra Herrera and Claire Watkins for all things Chicago Red Stars! An ALLCITY Network Production WATCH YOUR FAVORITE TEAMS HERE: https://www.fubotv.com/chgo PARTY WITH US: https://bit.ly/3SRS03z  ALL THINGS CHGO: https://linktr.ee/chgosports  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Chicago Red Stars lose Mallory Swanson — out with torn patella tendon — but pick up their first win of the season against Kansas City. Join Sandra Herrera and Claire Watkins for all things Chicago Red Stars!  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Red Stars are back and Sandra Herrera and Claire Watkins recap the lengthy offseason and the first two games of the season.  WATCH YOUR FAVORITE TEAMS HERE: www.fubotv.com/chgo PARTY WITH US: https://bit.ly/3SRS03z  ALL THINGS CHGO: https://linktr.ee/chgosports  Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code CHGO for $20 off your first purchase. Visit https://dkng.co/chgo to sign up for DraftKings Sportsbook using the code “CHGO” Gambling Problem? Call 877-8-HOPENY/text HOPENY (467369) (NY), 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) (CO/IL/IN/LA/MD/MI/NJ/OH/PA/TN/WV/WY), 1-800-NEXT STEP (AZ), 1-800-522-4700 (KS/NH), 888-789-7777/visit ccpg.org (CT), 1-800-BETS OFF (IA), visit OPGR.org (OR), or 1-888-532-3500 (VA). 21+ (18+ NH/WY). Physically present in AZ/CO/CT/IL/IN/IA/KS/LA(select parishes)/MD/MI /NJ/ NY/OH/PA/TN/VA/WV/WY only. VOID IN ONT. Eligibility restrictions apply.  BONUS bets: Valid 1 per new customer. Min. $5 deposit. Min $5 bet. $200 issued as bonus bets that expire 7 days (168 hours) after being awarded.  See terms at sportsbook.draftkings.com/basketballlterms.  When you shop through links in the description, we may earn affiliate commissions.  Copyright Disclaimer under section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for “fair use” for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, education and research. Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statute that might otherwise be infringing. #ChicagoRedStars #RedStars #MKOT Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

After Yuki Nagasato was gifted an early goal, it looked like the Chicago Red Stars might advance in the NWSL playoffs, but they ran out of gas.Alex Morgan's extra time winner gave the San Diego Wave the win and, with that, the Red Stars grueling season ends. Sandra Herrera and Claire Watkins look at what's next on today's CHGO Red Stars Podcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Chicago Red Stars earned the final NWSL Playoff Spot with a win over Angel City this week? How far down the road can Mallory Pugh take this team? Also, Sandra and Claire react to the disturbing findings of the Yates Report and where the NWSL goes from here. Join Claire and Sandra on the CHGO Red Stars Podcast for all your Red Stars news.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Chicago has run out of second chances, with a final game against Angel City the possible decider of their playoff fate. After a demoralizing 3-0 loss to Portland that saw two key defenders ejected and in need of a little bit of help, will the Red Stars flip the script? Or have they let playoffs slip out of reach? Sandra Herrera and Claire Watkins get you pumped for elimination weekend on the CHGO Red Stars Podcast. BUY RED STARS TICKETS HERE: https://gametime.hnyj8s.net/c/3442941... When you shop through links in the description, we may earn affiliate commissions. #ChicagoRedStars #RedStars #MKOT Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Red Stars have two games remaining in the regular season and are holding onto the final playoff spot. Do they have enough to push through to a seventh consecutive playoffs? Sandra and Claire recap Chicago's recent loss to Houston and look ahead to Portland.  BUY RED STARS TICKETS HERE: https://gametime.hnyj8s.net/c/3442941... BUY TICKETS TO THE CHGO TAILGATE ON SEPTEMBER 25th! https://www.eventbrite.com/e/chgo-bea... When you shop through links in the description, we may earn affiliate commissions. #ChicagoRedStars #RedStars #MKOT Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Chicago have picked up points in their last three games, after drawing OL Reign 2-2 on the road, and demolishing the Kansas City Current 4-0 in their midweek matchup. Mallory Pugh is up to 10 goals and six assists this season, and playoffs look to be in sight. Can the Red Stars keep the momentum going against Houston? BUY RED STARS TICKETS HERE: https://gametime.hnyj8s.net/c/3442941... BUY TICKETS TO THE CHGO TAILGATE ON SEPTEMBER 25th! https://www.eventbrite.com/e/chgo-bea... When you shop through links in the description, we may earn affiliate commissions. #ChicagoRedStars #RedStars #MKOT Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Red Stars have five games left in the regular season, and every single game is going to matter for the team to finish above the playoff line. Sandra and Claire look at each opponent's strengths and weaknesses in Chicago's final playoff push on today's CHGO Red Stars Podcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Chicago found an emphatic way to get back on track, as Mal Pugh scored two goals with two assists and Yuki Nagasato notched a brace of her own against Racing Louisville last weekend. The Red Stars are still above the playoff line as we enter the international break, but can they stay there? Sandra and Claire break it down on the CHGO Red Stars Podcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sandra and Claire discuss Chicago's continued skid and another loss on the road against North Carolina Courage. The transfer window has officially closed, and the first ever free agency period for the NWSL begins. Can Chicago turn things around against Racing Louisville FC?  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Chicago lost their third match in four games last weekend, and Sandra Herrera and Claire Watkins are beginning to wonder if this is the moment the Red Stars begin to lose ground. They have North Carolina up next, in what's looking more and more like a must win. We'll discuss what we need to see in Saturday's match on today's episode of the CHGO Red Stars Podcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

There aren't many NWSL quite like the one we saw last weekend, as the Red Stars got back in the win column against Gotham FC. Chicago possessed well, and found some creativity in front of goal against a team that is struggling, and they'll take the three points before starting a four game road trip. Sandra Herrera and Claire Watkins break it down on the CHGO Red Stars podcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Red Stars didn't get the Soldier Field showcase they wanted, falling to the San Diego Wave 1-0 in a closely fought battle. Chicago has now lost two games in a row for the first time this season, and it's time to figure out what adjustments are needed to get back on track. Join Claire Watkins with special guest Theo Lloyd-Hughes as they get into what's going wrong on today's CHGO Red Stars Podcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Chicago didn't have a game last weekend, but that doesn't mean there isn't plenty to talk about: the Red Stars are headed for the city! Sandra Herrera and Claire Watkins sit down to talk what it means to play a doubleheader at Soldier Field with Alex Campbell of CHGO Fire, and what the team can do to make sure they walk away with a win on the CHGO Red Stars Podcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Red Stars' nine game unbeaten streak snapped last weekend, as Ebony Salmon and the Houston Dash ran all over Chicago in transition to win 4-1. The game could prove as a learning experience however, as the team tightens up to take on a playoff push. Join Sandra Herrera and Claire Watkins as they track down what they would tweak about the squad going into the final stretch Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What a week! Chicago extended their unbeaten streak in stoppage time against the North Carolina Courage, scoring two goals in less than five minutes to steal a point at home. International Red Stars are also having a good week, as Alyssa Naeher, Mal Pugh, and Bianca St-Georges have all qualified for the World Cup! Let Sandra Herrera and Claire Watkins be your guides to a wacky week in soccer. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Are the Red Stars Shield contenders? Breaking down a 3-0 win over Gotham Chicago got goals from Sarah Luebbert, Vanessa DiBernardo, and Ella Stevens in a big win over Gotham FC last weekend. They haven't lost a game in eight straight matches, and are beginning to look like the real deal, even with internationals away. Sandra Herrera and Claire Watkins break down the win, preview their next match against North Carolina, and chat world cup qualifying.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We're pivoting from our original show plans this morning, and are having more of an open chat between our hosts Sandra Herrera and Claire Watkins, to process the Supreme Court decision to reverse Roe v. Wade, news certainly relevant to any angle of women's soccer coverage. We also close the episode out with a little Chicago Red Stars specific talk

Mallory Pugh's scoring streak continues, and the Red Stars grinded out a 1-0 win over the Orlando Pride on the weekend, extending their unbeaten streak to six games. They have one more match before the international break, and they're once again going to have to rely on the bench. Join Claire Watkins alongside Emily and Lesley of Gal Pal Sports as they break it down on the CHGO Red Stars Podcast.

Mallory Pugh led the team to a big win over OL Reign on the weekend, and the defense held firm on Wednesday in a 0-0 draw against the Washington Spirit. The Red Stars have almost survived the most difficult part of their season - can they make it six straight without a loss against Orlando? Sandra Herrera and Claire Watkins talk through it all on the CHGO Red Stars Podcast

The Red Stars had two games this week, one a 2-2 draw against the Portland Thorns and the other a 1-1 draw against the Washington Spirit. Chicago is showing serious signs of life in the middle of a busy week, but should we think of these results as points earned, or points dropped? Sandra Herrera and Claire Watkins break it down.

Mallory Pugh and The Chicago Red Stars got their biggest win of the young season in a comprehensive takedown of the Orlando Pride. Sandra Herrera and Claire Watkins are here to talk through young players taking steps forward, with the help of a superstar. However, facing Portland this upcoming Saturday presents a new challenge

Chicago fell to San Diego 2-1 last week, but they won't have much time to dwell on the loss as they take another trip away from the city, this time to face the Orlando Pride. They'll hopefully have some help, with injury status news trending in the right direction, Join Sandra and Claire as they talk all things Red Stars

Chicago's got some help coming, but this weekend the mainstays of the early season are going to have to carry the load. We've got updates on Pugh, Gautrat, Dawber, and Luebbert, and take a look at what the Red Stars' matchup against San Diego might look like

Hey Red Stars fans! It's the first episode of the CHGO Red Stars podcast. Our hosts Sandra Herrera and Claire Watkins sat down to talk through Chicago's Challenge Cup group stage, a new look at the roster, some real garbage Chicago weather and the team's 2-1 win over Racing Louisville