Football Spotlight

Broadcaster and U.S Women's National Team legend Aly Wagner chats about making history as the first woman to work as an analyst during a Men's World Cup for American TV. She also discusses meeting some well known coaches in England to help her prepare for the World Cup in Russia, as well as her views on female broadcasters. Of course, we speak about her time as a player too. In addition, much like all these podcasts, we ask Aly to bring a significant match from her career, under the spotlight.

New West Ham Head Coach Matt Beard chats about his new venture with the Hammers, as well as a difficult end to his time at the Boston Breakers. In addition, like all these podcasts, we ask Matt to bring a significant match from his career, under the spotlight.

FFC Frankfurt and Netherlands midfielder Jackie Groenen chats about winning last years European Championships on home soil, one year on. The 23-year-old discusses the journey from the opening game, to how her life changed after the final, which included meeting Royalty. She also discusses her growing role for her club, and much like all of these podcasts, we asked her to bring a signifcant game from her caereer, under the spotlight.

Iceland international Dagny Brynjatsdottir opens up about her recent pregnancy and continuing to train while carrying baby boy, Brynjar. She also discusses her time with the Portland Thorns, and the continuing growth of the Iceland National Team. In addition, like all these podcasts, we ask Dagny to bring a signifcant match from her career, under the spotlight.

North Carolina Courage forward and U.S legend Heather O'Reilly chats about her career coming full circle as she ends up back where it all started. She discusses the recent ICC Tournament in Miami, as well as looking back at her time with Arsenal. In addition, much like all these podcasts, we asked 'HAO' to bring a signifcant match from her career, under the spotlight.

Kieran and JJ look back at the main talking points in women's football over the last few weeks, before reminiscing over the last five years as Women's Soccer Zone says goodbye.

One of the world's best returns to Women's Soccer Zone in the latest of our 1-2-1 podcasts. Ada Hegerberg is still only 22 but is gunning for her third Champions League title next week after claiming her fourth French league title at the weekend. She discusses the big match with Wolfsburg in Kyiv, but also looks back at her season, and the role her family has played during her career.

Things are good for Abby Erceg at present. Her club the North Carolina Courage is undefeated so far in the NWSL, while New Zealand Football has announced a historic Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) for its women's team. Abby explains all.

After a while away JJ and Kieran are back for one of the final podcasts before we say goodbye to Women's Soccer Zone.  They discuss Champions League semi-finals, FA WSL, NWSL and some awards that have been handed out recently.

The NWSL season is just days away so JJ and Kieran look ahead to the 2018 campaign, covering all nine clubs and making a few predictions along the way. There are also interviews with Chicago's Arin Gilliland and Washington's Tori Huster.

It has been a busy few weeks since the last podcast as JJ and Kieran take a look back at the SheBelieves Cup, Algarve Cup and Cyprus Cup. There is also chat about the upcoming UEFA Women's Champions League quarter-finals, the final of the Continental Cup, and the current situation surrounding US forward, Christen Press.

Kieran catches up with US National Team Midfielder Morgan Brian just a few weeks after joining French giants, Lyon.

JJ and Kieran return to bring listeners up to date with the latest in the FA WSL, while there has also been some activity in France to discuss. There have been a number of moves in the NWSL to discuss, and going back to our old formal of having a couple of interviews, we speak to Juventus midfielder Katie Zelem about settling into life in Italy, and Austria international Sarah Zadrazil about the #WePlayStrong campaign.

Two major events dominate the show this week as England finally unveil Phil Neville as their new Head Coach, and you can hear from him on the podcast. In addition, we speak to respected national journalist Glenn Moore and get his take on the appointment. JJ and Kieran then discuss the sad folding of the Boston Breakers, who after financial problems, are no more. The pair discuss the their memories of the club, while also reviewing the dispersal draft.

JJ and Kieran discuss the day's activity in Philly as 40 players are selected out of the US College system into the National Women's Soccer League. Here you can here from some of those drafted, as well as some of the coaches involved. There's also some audio with MD of Operations for the NWSL, Amanda Duffy, who has some updates on the league.

JJ is joined by former guest on the show and sometimes Women's Soccer Zone contributor Jen Gordon as they look ahead to next week's NWSL College Draft in Philadelphia.  There's also a chat with draft prospect Morgan Ferrera, who has been playing at the University of Central Florida (UCF).

Welcome to the first podcast of 2018 as JJ and Kieran discuss the latest round of the FA Women's Super League, as well as some of the main news bits from Europe. They discuss Hope Solo and her controversial appearance on a US podcast, while there's chat on a bumper trade in the NWSL. We finish off with an interview with Arizona State's Jemma Purfield, who is going into her final year in the PAC 12 - but has already played in the FA WSL. All this, and more.

Our latest 1-2-1 features Republic of Ireland Head Coach, Colin Bell. Colin speaks about his first ten months in charge, the differences between coaching a club and country, and amongst other things, how he masterminded he side's 0-0 draw away in the Netherlands last month.

Laura Harvey returns to the show and gives insight into her decision to join the new NWSL franchise, the Utah Royals. She also talks about her memories of Seattle, as well as coaching the likes of Hope Solo and Jess Fishlock.

JJ and Kieran discuss the big news out of England with 17 clubs confirmed for the new look professional and semi-professional divisions that will kick off next season. Kieran speaks to Yeovil Town Head Coach Jamie Sherwood, whose club will be in the top tier, very much against the odds. There's also chat about a bizarre game involving Wolfsburg and Bayern Munich in Germany, the final of the NCAA College Cup between Stanford and UCLA, while Kieran speaks to Salt Lake based journalist Maddie Lee about the city's new NWSL franchise, the Utah Royals.

JJ and Kieran return to talk about the big news in the NWSL with Real Salt Lake joining the league (name of women's team to be confirmed) in the place of FC Kansas City. We're joined by former Kansas City Star reporter Ashley Scoby to discuss the folding of FCKC. There's chat on the Women's Champions League, the latest on the situation with Denmark, and we also chat to Tom Marshall, a British journalist based in Mexico about the Liga MX Femenil (Mexican League).

JJ and Kieran discuss the managerial changes at Seattle Reign and FC Kansas City. They are review the latest Champions League matches, while both get a bit heated on the FA WSL application process for the new league next year. Finally, they look at the double header between the USWNT and Canada - Kieran has a moan about a long journey for Emily Sonnett.

JJ and Kieran return to discuss the FIFA Best Awards, which created more talking points for the bad rather than the good.  There's a managerial departure to discuss, as well as World Cup qualifiers in Europe and the conclusion of the NWSL.

A chat in New Orleans ahead of the #USWNT's fixture with South Korea. Alex discusses her current hot run of form, as well as the Orlando Pride and her short stay in Lyon.

JJ and Kieran take a look back at the NWSL Championship Game and get some brief reaction from Dagny Brynjarsdottir and Nadia Nadim. They also review the UEFA Women's Champions league Round of 32, and the situation that continues to rumble on with the Danish Federation and its players.

Kieran is joined by colleagues from Equalizer Soccer, Dan Lauletta and Allison Lee, as they discuss the main talking points ahead of the NWSL Championship Game.

The North Carolina Courage and the Portland Thorns go into tomorrow's Championship Game with no clear favourite. The Media Day ahead of the game gave Women's Soccer Zone an opportunity to speak with some of the players from both sides who could be involved tomorrow. From the Courage you'll here from: Sam Mewis Stephanie Ochs Abby Dahlkemper Denise O'Sullivan And from the Thorns: Amandine Henry (and Celeste Boureille) Dagny Brynjarsdottir Ashleigh Sykes Hayley Raso

JJ and Kieran have plenty to discuss as they look at the contrasting situations in Brazil and Norway. They cover the UEFA Women's Champions league round of 32 first legs, the proposed change of the FA WSL, and review the NWSL Championship play-off semi-finals.

Part two of Episode 54 sees JJ and Kieran discuss the recent FIFA Best finalists, that were confirmed last week. The pair also chat about recent FIFA World Cup qualifiers, the USA's double header with New Zealand, and the now confirmed play-off teams for the NWSL.

JJ and Kieran speak about the controversial departure of England coach Mark Sampson following his dismissal last week. But he is not the only coach who has departed their position as Emily Lima also lost her job recently after a poor run of results with Brazil. There are also issues in Argentina, but France have a new coach following the departure of Olivier Echouafni. On the plus side, the FA Women's Super League is underway, with the opening fixtures taking place this past weekend.

Latest episode is packed as always with chat about the latest federation and player dispute, while there is good news for the Australian Matildas. We review the #UWCL Round of 32, look ahead to the new FAWSL season, and catch up on the latest from the NWSL.

JJ and Kieran return for a packed show that covers everything from disputes with football authorities to transfers and major awards. We also look at the latest goings on in the NWSL, and finish off with a chat with writer and author Gwendolyn Oxenham about her new book.

Seattle Reign and USA forward Megan Rapinoe talks to Kieran about her incredible form in 2017, which has recently been halted by injury. The former guest on the show also talks about the changing faces in the National Team, as well as being involved in one of the greatest NWSL matches in history.

Special edition taken from a recent event featuring some England legends of the past. Marieanne Spacey, Claire Taylor, Karen Walker and Sian Williams joined She Kicks Magazine Editor Jen O'Neill on stage at a recent charity event to talk about their careers and time playing for their respective club and countries.

Kieran and JJ round up the Women's EUROs, looking at the final and giving their views on the tournament as a whole. There's reaction from players on both teams, while we also hear from a few fans of Holland Denmark on what reaching the final means for their teams. The duo conclude by briefly discussing the recent Tournament of Nations in the U.S.

A look back at the group stages at the Women's EUROs and some of the players that have stood out.

The 50th episode of #WoSoZone sees JJ and Kieran discuss the upcoming EURO's, while for the second half of the show they are joined by a special guest to talk NWSL. If that wasn't enough, there's an interview with one of the player's shining bright in the world of women's soccer currently - Sky Blue and Australia star Sam Kerr. NOTE: Episode recorded before issues with proposed EUROs guide - we sincerely apologise.

The latest in the series of 1-2-1 podcasts sees JJ speak with Portland Thorns defender Kendall Johnson about overcoming concussions, life in Portland, and her side project Arrow Living.

Kieran and JJ divide the podcast in half this week, reviewing the final of the UEFA Women's Champions League and looking back at the FA WSL Spring Series.

Kieran and JJ discuss the BBC Women's Footballer of the Year Award, with the winner announced this week, while they also look ahead to this week's UEFA Women's Champions League Final. There's also discussion on an odd decision by Wolfsburg, goings on in Houston, and a big signing for Arsenal Ladies. Plus much, much more.

Kieran and JJ discuss the Women's FA Cup Final and we hear from Manchester City's Megan Campbell following her club's triumph. There's also a chat with Campbell's Ireland teammate Louise Quinn about her move to Arsenal Ladies following the folding of Notts County Ladies. We cover off the WSL Spring Series and venture into Europe, and we finish off with an interview with two young Sky Blue fans doing great things to raise money for Soccer Without Borders.

Former Canada international Kaylyn Kyle speaks to Kieran about the decision over retirement, as well her time on the national team and in the NWSL. Kyle opens up about the many highs in her career, but also some of the difficulties she faced.

JJ and Kieran have plenty to discuss as the folding of Notts County Ladies dominates the conversation, as does Liverpool Ladies and their forgetful kit man. There's NWSL chat, a look at the UEFA Women's Champions League, and a review of the draw for UEFA qualifying for the Women's World Cup in France.

2017 NWSL Season Preview looking at the Washington Spirit.

2017 NWSL Season Preview looking at Sky Blue FC.

NWSL 2017 Season Preview looking at the Seattle Reign.

2017 NWSL Season Preview looking at the Portland Thorns.

2017 NWSL Season Preview looking at the Orlando Pride.

NWSL 2017 Season Preview looking at the North Carolina Courage.

NWSL Season Preview looking at FC Kansas City