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Informal chat shining a light on individuals with insightful stories from the women's game.

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    • Aug 26, 2018 LATEST EPISODE
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    Aly Wagner

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 26, 2018 49:59


    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.

    Matt Beard

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 25, 2018 40:24


    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.

    Jackie Groenen

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 24, 2018 45:06


    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.

    Dagny Brynjarsdottir

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 23, 2018 25:28


    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.

    Heather O'Reilly

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 22, 2018 43:24


    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.

    Women's Soccer Zone - The Last Episode

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 8, 2018 75:02


    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.

    Women's Soccer Zone - 1-2-1 with Lyon Forward Ada Hegerberg

    Play Episode Listen Later May 14, 2018 29:48


    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.

    Women's Soccer Zone - 1-2-1 with NC Courage and New Zealand defender Abby Erceg

    Play Episode Listen Later May 8, 2018 18:43


    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.

    Women's Soccer Zone - Episode 65

    Play Episode Listen Later May 1, 2018 49:46


    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.

    Women's Soccer Zone - 2018 NWSL Season Preview

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 19, 2018 82:24


    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.

    Women's Soccer Zone - Episode 64

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 16, 2018 62:41


    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.

    Women's Soccer Zone - 1-2-1 with Lyon and US Midfielder Morgan Brian

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 22, 2018 27:57


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

    Women's Soccer Zone - Episode 63

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 12, 2018 59:46


    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.

    Women's Soccer Zone - Episode 62

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 31, 2018 70:22


    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.

    Women's Soccer Zone - 2018 NWSL College Draft Review

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 18, 2018 75:35


    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.

    Women's Soccer Zone - 2018 NWSL College Draft Preview

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 12, 2018 44:50


    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).

    Women's Soccer Zone - Episode 61

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 8, 2018 70:30


    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.

    Women's Soccer Zone - 1-2-1 with Republic of Ireland Head Coach Colin Bell

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 21, 2017 48:12


    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.

    Women's Soccer Zone - 1-2-1 with Utah Royals Head Coach Laura Harvey

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 18, 2017 36:40


    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.

    Women's Soccer Zone - Episode 60

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 13, 2017 54:35


    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.

    Women's Soccer Zone - Episode 59

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 27, 2017 53:06


    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).

    Women's Soccer Zone - Episode 58

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 14, 2017 56:13


    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.

    Women's Soccer Zone - Episode 57

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 26, 2017 48:06


    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.

    Women's Soccer Zone - 1-2-1 with Alex Morgan

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 20, 2017 25:24


    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.

    Women's Soccer Zone - Episode 56

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 17, 2017 38:48


    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.

    Women's Soccer Zone - NWSL Championship Final Preview

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 14, 2017 26:18


    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.

    Women's Soccer Zone - NWSL Championship Media Day 2017

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 13, 2017 29:47


    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

    Women's Soccer Zone - Episode 55

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 10, 2017 71:46


    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.

    Women's Soccer Zone - Episode 54.2

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 29, 2017 45:40


    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.

    Women's Soccer Zone - Episode 54.1

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 26, 2017 57:37


    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.

    Women's Soccer Zone - Episode 53

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 14, 2017 56:00


    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.

    Women's Soccer Zone - Episode 52

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 29, 2017 61:58


    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.

    Women's Soccer Zone - 1-2-1 with Megan Rapinoe

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 24, 2017 24:50


    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.

    Women's Soccer Zone - She Kicks Back: Four Legends Take Us Back

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 23, 2017 52:04


    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.

    Women's Soccer Zone - Episode 51

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 8, 2017 66:54


    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.

    Women's Soccer Zone - EURO 2017 Group Review

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 28, 2017 73:57


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

    Women's Soccer Zone - Episode 50

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 7, 2017 64:32


    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.

    Women's Soccer Zone: 1-2-1 with Portland Thorns Defender Kendall Johnson

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 15, 2017 29:22


    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.

    Women's Soccer Zone - Episode 49

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 7, 2017 58:48


    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.

    Women's Soccer Zone: 1-2-1 with U.S High Performance Coach Dawn Scott

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 6, 2017 38:47


    Women's Soccer Zone - Episode 48

    Play Episode Listen Later May 31, 2017 54:54


    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.

    Women's Soccer Zone - Episode 47

    Play Episode Listen Later May 18, 2017 63:03


    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.

    Women's Soccer Zone: 1-2-1 with Kaylyn Kyle

    Play Episode Listen Later May 3, 2017 38:49


    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.

    Women's Soccer Zone - Episode 46

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 27, 2017 58:21


    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.

    Women's Soccer Zone - 2017 NWSL Preview: Washington Spirit

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 7, 2017 25:27


    2017 NWSL Season Preview looking at the Washington Spirit.

    Women's Soccer Zone - 2017 NWSL Preview: Sky Blue FC

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 7, 2017 27:55


    2017 NWSL Season Preview looking at Sky Blue FC.

    Women's Soccer Zone - 2017 NWSL Preview: Seattle Reign

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 7, 2017 29:11


    NWSL 2017 Season Preview looking at the Seattle Reign.

    Women's Soccer Zone - 2017 NWSL Preview: Portland Thorns

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 7, 2017 26:27


    2017 NWSL Season Preview looking at the Portland Thorns.

    Women's Soccer Zone - 2017 NWSL Preview: Orlando Pride

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 7, 2017 25:45


    2017 NWSL Season Preview looking at the Orlando Pride.

    Women's Soccer Zone - 2017 NWSL Preview: North Carolina Courage

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 7, 2017 25:11


    NWSL 2017 Season Preview looking at the North Carolina Courage.

    Women's Soccer Zone - 2017 NWSL Preview: FC Kansas City

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 7, 2017 26:16


    NWSL Season Preview looking at FC Kansas City

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