Red Stars Report

Sometimes a draw can feel like a win, other times it can feel like a draw. With how tough of a season it has been, a draw will always feel like a win because points are so rare, but it really felt like Chicago should've had this one, if not for some questionable refereeing and poor defensive positioning. Ally Schle-Goal from 34.4 yards out. Absolute banger of a goal. "OH MY GOD" as Jill Loyden would say. Her celebration was also a nod to Chicago Cubs centerfielder Pete Crow-Armstrong's homer celebration and I didn't even realize it while recording this podcast. Such a cool connection though. The club couldn't hold the lead, but a point is a point and we''ll move on soon, but first listen to LT and Liz rant about the refs, which we rarely do.   Lorne Donaldson Out as Head Coach of Chicago Stars FC https://www.redstarsreport.com/p/lorne-donaldson-out-as-head-coach Chicago Stars GM Richard Feuz On Lorne Donaldson Dismissal https://www.redstarsreport.com/p/chicago-stars-gm-richard-feuz-on Hear from players ahead of the 2025 season in our Media Day Special: https://youtu.be/LFCdsjejTvM?si=yekEAhyGGmF1b1_2 Watch new episodes each Tuesdays at 6am CT! Bea Franklin Interview: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZPQak-ajhOY Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/RedStarsReport Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/redstarsreport Follow us on all other platforms: https://linktr.ee/redstarsreport Join our Community on Discord: https://bit.ly/discord-invite-rsr  2025 Roster Update Spreadsheet: bit.ly/crs-roster-update

We're Back! But it's to cover another loss… However! Air Groom has taken flight! Woo!! LT and Liz breakdown the match, while also looking forward to the future as new information has come out regarding the Stars potential move to Northwestern's campus (Temporarily).   Lorne Donaldson Out as Head Coach of Chicago Stars FC https://www.redstarsreport.com/p/lorne-donaldson-out-as-head-coach Chicago Stars GM Richard Feuz On Lorne Donaldson Dismissal https://www.redstarsreport.com/p/chicago-stars-gm-richard-feuz-on   Hear from players ahead of the 2025 season in our Media Day Special: https://youtu.be/LFCdsjejTvM?si=yekEAhyGGmF1b1_2   Watch new episodes each Tuesdays at 6am CT! Bea Franklin Interview: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZPQak-ajhOY Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/RedStarsReport Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/redstarsreport Follow us on all other platforms: https://linktr.ee/redstarsreport Join our Community on Discord: https://bit.ly/discord-invite-rsr  2025 Roster Update Spreadsheet: bit.ly/crs-roster-update

Liz is back!  Chicago may have lost to Washington Spirit 3-2, but the match was overall a net positive in our minds. There's a lot to talk about, so join us for the breakdown! Lorne Donaldson Out as Head Coach of Chicago Stars FC https://www.redstarsreport.com/p/lorne-donaldson-out-as-head-coach Chicago Stars GM Richard Feuz On Lorne Donaldson Dismissal https://www.redstarsreport.com/p/chicago-stars-gm-richard-feuz-on   Hear from players ahead of the 2025 season in our Media Day Special: https://youtu.be/LFCdsjejTvM?si=yekEAhyGGmF1b1_2 Watch new episodes each Tuesdays at 6am CT! Bea Franklin Interview: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZPQak-ajhOY Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/RedStarsReport Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/redstarsreport Follow us on all other platforms: https://linktr.ee/redstarsreport Join our Community on Discord: https://bit.ly/discord-invite-rsr  2025 Roster Update Spreadsheet: bit.ly/crs-roster-update

Joe Chatz of On Tap Sports Net joins LT on the podcast this week! In their first match since the dismissal of Lorne Donaldson as head coach, the Chicago Stars have earned a point against one of the better teams in the league, Gotham FC.  An impressive defensive display against one of the best offenses in the league is what held Chicago to the end, but another poor attacking effort looms over the club's future.  LT and Joe Chatz share their thoughts on the firing of Donaldson, what the club changed under Masaki Hemmi as interim head coach, and how this club could improve offensively in the coming weeks.   Lorne Donaldson Out as Head Coach of Chicago Stars FC https://www.redstarsreport.com/p/lorne-donaldson-out-as-head-coach Chicago Stars GM Richard Feuz On Lorne Donaldson Dismissal https://www.redstarsreport.com/p/chicago-stars-gm-richard-feuz-on Hear from players ahead of the 2025 season in our Media Day Special https://youtu.be/LFCdsjejTvM?si=yekEAhyGGmF1b1_2 Watch new episodes each Tuesdays at 6am CT! Bea Franklin Interview: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZPQak-ajhOY Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/RedStarsReport Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/redstarsreport Follow us on all other platforms: https://linktr.ee/redstarsreport Join our Community on Discord: https://bit.ly/discord-invite-rsr  2025 Roster Update Spreadsheet: bit.ly/crs-roster-update

The Chicago Stars continue their losing ways with another loss at home. While the defense has to try to maintain a scoreless match for 90 minutes, the offense isn't doing them any favors by continuing to go scoreless in matches.  LT and Liz break it all down and share their thoughts on why they think things broke down near the end of the match. Hear from players ahead of the 2025 season in our Media Day Special: https://youtu.be/LFCdsjejTvM?si=yekEAhyGGmF1b1_2 Watch new episodes each Tuesdays at 6am CT! Bea Franklin Interview: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZPQak-ajhOY Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/RedStarsReport Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/redstarsreport Follow us on all other platforms: https://linktr.ee/redstarsreport Join our Community on Discord: https://bit.ly/discord-invite-rsr  2025 Roster Update Spreadsheet: bit.ly/crs-roster-update

The Chicago Stars are back in the loss column after conceding a PK in the 99th minute against the Utah Royals. A match between two struggling teams was a struggle to watch.  LT and Liz take a look at why the offense struggled to score and how the defense held Utah scoreless until the very end. Hear from players ahead of the 2025 season in our Media Day Special: https://youtu.be/LFCdsjejTvM?si=yekEAhyGGmF1b1_2 Watch new episodes each Tuesdays at 6am CT! Bea Franklin Interview: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZPQak-ajhOY Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/RedStarsReport Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/redstarsreport Follow us on all other platforms: https://linktr.ee/redstarsreport Join our Community on Discord: https://bit.ly/discord-invite-rsr  2025 Roster Update Spreadsheet: bit.ly/crs-roster-update

The Chicago Stars have won their first match of the 2025 season, and it came at the feet of Ludmila, who scored a brace for the first time in her NWSL career. LT and Liz breakdown the match, what they believed worked better this match than the previous three, and where the club still needs improvement. It was a win, but it wasn't an easy or clean one.  Hear from players ahead of the 2025 season in our Media Day Special: https://youtu.be/LFCdsjejTvM?si=yekEAhyGGmF1b1_2 Watch new episodes each Tuesdays at 6am CT! Bea Franklin Interview: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZPQak-ajhOY Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/RedStarsReport Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/redstarsreport Follow us on all other platforms: https://linktr.ee/redstarsreport Join our Community on Discord: https://bit.ly/discord-invite-rsr  2025 Roster Update Spreadsheet: bit.ly/crs-roster-update

After a week off from the podcast, LT and Liz are back to do a short recap of the loss against Louisville, but the most exciting part of the week has been Micayla Johnson's matches with the U.S. U-17 Youth National Team. LT and Liz are ready to talk all things MJ. Julia Grosso and Ludmila are also still competing on the international stage and performing well. We recap what they've been up to in their matches. We also share what we're hoping to see this weekend against Bay FC. Hear from players ahead of the 2025 season in our Media Day Special: https://youtu.be/LFCdsjejTvM?si=yekEAhyGGmF1b1_2   Watch new episodes each Tuesdays at 6am CT! Bea Franklin Interview: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZPQak-ajhOY Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/RedStarsReport Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/redstarsreport Follow us on all other platforms: https://linktr.ee/redstarsreport Join our Community on Discord: https://bit.ly/discord-invite-rsr  2025 Roster Update Spreadsheet: bit.ly/crs-roster-update

Another loss for the Stars and another podcast where LT and Liz have to talk about it. But don't worry, they spend a lot of time talking about the club and its future too. They also preview the match against Louisville, who are missing a few top players heading into this weekend's match. Hear from players ahead of the 2025 season in our Media Day Special: https://youtu.be/LFCdsjejTvM?si=yekEAhyGGmF1b1_2   Watch new episodes each Tuesdays at 6am CT! Bea Franklin Interview: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZPQak-ajhOY Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/RedStarsReport Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/redstarsreport Follow us on all other platforms: https://linktr.ee/redstarsreport Join our Community on Discord: https://bit.ly/discord-invite-rsr  2025 Roster Update Spreadsheet: bit.ly/crs-roster-update

The Chicago Stars played their first match under their new name on opening night of the NWSL season. So, what happened that lead to a historic 6-0 loss to the Orlando Pride? LT and Liz break it all down, but because we are LT and Liz, we also discussed some bright spots from the Stars, such as their rookies and the return of Sam Staab. You can see Liz's recap of the match in written form at redstarsreport.com Hear from players ahead of the 2025 season in our Media Day Special: https://youtu.be/LFCdsjejTvM?si=yekEAhyGGmF1b1_2   Watch new episodes each Tuesdays at 6am CT! Bea Franklin Interview: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZPQak-ajhOY Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/RedStarsReport Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/redstarsreport Follow us on all other platforms: https://linktr.ee/redstarsreport Join our Community on Discord: https://bit.ly/discord-invite-rsr 2025 Roster Update Spreadsheet: bit.ly/crs-roster-update 

The 2025 Chicago Stars season is about to begin, and Red Stars Report has everything you need to prepare for the upcoming season! LT & Liz go over the roster moves of the offseason, make predictions on the 2025 season, and preview this Friday's opening match against Orlando Pride. Jon our free Discord community server for a chance to win a 2025 Chicago Stars Replica Secondary Kit. https://bit.ly/discord-invite-rsr  Hear from players ahead of the 2025 season in our Media Day Special: https://youtu.be/LFCdsjejTvM?si=yekEAhyGGmF1b1_2 Watch new episodes each Tuesdays at 6am CT! Bea Franklin Interview: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZPQak-ajhOY Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/RedStarsReport Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/redstarsreport Follow us on all other platforms: https://linktr.ee/redstarsreport Join our Community on Discord: https://bit.ly/discord-invite-rsr  2025 Roster Update Spreadsheet: bit.ly/crs-roster-update

LT sits down with Courtney Stegenga, Co-Lead Organizer for Chicago Local 134, the Official Independent Supporters Group of Chicago Stars FC. Some of you may be asking, "What is a supporters group? What do they do? How can I get involved?" Well, we're here to tell you! The 2025 NWSL season is about to go into full swing and the Chicago Stars Home Opener is March 23rd! Chicago Local 134 has lots of plans for the upcoming season, including a brunch tailgate and a new instrument for the supporters section? Learn more about Chicago Local 134 at ChicagoLocal134.com Hear from players ahead of the 2025 season in our Media Day Special: https://youtu.be/LFCdsjejTvM?si=yekEAhyGGmF1b1_2 Watch new episodes each Tuesdays at 6am CT! Bea Franklin Interview: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZPQak-ajhOY Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/RedStarsReport Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/redstarsreport Follow us on all other platforms: https://linktr.ee/redstarsreport Join our Community on Discord: https://bit.ly/discord-invite-rsr 2025 Roster Update Spreadsheet: bit.ly/crs-roster-update

The NWSL has released new kits for the 2025 season for all 14 clubs! So, how about we talk about them? LT & Liz give out grades for each kit and share their thoughts on each of them. This is a very long episode, but we go in depth with each and every kit, from the club's write-ups describing them to Liz changing her grades as she realizes she graded some of them too high. We have it all! Let us know your thoughts on each kit! And pay attention to our Discord Community as we'll be doing a giveaway for one of Chicago's new kits! 00:00 - Intro 03:31 - Angel City FC 10:11 - Bay FC 13:55 - LT's Love for Kits 14:33 - Chicago Stars FC 22:18 - Houston Dash 29:58 - KC Current 37:13 - NC Courage 40:47 - NJ/NY Gotham FC 50:53 - Orlando Pride 55:43 - Portland Thorns 01:02:31 - Racing Louisville 01:12:04 - San Diego Wave 01:20:20 - Seattle Reign 01:27:03 - Utah Royals 01:33:18 - Kit Sponsor Discussion 01:34:50 - Washington Spirit 01:42:05 - Final Thoughts 01:42:38 - Final Grades Summary 01:44:43 - Outro Hear from players ahead of the 2025 season in our Media Day Special: https://youtu.be/LFCdsjejTvM?si=yekEAhyGGmF1b1_2 Watch new episodes each Tuesdays at 6am CT! Bea Franklin Interview: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZPQak-ajhOY Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/RedStarsReport Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/redstarsreport Follow us on all other platforms: https://linktr.ee/redstarsreport Join our Community on Discord: https://bit.ly/discord-invite-rsr 2025 Roster Update Spreadsheet: bit.ly/crs-roster-update

We're back after a few weeks with a normal episode of news and updates regarding the Chicago Stars! Oh wait! We also have to talk about the 2025 secondary kit that was revealed! The Alter Ego Kit. We have updates on injured and absent players, news about the themed matches and giveaways this season, a new broadcast partner for the club, and how some Stars faired during the international window. Stick around to the end for our thoughts on the Alter Ego Kit and how you could have a chance to win one! Hear from players ahead of the 2025 season in our Media Day Special: https://youtu.be/LFCdsjejTvM?si=yekEAhyGGmF1b1_2 Watch new episodes each Tuesdays at 6am CT! Bea Franklin Interview: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZPQak-ajhOY Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/RedStarsReport Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/redstarsreport Follow us on all other platforms: https://linktr.ee/redstarsreport Join our Community on Discord: https://bit.ly/discord-invite-rsr 2025 Roster Update Spreadsheet: bit.ly/crs-roster-update

We were invited to Media Day this season! LT and other members of the media had the opportunity to talk to about half the roster during media in between their photoshoots. A variety of topics were discussed over the course of a four hour press conference. We hope you enjoy hearing from the players before the 2025 season gets underway! Want to know our thoughts on the club's rebrand? Check out our full discussion with the link below! https://youtu.be/ZnZmU7dly_I Watch new episodes each Tuesdays at 6am CT! Bea Franklin Interview: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZPQak-ajhOY Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/RedStarsReport Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/redstarsreport Follow us on all other platforms: https://linktr.ee/redstarsreport Join our Community on Discord: https://bit.ly/discord-invite-rsr 2025 Roster Update Spreadsheet: bit.ly/crs-roster-update

Preseason Roster? Information from the first day of training camp? Introductory Press Conference for Manaka Hayashi and Halle Mackiewicz? We have it all! LT & Liz spend most of the episode breaking down the information out of training camp and what it means for the club's season. Then, it's way too early opening day lineup predictions time! Stick around to the end of the show to hear from rookie midfielder Tanaka Hayashi and goalkeeper Halle Mackiewicz. Want to know our thoughts on the club's rebrand? Check out our full discussion with the link below! https://youtu.be/ZnZmU7dly_I Watch new episodes each Tuesdays at 6am CT! Bea Franklin Interview: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZPQak-ajhOY Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/RedStarsReport Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/redstarsreport Follow us on all other platforms: https://linktr.ee/redstarsreport Join our Community on Discord: https://bit.ly/discord-invite-rsr 2025 Roster Update Spreadsheet: bit.ly/crs-roster-update

We recorded this episode before the preseason roster release, so while you're listening, just know we are unaware of the Mallory Swanson news and the news of 5 of the 7 NRIs invited to camp. We have Micayla Johnson news though! LT and Liz talk about Chicago's first steps into the youth movement around the league, and what it means for the club's future. We also talk schedule and the schedule release video! Want to know our thoughts on the club's rebrand? Check out our full discussion with the link below! https://youtu.be/ZnZmU7dly_I   Watch new episodes each Tuesdays at 6am CT! Bea Franklin Interview: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZPQak-ajhOY Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/RedStarsReport Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/redstarsreport Follow us on all other platforms: https://linktr.ee/redstarsreport Join our Community on Discord: https://bit.ly/discord-invite-rsr 2024 Roster Update Spreadsheet: bit.ly/crs-roster-update

The signing of Manaka Hayashi? Re-signing Sarah Griffith? Alyssa Naeher winning yet another award? Yeah, there's finally news to talk about! Join LT & Liz this week as they breakdown the 2025 roster ahead of preseason and who they believe the club needs to bring into camp for preseason. Want to know our thoughts on the club's rebrand? Check out our full discussion with the link below! https://youtu.be/ZnZmU7dly_I Watch new episodes each Tuesdays at 6am CT! Bea Franklin Interview: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZPQak-ajhOY Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/RedStarsReport Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/redstarsreport Follow us on all other platforms: https://linktr.ee/redstarsreport Join our Community on Discord: https://bit.ly/discord-invite-rsr 2024 Roster Update Spreadsheet: bit.ly/crs-roster-update

Relatively slow news week, but there are some things to talk about, like Jameese Joseph getting called up to the USWNT Futures Camp! However, this is still an Ask Us Anything episode as well! You asked, we answered, again! And just had a great time doing it, as always. What do we think about the new ownership's first year? Who are our favorite NWSL players who never payed for the Red Stars? Find out on this week's episode! Want to know our thoughts on the club's rebrand? Check out our full discussion with the link below! https://youtu.be/ZnZmU7dly_I Watch new episodes each Tuesdays at 6am CT! Bea Franklin Interview: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZPQak-ajhOY Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/RedStarsReport Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/redstarsreport Follow us on all other platforms: https://linktr.ee/redstarsreport Join our Community on Discord: https://bit.ly/discord-invite-rsr 2024 Roster Update Spreadsheet: bit.ly/crs-roster-update

NWSL news is slow, and that can only mean one thing… Ask Us Anything! You asked, we answered, and just had a great time doing it.   Which retired player would we want to play for Chicago? When do we think the club will leave SeatGeek? Which club outside of Chicago is our favorite? Find out on this week's episode!   Want to know our thoughts on the club's rebrand? Check out our full discussion with the link below! https://youtu.be/ZnZmU7dly_I   Watch new episodes each Tuesdays at 6am CT! Bea Franklin Interview: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZPQak-ajhOY Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/RedStarsReport Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/redstarsreport Follow us on all other platforms: https://linktr.ee/redstarsreport Join our Community on Discord: https://bit.ly/discord-invite-rsr 2024 Roster Update Spreadsheet: bit.ly/crs-roster-update

It's award season! And the results of the Red Stars Report Community Player Awards shall be revealed! But even better, Only LT knows the results and we get to see Liz's honest, first time reaction to the results. Should be fun! Let us know who you voted for and why! Want to know our thoughts on the club's rebrand? Check out our full discussion with the link below! https://youtu.be/ZnZmU7dly_I Watch new episodes each Tuesdays at 6am CT! Bea Franklin Interview: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZPQak-ajhOY Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/RedStarsReport Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/redstarsreport Follow us on all other platforms: https://linktr.ee/redstarsreport Join our Community on Discord: https://bit.ly/discord-invite-rsr 2024 Roster Update Spreadsheet: bit.ly/crs-roster-update

Goodbyes are not easy, not just in everyday life but in sports. Whether they're your favorite player on the pitch or one who rides the bench but you love who they are as a person, players leaving your favorite team isn't fun. We have to talk about it though, and Chicago has about 9 or 10 players not returning for 2025. Chicago also added another goalkeeper, so at least we have new players to get to know on the club! And don't worry, LT and Liz didn't forget that this week was meant for the 2024 defensive line breakdown. It's all in there, so come join us on this episode of Red Stars Report! Want to know our thoughts on the club's rebrand? Check out our full discussion with the link below! https://youtu.be/ZnZmU7dly_I Watch new episodes each Tuesdays at 6am CT! Bea Franklin Interview: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZPQak-ajhOY Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/RedStarsReport Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/redstarsreport Follow us on all other platforms: https://linktr.ee/redstarsreport Join our Community on Discord: https://bit.ly/discord-invite-rsr 2024 Roster Update Spreadsheet: bit.ly/crs-roster-update

Are you ready to review the 2024 midfield with LT & Liz? This may be the most crucial line that needs improvement coming into 2025. Is it the personnel, the tactics, the formation? Let us know your thoughts! (Yes, the title of the episode is a The Lord of the Rings joke) Don't forget to vote for MVP as part of our Community Player Awards! Find a link below to cast your vote on all of the awards! VOTE NOW: Red Stars Report Community Player Awards! http://bit.ly/Vote-RSR Want to know our thoughts on the club's rebrand? Check out our full discussion with the link below! https://youtu.be/ZnZmU7dly_I Watch new episodes each Tuesdays at 6am CT! Bea Franklin Interview: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZPQak-ajhOY Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/RedStarsReport Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/redstarsreport Follow us on all other platforms: https://linktr.ee/redstarsreport Join our Community on Discord: https://bit.ly/discord-invite-rsr  2024 Roster Update Spreadsheet: bit.ly/crs-roster-update

We knew the day would eventually come when we'd say goodbye to Alyssa Naeher. After today's match, she is retiring from international soccer (Still playing for the Stars domestically). Liz and LT reminisce about Naeher's almost 10 year career on the U.S. Women's National Team and the impact she's had on fans, teammates, and others around the world. Share your favorite Alyssa moments with us in the comments or on our Discord server! Don't forget to vote for MVP as part of our Community Player Awards! Find a link below to cast your vote on all of the awards! VOTE NOW: Red Stars Report Community Player Awards! http://bit.ly/Vote-RSR Want to know our thoughts on the club's rebrand? Check out our full discussion with the link below! https://youtu.be/ZnZmU7dly_I   Watch new episodes each Tuesdays at 6am CT! Bea Franklin Interview: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZPQak-ajhOY Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/RedStarsReport Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/redstarsreport Follow us on all other platforms: https://linktr.ee/redstarsreport Join our Community on Discord: https://bit.ly/discord-invite-rsr  2024 Roster Update Spreadsheet: bit.ly/crs-roster-update

On this week's podcast, LT and Liz take a deeper look into the forward line, detailing each player's impact and contributions to the club this season. Let us know your thoughts on how the forwards performed this year, and don't forget to vote for Forward of the Year as part of our Community Player Awards! Find a link below to cast your vote on all of the awards! VOTE NOW: Red Stars Report Community Player Awards! http://bit.ly/Vote-RSR Want to know our thoughts on the club's rebrand? Check out our full discussion with the link below! https://youtu.be/ZnZmU7dly_I Watch new episodes each Tuesdays at 6am CT! Bea Franklin Interview: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZPQak-ajhOY Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/RedStarsReport Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/redstarsreport Follow us on all other platforms: https://linktr.ee/redstarsreport Join our Community on Discord: https://bit.ly/discord-invite-rsr  2024 Roster Update Spreadsheet: bit.ly/crs-roster-update

We're a week and a day late, but Liz finally hosts this week's episode of red Stars Report!  Liz and LT recap the last match of the Chicago Red Stars Era and take brief look into the details of this coming offseason, which players are free agents, and the areas the club needs to improve. Stay with us all offseason as we continue our coverage of Chicago Stars FC, including our upcoming community vote for player season awards and how you can vote! Want to know our thoughts on the club's rebrand? Check out our full discussion with the link below! https://youtu.be/ZnZmU7dly_I   Watch new episodes each Tuesdays at 6am CT! Bea Franklin Interview: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZPQak-ajhOY Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/RedStarsReport Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/redstarsreport Follow us on all other platforms: https://linktr.ee/redstarsreport Join our Community on Discord: https://bit.ly/discord-invite-rsr  2024 Roster Update Spreadsheet: bit.ly/crs-roster-update

The Chicago Red Stars have played their final match at SeatGeek Stadium before they become Chicago Stars FC. Unfortunately, the team could not overcome their ongoing issues of playing at home and fell 3-1 to Kansas City Current.  It was a tale of two halves, and LT and Liz will break down the differences, the tactical and personnel changes made after going down 3-0, and how that second half is important for this Friday's playoff match. Speaking of playoffs, Friday November 8th at 7pm CT, the Chicago Red Stars play Shield winners Orlando Pride in the quarterfinals of the NWSL playoffs! LT and Liz have a preview of the match! Want to know our thoughts on the club's rebrand? Check out our full discussion with the link below! https://youtu.be/ZnZmU7dly_I   Watch new episodes each Tuesdays at 6am CT! Bea Franklin Interview: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZPQak-ajhOY Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/RedStarsReport Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/redstarsreport Follow us on all other platforms: https://linktr.ee/redstarsreport Join our Community on Discord: https://bit.ly/discord-invite-rsr  2024 Roster Update Spreadsheet: bit.ly/crs-roster-update

Starting in the 2025 NWSL season, the Chicago Red Stars will be known as Chicago Stars FC. So, how are we feeling about the change? LT and Liz are joined by one of the original Red Stars Report community members, Jules, in a discussion about what the change means to them, the fans, and the club's future. All three have differing perspectives and thoughts on the new name, the new logo, and how this rebrand was executed. Let us know your thoughts on the rebrand in the comments or anywhere you interact with us in the community! Watch new episodes each Tuesdays at 6am CT! Bea Franklin Interview: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZPQak-ajhOY Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/RedStarsReport Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/redstarsreport Follow us on all other platforms: https://linktr.ee/redstarsreport Join our Community on Discord: https://bit.ly/discord-invite-rsr  2024 Roster Update Spreadsheet: bit.ly/crs-roster-update

Not a great performance by the Red Stars this week, but they maintain their 6th place on the table (for now) and move into the last match of the season. But first, seven internationals on the team have been called up to their country's teams for the international break!   LT & Liz spend maybe a little too much time discussing the double red card fight between Ludmila and Rosemonde Kouassi. What were your thoughts on the altercation? Let us know in the comments!   Liz also shares a story from her days as a soccer player and getting into an altercation with an opposing player.    Watch new episodes each Tuesdays at 6am CT! Bea Franklin Interview: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZPQak-ajhOY Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/RedStarsReport Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/redstarsreport Follow us on all other platforms: https://linktr.ee/redstarsreport Join our Community on Discord: https://bit.ly/discord-invite-rsr  2024 Roster Update Spreadsheet: bit.ly/crs-roster-update

The Chicago Red Stars may have dropped their 1st chance to clinch a playoff berth by losing 2-0 to Gotham FC. However, Washington Spirit winning 4-1 over Louisville did the job for Chicago! The Red Stars are in the playoffs! LT & Liz spend a good portion of the episode reflecting on what this playoff berth means for the club, then they get into the loss to Gotham. They laugh, we reminisce, they celebrate the foundation laid for this new era of the Red Stars. Watch new episodes each Tuesdays at 6am CT! Bea Franklin Interview: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZPQak-ajhOY Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/RedStarsReport Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/redstarsreport Follow us on all other platforms: https://linktr.ee/redstarsreport Join our Community on Discord: https://bit.ly/discord-invite-rsr  2024 Roster Update Spreadsheet: bit.ly/crs-roster-update

A loss and a win. Maybe we'll spend 5% of the episode on the loss and 95% on the win - sounds fair?   Even in a 2-0 win against Houston, LT and Liz have a few things they believe the team should clean up down this final stretch.   We also celebrate the re-signing of Alyssa Naeher to a new contract, her milestone minutes passed, and Shea Groom's milestone-filled weekend.   Watch new episodes each Tuesdays at 6am CT! Bea Franklin Interview: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZPQak-ajhOY Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/RedStarsReport Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/redstarsreport Follow us on all other platforms: https://linktr.ee/redstarsreport Join our Community on Discord: https://bit.ly/discord-invite-rsr  2024 Roster Update Spreadsheet: bit.ly/crs-roster-update

Another Win! Let's Go!!! 6th Place! Two Shutouts in a row! Ludmila first NWSL Goal! Hannah Anderson First NWSL Assist! Other Fun Things To Shout! LT & Liz break down the 1-0 win over San Diego Wave, Roster moves by the club, and preview this weekend's match against North Carolina Courage.  Watch new episodes each Tuesdays at 6am CT! Bea Franklin Interview: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZPQak-ajhOY Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/RedStarsReport Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/redstarsreport Follow us on all other platforms: https://linktr.ee/redstarsreport Join our Community on Discord: https://bit.ly/discord-invite-rsr  2024 Roster Update Spreadsheet: bit.ly/crs-roster-update

Not quite a complete performance by the Chicago Red Stars, but a win nonetheless! Ally Schlegel is back! Cari Roccaro is playing Center Back and Julia Grosso is finally in the defensive midfield. Things are looking up if the club can grow on this performance. Next up is San Diego in what would've been the Riot Fest match. Thankfully the team will comfortably take on the Wave in Bridgeview as originally scheduled. See you there! Watch new episodes each Tuesdays at 6am CT! Bea Franklin Interview: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZPQak-ajhOY Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/RedStarsReport Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/redstarsreport Follow us on all other platforms: https://linktr.ee/redstarsreport Join our Community on Discord: https://bit.ly/discord-invite-rsr  2024 Roster Update Spreadsheet: bit.ly/crs-roster-update

An announcement by Grant kicks off the episode. I want everyone to know how proud of Grant we are for everything they're building in their life and career.  On the Red Stars side, they've now lost 3 matches (regular season) in a row and LT and Liz are here to talk about what went wrong and what went right against Orlando. Marta is obviously gonna Marta. We also dive into the Ballon d'Or nominations for Mallory Swanson and Alyssa Naeher, as well as the contract extension of Jenna Bike! Alex Morgan retired over the weekend and obviously wasn't a Red Star at ay point in her career, but we thought it was important to talk about her impact on the women's soccer world. And of course we're back with another preview of the next opponent. This time we take a look at the Portland Thorns and how the matchup will look for he Red Stars this week.   Watch new episodes each Tuesdays at 6am CT! Bea Franklin Interview: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZPQak-ajhOY Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/RedStarsReport Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/redstarsreport Follow us on all other platforms: https://linktr.ee/redstarsreport Join our Community on Discord: https://bit.ly/discord-invite-rsr  2024 Roster Update Spreadsheet: bit.ly/crs-roster-update

Losing to Angel City right before the Red Stars take on the best club in the league is not ideal, but LT and Liz are here to discuss the positive takeaways from this match, as always!    Penelope Hocking was traded to Bay FC, we'll show what this means for Chicago's front line now and in the future, especially with her roster spot being filled by Moroccan International Rosella Ayane on a loan.   And Hannah Anderson signed a 3-year contract extension thru 2027. We'll look at there impact in leadership and on-the-field development this season that lead to this signing.   Watch new episodes each Tuesdays at 6am CT! Bea Franklin Interview: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZPQak-ajhOY Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/RedStarsReport Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/redstarsreport Follow us on all other platforms: https://linktr.ee/redstarsreport Join our Community on Discord: https://bit.ly/discord-invite-rsr  2024 Roster Update Spreadsheet: bit.ly/crs-roster-update

We're back! The Red Stars are back! Julia Grosso is here! We lost! Oh wait, that last one shouldn't be part of the excitement. Losing to Racing Louisville coming off the Olympic break and Summer Cup wasn't ideal and came with some big problem areas to highlight, but there are positives on the way with Mal Swanson coming back, Julia Grosso arriving and getting acclimated, and Ludmila eventually arriving from Brazil! LT and Liz have you covered this week with all the news, including Olympic Gold Medal discussion, coming back to the NWSL action, and the new historic CBA approved by the league and its players.  Watch new episodes each Tuesdays at 6am CT! Bea Franklin Interview: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZPQak-ajhOY Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/RedStarsReport Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/redstarsreport Follow us on all other platforms: https://linktr.ee/redstarsreport Join our Community on Discord: https://bit.ly/discord-invite-rsr  2024 Roster Update Spreadsheet: bit.ly/crs-roster-update

It's the first Summer Cup edition of Red Stars Report! Too bad the match ended with a loss in PKs, but at least we got to see NWSL PKs! How fun was that?! The Olympics are also about to start, and there are plenty of Red Stars to keep your eyes on with Teams USA and Canada. But news out of Spain also means another rumored future Red Star may be on Brazil's Olympic roster? LT & Liz discuss it all! Watch new episodes each Tuesdays at 6am CT! Bea Franklin Interview: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZPQak-ajhOY Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/RedStarsReport Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/redstarsreport Follow us on all other platforms: https://linktr.ee/redstarsreport Join our Community on Discord: https://bit.ly/discord-invite-rsr  2024 Roster Update Spreadsheet: bit.ly/crs-roster-update

The NWSL is now going into the Olympic break, but fear not, there will be plenty of football to watch during this time as the league will be participating in the 2024 Summer Cup! What does that mean for the Red Stars, LT & Liz break it down. And how has the Red Stars season been going overall? LT & Liz also go over the first half of the season to discuss the changes and improvements the club has made, and where they can grow to next. Watch new episodes each Tuesdays at 6am CT! Bea Franklin Interview: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZPQak-ajhOY Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/RedStarsReport Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/redstarsreport Follow us on all other platforms: https://linktr.ee/redstarsreport Join our Community on Discord: https://bit.ly/discord-invite-rsr  2024 Roster Update Spreadsheet: bit.ly/crs-roster-update

The Chicago Red Stars sign Canadian International Midfielder Julia Grosso just days after earning their second straight shutout in a 1-0 win over the Houston Dash. LT, Grant, and Liz breakdown the match and how each player performed. They also shared their thoughts on the Julia Grosso signing, what it means for the club's midfield, and who may leave the Starting XI after Grosso joins the team after the 2024 Paris Olympics. Watch new episodes each Tuesdays at 6am CT! Bea Franklin Interview: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZPQak-ajhOY Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/RedStarsReport Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/redstarsreport Follow us on all other platforms: https://linktr.ee/redstarsreport Join our Community on Discord: https://bit.ly/discord-invite-rsr  2024 Roster Update Spreadsheet: bit.ly/crs-roster-update

On a special edition of Red Stars Report, LT & Grant kick off the podcast's new Player Profile Series by having a conversation with Chicago Red Stars Rookie Midfielder Bea Franklin. Bea talks about her transition from college to the pros, what Draft Night was like for her and her family, her bond with her teammates in Chicago, and much more. Make sure you're subscribed to stay informed on when the Player Profile Series continues! And don't forget to Watch & Listen to new episodes of Red Stars Report every Tuesday at 6am CT on all platforms. Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/RedStarsReport Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/redstarsreport Follow us on all other platforms: https://linktr.ee/redstarsreport Join our Community on Discord: https://bit.ly/discord-invite-rsr  2024 Roster Update Spreadsheet: bit.ly/crs-roster-update

The Chicago Red Stars are back in the win column after taking down a struggling Wave side 3-0! Jameese Joseph scored her first professional goal and tallied her first professional assist! LT, Grant, and Liz are all together for the first time to discuss the win, Tatumn's 4th goal line save, and all the goals! Also, what's up with the league trying to split our Save of the Week Vote again between Tatumn and Alyssa? Watch new episodes each Tuesdays at 6am CT! Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/RedStarsReport Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/redstarsreport Follow us on all other platforms: https://linktr.ee/redstarsreport Join our Community on Discord: https://bit.ly/discord-invite-rsr  2024 Roster Update Spreadsheet: bit.ly/crs-roster-update

The Chicago Red Stars can't build on draw with Kansas City, lose 3-1 to a struggling North Carolina Courage side. LT & Liz breakdown the match and share why it's not time to hit any sort of panic button on this season.    Watch new episodes each Tuesdays at 6am CT! Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/RedStarsReport Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/redstarsreport Follow us on all other platforms: https://linktr.ee/redstarsreport Join our Community on Discord: https://bit.ly/discord-invite-rsr  2024 Roster Update Spreadsheet: bit.ly/crs-roster-update

The Chicago Red Stars snap a three-match losing skid after changing their formation and throwing some youngsters into the Starting XI against the KC Current, one of the top clubs in the league. Drawing 2-2 against the scoring behemoths that are the current is no easy feat - LT & Liz (Red Stars Report's newest Co-Host) break down exactly how the club's changes Impacted the result, and what they need to do moving forward to build on this success.    Watch Red Stars Report Co-Host Grant on CHGO Red Stars Podcast this week, Tuesday, June 18th at 3:30pm CT on the CHGO Sports YouTube: https://youtube.com/@chgosports?si=y38t74K0Pcph3Oe4   Watch new episodes each Tuesdays at 6am CT! Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/RedStarsReport Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/redstarsreport Follow us on all other platforms: https://linktr.ee/redstarsreport Join our Community on Discord: https://bit.ly/discord-invite-rsr  2024 Roster Update Spreadsheet: bit.ly/crs-roster-update

35,038 people packed Wrigley Field to witness the first women's sporting event to take place in the stadium in over 80 years. 35,038, a new NWSL attendance record set on Saturday night. A final result that wasn't what we wanted, but the atmosphere showed the world that Chicago loves women's sports. Now, the future awaits the Chicago Red Stars.   Watch new episodes each Tuesdays at 6am CT! Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/RedStarsReport Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/redstarsreport Follow us on all other platforms: https://linktr.ee/redstarsreport Join our Community on Discord: https://bit.ly/discord-invite-rsr  2024 Roster Update Spreadsheet: bit.ly/crs-roster-update

LT & Liz are back together again for another loss by the Red Stars. It's okay though. Chicago just saw Gotham score more than one goal for the first time this season, Rose Lavelle's first start of the season, two USWNT players come off the bench while they were down by one, and a former club member in Ella Stevens score against them in the 90th minute for the win, but outside of that… The team played okay?    Watch new episodes each Tuesdays at 6am CT! Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/RedStarsReport Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/redstarsreport Follow us on all other platforms: https://linktr.ee/redstarsreport Join our Community on Discord: https://bit.ly/discord-invite-rsr  2024 Roster Update Spreadsheet: bit.ly/crs-roster-update

On this week's episode, LT is running the show solo, so that's why it's only like 24 minutes long! And there's no video if you're watching on YouTube, and the episode is out a day late. All-around, LT did not perform as well as the Red Stars did this week, but he most certainly spends all 24 minutes getting a good amount of detail and analysis of the club's win over Utah into the episode! Enjoy!   Watch new episodes each Tuesdays at 6am CT! Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/RedStarsReport Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/redstarsreport Follow us on all other platforms: https://linktr.ee/redstarsreport Join our Community on Discord: https://bit.ly/discord-invite-rsr  2024 Roster Update Spreadsheet: bit.ly/crs-roster-update

Chicago Red Stars are back in the win column! Join LT & Grant as we give our immediate reactions after the Red Stars v Bay FC match from Sunday. It was a late one and we got a little ridiculous in the episode, but that just makes it all the more reason to watch or listen!  Watch new episodes each Tuesdays at 6am CT! Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/RedStarsReport Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/redstarsreport Follow us on all other platforms: https://linktr.ee/redstarsreport Join our Community on Discord: https://bit.ly/discord-invite-rsr  2024 Roster Update Spreadsheet: bit.ly/crs-roster-update

Chicago lost to our good friend Liz's least favorite club in the NWSL, Portland Thorns, so who better to co-host with LT this week than Liz?! Sophia Smith proved to be too much for the Red Stars to handle, but with two more matches to play this week, the club has an opportunity to move forward and get back to their winning ways. Watch new episodes each Tuesdays at 6am CT! Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/RedStarsReport Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/redstarsreport Follow us on all other platforms: https://linktr.ee/redstarsreport Join our Community on Discord: https://bit.ly/discord-invite-rsr  2024 Roster Update Spreadsheet: bit.ly/crs-roster-update

Back in the win column! Tatumn Milazzo another Save of the Week? Alyssa Naeher surpasses 15,000 minutes played! So much to talk about! First time LT & Grant have recorded right after a match concludes… Should be an interesting one! Watch new episodes each Tuesdays at 6am CT! Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/RedStarsReport Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/redstarsreport Follow us on all other platforms: https://linktr.ee/redstarsreport Join our Community on Discord: https://bit.ly/discord-invite-rsr  2024 Roster Update Spreadsheet: bit.ly/crs-roster-update

First loss of the season? No reason to panic! But come grieve with LT & Grant and maybe you'll bounce back while they look at some of the positives to come out of the match! And pick a train to jump on with us, as we discuss some players who are performing well in the final year of their contracts and may deserve contract extensions. We also preview the Chicago Red Stars upcoming match against Seattle Reign this weekend! Watch new episodes each Tuesdays at 6am CT! Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/RedStarsReport Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/redstarsreport Follow us on all other platforms: https://linktr.ee/redstarsreport Join our Community on Discord: https://bit.ly/discord-invite-rsr  2024 Roster Update Spreadsheet: bit.ly/crs-roster-update

Who are the Top 6 players for the Chicago Red Stars so far this season? Our answer may not surprise you at all! Let us know yours! Mallory Swanson played her first minutes for the USWNT in almost a year to the day. How did she perform and what kind of impact will she have on the Olympics? And Chicago is back to match action this coming weekend at home against Angel City. What does the matchup look like and who should you look out for? Watch new episodes each Tuesdays at 6am CT! Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/RedStarsReport Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/redstarsreport Follow us on all other platforms: https://linktr.ee/redstarsreport Join our Community on Discord: https://bit.ly/discord-invite-rsr  2024 Roster Update Spreadsheet: bit.ly/crs-roster-update