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On this week's Full Time Focus, Jillian Sakovits is joined by The Athletic's Meg Linehan to break down the latest USWNT roster that was announced for the upcoming friendlies against the Republic of Ireland and Canada. How is Emma Hayes managing her players' workload this summer? Who are the new faces on the team? And, what does Rose Lavelle's return mean?After that, Producer Theo caught up with Houston Dash goalkeeper Abby Smith to talk about what Juneteenth means to her and the Black Women's Player Collective's work in the Black soccer community and beyond. PLUS: Megan Feringa hops onto the podcast from Snowdon mountain in Wales, where the Welsh Women's National Team announced their squad for Euro 2025 from 3,500 feet. Jillian then closes out the show with her 1-2-3 of things to watch in the NWSL this weekend._______________Referenced on the show:Emma Hayes and Mauricio Pochettino face different challenges with their U.S. teamsAs others go silent, NWSL group doubles down over supporting Black players on Juneteenth and beyondHead coach Rhian Wilkinson climbs Wales' highest mountain to announce historic Euro 2025 squad_______________HOST: Jillian SakovitsGUESTS: Meg Linehan, Abby Smith, Megan FeringaPRODUCER: Theo Lloyd-HughesVIDEO PRODUCER: Lia GriffinEXECUTIVE PRODUCER: Emily Olsen_______________Get in touch: ⁠fulltime@theathletic.com⁠Follow on Instagram and TikTok: @tafulltimeSubscribe to the Full Time newsletter ⁠here⁠Visit the Yahoo Women's Sports hub ⁠here Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

With Clare on the night shift and Rhian prepping for #WEuros, Dubs is joined by BroadsCast regulars and friends of the show, Signa Butler and Shireen Ahmed, to chat the best XI of week 9 in NSL action.What players and moments are deserving of #SigsSauce?! You'll have to listen to find out!As the international window looms, the Broads dive into the latest Casey Stoney #CanXNT selections, omissions and future considerations from the NSL.Lastly, Harvard graduate Jade Rose signs her first pro contract with @ManCityWomen.Do meaningful minutes and daily competition mean an uptick in level for the rising star? GET IN and broaden your horizons! Presenters: Clare Rustad, Rhian Wilkinson and Amy WalshHumbled: Jeff Cole, VO and Editor/ProducerThis podcast has content that may use words and share tales that offend, please feel free to use your best discretion.Parental discretion is advisedwearefootyprime.comX @footy_primeTikTok @FootyPrimePodcastYoutube @FootyPrimePodcastIG FootyPrimeIGFacebook Footy Prime The PodcastEmail footyprimepodcast@gmail.comONE BALL GIN https://www.nickel9distillery.com/products/footy-prime-one-ball-Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Doedd hi ddim y ffarwel delfrydol i garfan Rhian Wilkinson wrth chwarae am y tro olaf cyn Ewro 2025 yn Y Swistir. Roedd y gêm yn Abertawe wedi ei cholli cyn hanner amser wrth i'r Eidal sgorio pedair gôl yng ngem olaf yr ymgyrch yng Nghrŵp A Cynghrair Y Cenhedloedd. Mi fydd Cymru felly yn mynd i'w ymddangosiad cyntaf yn rowndiau terfynol un o brif gystadlaethau'r byd heb ennill yn eu chwe gêm ddiwethaf.Pa wersi fydd Wilkinson wedi eu dysgu o'r ymgyrch? Sut all Cymru gynnig fwy o fygythiad ymosodol? Pwy sydd heb wneud digon i ennill lle yn y garfan? Fydd Sophie Ingle yn rhedeg allan o amser er mwyn profi ei ffitrwydd?Mae hi'n gyfnod prysur i'r dynion hefyd gyda dwy gêm yn rowndiau rhagbrofol Cwpan y Byd. Buddugoliaeth swmpus yw'r disgwyliad yn erbyn Liechtenstein. Fydd 'na noson "hanesyddol" i ddilyn yng Ngwlad Belg..?

Ronan Kpakio oedd yr enw annisgwyl i'w gynnwys gan Craig Bellamy yng ngharfan Cymru ar gyfer y gemau yn erbyn Liechtenstein a Gwlad Belg yn rowndiau rhagbrofol Cwpan y Byd 2026. Chwe ymddangosiad yn unig sydd gan yr amddiffynnwr dros Gaerdydd, ond Bellamy yn proffwydo gyrfa ddisglair i'r chwaraewr 19 mlwydd oed. Cyn y gemau hynny, bydd ymgyrch tîm Rhian Wilkinson yn dod i ben yng Nghynghrair y Cenhedloedd - dau gyfle olaf i geisio curo un o fawrion Ewrop cyn Ewro 2025. Fydd Sophie Ingle ar yr awyren i'r Swistir?Mae 'na Gymro wrth y llyw yng Nghasnewydd... a Chymraes swnllyd yn dod efo fo!

Signa Butler, pxp voice of the CBC and the Northern Super League, and Laura Bryan of RiseHigher.ca, join Amy to dig into the very best of the NSL in week 6. The crew then chats #CanXNT vs Haiti and Desi Scott deservedly getting her flowers in front of her hometown fans.GET IN and broaden your horizons!Presenters: Clare Rustad, Rhian Wilkinson and Amy WalshDown Mexico Way: Jeff Cole, VO and Editor/ProducerThis podcast has content that may use words and share tales that offend, please feel free to use your best discretion.Parental discretion is advisedwearefootyprime.comX @footy_primeTikTok @FootyPrimePodcastYoutube @FootyPrimePodcastIG FootyPrimeIGFacebook Footy Prime The PodcastEmail footyprimepodcast@gmail.comONE BALL GIN https://www.nickel9distillery.com/products/footy-prime-one-ball- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Amy, Signa Butler, Shireen Ahmed and AC Lang of wsoccer.ca get stuck into the very best of week 5 in the Northern Super League. From the Best XI to the best goal of the week, the Broads fill you in on all the action.Just prior to the record, the #CanXNT roster dropped ahead of the Haiti series in Winnipeg and Montreal-so the crew chatted new faces and returnees.GET IN!Presenters: Clare Rustad, Rhian Wilkinson and Amy WalshDentist to the Stars: Jeff Cole, VO and Editor/ProducerThis podcast has content that may use words and share tales that offend, please feel free to use your best discretion.Parental discretion is advisedwearefootyprime.comX @footy_primeTikTok @FootyPrimePodcastYoutube @FootyPrimePodcastIG FootyPrimeIGFacebook Footy Prime The PodcastEmail footyprimepodcast@gmail.comONE BALL GIN https://www.nickel9distillery.com/products/footy-prime-one-ball- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Support us: buymeacoffee.com/colemansdream Dai and Ruth interview the Cymru manager Rhian Wilkinson. Rhian talks about her life growing up in Canada and how she chose football as well as her connection to Wales and her time spent in Cymru as a youngster. She talked openly about her coaching journey, what she wants for Welsh football and where we can improve. She discussed the Euros with us, the upcoming Nations League games and her tactical approach. I don't think we have ever interviewed anyone quite like her. An incredibly impressive individual. Huge thanks to Rhian for her time, as well as Owain and Rhianna from the FAW for helping set this all up. Diolch. Photo Credit - FAW/John Smith

With Rhian Wilkinson away, Amy and Clare welcome pxp voice of CBC and NSL, Signa Butler, as well as Mariam Kourabi of She Scores Bangers, to give their Way Too Early Predictions for the Northern Super League as well as their Best XIs through matchday 4 of action.The Broads also chat WWC expansion to 48 teams-too soon or best for the growth of the game?Get IN and broaden your horizons!!!Presenters: Clare Rustad, Rhian Wilkinson and Amy WalshHorse Shoer: Jeff Cole, VO and Editor/ProducerThis podcast has content that may use words and share tales that offend, please feel free to use your best discretion.Parental discretion is advisedwearefootyprime.comX @footy_primeTikTok @FootyPrimePodcastYoutube @FootyPrimePodcastIG FootyPrimeIGFacebook Footy Prime The PodcastEmail footyprimepodcast@gmail.comONE BALL GIN https://www.nickel9distillery.com/products/footy-prime-one-ball- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Broads are BACK! Rhian, Clare and Amy chat Welsh women's national team prep for #WEURO2025, tv makeup in daily life and lean in heavy on impressions-and dare we day, EXPECTATIONS-for the Northern Super League through 3 weeks of play.GET IN!Presenters: Clare Rustad, Rhian Wilkinson and Amy WalshFuture NSL Player"s Dad: Jeff Cole, VO and Editor/ProducerThis podcast has content that may use words and share tales that offend, please feel free to use your best discretion.Parental discretion is advisedwearefootyprime.comX @footy_primeTikTok @FootyPrimePodcastYoutube @FootyPrimePodcastIG FootyPrimeIGFacebook Footy Prime The PodcastEmail footyprimepodcast@gmail.comONE BALL GIN https://www.nickel9distillery.com/products/footy-prime-one-ball- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Carl Roberts, Iwan Roberts and Sam Vokes assess the importance of Cardiff's next game after two away draws keeps them in the Championship relegation zone. Can they afford not to beat fellow strugglers Stoke City at home on Saturday?Wycombe closed the gap on Wrexham by winning their game in hand, but for the first time this season, Phil Parkinson's side know their fate is now in their own hands.There's huge praise for Rhian Wilkinson's Wales side after impressive performances and results in the Nations League, but Craig Bellamy's no shirt-swopping policy raises a few eyebrows.

Dylan Griffiths, Owain Tudur Jones a Malcolm Allen sy'n dathlu perfformiadau a chanlyniadau merched Cymru yng Nghynghrair y Cenhedloedd a'r cynnydd o dan y rheolwr Rhian Wilkinson.Er gwaethaf dwy gêm gyfartal oddi cartref, mae Caerdydd yn parhau yn y safleoedd disgyn yn y Bencampwriaeth. Ydi'r cefnogwyr wedi colli gobaith yn barod?Mae'r momentwm tuag at ddyrchafiad yn parhau yn Wrecsam - mae eu dynged yn eu dwylo eu hun ar ôl i Wycombe ollwng rhag o bwyntiau.Ac am y tro cyntaf erioed yn hanes y podlediad, mae ffocws Mal yn cael ei chwalu wrth weld ci yn neud ei fusnes yn ei ardd ffrynt.

Mwyaf sydyn, mae'r tymor wedi cyrraedd y pedwar wythnos olaf. Ac mi fydd hi'n ddiweddglo llawn tensiwn i Gaerdydd a Wrecsam, wrth iddyn nhw frwydro am bwyntiau gwerthfawr ar resymau gwahanol iawn.Mae Wrecsam yn parhau tri phwynt yn glir o Wycombe yn y ras am yr ail safle yn Adran Un, ond wedi chwarae un gêm yn fwy. Be sydd orau adeg yma o'r tymor felly? Pwyntiau ar y bwrdd ta tynged yn nwylo eich hun? Wrth reswm, mae yna wahaniaeth barn rhwng Ows a Mal.Mae'r ddau hefyd wedi anghytuno ers tro am dynged Caerdydd tymor yma. Ond ar hyn o bryd, does 'na fawr o dystiolaeth i awgrymu mai llwyddo i aros yn y Bencampwriaeth fydd yr Adar Gleision.Ac ydi Rhian Wilkinson yn iawn i ofyn am fwy o gefnogaeth i ferched Cymru yng ngemau Cynghrair y Cenhedloedd?

With Vanessa Gilles making headlines this past week about her future plans and it not involving club play in the US during these chaotic times, it's a great opportunity to revisit her appearance on FP The BroadsCast with Rhian, Clare and Amy!GET IN!Presenters: Clare Rustad, Rhian Wilkinson and Amy WalshChuck's Dad: Jeff Cole, VO and Editor/ProducerThis podcast has content that may use words and share tales that offend, please feel free to use your best discretion.Parental discretion is advisedwearefootyprime.comX @footy_primeTikTok @FootyPrimePodcastYoutube @FootyPrimePodcastIG FootyPrimeIGFacebook Footy Prime The PodcastEmail footyprimepodcast@gmail.comONE BALL GIN https://www.nickel9distillery.com/products/footy-prime-one-ball- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Broads are back with the OG crew of Rhian, Clare and Amy, and attempt-in Clare's words-a “restoration of competence”. (This is obviously in reference to the middling performance of the wider Footy Prime family.)Rhian chats the Welsh women's national team's latest window in #NationsLeague, her experience a year into the job, and the broads get stuck into the #CanWNT Casey Stoney era kicking off with a win and a trophy at the Pinatar Cup.GET IN!Presenters: Clare Rustad, Rhian Wilkinson and Amy WalshFellow Ginger: Jeff Cole, VO and Editor/ProducerThis podcast has content that may use words and share tales that offend, please feel free to use your best discretion.Parental discretion is advisedwearefootyprime.comX @footy_primeTikTok @FootyPrimePodcastYoutube @FootyPrimePodcastIG FootyPrimeIGFacebook Footy Prime The PodcastEmail footyprimepodcast@gmail.comONE BALL GIN https://www.nickel9distillery.com/products/footy-prime-one-ball- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Carl Roberts is joined by former Wales internationals Helen Ward and Kath Morgan at the Stok Racecourse after Wales came from behind to secure a superb 1-1 draw at home to Sweden in the Nations League. We also hear from Wales boss Rhian Wilkinson.

Catrin Heledd sits in for Carl Roberts this week and is joined by former Wales internationals Nia Jones and Nathan Blake to reflect on Wales' 1-0 defeat to Italy and look ahead to Rhian Wilkinson's side hosting Sweden in Wrexham on Tuesday.

With Rhian off Waling, Clare and Amy welcome legend of the game Desi Scott to chat coming out of retirement to play in the Northern Super League (can she convince Sinc to do the same?), nourishing the women's soccer ecosystem in Canada and maybe one day, spearheading an expansion team in Winnipeg. GET IN!!!Presenters: Clare Rustad, Rhian Wilkinson and Amy WalshTheme Song Flautist: Jeff Cole, VO and Editor/ProducerThis podcast has content that may use words and share tales that offend, please feel free to use your best discretion.Parental discretion is advisedwearefootyprime.comX @footy_primeTikTok @FootyPrimePodcastYoutube @FootyPrimePodcastIG FootyPrimeIGFacebook Footy Prime The PodcastEmail footyprimepodcast@gmail.comONE BALL GIN https://www.nickel9distillery.com/products/footy-prime-one-ball- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

James Sharman, Craig Forrest, Amy Walsh and Dan Wong, with some JC, dive deep into the YouTube comment section. Whitecaps, Rhian Wilkinson and Negative reviews all shared. It's worth the investment of time and patience.GET IN!Presenters: James Sharman, Craig Forrest, Jimmy Brennan, Amy Walsh & Dan WongAsmir Perkins, Esquire: Jeff Cole, VO and Editor/ProducerThis podcast has content that may use words and share tales that offend, please feel free to use your best discretion.Parental discretion is advisedwearefootyprime.comX @footy_primeTikTok @FootyPrimePodcastYoutube @FootyPrimePodcastIG FootyPrimeIGFacebook Footy Prime The PodcastEmail footyprimepodcast@gmail.comONE BALL GIN https://www.nickel9distillery.com/products/footy-prime-one-ball-gin Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Broads are ALL back to close out an eventful year in women's football. Rhian, Clare and Amy welcome Vanessa Gilles to chat everything from #CanWNT/#CanXNT at #Paris2024, standards she's setting for herself at #Lyon and what she hopes to see from a new coaching hire in 2025-and beyond.GET IN!Presenters: Clare Rustad, Rhian Wilkinson and Amy WalshPlump Christmas Goose: Jeff Cole, VO and Editor/ProducerThis podcast has content that may use words and share tales that offend, please feel free to use your best discretion.Parental discretion is advisedwearefootyprime.comX @footy_primeTikTok @FootyPrimePodcastYoutube @FootyPrimePodcastIG FootyPrimeIGFacebook Footy Prime The PodcastEmail footyprimepodcast@gmail.comONE BALL GIN https://www.nickel9distillery.com/products/footy-prime-one-ball- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Profi pawb yn anghywir - dyna'r her i dîm Rhian Wilkinson yn ôl Malcolm ac Owain ar ôl cael grŵp anodd tu hwynt yn rowndiau terfynol Ewro 2025, sy'n cynnwys Ffrainc, Iseldiroedd a Lloegr. Ond roedd lwc o blaid Craig Bellamy pan ddaeth yr enwau allan o'r het ar gyfer rowndiau rhagbrofol Cwpan y Byd 2026. Mae'r hogia wedi cyffroi yn lan yn barod ac wedi mynd ati i wneud gwaith ymchwil manwl iawn ar y gwrthwynebwyr Gwlad Belg, Gogledd Macedonia, Kazakstan a Liechtenstein.Roedd hi'n benwythnos eithaf siomedig ar y cyfan i bedwar prif glwb Cymru, ac mae Owain wedi gweld digon yn barod... "mae Caerdydd yn mynd i lawr!"

It was the best of draws, it was the worst of draws... Carl Roberts, Iwan Roberts and Sam Vokes react to the contrasting draws for Wales in the men's World Cup 2026 qualifiers and the women's Euro 2025 finals. It's a favourable proposition for Craig Bellamy with qualifiers against Belgium, North Macedonia, Kazakhstan and Liechtenstein, but Rhian Wilkinson's squad could hardly have been drawn in a tougher group in their first appearance at a major championship with games to come against England, France and the Netherlands.

Ellen White, Jen Beattie and Ben Haines react to the Euro 2025 draw held in Switzerland. Commentator Vicki Sparks also joins the team to reflect on the groups and how Sarina could set up her team. England have been drawn in the 'group of death' alongside the Netherlands, France and fellow home nation, Wales. Ellen gives an insight into what it was like in the run-up to 2022 and how qualification makes it different this time around. Wales manager Rhian Wilkinson joins the pod to discuss the group and how she will approach Wales' first major tournament and facing the Lionesses! Swiss journalist Seraina Degen drops by to share insight into what Switzerland will be like as hosts and the country's ambitions for the tournament. The team also chat about what could be a significant weekend in the WSL with Chelsea dropping points for the first time this season. Timecodes: 00:20 Intro 02:00 Draw reaction 05:10 Sarina Wiegman 11:40 Where do we find England? 19:30 Wales & Rhian Wilkinson 27:00 WSL 29:30 SwitzerlandBBC Sounds / 5 Live Carabao Cup commentaries this week: Wed 18 Dec, 1945: Newcastle v Brentford Wed 18 Dec, 2000: Southampton v Liverpool – 5 Sports Extra Thu 19 Dec, 2000: Tottenham v Man Utd

James Sharman, Craig Forrest, Amy Walsh, Jimmy Brennan and Dan Wong, along with JC, deliver the pod you love because we mention your names and opinions. Always a fun time and yes more opportunities to be braggadocious!GET IN!Hairy Candy Cane: Jeff Cole, VO and Editor/ProducerThis podcast has content that may use words and share tales that offend, please feel free to use your best discretion.Parental discretion is advisedwearefootyprime.comX @footy_primeTikTok @FootyPrimePodcastYoutube @FootyPrimePodcastIG FootyPrimeIGFacebook Footy Prime The PodcastEmail footyprimepodcast@gmail.comONE BALL GIN https://www.nickel9distillery.com/products/footy-prime-one-ball- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

James Sharman, Amy Walsh, Jimmy Brennan, Craig Forrest and Dan Wong, with JC, welcome our Footy Prime The BroadsCast colleague Rhian Wilkinson to the studio. Leading the Wales Women's National Team, as Head Coach, to Euro 25 is just the beginning for one of Canada's and Wales' shining stars. An hour well spent. GET IN!Shaquille O'Neal's Big Toe: Jeff Cole, VO and Editor/ProducerThis podcast has content that may use words and share tales that offend, please feel free to use your best discretion.Parental discretion is advisedwearefootyprime.comX @footy_primeTikTok @FootyPrimePodcastYoutube @FootyPrimePodcastIG FootyPrimeIGFacebook Footy Prime The PodcastEmail footyprimepodcast@gmail.comONE BALL GIN https://www.nickel9distillery.com/products/footy-prime-one-ball- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

As the Lionesses finish off the calendar year with a win over Switzerland, Lianne Sanderson is back to round up what has been a rollercoaster of a year for Sarina Wiegman's side! Wales Women manager Rhian Wilkinson also joins the show after her side made history by qualifying for Euro 2025 - their first ever major tournament! In other news, five Lionesses have been announced in the FIFPro World XI - but should they be there? Plus, talkSPORT's Uma Gurav joins to talk about what went wrong for Scotland and the Republic of Ireland with their Euro 2025 qualification campaigns, as well as to discuss whether the gap in the WSL is becoming too polarised. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dylan Griffiths, Owain Tudur Jones a Malcolm Allen sy'n dathlu buddugoliaeth hanesyddol Cymru i gyrraedd Pencampwriaeth Merched Ewro 2025. Roedd Ows yn ei chanol hi yn Nulyn yn gwylio tîm Rhian Wilkinson yn curo Gweriniaeth Iwerddon yn rownd derfynol y gemau ail-gyfle, ac yn fwy na hapus i ymuno yn y dathliadau yng nghanol y ddinas tan oriau man y bore. Roedd 'na fwy o ddathlu ar y Cae Ras hefyd lle welodd Dyl fuddugoliaeth arall i Wrecsam, ac mae'r tri yn ddigon bodlon eu byd hefyd wrth weld cychwyn arbennig Arne Slot yn parhau gyda Lerpwl.

Jen Beattie, Ellen White and Ben Haines react to the EURO 2025 play-off finals which saw Wales make history, booking their place at next summer's European Championships in Switzerland, but heartbreak for Scotland as their golden generation miss their golden hour.The team react to an incredible night in Dublin for Rhian Wilkinson's side and a night of deja vu for Scotland in Finland. Hear from an emotional Claire Emslie and Jen discusses where it went wrong for Scotland and what next for Pedro Martínez Losa and his team.Ellen chats England's two friendlies against the Olympic champions, the USA, and EURO 2025 hosts, Switzerland. Hear from Grace Clinton and Millie Bright after the Lionesses' last outing of the year, plus the team ask what we have learnt from Sarina Wiegman's 'experimenting'.Timecodes: 1:05 - A historic night for Wales as they qualify for their first ever major tournament 4:46 - Goals from Hannah Cain and Carrie Jones. 8:18 - Reaction from Wales boss Rhian Wilkinson 10:28 - Heartbreak for Scotland at the hands of Finland again. 16:00 - Should Scotland have made changes sooner? 18:57 - Reaction from Claire Emslie 21:40 - What next for Scotland and Pedro Martínez Losa? 24:19 - EURO 2025 play-off round up. 25:20 - England v Switzerland and Sarina Wiegman's experimenting 27:25 - Reaction from Grace Clinton and Millie Bright 30:30 - England v USA, thoughts on the change of formation. BBC Sounds / 5 Live Premier League commentaries this week:Wed 4 Dec, 19:30 – Newcastle v Liverpool – 5 Sports Extra Wed 4 Dec, 19:30 – Man City v Nottingham Forest – BBC Sport website Wed 4 Dec, 19:30 – Southampton v Chelsea – BBC Sport website Wed 4 Dec, 19:30 – Everton v Wolves – BBC Sport website Wed 4 Dec, 20:15 – Arsenal v Man Utd – 5 Live Wed 4 Dec, 20:15 – Aston Villa v Brentford – BBC Sport website Thu 5 Dec, 19:30 – Fulham v Brighton – 5 Sports Extra Thu 5 Dec, 20:15 – Bournemouth v Tottenham – 5 Live

On Wednesday's Football Daily, Phil Egan brings you all the fallout from last night's heartbreaking Euro playoff defeat for the Republic of Ireland WNT. We speak to Kyra Carusa and Megan Connolly, plus Hibs and Ireland midfielder Ciara Grant on the need for stronger grassroots to help build the women's game. Plus, Wales manager Rhian Wilkinson on whether her bench provoked their hosts. Crystal Palace boss Oliver Glasner and his Ipswich counterpart Kieran McKenna on their respective captains' issues with the Rainbow Laces armband.Pep Guardiola is unsure if his Manchester City empire is falling. And there's plenty of transfer news to round up here at home.

On Wednesday's Football Daily, Phil Egan brings you all the fallout from last night's heartbreaking Euro playoff defeat for the Republic of Ireland WNT. We speak to Kyra Carusa and Megan Connolly, plus Hibs and Ireland midfielder Ciara Grant on the need for stronger grassroots to help build the women's game. Plus, Wales manager Rhian Wilkinson on whether her bench provoked their hosts. Crystal Palace boss Oliver Glasner and his Ipswich counterpart Kieran McKenna on their respective captains' issues with the Rainbow Laces armband.Pep Guardiola is unsure if his Manchester City empire is falling. And there's plenty of transfer news to round up here at home.

Wallis het vir die eerste groot vroue-toernooi gekwalifiseer. Hulle neem volgende jaar in Switserland deel aan die Europese Kampioenskap nadat hulle Ierland met 2-1 in Dublin geklop het. Hannah Cain en Carrie Jones se doele het aan Wallis ʼn oorwinning besorg ná verlede week se een-elk tuiswedstryd in die eerste deel. Intussen het Swede die Serwiërs met 6-0 verpletter om ʼn oorwinning van 8-0 te behaal en vir die Euro's te kwalifiseer. Wallis se bestuurder, Rhian Wilkinson, sê haar span is spesiaal:

The Broads (Clare and Amy) welcome Shireen Ahmed, CBC Sports reporter/Senior Contributor and the OG Merchant of Badassery, to discuss the Globe and Mail article on the toxic culture at Canada Soccer and the #CanWNT under Bev Priestman. The crew chats reform, governance and next steps for the federation and the women's national team program, as well as the two upcoming friendlies vs Iceland and Korea Republic.GET IN!!!Presenters: Clare Rustad, Rhian Wilkinson and Amy WalshFull Swifty: Jeff Cole, VO and Editor/ProducerThis podcast has content that may use words and share tales that offend, please feel free to use your best discretion.Parental discretion is advisedwearefootyprime.comX @footy_primeTikTok @FootyPrimePodcastYoutube @FootyPrimePodcastIG FootyPrimeIGFacebook Footy Prime The PodcastEmail footyprimepodcast@gmail.comONE BALL GIN https://www.nickel9distillery.com/products/footy-prime-one-ball- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Carl, Helen Ward, Kath Morgan and match-winner Ceri Holland react to Wales' extra-time win against Slovakia in their Euro 2025 play-off semi-final at the Cardiff City Stadium. Rhian Wilkinson's side will face the Republic of Ireland in a two-leg play-off final next month as they look to qualify for a first major tournament.

The Broads (minus Rhian, as she is ABROAD leading Wales in important #WEURO qualifications) welcome Diana Matheson, longtime #CanWNT/#CanXNT stalwart, Northern Super League founder and “cerebral attacker”.On special assignment in a support staff role for the CanWNT as they prep to face World Cup Champs Spain on Oct 25th, Diana chats the mood of the camp, transitioning team leadership, youthful upstarts and historic announcements in the NSL.GET IN! (And keep broadening your horizons!)Presenters: Clare Rustad, Rhian Wilkinson and Amy WalshVest: Jeff Cole, VO and Editor/ProducerThis podcast has content that may use words and share tales that offend, please feel free to use your best discretion.Parental discretion is advisedwearefootyprime.comX @footy_primeTikTok @FootyPrimePodcastYoutube @FootyPrimePodcastIG FootyPrimeIGFacebook Footy Prime The PodcastEmail footyprimepodcast@gmail.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Carl Roberts, Joe Ledley and Nia Jones chat with Wales manager Rhian Wilkinson and players Ceri Holland and Hayley Ladd as they prepare for their Women's Euro 2025 play-off against Slovakia.

With Clare away saving lives at her day job, the two remaining broads, Rhian and Amy, chat the landmark renewed investment in the @BarclaysWSL and what the partnership means for Canadian soccer and the global growth of the women's game.GET IN!Presenters: Clare Rustad, Rhian Wilkinson and Amy WalshRare Bird Caller: Jeff Cole, VO and Editor/ProducerThis podcast has content that may use words and share tales that offend, please feel free to use your best discretion.Parental discretion is advisedwearefootyprime.comX @footy_primeTikTok @FootyPrimePodcastYoutube @FootyPrimePodcastIG FootyPrimeIGFacebook Footy Prime The PodcastEmail footyprimepodcast@gmail.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Rhian, Clare and Amy welcome their former #CanWNT teammate and newly appointed technical director of @ottrapidfc, Kristina Kiss.The Broads chat player development, pathway to pro, potential #NSL rivalries, Ottawa club identity, and get the dirt on Kiss trading Rhian away as a national team roommate.GET IN!!!Fubotv is home to The Premier League in Canada. Don't miss a second of the action! Subscribe at: fubotv.com/footyprimePresenters: Clare Rustad, Rhian Wilkinson and Amy WalshMerchant of GoodAssery: Jeff Cole, VO and Editor/ProducerThis podcast has content that may use words and share tales that offend, please feel free to use your best discretion.Parental discretion is advisedwearefootyprime.comX @footy_primeTikTok @FootyPrimePodcastYoutube @FootyPrimePodcastIG FootyPrimeIGFacebook Footy Prime The PodcastEmail footyprimepodcast@gmail.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Clare, Rhian and Amy welcome award-winning sports journalist/activist Shireen Ahmed and play by play commentator and voice of the #CanXNT/#CanWNT, Signa Butler, to The BroadsCast Olympic Wrap-Up Show!From Emma Hayes and the #USWNT winning gold, Marta's legacy intertwined with Brazil hosting the #WWC in 2027 and what's next for our own #CanXNT, the Broads had A LOT to say.GET IN and keep broadening your horizons.Fubotv is home to The Premier League in Canada. Don't miss a second of the action! Subscribe at: fubotv.com/footyprimePresenters: Clare Rustad, Rhian Wilkinson and Amy WalshMerchant of GoodAssery: Jeff Cole, VO and Editor/ProducerThis podcast has content that may use words and share tales that offend, please feel free to use your best discretion.Parental discretion is advisedwearefootyprime.comX @footy_primeTikTok @FootyPrimePodcastYoutube @FootyPrimePodcastIG FootyPrimeIGFacebook Footy Prime The PodcastEmail footyprimepodcast@gmail.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Kara Lang Romero, Canadian Soccer HOFer and legend, joins the Broads (Rhian, Clare and Amy) to chat #CanWNT/#CanXNT losing to #GER in the 1/4 finals on penalties, what's next for the program and bright spots in an extremely challenging #Olympics navigating #DroneGate.GET IN!!!Fubotv is home to The Premier League in Canada. Don't miss a second of the action! Subscribe at: fubotv.com/footyprimePresenters: Clare Rustad, Rhian Wilkinson and Amy WalshExtra Time Bandit: Jeff Cole, VO and Editor/ProducerThis podcast has content that may use words and share tales that offend, please feel free to use your best discretion.Parental discretion is advisedwearefootyprime.comX @footy_primeTikTok @FootyPrimePodcastYoutube @FootyPrimePodcastIG FootyPrimeIGFacebook Footy Prime The PodcastEmail footyprimepodcast@gmail.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It's all right there in the title, folks.2 wins to kickstart the defense of their Gold medal but since they were very harshly docked 6 points by FIFA, the #CanXNT/#CanWNT are sitting on a big, fat goose egg in group A.They knocked off the world #2 and #Olympic hosts France 2-1 in a must-win, gutsy affair with the hero on the day, Vanessa Gilles, scoring the winner and delivering powerful post match comments.Rhian, Clare and Amy dive right into to all and celebrate an unbelievable performance by Canada.GET IN!!!Fubotv is home to The Premier League in Canada. Don't miss a second of the action! Subscribe at: fubotv.com/footyprimePresenters: Clare Rustad, Rhian Wilkinson and Amy WalshExtra Time Bandit: Jeff Cole, VO and Editor/ProducerThis podcast has content that may use words and share tales that offend, please feel free to use your best discretion.Parental discretion is advisedwearefootyprime.comX @footy_primeTikTok @FootyPrimePodcastYoutube @FootyPrimePodcastIG FootyPrimeIGFacebook Footy Prime The PodcastEmail footyprimepodcast@gmail.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Broads-Rhian, Clare and Amy-bring you a lively and rich discussion about Rhian's recent success coaching Wales in critical #WEURO2025 qualification matches, her fave new Welsh words and the state of the women's game abroad.They also chat #PWHL records, opportunities for @project8sports, #CanXNT/#CanWNT friendlies vs #MEX, #UWCL, and is #USWNT in for a wake-up call with the imminent arrival of Emma Hayes?Keep Broadening your Horizons and GET IN!!!Fubotv is home to The Premier League in Canada. Don't miss a second of the action! Subscribe at: fubotv.com/footyprimePresenters: Amy Walsh, Rhian Wilkinson and Clare RustadNot Ryan Reynolds: Jeff Cole, VO and Editor/ProducerThis podcast has content that may use words and share tales that offend, please feel free to use your best discretion.Parental discretion is advisedwearefootyprime.comX @footy_primeTikTok @FootyPrimeThePodcastYoutube @FootyPrimePodcastIG FootyPrimeIG Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Support us: buymeacoffee.com/colemansdream Dai and Ruth return to discuss Wales' two wins against Croatia and Kosovo as Rhian Wilkinson's side began their campaign in style. We discuss the games, the goals, the change in captaincy and Jess Fishlock's 150th cap. From there we go on and talk about the FAW recently announced revenue figures, and what they mean. We discuss Wrexham and their promotion, the fella who got a banning order as well as the scrapping of FA Cup replays. We finish by mentioning Leighton James, who sadly passed away last week aged 71.

Clare and Amy welcome Laura Bryan of @risehigher to break down #CanWNT/#CanXNT's loss to #USWNT in the final of the #SheBelievesCup. Despite the loss, learnings emerged from the tournament including a renewed clarity regarding the 18 players that will make up Bev Priestman's roster for #Paris2024-but we're no clearer on the formation the team started in vs #Brazil.Laura chats tracking players, delivering on up to date stats and sheds light on the most competitive leagues our Canadian national team players are competing in worldwide.GET IN!!!Fubotv is home to The Premier League in Canada. Don't miss a second of the action! Subscribe at: fubotv.com/footyprimePresenters: Amy Walsh, Rhian Wilkinson and Clare RustadLe j: Jeff Cole, VO and Editor/ProducerThis podcast has content that may use words and share tales that offend, please feel free to use your best discretion.Parental discretion is advisedwearefootyprime.comX @footy_primeTikTok @FootyPrimeThePodcastYoutube @FootyPrimePodcastIG FootyPrimeIG Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Carl Roberts and Iwan Roberts are joined by Wales' record goalscorer Helen Ward to preview new manager Rhian Wilkinson's first game in charge of Wales. Wales play Croatia at the Racecourse in their first Women's Euro 2025 qualifier on Friday. We also talk Cardiff, Swansea, Newport and Wrexham.

Ben Haines and England Women's record goalscorer Ellen White are joined by England and Manchester City's Esme Morgan. The new Wales manager Rhian Wilkinson also drops by to chat about her new role and ambitions to take Wales to their first major tournament. Esme, Ellen and Rhian also share their views on the increased demands on players with schedules becoming busier.Timecodes: 0:10 Intro 04:20 Rhian Wilkinson 19:40 Player schedules 26:05 Arsenal & title race slipping away? 30:00 Manchester City & importance of goal difference

James Sharman, Amy Walsh, Jimmy Brennan and Dan Wong, along with JC, deliver an hour of footy talk (sort of), with topics that include the Gold Cup US v Canada match, Craig on the couch, International Women's Day, some great Flaccid Four Q's and Footy Picks parlay.GET IN and broaden your horizons!Fubotv is home to The Premier League in Canada. Don't miss a second of the action! Subscribe at: fubotv.com/footyprimePresenters: Amy Walsh, Rhian Wilkinson, Clare RustadGilgemesh: Jeff Cole, VO and Editor/ProducerThis podcast has content that may use words and share tales that offend, please feel free to use your best discretion.Parental discretion is advisedwearefootyprime.comX @footy_primeTikTok @FootyPrimeThePodcastYoutube @FootyPrimePodcastIG FootyPrimeIGFacebook Footy Prime The PodcastEmail footyprimepodcast@gmail.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Whet your appetite with a broad and candid chat about Rhian's new role as head coach of the Welsh women's national football team and then dive right into a breakdown of #CanWNT vs #USWNT at the #WGoldCup. Your pink cup will runneth over with information on player safety, Bev's selection headache for #Paris2024 and Amy, Clare and Rhian's experiences with poor match conditions.GET IN and keep broadening your horizons!Fubotv is home to The Premier League in Canada. Don't miss a second of the action! Subscribe at: fubotv.com/footyprimePresenters: Amy Walsh, Rhian Wilkinson, Clare RustadGolygus: Jeff Cole, VO and Editor/ProducerThis podcast has content that may use words and share tales that offend, please feel free to use your best discretion.Parental discretion is advised Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Another sold out Emirates crowd as Arsenal Women defeat Spurs in a huge North London Derby - so should the Emirates become their permanent home? Lianne Sanderson is joined by AFC Wimbledon record striker Ashlee Hincks to discuss her career across a few of the football leagues within women's football. They'll look back on that North London Derby as well as discussing all the other WSL action. You'll also hear exclusively from Rhian Wilkinson after she was announced as the new new Wales manager last week! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ben Haines and England Women's record goalscorer Ellen White are joined by the Liverpool and Arsenal captains, Taylor Hinds and Kim Little. Kim gives insights into the crowds selling out the Emirates, with another big crowd expected at the North London derby this weekend as Arsenal look to close in on Manchester City and Chelsea for the title.Taylor also gives the latest on her injury and how her recovery is going. The team dive into the new female-specific health projects being introduced in top-level football with Kim and Taylor sharing their own experiences. And the panel have the latest international news including Olympic qualifying as Spain secure their trip to Paris. Plus Ellen shares her experiences of working with former Team GB assistant coach and recently announced Wales head coach Rhian Wilkinson.Timecodes: 0:10 Intro 02:05 Kim Little & Arsenal 12:21 Kim & Ellen on Olympics 20:05 Taylor Hinds injury latest 23:00 New women's health plan 23:40 International news

Rhian Wilkinson's appointment as Wales manager gets the seal of approval from Iwan Roberts and Danny Gabbidon. The four Welsh EFL clubs come under focus too as we approach the "business end of the season". And host Carl Roberts puts the pair through a St David's Day special quickfire quiz.

James Brennan, Jimmy Sharman, Craig Wong, Amy Forrest and Dan Vendor, along with CJ, discuss bullies on Pink Shirt Day, our friend and FP teammate, Rhian Wilkinson, and her new appointment to the Manager position for the Welsh National side, Haaland pots more goals and toxic dressing rooms. And a big discussion about Development in Canada.GET IN! GET IN!Fubotv is home to The Premier League in Canada. Don't miss a second of the action! Subscribe at: fubotv.com/footyprimePresenters: James Sharman, Amy Walsh, Jimmy Brennan, Craig Forrest and Dan WongLe Rapper Chic: Jeff Cole, VO and Editor/ProducerThis podcast has content that may use words and share tales that offend, please feel free to use your best discretion.Parental discretion is advised Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ryan is joined by Rhodri Davies and Agent Phillips to discuss Phillips' shambolic weekend, the Welsh contingent at Leeds, Aaron Ramsey's injury and much more. Megan Feringa sends us a voice note with all we need to know about new Wales WNT manager, Rhian Wilkinson. We also catch up with Aled Lewis of the Cymru Football Foundation to find out about all the work they do. And finally, in part two we answer your questions and play the line up game. Subscriptions for 2024 are available now from www.alternativewales.com. It's the best way to support the podcast.

Mariam joins Rhian, Clare and Amy to chat how a university student filled a gap in the women's football space by creating an awesome content hub called @SHEscoresbangers.The broads dive into Bev Priestman's contract extension through #FIFAWWC 2027 and Jessie Fleming's imminent move from #Chelsea to #Thorns, while the OG's dissect the aftermath of the #Sinc farewelll game and a #CANXNT #CANWNT without their longtime talisman, captain and legend.GET IN and broaden your horizons!Fubotv is home to The Premier League in Canada. Don't miss a second of the action! Subscribe at: fubotv.com/footyprimePresenters: Amy Walsh, Rhian Wilkinson, Clare RustadLost Tooth: Jeff Cole, VO and Editor/ProducerThis podcast has content that may use words and share tales that offend, please feel free to use your best discretion.Parental discretion is advised. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Sexy Six returns for a second week, new and improved and that isn't just because Rhian Wilkinson replaces the vacationing Craig Forrest,  no it is improved because the gang have worked on their brevity for some quick fire, rapid response answers… ahem!  Let's just say we'll keep you company if you're driving from Toronto to Niagara today…. From career blips to career surges, the best you've faced to the nicest thing you've ever seen, this is the Sexy Six!  With Jeff Cole, Dan Wong, Amy Walsh, Jimmy Brennan and James Sharman. Fubotv is home to The Premier League in Canada. Don't miss a second of the action! Subscribe at: fubotv.com/footyprime   Presenters: James Sharman, Amy Walsh, Jimmy Brennan, Craig Forrest and Dan Wong   Bird Barf Witness: Jeff Cole, VO and Editor/Producer   This podcast has content that may use words and share tales that offend, please feel free to use your best discretion.   Parental discretion is advised

Rhian, Clare and Amy welcome two Canadian Soccer Hall of Famers and all around badasses in Karina Leblanc and Carmelina Moscato to chat about the legacies of Christine Sinclair, Sophie Schmidt and Erin Macleod as well as the final, sure-to-be emotionally charged game of a two game series (#CanWNT vs #AUS) to be held at a renamed BC Place (Christine Sinclair Place). Fubotv is home to The Premier League in Canada. Don't miss a second of the action! Subscribe at: fubotv.com/footyprime Presenters: Amy Walsh, Rhian Wilkinson, Clare Rustad Blanche Devereaux: Jeff Cole   This podcast has content that may use words and share tales that offend, please feel free to use your best discretion. Parental discretion is advised.

The Broads are back with a punchy discussion about #Krieger and #Gotham vs #Rapinoe and #OLReign in the #NWSL final and what #EmmaHayes to #USWNT means for the program as well as #Chelsea women. With the #UWCL group stage kicking off today, Rhian, Clare and Amy dive deep into tired old tropes about the women's game and women's sports in general. GET IN!!! Fubotv is home to The Premier League in Canada. Don't miss a second of the action! Subscribe at: fubotv.com/footyprime Presenters: Amy Walsh, Rhian Wilkinson, and Clare Rustad Bird Feeder Repair Technician: Jeff Cole, VO and Editor/Producer This podcast has content that may use words and share tales that offend, please feel free to use your best discretion. Parental discretion is advised. --

On the heels of a 2-0 victory at Wanderers Grounds for our #CanWNT/#CanXNT, Rhian, Clare and Amy do a deep dive on the series vs #BRAZIL and look ahead to the BC games vs #AUSTRALIA. Plus, Childhood Halloween costumes get dissected but Clare isn't ready to let Halloween go and dons her #Pikachu costume for the duration of the pod. Fubotv is home to The Premier League in Canada. Don't miss a second of the action! Subscribe at: fubotv.com/footyprime Presenters: Amy Walsh, Rhian Wilkinson, Clare Rustad   Creepachu: Jeff Cole   This podcast has content that may use words and share tales that offend, please feel free to use your best discretion.   Parental discretion is advised.

FP the BroadsCast is back, Baby!!! Episode 9 is spurred on by #CanWNT #CanXNT clinching a berth to #Paris2024 in convincing fashion at a sold out BMO field. Craig Forrest-and his one internet lagged ball-joins Rhian and Amy as they break down Canada's tremendous bounce back performance after a dismal showing at the #FIFAWWC, Bev's brave tactical decisions and whether the soccer community can keep this momentum going. Fubotv is home to The Premier League in Canada. Don't miss a second of the action! Subscribe at: fubotv.com/footyprime Presenters: Amy Walsh, Rhian Wilkinson, Craig Forrest Internet Provider: Jeff Cole This podcast has content that may use words and share tales that offend, please feel free to use your best discretion. Parental discretion is advised.

James Sharman, Craig Forrest, Jimmy Brennan and Dan Wong welcome Amy Walsh and Rhian Wilkinson to the Foundational for all things FIFA WWC including Canada defeating Ireland and next round tactics, Messi's not so bad start and the ever-evolving "Would you play in Saudi Arabia for this amount of money?".  Also Lookey-Likey with Rhian. The Premier League has a new home in Canada this season: FuboTV. Don't miss a second of the action! Subscribe at: fubotv.com/footyprime Presenters: James Sharman, Amy Walsh, Jimmy Brennan, Craig Forrest and Dan Wong Jet Skiier: Jeff Cole This podcast has content that may use words and share tales that offend, please feel free to use your best discretion. Parental discretion is advised. Be advised this episode includes  

Welcome to the inaugural FP Broads Cast featuring Amy Walsh, Clare Rustad, and Rhian Wilkinson.  The crew chats Canada's Women's roster, the FIFA Women's World Cup, teams and players to watch, their favourite tourneys, and of course, jaunty hats. The Premier League has a new home in Canada this season: FuboTV. Don't miss a second of the action! Subscribe at: fubotv.com/footyprime Presenters:  Amy Walsh, Clare Rustad & Rhian Wilkinson Old Grey Mare: Jeff Cole This podcast has content that may use words and share tales that offend, please feel free to use your best discretion. Parental discretion is advised. Be advised this episode includes

Welcome to the inaugural FP Broads Cast featuring Amy Walsh, Clare Rustad, and Rhian Wilkinson.  The crew chats Canada's Women's roster, the FIFA Women's World Cup, teams and players to watch, their favourite tourneys, and of course, jaunty hats. Also, so good, there is a part 1 and 2.  Part 2 dropping on Sunday morning.   The Premier League has a new home in Canada this season: FuboTV. Don't miss a second of the action! Subscribe at: fubotv.com/footyprime     Presenters:  Amy Walsh, Clare Rustad & Rhian Wilkinson Biceps and Beards: Jeff Cole This podcast has content that may use words and share tales that offend, please feel free to use your best discretion. Parental discretion is advised. Be advised this episode includes explicit language.

James Sharman, Amy Walsh, Jimmy Brennan, Craig Forrest and Dan Wong, with JC, host Rhian Wilkinson, just off guest coaching with the #CANMNT for the CONCACAF Nation's League Final.  We discuss her journey as a player, her decisions on becoming a coach and what's next for her down the road.  We also play "Get to Know Me In 9 Questions with Footy Prime".  Get In!   The Premier League has a new home in Canada this season: FuboTV. Don't miss a second of the action! Subscribe at: fubotv.com/footyprime Presenters: James Sharman, Amy Walsh, Jimmy Brennan, Craig Forrest and Dan Wong   Hop Scotch King: Jeff Cole This podcast has content that may use words and share tales that offend, please feel free to use your best discretion. Parental discretion is advised. Be advised this episode includes explicit language.

The Portland Thorns are back from Bend, and the 2023 preseason is well underway. On the docket: trying to pick up the pieces after Rhian Wilkinson's resignation, navigating the team's sale after a flurry of off-field scandals, and repeat as NWSL champions. On this week's episode of Soccer Made in Portland, new Thorns coach Mike Norris joins the show to discuss the team's trip to Bend, how the group is gelling so far, his journey to becoming a first-year head coach, and a health update on reigning NWSL MVP Sophia Smith. Plus, at long last, the NWSL schedule is coming Wednesday. Timestamps: (0:00 - full time) Mike Norris interview -- Ryan Clarke, rclarke@oregonian.com, Twitter: @RyanTClarke Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sandra Herrera and Lisa Roman run through the latest news and notes around women's soccer. In the NWSL, Portland Thorns owner Merritt Paulson and Chicago Red Stars owner Arnim Whistler have announced they are selling their respective clubs. Also, following an investigation with Portland HR, Thorns head coach Rhian Wilkinson has resigned just over a month after winning the NWSL Championship. Plus, the first-ever NWSL Free Agency period has made some noise - Chicago veterans announcing they will be leaving the club and San Diego Wave signing a top goal-scorer. Also, the NCAA Division I College Soccer National Championship crowned it's champion following the UNC vs UCLA battle. Full details and breakdown.  Watch USWNT, NWSL and WSL games on P+" with a link to https://www.paramountplus.com/home/ 'Attacking Third' is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts.  Follow the Attacking Third team on Twitter: @AttackingThird, @SandHerrera_, @LRoman32 Visit the Attacking Third YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/attackingthird You can listen to Attacking Third on your smart speakers! Simply say "Alexa, play the latest episode of the Attacking Third podcast" or "Hey Google, play the latest episode of the Attacking Third podcast." For more soccer coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/soccer/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It's a rare occasion when a club-record signing isn't the top story. It's especially rare when it isn't in the top two stories, and it's not particularly close to the importance of either story above it. So it goes for those following the latest developments for PTFC. In a span of 24 hours, Merritt Paulson announced he is selling the Portland Thorns, and Thorns coach Rhian Wilkinson resigned after an investigation cleared her of an inappropriate relationship with a player. On this week's episode of Soccer Made in Portland, Chris and Ryan discuss the two major stories of the week around PTFC. Plus, Evander signing with the Timbers for a club-record fee! Very normal tertiary topic! Timestamps: (0:00 - 21:00) Merritt Paulson selling the Thorns (21:00- 44:00) Rhian Wilkinson resigns (44:00 - full time) Evander joins the Timbers Subscribe to Soccer Made in Portland anywhere you listen to podcasts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Merritt Paulson, owner of the Portland Thorns and Timbers, announced Thursday that he will sell the women's soccer team but maintain ownership of the men's team. Fans have been calling for Paulson to sell both teams — even before a recent report outlining the Portland club's role in systemic abuse and misconduct in the national women's soccer league. Paulson said that he would donate $1 million to create a Player Safety Department in the NWSL. Although head coach Rhian Wilkinson was cleared of potential wrongdoing in the report, on Friday she announced her resignation after self-disclosing that she and another player had expressed feelings for each other. Ryan Clarke is the Timbers and Thorns correspondent for The Oregonian/Oregonlive and hosts the “Soccer Made in Portland” podcast. He joins us to discuss this week's Thorns news, what's at stake and what comes next.

Sandra Herrera and Lisa Roman welcome NWSL Champion Portland Thorns head coach Rhian Wilkinson to the show. Coach Wilkinson talks about the excitement around the NWSL Championship, the celebrations, the parting in the locker room and more. Plus, she talks about some individual players - Sophia Smith, Christine Sinclair, Crystal Dunn - and how she is so lucky to have a team of iconic players. Full exclusive interview. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We survived the NWSL Championship, and we've got one of the Championship winners on this week's show! Janine Beckie is here to discuss the big game, the vibe in DC, the celebrations and what's coming up in the off-season for her (spoiler: naps). Plus… we had to do it, we detoured into plenty fo Grey's Anatomy talk (with Janine making sure we were major spoiler free).Follow our NWSL coverage at The Athletic: https://theathletic.com/football/nwsl/Follow Janine on Twitter: https://twitter.com/janinebeckieAnd Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/janinebeckie4/Meg on the Ally deal: https://theathletic.com/3742895/2022/10/29/nwsl-ally-sponsorship/Steph on Rhian Wilkinson: https://theathletic.com/3744844/2022/10/30/portland-thorns-nwsl-rhian-wilkinson/The final NWSL Chaos Column of the year from Steph: https://theathletic.com/3749537/2022/10/31/nwsl-championship-thorns-sophia-smith/Meg on the congressional letter to U.S. Soccer: https://theathletic.com/3752017/2022/11/01/nwsl-investigations-congress/For more on Paul & Sam's new USMNT podcast, From Couva to Qatar: https://theathletic.com/3748886/2022/11/01/usmnt-world-cup-podcast/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We survived the NWSL Championship, and we've got one of the Championship winners on this week's show! Janine Beckie is here to discuss the big game, the vibe in DC, the celebrations and what's coming up in the off-season for her (spoiler: naps). Plus… we had to do it, we detoured into plenty fo Grey's Anatomy talk (with Janine making sure we were major spoiler free). Follow our NWSL coverage at The Athletic: https://theathletic.com/football/nwsl/ Follow Janine on Twitter: https://twitter.com/janinebeckie And Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/janinebeckie4/ Meg on the Ally deal: https://theathletic.com/3742895/2022/10/29/nwsl-ally-sponsorship/ Steph on Rhian Wilkinson: https://theathletic.com/3744844/2022/10/30/portland-thorns-nwsl-rhian-wilkinson/ The final NWSL Chaos Column of the year from Steph: https://theathletic.com/3749537/2022/10/31/nwsl-championship-thorns-sophia-smith/ Meg on the congressional letter to U.S. Soccer: https://theathletic.com/3752017/2022/11/01/nwsl-investigations-congress/ For more on Paul & Sam's new USMNT podcast, From Couva to Qatar: https://theathletic.com/3748886/2022/11/01/usmnt-world-cup-podcast/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ahead of Timbers vs. Sounders, John Canzano hosts the BFT live from Providence Park. Canzano discusses the Timbers ongoing workplace investigation, ideal Pac-12 expansion schools, and Matt Araiza and the Bills. Canzano sits down Portland Thorns head coach Rhian Wilkinson and Portland Timbers manager Gio Savarese. He also chats with Boise State beat writer BJ Raines on whether the Broncos would be a good fit in the Pac-12 Conference. Plus, the Big Splash, the 5@5, and What's Your Peeve? Subscribe NOW to this podcast for more great content. And tune in to the BFT with John Canzano live every weekday from 3-6 p.m. on 750 The Game! Follow @JohnCanzanoBFT on Twitter

John Canzano sits down with Portland Thorns head coach Rhian Wilkinson live from Providence Park. Wilkinson touches on the state of the Thorns, the growth of the NWSL, her journey to coaching the Thorns, and much more. Subscribe NOW to this podcast for more great content. And tune in to the BFT with John Canzano live every weekday from 3-6 p.m. on 750 The Game! Follow @JohnCanzanoBFT on Twitter

On the latest episode of Soccer Made in Portland, head coach Rhian Wilkinson of the Portland Thorns joins the show to discuss her team's recent run of play, the international break, pay equity in U.S. and Canada soccer, and the enduring impact of Title IX. Post-interview, co-hosts Ryan Clarke and Chris Rifer discuss the last two games for the Timbers — a pair of must-wins against Colorado and Houston — and look ahead to a unique portion of the Thorns' schedule with players on international duty. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

‘Culture', toxic or otherwise, is invoked almost daily in sports. Like a collective mood, it is easily named but much more difficult to manage- let alone improve. Rhian Wilkinson, the new coach of the Portland Thorns, has managed to do both those things. She inherited a club that had recently endured a blistering abuse scandal. Turning that culture around is an ongoing success story, and it's by no means the only problematic situation Wilkinson has confronted in her long career. In a wide-ranging chat about her Soccer experiences in England, Wales, Norway, the U.S.A., and here in Canada (as a player on the groundbreaking national teams of 2012 and 2016), Wilkinson shares lessons learned from grassroots to elite teams. Anastasia leads Wilkinson back to England, where the younger player had to deal with boys who never passed the ball to their obviously gifted teammate. The talk moves through her national team years, when some coaching advice brought on uncomfortably necessary introspection. And jumps ahead to where Wilkinson coaches now, at the epicenter of the North American women's game. Are the Thorns the picture of a healthy team culture? G.M. Karina LeBlanc's toddler is a regular visitor in the locker room. And there are more team mate's babies on the way. A distraction in the clubhouse ? Au contraire. The team are defending league champions, and it's exactly for those little ones that Wilkinson is laying down a winning culture today. Looking closely at the unprecedented international successes for the Canadian men and women's teams, Wilkinson traces a direct line of winning ways and leadership back a decade to her teammates and then coach John Herdman. She names names- and describes how individuals from the class of 2012 have gone on to change soccer culture (there's that word again- and she does not use it casually) for the better, wherever they landed. It's the last podcast of a double season- two Olympics in the same year will do that! Anastasia is recharging her audio recording gear and POV will be back later in the summer.

We're back with another packed episode of the AFTN Soccer Show for your listening pleasure, with lots of Vancouver Whitecaps, Major League Soccer, MLS Next Pro, Canadian Premier League, and Canadian national team chat, after a very busy couple of days of football across the country. We kick off by talking Whitecaps and delve into their first home loss of the MLS season in a 3-2 defeat by Portland Timbers. Poor defending and the inability to convert their numerous chances cost them dear, but what positives can they take away from the match heading into a tough three games on the road and should they look at new tactics, new players, or both? Turning our attention to MLS Next Pro, we look at how Whitecaps FC 2's home opener went against the Timbers, get some postgame thoughts from head coach Nick Dasovic, and sit down for a chat with attacking midfielder Jay Herdman about signing his first pro deal, his step up from the academy, his first call up into the Canadian U20 set up, and an eventful time for the Herdman household. Keeping it international, we look at the Canadian women's match against Nigeria at BC Place on Friday, chat with Christine Sinclair about her post playing plans and what the launch of League1BC means to women's soccer in the province, and newly minted Hall of Famers Rhian Wilkinson and Martina Franko talk about the urgent need to get women's club teams and leagues in Canada. All of this, plus we round up the opening week's action in the Canadian Premier League and look at how the weekend's action went in the MLS West. Here's the rundown for the main segments from the episode: 02.40: Whitecaps v Timbers postgame analysis 49.38: WFC2 home opener and Nick Dasovic interview 58.29: Jay Herdman interview 73.03: Wavelength - Halftime Oranges - Single Leather Football 77.41: CanWNT chat 85.55: Christine Sinclair audio 92.10: Rhian Wilkinson and Martina Franko on Canadian club football 98.52: CPL opening weekend round-up

Vermont resident Peggy Shinn reports on her local sporting event, the Killington Skiing World Cup where favorite Mikaela Shiffrin won the Slalom ahead of her fiercest opponent Slovakian Petra Vlhova. And another American, Elana Meyers Taylor, claimed her second consecutive win in the monobob in Igles, Austria. The USWNT held Australia to a 1-1 draw in the second of their two friendly games after winning 3-1 last week in Sydney. Ashley Hatch scored her first international goal and went on to score again in the second game. Nancy has other international news including Alexia Putellas of FC Barcelona winning the 2021 Ballon d'Or, Sam Mewis moving to KC Current, Rhian Wilkinson being named Portland Thorns FC Head Coach, Emergence of new COVID-19 variant forces cancellation of Winter Universiade in Switzerland, China claims new COVID-19 Omicron variant will not force Beijing 2022 postponement, the removal of riding from modern pentathlon approved at UIPM Congress despite CAS appeal while Denmark, Sweden and Finland call UIPM Congress "farcical" with accusations of election rules breaches. Carlos Nuzman sentenced to more than 30 years in prison for Rio 2016 corruption, and Dart World Championship draw for Fallon Sherrock.Hosts: Chris Stafford & Nancy GillenRecorded: November 30, 2021For more information, links and resources and hundreds more conversations from the world of women's sport including articles, blogs, videos and podcasts visit wispsports.com. WiSP Sports is the World's First and Only Podcast Network for Women's Sport with more than 60 hosts, 1500+ episodes across 50 shows and over 7 million downloads. We are ranked in the top 2% of more than 2.71 million podcasts worldwide. WiSP Sports is on all major podcast players. Follow WiSP Sports on social media @WiSPsports. Contact us at info@wispsports.com.

Sandra Herrera and Lisa Roman run through the latest news in the world of soccer around the NWSL, the USWNT, and more. Vlatko Andinovski has announced his USWNT roster ahead of the final 2021 friendlies in Australia. The 22-woman roster includes 21 players from NWSL clubs and features a much different, younger group of players. Could this be the future USA World Cup team? CBS Sports has announced a multi-year deal to become the exclusive US and English-language rights holder of Barclay's FA Women's Super League, the top women's soccer league in Europe. Coverage will start in 2022 through the 2023-2024 WSL season. The NWSL's 12th franchise has unveiled their name, San Diego Wave FC. Sandra and Lisa discuss the announcement as well as direct listeners to their latest interview with Wave President Jill Ellis. The Portland Thorns have also announced their newest hire, Rhian Wilkinson, former Canadian international as new Head Coach following Mark Parson's departure after the season. Plus, they end the show with their Mailbag segment answering listener's questions. Leave a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts with your question and it will be answered in the Mailbag segment. USWNT Roster Announcement: 3:30 Barclay's FA Women's Super League: 26:50 San Diego Wave FC: 27:55 Portland Thorns new Head Coach Rhian Wilkinson: 29:14 Mailbag Segment: 36:28 'Attacking Third' is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts.  Follow the Attacking Third team on Twitter: @AttackingThird, @SandHerrera_, @LRoman32 Visit the Attacking Third YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/attackingthird You can listen to Attacking Third on your smart speakers! Simply say "Alexa, play the latest episode of the Attacking Third podcast" or "Hey Google, play the latest episode of the Attacking Third podcast." For more soccer coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/soccer/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Last show of the week and it comes on a day where Canadian sports history was made. The Pat Down looks at the incredible accomplishment of the Canadian women’s soccer team, and gives a tip of the cap to Deanne Rose whose goal extended the penalty shootout which Canada eventually prevailed to win. Former Canadian national team player and current assistant coach with England’s national team Rhian Wilkinson joins next and tells us how all the grassroots programs across Canada can take a piece of the gold medal win for the Canada’s women’s soccer team, why she’s so proud of Christine Sinclair, how Canada can grow the women’s game, and why the Canadian women’s team has one of the best cultures in all of the world. BC Lions radio colour analyst Giulio Caravatta follows Hashtags - the best and worst of Twitter, and tells us about all the new additions the Leos have on the roster this year, why he thinks that Canadian quarterback Nathan Rourke will be successful in the CFL, and what is on the menu in the Riders press box. The Price is Right reflects on Canada’s basketball programs falling behind other sports when it comes to representing on the worlds biggest stages. The newest addition to the Whitecaps Ryan Gauld joins next and explains how impressed he’s been with the ‘Caps training facilities, where his fitness is at right now, how he’s handling the expectations, what he knows about the MLS, and how he’s going to adapt to playing in North America. Another former Canadian national women’s soccer team player follows, as Sasha Andrews tells us how she and her former teammates all feel like they have a piece of that gold medal win, and why she feels that Christine Sinclair is the greatest of all-time. The boys play Hot Take for one last time this week. The show wraps with all the Errors & Omissions. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Guests: Dave Campbell, Producer, Inside Sports and Colour Analyst, Edmonton Elks Football, Rhian Wilkinson, Former Defender, Canadian Women's Olympic Soccer Team and Two-time Olympic Bronze Medalist and Janine Helland, Former Defender, Canadian Women's National Team.

Last show of the week and it comes on a day where Canadian sports history was made.  The Pat Down looks at the incredible accomplishment of the Canadian women's soccer team, and gives a tip of the cap to Deanne Rose whose goal extended the penalty shootout which Canada eventually prevailed to win.  Former Canadian national team player and current assistant coach with England's national team Rhian Wilkinson joins next and tells us how all the grassroots programs across Canada can take a piece of the gold medal win for the Canada's women's soccer team, why she's so proud of Christine Sinclair, how Canada can grow the women's game, and why the Canadian women's team has one of the best cultures in all of the world. BC Lions radio colour analyst Giulio Caravatta follows Hashtags - the best and worst of Twitter, and tells us about all the new additions the Leos have on the roster this year, why he thinks that Canadian quarterback Nathan Rourke will be successful in the CFL, and what is on the menu in the Riders press box.  The Price is Right reflects on Canada's basketball programs falling behind other sports when it comes to representing on the worlds biggest stages.  The newest addition to the Whitecaps Ryan Gauld joins next and explains how impressed he's been with the ‘Caps training facilities, where his fitness is at right now, how he's handling the expectations, what he knows about the MLS, and how he's going to adapt to playing in North America. Another former Canadian national women's soccer team player follows, as Sasha Andrews tells us how she and her former teammates all feel like they have a piece of that gold medal win, and why she feels that Christine Sinclair is the greatest of all-time. The boys play Hot Take for one last time this week. The show wraps with all the Errors & Omissions.    See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ben Ennis and Stephen Brunt host! The guys open the show by sharing their thoughts on the Canadian women's soccer team winning gold in Tokyo. Rhian Wilkinson (20:03), former member of the Canadian women's national program, discusses the significance of Canada's gold medal win, the unique chemistry of this year's team, and Christine Sinclair's legacy. […]

This episode is another in the series of Performance conversations with my good friend Dom Gauthier. Our Guest this week is former Canadian Women's Soccer National Team member Rhian Wilkinson.  Rhian retired several years ago and became a development coach for the women's program in Canada, and has recently taken on a role with Team GB as the Assistant Coach.  We go deeper on the subject of women in sport, especially around the area of coaching, the good, the bad, and the ugly.  Enjoy!

Culture Soccer est heureux de vous présenter son podcast hebdomadaire avec « CS à l’Érable », le podcast 100% dédié au soccer canadien. Cette semaine, Hady Raphael, Daniel Cameron et Alex Rupert font le tour de l'actualité canadienne, parlant du début de la saison 2021 en CanPL, du programme des entraineurs pour les joueurs de haut niveau, de la nouvelle règle concernant les U21 en CanPL, de Rhian Wilkinson et de la SheBelieves Cup.Présenté par Hady Raphael, Daniel Cameron et Alex RupertMontage : Antony de VarennesMusique : Culture Soccer de Stojak

The latest AFTN Soccer Show is out for another packed show of Vancouver Whitecaps, Major League Soccer, and Canadian football chat.2021 hasn't started great and people are already trying to cancel their first month's trial. But it has been a very busy start to the year in North American soccer circles.In Major League Soccer, the players and the league look set to be on a collision course that could delay the start of the season or even lead to a lock out after the league enforce force majeure and want to rip up the collective bargaining agreement in place.MLS Commissioner Don Garber made comments to the media on Tuesday that raised the players' ire and MLSPA Executive Director Bob Foose responded with a media call of his own the following day. We bring you the most important highlights from that call and discuss what's played out this past week.We also look at the big talking points coming out of the three Canadian clubs this week as Montreal rebrand, Toronto appoint a new head coach, and Vancouver are excited that someone is good at video games. We also hear audio from the CF Montreal and Chris Armas introductory press conferences.Plus we chat about the Canadian men's national team camp in Florida, the upcoming U23 Olympic qualifiers, Rhian Wilkinson stepping down from the women's program, and Westhills Stadium getting a new name.Here's the rundown for the main segments from the episode:03.03: Don Garber raises players' ire once again11.39: MLSPA Executive Director Bob Foose43.45: Are the players and the league on a collision course?64.44: Montreal Impact rebrand94.36: Toronto FC appoint Chris Armas as head coach125.55: Canadian football round up - Florida camp, Olympic Qualifiers, Rhian Wilkinson steps down, Westhills Stadium is no more136.05: Wavelength - Neil Grant - There's Nae Team Like Scotland

In this episode we talk about: - the announcement that the CANWNT will be in the 2021 SheBelieves Cup - Canadian NWSL draftees - Rhian Wilkinson leaving her Canada Soccer positions For Kicks is a proud member of the Alberta Podcast Network. Locally grown. Community supported.

Happy New Year and 'Lang May Yer Lum Reek', as we say in Scotland. We hope you've all had an enjoyable festive period and we want to wish you a happy and healthy 2019. Thanks for all your support of AFTN in 2018. We've a lot of new and exciting things planned for the coming year, so stay tuned! And what better way to kick of the new year than with the latest episode of the AFTN Soccer Show?! We sit down for a lengthy chat with former Canadian Women's national team player, and new Vancouver Whitecaps Super REX Elite Girls head coach Rhian Wilkinson to talk about her new role, the recent U17 World Cup in Uruguay, Canada's chances at this summer's Women's World Cup in France, the Ballon d'Or twerking controversy, and more. Plus we hear from FC Cincinnati head coach Alan Koch after last month's expansion draft, as he prepares for his side's first season in MLS, and we chat with Colorado Rapids Scottish winger Sam Nicholson about life in MLS so far, and what tempted him to leave the Scottish Premier League for the US at such an early stage of his career. Here's the rundown for the main segments from the episode:03.08: Rhian Wilkinson interview30.50: Wavelength - The Exiles - The One And Only Peter Beardsley36.44: Alan Koch audio and FC Cincinnati chat52.19: Sam Nicholson interview

On episode six, Tristan D’Amours and Alexander Perez welcome former head coach of the Concordia Stingers Women’s soccer team Jorge Sanchez. The hosts talk to the former coach, that was inducted last week in the Lac Saint Louis hall of fame, about his retirement, his relationship with Canada U17 national team head coach Rhian Wilkinson […]

This episode features Rhian Wilkinson who was a professional soccer player and member of Canada's Women's National Team for 13 years. She is one of a very select group of players ever to appear in 150 games for Canada. As a member of the national team, she won a bronze medal at the London Olympic games and has further competed at four world cups and two other Olympic games.  She has been a pioneer of women's soccer in Canada and now continues to build her legacy in coaching today.

What we cover: “If you want something badly enough, you don’t make sacrifices. You make choices.” – Rhian Wilkinson Today’s Guest Titan chat is a wee bit of a deviation from the norm – and I am so glad about it. Today, I have a guest co-host in the form of 12-year-old Alex Vietch, herself a serious athlete – she’s a track star and a soccer freak, in a good way. She asked me once if I ever were to interview one of the women from Team Canada, if she could maybe come and say hi, but we did one better. When I found out that Rhian Wilkinson, 3-time Olympian and today’s Guest Titan was up for it, I asked Alex if she wouldn’t mind being my co-host. And, because Alex is one of those kids who personifies carpe diem, of course she was in! The impact of women athletes on the positive self-image of young girls and boys – because they too get to see another definition of what it means to be a powerful, strong woman – cannot be understated. To that end, I want to give a shout-out to two of my young friends on the east coast of Canada as well – a big hello to Elle and Lauren Davidson, sisters who themselves are so into the game of soccer in the province of New Brunswick. It was a bit of a coincidence really, on the day I interviewed Rhian – who is the aunt of one of my daughter’s friends – she was on her way back east to run a camp with teammates and today business colleagues within the scope of their incredible enterprise called iS4 -- Christine Sinclair, Karina LeBlanc, Diana Matheson. Well, turns out, one of my oldest and best friends, Alison, had put her two rock star daughters in the camp – and Alison told me that as a mother, she was moved to tears. That our girls are so privileged to have exposure to these resilient, accomplished women – women who teach girls that they are not to be relegated to the sidelines, that to be strong and powerful is the only option, that to work one another – our sisters on the field and off – is a surefire way to build a network and a life of support and love and memories and empowerment. I was so thrilled to have Alex join us for this important conversation. If you are a parent, this is one for the kids too. If you’re going on a road trip, or running errands, have this one on in the car.  MJDionne.com 

Women's World Football Show, Episode 92 features exclusive interviews with Canada legend Rhian Wilkinson; Durham winger Emily Roberts; Aussie striker Remy Siemsen; and Australian sports writer Cheryl Downes.

Well a Ho Ho Ho and Merry Christmas to you and yours. Hope you're having a wonderful festive period, with lots of fun and family traditions. Let us bring you ours, with the 2016 Christmas Special of the AFTN soccer podcast. We chat with Carl Robinson, David Edgar, and Fraser Aird about Boxing Day and New Years Day football action. What it's like to play in and go to those matches, do they miss it, and what are some of their favourite Christmas footballing memories and players and as fans. Robbo is currently in the UK to spend the holidays with his family, but he'll be taking in a couple of games and scouting a few players along the way. There's been a number of UK players head to MLS over the last few years, some more successful than others, but there's not been that many managers. We chat with Robbo about why that might be. We also catch up with four members of the Canadian Women's national team - Karina Leblanc, Diana Matheson, Christine Sinclair, and Rhian Wilkinson - and chat about just what it was they strived for in their teenage years and what they strive for now in their lives after launching their new business venture iS4. Plus there's lots of festive music along the way and we finally bring you a special announcement about the future of the podcast. There's a lot of festive fun to be had, so have a listen.

Rhian Wilkinson who is a defender on the Canadian national women's soccer team talks to Dave Campbell about the upcoming Summer Games. Plus Dave talks to Dan Murphy from Vancouver about the Canucks off season plans.

Yahoo Canada's Olympics expert Karina LeBlanc is back in the host chair for this special edition of the podcast. Karina is joined by Canadian women's national team veterans Diana Matheson, Desiree Scott, and Rhian Wilkinson to talk about how their lives have changed since taking bronze at the 2012 Olympics in London, how the 2016 Games will be different, and share many laughs.

The Road to Rio begins for Canada's women's national team on Thursday when the CONCACAF Olympic qualifying tournament takes place in Texas. Canada looks well placed to make it to the 2016 Olympics in Brazil and we have you covered with a special podcast dedicated to the women's team. We hear from head coach John Herdman, who chats about his new look roster, the qualification campaign ahead and the future for the Canadian women's program. We welcome one of the veterans of the team back to show as we chat with Rhian Wilkinson about the pressures of last year's World Cup, the changing of the guard, the exciting new crop of young talent coming through and the future of women's soccer in Canada beginning with this Olympic campaign. One of the newer faces during the World Cup is now one of the veterans. Allysha Chapman talks to us about her breakout tournament last summer, taking on a leadership role within the team, the Olympic quest and the legacy for the women's game in Canada. Now our knowledge of the women's game has some gaps, so we turn to an expert to look ahead to the tournament and how Canada might fare, as we chat with journalist, and AFTN regular, Harjeet Johal. Have a listen!

The 2015 Women's World Cup is just over a week away. Forget all the FIFA scandals for now and look forward to what football should be about, the actual action on the pitch. So join us for the second of our special Canadian Women's National Team pre-World Cup podcasts. We look at the strengths and weaknesses of the Canadian team and their opponents with the help of Harjeet Johal. Where will Canada finish? Who is going to win the whole thing? And who are the dark horses to watch out for? We also bring you more of our fun chats with the CWNT players. Kicking things off is goalkeeper Erin McLeod, as we delve into the mind of the player on the pitch and the artist and speaker off it. Another goalie is next up, with Karina Leblanc the latest to spill the beans on her friends and squad member with our latest instalment of "Teammates. You know that's going to be radio gold. From the oldest player on the team to the youngest! We chat with new sensation Jessie Fleming about coming into a group of players that's been together so long, what she learned at the U20 World Cup, her plans for the future and do her teammates try and sneak her into clubs?! We finish up our players chat with one of our faves, the Destroyer, Desiree Scott as we talk playing in England, nicknames and fish and chips! And there's still time to talk jam, with Emily Zurrer, Rhian Wilkinson, Allysha Chapman and Diana Matheson. Have a listen!

The 2015 FIFA Women's World Cup kicks off a month to this very day in Edmonton (hopefully without any snow). With the eyes of the world's game focusing on Canada for a month or so, we thought we'd get you in the mood with the first of two Canadian Women's National Team special podcasts that we'll be bringing your way before the tournament kicks off. We'll be talking with a number of different aspects to the CWNT - coaches, players and fans. Kicking things off is head coach John Herdman, who talks a little bit about some of the players announced to his World Cup squad and what the thrills of playing at home will mean to him and the team. We kick off our chats with the players with our first ever CWNT "Teammates" section, as Emily Zurrer shares some insights and home truths about the team. Who has the worst dress sense? Who's the most intelligent? And who takes the longest in the shower and in front of the bathroom mirror? All this and more inside info! One name that cropped up a few times in Emily's "Teammates" section (and Karina Leblanc's which you'll hear in another episode) was midfielder Rhian Wilkinson. Now, I have to admit here, Rhian was my particular favourite player we spoke with for these two podcasts. She was great fun to chat with (not the others weren't, but we could have chatted with her for way longer than we did!) and we covered a whole host of topics including what playing a World Cup in Canada means to her, the learning process from tournaments past and whether a coaching role is in her plans after she finishes playing. Away from the playing side we find out about her podcast habits, her childhood without television and playing so many other sports, whose Panini sticker she carried around and we try and get her to write for us here at AFTN (the offer of which is still open Rhi!!). Taking a break from the players for a few minutes, we chat with one of the leading lights of the Voyageurs supporters' group of west, Curva Collective member Zachary Meisenheimer. Zach talks to us about what having the tournament here means to the fans and how they plan to support not just the CWNT but the whole tournament. One of the newest faces in the squad is Allysha Chapman. After only getting her first senior cap last October, the 26-year-old is now set to play a World Cup on home soil. We talk to Allysha about her journey, what it was like coming into such a close knit group, playing in Sweden, how hard it is to keep hold of mascots hands, her love of Maple Leafs and maple butter, and we find out who sent her an email saying "we're watching you"! A player who was touch and go to make the World Cup roster was one of our particular favourite players, Diana Matheson. The midfield dynamo talks to us about her recovery from her two injuries, the x-factor John Herdman brings to the team, what the girls learned from the 2011 World Cup and 2012 Olympic experiences, dealing with the mental pressures and advantages of playing a World Cup on home soil and her Netflix habits. And there's still time for some more jam talk, this time with Erin McLeod and Karina Leblanc, the youngest player on the squad, striker Jessie Fleming and midfielder Desiree Scott. Have a listen!

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