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Music: District Four by Kevin MacLeod Link: incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3662-district-four License: creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/In this edition of The Bad Hombres FC Podcast, José and Mario discuss D.C. United's win over the Philadelphia Union, the Black and Red's hunt for a third designated player, and catching up with the Washington Spirit. Rate and Subscribe!
Lisa Carlin, Darian Jenkins, and McCall Zerboni kick off by celebrating the U.S. Women's Olympic Gold in hockey (02:30), then dive into the UEFA Women's Champions League Playoff second legs (06:30). Manchester United impress in their inaugural UWCL run with a 5-0 aggregate over Atlético Madrid, while Wolfsburg upend Juventus and bust a few brackets along the way! Next, the crew breaks down the mouthwatering quarterfinals: Barcelona vs. Real Madrid, Arsenal vs. Chelsea, Manchester United vs. Bayern Munich, and Wolfsburg vs. OL Lyonnes (11:15). Special guest Imani Dorsey joins to talk about retirement, advocacy with the Black Women's Players Collective, and her role at Duke University as a Climate Sustainability Officer (26:00). Finally, the crew previews the NWSL season with a deep dive look Gotham FC and Washington Spirit - analyzing key players, season outlooks, and what to watch in 2026 (50:10). Watch USWNT and NWSL games on P+" with a link to https://www.paramountplus.com/home/ Attacking Third is available for free on the Audacy app as well as Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher and wherever else you listen to podcasts. Follow the Attacking Third team on Twitter: @AttackingThird, @LisaCarlin32, @SandHerrera_, @Darian_Jenks, and @CCupo. Visit the Attacking Third YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@wgolazo 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
Cristina Alexander is joined by analyst Natalia Astrain and special guest Claire Hutton after the NWSL trade market erupted with two headline moves: Hutton to Bay FC for $1.1M and Croix Bethune to the Kansas City Current for $1M. Hutton jumps on live to share her reaction, what attracted her to Bay FC, and what she's most excited to bring to her new club. Then the crew breaks down Bethune's fit in Kansas City, debates which team made the bigger move, and discusses what's next for the Washington Spirit.The show also turns to the international stage as Emma Hayes releases the USWNT SheBelieves Cup roster, plus reactions to Ali Krieger's Media Day sit-downs with Trinity Rodman, Riley Jackson, and Gisele Thompson—including Natalia's unique perspective on Jackson and Thompson. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Recently the Washington Spirit dropped a Black History Month capsule in partnership with supporters' group, Rose Room Collective. Since this is a first-of-its-kind NWSL collab, Annie & André had to get the scoop on how it all went down with co-founder of Rose Room Collective, Aaron Bland!We discuss how the collaboration came about, celebrating real DC in the design, what it means for a club to embed itself in a community, DC sports fandom, and a lot more.Thank you for listening, please subscribe, rate, and review — it means a lot to us!
Cristina Alexander is joined by analyst Natalia Astrain and special guest Claire Hutton after the NWSL trade market erupted with two headline moves: Hutton to Bay FC for $1.1M and Croix Bethune to the Kansas City Current for $1M. Hutton jumps on live to share her reaction, what attracted her to Bay FC, and what she's most excited to bring to her new club. Then the crew breaks down Bethune's fit in Kansas City, debates which team made the bigger move, and discusses what's next for the Washington Spirit.The show also turns to the international stage as Emma Hayes releases the USWNT SheBelieves Cup roster, plus reactions to Ali Krieger's Media Day sit-downs with Trinity Rodman, Riley Jackson, and Gisele Thompson—including Natalia's unique perspective on Jackson and Thompson. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
The 2026 NWSL season is officially in sight! On today's episode of the Pride Pod, we're breaking down the Orlando Pride 2026 Preseason Schedule—including a heavy-hitting lineup of scrimmages against the Washington Spirit, Racing Louisville, and the 2025 Champions, Gotham FC.But the biggest headline? Luana. After a legendary return to form last season following her battle with Hodgkin's lymphoma, she has officially been called back up to the Brazilian National Team. We discuss what this means for our midfield anchor as she prepares for another dominant year in purple.Inside the Pride Pod:• Preseason Road Map: Dates and details for the February/March scrimmages at IMG Academy and beyond.• Seleção Return: Luana's call-up and how she's inspiring the global soccer community.• Fan Kickoff Events: "Pour Overs with Pride," the Secondary Kit launch, and "Pints with Pride" dates you need to know.• NWSL Blockbuster Trades: Why the league is reeling from the Croix Bethune and Claire Hutton moves.Don't forget to LIKE and SUBSCRIBE for the most authentic Orlando Pride coverage!#OrlandoPride #Luana #NWSL #OrlandoSoccer #BrazilWNT #NWSLPreseason #LoudAndProud #NWSL2026 #CroixBethune #WomenSoccer
Watch or listen to episode 315 of the Digital and Social Media Sports podcast, in which Neil chatted with Paige Price, Social Media Creator for the Washington Spirit NWSL Club. Paige discusses building her career in sports and content, her role with the Washington Spirit, getting to know the players and creating content with them, … Continue reading Episode 315: Paige Price on Making Washington Spirit Players Relatable, Team Social Media, the Big Trinity Rodman Return, and more
The Kansas City Current made big news last week by acquiring Croix Bethune from the Washington Spirit and trading Claire Hutton to Bay FC.
In this episode, LDG debriefs Croix Bethune's 1 million dollar move from the Washington Spirit to KC Current + Claire Hutton's 1.1 million Transfer to Bay FC! He also shares his opinions on two beloved players making a move at this time in the offseason, what this new era of Bay FC, with a new coaching/sporting staff, seems to be built around, and how this move asserts Bay into the playoff race.He shares what these moves mean for the Washington Spirit and KC Current, in regard to losing such key players, and how Bay FC and KC Current might deploy these players come the start of the NWSL season.This is a must-listen episode if you want to understand how these moves will affect the players involved, and how LDG thinks these players will fit into their new sides.Thank you for listening! Remember to follow us wherever you get your podcasts, on Instagram (@the_womens_soccer_podcast) and Bluesky (@thewomenssoccerpod.bsky.social). In addition, leave a 5-star review and tell all your friends about our show!
Send us a textOn this episode of the MLS Aces Podcast, Tom & Jason chat through all things: -San Diego FC's huge 4-1 win over Pumas in CONCACAF Champions Cup-Obed Vargas's dream transfer from the Seattle Sounders to Atletico Madrid-Reports that Minnesota United are close to signing James Rodriguez-Trinity Rodman's record breaking contract with the Washington Spirit & NWSL drama with it-Crystal Dunn's retirement from professional soccer-Christian "Chicho" Arango's departure from San Jose Earthquakes-St. Louis City's off-season acquiring Mbacke Fall, Dante Polvara, Daniel Edelman & more!-Philadelphia Union's multiple centerback signings this off-season-New York Red Bulls new DP signing of Jorge Ruvalcaba & transfer out of Noah Eile-Columbus Crew's transfer of Jacen Russell-Rowe to Ligue 1-Portland Timbers acquiring Cole Bassett from Colorado Rapids-And much more! Make sure to follow us on all platforms below: Twitter: @MLSAces, @TomSweez @JasonVevang Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/mlsaces.bsky.social YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=57HyLwm_4KE Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2fm8aU6lSzwSFIfotfpldh?si=3a2afac5cd624073&nd=1&dlsi=6515bdde8a6f4d27Support the show
Philly is officially Unrivaled. The City of Brotherly Love hosted two electric games, and Marina Mabrey stole the spotlight with a jaw-dropping 47-point eruption in front of 21,000 buzzing fans. Over in the NWSL, Trinity Rodman locked in a historic contract to stay with the Washington Spirit, igniting league-wide conversations about the new High Impact Player rule and what's next with the Players Association. But for now, women's soccer fans can celebrate keeping a generational talent on U.S. soil.On the tennis courts, Elena Rybakina claimed the first Grand Slam of the year at the Australian Open. Her celebration may have been ice-cold, but her game was anything but. She brought pure power, ruthless precision, and a statement win to set the tone for the season.Then we flip into full Olympic preview mode as the road to the Milano Cortina Winter Olympics heats up. From Lindsey Vonn's return to competitive skiing to Mikaela Shiffrin's redemption arc, plus the always-intense USA vs. Canada women's hockey rivalry, we break down everything you need to know. Add in figure skating dream teams and brand-new Olympic events, and this episode is packed wall-to-wall with must-know updates across women's sports.If you rate Women's Sports Weekly 5 stars, send a screenshot and you will receive a sticker!SUBSCRIBE TO WOMEN'S SPORTS WEEKLY YouTubeSpotifyApple Podcasts FOLLOW WOMEN'S SPORTS WEEKLY ON SOCIALInstagramTikTokCONTACT WomensSportsWeeklyPod@gmail.com Women's Sports Weekly is created, produced, edited, and hosted by Carolyn Bryan and Danielle Bryan. Research by Madeline Schallmoser. Music is by the talented Melvin Alexander Black.
In today's episode, Liam revives a prior series from the beginning of the podcast, Woso Weekly, covering the latest news in women's soccer with insightful analysis.He covers the USWNT's dominant January camp, as the side rolled to back-to-back shutout wins, while showcasing the next wave of talent in Emma Hayes' evolving player pool. He talks about how even with a heavily rotated and relatively inexperienced squad, the U.S. still delivered, as first-time goal scorers and USWNT senior debuts highlighted the team's growing depth. LDG named players who stood out, like Trinity Rodman, who stood out as both a consistent goal scorer and emerging leader, while performances from players like Ally Sentnor, Reilyn Turner, Emma Sears, and Croix Bethune underlined how competitive the forward and attacking midfield picture is becoming ahead of the SheBelieves Cup and World Cup qualifying later this year.The episode also talks about the broader landscape of the women's game, including the inaugural FIFA Women's Champions Cup, and what the competition reveals about commercial progress and lingering challenges. While FIFA's record-setting prize money signals real financial investment, which poses long-term benefits for the stability of the sport, as the prize money will be reinvested into the sport, there were some disappointments, as LDG highlights, that raised questions about sustainability and execution. He chats about Gotham's loss to Corinthians and Arsenal's dominance, adding context to a tournament that reflects both how far the women's club game has come and how much work remains for the future.Lastly, he talks about Crystal Dunn's retirement and Trinity Rodman's record-breaking contract with the Washington Spirit. As mentioned in the episode, to hear more about Trinity Rodman's move, we did a deep-dive on the Trinity Rodman contract negotiations with the Washington Spirit.Thank you for listening! Remember to follow us wherever you get your podcasts, on Instagram (@the_womens_soccer_podcast) and Bluesky (@thewomenssoccerpod.bsky.social). In addition, leave a 5-star review and tell all your friends about our show!ICYMI, here are some of our recent episodes that you should save to check out later!We reviewed the 15 biggest moves of the NWSL offseason so far, an episode that perfectly serves as a comprehensive yet not too detailed analysis of the moves that have shaken up the league this offseason.We recently interviewed London City Lionesses and England Youth National Team goalkeeper Sophia Poor. It was such a great conversation, I was honored to work with such a big club, so be sure to check it out!
It's a big week in the WoSo world! Tobin and Christen discuss the nuances of Trinity Rodman's record-smashing deal with Washington Spirit, and the league's tricky high impact player rule. Then, CP and T chat with the Founder & Creative Director of Dead Dirt, Domo Wells about repping D.C. with the Spirit, her game-changing collection and partnership with the NWSL, and why curating a team's local style is imperative to success. Support immigrant communities and those impacted by ICE: Immigrant Law Center of Minnesota (ILCM) https://www.ilcm.org/ Unidos MN https://unidos-mn.org/ Immigrant Rapid Response Fund https://www.wfmn.org/funds/immigrant-rapid-response ACLU of Minnesota https://www.aclu-mn.org/ CAPI (Centre for Asian and Pacific Islanders) https://www.capiusa.org/ Call your representatives: https://5calls.org/ For more on Dead Dirt's collection with the NWSL, head here: https://deaddirt.store/collections/nwsl-teams New episodes every week. Watch the video version of the show on YouTube. Sign up for our newsletter, The RE—SET: https://re-website.com/pages/newsletter Follow RE: https://www.instagram.com/re__inc/ https://www.tiktok.com/@re__inc https://twitter.com/re__inc https://www.threads.net/@re__inc Follow Tobin: https://www.instagram.com/tobinheath https://twitter.com/TobinHeath Follow Christen: https://www.instagram.com/christenpress https://twitter.com/ChristenPress 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
Cristina Alexander and Ali Kreiger react to the news that Trinity Rodman has signed a new contract with the Washington Spirit that has made her the highest-paid women's soccer player globally. Next they discuss the USWNT's rout of Paraguay and how some key players performed. Finally, the crew reacts to Emily Keogh's conversation with UEFA head of Women's Football Nadine Kessler. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Trinity Rodman's new contract with the Washington Spirit is more than a star re-signing — it's a statement about where the National Women's Soccer League is headed. In this segment, we break down why it mattered that the league and the Spirit found a way to keep one of the game's most important players at home, including the flexibility shown to make the deal work. We also look at Rodman's impact on the field and on the broader U.S. soccer landscape, and why her presence elevates competition, visibility, and ambition across the league. Finally, we zoom out to the bigger picture: a league that is maturing as a business, adapting in real time, and understanding that star power — when handled responsibly — drives long-term growth.
Cristina Alexander and Ali Kreiger react to the news that Trinity Rodman has signed a new contract with the Washington Spirit that has made her the highest-paid women's soccer player globally. Next they discuss the USWNT's rout of Paraguay and how some key players performed. Finally, the crew reacts to Emily Keogh's conversation with UEFA head of Women's Football Nadine Kessler. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
The Orlando Pride are officially back at Sylvan Lake Park for the 2026 preseason, but where are the games? On today's episode of Loud and Proud Orlando, we're breaking down the first week of training and why the club hasn't announced any public friendlies yet.Plus, we dive into the massive news shaking the NWSL: Trinity Rodman's landmark contract extension with the Washington Spirit. We explain the brand-new High Impact Player (HIP) Rule—the mechanism that made Rodman the highest-paid player in the world—and discuss exactly how the Orlando Pride can use this $1,000,000 "off-cap" fund to bring more world-class talent to the City Beautiful.In this episode:Training Ground Updates: Who's back and what we're seeing from Seb Hines.The Preseason Mystery: Why the silence on public matches?The Rodman Effect: Breaking down the first $2M/year NWSL contract.HIP Rule 101: Eligibility, the $1M cap-exemption, and potential targets for the Pride.#OrlandoPride #NWSL #LoudAndProud #WomensSoccer #TrinityRodman #HIPRule #OrlandoSoccer #NWSL2026
Ricardo Pepi could be on the move again — but is Fulham the right next step for the USMNT striker? Christian and Alexis break down what a Premier League switch would mean for Pepi's development and confidence. Plus, they shine a light on Pellegrino Matarazzo's impressive rise at Real Sociedad and why his success in La Liga matters for American managers abroad.Michael Carrick continues to impress on the touchline, but is he truly ready to become Manchester United's full-time head coach? The guys debate Carrick's tactical growth, leadership style, and whether United's chaotic environment would help or hinder his evolution as a manager.The NWSL locks in one of its biggest stars as Trinity Rodman stays put — but what does that decision say about the league's future? Christian and Alexis discuss player power, league ambition, and whether keeping top talent at home strengthens the NWSL's global standing or limits its stars' potential.Timestamps:(9:00) – Right time for Ricardo Pepi to move to Fulham?(24:30) – Pellegrino Matarazzo shines early at Real Sociedad(36:30) – Michael Carrick ready to be Man United's full-time head coach?(48:30) – Trinity Rodman gets Paid! But what does it mean for the NWSL? Subscribe to The Cooligans on your favorite podcast app:
The Washington Spirit and Trinity Rodman have agreed to a three-year contract to remain with the Spirit and the NWSL. The Attacking Third crew jumps on an emergency pod to talk all things Rodman and what it means for the USWNT forward, the Spirit, and the NWSL. #cbsports #cbssportsgolazo #nwsl #trinityrodman #washingtonspirit #uswnt 00:00 - Breaking news: Trinity Rodman resigns with Washington Spirit 07:01 - What does this say that Rodman is staying in the NWSL? 11:00 - Is it the HIP Rule or the Rodman Rule? 16:00 - Defining the era of Rodman at Washington Spirit Watch USWNT and NWSL games on P+" with a link to https://www.paramountplus.com/home/ Attacking Third is available for free on the Audacy app as well as Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher and wherever else you listen to podcasts. Follow the Attacking Third team on Twitter: @AttackingThird, @LisaCarlin32, @SandHerrera_, @Darian_Jenks, and @CCupo. Visit the Attacking Third YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@wgolazo 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
Welcome to the 191st episode of Guarani Vision, the first-ever podcast dedicated to Paraguayan football in English! With Roberto Rojas, he is joined by his trustworthy co-hosts Fede Perez & Ralph Hannah.In this episode, we talk about the big transfers that have happened in the last week, including Claudia Martinez's move to the NWSL side, Washington Spirit and Angel Romero's move to Boca Juniors, among others.Be sure to like, comment, and subscribe! Twitter Accounts: Roberto Rojas- https://twitter.com/RobertoRojas97Federico Perez- https://twitter.com/FedeGolPerezMaria Britos- https://twitter.com/CeciiBritosRalph Hannah- https://twitter.com/paraguayralphAlso donate at: https://buymeacoffee.com/guaranivision
Annie, Ella & André aren't quiiiiite ready to let go of the Washington Spirit's 2025 season just yet!We discussed nominees, then asked for your votes, and have now tallied them and sat down to unveil our six winners for the season. Find out who won our awards for Biggest Surprise, Big Damn Hero, Goal, Assist and Defensive Play of the Year, and of course, who will be the second ever recipient of our MVP award, the Candy Corn Crown.Thank you for listening, please subscribe, rate, and review — it means a lot to us!
Pat Forde predicts his National Champion in the CFP Week 16 in the NFL already started off with a bang Andi Sullivan was out for the season why happy with the result
Texas A&M shocks Nebraska in the Elite Eight of the NCAA Volleyball Tournament, snapping the Cornhuskers' undefeated season and ending their title hopes in stunning fashion. A true team effort toppled one of the most dominant volleyball programs in the country.Plus, the latest WNBA CBA proposal raises big questions about pay equity in women's basketball. Why does fair pay still come with strings attached and more work? With the WNBA season looming, will the league and players actually reach a new collective bargaining agreement in time?And in NWSL news, the Washington Spirit are pulling out all the stops to keep superstar Trinity Rodman stateside. But the league isn't thrilled with the “spirit” of the deal. Is a new “High Impact Player” designation enough to prevent a move overseas?From college volleyball chaos to pro women's sports power plays, we break it all down. Tune in!If you rate Women's Sports Weekly 5 stars, send a screenshot and you will receive a sticker!SUBSCRIBE TO WOMEN'S SPORTS WEEKLY YouTubeSpotifyApple Podcasts FOLLOW WOMEN'S SPORTS WEEKLY ON SOCIALInstagramTikTokCONTACT WomensSportsWeeklyPod@gmail.com Women's Sports Weekly is created, produced, edited, and hosted by Carolyn Bryan and Danielle Bryan. Research by Madeline Schallmoser. Music is by the talented Melvin Alexander Black.
In today's episode, we break down three major stories shaking up the American soccer landscape.We start with the ongoing contract standoff between Trinity Rodman, the Washington Spirit, and the NWSL. We discuss a situation that puts a spotlight on the league's salary cap, free agency rights, and whether the current CBA can actually support its biggest stars.From there, we shift breaking down the MLS Cup Final, where Lionel Messi delivered again with two assists, securing Inter Miami's first-ever championship. We look at what it says about Miami's transformation and what Messi's influence means moving forward.We close by getting into the 2026 World Cup draw with Ken's list of his top moments/storylines from the event.
Hailie Mace is officially an Orlando Pride player! We break down the massive three-year signing, what she brings to the squad, and what it means for the Pride's defense in 2026. Plus, who will step into the general manager role after Haley Carter's departure to the Washington Spirit? We discuss the top candidates and the state of the front office. Finally, we dive deep into the shocking Trinity Rodman contract veto and the NWSLPA grievance—is the NWSL's salary cap broken? We also look at the biggest names still left on the 2026 NWSL free agent market that the Pride should be targeting!#OrlandoPride #NWSL #Woso
We break down the championship weekend across both leagues, starting with the NWSL final featuring Washington Spirit v Gotham! Then, it's on to MLS Cup Vancouver v Miami revealing the winning margins. Finally, we bring it home to the LA Galaxy, Christian and Michelle critically examine the Galaxy's defense and goalkeeping and what has to change to compete for hardware.
Haley Carter, the Washington Spirit’s new President of Soccer Operations, joins Sarah to discuss her decision to leave the Orlando Pride for D.C., the league rejecting the long-term deal the Spirit agreed to with Trinity Rodman, what comes next in the team’s efforts to keep Rodman, and her take on the NWSL’s gender policy. Plus, raise it to the rafters, a Wave of fun, and the College Cup finale is here. Watch San Diego’s fun antics at World Sevens here, here and here Read Kendra Andrews’ feature on Flau’jae Johnson here Learn more about the mother-daughter duo competing in the FA Cup here Leave us a voicemail at 872-204-5070 or send us a note at goodgame@wondermedianetwork.com Follow Sarah on social! Bluesky: @sarahspain.com Instagram: @Spain2323 Follow producer Alex Azzi! Bluesky: @byalexazzi.bsky.social Instagram: @AzziArtwork See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Sandra Herrera, along with McCall Zerboni and Jen Beattie, gives their full reaction to the news that broke (2:47) when the NWSL rejected the Washington Spirit's offer to retain Trinity Rodman in the league. Can the league afford to lose Rodman? (22:58), and perhaps the bigger question, can the Spirit afford to lose Rodman? (26:31)? Plus the crew speculates where she could end up if she moves to Europe (29:41). Next, we take a spin around the NWSL to catch up on the other news around the league. (37:00). Watch USWNT and NWSL games on P+" with a link to https://www.paramountplus.com/home/ Attacking Third is available for free on the Audacy app as well as Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher and wherever else you listen to podcasts. Follow the Attacking Third team on Twitter: @AttackingThird, @LisaCarlin32, @SandHerrera_, @Darian_Jenks, and @CCupo. Visit the Attacking Third YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@wgolazo 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
The NWSLPA's Meghann Burke joins Sam to break down the latest on Trinity Rodman contract discussions including the NWSL's attempt to block the Washington Spirit's offer and how the PA is fighting to keep players in the league.SUBSCRIBE TO THE WOMEN'S GAME NEWSLETTER: https://mibcourage.co/42X5HpBSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Annie, Ella & André take a seat and pull out the scrapbook to review the Washington Spirit's 2025 season!But first, they discuss the breaking news of former Orlando Pride general manager, Haley Carter, joining the Spirit as President of Soccer Operations. We get into Carter's background, the job ahead, and the magnitude of the move.Ok and then we get back to our 2025 season wrapup. From the Challenge Cup win to being scared of every availability report to an unexpected coaching change and another fun playoff run to another NWSL Championship — we take a look back at it all.Then, it's YOUR turn to have some fun! We're gathering nominees for our upcoming 2025 Hey Spirits Awards and need
In this episode, we delve into one of the most intriguing storylines in women's soccer: Trinity Rodman's entry into free agency. Having rapidly risen to stardom as one of the sport's most dynamic young talents, Rodman finds herself at a pivotal crossroads in her career, whether to stay in the NWSL or take her talents abroad, perhaps to the WSL, Liga F, etc. I share the latest updates on her free agency, and explore how this move could drastically shape the future of the NWSL, and also what I think the result of this free agency period should/might be from Trin.Tune in as I dissect her on-field impact, the economic and footballing forces shaping her next move, the changing market for the top tier of women's players, and the magnitude Rodman's decision might influence the future landscape of women's soccer. Whether you're an avid NWSL/Spirit fan or just eager to hear more about the prospects of Trinity's rumoured club options, this conversation offers insight and context about where one of soccer's brightest stars might go next.Thank you for listening! Remember to follow us wherever you get your podcasts, on Instagram (@the_womens_soccer_podcast) and Bluesky (@thewomenssoccerpod.bsky.social). In addition, leave a 5-star review and tell all your friends about our show!
[Note: This episode was recorded Monday night, prior to the Pride signing Hailie Mace on Tuesday.]The Orlando Pride are coming off back-to-back NWSL semifinal appearances, and much of the credit for that just walked out the door. Haley Carter is leaving her post as the club's vice president of soccer operations and sporting director to pursue other opportunities. It was not welcome news, as Carter has done well to help install the right kind of culture with the Pride — one that shows the utmost respect for the players and protects them from the kind of things that have given the NWSL a few black eyes over the years. Her legacy is turning Orlando into a place players want to play and turning a perennial doormat into one of the better clubs in the league, both on and off the pitch.After our discussion about Carter's departure, we discussed Emily Sams playing for the USWNT in her club's home stadium and her thoughts on Carter's departure.Our mailbagbox basically just wants to dunk on the Washington Spirit for this episode, but at least Washington got to the final game. That said, it probably hurts worse to lose a final than a semifinal, so...yeah. Remember, you can ask us anything by hitting us up on Twitter at either @TheManeLand or @SkoPurpSoccer and using the hashtag #AskSkoPurp. You can use that same hashtag and hit @TheManeLand.bsky.social up on Bluesky. Or you can visit our show page, scroll down, and fill out the handy form. We'd also appreciate any ratings or reviews you can leave wherever you get your podcasts, and if you do that on Apple Podcasts, we'll find them easily and read them on the show.After our mailbagbox, we went through the Pride's end-of-season contract status update. Orlando has 23 players under contract for 2026 (24 with Tuesday's signing of Hailie Mace), and we tell you who is and isn't on the squad at the moment. There weren't a ton of surprises, but we will miss Carson Pickett's golazos and Simone Charley's fire.We're in our off-season schedule now, so we'll be back at least monthly, and as often as news requires.If you'd like to support our independent writing and podcasting efforts, we'd love to have you as a subscriber or donor over at our Buy Me a Coffee site.Here's how Episode 111 went down:0:15 – Haley Carter built a thing and then let it go, because if you love something, you set it free. Yeah, let's go with that.11:53 - Our mailbagbox just wants the Washington Spirit to feel shame.21:52 - All player contract statuses are accounted for. We wish Ally Watt good luck in Denver (except when she plays Orlando).
In this episode, LDG interviews Dallas Trinity captain and midfielder Amber Wisner (née Brooks)!Amber discusses being the first player signed to the Trinity and why the project of the club and league was so attractive to her, along with some of her earliest soccer memories.Amber recounts her brace with the Washington Spirit (and infamous subsequent celebration, which she claims put her on the map) on national television, reflecting on her last professional season and what's next for her after retiring from the sport she loves.She also shares her experiences playing with historic programs, such as UNC, the USWNT senior and youth national teams, including getting a cut on her face in her first senior USWNT cap, and much more!Cover Art Image Credit: Dallas Trinity FCThank you for listening! Remember to follow us wherever you get your podcasts, on Instagram (@the_womens_soccer_podcast) and Bluesky (@thewomenssoccerpod.bsky.social). In addition, leave a 5-star review and tell all your friends about our show!
Gobble gobble, women's sports fans and Happy Thanksgiving week! Gotham FC just claimed the 2025 NWSL Championship, while the Washington Spirit suffered their second straight finals heartbreak. In NCAA women's hoops, UConn survives a scare from Michigan and Notre Dame steals the spotlight with Hannah Hidalgo's clutch game-winner over USC. We're also serving up love for Wicked: For Good and breaking down the first-ever WPBL Draft.And big news, Women's Sports Weekly is turning 100! Drop your questions for your favorite hosts anytime before December 6, and we'll answer them during our milestone 100th episode celebration. Send your questions on Instagram @womenssportsweeklypod or send us an email @womenssportsweeklypod@gmail.com.If you rate Women's Sports Weekly 5 stars, send a screenshot and you will receive a sticker!SUBSCRIBE TO WOMEN'S SPORTS WEEKLY YouTubeSpotifyApple Podcasts FOLLOW WOMEN'S SPORTS WEEKLY ON SOCIALInstagramTikTokCONTACT WomensSportsWeeklyPod@gmail.com Women's Sports Weekly is created, produced, edited, and hosted by Carolyn Bryan and Danielle Bryan. Music is by the talented Melvin Alexander Black.
Darian Jenkins, Sandra Herrera, and McCall Zerboni relive the NWSL Championship between Gotham FC and Washington Spirit. The trio breaks down the game (08:41) and discusses the performance of each team's coach (20:20). Rose Lavelle (27:14) and Emily Sonnett (30:02) had standout performances for Gotham FC, but what went wrong with the Spirit? The trio discusses what went wrong with the Spirit (35:00) and if the Gotham are a dynasty now. And finally, Darian, Sandra, and McCall give their favorite moments of the season (56:30). Watch USWNT and NWSL games on P+" with a link to https://www.paramountplus.com/home/ Attacking Third is available for free on the Audacy app as well as Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher and wherever else you listen to podcasts. Follow the Attacking Third team on Twitter: @AttackingThird, @LisaCarlin32, @SandHerrera_, @Darian_Jenks, and @CCupo. Visit the Attacking Third YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@wgolazo 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
Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene of Georgia announced Friday she will resign from Congress and that her last day will be in January. CBS News' Nikole Killion has the latest. Chris Krebs, former director of the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency, joins "CBS Mornings" to discuss his new Masterclass and share ways people can protect themselves from online scams, identity theft and deepfakes. Consumers are expected to spend more than $1 trillion this year on holiday shopping, according to the National Retail Federation. In an exclusive interview, Gap Inc. CEO Richard Dickson talks about how he's preparing for the road ahead as shoppers remain anxious about the economy. Beloved father-son triathletes Jeff and Johnny Agar are getting back in the saddle months after Jeff faced a near-fatal diagnosis. In June, at just 62 years old, Jeff underwent triple bypass surgery. David Begnaud has more on the story for his series "Beg-Knows America." Gotham FC players Rose LaVelle and Emily Sonnett join "CBS Mornings" to talk about their tense NWSL championship game against the Washington Spirit, and LaVelle's game-winning goal in the 80th minute that secured the trophy on Saturday. Solo diners are fleeing to the Bayonet seafood restaurant in Birmingham, Alabama, as the restaurant caters to the "party of one." CBS News' Jan Crawford scored a seat at the joint, and spoke to chef Rob McDaniel about the experience for our series "The Dish." 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
Cristina Alexander and Ali Krieger react to Gotham FC winning the 2025 NWSL Championship over Trinity Rodman and the Washington Spirit. Then, Rose Lavelle and Juan Carlos Amorós join the show to talk about Gotham's 2nd title in 3 years. Plus, a discussion on whether this was Trinity Rodman's farewell to the NWSL. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Gotham FC defeated Trinity Rodman's Washington Spirit 1-0 thanks to a goal by Rose Lavelle. Poppy Miller, Ali Riley, Kelley O'Hara, and Darian Jenkins break down an enthralling NWSL Championship match and add some legendary hijinks after the Gotham victory. Watch USWNT and NWSL games on P+" with a link to https://www.paramountplus.com/home/ Attacking Third is available for free on the Audacy app as well as Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher and wherever else you listen to podcasts. Follow the Attacking Third team on Twitter: @AttackingThird, @LisaCarlin32, @SandHerrera_, @Darian_Jenks, and @CCupo. Visit the Attacking Third YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@wgolazo 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
Christian Polanco and Alexis Guerreros give their live reaction to the NWSL Final, where Gotham FC beat the Washington Spirit 1–0 to clinch their second NWSL title in three seasons. They discuss the controversial foul by Lilly Reale in the second half and whether the referee should have given her a second yellow card for the offense.Then, Christian and Alexis break down Rose Lavelle's game-winning goal and why she was their Player of the Game. Did Hal Hershfelt's injury and brief absence in the second half turn the momentum toward Gotham?Finally, they take a look at Trinity Rodman and discuss whether this was her final game in the NWSL, as her contract with the Washington Spirit is set to expire. Does the league need to do whatever it takes to keep her? They also recap the NWSL awards, including a surprise winner for Coach of the Year. (0:00) – Match recap(3:00) – Breaking down Lilly Reale's controversial foul(19:30) – Player of the Game: Rose Lavelle(26:00) – Trinity Rodman's last game in the NWSL?(38:30) – NWSL awards recap Subscribe to The Cooligans on your favorite podcast app:
Cristina Alexander and Ali Krieger are LIVE from NWSL Championship Media Day to talk about the final between the Washington Spirit and Gotham FC. They are joined by multiple players from each side like Trinity Rodman, Rose Lavelle, Emily Sonnett, and Esme Morgan to talk about the NWSL Final. Then, NWSL commissioner Jessica Berman joins to talk about the state of the NWSL. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Around 18,000 fans are going to fill the stands at San Jose's PayPal Park on Saturday to watch the Washington Spirit vs. Gotham FC NWSL championship matchup. Looking to build on this season's record success, the league is now adding two new teams -- the Denver Summit and the Boston Legacy. CBS News MoneyWatch correspondent Kelly O'Grady has an inside look. The 1999 FIFA Women's World Cup was a turning point for women's soccer in the U.S., with the game shattering attendance records and proving the sport could achieve commercial success. Brandi Chastain and Briana Scurry, who were on that historic team, join "CBS Mornings" to discuss the rise of women's sports. Lori Lindsey, CBS Sports NWSL lead analyst and former Women's National Team member, joins "CBS Mornings" to break down expectations for Saturday's game between powerhouse teams Washington Spirit and Gotham FC. It's going to be "offense versus defense tomorrow night," Lindsey said. A record number of fans are embracing the rivalry between the Washington Spirit and Gotham FC for the NWSL championship title -- and the merchandise. CBS News' Jonathan Vigliotti met the designer who's leveling up fan fashion. Kelsie Whitmore was drafted as the first overall pick of the inaugural draft of the Women's Pro Baseball League on Thursday night. She speaks with "CBS Mornings" exclusively about the moment she heard her name called, and what it means to have a Women's Pro Baseball League now. NWSL commissioner Jessica Berman joins "CBS Mornings" to discuss Saturday's championship game between the Washington Spirit and Gotham FC. She also explains why this was her dream job growing up, and how women's sports is inspiring younger generations. Mickey Guyton, who is singing the national anthem at Saturday's NWSL championship game, talks about how she prepares before a performance, what inspired her to make a Christmas album and the state of country music. 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
Washington Spirit midfielder Croix Bethune joins Sam to discuss her first-ever playoff goal, the Spirts playoff run and how she's preparing for the NWSL final. SUBSCRIBE TO THE WOMEN'S GAME NEWSLETTER: https://mibcourage.co/42X5HpBSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
A 16-year FBI employee claims he was fired for displaying a Pride flag at his desk, which he says was given to him by the bureau. The lawsuit accuses FBI Director Kash Patel and other agency leaders of violating his First Amendment rights and seeking to intimidate and silence LGBTQ employees nationwide. Scott MacFarlane reports. DEA administrator Terry Cole said "I think the strategy of an all hands approach, it's making a difference" after the Coast Guard had its largest seizure of cocaine in history. It comes after last month, President Trump criticized the Coast Guard's longtime approach of intercepting drugs at sea. Nicole Sganga reports. The National Women's Soccer League Championship is set for Saturday in San Jose, California. The matchup features the Washington Spirit, who lost in last year's final, and New York's Gotham FC. Kristin Chenoweth is starring in a new Broadway musical for the first time in a decade. She talks to "CBS Mornings" about the musical, "The Queen of Versailles." The "Wicked" star also reflects on her role as Glinda and talks about Ariana Grande's portrayal of the character in "Wicked: For Good." British singer-songwriter Lily Allen recently dropped her first album in seven years, "West End Girl." She spoke with Anthony Mason about her new music after heartbreak and her healing process. 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
Lisa Carlin, Darian Jenkins, and Jen Beattie are live on Attacking Third, providing a detailed analysis of the NWSL Championship. The match between the Washington Spirit and Gotham FC is the league's top rivalry, and Attacking Third will examine it from every perspective. The crew plays a game of "What if" (05:45) to figure out who has the advantage in the final. What are the keys to Spirit success? (12:45) And who could win the MVP? (18:10_ All are answered in this show. Plus, there's a complete preview of all the UEFA Women's Champions League matches happening this week. Chelsea vs. Barcelona is the top matchup for this week's UWCL (24:50), but there is also an intriguing encounter between Wolfsburg and Manchester United (33:30). Can Bayern take down PSG? (38:35) And finally, a wonderful interview with Nikki Stanton (43:40) on her journey to the NSL and becoming a champion with the Vancouver Rise. #NWSL #USWNT #Soccer #WomensSoccer #uwcl #gothamfc #trinityrodman #jaedynshaw #gothamFC #washingtonSpirit #cbssportsgolazo Watch USWNT and NWSL games on P+" with a link to https://www.paramountplus.com/home/ Attacking Third is available for free on the Audacy app as well as Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher and wherever else you listen to podcasts. Follow the Attacking Third team on Twitter: @AttackingThird, @LisaCarlin32, @SandHerrera_, @Darian_Jenks, and @CCupo. Visit the Attacking Third YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@wgolazo 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
Lisa Carlin, Darian Jenkins, and Lori Lindsey hit the mics moments after Gotham FC's dramatic stoppage-time win over Orlando to punch their ticket to the 2025 NWSL Championship. The crew breaks down Jaedyn Shaw's injury-time heroics, the Pride's inability to capitalize on their momentum, and how the Bats will prepare for the final. They also react to Washington Spirit's dominant 2-0 win over Portland before Shaw herself joins the show to discuss her goal, her confidence levels, and embracing the underdog tag. Plus, an early look at next Sunday's final and the crew's Team of the Week! Watch USWNT and NWSL games on P+" with a link to https://www.paramountplus.com/home/ Attacking Third is available for free on the Audacy app as well as Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher and wherever else you listen to podcasts. Follow the Attacking Third team on Twitter: @AttackingThird, @LisaCarlin32, @SandHerrera_, @Darian_Jenks, and @CCupo. Visit the Attacking Third YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@wgolazo 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
Christian Polanco and Alexis Guerreros react to Weston McKennie being left off the November USMNT roster. Should Mauricio Pochettino have selected the midfielder just months ahead of the World Cup? The boys also pick their best XI from this roster and highlight one fringe player they believe deserves to make the World Cup squad.Next, Christian and Alexis react to the shocking news that MLS has decided to switch to a fall–spring schedule starting in 2027. Is this the right move for the league? And how will MLS adapt to the European soccer calendar?Later, the boys preview both NWSL semifinal matchups and give their predictions — including who they guarantee will win it all. (6:30) – No McKennie or Pulisic: Time for USMNT to Panic?(17:00) – USMNT November Best XI Predictions(25:30) – USMNT Player Spotlight: Who Deserves to Make the World Cup Roster?(30:00) – MLS Approves Change to Fall–Spring Calendar(48:00) – NWSL Playoffs Semifinal Preview Subscribe to The Cooligans on your favorite podcast app:
Cristina Alexander, Ali Krieger, and Jeff Kassouf breakdown the NWSL quarterfinals over the weekend. Then, Jaedyn Shaw joins the show to discuss Gotham's win and upcoming semifinal game against Orlando Pride. Plus, Washington Spirit's Croix Bethune joins the show to talk about their nail-biting win against Racing Louisville and preview the semifinal game against Portland Thorns. The crew also gives their predictions of who will win the NWSL Rookie of the Year, Coach of the Year and MVP awards. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Darian Jenkins, Sandra Herrera, and McCall Zerboni break down all the action from the NWSL quarterfinals. We review every match from this past weekend. The Thorns glided past the San Diego Wave in a tight contest. We talked to Mackenzie Arnold post-match (20:12)! Washington Spirit squeaked past Racing Louisville; was that the plan all along? The biggest upset of the quarterfinals was Gotham FC got past the top-seeded KC Current. (28:41) Jayden Shaw had plenty to say about this result! And finally, (47:07) Orlando Pride comfortably defeated Seattle Reign in the only match that did not go to extra time. Plus, huge breaking news in the NWSL, tune in to find out the buzz (56:02)! Watch USWNT and NWSL games on P+" with a link to https://www.paramountplus.com/home/ Attacking Third is available for free on the Audacy app as well as Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher and wherever else you listen to podcasts. Follow the Attacking Third team on Twitter: @AttackingThird, @LisaCarlin32, @SandHerrera_, @Darian_Jenks, and @CCupo. Visit the Attacking Third YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@wgolazo 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
Lisa Carlin, Darian Jenkins, and Jen Beattie take a deep dive into the NWSL Quarterfinals. The marquee match is the Washington Spirit vs. Racing Louisville (04:16). Does Racing have what it takes to pull off the massive upset? Portland Thorns vs. San Diego Wave is also under the microscope (13:31). After the break a battle of heavyweights between KC Current and Gotham FC (23:30. Wrapping up the full breakdown with Orlando Pride vs Seattle Reign (36:31). There's also a huge match this weekend in England. Arsenal vs. Chelsea in a London Derby (45:06). Watch USWNT and NWSL games on P+" with a link to https://www.paramountplus.com/home/Attacking Third is available for free on the Audacy app as well as Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher and wherever else you listen to podcasts.Follow the Attacking Third team on Twitter: @AttackingThird, @LisaCarlin32, @SandHerrera_, @Darian_Jenks, and @CCupo. Visit the Attacking Third YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@wgolazo 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