Attacking Third: A CBS Sports Women's Soccer Podcast

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Countdown to KC: 2016 NWSL Final revisit w/ Jess McDonald | W Champions Cup recap | USL Super League playoff format (Soccer 10/02) Oct 02, 2024

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Lisa Carlin and Sandra Herrera continued the "Countdown to Kansas City" series by taking a look back at the 2016 NWSL Final. Then, they welcome in World Cup and multiple NWLS Championship winner Jess McDonald in to revisit that 2016 NWSL Final when she played for the winning side Western New York Flash. She shares stories about the now infamous PK shootout, what life was like in the league back then versus now, and who would win between her 2018/19 NC Courage teams and the 2024 Orlando Pride. And finally, ICYMI: News & Notes. Lisa and Sandra recap yesterday's CONCACAF W Champions Cup matches and preview tonight's match between Frazsiers Whip and Gotham FC, discuss the USL Super League's Spring schedule & playoff format, and Houston's decision to part ways with Head Coach Fran Alonso.

We're happy to announce that the Attacking Third Podcast has been recognized by the Football Content Awards and nominated in "The Best in Women's Football" category!

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Popp announces retirement from Germany | Chawinga scores 17th goal | A3's September Best XI (Soccer 09/30) Sep 30, 2024

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Lisa Carlin, Aaron West, and Christine Cupo were in studio to discuss all the latest surrounding women's football. First up, reactions to Alex Popp anouncing her retirement from International football and will play her final match for Germany in an upcoming friendly. The group also discuss the legacy and career that Christine Sinclair leaves behind having also announced her retirement at the end of the season. Then, a recap of the weekend that was in the NWSL which saw Temwa Chawinga score her league leading 17th goal and 12th at home setting a new franchise record for the latter. Also, Kerolin scoring on her season debut returning from injury. Next, the A3 crew lay out their respective September Best XI's. Then, reaction to the UEFA Women's Champions League draw, which group is this campaign's group of death? And finally, a look back at the weekend in BWSL action through the eyes of Stock Up / Stock Down.

We're happy to announce that the Attacking Third Podcast has been recognized by the Football Content Awards and nominated in "The Best in Women's Football" category!

And now it’s UP TO YOU, the fans to decide the winners. Click Here to vote for Attacking Third.

Voting will close at 11:59pm on Sunday October 13th.

Watch USWNT, NWSL and WSL 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.

A3 ONE SHOT: Christine Sinclair announces her retirement from football (Soccer 09/27) Sep 27, 2024

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Lisa Carlin and Sandra Herrera went live on YouTube for an A3 ONE SHOT in celebration of the GOAT, living soccer legend Christine Sinclair. Today, the news dropped that she'll be retiring at the end of the season from football. Previously, in 2023, she announced her retirement from international football. This will now be her last run on the field and it will be with the Portland Thorns where she spent her entire NWSL career. Too many career stats and accomplishments to list here. But we can say THANK YOU - for everything you've done for the game and women's football.

We're happy to announce that the Attacking Third Podcast has been recognized by the Football Content Awards and nominated in "The Best in Women's Football" category!

And now it’s UP TO YOU, the fans to decide the winners. Click Here to vote for Attacking Third.

Voting will close at 11:59pm on Sunday October 13th.

Watch USWNT, NWSL and WSL 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.

NWSL bubble teams | Previewing the weekend action in the WSL & NWSL (Soccer 09/26) Sep 26, 2024

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Lisa Carlin, Sandra Herrera, Christine Cupo, and Aaron West were all live on YouTube to preview the upcoming weekend of soccer action. But before they do, the group chats about all the Bubble Teams in the NWSL. Only 7pts separate positions 6-10 on the table and only 5 games left in the regular season. Next up, a preview of all the NWSL action coming up this weekend. And finally, a look at all the notable matchups across the BWSL.

We're happy to announce that the Attacking Third Podcast has been recognized by the Football Content Awards and nominated in "The Best in Women's Football" category!

And now it’s UP TO YOU, the fans to decide the winners. Click Here to vote for Attacking Third.

Voting will close at 11:59pm on Sunday October 13th.

Watch USWNT, NWSL and WSL 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.

Heather O'Reilly Interview | Countdown to Kansas City: 2015 NWSL Final revisit | Hall of Legends: Vlatko (Soccer 09/25) Sep 25, 2024

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Lisa Carlin and Sandra Herrera were live on YouTube as they continued their "Countdown to Kansas City" series, this time revisiting the 2015 NWSL Final. And after their recap, they welcome in a very special guest, someone who played in said final and delivered the game-winning assist, USWNT Legend Heather O'Reilly. The group discuss the match in detail, O'Reilly shares her thoughts on Vlatko Andonovski, and then tells some legendary stories including the history of her various nicknames, winding up in Kansas City thanks to a post-2014 NWSL Final convo at Buffalo Wild Wings, and the unbelievable tale and lore of the "Gotham FC One-Day Contract." Then, Lisa and Sandra induct Vlatko into the A3 Hall of Legends. And finally, ICYMI: News & Notes including Twila Kilgore moving on from the USWNT, the U20 USW YNT finishing 3rd at the World Cup, and so much more!

We're happy to announce that the Attacking Third Podcast has been recognized by the Football Content Awards and nominated in "The Best in Women's Football" category!

And now it’s UP TO YOU, the fans to decide the winners. Click Here to vote for Attacking Third.

Voting will close at 11:59pm on Sunday October 13th.

Watch USWNT, NWSL and WSL 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.

A3 ONE SHOT: Gotham FC visits the White House (Soccer 09/24) Sep 24, 2024

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Lisa Carlin and Sandra Herrera were live on YouTube for this A3 One Shot to discuss Gotham FC's historic visit to the White House on Monday, September 23rd 2024 which included a speech from Ali Krieger and Midge Purce introducing Joe Biden to the term "Batties." So many other fun stories have come to light as well and the A3 crew cover them all.

We're happy to announce that the Attacking Third Podcast has been recognized by the Football Content Awards and nominated in "The Best in Women's Football" category!

And now it’s UP TO YOU, the fans to decide the winners. Click Here to vote for Attacking Third.

Voting will close at 11:59pm on Sunday October 13th.

Watch USWNT, NWSL and WSL 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.

O'Hara placed on SEI List | Latina Trailblazers | NWSL & BWSL weekend recaps (Soccer 09/23) Sep 23, 2024

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Lisa Carlin, Darian Jenkins, and Christine Cupo were in-studio to discuss all the latest surrounding women's football. First up, the A3 crew react to the unfortunate news that Kelley O'Hara has been placed on the Season Ending Injury list with chronic knee degeneration. Then, the group recap the weekend that was in the NWSL. Next, a recap of the BWSL weekend including Kiko Seike's debut hat-trick as well as Arsenal and Man City playing to a 2-2 draw. Then, Sandra Herrera is welcomed in to celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month by shining a light on all the Latina trailblazers in women's football. Next, the panel share their moments of the weekend and finally, a preview of tonight's Angel City vs Portland Thorns match.

We're happy to announce that the Attacking Third Podcast has been recognized by the Football Content Awards and nominated in "The Best in Women's Football" category!

And now it’s UP TO YOU, the fans to decide the winners. Click Here to vote for Attacking Third.

Voting will close at 11:59pm on Sunday October 13th.

Watch USWNT, NWSL and WSL 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.

Tara McKeown Interview | WSL Predictions & Previews | KC Current vs Washington Spirit (Soccer 09/19) Sep 19, 2024

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Lisa Carlin, Darian Jenkins, Christine Cupo, and Sandra Herrera were live on YouTube to discuss all the latest surrounding women's football. First up, bold predictions for the upcoming Women's Super League which kicks off this weekend, from Golden Boot Winner to who will be crowned champion. Next, a preview of the biggest matches in the WSL. Then, Tara McKeown of the Washington Spirit is welcomed in fresh off the breaking news of a contract extension. The group discusses why she decided to extend and she gives some insight into teammates both old and new. And finally, a chat about the biggest matchup this weekend in NWSL - KC Current vs Washington Spirit.

We're happy to announce that the Attacking Third Podcast has been recognized by the Football Content Awards and nominated in "The Best in Women's Football" category!

And now it’s UP TO YOU, the fans to decide the winners. Click Here to vote for Attacking Third.

Voting will close at 11:59pm on Sunday October 13th.

Watch USWNT, NWSL and WSL 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.

Countdown to KC: 2014 NWSL Final revisit | Getting to Know: U20 USW YNT | Gotham FC's White House invite (Soccer 09/18) Sep 18, 2024

Show notes

Lisa Carlin and Sandra Herrera were live on YouTube to talk about all the latest in women's football. First up, Getting to Know: U20 USW YNT before their U20 Women's World Cup Semifinal matchup tonight against N. Korea. How did they get here? Who are the players to watch? Next, the "Countdown to Kansas City" segment continues with a look back at the 2014 NWSL Final between the Seattle Reign and now defunct FC Kansas City. And finally, ICYMI: News & Notes including Gotham FC receiving an invite to the White House and CONCACAF releasing their roadmap to 2029.

We're happy to announce that the Attacking Third Podcast has been recognized by the Football Content Awards and nominated in "The Best in Women's Football" category!

And now it’s UP TO YOU, the fans to decide the winners. Click Here to vote for Attacking Third.

Voting will close at 11:59pm on Sunday October 13th.

Watch USWNT, NWSL and WSL 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.

BWSL Team Previews | NWSL weekend recap & favorite moments | Reign vs Gotham FC preview (Soccer 09/19) Sep 16, 2024

Show notes

Lisa Carlin, Darian Jenkins, and Christine Cupo were all in-studio to talk about all the latest surround women's football. First off, a recap of all the NWSL action that took place this past weekend including the Washington Spirit punching their ticket to the 2024 NWSL Playoffs. Next, Sandra Herrera is welcomed in as the A3 crew select their individual moments of the weekend. Then, Lisa, Darian, and Christine preview tonight's NWSL matchup between the Seattle Reign and Gotham FC. And finally, with the BWSL season kicking off this weekend, the crew preview the following clubs: Chelsea, Man City, Arsenal, Man U, and Crystal Palace.

Watch USWNT, NWSL and WSL 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.

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