Attacking Third: A CBS Sports Women's Soccer Podcast

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UWCL semis set | Midge Purce tears her ACL | Sophia Smith contract extension | NWSL weekend previews (Soccer 03/28) Mar 29, 2024

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Jenny Chiu, Lisa Carlin, Sandra Herrera, and Darian Jenkins went live on YouTube with reaction to the UEFA Women's Champions League Leg 2 Quarterfinal results. The semifinals are now set, Barca will face Chelsea and Lyon will take on PSG (1:16). Then, the crew chat about Sophia Smith's contract extension as well as the devastating Midge Purce injury news (30:27). And finally, the ladies preview the NWSL weekend's notable matches including San Diego vs. Seattle Reign, KC Current vs. Angel City, Portland vs Louisville, and Bay FC vs. Houston Dash (43:58).

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USWNT SheBelieves Cup roster reaction | Lily Yohannes gets first call-up | Swanson & Macario return | Who got Snubbed? (Soccer 03/26) Mar 26, 2024

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Lisa Carlin and Sandra Herrera go live on YouTube to react to the USWNT SheBelieves Cup roster drop. The ladies chat about the exciting return of Mallory Swanson and Catarina Macário as well as the anticipation surrounding first time call-up Lily Yohannes and her future with the squad. Also, Lisa and Sandra talk about some of the bubble players that were left off this particular roster and also provide some injury updates straight from Twila Kilgore's recent presser. And finally, a discussion about Alex Morgan's inclusion. She showed out at the W Gold Cup, so will she go to the Olympics?

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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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Shaw breaks goalscoring record | Bompastor to take over for Hayes | US announce Mexico friendly | NWSL Weekend recap (Soccer 03/25) Mar 25, 2024

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Jenny Chiu, Lisa Carlin, and Darian Jenkins are live in-studio to discuss all things women's soccer from around the globe. The show kicks off with a look at the WSL results from the weekend including the Manchester Derby that saw City thwart United 3-1 as Bunny Shaw becomes the team's all-time goalscorer during their run in WSL (2:19). Next, a chat about Sonia Bompastor who is reportedly set to take over for Emma Hayes at Chelsea when she departs at season's end (9:47). Then, a discussion about the USWNT announcement that they will play Mexico in a tribute friendly to the 1999 US World Cup winning side this summer. Is this a good idea just before the Olympics (12:14)? Next, a look at all the results from the NWSL weekend which saw Gotham FC hand Portland Thorns their first ever home opener loss (19:12). Then, Sandra Herrera is welcomed in to debate her NWSL power rankings which see San Diego Wave still sitting number one despite their loss this past weekend (31:59). And finally, a preview of the upcoming UWCL Leg 2 Quarterfinal matches (39:32).

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.

For more soccer coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/soccer/

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Olympic Draw reaction | NWSL & Liga MX Femenil announce 'summer cup' | UWCL Leg 1 recap | WSL & NWSL weekend preview (Soccer 03/21) Mar 21, 2024

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Jenny Chiu, Sandra Herrera, Lisa Carlin, and Darian Jenkins went live on YouTube to discuss all that is happening around the women's game both domestically and internationally. First, the latest headlines including the Olympic draw which sees the US in Group B alongside Germany, Australia, and either Zambia or Morocco (2:19). Next, a chat about the announcement of a new tournament style event between NWSL & Liga MX Femenil called the 'Summer Cup' (10:34). Then, the ladies recap the UEFA Women's Champion League Leg 1 Quarterfinal results (20:35). Up next, the A3 crew dives into a WSL weekend preview which includes the Manchester Derby at the Etihad this Saturday (40:24). And finally, a weekend preview of all the matches in the NWSL and a discussion about the successful Washington Spirit appeal of Kingsbury’s Red Card which has now been rescinded (51:18).

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.

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/

KC Current win historic stadium debut thriller | Reign and Wave set to be sold | Chelsea snap Arsenal's winning streak | UWCL Quarterfinals preview (Soccer 03/18) Mar 18, 2024

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Jenny Chiu, Lisa Carlin, and Christine Cupo are live from the studio to breakdown everything in the women's game starting off with the announced and proposed sale of two clubs in Seattle Reign and San Diego Wave, the latter for a recording breaking amount, and what investment in this league has already proven to be and how big it can and will get (1:42). Then, a look at some of the biggest results at the weekend including Chelsea snapping Arsenal's 4-game winning streak, San Diego Wave defeating Gotham FC in the Challenge Cup, and a 9-goal thriller that saw KC Current defeat the Portland Thorns at the debut of the world's first women's soccer specific stadium (5:26). Next, the ladies dive in to the rest of the NWSL Week 1 results including NC Courage goal-fest, Chicago Red Stars spoiling the return of the Utah Royals, and expansion side Bay FC winning their debut match (17:01). Then, Sandra Herrera is welcomed in to deliver her post-weekend NWSL power rankings which see San Diego sitting on top (31:16). Up next, the ladies react and recap the weekend that was in the Women's Super League which included Bunny Shaw scoring her league-leading 17th goal and a look at the title race that's heating up (37:31). And finally, the A3 crew preview all of the UWCL Quarterfinals matchups (43:32).

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NWSL 2024 team-by-team season preview PT2 | Ripple effects of a new salary cap | Playoff expansion | Expansion clubs (Soccer 03/14) Mar 14, 2024

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With the 2024 NWSL season ready to kick off this weekend, Attacking Third's Lisa Carlin, Sandra Herrera, and Darian Jenkins prepare you for what's ahead with a team-by-team breakdown. This year will see eight teams be able to qualify for the playoffs as well as a new salary cap that will allow more international players to be brought in. Part two of this must-listen-to primer before the new campaign kicks off includes previews for Racing Louisville, Houston Dash, KC Current, Chicago Red Stars, and the two expansion sides Bay FC and Utah Royals. And finally, our Attacking Third hosts make their season predictions. Who will come out on top?

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.

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/

NWSL 2024 team-by-team season preview PT1 | Gotham FC vs San Diego Wave Challenge Cup | New names & new coaches (Soccer 03/13) Mar 13, 2024

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With the 2024 NWSL season ready to kick off this weekend, Attacking Third's Lisa Carlin, Sandra Herrera, and Darian Jenkins prepare you for what's ahead with a team-by-team breakdown. From player moves and trades to new coaches and franchises this is a must-listen-to primer before Gotham FC and San Diego Wave face-off in the 2024 Challenge Cup on Friday. In addition to the aforementioned teams, part one of two includes previews for Portland Thorns FC, North Carolina Courage, the newly named Seattle Reign, Angel City FC, Orlando Pride, and finally, the Washington Spirit.

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.

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/

Lauren Holiday on brain tumor diagnosis, desire for culture change, team ownership, NBA husband (Kickin' It) Mar 13, 2024

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For interviews with the biggest names from in and around the world of soccer like you’ve never heard them before. Download and follow Kickin’ It on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you get your podcasts!

Two-time Olympic gold medalist, FIFA Women's World Cup champion, NWSL Champion & MVP, and Hall of Famer Lauren Holiday joins Kate Abdo, Clint Dempsey and Charlie Davies for a candid conversation about married life, the pursuit of happiness, overcoming health adversity, changing the culture and perception surrounding women's sports, life after retirement, and what it means to be great.

Sports marriage (01:45): Meeting Jrue Holiday at school, his relentless persistence, competitiveness, and being a support system vs a priority.

New goals (09:14): Buying women's sports teams, changing the culture, the treatment of athletes, and building integrity.

Community, Identity, & growth (18:40): The Jrue and Lauren Holiday foundation, finding yourself post-retirement, definition of legacy, and the advancement of the women's game worldwide.

Pregnancy & health scare (28:50): Brain tumor diagnosis, the possible outcomes, and giving birth.

Racial prejudice (37:48): Police experience, finding balance of expectations, understanding racial perspective.

Boston Celtics (45:49): Their title chances, team vs individuals, winning characteristics, .

Kickin’ It is available for free on the Audacy app as well as Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and wherever else you listen to podcasts.

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Horan's header crowns USWNT 2024 CONCACAF W Gold Cup champions! | USA vs. Brazil recap & reaction (3/11/2024) Mar 11, 2024

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Lisa Carlin and Sandra Herrera conclude their coverage of the 2024 CONCACAF W Gold Cup by analyzing the United States women's national team's 1-0 victory over Brazil.

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.

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/

W Gold Cup: USWNT overcome both Canada and the weather in PKs... up next Brazil in the Final! (Soccer 3/7/24) Mar 07, 2024

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Alyssa Naeher saves 3 PKs and scores one as well in what will go down as one of the most memorable and unique USWNT tournament games ever. From torrential downpour and a flooded field to a stoppage time in extra time goal to send it to PKs, this match had it all. Lisa Carlin, Darian Jenkins and Sandra Herrera unpack all the action from the USWNT defeat of Canada to punch their ticket to the W Gold Cup Final on Sunday against Brazil.

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.

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/

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