Attacking Third: A CBS Sports Women's Soccer Podcast

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NWSL manager shakeup | Jonatan Giráldez heads to Washington Spirit | Andonovski's return to KC Current | Yanez at Racing Louisville (Morning Footy) Jan 11, 2024

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The MF crew breakdown the managerial hirings, changes, and impact they will all have on the NWSL both on a team level and league level with the Washington Spirit bringing in FIFA's best women's coach nominee Jonatan Giráldez. The team also discuss how preseason will be crucial to the success of the Spirit and what style of play Giráldez will bring to the side. And finally, the group weigh in on Vlatko Andonovski's return to KC as head coach of the Current and if Bev Yanez will bring success to Racing Louisville.

Morning Footy 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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Ali Krieger joins Morning Footy | Winning a title her final match | The ball drop in Times Square | Career highlights (Morning Footy) Jan 11, 2024

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The MF crew welcome in 2x World Cup Champion and NWSL winner Ali Krieger to Morning Footy where she'll be joining the show for the immediate future. She talks about her playing career, retirement, winning an NWSL title in her final match with Gotham FC, and being in Times Square for the New Year's celebration with her teammates.

Morning Footy 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 Morning Footy podcast on Twitter: @CBSSportsGolazo, @susannahcollins, @nicocantor1, @NotAlexis, @CharlieDavies9

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Sam Kerr's devastating ACL injury | Bev Yanez on Racing Louisville and the draft | Gotham FC's transfer dominance | Cedella Marley resigns from her role at JFF | (Soccer 01/08) Jan 08, 2024

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Jenny Chiu, Sandra Herrera, Lisa Carlin, and Darian Jenkins discuss all the latest news in the women's game starting with Sam Kerr's devastating ACL injury, the trickle down effect it will have both on her club team Chelsea as well as internationally for Australia and the upcoming Olympics (1:11). Then, the A3 crew discuss Cedella Marley resigning from her role as JFF's global women's football ambassador in protest of how the Reggae Girlz have been treated (13:01). Next, the team breakdown all the recent transfer news including Gotham FC bringing in four USWNT players and what this means for the league (23:58). Then, Bev Yanez is welcomed in to the show to discuss her coaching role at Racing Louisville, how and when she became interested in switching gears from player to coach, and how she's looking for players that fill her team's needs holistically (35:31). And finally, the team discuss the upcoming NWSL College Draft this Friday in addition to who's expected to go first and who to watch out for (51:16).

Attacking Third is a finalist for the "Diverse Voices Award" category in the Sports Podcast Awards. Click on the link to vote for us!

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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.

Follow the Attacking Third team on Twitter: @AttackingThird, @SandHerrera_, @LisaCarlin32, @Jordangeli , @JennyaChiu and @Darian_Jenks. 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."

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NWSL Free Agency Moves | Gotham FC expectations after massive signings | Overall league landscape improving (Morning Footy) Jan 05, 2024

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The MF crew take a look at all the notable off-season moves teams have made up to this point including Gotham FC bringing on four USWNT players in Crystal Dunn, Tierna Davidson, Rose Lavelle, and Emily Sonnett. They discuss how the current champions made that happen, expectations it now brings, and why it is such an attractive destination for players.

Morning Footy 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 Morning Footy podcast on Twitter: @CBSSportsGolazo, @susannahcollins, @nicocantor1, @NotAlexis, @CharlieDavies9

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Interview: Crystal Dunn talks Gotham transfers, playing the flute, Times Square ball drop (Morning Footy Podcast) Jan 02, 2024

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Gotham FC's Crystal Dunn is welcomed in to discuss why she signed with the club, the impact of playing in front of a hometown crowd, playing the flute through the streets of New York City, and being a part of the official New Year's Eve festivities in New York City. Also, what she thinks her position and role will be alongside her new teammates.

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Interview: Tierna Davidson on Gotham FC move, fighting for Olympic spot, ACL recovery, expectations for 2024 season (Morning Footy Podcast) Jan 02, 2024

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Gotham FC's Tierna Davidson is welcomed in to discuss what drew her to sign with Gotham FC, Ali Krieger's impact on the field, her ACL injury and recovery process, and the desire to represent the US in the upcoming Olympics. The group also talk about her goals for the 2024 NWSL season.

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NWSL Free Agency paying off for players, Donaldson to coach Chicago Red Stars, AJAX finding UWCL success, A3 reflections & resolutions (Soccer 12/22) Dec 23, 2023

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Lisa Carlin, Darian Jenkins, Sandra Herrera, and Aaron West discuss who's winning free agency and the off-season with the latest moves, trades, and signings. Also, what free agency as a whole has done for the players and NWSL as a league (1:49). Then, the A3 crew talk coaching moves with the Houston Dash bringing in Fran Alonso and Lorne Donaldson heading to the Chicago Red Stars. And also what the impact of having a strong coaching foundation offers a club and potential new signings (16:35). Next, the team look at the current standings and recent results of the UWCL, Ajax finding its way, and Lindsey Horan's Red Card (30:06). And finally, our hosts and guest reflect on their favorite moments from 2023 and gives their football resolutions for 2024 (44:32). Happy Holidays everyone!

Attacking Third is a finalist for the "Diverse Voices Award" category in the Sports Podcast Awards. Click on the link to vote for us!

https://www.sportspodcastgroup.com/sports_category/sports-diverse-voices-award/

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/

Sanchez talks record-breaking contract, Expansion Draft hurting not helping, Tottenham takes down Arsenal, Kang acquires London City (Soccer 12/18) Dec 19, 2023

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Lisa Carlin, Darian Jenkins, Sandra Herrera, and Aaron West discuss the latest news in the women’s game including Washington Spirit owner Michelle Kang acquiring London City Lionesses (1:08). Then, Maria Sánchez is welcomed in to talk record-breaking contract, her dream of always wanting to play in NWSL, the importance of free agency, and representing the Mexican National Team (14:27). Next, the A3 crew recap the NWSL Expansion Draft and all the moves that surrounded it both before and immediately after (25:35). Then, a deeper dive on the effects of the Expansion Draft showcasing why it actually hurts the league and players more than helps the league in its growth (37:47). And finally, a recap of all the matches in WSL from the weekend including Tottenham finding a way to beat Arsenal despite the latter’s barrage of shots (49:13).

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 Expansion Draft reaction, Rodriguez & Montoya discusses their team's picks, Dydasco on hopes for her new team, Commissioner Berman previews new season (Soccer 12/15) Dec 16, 2023

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Jenny Chiu, Jordan Angeli, Lisa Carlin, and Saskia Webber react to the NWSL Expansion Draft involving Bay FC and the Utah Royals with the former picking first, taking Alyssa Malonson (1:06). Then, Amy Rodriguez is welcomed in to talk about the moves and picks made by the Royals, what they look for in players, as well as creating an identity (3:16). Next, Bay FC coach Albertin Montoya joins the show to weigh in on all the choices his team made, the excitement over the roster, and the expectations going forward (8:40). Then, Caprice Dydasco is welcomed in to talk about her free agent move to Bay FC prior to the draft as the team's first signing, her new teammates, and being a veteran in the league with ten years experience (15:42). Next, NWSL Commissioner Jessica Berman joins in-studio to talk about the upcoming 2024 season, continued expansion, and how players can stay with the league post playing career (22:19). Next, Michele Vasconcelos & Mikayla Cluff join A3 to talk about their respective moves to Utah with Cluff being the team's first signing (28:58). And finally, the team take a look at free agency (35:33).

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.co ...

CONCACAF W Gold Cup Draw reaction, Player of the Year nominations, Arsenal thrash Chelsea, NWSL Expansion Draft overview (Soccer 12/11) Dec 12, 2023

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Jenny Chiu and Lisa Carlin kick things off with their analysis of the first ever CONCACAF W Gold Cup Draw and break down each group (1:19). Then, Sandra Herrera is welcomed in to dive even deeper into the draw, who she thinks will win, and who the dark horse is (20:55). Next, the A3 crew discuss the nominees for USWNT Player of the Year as well as all the unacceptable social media abuse that the players received during the recent World Cup tournament (29:47). Next up, a recap of Arsenal's thwarting of WSL leaders Chelsea to pull level on points in the league. Anita Jones interviews Emma Hayes and Alessia Russo post match (38:20). Then, Sandra Herrera rejoins to give an overview of the NWSL Expansion Draft, as well as the sale of the Portland Thorns nearing completion (49:22). And finally, Darian Jenkins joins the show to talk NWSL off-season trades and all the moves that the Utah Royals have made up so far (56:45).

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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