Attacking Third: A CBS Sports Women's Soccer Podcast

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Daphné Corboz talks Paris FC, Reggae Girlz withdrawl from Gold Cup Qualifiers, A recipe for Vlatko's in KC, NWSL Quarterfinals Recap, Kerolin's injury impact on NC (Soccer 10/23) Oct 23, 2023

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Lisa Carlin, Christine Cupo and Darian Jenkins discuss what the impact of Kerolin’s ACL will be on NC Courage and how they can move forward, the "Reggae Girlz" withdrawing from the Gold Cup Qualifiers over not getting paid and the lack of communication from their federation, and what Vlatko brings to the table as he takes over for KC Current as both sporting director and head coach (1:19). Then, the A3 crew recap the NWSL quarterfinals (13:00). Next, Sandra Herrera joins to dive deeper into all things NWSL while teasing the upcoming semi-finals (22:39). Then, the ladies go one on one with Paris FC’s Daphné Corboz about the team’s success, preparing for the UWCL group stage, growing up in a footballing family, and her aspirations post-playing career (31:57). And finally, the ladies recap Match Day 4 from the WSL (41:28).

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Vlatko Andonovski to takeover KC Current, Christine Sinclair retires from Canadian National Team, Brianna Pinto talks Gotham FC matchup, NSWL weekend playoff preview (Soccer 10/20) Oct 20, 2023

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Jenny Chiu, Christine Cupo, and Darian Jenkins discuss the breaking news that former USWNT Head Coach Vlatko Andonovski is set to head to NWSL side KC Current as their Manager as well as Christine Sinclair who has announced her retirement from international duty (2:43). Then, the group take a look at the UWCL Group Stage draw and who their team to watch is (6:48). Next, the ladies react to part two of Kickin' It with Carli Lloyd and tell some of their own personal stories of challenging situations they too have overcome (9:18). Brianna Pinto of the North Carolina Courage is welcomed in to chat about her upcoming game against Gotham FC this weekend (26:17). And finally, the A3 hosts preview both Angel City vs OL Reign and NC Courage vs Gotham FC playoff matchups while disclosing who the players to watch are (35:19).

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Carli Lloyd on always being her authentic self, the disfunction within the USWNT program, what is needed to usher in new era (Kickin' It) Oct 19, 2023

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Kate Abdo, Clint Dempsey, Charlie Davies, and Mo Edu chat with Carli Lloyd about her experiences and time spent representing her country over the years, her work ethic and how she carries herself both on and off the field, her criticisms of the USWNT program and what is needed moving forward, her hesitation to do media, and so much more.

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

Follow the Kickin’ It team on Twitter: @CBSSportsGolazo, @kate_abdo, @CharlieDavies9, @MauriceEdu, @clint_dempsey

Watch Kickin’ It on the CBS Sports Golazo Network, the 24-hour soccer streaming network that is available for free on connected TV and mobile devices through the CBS Sports App and Pluto TV, and on CBSSports.com, as well as Paramount+.

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USWNT October roster release, NWSL end of season Best XI, Coaching carousal continues, Paris FC pounces again (Soccer 10/18) Oct 18, 2023

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Jenny Chiu, Lisa Carlin, Christine Cupo and Darian Jenkins first talk about Paris FC's continuation of punching above their weight by knocking out yet another Champions League semi-finalist from last year in Wolfsburg (1:48). Next, the crew alongside Sandra Herrera discuss the Washington Spirit’s decision to let manager Mark Parsons go and who could fill all the additional vacancies throughout the league (3:21). The ladies then react to the USWNT twenty-seven player roster drop that includes surprise first time call-up Olivia Moultrie (27:02). And finally, the A3 team takes turns laying out their best XI from this NWSL season (36:00).

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San Diego secures shield, Impact players on Decision Day, Casey Stoney talks success, Man City heads their way to victory (Soccer 10/16) Oct 16, 2023

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Jenny Chiu, Lisa Carlin, Jordan Angeli, and Darian Jenkins dive right in and discuss NWSL's Decision Day, San Diego securing their first shield in only two years of existence while Portland loses it on the last day for the second year in a row (2:32). Then, the team recaps all the games revealing the final league standings showcasing who's in and who's out (13:44). Next, Sandra Herrera joins to go down her list of impact players from Decision Day (26:00). Coach Casey Stoney of the San Diego Wave joins to discus their path to the regular season title, what it takes to balance veterans with youth talent, the opportunity to play in the final at her team's home stadium, and her personal style on the sidelines including her coveted water cooler used as a bench (34:37). Finally, the crew recaps the weekend that was in WSL including Man City literally heading their way to victory (46:09).

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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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Jorge Vilda appointed Morocco's manager, NWSL final match day preview, Cheyna Matthews calls it a career, Ali Krieger talks retirement, Reaction to Carli Lloyd criticisms (Soccer 10/13) Oct 13, 2023

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Jenny Chiu, Kealia Watt, Jordan Angeli, and Darian Jenkins discuss the controversial decision Morocco has made in hiring former Spanish manager Jorge Vilda as their own (3:37). Then, they preview several key fixtures of this weekend's big Decision Day in NWSL (9:01). Sandra Herrara joins to breakdown all the wild scenarios that will either knock teams out or lock teams in to the playoffs (16:33). Next, Ali Krieger is welcomed to celebrate her career, how she wants to be remembered, and her most cherished moments playing the beautiful game (25:15). And finally, the crew react to part one of Kickin' It with Carli Lloyd, her criticisms of Vlatko Andonovski, the Youth System, and then discuss their own personal experiences coming up in said system (39:44).

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/

Vero Boquete talks Fiorentina, El Clasico Venue Shift, NWSL coaching carousel, U19s heading to Pan American Games (Soccer 10/11) Oct 11, 2023

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Jenny Chiu, Lisa Carlin, Kealia Watt and Darian Jenkins discuss the unprecedented move by FC Barcelona to have their women’s team compete at the Estadi Olímpic for the first time due to ticket demand (5:51). Then, Jordan Angeli goes one on one with Vero Boquete of ACF Fiorentina Femminile. They chat about the opening of Viola Park, the new women’s soccer facility for the club, how the women’s game has grown during her twenty year professional career, and the positives that came out of a bad situation after her Spanish side won the World Cup (8:15). Next, Sandra Herrera is welcomed in to shed light on what we can expect with the USWNT moving forward and how the program has shifted focus its youth by sending the U19 team to the Pan American Games (23:38). The team then dives deep into the coaching vacancies around the NWSL (29:53). Finally, it’s a recap of the UEFA Champions League Qualifiers (43:40).

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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OL Reign and KC Current set attendance records, Red Stars succumb to struggles, Unkel talks controversial calls (Soccer 10/9) Oct 09, 2023

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Jenny Chiu, Lisa Carlin, Kealia Watt and Darian Jenkins discuss NWSL's overall skyrocketing attendance including OL Reign breaking the league's all-time best (2:02). Next, the crew breaks down the weekend that was in WSL with draws between four of the league's strongest sides (9:18). Then, the ladies take a deep dive into the results and impact of said results from the NWSL with some teams clinching playoff spots while others campaigns come to a close (16:26). Christina Unkel then weighs in on all the controversial calls that took place in the women's game including eleven cautions during Man City and Chelsea (31:53). And finally, Sandra Herrera joins to explain how the Chicago Red Stars fell short this season and what the future of the franchise could look like under new ownership in 2024 (41:51).

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/

Megan Rapinoe one-on-one interview, Sydney Leroux talks Angel City, KC Current in crisis, NWSL’s race to the playoffs (Soccer 10/6) Oct 06, 2023

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Jenny Chiu, Lisa Carlin and Darian Jenkins welcome in first-time analyst Kealia Watt to Attacking Third to discuss Jonas Eidevall’s contract extension at Arsenal, San Diego Wave getting unceremoniously bumped in the schedule, and Friday’s high-stakes game at Lumen Field (04:38). With so much on the line in the NWSL regular season, the crew then previews the penultimate weekend of action (11:13). Will Washington play spoiler in Seattle?Can Gotham find their shooting boots? Sandra Herrera joins to discuss what’s gone wrong and what the future holds for KC Current following the decision to part ways with head coach Matt Turner (21:43). Jordan Angeli catches up with Sydney Leroux to talk about what makes Angel City so special, coming back from injury and much more (30:40)! And finally, we hear from the legend herself, Megan Rapinoe, who spoke with CBS Morning’s Natalie Morales ahead of her final home game as an OL Reign player (41:49).

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/

Thierry Henry on looking for approval from his father, being saved by his kids, embracing his emotions (Kickin' It) Oct 06, 2023

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Kate Abdo, Clint Dempsey and Charlie Davies continue their candid conversation with France's legendary striker Thierry Henry, hitting on themes of family, loss, forgiveness and acceptance. Thierry opens up about being a “pain in the neck for the good of the cause,” feeling like a stranger in his own home and learning to be vulnerable after years of repressing his emotions. Clint reflects on the heartbreak and anger he felt after losing his sister, and Charlie talks about the perspective he gained after his promising playing career was abruptly cut short by a devastating car accident.

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

Follow the Kickin’ It team on Twitter: @CBSSportsGolazo, @kate_abdo, @CharlieDavies9, @MauriceEdu, @clint_dempsey

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

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