Attacking Third: A CBS Sports Women's Soccer Podcast

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Luis Rubiales resigns as Spain FA president | North Carolina Courage clinch back-to-back NWSL Challenge Cup titles (Soccer 9/11) Sep 11, 2023

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Lisa Carlin, Aaron West and Jordan Angeli react to Arsenal and Juventus’ shock early exits from the UWCL as well as Ebony Salmon and Deanne Rose’s respective WSL moves. Guillem Balagué joins to discuss Luis Rubiales’ resignation as president of the Spanish Football Federation and whether his departure will convince Spain’s World Cup winners to end their national team strike. Then the crew recaps North Carolina Courage’s win over Racing Louisville in Saturday’s NWSL Challenge Cup final and Manaka Matsukubo’s breakout performance on U.S. soil. And Sandra Herrera reports on NWSL commissioner Jessica Berman’s comments about the league’s expansion plans and the sales of the Portland Thorns and OL Reign.

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Challenge Cup Final Preview: North Carolina vs Racing Louisville | NC coach Sean Nahas & Racing’s Thembi Kgatlana Interviews (Soccer 9/8) Sep 08, 2023

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Lisa Carlin, Aaron West, Jordan Angeli and Darian Jenkins discuss USWNT legend Julie Ertz’s farewell game as well as the complaint filed against disgraced Spanish soccer federation president Luis Rubiales. Then, it’s all about Saturday’s NWSL Challenge Cup final as North Carolina Courage head coach Sean Nahas joins to talk about getting past Kansas City and how international players have impacted his roster. Next, the crew analyzes Wednesday’s semifinals before welcoming in Racing Louisville’s Thembi Kgatlana to talk about her recovery from an achilles tear, representing South Africa at the World Cup and more. And Sandra Herrera swings by at the end to preview the title-deciding game!

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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Spain fires head coach Vilda | Challenge Cup Semifinal Preview | OL Reign's Nikki Stanton Interview (Soccer 9/6) Sep 07, 2023

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Jenny Chiu, Lisa Carlin, Christine Cupo and Darian Jenkins discuss the latest out of Spain as the federation has fired WNT head coach Jorge Vilda and Jenni Hermoso has spoken out. They preview the Challenge Cup semifinals giving tactical breakdowns. Sandra Herrera joins to share her players to watch.

Watch Attacking Third for FREE, live Golazo Network every Monday, Wednesday and Friday at 4pmET on Paramount+ or the CBS Sports App.

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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The latest on the Luis Rubiales Situation | Chicago Red Stars has new owners | NWSL Best XI and Weekend Recap (Soccer 9/4) Sep 05, 2023

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Jenny Chiu, Lisa Carlin, Christin Cupo and Darian Jenkins react to the latest news around women's football. They discuss the latest out of Spain including Liga F protesting their first two matches, recent international coaching vacancies plus the NWSL Team of the Month. Sandra Herrera joins the show to talk about the Chicago Red Stars sale to Laura Ricketts as the biggest NWSL sale in history. The crew recaps the NWSL weekend slate of games with the tight playoff push. Spanish insider Guillem Balagué joins to talk about the latest out of Spain with and the Luis Rubiales situatoin.

Watch Attacking Third for FREE, live Golazo Network every Monday, Wednesday and Friday at 4pmET on Paramount+ or the CBS Sports App.

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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USWNT legendary midfielder Julie Ertz retires | Rules Analyst explains recent NWSL VAR calls | NWSL Weekend Preview (Soccer 8/2) Sep 02, 2023

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Jenny Chiu, Lisa Carlin, Christine Cupo and Darian Jenkins the latest news around women's soccer including 2-time World Cup champion USWNT midfielder Julie Ertz's retirement. They discuss the latest injury update with Sophia Smith and how the Portland Thorns will tactically look different without Smith. Plus, rules analyst Christina Unkel breaks down the latest VAR calls in the NWSL. The full NWSL weekend preview with Sandra Herrera.

Top USWNT players to Watch in friendlies | USWNT midfielder Savannah DeMelo Interview | Angel City's resurgence (Soccer 8/30) Aug 31, 2023

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Jenny Chiu, Lisa Carlin, Jordan Angeli and Darian Jenkins talk about the latest with Megan Rapinoe about how her farewell tour in the NWSL is coming up. The USWNT announces a pair of friendlies vs Colombia in October, each analyst gives their pick for which player they want to see called into camp. USWNT and Racing Louisville midfielder Savannah DeMelo joins to talk about her experience at the World Cup and how she sees herself developing in soccer. Sandra Herrera breaks down the Liga MX Femenil matches and why fans should be watching the Mexican league.

Watch Attacking Third for FREE, live Golazo Network every Monday, Wednesday and Friday at 4pmET on Paramount+ or the CBS Sports App.

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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The latest out of Spain | NWSL Weekend roundup | Orlando Forward Messiah Bright Interview (Soccer 8/28) Aug 29, 2023

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Jenny Chiu, Lisa Carlin, Darian Jenkins and Jordan Angeli talk about the latest out of Spain following the shows of support for Jenni Hermoso following the World Cup trophy ceremony. The NWSL weekend action was packed, they discuss San Diego's win, the latest on Sophia Smith's injury, plus give breakdown's for Adriana's loan goal for Orlando and Kansas City's attack. Sandra Herrera joins to give her insights plus, Orlando forward Messiah Bright joins for an interview.

Watch Attacking Third for FREE, live Golazo Network every Monday, Wednesday and Friday at 4pmET on Paramount+ or the CBS Sports App.

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

Transfer News | The Next USWNT Head Coach | ACFC Jasmyne Spencer Interview | Haiti National Team Danielle Etienne Interview (Soccer 8/23) Aug 24, 2023

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Aly Trost Martin, Lisa Carlin, Christine Cupo and Darian Jenkins discuss the latest in the world of women's football. Post World Cup transfers are alive and well as NWSL's Gotham FC signs Spanish captain and forward Ester González while the Italian league pick up Canadian International Evelyn Veins and Estelle Cascarino signs with Juventus. Hatian player Danielle Etienne joins the show to talk about Haiti's incredible World Cup debut and what her plans for soccer are next in the US. The crew also welcomes Angel City player Jasmyne Spencer to talk about ACFC's good form as of late and her person venture Jas It Up. Plus, Sandra Herrera makes her case for who should be the next USWNT head coach.

Watch Attacking Third for FREE, live Golazo Network every Monday, Wednesday and Friday at 4pmET on Paramount+ or the CBS Sports App.

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

World Cup Final Wrap Up: Spain win their first-ever World Cup | Rules Analyst Christina Unkel Interview (Soccer 8/21) Aug 23, 2023

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Jenny Chiu, Lisa Carlin, Jordan Angeli and Darian Jenkins recap the 2023 World Cup final between Spain and England. They discuss Spain's off-field issues with their coaches and what comes next. The crew welcomes rules analyst Christina Unkel to breakdown some of the questionable ref calls from the final including the handball and penalty.

Watch Attacking Third for FREE, live Golazo Network every Monday, Wednesday and Friday at 4pmET on Paramount+ or the CBS Sports App.

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/

2023 Women's World Cup Final Recap: Spain vs England, a new World Champion is crowned (Soccer 8/20) Aug 20, 2023

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The 2023 Women's World Cup Final recap between Spain and England. Lisa Carlin, Sandra Herrera and Jordan Angeli recap the final discussing each team's tactics, star players, winners of the tournament and more.

Watch Attacking Third for FREE, live Golazo Network every Monday, Wednesday and Friday at 4pmET on Paramount+ or the CBS Sports App.

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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