Attacking Third: A CBS Sports Women's Soccer Podcast

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Exclusive Interview: USWNT defender Naomi Girma preps for her first World Cup (Soccer 7/7) Jul 07, 2023

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Sandra Herrera and Lisa Carlin welcome San Diego Wave and USWNT defender Naomi Girma to the show. Girma prepares for her first World Cup at just 23 years old and talks about everything from getting the call, telling her parents and packing. She admits the one thing she can NOT live without in Australia. Plus, she dives into how she's planning on taking a bigger leadership role with the US. Naomi has parterned with Rockin' Protein to get her strong, fit and ready to bring home a World Cup.

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USWNT Play Wales in Send-Off Match: Starting XI predictions and picks | NWSL Weekend Preview (Soccer 7/6) Jul 06, 2023

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Sandra Herrera and Lisa Carlin preview the weekend slate of games. The United States Women's National Team is set to play Wales on Sunday at 4pm ET for their final match before heading to Australia and New Zealand for the 2023 Women's World Cup. This final send-off match will be the last test before the group stages start and the three-peat is on the line. Lisa and Sandra discuss what they need to see from the US in this final match, starting lineups, predictions and more. Then, they run through the NWSL's week 15 preview featuring all 12 teams competing before a bye week. They give their picks and predictions for the games.

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News & Notes: Former NWSL coach accused of misconduct | World Cup Dark Horses to watch | NWSL and WSL Transfers (Soccer 7/5) Jul 05, 2023

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Sandra Herrera and Lisa Carlin run through the latest news and notes around the world of women's football. They discuss the breaking news out of the Republic of Ireland with manager Vera Pauw being accused of misconduct during her time in the NWSL with Houston Dash in 2018 (4:15). Plus, the free agency period is in full swing in Europe and the trade window is full in the NWSL (17:25). The latest trades and transfers in the WSL and NWSL (23:45). They also discuss the NWSL 2024 expansion teams - Utah Royals and Bay FC - the expansion draft order and more. Plus, they talk about the biggest dark horses to keep an eye out during the World Cup (39:08). Full episode.

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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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NWSL Weekend Recap: Upset Weekend has underdogs picking up points | North Carolina jumps to first place (Soccer 7/2) Jul 03, 2023

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Sandra Herrera and Lisa Carlin recap the weekend slate of matches. They discuss the biggest upsets of the weekend including the last-place Chicago Red Stars picking up 3 points over the San Diego Wave. North Carolina Courage propel themselves into first place after a 1-0 win at home over Houston. Full weekend recap and analysis.

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NWSL Weekend Preview: 2022 NWSL Championship Rematch between Portland and Kansas City (Soccer 6/29) Jun 29, 2023

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Sandra Herrera and Lisa Carlin preview the weekend slate of NWSL matches. It’s the first weekend with a majority of internationals missing for World Cup duties which allows for more players in the league to step up. 4 teams are coming off a midweek challenge cup match - Portland Thorns, OL Reign. San Diego and Angel City. Full weekend preview and analysis.

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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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News & Notes: USWNT World Cup Media Day | Marta's 6th and final World Cup | Challenge Cup Preview (Soccer 6/28) Jun 28, 2023

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Sandra Herrera and Lisa Carlin run through the latest news and notes from around the world of women's football. They NWSL Challenge Cup is back with 3 games during the midweek. Lisa and Sandra preview the three matches with picks and predictions. The World Cup previews continue with the latest World Cup news out of Brazil as the 6th World Cup appearance for the legend Marta will be her last. Plus, the USWNT has started their in-person preparations as the team landed in LA for their Media Day.

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Introducing 'Morning Footy: A Daily Soccer Podcast from CBS Sports Golazo Network' Jun 28, 2023

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Looking to fulfill your soccer fix each morning? Download and follow Morning Footy on Apple Podcasts and Spotify!

CBS Sports Golazo Network’s flagship morning show, Morning Footy, is also available in podcast form! Hosts Susannah Collins, Charlie Davies, Nico Cantor, Alexis Guerreros and reporter Jenny Chiu help fans get their day started with highlights, interviews and the biggest soccer storylines. Listen daily on all podcast platforms. And find the Golazo network for FREE on the CBS Sports App.

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, @jennychiu

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NWSL Weekend Recap: Sophia Smith nets hat trick before leaving with USA for the World Cup (Soccer 6/25) Jun 26, 2023

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Sandra Herrera and Lisa Carlin recap the weekend slate of NWSL matches. Angel City vs Houston Dash as well as San Diego vs OL Reign end with one team in each game playing down a player. Two DOGSO (denial of obvious goal-scoring opportunity) calls force San Diego and Houston Dash to adapt and adjust on the pitch. Sophia Smith puts on a show in Portland with the Thorns picking up all three points over Washington to jump the Spirit in the standings, plus, Kansas City snaps their 4-game losing streak. North Carolina is sneaky good this season as Sean Nahas’ plan falls into place. Gotham FC welcomes Midge Purce back to the pitch and Lynn Williams is vibing before the World Cup. Full recap and analysis.

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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.

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 Weekend Preview: Portland Thorns battle at the top with Washington Spirit (Soccer 6/22) Jun 22, 2023

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Sandra Herrera and Lisa Carlin preview the weekend slate of 6 NWSL games. They discuss who to watch, score predictions and more. Preview, analysis, picks and predictions.

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/

USWNT World Cup Roster Drop Reaction: Notable Snubs. Who will be Captain, and More (Soccer 6.21) Jun 21, 2023

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Sandra Herrera and Lisa Carlin react to the 23-player USA World Cup Roster. They discuss the biggest names included in the list, who's missing and how this affects the USA's chances of winning their third straight World Cup. Full episode.

(3:30) - USWNT Roster

(9:35) - Notable Snubs

(29:58) - Who will step up as captain without Becky Saurbrunn?

(41:48) - USWNT Alternates

(47:00) - 14-first time players

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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