Attacking Third: A CBS Sports Women's Soccer Podcast

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News and Notes: NWSL Referees issue statement about no-call | August NWSL Team of the Month (Soccer 8/31) Aug 31, 2022

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Sandra Herrera and Lisa Roman run through the latest news in the world of women’s football. A reminder that the Women’s Super League is coming to Paramount+ starting September 10! You can watch all matches on Paramount+. Plus, the PRO NWSL referees issue a statement following the no-call on the goal during the Gotham vs Angel City match. Then, Lisa and Sandra run through their August Team of the Month, listing off 11-players each they think had a stellar month in August.

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NWSL Weekend Recap: Alex Morgan is UNSTOPPABLE | Latest Updated on Kris Ward and the USWNT (Soccer 8/29) Aug 29, 2022

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Sandra Herrera and Lisa Roman recap the weekend of NWSL matches. First, they discuss the latest news in women’s football. The United States Women’s National Team announced on Monday morning that Trinity Rodman will not attend camp due to a family commitment but instead Racing Louisville midfielder Savannah DeMelo will earn her first call-up to a senior national team camp. Plus, the latest out of the Washington Spirit in regard to the recent firing of Kris Ward. Andi Sullivan and Aubrey Kingsbury issue a statement on behalf of the players in their post-game presser.

In the second half of the show, Sandra and Lisa run through the slate of games from the weekend. They discuss Kansas City’s 12-game undefeated streak, Alex Morgan’s 13th goal of the season and Mallory Pugh GOING OFF with Chicago in a 4-0 beat down over Louisville. Full recap, analysis and more.

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NWSL Weekend Preview: Top teams battle, San Diego Wave vs Portland Thorns | North Carolina vs Portland Recap (Soccer 8/26) Aug 26, 2022

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Sandra Herrera and Lisa Roman run through the weekend slate of games. First, they recap the midweek action between Portland Thorns and North Carolina Courage. Diana Ordonez nets her 11th goal of the year to help live the Courage over the Thorns. Plus, Sandra and Lisa update on the news around the league. More information from the Washington Spirit club is released about why former head coach Kris Ward was fired. Plus, Alexia Putellas has been named UEFA Women's Player of the Year for the second year in a row.

Then, Sandra and Lisa preview the weekend slate of NWSL matches. All 12 teams fight for three points this weekend as the playoff push is on. The biggest game of the weekend features Portland Thorns vs San Diego Wave FC in a top-of-the-table battle for first. Full preview, analysis, picks and predictions.

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Exclusive Interview: Angel City FC GM Angela Hucles Mangano says she didn't see herself ever becoming a GM (Soccer 8/25) Aug 25, 2022

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Sandra Herrera and Lisa Roman welcome newly-appointed General Manager of Angel City FC Angela Hucles Magano to the show. Angela discusses how her first week or so of her new role has been since the announcement came on Monday, August 15. Plus, she talks about what exactly a GM does for an NWSL Club, especially an expansion club, - and it's a little bit of everything. As a former professional and US International, Angela discusses how she uses her experience as a player to make Angel City's players the most successful on and off the field. Plus, Angela rates the current era of women's football and says which player's she wants to play alongside and who she'd recruit to play for Angel City.

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News & Notes: Washington Spirit fire HC Kris Ward | Audi Field to host NWSL Championship | North Carolina vs Portland Preview (Soccer 8/24) Aug 24, 2022

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Sandra Herrera and Lisa Roman run through the latest news and notes across the world of women's football. The NWSL has announced the start time and location for the 2022 NWSL Championship. Plus, Washington Spirit has let go of head coach Kris Ward after one season and Gotham FC has traded with Kansas City Current for midfielder Victoria Pickett. Also, there is midweek NWSL action as Portland Thorns travel to North Carolina Courage.

Full preview and analysis with picks and predictions.

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USWNT Roster Drop Reaction: Aly Wagner and Lori Lindsey want to see a formation change (Soccer 8/22) Aug 22, 2022

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Lisa Roman and Sandra Herrera welcome former US internationals Lori Lindsey and Aly Wagner to the show to discuss the latest roster drop from Vlatko Andonovski. There are 23-players named to the U.S. Women’s National Team roster ahead of two September friendlies against Nigeria. The first is September 3, at Children's Mercy Park in Kansas City, Kansas and the other on September 6 at Audi Field in Washington, D.C.. All 23 players were, at some point, part of the Concacaf W Championship in Mexico. They discuss the roster formation, what changes they would like to see on the pitch, the biggest players missing and the which names are the most surprising.

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The Women's Cup Recap | NWSL Recap: Diana Ordóñez nets 10th goal of the year (Soccer 8/21) Aug 21, 2022

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Sandra Herrera and Lisa Roman host a LIVE show to recap the weekend in women's football. The Women's Cup final concluded between Racing Louisville and OL Reign in a historic first win for OL Reign. Club America finished a thrilling match 5-4 over AC Milan. Plus, a weekend of NWSL matches as North Carolina Courage rookie Diana Ordóñez nets another brace, her 5th straight game with goals. Plus, KC Current extend their undefeated run to 11 - breaking a Kansas City women's soccer streak. Full recap, analysis and more.

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'Attacking Third' is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts.

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Exclusive Interview: Club America forward Scarlett Camberos was not ready for the physicality in The Women's Cup (Soccer 8/19) Aug 19, 2022

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Sandra Herrera and Lisa Roman welcome Liga MX Club America forward Scarlett Camberos to the show. Scarlett talks about The Women's Cup tournament in Louisville, KY and what has surprised her the most about the competition. She's been able to hangout with her family and explore the city on off-days. Scarlet talks about transitioning from the collegiate game to professional soccer in Mexico and how her goals of joining the Mexican National Team are closer than she thinks.

Watch USWNT and NWSL games on P+" with a link to https://www.paramountplus.com/home/

'Attacking Third' is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts.

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NWSL Weekend Preview: KC Current Looks for 11th Straight Result | The Women's Cup Final | Midweek Recap (Soccer 8/19) Aug 19, 2022

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NWSL Weekend Preview: KC Current Looks for 11th Straight Result | The Women's Cup Final | Midweek Recap (Soccer 8/19)

Sandra Herrera and Lisa Roman recap the midweek action in women's football. The WICC kicked off on Wednesday with BOTH matches ending in draws and going to PKs. Also the US U-20 team was knocked out of the Women's World Cup after losing to Japan 3-1. New hires across the NWSL and more. Plus, The Women's Cup proves to be just as exciting in year two as it was in year one. They recap all of this PLUS the midweek NWSL action between Houston and Gotham.

Then, Sandra and Lisa look ahead to the weekend to preview the WICC, The Women's Cup and the 4 games in the NWSL. They give picks, predictions and more!

Watch USWNT and NWSL games on P+" with a link to https://www.paramountplus.com/home/

'Attacking Third' is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts.

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

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News & Notes | NWSL Midweek Preview | Ballon d'Or Nominations | The Women's Cup Preview (Soccer 8/17) Aug 17, 2022

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Sandra Herrera and Lisa Roman run through the latest news and notes around the world of women’s football. They discuss the recent trades, signings and more (3:03). Plus, the 2022 Ballon D’Or Nominations are out, and Sandra and Lisa say which name surprises the the most (15:44). The Women’s Cup is underway with NWSL clubs Racing Louisville and OL Reign competing in midweek action (24:31). And the Women’s ICC kicks off in Portland, OR (31:00). Plus, Sandra and Lisa preview the NWSL Mid-Week action between Houston Dash and Gotham FC. Full preview, analysis, picks and predictions.

Watch USWNT and NWSL games on P+" with a link to https://www.paramountplus.com/home/

'Attacking Third' is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts.

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

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