Attacking Third: A CBS Sports Women's Soccer Podcast

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Weekend Preview: NWSL is BACK! | Euros Final Germany v England | Copa America Final | Picks & Predictions (Soccer 7/29) Jul 29, 2022

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Sandra Herrera and Lisa Roman preview the weekend slate of women’s football. The NWSL is BACK after a week-long break. All 12 teams are slated to play featuring the return of the internationals that were away for their countries. Sandra and Lisa run through the biggest matchups, which players they expect to see and give their previews, picks and predictions for each match. Plus, the Copa America final between Brazil and Colombia is set for this weekend. And the Women’s Euros final is set for Sunday at 12noon ET between Germany and host country England. Sandra and Lisa preview the final and discuss the Euros tournament overall.

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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.

Follow the Attacking Third team on Twitter: @AttackingThird, @SandHerrera_, @LRoman32 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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🚨 Exclusive Interview: Racing Louisville midfielder Savannah DeMelo took full advantage of the chance she was given (Soccer 7/26) Jul 27, 2022

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Sandra Herrera and Lisa Roman welcome rookie midfielder from Racing Louisville Savannah DeMelo to the show. Savannah discusses how she spent the week off at home in California. Savannah talks about the adjustment from the college game to the NWSL and how she put such a big emphasis on the defensive side of the ball, and it played off getting her first start at the defensive midfield role. Savannah also opens up about the communication between the Racing Louisville team among rookies and veterans like Jessica McDonald.

If you support the show, please nominate Attacking for The People's Choice Podcast Awards in the “Best Female-Hosted” Category: https://www.podcastawards.com/app/signup/

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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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🚨 Exclusive Interview: USL Super League President Amanda Vandervort says the Super League will give choices for female players (Soccer 7/25) Jul 25, 2022

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Sandra Herrera and Lisa Roman welcome USL Super League President Amanda Vandervort to the show on the heels of the USL W League Championship. Amanda discusses her role as president, how she wants to grow the women's game through the USL Super League and W League, where her passion for soccer stems from and more. Plus, she shares her extreme excitement for the launch of the USL Super League in August of 2023 and what fans can expect!

If you support the show, please nominate Attacking for The People's Choice Podcast Awards in the “Best Female-Hosted” Category: https://www.podcastawards.com/app/signup/

Vote for Attacking Third in the 2022 World Soccer Talk Awards https://worldsoccertalk.com/best-podcast-2022-world-soccer-talk-awards

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: Rapinoe wins Best Play at the ESPY's | The 2022 Euros Round Up | Latest NWSL Transfers (Soccer 7/22) Jul 22, 2022

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Sandra Herrera and Lisa Roman run through the latest news and notes across the world of women's soccer. The best athletes in the world were honored this week at the ESPY's. A number of women footballers were nominated and honored with Megan Rapinoe winning Best Play for her Olympico Goal during the Tokyo Olympics, and Washington Spirit's Ashley Hatch won Best NWSL Player (3:30). The Women's 2022 Euros are into the knockout stage with top competition in Europe truly impressing. Across the Euros, Copa America and African Cup of Nations, the summer of soccer is going strong (11:20). In the NWSL, it's a bye-week for the teams, giving players a well-deserved rest after the Concacaf W Championship, Lisa gives her take on the most recent NWSL Board of Governors ruling to add VAR to the league, increase production and broadcasts, plus, advancing PRO Referees across the league (22:40). Sandra and Lisa discuss the latest signings and transfers including San Diego Wave FC signing 17-year-old Jaedyn Shaw through the Discovery Process (30:35).

If you support the show, please nominate Attacking for The People's Choice Podcast Awards in the “Best Female-Hosted” Category: https://www.podcastawards.com/app/signup/

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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/

To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit

Concacaf W Championship Final Recap: USA vs Canada | Player matchups | Analysis and Recap (Soccer 7/19) Jul 19, 2022

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Sandra Herrera and Lisa Roman recap the Concacaf W Championship match between Canada and the United States. They breakdown the starting lineups for both teams, which players stood out to them and what this means for the USWNT moving forward.

The United States secure their place in the 2024 Paris Olympics with a 1-0 win over Canada thanks to a 75' minute Alex Morgan PK.

If you support the show, please nominate Attacking for The People's Choice Podcast Awards in the “Best Female-Hosted” Category: https://www.podcastawards.com/app/signup/

Vote for Attacking Third in the 2022 World Soccer Talk Awards https://worldsoccertalk.com/best-podcast-2022-world-soccer-talk-awards

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/

To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/

NWSL Weekend Preview: Thorns Look to Jump to First Place | Euros Update! | Preview and Analysis (Soccer 7/15) Jul 15, 2022

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Sandra Herrera and Lori Lindsey preview the weekend slate of NWSL matches. They discuss the biggest matchups to come,which players to keep an eye on and give their picks and predictions for winners and losers. Plus, Lori shares her thoughts on what she's seen so far during the group stage of the Euros.

If you support the show, please nominate Attacking for The People's Choice Podcast Awards in the “Best Female-Hosted” Category: https://www.podcastawards.com/app/signup/

Vote for Attacking Third in the 2022 World Soccer Talk Awards

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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/

To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, ...

USA vs Costa Rica Recap: USWNT Advances to the Concacaf W Championship Finals (Soccer 7/14) Jul 15, 2022

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Sandra Herrera is joined by former professional and Concacaf broadcaster Jordan Angeli to recap the Concacaf W Championship semifinal match as the USWNT defeated Costa Rica 3-0. They run through starting lineups and what they saw from the US and what to expect in Monday's final. Don't miss this full match recap and great analysis!

If you support the show, please nominate Attacking for The People's Choice Podcast Awards in the “Best Female-Hosted” Category: https://www.podcastawards.com/app/signup/

Vote for Attacking Third in the 2022 World Soccer Talk Awards

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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.

Follow the Attacking Third team on Twitter: @AttackingThird, @SandHerrera_, @LRoman32 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."

For more soccer coverage from CBS Sports, visit

Concacaf W Championship Semi Final Preview: USA vs Costa Rica | USWNT Lineup predictions (Soccer 7/13) Jul 13, 2022

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Sandra Herrera and Lisa Roman preview the Concacaf W Championship Semi Final match between the United States and Costa Rica. The USWNT leaves Group A as the champions, going 3-0 and scoring 9 total goals. They face the runner up in Group B, Costa Rica, a nation that defeated Panama and Trinidad and Tobago 3-0 and 4-0 respectively. Then lost to reigning Olympians Canada 2-0 in the final group stage. Shoutout to Jen "The Keeper" Cooper for these fun facts and stats! Full match preview, analysis and predictions.

If you support the show, please nominate Attacking for The People's Choice Podcast Awards in the “Best Female-Hosted” Category: https://www.podcastawards.com/app/signup/

Vote for Attacking Third in the 2022 World Soccer Talk Awards https://worldsoccertalk.com/best-podcast-2022-world-soccer-talk-awards

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/

To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/

USA vs Mexico Recap: USWNT Advances to the Concacaf W Championship Semifinals (Soccer 7/11) Jul 12, 2022

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Sandra Herrera and Lisa Roman recap the USA vs Mexico match in the last round of group stage for the Concacaf W Championship. News breaks right as the starting lineups drop that USWNT defender Emily Fox is out for the game due to Covid Protocol and forward Ashley Hatch will be out for the rest of the tournament with a back muscle strain. Portland Thorns midfielder Sam Coffey will take Hatch's place.

Sandra and Lisa run through the game starting with the starting lineups and what surprised them the most. They discuss the player rotation from Vlatko's side and what they wish they saw. Plus, they discuss what happened to Mexico throughout this tournament. Full recap and analysis.

If you support the show, please nominate Attacking for The People's Choice Podcast Awards in the “Best Female-Hosted” Category: https://www.podcastawards.com/app/signup/

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/

To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit

NWSL Weekend Recap: Angel City FC wins first rivalry match against San Diego Wave FC | 2022 Womens Euros (Soccer 7/11) Jul 11, 2022

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Sandra Herrera and Lisa Roman recap the weekend slate of NWSL matches. Angel City defeats San Diego in front of a sold-out crowd for the first SoCal Clash! Then they run through the Euros and and round up how the first match day went. Full recap and analysis.

If you support the show, please nominate Attacking for The People's Choice Podcast Awards in the “Best Female-Hosted” Category: https://www.podcastawards.com/app/signup/

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/

To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/

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