Attacking Third: A CBS Sports Women's Soccer Podcast

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Exclusive Interview: San Diego Wave FC Head Coach Casey Stoney on first player signing Abby Dahlkemper (Soccer 11/22) Nov 22, 2021

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Sandra Herrera and Lisa Roman sit down with San Diego Wave FC each coach Casey Stoney to discuss her very first player signed to the new club, USWNT World Cup winner, three-time NWSL Champion, defender Abby Dahlkemper. Casey discusses the process for choosing a player like Dahlkemper to build the foundation of the club. Casey coached against Dahlkemper in England and understands that Dahlkemper is the perfect person to build a club around. Plus, she mentioned that player signings are happening as we speak, expect more news from San Diego in the coming weeks.

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Washington Spirit are 2021 NWSL Champions! | Championship recap: Washington Spirit vs Chicago Red Stars (Soccer 11/20) Nov 21, 2021

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Sandra Herrera and Lisa Roman recap the NWSL 2021 Championship match between Washington Spirit and Chicago Red Stars. The Washington Spirit win the 2021 NWLS Championship for the first time in club history on goals from Andi Sullivan and Kelley O'Hara. It was a tough, well-fought match for both sides. Chicago scores first on a goal from Rachel Hill to end the first half. Andi Sullivan scores the equalizer around the hour mark on a penalty kick. After a full 90-minutes tied at 1-1, they head to two 15-minute overtimes. Kelley O'Hara scores the game-winner on an assist from Trinity Rodman and Washington is named champion.

*Please excuse any audio mistakes, due to game travel we were in remote locations covering the Championship.

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2021 NWSL Championship Preview: Washington Spirit vs Chicago Red Stars (Soccer 11/19) Nov 19, 2021

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Sandra Herrera and Lisa Roman preview the biggest game of the season, the 2021 NWSL Championship between #3 Washington Spirit and #4 Chicago Red Stars. It's the first time neither #1 or #2 teams are in the final. History will be made on Saturday as neither Chicago nor Washington have ever won the title. Predictions, previews, analysis and more.

NWSL Championship at Lynn Family Stadium on Louisville, KY is on Saturday 11/20 at 12noon ET on CBS Sports Net. Pregame coverage starts at 11:30am with Orlando Pride's Ashlyn Harris and Ali Krieger hosted by Lori Lindsey on Paramount +.

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Exclusive Interview: Sarah Woldmoe of Chicago Red Stars | Andi Sullivan of Washington Spirit (Soccer 11/18) Nov 18, 2021

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Sandra Herrera and Lisa Roman welcome NWSL Championship finalist, midfielder for Chicago Red Stars Sarah Woldmoe to the show. Sarah discusses her goal in the semis vs Portland, how the team has progressed this season, the most challenging parts of the year for her the most bizarre thing she puts on her sweet potatoes. Next, Washington Spirit midfielder Andi Sullivan joins the show to talk about the final. Andi discusses the semifinal win over OL Reign, how Hatch, Sanchez, Rodman and the forwards have developed this season and the timeline for her pregame pancakes.

The NWSL Championship is this weekend, Chicago Red Stars vs Washington Spirit 11/20 at 12 pm ET on CBS Sports Network. Pregame coverage starts at 11:30 am on Paramount +.

Sarah Woldmoe (1:05)

Andi Sullivan (16:27)

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NWSL 2021 Award Nominees: Breakdown of players, who got snubbed and deserving winners (Soccer 11/17) Nov 17, 2021

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Sandra Herrera and Lisa Roman run through the 2021 NWSL Award Nominees featuring the Most Valuable Player, Defender of the Year, Goalkeeper of the Year, Rookie of the Year and Coach of the Year. The NWSL Awards are voted upon in two rounds with the winners being announced the week leading up to the NWSL Championship on November 20. Sandra and Lisa run through the nominees, discuss who was snubbed and pick their winner for each category.

The NWSL has announced the following winners for each category:

Defender of the Year: Caprice Dydasco (NJ/NY Gotham FC)

Coach of the Year: Laura Harvey (OL Reign)

MVP: Jessica Fishlock (OL Reign)

Rookie of the Year: N/A

Goalkeeper of the Year: N/A

Defender of the Year - (4:10)

Goalkeeper of the Year - (12:17)

Coach of the Year - (21:52)

Rookie of the Year - (31:10)

MVP - (38:10)

Best XI - (49:01)

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NWSL Semifinal Playoff Recap: Ashley Sanchez scores game-winner for Washington Spirit | Chicago shuts out Portland Thorns (Soccer 11/14) Nov 15, 2021

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Sandra Herrera and Lisa Roman recap the NWSL semifinal playoff matches. Washington Spirit defeats OL Reign 2-1 on goals from Trinity Rodman and Ashley Sanchez. OL Reign started strong scoring in the opening four minutes, but the immediate response from Rodman set the tone for the Spirit. Washington will advance to the NWSL Championship. In the Chicago Red Stars against Portland Thorns semifinal match, a number of influential players out - Mallory Pugh, Lindsey Horan, Crystal Dunn. Chicago's Katie Johnson and Sarah Woldmoe gave the Red Stars the 2-0 win to advance to the NWSL Championship. Full recap and analysis.

Chicago Red Stars will face Washington Spirit in the NWSL Championship on November 20 at 12noon ET on CBS Sports Network.

Washington Spirit vs OL Reign - (2:01)

Chicago Red Stars vs Portland Thorns - (20:33)

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NWSL Semifinal Playoff Preview: OL Reign vs Washington Spirit | Portland Thorns vs Chicago Red Stars (Soccer 11/12) Nov 12, 2021

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Sandra Herrera and Lisa Roman preview the NWSL semifinal playoffs that continue this Sunday, 11/14. OL Reign host Washington Spirit at 3:00 pm ET on CBS Sports Network. Jess Fishlock, Megan Rapinoe and Bethany Balcer look to put forceful attack against Washington Spirit's brick wall backline of Aubrey Bledsoe and Sam Staab. The second match on Sunday is at 5:30pm ET on CBS Sports Network as Portland Thorns host Chicago Red Stars. The bye week for Portland has the Thorns feeling fresh, but Chicago is coming off their fourth straight win. Game previews, analysis and predictions.

OL Reign vs Washington Spirit -

Portland Thorns vs Chicago Red Stars -

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Exclusive Interview: Jessica Fishlock of OL Reign | Tegan McGrady of Washington Spirit (Soccer 11/11) Nov 11, 2021

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Exclusive Interview: Morgan Gautrat Chicago Red Stars | Angela Salem of Portland Thorns (Soccer 11/11) Nov 11, 2021

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Sandra Herrera and Lisa Roman welcome semifinal-bound NWSL players to the episode. Midfielder for Chicago Red Stars Morgan Gautrat joins the show to discuss her team's continued success in the postseason and what its like playing 3 playoff games not just two. Next, Angela Salem, midfielder and MVP candidate of the Portland Thorns. Angela won the Rose City Riveters Supporters Player of the Year award as well. She discusses playing in the postseason, how important a bye week is and how proud she is of her team winning the Shield.

The semifinals of the NWSL Playoffs is this weekend, Portland Thorns host Chicago Red Stars Sunday 11/14 at 5:30 pm ET on CBSSports Network

Morgan Gautrat:

Angela Salem:

News & Notes: USWNT Roster Announced | Portland Thorns new head coach Rhian Wilkinson | Mailbag Segment (Soccer 11/10) Nov 10, 2021

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Sandra Herrera and Lisa Roman run through the latest news in the world of soccer around the NWSL, the USWNT, and more. Vlatko Andinovski has announced his USWNT roster ahead of the final 2021 friendlies in Australia. The 22-woman roster includes 21 players from NWSL clubs and features a much different, younger group of players. Could this be the future USA World Cup team? CBS Sports has announced a multi-year deal to become the exclusive US and English-language rights holder of Barclay’s FA Women’s Super League, the top women’s soccer league in Europe. Coverage will start in 2022 through the 2023-2024 WSL season. The NWSL’s 12th franchise has unveiled their name, San Diego Wave FC. Sandra and Lisa discuss the announcement as well as direct listeners to their latest interview with Wave President Jill Ellis. The Portland Thorns have also announced their newest hire, Rhian Wilkinson, former Canadian international as new Head Coach following Mark Parson’s departure after the season. Plus, they end the show with their Mailbag segment answering listener’s questions. Leave a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts with your question and it will be answered in the Mailbag segment.

USWNT Roster Announcement: 3:30

Barclay's FA Women's Super League: 26:50

San Diego Wave FC: 27:55

Portland Thorns new Head Coach Rhian Wilkinson: 29:14

Mailbag Segment: 36:28

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

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