The Women's Soccer Show
A podcast discussing world Women's Football / Soccer news. Head over to www.thewososhow.com for more! Twitter & Instagram: @thewososhow
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Something For Everyone
05/15/2024
Something For Everyone
Just what the title says! We've gota little something for EVERYONE in this episode. We're talking FA Cup Final, WSL, and NWSL. Before jumping into games, Sara & Allie take the time to discuss the Willie Kirk article that dropped this past week and what was truly wrong about it. Next, it's onto games and the game of the week had to be United taking the FA Cup Trophy home from Wembley for the first time ever on the Women's side! What went so right for United and what went so wrong for Spurs? Next, it's Around the World to Scotland, Mexico and France before heading to the NWSL. Is Gotham's Super Team doomed for failure this year after a poor start? Is this the turning point for Houston? Finally it's the FINAL WEEKEND of the WSL on Saturday we're previewing all of Week 22 matches. Who will be crowned champion? Episode edited by @monkeyhillmedia. Follow us on all socials @thewososhow
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Reign 'Surf' to Victory
05/08/2024
Reign 'Surf' to Victory
Plus Arsenal rescue Chelsea. We're here to talk NWSL & WSL as the 2024 NWSL chaos continues and WSL Title Race gets even tighter. First up, it's our game of the week and it had to be Seattle Reign vs. San Diego Wave. Were both red cards deserved and how did Seattle take down SD with just 10 players for an entire match? Next, it's WSL Title Race time as Arsenal pulled out two goals in three minutes to beat City and keep Chelsea in the race. We're breaking down where everyone stands, and what the results from this past weekend mean. Episode edited by @monkeyhillmedia. Follow us on socials @theWOSOshow
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Red Card Controversy & Interview with Chloe Morgan
05/01/2024
Red Card Controversy & Interview with Chloe Morgan
Everyone gets a card! Red cards galore this weekend - did one of them specifically knock Chelsea out of the Champions League? The game of the week had to be Chelsea vs Barcelona. Emma Hayes said that the referee "robbed" Chelsea of the game... do we agree? Nevertheless, the Champions League Final is SET! Does Sara think that Barcelona can be considered a dynasty if they can't beat Lyon? Next, it's onto the WSL & NWSL for title race & chaos updates respectively. Finally, Chloe Morgan joins the podcast for a fun conversation about everything women's football. Chloe is currently the Women's Football Editor for The Athletic FC and previously played for Arsenal, Tottenham, and Crystal Palace.
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Chelsea's Masterclass & Lyon's Resurgence
04/24/2024
Chelsea's Masterclass & Lyon's Resurgence
Champions League, WSL, and NWSL - this time of year has everything and so does this episode! Kicking it off, Sara & Allie bring you news out of the NWSL as the trade window closed last week, along with some fun acecdotes. Next, it's onto game of the week. Sara & Allie debate which game they preferred of the Champions League, and kick it off with Barcelona vs. Chelsea as game of the week! What did Chelsea do to deliver Barcelona's first home defeat in five years? Don't fret, they dive fully into Lyon vs. PSG as well! What went wrong for PSG to blow a two goal lead in 10 minutes? Next, it's onto the WSL to preview the final three games and the tightest title race we've seen in years. Finally, to the NWSL to talk through the madness that is the table, and dive into teams we have yet to discuss this season so far! Episode edited by @monkeyhillmedia. Follow us on socials @thewososhow
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FA Cup Semi-Finals & Sanchez Trade Details
04/17/2024
FA Cup Semi-Finals & Sanchez Trade Details
Allie and Sara are back with all things FA cup, NWSL Drama and world football news. First up we bring you all the drama in the semi final of the FA cup with historic wins from Man United and Tottenham. Then, we take you around the world stopping in Scotland, Germany, Australia, and Spain. Finally we give you all the news on the Maria Sanchez trade request, as well as a NWSL roundup from this past weekend. Episode edited by @monkeyhillmedia. Follow us on socials @thewososhow
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She Believes in Euros Qualifying
04/10/2024
She Believes in Euros Qualifying
She Believes Cup, Euros Qualifying, and an Interview with Skip Gilbert - CEO of US Youth Soccer. It's a jam packed episode as we kick it off with talking all things She Believes Cup! How does Sara feel about the direction that the US are heading? Next, it's over to Euros Qualifying and England's 1-1 draw with Sweden. It's the group of death featuring England, Sweden, France, and Ireland - was Ireland a must-win game for England? Also, plenty of unexpected results in other groups within Euros Qualifying, and we touch on those two. Finally, Skip Gilbert joins us to talk about the pipeline of soccer in the US. Can academies & college exist together? How young is too young for the pros? Enjoy a great interview with a person that has plenty of influence over the growth of the game in the US. Episode edited by @monkeyhillmedia. Follow us on socials @thewososhow
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Albert's Apology, Manager Mayhem, & Bay's Big Night
04/03/2024
Albert's Apology, Manager Mayhem, & Bay's Big Night
It's a jam packed episode! We're talking Bay FC vs. Houston, Conti Cup Final & that post-game handshake, and Champions League! Plus, of course, we dive into Korbin Albert's actions and discuss the apology & fallout since. First up, it's our game of the week and it had to be the thriller that was Bay FC's inagural home match that was spoiled by the Houston Dash. Sara takes us through what it was like in that stadium, and why it means so much for the Bay. Next, onto the Conti Cup Final where there was less to discuss about the game as a whole, and more about Frida Maanum's collapsing and the post-game handshake. Then, we'll stay in Europe to discuss the Champions League and preview the upcoming Semi-Finals. Finally, Sara & Allie dicuss the ever important subject of Korbin Albert's actions, the impact they have had, and how it should be handled. Episode edited by @monkeyhillmedia. Follow us on socials @thewososhow
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SPECIAL: In-Person with Amy O'Connor
03/27/2024
SPECIAL: In-Person with Amy O'Connor
We promised you a cheeky surprise after a week off, and here it is! Sara was in her old stomping grounds of NYC and she sat down with guest host Amy O'Connor (UEFA B License & registered United fan) for an in-person recording! Sara and Amy kick things off with the WSL and the Manchester Derby. Manchester is Blue and Amy is sad, and City may actually win the title this year. Next, it's onto the NWSL for week 2 of regular season play. Sara could barely contain her excitement. Two unexpected teams are 2-0, and two unexpected teams find themselves at the bottom of the table. Episode edited by @monkeyhillmedia. Follow us on socials @thewososhow
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Gold Cup Final & FA 'cupsets'
03/13/2024
Gold Cup Final & FA 'cupsets'
USA vs Brazil, 'Cupsets' in the FA Cup, and big news out of Panama National Team & Leicester City that needs discussing. To kick it off, we dive immediately in the USWNT 1-0 win over Brazil. Was this Brazil's worst performance of the tournament, and if so why? Next, it's a quick recap of the FA Cup and then into two important news topics: Leicester City's Manager Willie Kirk and Marta Cox & the comments that the Panamaniam Football Federation President had to say about her. Episode edited by @monkeyhillmedia. Find us on socials @thewososhow.
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Golden Moments and Broken Dreams
03/06/2024
Golden Moments and Broken Dreams
Gold Cup & WSL, what more could you want? First up, Sara & allie dive into the drama of the "draw" that was heartbreak for Puerto Rico. Was this the best way to determine who advances in the tournament? If not, how else? Next, we pull the best part of our Gold Cup Quarterfinal special for you and drop it in for a peak into Sara & Amy's breakdown of the already imfamous USA vs. Colombia match. Don't fret because we're not out out Gold Cup yet. SEMI FINALS are TODAY, Wednesday, when this episode is dropping and we are bringing you previews & predictions for tonight's matchups. Finally, it's to the WSL for the wild 10 goal stunner that was Bristol City vs. Brighton. Episode edited by @monkeyhillmedia. Follow us on socials @thewososhow
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Gold Cup Quarterfinal SPECIAL!
03/05/2024
Gold Cup Quarterfinal SPECIAL!
All four games from this past weekend, analyzed! Ahead of Wednesday's semi-finals, we're breaking it all down. Don't fret, we're still bringing you our regular episode on Wednesday with semi-final previews & predictions and all, but first, we're breaking down the four W Gold Cup quarterfinal matches from this weekend. Amy O'Connor joins the pod again as she and Sara discuss the wins, blunders, and more, of each squad. Follow us on socials @thewososhow
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Gold Cup Group Stage
02/28/2024
Gold Cup Group Stage
It's International Break! Before we dive head first into the Gold Cup & England's friendlies, we spend a moment discussing the recent news out of Kansas City Current. Ticket prices dropped and they leave us with one question - is this game still accessible to most? Then, it's over to the Gold Cup! First we'll kick it off with the ALWAYS exciting Brazil vs. Colombia matchup, and then Sara wipes her tears as we get into Mexico's 2-0 win over the USA. Why are we seeing such improvements in Mexico? And what is next for the USWNT? Finally, it's over to England to discuss friendlies for the Lionesses! Episode edited by @monkeyhillmedia. Follow us on socials @thewososhow
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Chasing Chelsea & The Gold Cup
02/21/2024
Chasing Chelsea & The Gold Cup
WSL & International! Does it get much better?! This is a MONSTER of an episode! We're joined by Amy to spend the first 30 minutes of the episode on the WSL. Kicking it off with City beating Chelsea and then into Arsenal vs United, and around the league to other noteable scores. Will City win a trophy this year? Next, it's over to international for the second half of the episode. We'll take you to Switzerland for a brief Euros update, and then it's all W Gold Cup! We'll explain what this tournament is and what we're looking forward to. Continue to tune in to hear about the games and the touranemt play! Episode edited by @monkeyhillmedia. Follow us on socials @thewososhow
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Wobbles, Wins and Wonderful Weekends
02/14/2024
Wobbles, Wins and Wonderful Weekends
It's FA Cup! Manchester City vs. Arsenal.... clash of the titans or a damp squib of a game? In more exciting FA Cup news: the Championship teams crushed it. Next, it's over to international for news that JUST started getting traction across the UK & US... right after we recorded it and said that it wasn't getting traction. c'est la vie, that doesn't make it any less interesting! News of the next Euros host Swizterland are cutting funding for the tournament. Finally it's everyone's favorite moment as we preview possibly the biggest weekend of the WSL all season and the 6 games that we'll all have our eyes glued to. What are the implications of each potential outcome? Episode edited by @monkeyhillmedia. Follow us on @theWOSOshow
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Horan's Headlines & Unexpected Upsets
02/07/2024
Horan's Headlines & Unexpected Upsets
The title says it all. We're talking Lindsey Horan's headline-making comments and of course the upset of the weekend in the WSL - West Ham beating Arsenal. To kick it off, it's the US and the statement from Horan - what did she actually mean and does context make it any better? Next, it's over to the WSL for the game of the week: West Ham vs Arsenal. The shock win for the Hammers sees them take strides to safety whereas are Arsenals title dreams in tatters? Finally it's all things Champions League. We have our Quarterfinal matchups! Which matcups are Sara & Allie looking forward to most? Episode edited by @monkeyhillmedia. Follow us on socials @thewososhow.
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Daly Dives & Relegation Realities
01/31/2024
Daly Dives & Relegation Realities
WSL, Champions League, and NWSL - we've got it all in this episode. We kick it off with WSL and a weekend that left Sara frustrated and disappointed in certain clubs. Why should West Ham supporters think twice after their win vs. Bristol City? And is it still a two team race at the bottom? We couldn't talk WSL without talking about the Daly dive that scored Villa a goal vs. United, and the joyous occasion that was watching Miedema's first goal back from her ACL injury as Arsenal are rolling! Next, it's around the world to scores and leagues across the globe. Finally, a quick Champions League update followed by an NWSL preseason discussion as the NWSL is officially back in action in less than 3 weeks. Episode edited by @monkeyhillmedia. Follow us on socials @thewososhow
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Their Own Saboteurs
01/24/2024
Their Own Saboteurs
The WSL is back and we're covering it all! It's an all WSL episode! First up is our game of the week: Chelsea vs Man United. Amy O'Connor is back to talk all things United - what isn't working, and what does the future hold? Of course, Sara & Amy dive into the Chelsea of it all as well. Next, it's around the world for updates and scores in leagues around the world including Australia, Mexico, France, and even Championss League. Next, it's onto the bottom of the table battles that were so captivated they could've all been games of the week including Brighton vs. Bristol City & West Ham vs. Tottenham. Finally, Sara & Allie preview all six upcoming WSL matchups for this weekend including the one game that could decide who is religated this season. And, oh yeah, of course we threw in predictions! Episode edited by @monkeyhillmedia. Follow us on socials @thewososhow
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2024 Starting Strong
01/17/2024
2024 Starting Strong
*Recorded before news of Mal Swanson's contract dropped! Swanson is now the highest paid player in the NWSL. WE'RE BACK! We've missed you and we've missed a lot of news out of the WSL & NWSL but we are here to cover it all! Kicking it off with WSL. First, a short conversation around transfers and then over to this upcoming weekend. We'll preview a couple of games that we are most excited for, and analyze what to expect from each matchup. Next, it's over to the NWSL to talk all things free agency and draft. There have been some massive moves in the NWSL and we are running through the highlights and digging into some topics that need more coverage, such as the Ashley Sanchez trade and Crystal Dunn's husband's hiring. Episode edited by @monkeyhillmedia. Follow us on socials @thewososhow
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The Pod Before Christmas
12/20/2023
The Pod Before Christmas
It's the last one of 2023, and what an episode it is! The WSL decended into chaos in it's final weekend, with thrills and spills up and down the league. Is there still hope for Arsenal to win the league? Does Allie still have faith West Ham can survive the drop? Of course, we go around the world before landing on NWSL Expansion Draft madness. Should the Expansion Draft exist, and if not what would be a better option? Episode edited by @monkeyhillmedia. Follow us on socials @thewososhow
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'Gunning' for the Top & Interview with Bekki Morgan
12/13/2023
'Gunning' for the Top & Interview with Bekki Morgan
It's the second the last weekend of WSL play in 2023 & the leadup to the NWSL Expansion Draft! First off, it's our game of the week featuring Arsenal taking down Chelsea in a whopping 4-1 victory. Concerns for Chelsea after a destruction we haven't seen in a while? Is this a turning point for Arsenal? Next, we are joined by Bekki Morgan (The Equalizer & Butchertown Rundown: A Racing Louisville Podcast) to talk all things Racing Louisville. What has held the team back in the past, what about this new coach in Bev, and all things expansion draft for Racing Louisville. Follow Bekki on socials @bekki_morgan. Episode edited by Mike Adams @monkeyhillmedia. Follow us on socials @theWOSOshow.
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Around the World & Back Again
11/29/2023
Around the World & Back Again
Allie is back - have you missed them? Allie and Sara talk about what's up with West Ham, Aston Villa and Spurs. Then they look ahead to International Break and say welcome back to some familar faces... and goodbye to others. As ever we hit you up with updates from leagues around the world and more. Episode edited by @monkeyhillmedia. Follow us on socials @thewososhow.
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Manchester is Blue
11/22/2023
Manchester is Blue
Manchester is blue and so was the Empire State Building for one hour only to celebrate Gotham FC's NWSL win. First up it's WSL and the wild weekend that gave us so many great games they could have all been featured as our game of the week. Amy joins Sara to break down the Manchester Derby, and of course West Ham vs. Aston Villa, and ALL of the other WSL matchups from bottom of the table clashes to top. Next, it's over to the NWSL to discuss how Gotham 'fumbled the bag' big time on championship celebrations and why this has larger implications. Finally, it's over to international to discuss Emma Hayes and the latest USWNT roster selection that left us all with our jaw dropped and many questions... we're here to answer them all! Episode edited by Mike Adams @monkeyhillmedia. Follow us on socials @theWOSOshow.
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Queens of Gotham City
11/15/2023
Queens of Gotham City
Gotham FC are Champions! The Bats, as they are now lovingly called, have done it and Sara & Amy are here to break it ALL down. From tactics to the wild red card ending to Megan Rapinoe & Ali Krieger's last games... these two touch on it all. Next, it's around the world for scores and updates in leagues in Europe & Mexico. Finally, it's over to the WSL. Should City be worried? Was that enough to quell the worries for Villa? Why can't Arsenal start strong, and what has gotten into Brighton?! Of course, they'll preview this weekend's upcoming matchups too. Episode edited by Mike Adams @monkeyhillmedia. Follow us on socials @theWOSOshow.
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NWSL Semi Finals & More
11/08/2023
NWSL Semi Finals & More
Amy O'Connor is here to co-host with Sara for three weeks and we could not be more excited about it! First off, the two dive right into the NWSL Semi Finals. Did the extra week off impact Portland & San Diego, and was that Gotham's best game of the season? Of course, Sara & Amy preview the 'Sue Bird Bowl' (aka the Championship) and make their predictions! Next, it's over to some International News that broke that Emma Hayes could be set to coach the USWNT. What does this mean for the future of the US... and of Chelsea? Finally, it's the WSL and the incredible chaos that has been this season. The two dive into each matchup from this past weekend, if West Ham should be worried, and what matchups they're looking forward to for this upcoming weekend. Episode edited by Mike Adams @monkeyhillmedia. Follow us on socials @theWOSOshow.
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International Break & Interview with Susie Cirilli
11/01/2023
International Break & Interview with Susie Cirilli
It's International Break! First up, Sara gets to dive into the US Women's National Team. Was there improvement across the two games? Why does Sara think some USWNT fans are wrong about how to manage the young talent on the team, and who will be the next Head Coach? Then, it's over to England and Allie's Lioness's to discuss if the scorelines are worthy of fans growing concerned. Next, it's Canada vs. Brazil and Australia's massive win. Finally, Sara and Allie sit down with Susie Cirilli to discuss the women's soccer and real estate. Episode edited by Mike Adams @monkeyhillmedia. Follow us on socials @theWOSOshow.
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Bats Fly & OL 'Reigns' Supreme
10/25/2023
Bats Fly & OL 'Reigns' Supreme
NWSL, WSL, & Champions League - this episode has it all and we're going around the horn to it all! Kicking it off with the NWSL Quarter Finals, our game of the week is North Carolina vs. Gotham FC. Gotham took the win 2-0, but was it enough to convince us that Gotham has what it takes to go all the way? What were the factors that lead to Gotham's victory? Next, it's onto OL Reign vs. Angel City, as OL Reign took down ACFC 1-0 in one of the most boring playoff matches we've seen. That's right, we said it. Finally, and of course, predictions for semi final games! Next, it's onto the WSL where we finally dig into the meat of the conversation around Aston Villa who have dropped four of four matches. What has gone wrong and why is it not working? Next, it's Champions League football as we get to discuss both French teams flying and two of three English teams whose Champions League season is already done. Where Skinner's comments warrented or in bad taste? Finally, we'll finish with some news out of International Football, both good and bad. Episode edited by Mike Adams @monkeyhillmedia. Follow us on socials @theWOSOshow.
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Decision Day
10/18/2023
Decision Day
San Diego Wave are NWSL Shield Champions! Decision Day came and went and left us with a TON of chaos to unpack. Join us as we take you through each matchup. How did Portland lose the Shield in the final game again & how did ACFC break them? SD are Shield winners, but what does that mean and why is the trophy so small? Washington saw their playoff hopes dashed in the most heartbreaking way, while Gotham barely slid by. Of course, we preview the upcoming NWSL Playoffs Round 1 games! Next, it's over to the WSL. That's right, we didn't forget. Plenty of chaos in England too as we are three games into the season and no team is 3-0. Arsenal & Aston Villa - a chaotic ending to this game leaves us with questions. Is it finally locked in for Arsenal and what is going on with Villa? Leicester tied MU 1-1.... is Leicester City is the real deal? Finally, Everton vs. Liverpool was the spicey matchup we wanted, so let's talk about it. Episode edited by Mike Adams @monkeyhillmedia. Follow us on socials @theWOSOshow.
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More Cards Than Clintons
10/11/2023
More Cards Than Clintons
You get a yellow, and you get a yellow, and you get a yellow, ala Oprah. Sara and Allie do a deep dive into the consequences of the new reffing regulations. But before they do, they talk NWSL and the playoff situation. In the penultimate weekend, what teams have set themselves up to qualify and who is out? Also, why is Sara so proud of Allie? (Hint: they have finally listened to the rules of the NWSL.) Then, it's all hot topics in WSL. We talk about cards, performances of the week, and whether the league could survive an expansion. Episode edited by Mike Adams @monkeyhillmedia. Follow us on socials @theWOSOshow
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WSL Opening & NWSL Closing
10/04/2023
WSL Opening & NWSL Closing
The weekend we wanted and did it ever deliver! What a way to kick off the WSL as Sara & Allie start by talking Liverpool vs. Arsenal and if there's cause for concern for the Gunners? Then, it's onto game of the week where these two dive into the full breakdown of Aston Villa vs. United and the game that truly had it all. What a matchup this was! Should it have been a red card? Next, it's around the world to leagues and scores in the rest of Europe. Finally, we conclude with the CHAOS (in the best way) that is the NWSL. With the closest playoff race in NWSL history, we couldn't focus on one game... so we gave you them ALL. That's right. A full roundup of key points from each game. Plus, a short discussion on the NWSL fining its players for speaking out about the refs when they disagree with calls. Is it right? Sara & Allie tackle it all. Episode edited by Mike Adams @monkeyhillmedia. Follow us on socials @theWOSOshow.
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Pull it Together, Lindsey!
09/27/2023
Pull it Together, Lindsey!
International Break & WSL Predictions USA vs South Africa and the retirement of two legends - Ertz & Rapinoe. A poetic changing of the guards for the US as these two exit and young talent is on full display. Sara & Allie discuss all while Sara tries her hardest to not get emotional about it. Next, onto England vs. Scotland and what in the world is this 'Nations League'? And why can't Scotland qualify for team GB for the Olympics? Next, we give you the latest on Spain and take you around the world for scores & updates throughout international break. Finally, the WSL is BACK! We are here to talk the upcoming season that kicks off on Sunday and of course our fun predictions. Episode edited by Mike Adams @monkeyhillmedia. Follow us on socials @theWOSOshow.
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