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

Euros Ep 1: Group A Chaos 07/03/2025

Euros Ep 1: Group A Chaos The EUROS are HERE! A red card, a missed pen, and so much more... Day 1 absolutely delivered. After Day 1 of games during which the host nation came SO very close to upsetting Norway and Iceland gave us nothing, Sara and Allie are here to break it all down. First up, it's the hosts Switzerlands vs. Norway in a game that truly had everything. Norway got the win, but are we convinced? Is the curse broken or was this just a lucky 3 pts for Norway? Next, it's Iceland vs. Finland and Sara is here to admit she underestimated Finland. What went down with Allie's Iceland? Plus, Group B matchday is TODAY, Thursday, and we've got brief previews of those games for you too! Episode edited by Mike Adams @monkeyhillmedia. Follow us on socials @thewososhow /episode/index/show/itsnotcalledsoccer/id/37269380

Euros Preview: Predictions 06/30/2025

Euros Preview: Predictions It's time! The tournament starts on WEDNESDAY and we've got our full predictions starting from the groups through to the final! It's everyone's favorite and least favorite episode - what a blast to pick but also so painful. Who advances in the group of death? And who wins it all? Plus, of course, Golden Boot & Golden Glove... while only one is real euros prize, we're giving them both predictions. Follow along with the bracket on your screen where the episode logo usually lives! Follow us on socials @theWOSOshow /episode/index/show/itsnotcalledsoccer/id/37214605

Euros Group Previews Episode 4: Group D 06/26/2025

Euros Group Previews Episode 4: Group D Group D: England, Netherlands, France, and Wales About this series: This is a special five-episode series that will preview & break down all four groups in the UEFA European Women's Championship plus an episode just for tournament predictions. Each group gets one dedicated episode in which we discuss all four teams and our thoughts on which teams will advance out of that group. The fifth episode will combine all groups and see Sara & Allie make their predictions for the entire Follow us on socials: @theWOSOshow /episode/index/show/itsnotcalledsoccer/id/37153670

Euros Group Previews Episode 3: Group C 06/23/2025

Euros Group Previews Episode 3: Group C Group C: Sweden, Germany, Poland, Denmark About this series: This is a special five-episode series that will preview & break down all four groups in the UEFA European Women's Championship plus an episode just for tournament predictions. Each group gets one dedicated episode in which we discuss all four teams and our thoughts on which teams will advance out of that group. The fifth episode will combine all groups and see Sara & Allie make their predictions for the entire Follow us on socials: @thewososhow /episode/index/show/itsnotcalledsoccer/id/37048635

Euros Group Previews Episode 2: Group B 06/19/2025

Euros Group Previews Episode 2: Group B Group B: Belgium, Italy, Spain, Portugal About this series: This is a special five-episode series that will preview & break down all four groups in the UEFA European Women's Championship plus an episode just for tournament predictions. Each group gets one dedicated episode in which we discuss all four teams and our thoughts on which teams will advance out of that group. The fifth episode will combine all groups and see Sara & Allie make their predictions for the entire Follow us on socials: @thewososhow /episode/index/show/itsnotcalledsoccer/id/37048590

Euros Group Previews Episode 1: Group A 06/16/2025

Euros Group Previews Episode 1: Group A Euros coverage starts TODAY! From now until the end of the Euros tournament, we will be dropping episodes 2x/week: every MONDAY & THURSDAY! About this series: This is a special five-episode series that will preview & break down all four groups in the UEFA European Women's Championship plus an episode just for tournament predictions. Each group gets one dedicated episode in which we discuss all four teams and our thoughts on which teams will advance out of that group. The fifth episode will combine all groups and see Sara & Allie make their predictions for the entire tournament. Today, it's Group A: Finland, Iceland, Norway, Switzerland /episode/index/show/itsnotcalledsoccer/id/37021085

All NWSL All the Time! 06/11/2025

All NWSL All the Time! A full episode of ALL things NWSL! Let's go! First up, it's the game-of-the-week: Racing vs. Utah. Are things finally clicking for Racing? Is Utah's record indicadive of their play? Next we're joined by Lesley Ryder of Gal Pal sports who chats all things right and wrong with Chicago. Next, it's onto the Gotham FC vs. KC drama... how many goals called back is too many? Finally, as we've promised, it's all things SD Wave and what is going so right? /episode/index/show/itsnotcalledsoccer/id/36945125

International Break 06/04/2025

International Break It's the final international break before the EUROS kick off and it delievered! First up, it's the news about the Matildas new Head Coach. Then, we're jumping right into the biggest news of the break: Mary Earps is retiring from International football. Lioness fans seem to be mad about the timing... but should they be? Next, it's onto the USWNT including the return of Naomi Girma, the debut for Lo LaBonta, and of course the Goalkeeper situation that has everyone talking. Episode edited by Mike Adams @monkeyhillmedia. Follow us on socials @thewososhow /episode/index/show/itsnotcalledsoccer/id/36844375

Arsenal: Champions of Europe 05/28/2025

Arsenal: Champions of Europe Arsenal are Champions of Europe after their win against Barca! How did that happen? What did Arsenal do right and what broke down for Barca, if anything? We're here to talk about it all... plus of course the hilarious celebrations. Next, it's around the world for a couple of key updates on tournaments we haven't been tracking as closely. Next, it's the NWSL and the chaos that continues. A wild red card in the Racing vs. ACFC game leads us to talking Angel City again. Finally, Sara has changed her mind on the World 7's Football - does she like it or not, and what changed her mind? Episode edited by Mike Adams @monkeyhillmedia. Follow us on socials @thewososhow /episode/index/show/itsnotcalledsoccer/id/36736915

Chelsea Rejoice & KC Triumph 05/21/2025

Chelsea Rejoice & KC Triumph Chelsea did the domestic treble! Beating United in the FA Cup Final, Chelsea emerge victorious in all three domestic competitions. Also, a new owner for Chelsea has emerged... but are Sara & Allie fans? And that's not all! The Champions League Final is this coming weekend and we're of course previewing the massive matchup between Arsenal & Barcelona. Do either of our co-hosts believe in Arsenal? Next, it's a surprise trip to Scotland for a brand new Champion! And finally, NWSL is in full swing and KC beat Orlando in the much anticipated showdown. Is it time for Orlando to worry? Episode edited by Mike Adams @monkeyhillmedia. Follow us on socials @thewososhow /episode/index/show/itsnotcalledsoccer/id/36651255

WSL Rebrand Flop & Interview with Taylor Huff 05/14/2025

WSL Rebrand Flop & Interview with Taylor Huff Allie and Sara are back again. The WSL is over for another year but has a brand new look for August... is this a shoot or a boot? What even is the WSL2? lol. Plus, a review of the '24-'25 season and which teams are looking good this off-season, and which are the big question marks? Next, the FA cup final is this weekend - will United take it again or can Chelsea do the domestic treble? Finally, it's NWSL madness including all things ACFC. Finally, Sara sits down with Bay FC's Taylor Huff to talk about her journey to the NWSL, her work ethic, and the big move out west. Episode edited by Mike Adams @monkeyhillmedia. Follow us on socials @thewososhow /episode/index/show/itsnotcalledsoccer/id/36555600

The Other Lionesses In Town 05/07/2025

The Other Lionesses In Town Chelsea are Champions once again and London City Lionesses are joining the WSL! What a weekend of football and so much to discuss. First up, it's London City and Michele Kang's squad. Why is Michele Kang a polarizing figure in England and how will London City fair in the WSL next year? Next, it's onto the WSL - CHELSEA ARE CHAMPIONS! The race isn't over, though, as Arsenal and United are set to battle it out for second place. Why is 2nd so important in terms of next year's Champions League? Then, it's onto the NWSL and the true chao that it brings. Was the Lorne Donaldson firing preemptive? Finally, we had to end on the discuss around the law passed by the FA to ban trans women from playing womens football. Episode edited by Mike Adams @monkeyhillmedia. Follow us on socials @thewososhow /episode/index/show/itsnotcalledsoccer/id/36462660

Gunners Gunning for Barcelona 04/30/2025

Gunners Gunning for Barcelona A chaotic weekend of football! Allie and Sara are here to talk you through it starting with of course the wild semi-final games of the Champions League. Do Arsenal stand a chance against the reiging champs Barca or will they fall like Chelsea? Next, it's WSL: who is going down, who is coming up, and what is the drama in the third division? Then, finally, it's the NWSL and the most unpredictable weekend of the season. What in the world?! The chaos is upon us and we are LOVING IT. All that and more on The Women's Soccer Show. Episode edited by Mike Adams @monkeyhillmedia. Follow us on socials @thewososhow /episode/index/show/itsnotcalledsoccer/id/36364335

Cascadia Rivalry Remains Strong 04/23/2025

Cascadia Rivalry Remains Strong Cascadia Rivalry, Orlando with their first loss, Champions League chaos for both English sides, AND WSL! It's the holiday time of football season because we're getting spoiled with all of this football! NWSL, WSL & Champions League played this past weekend and we're here to cover it all! Kicking it off with the NWSL and the Cascadia Rivalry as the game of the week - one of the best Cascadia rivlary games we've seen in years? Staying in the NWSL, Sara & Allie discuss Washington's win over Orlando and of course run through if Allie's picks held up from last weekend. Next, it's onto the Champions League as Semi-Final Leg 1 was played this past weekend and both English sides find themselves between a rock and a hard place. Can either of them pull it off? Finally, it's the WSL and the epic ending of the table - which Manchester side will secure that 3rd and final Champions League spot? Episode edited by Mike Adams @monkeyhillmedia. Follow us on socials @thewososhow /episode/index/show/itsnotcalledsoccer/id/36274300

FA Cup Wilding, NWSL Sliding 04/16/2025

FA Cup Wilding, NWSL Sliding Domestic football is back and Allie is pumped! On this week's episode: NWSL, FA Cup, and Champions League! NWSL's game of the week has to be Chicago taking down Bay FC - what is going down with both of these clubs? More importantly, we take a look at the table and ask: is the NWSL predictable? Sara & Allie make a bet live on-air that Allie will take on this week and throughout the season! Next, it was FA Cup Semi Finals this past weekend and your favorite co-hosts discuss. Fianlly, it's all things Champions League - who is going to take the all important first Semi-Final leg this weekend? Episode edited by Mike Adams @monkeyhillmedia. Follow us on socials @thewososhow /episode/index/show/itsnotcalledsoccer/id/36170585

International Break & Interview with Sarah Knapp 04/09/2025

International Break & Interview with Sarah Knapp It's International Break! Instead of diving right into games, Sara & Allie jump right into the discussion around Zambia's National Team and why NWSL players didn't travel with the team in this FIFA Window. Next, the England Lionesses suffered MANY injuries in this window, including to many key players for Arsenal & Chelsea, and it all must be discusssed. Finally, saving the best for last, Sports Psychologist Sarah Knapp joins the show for an interview about sports psychology and her life working as a sports psychologist. Episode edited by Mike Adams @monkeyhillmedia. Follow us on socials @thewososhow /episode/index/show/itsnotcalledsoccer/id/36062465

Two Goals Up is a Dangerous Score 04/01/2025

Two Goals Up is a Dangerous Score Allie is back and ready to talk all things Chelsea would you beleive. Sara and Allie take you throught the Champions League Quarter finals and how all the drama played out. Then its a game of the week. Chelsea v West Ham. Both teams on a roll, a clash of the titans. Or more like David vs Goliath. Then the Nwsl rundown and how the table is shaping up after 3 games. /episode/index/show/itsnotcalledsoccer/id/35967135

Will Champions League Miracles Happen? 03/26/2025

Will Champions League Miracles Happen? It's Leg 2 of the Champions League Quarterfinals TODAY & TOMORROW! Amy O'Connor joins as a guest-host to preview all four games of the UWCL and discuss which teams that are down in aggregate could still pull it off. Can Chelsea overcome a 2-0 deficit against City? Can Arsenal take down Real Madrid? Will ANY German team advance? Next it's onto the WSL and all of the hot topics of table as we approach just five games left in this '24-'25 campaign. Finally, it's the NWSL as Amy was in attendance at the Gotham vs. Orlando game. We dive into the fan incident and the larger implications of it, and then of course the game. Will Gotham make the playoffs this year? Episode edited by Mike Adams @monkeyhillmedia. Follow us on socials @thewososhow /episode/index/show/itsnotcalledsoccer/id/35870855

NWSL Opening Weekend & Solars United Interview 03/19/2025

NWSL Opening Weekend & Solars United Interview This ep has everything! NWSL opening weekend, WSL chaos as the top and bottom of the table, and Champions League Quarters that kick off this week. Not to mention, this great ep is made exponentially better by the incredible interview with Sara Harrak and Leah Harvey of Solars United. Kicking it off in the NWSL, it's a bit of everything as we break down teams that look great, have potential, and ones that need some help. Next, its WSL and two big results from this past weekend that impacted the top & bottom of the table. Is the title effectively Chelsea's? And more importantly, will Aston Villa be relegated?! Finally, it's the Solars United Interview that we KNOW you'll all supremely enjoy. Episode edited by Mike Adams @monkeyhillmedia. Follow us on socials @thewososhow /episode/index/show/itsnotcalledsoccer/id/35771175

WSL, NWSL & Interview with Brian Sørensen 03/12/2025

WSL, NWSL & Interview with Brian Sørensen Everton Women Head Coach Brian Sørensen joins us for an incredible interview! Plus, tons of WSL news including Gareth Taylor being sacked just 5 days before City takes on Chelsea four times in a row. Are Allie & Sara shocked at this decision, and the timing of it? Finally, it's over the NWSL as the regular season kicks off this FRIDAY! Which teams are looking good and which are Sara & Allie worried about? Plus, Allie's hot take on the new NWSL kits. Episode edited by Mike Adams @monkeyhillmedia. Follow us on socials @thewososhow /episode/index/show/itsnotcalledsoccer/id/35649110

The Women's Soccer Show Derby 03/05/2025

The Women's Soccer Show Derby Arsenal took down West Ham 4-3 in the most thrilling game of the WSL season so far! What a match, and of course Sara & Allie had to break it down as game of the week, since it is also the Women's Soccer Show Derby (Sara's team vs. Allie's team). It's all WSL this week, as the two then dive into Brighton's draw with Chelsea and Girma's unfortunate injury. Next, it's onto some news including player movement and why the WSL eliminating relegation is a REAL future that we may have to accept and soon. Would that be good or bad for the WSL? Episode edited by Mike Adams @monkeyhillmedia. Follow us on socials @thewososhow /episode/index/show/itsnotcalledsoccer/id/35534905

Japan's on Fire, Your Defense is Terrified 02/26/2025

Japan's on Fire, Your Defense is Terrified International Break brings us She Believes & UEFA Nations League! What does She Believe? That Japan is on FIRE! First up, it's all things She Believes as we disect all four teams: USWNT, Japan, Colombia, and Australia. What is going oh so right for Japan and oh so wrong for Australia? Next, it's onto Nations League and England's 1-1 draw to Portugal... is it time to sound the alarm bells for Lioness fans? Finally, a quick preview of this weekend's WSL matchups and the NWSL Challenge Cup which happens to be NEXT WEEK! Episode edited by Mike Adams @monkeyhillmedia. Follow us on socials @thewososhow /episode/index/show/itsnotcalledsoccer/id/35429855

Why Are Spurs So Spursy? 02/19/2025

Why Are Spurs So Spursy? Allie and Sara are back talking all things women's football. They start with the North London Derby. Were Arsenal too good or were Spurs just poor? They also analyse what is going at Spurs and why can they not kick on. Then it's over to international break and the tournament of tournaments - She Believes Cup. What teams should you look out for, and are Australia cooked according to Allie? Finally, Nations League is upon us - what does it all mean in terms of World Cup Qualifers? Episode edited by Mike Adams @monkeyhillmedia. Follow us on socials @thewososhow /episode/index/show/itsnotcalledsoccer/id/35342730

Familiar Foes 02/12/2025

Familiar Foes Chelsea and Man City to play each other four times in 12 days? With Champions League, the WSL, and Women's League Cup... how could this have happend? Sara is tickled pink about it but is Allie thinking this is all a load of BS? Next, it's onto the awful Mapi León news from this week, plus why the WSL didn't handle the abuse at Bunny Shaw correctly. *If you would like to fastforward through these sensitive topics, skip the dialog between 17:07-31:32*. Then, it's around the world and landing back in England to discuss the Subway Cup... formerly known as the Conti Cup. Should Champions League teams be allowed to participate? Why & why not? Finally, the NWSL has lost some key stars to Euroe recently. Is it time to panic? Episode edited by Mike Adams @monkeyhillmedia. Follow us on socials @thewososhow /episode/index/show/itsnotcalledsoccer/id/35249890

Transfers, Transfers and More Transfers!!! 02/05/2025

Transfers, Transfers and More Transfers!!! Allie and Sara are back once again to talk all things Women's Footbal. First up is the game of the week and of course it has to be Man City V Arsenal and their goal fest. Was it attacking prowess or defensive mishaps? Or that heady mix of both! We then take you around the world as we tap into those leagues across the globe as all those title races heat up. Next, the final day of the transfer window caused drama and not just in the WSL! Of course, we talk the Chloe Kelly of it all, plus Walsh, Dunn and the suprise move of a NWSL Champion going to Saudi. Finally the Champions League draw is upon us. We give you the lowdown of the who what where and why for all things Quarter and Semi finals. As ever follow us on socials @thewososhow. Edited by @monkeyhillmedia /episode/index/show/itsnotcalledsoccer/id/35154170

Red Card Controversy & Girma Signing 01/29/2025

Red Card Controversy & Girma Signing Arsenal traveled to Chelsea and there's a whole lot to discuss! Naomi Girma was there to cheer on her brand new team, Kim Little's foul on Lauren James was a pen... or was it?... and of course Katie McCabe's Red Card sparks controversy. Kicking it off with that top of the table clash, Sara & Allie dive into all three of those topics: the pen, the card, and of course Naomi Girma. Next, it's onto the NWSL where pre-season has kicked off! What are the headline signings of the offseason? We'll take you through them all. Finally, huge international news as Carla Ward becomes the new Head Coach of the Republic of Ireland. Episode edited by Mike Adams @monkeyhillmedia. Follow us on socials @theWOSOshow /episode/index/show/itsnotcalledsoccer/id/35058060

Manchester is RED! 01/22/2025

Manchester is RED! What a week in the world of Women's Football, and Sara & Allie are here to take you through it all. Firstly Derbies, Derbies, and more Derbies, and we're diving right into the most important one of all: The Manchester Derby. Why did it fall apart for City, and why it went so right for the Reds? Next, it's WSL rumors about the Scottish Powerhouses potentially joining the league... do our hosts think this is a good or bad idea, and why? Finally, its all Northern Super League (NSL) as this brand new Canadian league kicks off in just over two months. We give you the load down on the who what and why. Episode edited by Mike Adams @monkeyhillmedia. Follow us on socials @thewososhow /episode/index/show/itsnotcalledsoccer/id/34946730

Welcome to 2025 01/15/2025

Welcome to 2025 WE'RE BACK! We've missed you and we've missed a lot of news out of the WSL & NWSL, & international but we are here to cover it all! Kicking it off with "what we missed", we'll take you through all of the highlights of the past month including Casey Stoney's hiring, Denver being announced, and many many transfers in the NWSL & WSL. Next, it's onto the WSL to preview the first weekend back of 2025 & the Manchester Derby. Finally, we're diving deep in NWSL Denver. Why was there a record buy in fee, and where does that money go? Episode edited by @monkeyhillmedia. Follow us on socials @thewososhow /episode/index/show/itsnotcalledsoccer/id/34862050

2024 Over and Out 12/18/2024

2024 Over and Out It's the final show of 2024, and what a year it has been! Kicking it off, it's the highs and lows of WOSO 2024. Next, we have our Euros 2025 groups... how did we end up with THIS group of death?! Finally, we had to conclude with the WSL & Championship. Chelsea suffer their first draw of the season in their final game - will things look different in 2025? Enjoy and we'll see you in 2025 - back on Wed Jan 15! Episode edited by @monkeyhillmedia. Follow us on socials @thewososhow /episode/index/show/itsnotcalledsoccer/id/34493755

It's Not Called Soccer 12/11/2024

It's Not Called Soccer Just kidding, call it whatever you want, but Sara & Allie had a good laugh about "soccer" vs. "football" on this episode after Allie gave Sara a hard time. Jumping right into the news, we're kicking it off with a few random topics including breaking news from Angel City & Sara's thoughts on the Spanish National Team movie 'Se Acabó'. Next, it's onto the WSL where Sara & Allie discuss why the table looks so different, if Chelsea really are THAT good, and why United's owners are up to now. Next, it's onto the Championship to talk tier 2 football in England and the fun that comes with it. Finally, Sara & Allie take you through the Euros 'Pots' that will decide the grouping and touch on a few qualifying game as well. Episode edited by @monkeyhillmedia. Follow us on socials @thewososhow /episode/index/show/itsnotcalledsoccer/id/34390370

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