Best Meg Linehan Podcasts (2025)

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How Gotham is using Rose Lavelle and Jaedyn Shaw to go up a gear 16:33

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18h ago16:33

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One month ago, NJ/NY Gotham FC was sitting eighth in the NWSL standings and questions were mounting about their playoff credentials and who would be scoring goals behind leading scorer Esther Gonzalez. Now, Juan Carlos Amoros' team is up to third place with Rose Lavelle in the form of her NWSL career collaborating brilliantly with blockbuster new s…

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What it’s like on a road trip with Bay FC 30:53

4d ago30:53

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Bay FC invited The Athletic to join them on this road trip to Orlando, Florida, to get a closer look at the culture it is building. It was a whirlwind, an inside look on the unique operation that is elite professional sports. Hotels and high-performance. On this week's episode of Full Time Focus, host Jillian Sakovits is joined by Tamerra Griffin, …

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Inside the KC Current's dominance 1:11:34

6d ago1:11:34

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In 2025, the Kansas City Current has dominated the NWSL and shattered records. So, after topping the standings in the regular season, and lifting the NWSL Shield trophy with a record five games to spare, it's time to go inside the club and find out what has come together to make this team so remarkable this season. On this week's Full Time podcast,…

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Remembering Matt Beard & the KC Current lifts first major trophy 35:42

8d ago35:42

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On Saturday, soccer lost one of its most beloved coaches. This weekend's devastating news that former Liverpool women head coach Matt Beard had died at the age of 47 sent shockwaves across the English Women's Super League and the National Women's Soccer League. On this week's Full Time Review, Jillian Sakovits is joined by The Athletic's Charlotte …

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Commissioner Jess Berman talks NWSL salary cap and expansion, plus Full Time's Ballon d'Or predictions 31:22

11d ago31:22

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It was a big week of NWSL news, with plenty of updates and glimpses into the league's future plans. So, on this week's Full Time Focus, host Jillian Sakovits dives into what we learned from the NWSL’s Autumn press conference, where commissioner Jess Berman answered lots of questions regarding the salary cap, player safety, expansion and her future …

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Exploring Hispanic culture and identity with Rocky Rodriguez, Aisha Solorzano & Reyna Reyes 50:41

13d ago50:41

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It's Hispanic Heritage Month, and on this week's Full Time podcast, Melanie Anzidei sits down for three special interviews that explore Latin culture and identity in the NWSL. Melanie is first joined by 9-year NWSL veteran, Costa Rica international and Kansas City Current midfielder Rocky Rodriguez. After that, she caught up with a new face to the …

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The NWSL's quick response to abandon match after Savannah DeMelo collapses 32:29

15d ago32:29

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The NWSL match between Racing Louisville and the Seattle Reign was postponed Sunday after a medical emergency involving Savannah DeMelo. The swift response from the league set a new precedent for player safety after a season where incidents have created frustration around the league. On this week's Full Time Review, Jillian Sakovits is joined by Th…

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Lucy Bronze shares untold stories from England's winning run: My Euros In My Words 58:45

18d ago58:45

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From a hotel in London, alongside her dog Narla, England defender Lucy Bronze sits down with Charlotte Harpur for a special episode of Full Time. The England and Chelsea right back has been on the scene for more than a decade, but the 2025 Euros took her star to new heights. From strapping up her own leg to dispatching a penalty to send the Lioness…

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Gabby Carle on the Washington Spirit's special bond & defending Temwa Chawinga 20:18

18d ago20:18

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No matter what gets thrown at the Washington Spirit, they keep on climbing the NWSL standings. So what is it like to play for the team after numerous lineup changes, transfers, injuries, and a head coaching change? On this week's Full Time Focus, host Jillian Sakovits is joined by Spirit and Canada defender Gabby Carle to talk about another chaotic…

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What the Jaedyn Shaw transfer means for Gotham FC and the NWSL 53:55

19d ago53:55

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After 237 days as a North Carolina Courage player, Jaedyn Shaw is on her way to NJ/NY Gotham FC for an NWSL-record transfer fee of $1.25 million. But what does this blockbuster transfer mean for player, club and league? On this week's Full Time podcast, The Athletic's Tamerra Griffin is joined by Melanie Anzidei to break down the Shaw trade, why it…

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Alex Morgan: Behind the pink headband and business acumen 24:52

22d ago24:52

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Alex Morgan’s iconic No. 13 jersey was retired this past weekend. But only one chapter of her legacy has closes. Her other trademark, the pink pre-wrap headband, will live on, worn by countless players who have mimicked her since 2012. On this week's Full Time Review, Jillian Sakovits is joined by The Athletic's Asli Pelit to get the inside story o…

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Alyssa Thompson lands at Chelsea 21:20

25d ago21:20

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It is another week of record transfer fees and dramatic moves between the NWSL and the WSL. On Thursday, Angel City and U.S. women's national team forward Alyssa Thompson completed a shock move to Chelsea on the final day of the European women's transfer window. But how did the deal go down and what does it all mean? On this week's Full Time Focus,…

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WSL season preview: Can anyone catch Chelsea? 38:02

27d ago38:02

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The English Women's Super League is back this weekend, and so, before the start of the 2025-26 season, the Full Time podcast is doing the perfect preview to break down all the key talking points, things to watch and players to know before it all kicks off. Host Jillian Sakovits is joined by a panel of writers from The Athletic featuring Tamerra Gri…

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Why Barcelona will start the season with only 17 players 33:45

1M ago33:45

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A new season of Liga F starts this weekend in Spain; however, the reigning champion Barcelona only has 17 players currently registered to play. This summer, the 2024-25 UEFA Women's Champions League runner-up saw six players leave, including the puzzling departure of Fridolina Rolfo. Much of this can be attributed to the club's financial situation …

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Grading every NWSL team's summer transfer window 56:26

1M ago56:26

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On Monday, August 25, the NWSL's transfer window officially slammed yet. So, now it's time to analyze the arrivals and departures of all 14 teams and hand out some grades. Who will be the winners and losers of the summer transfer window? On Full Time this week, host Tamerra Griffin is joined by special guest Andre Carlisle to break down and debate …

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What Bay FC's record crowd means for the NWSL & Kylie Kelce talks women's sports role models 38:16

1M ago38:16

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On this week's Full Time Review, Jillian Sakovits is joined by The Athletic's Tamerra Griffin fresh from Bay FC's match against the Washington Spirit at Oracle Park that set a new U.S. women's sports league attendance record. The unpack the atmosphere in San Francisco, what the landmark moment means for the both the team and the NWSL, and what come…

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Inside the Kansas City weather delay and the NWSL's threats over extreme heat procedure 32:44

1M ago32:44

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It's a packed edition of Full Time Focus this week. Host Jillian Sakovits is joined by Tamerra Griffin to talk about The Athletic's reporting on the news that NWSL commissioner Jessica Berman threatened to find the Kansas City Current for the way the team handled last week's nationally broadcast match against the Orlando Pride that was delayed over…

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Crowning the best in the region: Concacaf W Champions Cup explained 41:36

1M ago41:36

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On Full Time this week, host Jillian Sakovits is joined by Tamerra Griffin and Melanie Anzidei to unpack the Concacaf W Champions Cup, the North and Central American and Caribbean women's club soccer tournament returns for its second edition this week. To learn more about why the tournament was created and how it intends to evolve, the podcast also…

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What did the NWSL learn from the extreme heat in Kansas City? 26:26

1M ago26:26

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It was meant to be a marquee matchup on national television that pitted the NWSL's two best team's against each other. Instead, the KC Current vs. the Orlando Pride was delayed over three hours due to extreme heat and the league's safety measures and planning have come under scrutiny once again. On this week's Full Time Review, Jillian Sakovits is …

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Elizabeth Ball on the KC Current's mindset, community and coffee 21:26

2M ago21:26

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On this week's Full Time Focus, Jillian Sakovits is joined by Elizabeth Ball to talk about life at the top of the NWSL standings with the Kansas City Current. The experienced defender is one of the longest tenured players at the Current. On the show, she shares what it has been like to see the team rise over the past half decade. Ball calls into th…

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Getting to know Alex Straus and his evolution of Angel City FC 40:51

2M ago40:51

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Being head coach of Angel City FC might just be one of the biggest jobs in soccer. How do you take one of the most well established and highest-performing brands off the pitch and turn them into a winner on the pitch? Well, this week on Full Time, Tamerra Griffin and Meg Linehan are joined by ACFC head coach Alex Straus to go inside his vision for …

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How the Portland Thorns won NWSL Rivalry Weekend 25:09

2M ago25:09

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The NWSL's first official Rivalry Weekend is in the books. It was a mixed bag until the Portland Thorns took the roof with a 4-2 win over the Seattle Reign, cementing the Cascadia Clash as the must-watch rivalry in the league. On this week's Full Time Review, Jillian Sakovits is joined by Tamerra Griffin to break down that record-breaking rivalry w…

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Making sense of Sean Nahas being fired for a 'multitude of factors' 24:37

2M ago24:37

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On this week's Full Time Focus, Meg Linehan and Producer Theo discuss the abrupt firing of Sean Nahas as the head coach of the North Carolina Courage, and the combative press conference with the club's sporting director Ceri Bowley that followed. What do we know at this time about the firing? And, why is it unclear what happened? Meg and Theo also …

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What makes an NWSL rivalry? 49:56

2M ago49:56

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On Full Time this week we're talking about NWSL rivalries. Over the last 12 years, we've seen some true, real rivalries, but we've also seen some that raise a few eyebrows. So, how do rivalries happen? Who are they for? Why are they important to the NWSL? And, what are the key ingredients to sustaining them? For this discussion, hosts Tamerra Griff…

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Marta's Copa America Femenina legacy & what Trinity Rodman's NWSL return means 38:21

2M ago38:21

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Fresh from the weekend, it's Full Time Review -- Producer Theo is joined by Tamerra Griffin and Melanie Anzidei to break down the incredible Copa America Femenina final between Brazil and Colombia that saw Marta further etch her name into the history books with a legacy-defining display. How close was Colombia to a first-ever title? What does a nin…

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Angharad James-Turner talks Wales' emotional Euros & Seattle Reign's resurgence 30:03

2M ago30:03

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On this week's Full Time Focus, Seattle Reign midfielder Angharad James-Turner joins the show to talk to Asli Pelit her summer captaining Wales at its first-ever major tournament, Women's Euro 2025. Then attentions turn to the return of the NWSL. This week, James-Turner signed a new two-year contract extension with Seattle, and the 31-year-old expl…

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England's Euro parade & biggest talking points ahead of the NWSL's return 46:26

2M ago46:26

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It's time to say goodbye to the ‘summer of soccer’ because what’s that on the horizon? Yes, the return of the NWSL. On this week's Full Time, Tamerra Griffin and Meg Linehan have their feelings heard on the finals of Women's Euro 2025 and Women's Africa Cup of Nations, as well as hear from Charlotte Harpur who was amongst all the fun outside Buckin…

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How England overcame Spain to win Women's Euro 2025 30:12

2M ago30:12

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England held their nerve again. England fought to the bitter end again. England are European champions yet again. The final episode of Full Time Euros takes you inside England's penalty shootout win over Spain in the Women's Euro 2025 final win in Basel, Switzerland, with host Jillian Sakovits and the Athletic’s Laia Cervello, Michael Cox, and Char…

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Everything you need to know about the Women's Euro 2025 final 17:55

2M ago17:55

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It all comes down to this. The final of Women’s Euro 2025 is here, and England will meet Spain at St. Jakob-Park in Basel, Switzerland, on Sunday. Host Jillian Sakovits is joined by The Athletic’s Laia Cervello and Charlotte Harpur to break down everything you need to know about the Women’s Euro 2025 final. The trio trace England and Spain’s respec…

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Is Copa America Femenina evolving or stagnating? 56:19

2M ago56:19

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The start of Copa America Femenina 2025 has been marred by a protest by the Uruguay players over investment, and complaints from Brazil regarding facilities and marketing. So, as the women's soccer world celebrates an incredible month of international soccer, is CONMEBOL's continental championship evolving or stagnating? On this week's Full Time, T…

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What will be the legacy of Euro 2025 for Switzerland? 35:54

2M ago35:54

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On Friday, July 18, 25,000 Swiss fans marched through the nations capital on the way to Stadium Wankdorf to see their country play in its first-ever Euros quarterfinal against Spain. While that match ended in defeat, and the Women's Euro 2025 host's tournament came to an end in Bern, the scenes and passion epitomized the women's soccer awakening th…

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Inside Germany and England's extraordinary Euro 2025 shootout wins 30:14

2M ago30:14

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How did they do it? How did Germany and England win two of the most extraordinary quarterfinals in Euro 2025 history, defeating France and Sweden respectively on penalty shootouts? This edition of Full Time Euros takes you inside those incredible quarterfinals, from Basel and Ann-Katrin Berger's balletic and jaw-dropping saves in the Germany goal. …

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Why Women's Africa Cup Of Nations is so special 53:50

3M ago53:50

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On this week's Full Time, Tamerra Griffin and Meg Linehan take you inside Women's Africa Cup Of Nations. From the press box, to the pitch, to the stands, the community, and the culture, Full Time gets to the heart of what makes WAFCON so unique. The podcast caught up with African soccer journalist and On The Whistle podcast co-host Alisdair Howorth…

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Euro 2025 quarterfinal preview: Can anyone stop Spain? 22:59

3M ago22:59

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The Euro 2025 quarterfinals are here. Eight nations still have hopes of lifting the trophy, but pre-tournament favorites Spain remain the team to beat. Can anyone stop them? On this special quarter-final preview edition of Full Time Euros, host Jillian Sakovits is joined by Charlotte Harpur, Laia Cervello and Michael Cox to break down the key match…

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Ruthless England into knockouts & unpacking the Euro 2025 group stage 42:03

3M ago42:03

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The Euro 2025 group stage is over. And on the final day, England cruised past Wales 6-1 to clinch a place in the quarterfinals, with France going through as Group D winners after a chaotic 5-2 thrashing of the Netherlands. On the third edition of Full Time Euros, host Jillian Sakovits is joined by Tamerra Griffin and Ali Rampling to break down the …

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How can the NWSL adapt to the climate crisis? 57:25

3M ago57:25

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We are in the thick of the ‘Summer of Soccer’ – from the UEFA Women’s Euros, to CAF's Women’s African Cup of Nations, to FIFA's Men’s Club World Cup, and with the NWSL set to return on August 2nd – it is all happening. And, as I’m sure you’re experiencing, the summers are fraught with extreme heat, hurricanes, storms and droughts…and yet, the socce…

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How England bounced back to beat the Netherlands at Euro 2025 47:45

3M ago47:45

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What a response from England. With the Lionesses Euro 2025 title hopes on the line, they bounced back from an opening match defeat to France to thrash the Netherlands 4-0 on Matchday 2 of the group stage. On the second edition of Full Time Euros, Charlotte Harpur joins the podcast from Zurich to break down how England produced one of the best perfo…

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What next for England after disastrous Euros defeat to France? 51:30

3M ago51:30

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The first round of group stage matches at Euro 2025 are in the books, and England are on the ropes after a disastrous 2-1 defeat to France in their opening match of the tournament. On the opening edition of Full Time Euros, Tamerra Griffin is joined by Cerys Jones, Megan Feringa, and Charlotte Harpur to analyze every match, the biggest performances…

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The USWNT dominates Canada & Casey Stoney reflects on England 39:48

3M ago39:48

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On Full Time, Jillian Sakovits and Tamerra Griffin analyze how the USWNT was able to dominate Canada so easily in a 3-0 win on Wednesday night at Audi Field. From Emma Hayes' big picture tactics, to Sam Coffey's ruthless goalscoring streak and the young full-backs who have been totally unfazed by the moment. PLUS: After that, you will hear the seco…

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Lynn Biyendolo's leadership, Aitana Bonmati's illness & Casey Stoney talks Canada 30:10

3M ago30:10

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Fresh from the weekend, it's Full Time Review -- where host Jillian Sakovits is joined by Tamerra Griffin to break down another 4-0 win for the USWNT over the Republic of Ireland, as well as unpack the latest on Aitana Bonmati's viral meningitis diagnosis. What did we see from Lynn Biyendolo captaining her country for the first time? Why is it so i…

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Emma Hayes' return to Colorado & Alyssa Thompson's USWNT evolution 27:21

3M ago27:21

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On this week's Full Time Focus, Jillian Sakovits is joined by The Athletic's Tamerra Griffin to break down the USWNT's 4-0 win over the Republic of Ireland in Colorado on Thursday night. The duo also reflect on the first anniversary of Emma Hayes taking over as head coach, and the symmetry Dick's Sporting Goods Park being the very same stadium she …

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Everything you need to know about Women's Euro 2025 57:55

3M ago57:55

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Welcome to Full Time's big UEFA Women's Euro 2025 preview podcast. Hosts Tamerra Griffin and Meg Linehan get you caught up on everything you need to know about the tournament. With the help of The Athletic's Megan Feringa, Cerys Jones, Ali Rampling and Charlotte Harpur the crew breaks down every group - from A to D - with expert analysis on the fav…

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The secret to the Portland Thorns' home form & NWSL midseason superlatives 37:33

3M ago37:33

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On this week's Full Time Review, Jillian Sakovits has everything you need to know about the final Matchweek of the first half of the NWSL season. Then, Producer Theo is joined by Annie Peterson to go deeper on the Portland Thorns and the rejuvenation of their intimidating home stadium, Providence Park. Peterson looks back on the history of the team…

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How Emma Hayes is managing the USWNT's workload 35:36

3M ago35:36

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On this week's Full Time Focus, Jillian Sakovits is joined by The Athletic's Meg Linehan to break down the latest USWNT roster that was announced for the upcoming friendlies against the Republic of Ireland and Canada. How is Emma Hayes managing her players' workload this summer? Who are the new faces on the team? And, what does Rose Lavelle's retur…

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Summer mailbag special 46:00

3M ago46:00

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On this week's Full Time, hosts Tamerra Griffin and Meg Linehan answer some insightful and hilarious listener questions in a special summer mailbag episode. From fantasy USWNT lineups, to best kits, player stylists, NWSL rule clarifications, a potential future for a women's U.S. Open Cup, book clubs and so much more. _______________ Articles refere…

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Tampa Bay Sun's USL-SL triumph & who is Evelyn Shores? 27:30

4M ago27:30

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On this week's Full Time Review, Theo Lloyd-Hughes gets you all caught up on the major talking points from Matchday 12 of the NWSL season. Then after that, Theo is joined by Tampa Bay Sun captain Jordyn Listro fresh from lifting the inaugural USL-Super League championship title this past weekend. Listro reflects on the emotion of bringing a title t…

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Emma Sears on leveling up to the USWNT 23:06

4M ago23:06

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On this week's Full Time Focus, Jillian Sakovits catches up with Racing Louisville and USWNT winger Emma Sears. The 24-year-old talks about her impressive start to the 2025 NWSL season and takes the listener inside the environment that head coach Bev Yanez has fostered in Louisville. Sears also talks about breaking into the USWNT having never playe…

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Is England in crisis ahead of Euro 2025? 42:25

4M ago42:25

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As England prepares to defend its European title, the nation has been rocked by the sudden retirements of high-profile veterans Mary Earps and Fran Kirby, and the withdrawal of vice-captain Mille Bright. As pressure intensifies on head coach Sarina Wiegman ahead of Euro 2025, many are wondering: Is England really in crisis? On a special edition of …

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A chat with Sam Mewis: From player to podcaster 40:04

4M ago40:04

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This week on Full Time, hosts Tamerra Griffin and Meg Linehan are joined by friend of the show Sam Mewis, the former USWNT player turned podcaster and editor-in-chief with The Women's Game. Mewis reflects on the past 18 months since she retired from soccer and stepped into a new role on the media side. How has she evolved as a journalist and presen…

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Gotham's NWSL slide & inside Boston Legacy's crest design 21:25

4M ago21:25

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On this week's Full Time Review, host Jillian Sakovits is joined by The Athletic's Meg Linehan to discuss the biggest talking points from Week 11 of the NWSL season. Is it time to be concerned about Gotham FC's playoff chances? Is Bev Yanez an early contender for coach of the year? And, Boston Legacy FC have unveiled their club crest. Jill and Meg …