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Be part of these amazing interviews and conversations, deconstructing the complex world of women's soccer with me, LDG as host. From league matches to international competitions, this podcast covers it all, shining the spotlight on the extraordinary talents, tales, and victories of women's soccer players around the globe. Whether you're a die-hard supporter or new to the game, our podcast aims to inform, entertain, and inspire, showcasing the undeniable impact and resilience of women in this ...
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In this episode, LDG interviews Spokane Zephyr goalkeeper Hope Hisey as the Gainbridge Super League's second season kicks off! The duo talked about Hope's experience as a leader on and off the pitch at Arizona University and her time in the NWSL with the Kansas City Current, along with all things Spokane Zephyr. Hope discusses her reaction to heari…
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In today's episode, LDG interviews Seattle Reign and USWNT U-23 Defender Emily Mason! Emily played collegiately at Rutgers University, a Big Ten juggernaut, where she earned multiple accolades, including Big Ten All-Freshman Team honors and recognition as one of the top young defenders in the nation. Mason has competed with the U.S. Women’s Youth N…
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After avidly watching this action-packed weekend of NWSL club play, LDG takes the mic for an instant analysis of the sides that took the pitch. He highlights where each team thrived, the tactical adjustments that need to be made in the future, standout players, and more! He showcases some fantastic standout players and tactical moves by coaches, wh…
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In today's episode, LDG interviews Calgary Wild midfielder Meggie Dougherty Howard! From her days in the NWSL with clubs like the Orlando Pride and San Diego Wave, to joining the Calgary Wild, one of six clubs, in Canada’s first-ever women’s professional soccer league, the Northern Super League, ahead of its inaugural season, Meggie's career has ta…
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In this episode, LDG de-briefs Jaedyn Shaw’s rumoured $1.25 Million Transfer to Gotham FC, and Nealy Martin’s Move to Angel City FC! He also shares his opinions on two beloved players making a move at this time in the season, what this new era of Angel City FC, without franchise stars like Alyssa Thompson, should be built around, and how this move …
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In this episode, LDG looks over some of the newest NWSL moves made during the last chaotic few weeks since the summer transfer window kicked into gear, such as Asisat Oshoala, Ivonne Chacón, Makenna Morris, and more! This is a must-listen episode if you want to understand how the signings LDG thinks you should look out for will affect your team, th…
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In this episode, LDG interviews USWNT U-23 and NC Courage midfielder Riley Jackson! Due to her incredible performances with her school team and club team, accumulating 32 goal contributions with the former, she won the Gatorade National Girls Soccer Player of the Year. Riley signed her first professional contract at 17 via the NWSL U‑18 mechanism w…
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In this episode, LDG de-briefs Alyssa Thompson's reported move to Chelsea and Jacqueline Ovalle's record-breaking transfer to the Orlando Pride. He also shares his opinions on the overblown "NWSL exodus" narrative. Yet, he explains why it is understandable for fans to feel bittersweet about the fact that superstars like Alyssa Thompson are transfer…
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In this episode, LDG interviews Carolina Ascent and Puerto Rican WNT fullback Jill Aguilera. Jill starred at the collegiate level with Arizona, scoring 33 goals over the seasons she played with the Wildcats. At the professional level, Jill has played in both the Ganbridge Super League and NWSL, with the Carolina Ascent and Chicago Stars, respective…
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In this episode, LDG Interviews Samantha Chang! At the club level, Samantha plays for Vancouver Rise FC as a midfielder, one of the six clubs in the inaugural season of the Northern Super League, Canada’s first-ever women’s professional soccer league. Samantha has also represented the Canadian national team at the youth and senior levels, most rece…
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In this episode, LDG discusses the historic campaign of the Italian women's national team (Le Azzurre) at the 2025 Euros, and what the future of Italian women's football is looking like. He starts by discussing the status quo of domestic women's football in Italy before the Euros, talking about the national team's prior results and Serie A Femminil…
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In today's episode, LDG Interviews KC Current/Costa Rican WNT midfielder Rocky Rodriguez and KC Current/USWNT U-23 goalkeeper Laurel Ivory! In this engaging discussion, Laurel and Rocky discuss playing weekly at the first female-specific sporting venue, the new CBA/the importance of player autonomy as an athlete, as well as why The Current was an a…
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In today's episode, LDG interviews USWNT and Racing Louisville FC Midfielder Taylor Flint!!! Taylor is a midfielder for Racing Louisville FC, who has also represented the USWNT. Before joining the professional ranks, Taylor played collegiate soccer with the Colorado Buffaloes, scoring 39 goals throughout four seasons. Taylor was the third pick in t…
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In this episode, LDG looks over some of the newest NWSL moves made during the chaotic few weeks since the summer transfer window kicked into gear! He selects the dozen summer signings that fans should look out for. This is a must-listen episode if you want to understand how these moves will affect your team, the players involved, and how LDG thinks…
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In today's episode, LDG interviews Portland Thorns and USWNT U-20 Forward Pietra Tordin! Pietra is a forward for the Portland Thorns in the National Women’s Soccer League and the USWNT youth teams. She played three years at Princeton, scoring a goal every other game on average. In her last college season, the Tigers won the Ivy League conference in…
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In this exciting episode of The Women’s Soccer Podcast, LDG analyzes the performance of both sides that took part in Sunday's European Championship right after the final whistle, while highlighting standout players from both teams. LDG focuses on this historic Lionesses squad, which has now won two consecutive European Championships, while also bre…
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In today's episode, LDG interviews Fort Lauderdale United Defender Sheyenne Allen. Sheyenne is a defender for Fort Lauderdale United in the USL Super League. As a young player, Sheyenne played three sports, but thrived in soccer specifically at a young age, earning her a spot in Delaware’s Olympic Development Program. Sheyenne then moved to a colle…
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In today's episode, Liam interviews Nádia Gomes! Nádia is a forward for the Chicago Stars and the Portugal National team. As a young player, Nádia represented her country at the U-19 youth level, as an instrumental player for the team, including at the 2014 UEFA Women's Under-19 Championship. Nádia played for BYU in college, scoring 23 goals over h…
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In this episode, LDG Interviews Kaela Hansen! Kaela is a defender for AFC Toronto, one of the six clubs in the inaugural season of the Northern Super League, Canada’s first-ever women’s professional soccer league. A young player from Burnaby, British Columbia, Kaela played with the Canadian youth national teams at the U-17 and U-20 levels, includin…
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After avidly watching the first 8 matches of the 2025 Women's European Championship, LDG takes the mic for an instant analysis of the 8 sides he viewed as the strongest in a Euros special edition episode of The Women's Soccer Podcast. He highlights where each team thrived, the tactical adjustments that need to be made in the future, standout player…
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After avidly watching the first 8 matches of the 2025 Women's European Championship, LDG takes the mic for an instant analysis of the 8 sides he viewed as the weakest in a Saturday special edition episode of The Women's Soccer Podcast. He highlights where each team went wrong, the tactical adjustments that need to be made going forward, standout pl…
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After screaming with joy for 90 minutes watching the USWNT take down Ireland 4-0, LDG takes the mic for an instant recap of the USWNT's match in a Sunday special edition episode. He highlights the standout players, key tactical decisions, and the wonderful golazos that led the red, white, and blue to victory! However, this episode transcends your t…
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In this episode, LDG Interviews Maggie Graham! Maggie is a midfielder for the Houston Dash and the USWNT U-23s. Before joining the Dash, she played her college soccer at Duke with her sister Delaney, winning the ACC Midfielder of the Year Award in 2024, while being named to the first All-ACC and All-American teams. Maggie has experience with the US…
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In this episode, LDG discusses everything about the USL Super League! From clubs, markets, branding, players, and more, Liam covers it all! He goes into detail about why Tampa and Carolina are the two teams leaving this season with silverware, highlighting both on-field and off-field reasons. Additionally, he discusses the value of the Super League…
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In this incredible episode, LDG interviews San Diego Wave and USWNT U-23 Fullback, Quincy McMahon! Quincy has experience with the USWNT youth teams, ranging from U-18 to U-23. Quincy was a member of the First-team All-Pac-12 in 2022 and 2023. Quincy is a versatile fullback who can play on both flanks or even up the pitch in the winger role, as seen…
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In this MUST-listen episode, LDG interviews Makenna Morris. Makenna is a winger and fullback for the Washington Spirit and the US Women’s National Team youth system. In her second season in the National Women’s Soccer League, Makenna has played an instrumental role with the Spirit, as her versatility and ability to deliver complete performances on …
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In today's episode, Liam revives a prior series from the beginning of the podcast, Woso Weekly, covering the latest news in women's soccer with insightful analysis. He covers the signing of the Icelandic superstar Sveindis Jonsdottir to Angel City FC. He talks about her fit with the club, what this move means for the NWSL as a whole, and why Svendi…
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Note: Both versions of episode 108 are the same; this version supports more platforms! In this MUST-listen episode, LDG interviews Kennedy Fuller. Kennedy is a midfielder for the Angel City Football Club in the National Women’s Soccer League and a member of the USWNT youth national team ranks. Kennedy is in her second season in the NWSL after signi…
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In today's MUST-LISTEN episode, LDG interviews Kennedy Fuller. Kennedy is a midfielder for the Angel City Football Club in the National Women’s Soccer League and a member of the USWNT youth national team ranks. Kennedy is in her second season in the NWSL after signing at 16 years old with ACFC. Kennedy won the Gatorade National Girls Soccer Player …
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In today's MUST-listen episode, LDG interviews a USWNT player for the first time! Emma Sears is a winger for the Racing Louisville FC and USWNT, and she is one of the top forwards in the National Women's Soccer League, widely regarded as the world's most competitive women's soccer league. In this engaging, insightful, and enjoyable discussion, whic…
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In today's MUST-listen episode, LDG interviews a Gotham FC player for the first time! Khyah Harper is a rookie forward on Gotham FC, one of the top teams in the National Women's Soccer League, widely regarded as the world's most competitive women's soccer league. In this engaging discussion, Khyah takes us inside the Gotham FC training environment …
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In this episode, LDG dives into the performance of teams on the fourth weekend of the NWSL season. He showcases some fantastic standout players, coaches' tactical moves, overall impressions of the teams, and much more. He talks about the narratives surrounding Jaedyn Shaw, and why fans should give her more time. With a holistic focus on these squad…
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In this spontaneous and exciting episode, LDG dives into the performance of all 14 teams in the first weekend of the NWSL season. He showcases some fantastic standout players, tactical moves by coaches, his overall impressions on the teams, and much more. With a holistic focus on each squad, LDG explores the match tactics and how new signings start…
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In today's MUST-listen episode, LDG interviews two NWSL players for the first time! Izzy Rodriguez and Bayley Feist are players on the Kansas City Current, one of the top teams in the National Women's Soccer League, widely regarded as the world's most competitive women's soccer league. In this engaging discussion, Izzy and Bayley talk about playing…
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In this MUST-LISTEN episode, LDG goes over some of the best players who have transferred out of the NWSL abroad in the January transfer window, such as Naomi Girma, Jenna Nighswonger, and more! He references the influx of top internationals last and season, discusses potential mechanisms the league could use to attract/retain the world's best talen…
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In this spontaneous and exciting episode, LDG dives into the performance of both teams in Thursday's SheBelieves Cup tie, showcasing some fantastic standout players from the US team. With a focus on this amazing squad, LDG explores the match tactics and Hayes' roster selections. (Spoiler alert: Yohannes and Macario are not just future stars; they’r…
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In this VERY special edition of The Women's Soccer Podcast, LDG answers questions submitted by listeners of the podcast, such as his thoughts on Naomi Girma's transfer to Chelsea, LDG's personal podcasting host journey, and much more! He also shares his opinions on the overblown "NWSL exodus" narrative, why the fact that superstars like Naomi Girma…
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In this episode, LDG looks over some of the newest NWSL moves made during the chaotic few months since the off-season transfer window kicked into gear! He analyzes signings like Yazmeen Ryan to Houston Dash, Gabi Portilho to Gotham FC, Jaedyn Shaw to NC Courage, and much more! The conversation is a must-listen episode if you want to understand how …
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In this episode, LDG looks over some of the newest NWSL moves made during the chaotic few months since the off-season transfer window kicked into gear! He analyzes signings like Lynn Williams to the Seattle Reign, Narumi Miura to the Washington Spirit, Julie Dufour to Angel City, and much more! The conversation is a must-listen episode if you want …
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In this episode, LDG looks over some of the newest NWSL moves made during the chaotic few weeks since the offseason transfer window kicked into gear! He analyzes signings like Delanie Sheehan to the Houston Dash, Madison Curry to the Seattle Reign, and much more! The conversation is a must-listen episode if you want to understand how these moves wi…
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In this episode, LDG and Bekki of the NWSL This Week Podcast look over everything Racing Louisville FC as we preview how the offseason and 2025 NWSL season will go for them. This is a must-listen episode to hear two experts' opinions on how Kentucky's women's soccer team will perform in the 2025 NWSL season! We also discuss why Louisville has exper…
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What makes a team successful in one of the most chaotic, competitive sporting leagues globally? LDG answers that question in this must-listen edition of The Women's Soccer Podcast. Additionally, he analyzes the championship match of the 2024 NWSL season, while examining the successful teams of the league in recent history. LDG will give his takes o…
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In this must listen episode, LDG examines the quarterfinal matches of the NWSL playoffs, while previewing the semifinals and looking forward to the rest of the postseason. LDG will give his takes on individual player and team performances, tactics on and off the ball, and so much more. Stay tuned throughout the whole episode to hear his playoff pre…
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In this must-listen episode, LDG shares his thoughts on 6 players (Christine Sinclair, Alex Morgan, Kelley O'Hara, Merritt Mathias, Sinead Farrelly, and Desiree Scott) retiring from the NWSL at the end of the season. He talks about their respective impacts on and off of the pitch, and speaks to their post-retirement plans to progress women's sports…
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In this episode, LDG looks over some of the moves made in the NWSL Summer Window, labeling them as a 'Hit' or 'Flop'! He analyzes signings like Abby Dahlkemper+Penelope Hocking to Penelope Hocking, and much more! The conversation is a must-listen episode if you want to understand how these moves will affect your team, the players involved, and how …
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In this must-listen episode, LDG shares his thoughts on the incredible Orlando Pride. He explains how the Pride built this talented side, from the ground up, and why they have been so successful this season. Additionally, he analyzes their recent loss against the Portland Thorns, and looks ahead to their playoff campaign. Thanks so much for listeni…
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In this MUST-LISTEN episode, (seriously, it is one of my favorites,) LDG shares his thoughts on the recent NWSL GM Survey. He shares his own responses to the questions, thoughts on how the GM's responded, and opens broader debates on various league policies! Thanks so much for listening, and if you enjoyed it, follow us wherever you get your podcas…
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In this episode, LDG looks over some of the newest NWSL moves made during the chaotic few weeks since the summer transfer window kicked into gear! He analyzes signings like Bethany Balcer to Racing Louisville, Carson Pickett to the Orlando Pride, and much more! The conversation is a must-listen episode if you want to understand how these moves will…
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In today's must-listen episode, LDG interviews a general manager for the first time! Chris Petrucelli, a GM on one of the eight inaugural USL Super League teams, is widely renowned for his successful coaching career collegiately and his time at the Chicago Red Stars, providing stability and leadership at all his clubs! In this engaging discussion, …
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