Remembering Matt Beard and His Legacy

The gang took a break for a week and came back to talk about the passing of Matt Beard and his legacy on women's football in the WSL. They quickly run down the action of MatchDay 2 in the league. Then the pivot to the new UWCL format and the draw for Chelsea, Arsenal, and Manchester United. Then it's back to league action with a rundown of MatchDay 3 and give a prediction game standings update. The gang closes out the episode with predictions for MatchDay 4.

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Season 2 MatchDay 1 “WE IN THE PREDICTION GAME!” The gang gets back together to recap all the action from MatchDay 1 while Deepti creates a fun new prediction game we will play all season. Be sure to stay for Marc’s rant on Liverpool. They then hit some news and notes and then preview the MatchDay 2 slate.

Rate the Podcast 5 stars and leave a review! That is the best way to help this new podcast grow! Marc, Deepti, Treb, and Thom Bomb discuss Gareth Taylor out as Man City manager and the fallout from the decision, FA Cup, the League Cup, and plenty more!

TOPICS:

0:00 - Podcast introduction

1:00 - Gareth Taylor OUT?!?

10:07 - What does Man City look like with Nick Cushing?

17:00 - Helpful and not helpful replacements

27:32 - FA Cup results

35:56 - Has Arsenal grown past playing in Meadow Park?

45:45 - Good news at Chelsea FC

49:20 - Sam Kerr staying or leaving Chelsea next season

55:12 - Protect Taylor Hinds

59:50 - Trinity Rodman going abroad

1:07:12 - Subway Cup preview

Thom Bomb, Treb, and Marc are here to give you the latest and greatest in all things WSL before the Women's FA Cup

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Treb, Marc N., Deepti, and Thom Bomb are back discussing a wild week in the WSL

TOPICS:

• 0:00 - Intro
• 1:45 - Bunny Shaw is THE Moment
• 11:50 - Review: Man City v Liverpool
• 24:05 - Review: Arsenal v Tottenham
• 35:08 - Chelsea v Everton
• 47:00 - Can Chelsea continue their WSL dominance next season
• 55:58 - Review: Leicester City v Aston Villa
• 59: 51 - Looking at WSL relegation
• 1:05:00 - Review: West Ham v Brighton
• 1:09:45 - Review: Man Utd v Crystal Palace

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Thom Bomb, Deepti, Marc, and Treb are back covering tons of football. WSL week 13, League Cup reviews, and previewing Match Day 14. Started the episode discussing Khadijah "Bunny" Shaw's racist abuse with their thoughts on the situation

TOPICS:

0:00 - Intro

1:35 - The importance of TRULY supporting Bunny Shaw

18:11 - Women's League Cup review

25:28 - WSL: Man City v Arsenal review

48:45 - WSL: Everton v Leicester City review

55:00 - WSL: Liverpool v West Ham review

57:04 - WSL: Brighton v Crystal Palace review

1:01:45 - WSL: Aston Villa v Chelsea review

1:11:59 - WSL: Tottenham v Man United

1:25:45 - Review games from Women's League Cup

1:54:00 - UWCL preview and March full of City v Chelsea

2:14:00 - Preview WSL MatchDay 14

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Deepti, Treb, Marc, and ThomBomb delve into how competitive the WSL is from top to bottom (1:04) Thom Bomb on City W's comeback against Aston Villa (19:56) Arsenal vs Chelsea (29:42) Big USWNT transfers to the WSL (38:47) Crystal Palaces loss to Tottenham (43:51) Leicester City's surprise win over Liverpool (50:15) Man United beating down Brighton (01:03:12) How clubs should handle the rest of the season (01:12:00) Ending the episode by looking at the FA Cup (01:25:19)

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Deepti, Marc and Thom look into the big gets of the transfer window and dive into an action packed weekend of WSL matches with Thom crashing out about the Manchester Derby results. Then they take a look at the Subway Eat Fresh Cold Cut Combo Cup results and wrap up with a look ahead to league action this weekend.

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• 1:20 Big transfers in the WSL
• 30:08 Games from the Subway Cup
• 58:36 Thom Bomb crashes out about City's loss at the Etihad and calms down when discussing the Cold Cut combo Cup victory
• 1:19:36 Chelsea's win against Durham
• 1:26:10 Look at the WSL games over the weekend

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WE BYKE! The crew goes over players returning from injury, new signings, recaps from F.A. Cup fourth round action, and preview the return of WSL action!

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Treb, Thom, and Marc lead an episode where they into a busy international break before previewing the weekend's matches

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Deepti, Marc, and Treb start by discussing Everton’s woes and how the club’s sticky situation off the field may be impacting the women’s game on the field. They then dive into the matches from WSL matchweek 8 and UWCL matchday 3 (and beg teams to stop playing out the back!), talking about which teams are on the rise and which ones are crashing hard. Lastly they preview the next week’s action including some history being made and the fun initiative involved.

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Treb, Marc, Deepti, and Thom are back to discuss Arsenal's job opening, top teams continue rolling, and much more

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The gang is back together and ready for another WSL season! They start off with the end of the transfer window including the blockbuster of Alyssa Thompson’s transfer to Chelsea. Then they predict the team in the new relegation playoff, their top 3 teams, top scorers, keeper’s and manager of the season (aka Thom’s Kiss of Death). They close out the episode previewing the match day 1 slate.

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The international break meant no league play this last weekend but Deepti, Marc, Thom Bomb, and Treb still had loads to talk about! We start by highlighting WSL players from each team who had positive performances for their respective national teams. Then we talk through some of the main headlines of the last week: we say goodbye to a German legend, give our Ballon d'Or reactions, discuss new investments into women's football in Europe, voice frustrations with the JFF, and more

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“deepti, marc, thom bomb, and treb are back this week to discuss more WSL and UWCL action.

first, we discuss the fine line between valid criticism and toxic comments, and whether the culture around women’s football is changing.

then, we recap matchday 5 in the super league as well as the second round of group stage play in the champions league.

finally, we talk about the upcoming international break and any surprise call-ups.”

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Deepti, Thom Bomb, Marc, & Treb are back to bring you all things WSL

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Thom Bomb, Deepti, Treb, and Marc discuss opening weekend, the lack of VAR in the league, a divided response to Viv’s return to North London, and new investment deals!

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Deepti, Thom Bomb, Treb, and Marc are back with everything leading up to a weekend of WSL football

Topics:

-Intro

-Weekend Schedule

-Transfer Talk

-Predictions

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Welcome to 'The Twelve: A WSL podcast' where every week your hosts Thom Bomb (Man City), Deepti (Arsenal), Treb Tracy (Arsenal), and Marc Nicholls (Chelsea) cover the WSL on and off the pitch. In today's episode get to know the personalities and dynamics of the hosts from your new favorite WSL podcast.

Thom Bomb, Deepti, Nichollsodeon, and Treb Tracy are back with a few weeks before WSL begins to take a look at transfers made around the league, the PFA awards, injuries, and UWCL qualifiers

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TOPICS:

0:00 - Intro

1:40 - Big transfers in the WSL

18:00 - Are London City Lionesses for real a threat?

26:12 - Teams in trouble of relegation

36:02 - Transfers at the clubs in Manchester

45:36 - PFA Awards

55:00 - Lauren James injured again

1:00:03 - Mary Fowler's quick return from ACL injury

1:03:00 - UWCL qualifiers

Originally recorded July 11, 2025

The gang gets back together to check back in because plenty has happened during the offseason! Too many topics and not enough time.

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Thom Bomb, Deepti, and Treb Tracy are back with the final episode of the 2024-25 season. Today the terrific trio discuss Arsenal winning the UWCL final against all odds.

Treb Tracy, Thom Bomb, Marc Nicholls, & Deepti are back to cover all things after the final games of the WSL season but before the UWCL final. Please leave a 5 star rating and say something nice in the review to get our podcast out to more most dope individuals like you

Deepti, Thom Bomb, Marc, and Treb are all together to look at a wild season of ups and downs for the clubs they support. Please Rate the podcast 5 stars and leave a review to help the podcast grow. Really is the best (and FREE) way to get the algorithm to boost the podcast

TOPICS:

0:00 - Music Intro

2:10 - Arsenal's season review

23:49 - Chelsea's season review

40:45 - Is WSL a farmers league???

47:50 - Players to stay or go in the Summer

55:48 - Manchester City's season review

1:43:41 - FA Cup final and Champions League preview

Originally recorded March 28th

Join Deepti, Marc, Treb, and Thom Bomb bring you the latest and greatest in the WSL and 2nd leg of UWCL matches. Rate the podcast 5 stars and leave a Review. That is the best way to help the algorithm share our podcast with more people like you.

0:00 - Intro

1:10 - England WNT battling to get paid...again

9:37 - Everton vs Crystal Palace review

14:54 - Arsenal vs Liverpool review

21:14 - West Ham vs Tottenham review

29:07 - Man City vs Chelsea's multiple games

45:18 - Aston Villa vs Man Utd review

51:18 - Can Man Utd hold onto the UWCL play-in spot?

56:21 - UWCL 2nd leg review

Marc and Thom Bomb play a give and go type system for today's episode all about Women's Super League!

Topics:

0:00 - Song Introduction

1:17 - WPLL getting ride of a cup competition?

27:52 - The UWCL anthem

29:12 - Lineup problems looming over both Chelsea and Man City?

53:45 - UWCL Leg One City v Chelsea Full preview

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Most Chelsea fans are feeling like their dynasty is crumbling—and one of the highest-profile power struggles in women's football just exploded. Sonia Bompastor’s contract extension was announced just before Chelsea unexpectedly fired their sporting director, Paul Green. The timing and details reveal a deeper crisis: shifting power, internal conflicts, and strategic chaos that threaten to reshape one of the league’s giants. This episode dives into the upheaval at Chelsea, unpacking the behind-the-scenes tension between management and coaching, the impact on transfers and squad building, and what it all means for their quest to win the Champions League. You'll discover how recent decisions mirror larger struggles for control in women’s football—and why ignoring these issues risks falling further behind. We break down the ambitious—and sometimes reckless—moves at top clubs like Chelsea, Arsenal, and Manchester United, revealing the broader consequences of a league in transition.

00:00 - Episode introduction and episode overview

02:00 - Chelsea's recent leadership upheaval and power struggles

12:00 - Impact of managerial and ownership changes at Chelsea

25:00 - Arsenal's Champions League dominance and player highlights

35:00 - League standings and title race outlook

45:00 - Relegation battle and team performance analysis

54:00 - Key transfers, injuries, and player performances

60:00 - Chelsea-WSL structure and ownership insights

70:00 - Matchday predictions and upcoming fixtures

80:00 - The broader state of women's football and league expansion

93:00 - Celebrating Kim Little’s 400th Arsenal appearance

95:00 - Final thoughts, listener engagement, and closing remarks

In this episode of The Twelve, Marc, Treb, Thom, and Deepti delve into the latest happenings in the Women's Super League, focusing on managerial changes, team performances, and standout players. They discuss Everton's struggles and the implications of their recent managerial change, the competitive match between Brighton and London City, and the dominant display by Manchester United against Liverpool. The conversation also touches on the relegation battle involving West Ham and Tottenham, and concludes with a review of Manchester City's impressive victory over Chelsea. In this conversation, the hosts delve into the recent performances of women's football teams, particularly focusing on Chelsea and Arsenal. They discuss the tactical aspects of offensive and defensive plays, highlight key player performances, and analyze the implications of managerial decisions on team dynamics. The conversation also touches on the Champions Cup, upcoming matches, and predictions for future games, providing a comprehensive overview of the current state of women's football

00:00 Introduction to the Women's Super League

00:31 Managerial Changes in the WSL

02:41 Everton's Struggles and Coaching Decisions

06:50 The Impact of Managerial Talent in Women's Football

10:57 Everton's Recent Match Performance

13:13 Brighton vs. London City: A Competitive Clash

18:30 Manchester United vs. Liverpool: A Dominant Display

29:17 West Ham vs. Tottenham: A Relegation Battle

44:07 Manchester City vs. Chelsea: A One-Sided Affair

46:29 The Art of Offensive Play

49:56 Defensive Struggles and Goalkeeping Controversies

56:27 Chelsea's Crisis and Managerial Decisions

01:06:44 Champions Cup Highlights and Arsenal's Performance

01:17:12 Upcoming Matches and Predictions

The gang wishes everyone in the UK a Happy Black History Month, while talking about performative acts of anti-racism. They then turn their attention to the WSL matches last week in a review that shows the reason why the league needs VAR and better officiating. They take a quick trip to continental play and review the WSL teams competing in UEFA Women’s Champions League. They then give their predictions for this weekend’s matches. Please be sure to follow the show and each host on BlueSky.

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The gang is all here and ready to talk about WSL action! They start off by talking about yet ANOTHER international tournament for players to play in. They then rundown all of the WSL matches from MatchDay 4 and update their prediction standings for the season. They then preview MatchDay 5, including a pair of matches that may determine the winner of the WSL. Be sure to like, rate, subscribe, and comment and follow us on BlueSky!

Today's episode covers various aspects of women's soccer, including match distributions, player performances, team dynamics, and league comparisons. The speakers discuss specific matches, highlight player transfers, and analyze strategies while also addressing financial aspects such as prize money and the challenges faced by teams like Gotham. The discussion reflects on the current state of women's soccer leagues and their competitiveness. In this episode, the hosts discuss the recent matches in the Women's Super League, highlighting West Ham's unexpected victory over Leicester, Liverpool's first win of the season against Tottenham, and a competitive match between London City and Manchester City. They also touch on transfer updates, the implications for teams moving forward, and predictions for upcoming matches. The conversation wraps up with reflections on the state of women's football and the importance of maintaining player health during intense competitions.

00:00 Introduction and Match Distribution Discussion

05:59 Team Strategies and Player Transfers

15:22 Season Performance Analysis

20:25 Match Highlights and Team Dynamics

26:41 Financial Implications in Women's Soccer

33:31 Prize Money in Women's Football

48:02 Financial Disparities in Women's Competitions

01:10:22 The Need for Investment in Women's Sports

01:15:57 Everton's Struggles and Merseyside Dynamics

01:25:28 Chelsea's Lineup Controversies and Tactical Decisions

01:37:33 Manchester United's Resurgence and Impact of New Signings

01:52:10 West Ham's Hard-Fought Victory and League Positioning

02:01:25 The Relegation Battle Heats Up

02:07:20 Liverpool's First Win of the Season

02:17:58 London City's Promising Performance

02:24:30 FIFA Champions Cup Recap

02:29:55 Arsenal's Champions Cup Aspirations

02:38:35 Transfer Movements and League Dynamics

02:47:12 Tribute to Catherine O'Hara and Team Support

02:52:56 Closing Thoughts and Listener Engagement

In this episode, Deepti, Treb, and Marc discuss the significant impact of losing access to crucial football data on women's football coverage, highlighting the challenges faced by journalists and fans. They review recent game results from the FA Women's Cup, showcasing dominant performances by WSL teams. The conversation shifts to transfer news, focusing on player movements and the implications for teams like Arsenal and Liverpool. The episode emphasizes the need for better data access, investment in women's football, and the importance of upcoming matches in the WSL.

00:00 The Impact of Data Loss on Women's Football

17:20 Subway Cup semifinals review

41:45 Transfer News and Player Movements

In this episode of The Twelve, Treb, Marc, Deepti, and Thom dive into the latest happenings in the Women's Super League (WSL), focusing on the January transfer window and its implications for various teams. Deepti, Mark, Tom, and Treb discuss significant player movements, including Arsenal's missed opportunity with Sam Coffey, who signed with Manchester City, and the implications of other transfers on team dynamics. The conversation highlights the competitive nature of the league, with teams like Chelsea and City making strategic moves to bolster their squads while Arsenal appears to be lagging behind despite their recent Champions League success.The hosts also recap recent matches, including Arsenal's frustrating draw against Manchester United, where they failed to capitalize on numerous chances, and Chelsea's dominant 5-0 victory over West Ham. The discussion touches on individual performances, such as Lauren James's pressing ability and Rachel Daly's resurgence for Aston Villa. The episode wraps up with reflections on the current state of the league, the challenges teams face, and the potential for upcoming matches to shift the standings as the season progresses. In this episode, the hosts dive into the latest matches from the Women's Super League (WSL), analyzing performances and discussing the implications for teams like Tottenham and Liverpool. They highlight Tottenham's decent performance and the challenges they face with player departures, particularly focusing on the impact of key players like Clearhunt and Koga. The conversation shifts to Liverpool's match against London City, where the hosts critique the new coach's debut and the team's struggles, emphasizing the need for a more aggressive mindset. The discussion also touches on the upcoming FA Cup matches, with predictions and insights on how teams like Arsenal and Aston Villa are faring in the league and cup competitions.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to the Women's Super League

01:01 January Transfer Window Overview

03:06 Key Transfers: Sam Coffey and Arsenal's Moves

07:14 Arsenal's Recruitment Strategy Under Scrutiny

29:37 Match Recap: Arsenal vs. Manchester United

34:24 Looking Ahead: Arsenal's Season Prospects

34:53 Champions League Aspirations

35:33 Arsenal's Struggles and Frustrations

37:08 Player Performances and Fatigue

43:23 Recent Match Reviews and Highlights

49:44 Chelsea's Dominance Over West Ham

58:29 Tottenham's Narrow Victory Over Leicester

01:12:01 Tottenham's Performance and Player Departures

01:13:17 Liverpool vs. London City: A Coaching Debut

01:17:25 London City's Scoring Struggles and Upcoming Matches

01:20:41 FA Cup Preview and Fan Support for Women's Football

01:31:59 The Importance of Local Matches

01:32:52 FA Cup Predictions and Insights

01:35:21 Upcoming Matches and Team Strategies

01:39:50 Final Predictions and Wrap-Up

In this episode of The Twelve, the hosts discuss the latest developments in the Women's Super League (WSL) as they welcome the new year with fresh changes in teams and players. They delve into the Frauen-Bundesliga's decision to break away from the DFB, highlighting the implications for women's football in Europe. The conversation shifts to recent coaching changes in the WSL, particularly focusing on Liverpool's struggles and Arsenal's resurgence. Chelsea's commanding victory over Brighton is celebrated, while London City's disappointing performance against Leicester raises questions about their management. The episode emphasizes the evolving landscape of women's football and the importance of taking risks on the field. In this episode, the hosts discuss the standout performances in the WSL, particularly focusing on Bunny Shaw's incredible four-goal match for Manchester City. They analyze the dramatic comeback of Manchester United against Tottenham, the current standings in the league, and the implications for the title race. The conversation shifts to the Champions League, highlighting key matches and results, before moving on to domestic cup performances. The hosts also delve into transfer news, discussing player contracts and potential signings, and conclude with a segment on the New Year Honors awarded to notable footballers.

1. 00:00 Welcome to The Twelve: New Beginnings
2. 02:21 Frauen bundesliga's Bold Move
3. 12:35 Coaching Changes in the WSL
4. 18:33 The Impact of Managerial decisions
5. 27:38 Liverpool's Recent Struggles
6. 29:16 Liverpool's Struggles and Future Prospects
7. 35:12 Arsenal's Resurgence and Key Player Returns
8. 43:18 Chelsea's Dominance and Player Performances
9. 49:29 Brighton's Inconsistency and Managerial Challenges
10. 54:46 London City's Penalty Woes and Team Dynamics
11. 01:02:10 Manchester City's Offensive Power
12. 01:02:29 Bunny Shaw's Record-Breaking Performance
13. 01:06:12 City's Title Hopes and Team Dynamics
14. 01:11:45 The Thrilling Draw: United vs. Tottenham
15. 01:18:19 Champions League Roundup and Future Matchups
16. 01:25:11 Domestic Cup Insights and Team Priorities
17. 01:27:33 The Lee Cup and Its Implications
18. 01:28:40 Impact of Match Schedules on Teams
19. 01:29:32 Women's Champions Cup: A New Challenge
20. 01:30:37 Transfer News and Player Movements
21. 01:32:36 Arsenal's Contract Situations and Future Prospects

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In this episode, Treb, Deepti, and Marc delve into the latest happenings in the Women's Super League (WSL), discussing player rankings, key matches, and standout performances. They analyze the Guardian's top 100 female footballers list, highlighting its Eurocentric bias and the growing recognition of NWSL players. The conversation covers significant games, including the Manchester Derby, where City showcased their title contender status, and the surprising draw between Liverpool and Chelsea. The hosts also reflect on the rise of London City and Brighton's impressive win, while examining the struggles of Everton and Arsenal in their respective matches. Overall, the episode provides a comprehensive overview of the current state of women's football in England. In this episode, the hosts discuss Arsenal's ongoing struggles in the WSL, focusing on their lack of second chance opportunities and the impact of injuries on team performance. They highlight Leah Williamson's leadership as a key factor in the team's dynamics and express concerns about the roster's limitations compared to top competitors like Chelsea and City. The conversation shifts to match predictions for upcoming fixtures, including the Champions League and domestic cup results, while also addressing the evolving tactics of Chelsea and the ongoing controversies surrounding VAR technology in women's soccer.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to the Women's Super League and Player Rankings

15:07 Game Recap: Manchester Derby and Player Performances

24:39 London City vs. Villa: Rising Contenders

32:55 Brighton vs. Leicester: A Statement Win

38:28 Liverpool vs. Chelsea: A Surprising Draw

47:45 West Ham vs. Everton: A Battle at the Bottom

54:56 North London Derby: Arsenal vs. Tottenham

01:06:30 Arsenal's Struggles and Second Chances

01:09:46 Injury Updates and Leadership Impact

01:12:52 Roster Limitations and Future Prospects

01:14:30 Match Predictions and Upcoming Fixtures

01:15:41 Champions League Highlights

01:20:15 VAR and Offside Controversies

01:24:34 Chelsea's Tactical Evolution

01:29:30 WSL Standings and Champions League Outlook

01:31:38 Domestic Cup Results and Surprising Outcomes

01:39:10 Upcoming Matches and Predictions

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Treb, Deepti, Marc, and Thom Bomb are back with another episode discussing a controversial week of WSL matches with terrible refereeing decisions, upsets, and Tottenham showing they are who we think they are!

Dude, we got the band back together. And you know they had to talk about this press tour that Mary Earps is on to promote her book, in which she called defending WSL golden gloves winner Hannah Hampton out for taking her spot. The gang then pivots to recap MatchDay 7, including two high scoring matches that no one saw coming. Also it's official, Spurs keep winning and no one believes in them. They tally up points for the prediction game and there is a shake up at the top. The gang closes out by giving their keys and predictions to MatchDay 8. Be sure to follow the gang on BlueSky @thetwelvesob.bsky.social

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In this episode, ThomBomb, Treb, and Marc got together and started the episode talking about Brighton keeper Chiamaka Nnadozie and her comments on loneliness since her transfer and the club’s response. Then they pivot to say one quick thing about every match from WSL MatchDay 6. They briefly talk about UWCL and Subway Eat Fresh Footlong Cup with the Cookies. They close out by predicting every match from MatchDay 7.