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What a historic journey it has been. From the opening day of the WSL campaign to the euphoria under the Wembley arch, this season has been nothing short of a dream. In this special season-ending episode, we reflect on our historic domestic double—a campaign that redefined Manchester City Women’s status as a dominant force in English football. Join us as we break down the tactical evolution under Andrée Jeglertz, the pivotal match-winners, and the moments that defined our march to the title and the FA Cup. Thank you for listening!

We are officially Wembley-bound! In this special episode, we’re gearing up for the biggest game of the 2025/26 season as Man City Women prepare to face Brighton & Hove Albion at the home of football. With the WSL title already in the trophy cabinet, the team is just 90 minutes away from achieving a historic domestic double. In this episode, we dive deep into our journey to Wembley, including a look back at that heart-stopping 3-2 semi-final comeback against Chelsea at Stamford Bridge and what it would mean for Andrée Jeglertz’s side to cement this dominant season with an FA Cup win. We also celebrate the massive news that Khadija 'Bunny' Shaw has signed a new four-year deal, keeping her in sky blue until 2030, and take an moment to pay tribute to Leila Ouahabi as she prepares to make her final appearance for the club. Whether you're making the trip to London or cheering us on from home, join us as we preview the final and prepare to push our champions over the line. Come on City!

In this episode, we break down a seismic shift in the WSL as Manchester City Women dismantle Chelsea 5-1 at the Etihad. We dive into Kerolin’s historic hat-trick and Bunny Shaw’s record-breaking form, while celebrating the long-awaited return of Mary Fowler after 280 days on the sidelines. With an 11-point lead at the top, we debate if the title race is effectively over or if nerves are still in play. Finally, we look ahead to a massive clash at the Emirates against the newly crowned World Champions, Arsenal, to see if City can truly clear the final hurdle toward the trophy.

In this episode, we break down a high-stakes week for Manchester City Women as we navigate the fine margins of elite football. We start with a post-match analysis of the 1-0 Subway League Cup semi-final loss to Chelsea at the Joie Stadium—a dominant performance that just lacked the final touch. However, the Blues showed incredible resilience just days later, securing a gritty 2-1 away win against London City Lionesses thanks to a dramatic 86th-minute winner from Khadija ‘Bunny’ Shaw. We discuss how that victory, combined with Grace Clinton’s growing influence in the heart of midfield, has kept us in the driver's seat for the title. Finally, we look ahead to Sunday’s massive top-of-the-table clash at the Etihad Stadium. With a record crowd expected and a chance to move further clear of Chelsea in the WSL standings, we analyse how City can channel their recent frustrations into a season-defining statement.

In this episode, we recap Manchester City’s dominant 6-0 FA Cup victory over Bournemouth, highlighting the return of a revitalized and confident Khiara Keating, whose crucial early save set the tone for a clean sheet. We break down the clinical finishing of Laura Coombs and Vivianne Miedema before reacting to the Fifth Round draw, which sees the Blues host Sheffield United at the Joie Stadium on the weekend of February 22nd. Finally, we turn our attention to Wednesday’s massive League Cup semi-final against Chelsea. With Andrée Jeglertz’s side on a 16-game unbeaten run, we analyze whether City’s tactical evolution and home advantage are enough to finally dismantle the Chelsea aura and secure a place in the final.

Manchester City Women kick off 2026 exactly where they left off—at the top of the table. In this episode, we break down a clinical 2-0 win over Everton at the Joie Stadium, featuring a mazy solo goal from Kerolin and another clinical finish from the WSL’s all-time leading talent, Vivianne Miedema.

The headlines don't stop on the pitch, though. We dive deep into the club’s massive statement of intent: the signing of USWNT star Sam Coffey from the Portland Thorns. Plus, we celebrate the sight every Cityzen has been waiting for—Mary Fowler is officially back in squad training as she nears her long-awaited return from injury.  

Finally, we look ahead to Sunday’s Adobe Women’s FA Cup clash. City travel south to face a history-making AFC Bournemouth side at a sold-out Snows Stadium. Can the Cherries pull off a giant-killing, or will City’s momentum be too much to handle?  

History Made! Bunny Shaw (100 Goals) & the 6-1 Villa Demolition

What a way to wrap up 2025! The team is on fire, capped by a sensational 6-1 victory at the Joie Stadium. The headlines belong to Bunny Shaw, who etched her name into the history books as the club's 100-goal Centurion. We break down her four-goal haul and her unstoppable impact.

We also toast to Casparij & Greenwood for hitting their 100th appearances, discuss Greenwood's timely return, and celebrate Knaak's contract extension. All of this leads into our preview for the big cup clash: West Ham United in the Subway League Cup Quarter-Finals.

The winning run continues! This week, we celebrate a flawless performance against Leicester, which saw us secure another clean sheet and extend our lead to six points at the summit of the Women's Super League! We focus heavily on the return of our Player of the Match, Kerolin, and discuss her instant, game-changing impact. We also cover the League Cup Quarter-Final draw and preview our must-win clash with Aston Villa. The title is in sight—let's keep the pressure on!

Join Emma, Dave, and Paul for the immediate reaction to Manchester City Women's dramatic 3-2 victory over rivals Arsenal. We celebrate Iman Beney's sensational 88th-minute winner—her first for the club—and break down the contributions of Bunny Shaw and Kerstin Casparij. Plus: We look ahead to the crucial WSL fixture against Liverpool at Anfield and the intriguing reunion with former manager Gareth Taylor. This win is huge statement—don't miss the breakdown!

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Manchester City Women are top of the WSL! 🎉 Join us for a massive episode as we dive into the gritty performance that got us there and preview the biggest fixture on the calendar: the Manchester Derby at the Etihad! We analyse the crucial, hard-fought 2-1 win over Everton, celebrating goals from Vivianne Miedema and Bunny Shaw, and discussing how this "winning ugly" mentality proves we're title contenders. We then shift our focus to the summit: How does being in first place change the dynamic heading into the derby, and how will Andrée Jeglertz’s fluent, attacking philosophy overcome our rivals? Finally, we tackle your toughest questions—from the mentality of winning ugly to the big debate over whether the players prefer a full Joie Stadium or the massive Etihad atmosphere—before delivering our full tactical breakdown and bold score prediction. Don't miss our final verdict on the Etihad Derby! 

This week, we deep dive into the 3-0 derby demolition of Manchester United at the Etihad, analysing the clinical goals from Rebecca Knaak, Khadija Shaw, and the stunning return goal from Lauren Hemp. We break down the tactical masterclass that saw Andrée Jeglertz's team dominate the midfield and hold United to zero shots on target, cementing our position at the top of the WSL table.

But the work isn't over! Before the international break, we pivot to a crucial Subway League Cup group decider against Nottingham Forest WFC. We discuss the high stakes—it’s essentially a knockout match to progress—and debate Jeglertz's strategy for rotation ahead of the WSL pause.

In this Episode:

• Derby Dominance: A detailed breakdown of the 3-0 victory and the standout performances.

• The Shaw/Hemp Effect: Analyzing the form of City's deadliest attackers.

• Andrée Jeglertz's Masterclass: The impact of the manager's tactical decisions.

• Cup Decider: Why the Nottingham Forest match is a must-win for League Cup progression.

(Please note: We are taking a short break after this episode. Follow us @mcwfancast on X and TikTok to track our return date!)

The international break is over, and the MCWFancast is here to recap the drama that led up to it! We dive into the crucial WSL victory away at Liverpool, analyzing the mentality and key performances that secured three vital points. Then, we dissect the wild 3-3 League Cup draw with Newcastle, asking tough questions about squad depth and focus after conceding a late lead before winning a thrilling penalty shootout. Finally, we look ahead to the immediate return to WSL action this Saturday, November 2nd, with a crucial home fixture against a struggling West Ham United side. 

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WE HAVE DONE IT! After ten long years of waiting, the Women's Super League title is finally back home in Manchester!

In this massive, extended celebration episode, Emma is taking you through one of the most euphoric weeks in the club's history. We kick things off with the voice that matters most—YOU, the fans! Hear the pure, unadulterated joy, and the matchday memories from a fanbase that has backed this team through thick and thin.

Then, we keep the ultimate title party going with an absolute powerhouse panel. Emma is joined by Dave, Jayne, and Paul to reminisce, dissect, and completely lose themselves in the celebrations of an unbelievable championship-winning season under Andrée Jeglertz.

After over a year away, mcwfancast is back! Join Emma, Dave & Paul as they dive into everything Manchester City Women ahead of the 2025/26 season. They'll be discussing the managerial change, the new faces in the squad, and what this all means for City's chances in the Women's Super League. Can they challenge Chelsea and Arsenal for the title, or is it a season of transition? Tune in to get the full lowdown!

The winning run continues, but at what cost? We break down the tense 1-0 win over West Ham that secured our first WSL clean sheet of the season, but left us demanding more from the performance.

The biggest story? Alex Greenwood is out for a number of weeks with injury! We discuss the massive hole this leaves in the defence and who steps up to fill the void. Plus:

• Everton Awaits: Previewing our the away trip to Goodison Park.

• Legacy Corner: Celebrating a true club great in our Laura Coombs Hall of Fame Moment.

• Next Week: We look ahead to the monumental Manchester Derby reunion with Jess Park!

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The latest episode captures a week of soaring highs and emotional goodbyes as Manchester City Women edge closer to domestic glory. We dive deep into the tactical grit required to break down a stubborn Liverpool defense, eventually sealed by Rebecca Knaak’s breathtaking 90th-minute header that ignited the Joie Stadium. The celebration is tempered with a heartfelt tribute to the retiring Laura Coombs, reflecting on a stellar career at the club as the undisputed heartbeat of this City squad on and off the pitch. Finally, we turn our focus southward to Stamford Bridge, previewing a high-stakes FA Cup semi-final where City look to silence the London crowd and book their ticket to Wembley.

In this episode, we’re picking up the pieces after a bruising trip to the coast. City headed to Brighton with the wind in our sails, but a 3-2 defeat has left the WSL title race wide open. We break down what went wrong at Broadfield Stadium—from the early high of Kerolin’s opener to the defensive lapses that allowed Madison Haley to haunt our backline. Is this just an international break hangover, or is the pressure finally showing?

Man City Women are heading to the Semi-Finals! This week on mcwfancast, we break down a gritty 1-0 win over Birmingham City at St. Andrew's. It wasn't the goal-fest some expected, but Bunny Shaw’s clinical touch has set up a massive showdown against Chelsea at Stamford Bridge in the Adobe Women's FA Cup.

But it’s not just about what happens on the pitch. We are joined by special guest and away-day veteran Jude Morris-King to pull back the curtain on the "logistical nightmare" of being a City fan in 2026. From the 12:00 PM Saturday trek to Brighton to the absolute scheduling disaster that sees our WSL final day clash with the Men’s FA Cup Final—is the game growing too fast for the fans to keep up?

This episode we discuss this turning point in the WSL season, as we break down Manchester City’s emphatic 3-0 victory over Manchester United at Old Trafford. We analyse how the tactical brilliance of Andree Jeglertz and a clinical brace from Vivianne Miedema effectively painted the city blue, leaving City just five points away from their first league title in a decade. After dissecting the "title math" and the potential celebrations on the horizon, we shift our focus to the Easter Monday FA Cup Quarter-final against a high-flying Birmingham City. With the dream of a domestic double within reach, we debate whether to rotate the squad or go full-throttle at St. Andrew's to maintain this unstoppable momentum.

Bunny Shaw just rewrote WSL history with the fastest hat-trick ever—3 goals in under 21 minutes. We break down the 5-2 demolition of Spurs and why the Bunny Shaw makes City the most feared attack in the league.

A professional 4-0 win over Sheffield Utd keeps the double dream alive. Now, we look ahead to Birmingham City on Easter Monday. Can the Blues avoid a quarter-final upset at St. Andrew's?

It’s a title-decider at Old Trafford. With an 8-point lead, a win at the "Theatre of Dreams" puts the WSL trophy within City’s reach.

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In this episode, we break down a ruthless Friday night under the lights as Manchester City Women dismantled Leicester City 6-0 to move 11 points clear at the top of the WSL. We dive into the tactical perfection of the Shaw-Miedema partnership and discuss Yui Hasegawa’s total midfield dominance. But the domestic joy is short-lived as the international break looms large. We ask: how will City handle a month-long hiatus with the title in sight? Finally, we look ahead to Sunday’s Adobe Women’s FA Cup Fifth Round tie against Sheffield United. Can the Blades cause an upset, or is this the perfect chance for Andrée Jeglertz to rotate the squad before the break?

In this episode, we dive deep into the tactical fallout from City’s narrow 1-0 defeat at the Emirates, exploring how Olivia Smith’s early strike managed to puncture our momentum and snap that incredible winning streak. It was a frustrating afternoon in North London where the usual clinical edge seemed just out of reach, but the focus now shifts immediately to the Joie Stadium for a crucial "Friday Night Lights" encounter with Leicester City. We analyse the return of Mary Fowler, who stands ready if called upon to inject that creative spark we lacked against the Gunners, and discuss whether this is the perfect moment to reintroduce her to the starting XI. From defensive adjustments to the mental resilience needed to maintain our gap at the top of the table, we’re covering every angle to see if City can turn a minor stumble into a statement of intent.