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NWSL Championship12 Nov 202300:25:34

Bekki Morgan and Taylor Vincent react to Gotham FC's 2-1 win over OL Reign to win their first NWSL title, led by MVP Midge Purce. They break down how Megan Rapinoe's injury changed the game, how Gotham was able to neutralize the Reign, and the chaotic ending to an exciting match.



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NWSL Championship Preview07 Nov 202300:32:32

Bekki Morgan and Jeff Kassouf react to the major breaking news of the week: ⁠Emma Hayes is expected to be the next head coach of the U.S. women's national team⁠. Then, they preview the OL Reign vs. Gotham FC NWSL Championship, with the subplot of Megan Rapinoe and Ali Krieger each trying to win their first NWSL title in the final game of their career. How was Gotham able to turn things around this season? What made the biggest difference to get OL Reign back to the final for their first time since 2015? They looks also look at the disappoint of the semifinals for San Diego and Portland.


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Canada at the Women's World Cup 14 Jul 202300:21:46

Arianna Cascone and Har Johal discuss Canada's roster, the team's chances at this summer's Women's World Cup, and their labor fight with the Canadian Soccer Association. How will their defense lead them in the tournament? What are their chances to advance from Group B?


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Heading into the final third of the regular season31 Aug 202100:59:36
Claire Watkins and John Halloran examine the NWSL table and share their thoughts on where each team stands as we head into the final weeks of the season. They react to this week's results, which included a huge win for OL Reign over the Thorns and another tough loss for Gotham FC, and Abby Dahlkemper's trade to the Dash. Follow: Claire Watkins on Twitter John Halloran on Twitter The Equalizer on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Press, Coombe to Angel City FC24 Aug 202100:59:01
Claire Watkins and Pardeep Cattry discuss the news from Angel City FC--their new head coach Freya Coombe and the signing of their first player, Christen Press. They also cover the big international wins for Racing Louisville FC and Portland Thorns FC, and talk about what it means for the NWSL as a whole. Plus, they discuss Adrianna Franch going to Kansas City, and the rest of the weekend's NWSL results. Follow: Claire Watkins on Twitter Pardeep Cattry on Twitter The Equalizer on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
State of the NWSL17 Aug 202101:07:24
Claire Watkins and John Halloran break down Lisa Baird's state of the league comments to the media this week amidst the news of Richie Burke being suspended by the Washington Spirit and investigated following a report of allegations of abusive behavior toward players. They also recap this week's games, including a draw between the Thorns and Pride, and Kansas City's first win. Follow: Claire Watkins on Twitter John Halloran on Twitter The Equalizer on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Olympic Medals, NWSL Results10 Aug 202101:18:29
Claire Watkins and Pardeep Cattry recap Canada's win over Sweden and look at what finally winning gold could mean for soccer in Canada. They also discuss the USWNT's bronze medal win, their favorite Olympic moments, and the weekend in the NWSL. Follow: Claire Watkins on Twitter Pardeep Cattry on Twitter The Equalizer on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
USWNT Olympic semifinal loss03 Aug 202101:10:53
Claire Watkins and Pardeep Cattry look at what went wrong for the U.S. women's national team in their semifinal loss to Canada, and in their entire time at the Olympics. Then, they react to the weekend in the NWSL, as the league rolls on without an Olympic break. Follow: Claire Watkins on Twitter Pardeep Cattry on Twitter The Equalizer on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
First two Olympic matchdays and a busy NWSL week26 Jul 202101:19:06
Claire Watkins and John Halloran take a high level look back at the U.S. women's national team's performances in the first two games of the Olympics. What do they expect moving forward from the USWNT? Then, they take a look at the weekend's NWSL results and discuss the big trade between Kansas City and North Carolina. ------ Submit your Blue Wire Hustle application here: http://bwhustle.com/join Follow: Claire Watkins on Twitter John Halloran on Twitter The Equalizer on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Weird weekend20 Jul 202101:05:44
The Dash got a win on the road over the Courage. The Spirit were dealt a questionable red card, but still almost earned a point. Own Goal stole the show once again for the Red Stars. Claire Watkins and André Carlisle (Diaspora United Podcast, Black and Red United) react to another weird week of NWSL soccer. Follow: Claire Watkins on Twitter André Carlisle on Twitter The Equalizer on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Tight Table13 Jul 202100:46:34
Claire Watkins and John Halloran react to this week's NWSL results--including a win for the Spirit over the Courage, and the Red Stars winning without scoring a goal--and just how close the table is right now. They also discuss Louisville's playoff chances, whether the Reign can turn things around, and what Kansas City needs to do to get their first win. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Send Off Series06 Jul 202101:02:15
Claire Watkins, Pardeep Cattry, and Jeff Kassouf react to a pair of 4-0 wins over Mexico for the USWNT. Then, Claire and Pardeep break down this weekend's NWSL action, which featured another win for the Courage and the debut of Olivia Moultrie, and react to the coaching change for OL Reign. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
USWNT Olympic roster29 Jun 202101:14:06
Claire Watkins and Pardeep Cattry react to the USWNT Olympic roster and the HBO documentary "LFG," as well as U.S. Soccer's response to it. Then, they look back on this week's NWSL games, which featured goals from Lynn Williams and Midge Purce, and a strong performance from Racing Louisville FC. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
USWNT send-off game11 Jul 202300:33:45

Arianna Cascone and André Carlisle (Diaspora United Podcast) react to the U.S. women's national team's 2-0 win over Wales in their Women's World Cup send-off game. They also discuss the NWSL doing NWSL things in the final regular season weekend before the Women's World Cup.


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Arianna Cascone on ⁠⁠Twitter⁠

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The Equalizer on ⁠Twitter⁠⁠Facebook⁠, and ⁠Instagram

Back from the break22 Jun 202101:22:32
Claire Watkins is joined by Jason Anderson of Black and Red United to take a last look at the potential USWNT Olympic roster before the team is announced. Then they recap a full slate of weekend NWSL games, including Trinity Rodman's first regular season goal, a Thorns win in front of a big crowd, and Caprice Dydasco's first NWSL goal. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
International Break15 Jun 202100:46:38
Claire Watkins and Pardeep Cattry share their takeaways from two U.S. women's national team wins. What do they think of the roster rotation we've seen so far in the Summer Series? Then, they break down a busy week off the field for the NWSL, headlined by San Diego—along with Jill Ellis—officially joining the NWSL (finally). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
NWSL Week 408 Jun 202101:01:05
Claire Watkins and John Halloran break down all the latest NWSL results ahead of an international break in league play. They weigh in on big wins for the Red Stars and Gotham FC, Louisville's rough week, the Pride staying unbeaten and more. Plus, they discuss the latest on Olivia Moultrie and the NWSL's discovery process. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Orlando at the top of the table01 Jun 202101:08:06
Claire Watkins and Pardeep Cattry recap a busy week in the NWSL and review each team's performance so far this season. The Pride are at the top of the table, with the Spirit and Thorns in second and third, respectively. Can Orlando keep up the strong start? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
The magic is back25 May 202101:07:15
Claire Watkins and Rachael Kriger welcome back the Thorns-Reign rivalry and celebrate a strong weekend of games in the NWSL. After a slow start to Week 1, Week 2 delivered: the Reign beat the Thorns in Portland, Kansas City stole a point late in Houston, the Pride beat the Courage, Louisville won 2-0 over Washington, and the Red Stars and Gotham tied 0-0. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Finally, the regular season18 May 202100:56:23
After a very long time, we finally had NWSL regular season games again. Claire Watkins and John Halloran recap the first regular season opening weekend in two years, which got off to a bit of a slow start before Portland's big win on Sunday night. They also react to Barcelona's win over Chelsea in the UEFA Women’s Champions League Final. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Thorns win Challenge Cup10 May 202101:26:21
Claire Watkins and Pardeep Cattry recap an exciting Challenge Cup Final between Portland Thorns FC and Gotham FC. Then, they open up the mailbag to answer listener questions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Challenge Cup Championship is set03 May 202101:06:57
It'll be Portland Thorns FC vs. Gotham FC for the Challenge Cup title on May 8. Ahead of the final, Claire Watkins and John Halloran take a close look at every team's performance in the tournament. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Challenge Cup heats up26 Apr 202101:04:28
Claire Watkins and Pardeep Cattry react to the latest results from the 2021 Challenge Cup: Thorns clinch the West, Gotham FC get a big win over the Courage, and the Pride earn their first victory since 2019. Plus, a look at the Olympics draw and Chelsea-Manchester City. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Challenge Cup continues19 Apr 202101:06:54
Claire Watkins and Rachael Kriger recap a busy week of games at the 2021 NWSL Challenge Cup, including win No. 2 for the Thorns, Racing Louisville FC's second NWSL game, another memorable match from Trinity Rodman, and Gotham FC's first game with their new name. They also react to the United States women's national team's win over France and debate some Olympic roster decisions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Women's World Cup legends07 Jul 202300:45:13

Blair Newman joins Jeff Kassouf to discuss the Top 50 Legends of the Women’s World Cup series on The Equalizer and how Blair put together the list. Then, they look ahead to this year's tournament and share picks for surprise teams and players, and more.


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Challenge Cup kicks off12 Apr 202101:06:15
Claire Watkins and John Halloran react to the opening games of the 2021 Challenge Cup, including a wild ending to Portland's win over Kansas City, another win for the North Carolina Courage, and a late draw for Racing Louisville FC in their inaugural game. They also break down the U.S. women's national team's performance in their draw with Sweden. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Challenge Cup Preview05 Apr 202101:00:50
Ahead of the 2021 NWSL Challenge Cup, Claire Watkins and John Halloran take a close look at every NWSL team and make their predictions for who will win the tournament. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
UWCL quarterfinals and USWNT roster29 Mar 202100:47:29
Claire Watkins and Pardeep Cattry recap the quarterfinal results from the UEFA Women's Champions League, including a first leg loss for Manchester City. They also take a look at the U.S. women's national team roster for their upcoming friendlies, discuss Midge Purce and Megan Rapinoe's visit to the White House, and try to decode a few recent NWSL tweets. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Focus on FAWSL22 Mar 202100:46:12
Claire Watkins and Emily Dulhanty break down the season so far in the FAWSL and what we've seen from Manchester United, Arsenal, Manchester City, and Chelsea. They examine what could be next for Rose Lavelle. They also discuss David Dobrik's removal from the Angel City FC ownership group and the latest on the Sacramento NWSL expansion situation. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Challenge Cup schedule15 Mar 202100:49:33
Claire Watkins and Jeff Kassouf take a look at the schedule for the 2021 NWSL Challenge Cup and share their early predictions for what to expect from the tournament. They also take you behind the scenes of some of their recent features about players like Christen Press and Crystal Dunn. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
NWSL preseason news08 Mar 202100:42:54
Rachael Kriger and Claire Watkins discuss the addition of 14 new members to the Red Stars’ ownership group, NWSL preseason roster news, and player salaries. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
SheBelieves Cup01 Mar 202101:09:38
Pardeep Cattry and Jeff Kassouf look back on the SheBelieves Cup and discuss the news surrounding Sacramento's MLS expansion and how it impacts the NWSL. They react to the racist speech made by Seth Jahn at U.S. Soccer's Annual General Meeting. Then Harjeet Johal joins Pardeep to take a closer look at Canada's performance in the SheBelieves Cup. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
USWNT v Canada, Brazil, and new NWSL ownership22 Feb 202101:12:04
Claire Watkins and John Halloran sat down this week to take a deep look at the first two match-days of the SheBelieves Cup. They talk Argentina, Canada, many different USWNT roster decisions, and Pia Sundhage's Brazil. After the break, they also discuss newly announced investment in the NWSL, and what that means for both the short and the long-term future. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
SheBelieves, NWSL15 Feb 202100:51:51
Pardeep Cattry and John Halloran look ahead to the SheBelieves Cup and discuss preseason needs for NWSL teams. They also talk about the news of a visa fraud scheme with ties to Sky Blue FC and the Boston Breakers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
FAWSL, SheBelieves rosters, NWSL preseason08 Feb 202100:55:08
Rachael Kriger and Jeff Kassouf discuss the weekend in the FAWSL and Chelsea manager Emma Hayes pushing back on reports linking her to AFC Wimbledon. They also react to SheBelieves Cup rosters for the United States and Argentina, the start of NWSL preseason, and Orlando Pride player moves, including the signings of Sydney Leroux and Erika Tymrak. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Top of the table27 Jun 202300:29:39

Arianna Cascone and Bekki Morgan focus on Portand's win over Washington in a top of the table battle. Sophia Smith's hat trick led the way as the Thorns' offense continues to be red hot. They also take a close look at North Carolina's win over Louisville. How will North Carolina be impacted by losing Denise O'Sullivan and Casey Murphy to the Women's World Cup? How surprised are we by the Courage's turnaround since last season?


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NWSL news: Jill Ellis, Naomi Osaka, key dates01 Feb 202100:40:36
Rachael Kriger and Jeff Kassouf discuss The Athletic's report that Jill Ellis has agreed to join the Sacramento front office, Naomi Osaka joining the ownership of the North Carolina Courage, and the key dates of the 2021 NWSL schedule. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
USWNT friendlies25 Jan 202100:37:34
Pardeep Cattry and John Halloran recap the U.S. women's national team's wins over Colombia and take a look at how the roster for the Olympics could be shaping up. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
NWSL Draft Recap18 Jan 202100:41:02
Jeff Kassouf and Claire Watkins break down the 2021 NWSL Draft, which saw Emily Fox selected No. 1 by Racing Louisville FC. Which teams won the night? They also react to Catarina Macario heading to Lyon, Sky Blue FC's busy night of trades, and more player moves. Plus, Jeff and Claire discuss Lisa Baird's comments on this year's draft rules and the rest of the news from Baird's state-of-the-league conference call. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
NWSL Draft Preview11 Jan 202101:01:22
Rachael Kriger and Claire Watkins look ahead to the 2021 NWSL Draft and try to make sense of the new rules for this year. Will teams take chances on players that are unlikely to play in the NWSL this season? Plus, they discuss the latest U.S. women's national team roster and the upcoming friendlies. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Predictions for 202128 Dec 202001:32:55
Jeff Kassouf, Claire Watkins, and John Halloran look ahead to 2021 (and beyond) in the NWSL. Which players do they expect to break out next season? What will the league look like over the next few years? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Looking back on 202021 Dec 202001:15:31
Jeff Kassouf, Rachael Kriger, and Pardeep Cattry share their highs, lows, and lasting impressions from the year in women's soccer, on the field and off the field. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Black Lives Matter14 Dec 202000:50:17
OL Reign forward Jasmyne Spencer, Brown head coach Kia McNeill, and journalist Erica Ayala join Pardeep Cattry for a discussion around racism in sports, how NWSL and women's soccer players showed solidarity with Black Lives Matter during their games this year, and what the league and the sport can do moving forward to improve diversity. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Royals sold, relocating to Kansas City07 Dec 202001:00:17
Jeff Kassouf and Claire Watkins break down The Equalizer's report that Utah Royals FC will be sold and relocated to Kansas City. They discuss the difficult situation for fans in Utah, and share what they know about the new ownership group in Kansas City. They also take a look at how much the ownership situation impacted the recent player moves of Christen Press and Kelley O'Hara. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
USWNT vs. Netherlands recap30 Nov 202000:49:15
Jeff Kassouf and John Halloran recap the U.S. women's national team's win over the Netherlands after a long break, including a solid defensive performance and a goal from Kristie Mewis in her return to the team. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
USWNT roster, NWSL 2021 schedule news23 Nov 202000:56:11
Rachael Kriger and Pardeep Cattry discuss the U.S. women's national team roster for the upcoming game vs. the Netherlands, the newly released framework for the 2021 NWSL season, Angel City FC's stadium announcement, and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
U.S. Women's World Cup roster22 Jun 202300:46:26

Bekki Morgan, Arianna Cascone, and Jeff Kassouf get together for an extended roundtable podcast to react to the U.S. women's national team roster announcement for the 2023 FIFA Women's World Cup and answer listener questions. After a year of general uncertainty about players, we finally know the U.S. team going to the tournament. Savannah DeMelo is on the roster without yet having a senior national team cap. How will the U.S. backline, and the captain's role on the team, look different without Becky Sauerbrunn? How much was this roster affected by injuries? They cover these questions and much more.




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Bekki Morgan on Twitter

Arianna Cascone on ⁠Twitter⁠

Jeff Kassouf on ⁠Twitter⁠

The Equalizer on ⁠Twitter⁠⁠Facebook⁠, and ⁠Instagram

Expansion Draft Recap16 Nov 202000:50:44
Jeff Kassouf, Rachael Kriger, and John Halloran recap the expansion draft and share their reactions to Racing Louisville FC's picks, including the selection of the rights to Christen Press and Tobin Heath. Plus, they discuss the U.S. women's national team scheduling their first game since March, vs. the Netherlands, and the recent results in the FA WSL. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Mock Expansion Draft09 Nov 202001:16:02
Jeff Kassouf, Rachael Kriger, and John Halloran discuss the upcoming expansion draft for Racing Louisville FC (Protected lists for each team | Expansion Draft rules), which will take place on November 12. They discuss why some players may have been left unprotected and what Louisville's strategy might be. Then, they share their mock drafts and debate whether to take USWNT players. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
NWSL trades, Canada head coach announcement02 Nov 202000:54:02
Jeff Kassouf and Claire Watkins break down the big NWSL trades since the end of the season (Crystal Dunn, Savannah McCaskill, Yuki Nagasato) and what the moves could mean for the Racing Louisville FC expansion draft coming up on November 12. Then, Harjeet Johal joins Jeff to talk about Bev Priestman being named head coach for Canada. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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