Explore every episode of the podcast The Women's Football Show
| Title | Pub. Date | Duration | |
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| An uninspired Lionesses settle for a draw in Portugal.. | 24 Feb 2025 | 00:46:18 | |
Lianne Sanderson is back for this week's Women's Football Show! She's joined by producer Mya Graham to discuss that disappointing 1-1 draw for the Lionesses in Portugal on Friday evening. talkSPORT journalist Max Scott then hops into the studio for an update on his investigation into the lack of female-specific boots. Three in Three is back and it's more hard hitting stories like Luis Rubiales and Sir Jim Ratcliffe making the headlines this week and finally, Lianne is joined by Jasmyne Spencer of Vancouver Rise FC to discuss the newly formed Canadian top-flight soccer league. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| North London is Red - but the top of the WSL is still Blue! | 17 Feb 2025 | 00:49:25 | |
After another huge weekend in the WSL Lianne Sanderson is back and joined by Content Creator and Arsenal fan James Lewis to break down all the results including his teams 5-0 win in a NLD to remember. Uma Gurav then joins Lianne to discuss last week's Lionesses squad announcement for the upcoming Nations League fixtures. Lianne's Three in Three feature is back again where some uncomfortable but necessary topics are addressed. And finally you'll hear from Birmingham City midfielder Ellie Mason after she picked up January's Goal and Player of the Month award in the Women's Championship! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| North London is Red and the title is looking Royal Blue! | 18 Nov 2024 | 00:47:37 | |
It is advantage Chelsea in the WSL after a huge title-defining victory over Manchester City at Stamford Bridge! Can anyone stop Sonia Bompastor’s side now? Join Lianne Sanderson and former Tottenham captain Jenna Schillaci to discuss all that and more. They’ll also reflect on the North London Derby with Arsenal still unbeaten under interim manager Renee Slegers. Plus, you’ll hear exclusively from inside the Spurs camp as manager Robert Vilahamn and some of the side’s key players talk about their hopes to one day break into the Champions League! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Arsenal's Unbeaten Run Dramatically Ended! | 22 Nov 2022 | 00:47:39 | |
Shebahn Aherne is joined by Aston Villa midfielder Remi Allen to round up a dramatic weekend of WSL action as Arsenal's unbeaten run in the league came to a dramatic halt at the Emirates and you'll hear from both Jonas Eidevall and Marc Skinner! Chelsea beat Tottenham at Stamford Bridge to go top of the table and you will hear from Emma Hayes as she returned to the dugout! There is also a full Women's Champions League preview ahead of Matchday 3 this week! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| The Lionesses Prepare For Their Final Match of 2022! | 15 Nov 2022 | 00:46:46 | |
Shebahn Aherne is alongside Aston Villa midfielder Ruesha Littlejohn to review England's thumping victory over Japan and look ahead to the Lionesses taking on Norway in their final game of 2022. You'll also hear from England's Alex Greenwood and Lotte Wubben-Moy and there is a full preview of this weekend's upcoming WSL fixtures! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Arsenal Remain Unbeaten and Lionesses Back in Action! | 08 Nov 2022 | 00:47:25 | |
Shebahn Aherne is joined by Aston Villa midfielder Remi Allen to discuss all of this weekend's WSL results. They look at Arsenal's unbeaten run and whether they can remain invincible, assess Brighton's nine goal thriller against West Ham and talk up the talent of Lauren James. They also preview England's upcoming friendlies and you'll hear from manager Sarina Wiegman as well as Maya Le Tissier and Sandy MacIver! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Hope Powell Leaves Brighton! | 01 Nov 2022 | 00:50:31 | |
Faye Carruthers is joined by former Tottenham Captain Jenna Schillaci and Women's Football Reporter at the Telegraph Tom Garry to discuss the big breaking news of the day as Hope Powell steps down as Brighton manager after five years in charge! They will also review all the weekend's WSL and Championship results as Arsenal make league history as well as discussing the latest inductees of the WSL Hall of Fame! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| The 2023 World Cup Draw is Made! | 25 Oct 2022 | 00:45:43 | |
Faye Carruthers is joined by former Everton and England goalkeeper Rachel Brown-Finnis to discuss all of the fallout from the weekend's WSL fixtures! They also react to the 2023 World Cup draw being made and you'll hear from the Lionesses manager Sarina Wiegman and striker Nikita Parris as they offer their thoughts on England's opponents! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Putellas wins the Ballon D'or! | 18 Oct 2022 | 00:49:04 | |
Faye Carruthers is joined by Journalist Molly Hudson from the Times to review all of this weekend's WSL action! They reflect on Alexia Putellas winning the Ballon D'or for a second consecutive time, discuss Emma Hayes having to take time away from the game and you'll hear from Manchester United defender Maya Le Tissier! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| England Prepare for USA Clash | 04 Oct 2022 | 00:47:24 | |
Faye Carruthers is joined by former England international Lianne Sanderson to look ahead to the Lionesses huge clash against the USA this week! You'll hear exclusively from the England manager Sarina Wiegman as she gets her side ready for a tough test! You will also hear from reporter Alex Ibaceta as the Group Stage draw is made for the Women's Champions League! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| A Record Breaking WSL Weekend | 27 Sep 2022 | 00:48:34 | |
Shebahn Aherne is joined by current Aston Villa and Republic of Ireland midfielder Ruesha Littlejohn to review all of the drama from a record breaking WSL weekend as Arsenal thrashed Tottenham Hotspur in the North London Derby and Chelsea got their first win of the season at home to Manchester City! They discuss the record breaking attendances from this weekend and how the sport and the league continues to grow in popularity! You will also hear from Manchester City midfielder Laura Coombs and Everton defender Gabby George after the Toffees thrashed Liverpool three nil in the Merseyside Derby! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Shocks and Upsets on the Opening WSL Weekend! | 20 Sep 2022 | 00:48:00 | |
Faye Carruthers is joined by Sheffield United Women's Striker Courtney Sweetman-Kirk and Molly Hudson from The Times as they review an incredible opening weekend of the WSL! They are also joined by Liverpool Women's manager Matt Beard and Aston Villa Women's manager Carla Ward with both sides pulling off surprise victories in Gameweek 1 as they also discuss their hopes for this season! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Tributes to Queen Elizabeth II and WSL Season To Get Underway | 13 Sep 2022 | 00:47:26 | |
Faye Carruthers is joined by former Tottenham captain Jenna Schillachi and Molly Hudson from The Times as they reflect on tributes from the Women's game to Queen Elizabeth II. We preview the start of the WSL Season as it get's underway this weekend and hear from West Ham Manager Paul Konchesky. We are also joined by Debs Dilworth from the FSA to discuss fixture postponements over the past few days. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Rachel Daly joins the show! | 11 Nov 2024 | 00:50:58 | |
Lianne Sanderson is joined by former Lioness, Euro 2022-winner and Aston Villa striker Rachel Daly to discuss the WSL and more! Rachel will reflect on her side’s draw against the unbeaten Man United, as well as reflecting on an outstanding international career. With the NWSL into the quarter-finals of the playoffs, they’ll discuss the hopes of the final four! Plus they’ll break down the rest of the high-scoring weekend in the WSL which saw Chelsea, Man City and Arsenal record big wins. Plus, you’ll also hear exclusively from ex-Villa manager Carla Ward! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Lionesses on the way to 2023 and the WSL returns | 06 Sep 2022 | 00:46:35 | |
Faye Carruthers is joined by Manchester United defender Aoife Mannion to discuss England securing qualification to the 2023 Women's World Cup in Australia and New Zealand and look ahead to the start of the WSL season. Plus Molly Hudson from The Times joins to discuss an exclusive piece on officiating in the WSL and Championship. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| IT'S COME HOME! | 31 Jul 2022 | 00:31:57 | |
Join Sam Matterface, Lianne Sanderson, Adrian Durham and Faye Carruthers in Wembley Stadium as we celebrate the success of a truly incredible England squad...It's Come Home!! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Euro 2022 preview show | 05 Jul 2022 | 00:46:26 | |
Faye Carruthers is joined by Wales and Tottenham midfielder Josie Green and an expert panel of women's football journalists including Jessy Parker Humphreys, Annika Becker and Alex Ibaceta, to preview the Women's Euro 2022, including teams and players to watch out for ahead of the start of the tournament. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Lionesses Euros special | 28 Jun 2022 | 00:47:47 | |
Faye Carruthers is back with Women's Football Weekly and it's an England special. Former England defender Laura Bassett joins to discuss England's warm up games and Euros chances, plus we hear from the Lionesses camp and check in with some England stars of the future. We also take a look at Northern Ireland's squad announcement ahead of the tournament kicking off on 6th July. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Frantic FA Cup finale at Wembley | 17 May 2022 | 00:47:42 | |
Faye Carruthers is joined by Flo Lloyd-Hughes to debrief a dramatic season finale at Wembley as Chelsea edge past Manchester City in the FA Cup. Plus Maggie Murphy, CEO of Lewes FC, sits down to chat about new managerial appointment Scott Booth and the ultra competitive Championship. Also featuring Bradley Hayden looking ahead to the Euros with Ellen White and the best of WFW interviews this season. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Final day drama and super Sam Kerr | 10 May 2022 | 00:46:51 | |
Faye Carruthers is joined by Sheffield United forward Courtney Sweetman-Kirk to discuss the drama from the final day of the Women's Super League season. Plus Scottish women's football journalist Chris Marshall joins to discuss Rangers sealing the SWPL title, and we look ahead to the Women's FA Cup Final. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| The final countdown and last day heroics | 03 May 2022 | 00:52:58 | |
Faye Carruthers is joined by Aston Villa defender Anita Asante to reflect on Anita's incredible career and go through in the latest in the title race. Plus, Coventry United manager Jay Bradford joins to discuss their final day heroics escaping relegation. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Refereeing and relegation with Rachel Corsie | 26 Apr 2022 | 00:50:47 | |
Shebahn Ahern is in for Faye Carruthers and is joined by Aston Villa defender and Scotland captain Rachel Corsie. They discuss the weekend drama at the top and bottom of the WSL table. Plus Faye sits down with Bibiana Steinhaus-Webb, the PGMOL’s women’s select group director to discuss refereeing in women’s football. Bradley Hayden also has an interview with England manager Sarina Wiegman. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| FA Cup semi finals and "emotional" reactions, with Laura Bassett | 19 Apr 2022 | 00:49:44 | |
Faye Carruthers is joined by former Arsenal, Birmingham City and England defender Laura Bassett to discuss the Women's FA Cup semi finals and the return of the WSL this coming week. Plus Kathryn Batte, Women's Football Correspondent for the Daily Mail joins to discuss her piece on Kenny Shiels' comments. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Home nation hiccups, with Aoife Mannion | 12 Apr 2022 | 00:51:36 | |
Faye Carruthers is joined by Manchester United defender Aoife Mannion to chat through the action from the international break, including England's big win and historic games for Northern Ireland, Wales and Scotland. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Desiree Ellis Exclusive Interview! | 04 Nov 2024 | 00:42:50 | |
Lianne Sanderson is joined by former Lioness and WSL defender Gilly Flaherty to dissect a jam-packed week of international, WSL and FA Cup football. They'll look back at all the results from the Women's top flight in England and discuss what they think is next in terms of Arsenal and their management situation. Lianne also speaks exclusively to the South Africa Women's boss Desiree Ellis after they played England in Coventry last week. Finally they'll look into some of the biggest stories in the world of women's football from this past week including Lewes FC and Dulwich Hamlet protesting for equal pay in the FA Cup. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Liverpool back in the WSL and Chelsea on top before the break | 05 Apr 2022 | 00:45:41 | |
Faye Carruthers is joined by Aston Villa defender Anita Asante to talk through all the latest in the FA Women's Super League. Plus Liverpool Women head coach Matt Beard joins for reaction to their promotion. And we discuss the growing call for Iran to be banned from participating in the 2022 men's World Cup after reports that around 2,000 women were prevented from attending a World Cup qualifying match. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Old Trafford and 100 days to go, with Janine Beckie | 29 Mar 2022 | 00:50:21 | |
Faye Carruthers is joined by Manchester City and Canada forward Janine Beckie to chat through the latest in the WSL, reflect on 100 Days to go until the Women's Euros and preview the Uefa Women's Champions League quarter finals. Plus Tom Garry from The Telegraph joins to discuss Manchester United's game at Old Trafford. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| FA Cup action and return of the UWCL, with Jen Beattie | 22 Mar 2022 | 00:44:59 | |
Faye Carruthers is joined by Arsenal and Scotland defender Jen Beattie ahead of a big week for Arsenal in the Women's Champions League and FA WSL. Plus we talk FA Cup prize money with the FA's Kelly Simmons, Scottish women's football and hear from England and Aston Villa goalkeeper Hannah Hampton. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| FA Cup prize money, Chelsea latest and the race for third with Becky Spencer | 15 Mar 2022 | 00:54:12 | |
Faye Carruthers is joined by Tottenham goalkeeper Becky Spencer to chat thorugh the weekend's WSL action and the latest women's football news including the new prize money for the Women's FA Cup. Plus Molly Hudson from The Times joins to discuss the latest on Chelsea. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Conti Cup fireworks, with Claire Rafferty | 08 Mar 2022 | 00:42:25 | |
Faye Carruthers is joined by former Chelsea and England defender Claire Rafferty to talk Conti Cup final and WSL. Plus The Athletic's Adam Crafton joins to discuss his piece on women's footballers and coaches fleeing the war in Ukraine. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Russia banned by Fifa and Uefa, Women's FA Cup drama and the return of the WSL | 01 Mar 2022 | 00:39:19 | |
Faye Carruthers is joined by former Everton manager Willie Kirk to discuss the latest stories in the world of women's football. Molly Hudson from The Times joins on the phone to discuss the latest concerning Russia and Euro 2022. Plus Paige Peake from Ipswich Town reflects on a historic win over Southampton in the Women's FA Cup. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| England improvements and VAR in the WSL, with Gilly Flaherty | 22 Feb 2022 | 00:46:08 | |
Faye Carruthers is joined by West Ham captain Gilly Flaherty to discuss the first two rounds of the Arnold Clark Cup, including two impressive England performances. They also discuss the possible inclusion of VAR in the Women's Super League, a new report on sexism in football in Scotland and Marianne Spacey-Cale joins to preview the 5th Round of the Women's FA Cup. Plus Bradley Hayden chats to the England Women deaf team. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Title drama, international preview and Pernille Harder | 15 Feb 2022 | 00:55:18 | |
Faye Carruthers is joined by West Ham midfielder Kate Longhurst to discuss the big WSL games at the top and bottom of the table and preview the Arnold Clark Cup. Plus an exclusive interview with Chelsea's Pernille Harder. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Champions League ambitions and WSL expansion, with Shelina Zardosky | 08 Feb 2022 | 00:46:43 | |
Faye Carruthers is joined by Tottenham Hotspur captain and Olympic gold medallist Shelina Zardosky to chat through the big games at the top and bottom of the WSL table. They also discuss WSL expansion, the growing concern about player/coach relationships and look ahead to the Arnold Clark Cup. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Women's FA Cup magic | 01 Feb 2022 | 00:45:20 | |
Faye Carruthers is joined by former Tottenham Hotspur captain Jenna Schillaci to chat Women's FA Cup and do the draw for the 5th Round. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| A bad day at the office for The Lionesses! | 28 Oct 2024 | 00:44:58 | |
This week, Lianne Sanerson was joined by Angel City FC head coach Becki Tweed. They discussed life in the NWSL and her new love for coaching after retiring as a player. They also broke down all the international action from the past week including the crazy seven goal thriller between England and Germany at Wembley. Finally they heard from former director of professional professional game at The FA Kelly Simmons OBE after she spoke to talkSPORT's Bradley Hayden about the current state of the women's game. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Refereeing controversy, Women's FA Cup magic and Lucy Bronze | 25 Jan 2022 | 01:01:06 | |
Faye Carruthers is joined by Tottenham goalkeeper Becky Spencer to chat through the big results from the weekend's WSL action, including Manchester City's draw with Arsenal and the refereeing controversy. We hear from Ewan Greenhill, COO of Bridgwater United, ahead of their big Women's FA Cup clash against Manchester United. Plus Bradley Hayden's sits down with Lucy Bronze. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Leicester City hit back, Man City bouncing back and the Fifa Best Awards, with Claire Rafferty | 18 Jan 2022 | 00:45:11 | |
Faye Carruthers is joined by former England, Chelsea and West Ham defender Claire Rafferty to talk about all the latest news in the WSL. Scottish women's football journalist Chris Marshall dials in for a chat on the future fo the SWPL. Plus Bradley Hayden sits down with Eni Aluko to chat Angel City FC and Emma Hayes. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Birmingham shock Arsenal and Coventry United prepare for a takeover | 11 Jan 2022 | 00:45:50 | |
Faye Carruthers is back and joined by two-time WSL winner and England's record cap holder Fara Williams. They discuss Birmingham City's shock win over Arsenal as well as all the other big stories from around the women's game. Plus Lewis Taylor, prospective owner of Coventry United, joins to talk about the imminent takeover. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Big result in the battle at the bottom and a Conti Cup draw | 21 Dec 2021 | 00:50:45 | |
Flo Lloyd-Hughes is joined by former Tottenham Hotspur captain Jenna Schillaci to chat through the huge result at the bottom of the WSL table. We also hear from Leicester City's head coach Lydia Bedford. Plus the live draw for the Quarter Finals of the Continental Cup. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Shock defeat for Chelsea, City ride a storm and a Women's FA Cup 4th Round draw, with Claire Rafferty | 14 Dec 2021 | 00:47:23 | |
Shebahn Aherne is joined by former Chelsea and England defender Claire Rafferty to discuss the big drama from the WSL season. Birmingham City's Christie Murray joins to discuss their big performance in against Manchester City. Plus there's a draw for the 4th Round of the Women's FA Cup. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Chelsea triumph at Wembley, with Hope Powell | 07 Dec 2021 | 00:47:39 | |
Shebahn Aherne is joined by Brighton & Hove Albion manager Hope Powell to chat through Chelsea's emphatic victory at Wembley and preview the return of the Women's Champions League and Women's Super League. Plus we mark the 100-year anniversary of the FA banning women's football. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Football’s Forgotten Women: The 1921 Ban On Women’s Football | 30 Nov 2021 | 00:18:22 | |
Join us as we mark the 100 year anniversary of the FA banning women’s football. We will look at the journey women’s football has been on since the 1921 ban, the difficulties it has faced and hear from those within the game who have helped to implement change as the sport looks to reach new heights. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 100 club for White, Scotland stay unbeaten and FA Cup Final preview, with Kim Little | 30 Nov 2021 | 00:46:40 | |
Shebahn Aherne joined by Arsenal legend Kim Little to chat international action and preview the Women's FA Cup Final. Plus Bradley Hayden sits down with Everton's Danielle Turner. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Birmingham in crisis and Kerr flipping out, with Gemma Bonner | 23 Nov 2021 | 00:47:18 | |
Shebahn Aherne is joined by Racing Louisville's Gemma Bonner to chat through all the latest action from the WSL. The Telegraph's Tom Garry joins to discuss the latest at Birmingham City following Scott Booths sacking, plus Championship Player of the Month Leanne Kiernan joins to discuss Liverpool's brilliant start to the season. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Derby daze and City sing the Blues | 16 Nov 2021 | 00:51:23 | |
Shebahn Aherne is joined by Aston Villa's Ruesha Littlejohn to chat through all the action from Women's Football Weekend and Birmingham City captain Louise Quinn joins to talk through the Second City Derby. Plus interviews with the FA's Kelly Simmons and Everton's Gabby George. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| No Jonas, No Problem! | 21 Oct 2024 | 00:50:12 | |
As Arsenal Women navigate the post-Jonas Eidevall era, who will be able to hold the nerve in the WSL title race? Lianne Sanderson is joined by the hosts of the ‘Into the Channel’ podcast, Dino Decespedes and Grant Engle to break down all that and more. They’ll also look into how the NWSL season in the USA is shaping up with playoffs just weeks away. Plus, you’ll hear from Germany’s Feli Rauch who is hoping to get one over the Lionesses at Wembley! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Half century for Little, battling City and Women's Football Weekend | 09 Nov 2021 | 00:46:26 | |
Shebahn Aherne is joined by former Spurs captain Jenna Schillaci to discuss the latest in the WSL, plus Arsenal's Katie McCabe dials in to talk about her super season so far. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| London Calling for an FA Cup Final, with Lisa Evans | 02 Nov 2021 | 00:49:23 | |
Shebahn Aherne is joined by West Ham winger Lisa Evans to chat through the Vitality Women's FA Cup semi finals and Euro 2022 draw. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Mead makes history at Wembley, improving Northern Ireland and Scotland | 26 Oct 2021 | 00:50:40 | |
Shebahn Aherne is joined by former England defender Anita Asante to talk Wembley win, plus Northern Ireland international Rebecca Holloway joins us and we hear from former Scotland midfielder Leanne Crichton. Tom Garry, Women's Football reporter for The Telegraph, also stops by to update on Fifa's plans for a bi-ennial Women's World Cup. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||