Olympic coverage is HERE! We'll be dropping new episodes after every matchday, but we couldn't start coverage without a doing a classic episode on predictions. Who takes Gold, Silver, and Bronze? Which powerhouse team is most likely to dissappoint, and what's an underdog that could slyly take it all? Not only that, but we're also taking Group Stage…

*We apologize that this is dropping later in the day on Monday than we usually drop our episodes! Sara got engaged and that put everything on the back-burner for the weekend. This is great for many reasons, but mainly because we can assure you that it won't happen again! (we joke, but also this is true) Group C: Spain, Japan, Nigeria, and Brazil Ab…

In the battle of the undefeated teams, Orlando went into Kansas City and took the three points, and we're of COURSE kicking off this episode with that as our game of the week. What does Sara credit for Orlando's win? That was the final weekend of NWSL before the Olympic Break, but what does the NWSL & La Liga MX have in store during the break? We'r…

Note: This was recorded before Zambia's roster dropped. Group B: USA, Germany, Australia, & Zambia About this series: This is a special three episode series that will preview & break down all three groups in the Olympic Women's Soccer Tournament. Each group gets one dedicated episode in which we discuss all four teams and our thoughts on which team…

On the heels of Stoney comes ARod's firing plus Lucy Rushton resigning. What in the NWSL is going on? Sara & Allie kick it off by diving into all three of these stories - what similarities are we seeing across the board with them? Next, it's onto previewing the upcoming matchup between undefeated teams KC vs. Orlando. Why does Sara think Orlando ha…

About this series: This is a special three episode series that will preview & break down all three groups in the Olympic Women's Soccer Tournament. Each group gets one dedicated episode in which we discuss all four teams and our thoughts on which teams will advance out of that group. There will be a bonus episode dropping on July 22 that will combi…

Allie and Sara are back to discuss all things WOSO. As we hit record the wave annouced that that they had parted with Casey Stoney. Get the fearless twosomes instant reaction. We then look at the Reading situation and how they maybe no more. We take you through the hottest topics of the NWSL unbeaten runs and sneaky Washington Spirit flying under t…

Amy is back to co-host as Allie is sick, and Sara & Amy have a lot to dicuss! Kicking it off with a news segment to discuss how NWSL viewers could only watch the second half of Seattle v. Portland because of a massive blunder by CBS. Not only that, but what is going on with Chicago Red Stars and Riot Fest? Next, it's onto game of the week which had…

It's all things NWSL! Amy is here to guest host as Allie takes a couple of weeks off, and Sara & Amy dive right in! First, an update on Copa 71 Film and how to watch it in the US, and then onto the NWSL! It was ALL THINGS NWSL this past weekend as it returned with a vengence after international break. Sophia Smith's Red Card is the first topic on t…

Episode 228 of Women's World Football Show, we sit down with Brandi Mitchell, the inspiring founder of San Diego Soccer Women. Brandi shares her journey of promoting soccer for women aged 30 to 80+, discussing the incredible impact of sport on physical and mental well-being. Discover how Brandi's initiative is building a vibrant community and offer…

International Break is here! Amy steps in for Allie who is off for two weeks, and Sara & Amy take on the start of the Emma Hayes Era and of course England's Euros Qualifying! First up, it's the US Women's National Team and their games vs. South Korea. What can we take from these games? Can we already see changes in the squad since Hayes' arrival? N…

The Queen of Barcelona sealed the Champions League final with a goal and Barcelona are Champions of Europe! Sara & Allie are here to discuss the whole game, Putellas' moment, and if this means that Barcelona are in fact a dynasty. Plus, we're headed into International Break! Sara & Allie take the time to talk through both the Lioness & US Women's N…

We've got WSL, NWSL & Champions League! The WSL came to a close this past weekend with Chelsea winning their fifth consecutive title. The final weekend was set to decide the champion, and it didn't go as everyone assumed. First, Sara & Allie recap the WSL season with their highlights and lowlights, before bringing on Amy O'Connor to break down the …

Just what the title says! We've gota little something for EVERYONE in this episode. We're talking FA Cup Final, WSL, and NWSL. Before jumping into games, Sara & Allie take the time to discuss the Willie Kirk article that dropped this past week and what was truly wrong about it. Next, it's onto games and the game of the week had to be United taking …

Hello again! We're back with a special podcast ahead of the final weekend of the Barclays FA Women's Super League season! And what drama it is, its going down to the wire, it might even go down to goal difference?! Plus, instant reaction to the FA Cup Final, as Manchester United win their first major silverware against Tottenham Hotspur. That Ella …

On Episode 228 of Women's World Football Show, we sit down with award-winning author Ellen van Neerven to discuss their fascinating book, "Personal Score: Sport, Culture, Identity." Ellen takes us on a captivating journey through the intersection of sport, culture, and identity, offering unique insights into the role of women in football and the br…

Plus Arsenal rescue Chelsea. We're here to talk NWSL & WSL as the 2024 NWSL chaos continues and WSL Title Race gets even tighter. First up, it's our game of the week and it had to be Seattle Reign vs. San Diego Wave. Were both red cards deserved and how did Seattle take down SD with just 10 players for an entire match? Next, it's WSL Title Race tim…

Everyone gets a card! Red cards galore this weekend - did one of them specifically knock Chelsea out of the Champions League? The game of the week had to be Chelsea vs Barcelona. Emma Hayes said that the referee "robbed" Chelsea of the game... do we agree? Nevertheless, the Champions League Final is SET! Does Sara think that Barcelona can be consid…

Champions League, WSL, and NWSL - this time of year has everything and so does this episode! Kicking it off, Sara & Allie bring you news out of the NWSL as the trade window closed last week, along with some fun acecdotes. Next, it's onto game of the week. Sara & Allie debate which game they preferred of the Champions League, and kick it off with Ba…

Allie and Sara are back with all things FA cup, NWSL Drama and world football news. First up we bring you all the drama in the semi final of the FA cup with historic wins from Man United and Tottenham. Then, we take you around the world stopping in Scotland, Germany, Australia, and Spain. Finally we give you all the news on the Maria Sanchez trade …

She Believes Cup, Euros Qualifying, and an Interview with Skip Gilbert - CEO of US Youth Soccer. It's a jam packed episode as we kick it off with talking all things She Believes Cup! How does Sara feel about the direction that the US are heading? Next, it's over to Euros Qualifying and England's 1-1 draw with Sweden. It's the group of death featuri…

It's a jam packed episode! We're talking Bay FC vs. Houston, Conti Cup Final & that post-game handshake, and Champions League! Plus, of course, we dive into Korbin Albert's actions and discuss the apology & fallout since. First up, it's our game of the week and it had to be the thriller that was Bay FC's inagural home match that was spoiled by the …

We promised you a cheeky surprise after a week off, and here it is! Sara was in her old stomping grounds of NYC and she sat down with guest host Amy O'Connor (UEFA B License & registered United fan) for an in-person recording! Sara and Amy kick things off with the WSL and the Manchester Derby. Manchester is Blue and Amy is sad, and City may actuall…

On Episode 226 of Women's World Football Show, we feature an exclusive interview with Matt Peek, co-founder of Parkside Trading Cards, as he shares the inspiring story behind the NWSL trading cards. Discover how these cards are empowering players and captivating fans young and old. (15') Tune in to learn: The journey of Parkside Trading Cards and t…

The title race is heating up, we’re down to the semi-finals of the FA Cup & less than two weeks away from the Continental Cup Final! Alongside reviewing the WSL gameweek, we’ve also got a feature on the FA Women's National League Cup Final, an interview with Amber-Keegan Stobbs (captain of Newcastle United) and Grace Gillard (captain of Hashtag Uni…

USA vs Brazil, 'Cupsets' in the FA Cup, and big news out of Panama National Team & Leicester City that needs discussing. To kick it off, we dive immediately in the USWNT 1-0 win over Brazil. Was this Brazil's worst performance of the tournament, and if so why? Next, it's a quick recap of the FA Cup and then into two important news topics: Leicester…

Gold Cup & WSL, what more could you want? First up, Sara & allie dive into the drama of the "draw" that was heartbreak for Puerto Rico. Was this the best way to determine who advances in the tournament? If not, how else? Next, we pull the best part of our Gold Cup Quarterfinal special for you and drop it in for a peak into Sara & Amy's breakdown of…

All four games from this past weekend, analyzed! Ahead of Wednesday's semi-finals, we're breaking it all down. Don't fret, we're still bringing you our regular episode on Wednesday with semi-final previews & predictions and all, but first, we're breaking down the four W Gold Cup quarterfinal matches from this weekend. Amy O'Connor joins the pod aga…

It's International Break! Before we dive head first into the Gold Cup & England's friendlies, we spend a moment discussing the recent news out of Kansas City Current. Ticket prices dropped and they leave us with one question - is this game still accessible to most? Then, it's over to the Gold Cup! First we'll kick it off with the ALWAYS exciting Br…

WSL & International! Does it get much better?! This is a MONSTER of an episode! We're joined by Amy to spend the first 30 minutes of the episode on the WSL. Kicking it off with City beating Chelsea and then into Arsenal vs United, and around the league to other noteable scores. Will City win a trophy this year? Next, it's over to international for …

It's FA Cup! Manchester City vs. Arsenal.... clash of the titans or a damp squib of a game? In more exciting FA Cup news: the Championship teams crushed it. Next, it's over to international for news that JUST started getting traction across the UK & US... right after we recorded it and said that it wasn't getting traction. c'est la vie, that doesn'…

The title says it all. We're talking Lindsey Horan's headline-making comments and of course the upset of the weekend in the WSL - West Ham beating Arsenal. To kick it off, it's the US and the statement from Horan - what did she actually mean and does context make it any better? Next, it's over to the WSL for the game of the week: West Ham vs Arsena…

WSL, Champions League, and NWSL - we've got it all in this episode. We kick it off with WSL and a weekend that left Sara frustrated and disappointed in certain clubs. Why should West Ham supporters think twice after their win vs. Bristol City? And is it still a two team race at the bottom? We couldn't talk WSL without talking about the Daly dive th…

We're back for 2024! Two WSL gameweeks of the year are down, so lets review how clubs have started the second half of the season! Viv scores her first goal back, Lauren James is on fire, City keep winning and United are, well, United. Plus, crucial wins for Leicester City and West Ham United. https://twogirlstalkballs.com/…

The WSL is back and we're covering it all! It's an all WSL episode! First up is our game of the week: Chelsea vs Man United. Amy O'Connor is back to talk all things United - what isn't working, and what does the future hold? Of course, Sara & Amy dive into the Chelsea of it all as well. Next, it's around the world for updates and scores in leagues …

Exclusive soundbites from the top NWSL college draft, providing a sneak peek into the future stars of women's soccer. Extended interview with Washington Spirit draft pick Croix Bethune In-depth interview with Ju'Riese Colon, CEO of the US Center for SafeSport, shedding light on the importance of safety and inclusivity in the world of sports. A conv…

*Recorded before news of Mal Swanson's contract dropped! Swanson is now the highest paid player in the NWSL. WE'RE BACK! We've missed you and we've missed a lot of news out of the WSL & NWSL but we are here to cover it all! Kicking it off with WSL. First, a short conversation around transfers and then over to this upcoming weekend. We'll preview a …

On this episode, we welcome coaching legend Becky Burleigh, renowned for her unparalleled 31-year coaching career, including a remarkable 27-year tenure as head coach at the University of Florida women’s soccer team. Coach Burleigh shares her extensive insights into high-performance coaching, leadership strategies, and the game-changing moments tha…

Coach Amanda Evans, chair of United Soccer Coaches and founder of MomsWhoCoach, shares invaluable insights on the upcoming United Soccer Coaches Convention in January 2024. Plus, hear from Angel City FC’s newest defender Gisele Thompson addressing the media after her signing. We also hear from Angel City GM Angela Hucles Mangano talk about the exci…

It's that time again, our Christmas Plonkcast! It's our final podcast of 2023 and a chance to provide a festival review of the WSL season so far. Which manager is in our Christmas stocking? Who's been the most helpful elf? Who's our Christmas pudding and who's been our Christmas cracker? Proudly sponsored by FotMob…

It's the last one of 2023, and what an episode it is! The WSL decended into chaos in it's final weekend, with thrills and spills up and down the league. Is there still hope for Arsenal to win the league? Does Allie still have faith West Ham can survive the drop? Of course, we go around the world before landing on NWSL Expansion Draft madness. Shoul…

It's the second the last weekend of WSL play in 2023 & the leadup to the NWSL Expansion Draft! First off, it's our game of the week featuring Arsenal taking down Chelsea in a whopping 4-1 victory. Concerns for Chelsea after a destruction we haven't seen in a while? Is this a turning point for Arsenal? Next, we are joined by Bekki Morgan (The Equali…

As we see an end to 2023, we also say goodbye to a few of our favorite players who have announced their retirements – Megan Rapinoe, Ali Krieger, Christine Sinclair, and Julie Ertz. In this episode, we hear from these iconic players as they look back on their careers and the legacies they leave. We also hear from Lauren Barnes as she shares her tho…

Allie is back - have you missed them? Allie and Sara talk about what's up with West Ham, Aston Villa and Spurs. Then they look ahead to International Break and say welcome back to some familar faces... and goodbye to others. As ever we hit you up with updates from leagues around the world and more. Episode edited by @monkeyhillmedia. Follow us on s…

With another international break coming, the WSL reminded us what we'll be missing - 26 goals across 6 games! Even better, 2 were from the returning Beth Mead. Arsenal, Chelsea and Manchester City continue their free-scoring ways, Liverpool and Man U get back on track and the league's mid/lower league teams are consistently inconsistent. Plus, we t…

Manchester is blue and so was the Empire State Building for one hour only to celebrate Gotham FC's NWSL win. First up it's WSL and the wild weekend that gave us so many great games they could have all been featured as our game of the week. Amy joins Sara to break down the Manchester Derby, and of course West Ham vs. Aston Villa, and ALL of the othe…

A bonus LIVE episode for you. Live from the National Football Museum for the 2023 Football Writing Festival, recorded the day before Manchester United v Manchester City at Old Trafford. We talk Manchester Derby, Emma Hayes upcoming WSL departure and our view on the season so far! Thanks to NFM and the festival organisers. Proudly sponsored by FotMo…

Gotham FC are Champions! The Bats, as they are now lovingly called, have done it and Sara & Amy are here to break it ALL down. From tactics to the wild red card ending to Megan Rapinoe & Ali Krieger's last games... these two touch on it all. Next, it's around the world for scores and updates in leagues in Europe & Mexico. Finally, it's over to the …

Amy O'Connor is here to co-host with Sara for three weeks and we could not be more excited about it! First off, the two dive right into the NWSL Semi Finals. Did the extra week off impact Portland & San Diego, and was that Gotham's best game of the season? Of course, Sara & Amy preview the 'Sue Bird Bowl' (aka the Championship) and make their predi…

It's International Break! First up, Sara gets to dive into the US Women's National Team. Was there improvement across the two games? Why does Sara think some USWNT fans are wrong about how to manage the young talent on the team, and who will be the next Head Coach? Then, it's over to England and Allie's Lioness's to discuss if the scorelines are wo…