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Fresh from the weekend, it's Full Time Review -- where host Jillian Sakovits is joined by Tamerra Griffin to break down another 4-0 win for the USWNT over the Republic of Ireland, as well as unpack the latest on Aitana Bonmati's viral meningitis diagnosis.
What did we see from Lynn Biyendolo captaining her country for the first time? Why is it so important for Emma Hayes to have handed out 24 international debuts in 24 games? And, what do we know about Bonmati's availability for Spain at Euro 2025?
PLUS: Canada women's national team head coach Casey Stoney is on the podcast to preview the upcoming North American rivalry game against the USWNT, her coaching head-to-head with Emma Hayes, and the method to her touchline attire.
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Articles mentioned on the show:
USWNT handles Ireland again in friendly as Emma Hayes continues to rotate in new faces
Spain’s Aitana Bonmati leaves hospital after viral meningitis diagnosis ahead of Euro 2025
Aitana Bonmati’s illness is a cruel blow for Spain, who have been here before on the eve of a Euros
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HOST: Jillian Sakovits
GUEST: Tamerra Griffin
PRODUCER: Theo Lloyd-Hughes
VIDEO PRODUCER: Lia Griffin
EXECUTIVE PRODUCER: Emily Olsen
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On this week's Full Time Focus, Jillian Sakovits is joined by The Athletic's Tamerra Griffin to break down the USWNT's 4-0 win over the Republic of Ireland in Colorado on Thursday night. The duo also reflect on the first anniversary of Emma Hayes taking over as head coach, and the symmetry Dick's Sporting Goods Park being the very same stadium she took charge of her first game.
What were the sights and sounds on the ground at the USWNT's triumphant return to Colorado? How has Alyssa Thompson upped her game to score one of the best USWNT's this decade? What has Hayes achieved in this remarkable first year in charge, and why is there so much more to come?
PLUS: Jillian looks ahead to some choice international games this weekend, including the USWNT's rematch with Ireland, a top-tier clash in the Americas and the defending European champions send-off game. Get focused with Full Time's 1-2-3.
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Referenced on the show:
Emma Hayes’ ‘astronomical’ year as USWNT head coach – but this is only the first step
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HOST: Jillian Sakovits
GUESTS: Tamerra Griffin
PRODUCER: Theo Lloyd-Hughes
VIDEO PRODUCER: Lia Griffin
EXECUTIVE PRODUCER: Emily Olsen
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Welcome to Full Time's big UEFA Women's Euro 2025 preview podcast. Hosts Tamerra Griffin and Meg Linehan get you caught up on everything you need to know about the tournament. With the help of The Athletic's Megan Feringa, Cerys Jones, Ali Rampling and Charlotte Harpur the crew breaks down every group - from A to D - with expert analysis on the favorites, the contenders, the dark horses, the breakout stars, the narratives that need busting, and what could define this summer's action.
Will England defend their title? Can Wales disrupt the 'group of death'? Are Spain truly way ahead of the chasing pack? Why is this Sweden's last dance?
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Articles referenced on the show:
Women’s Euros 2025: Guide to Group A – Hosts’ hopes, Hegerberg and a long-throw weapon
Switzerland team guide – can Sundhage help the hosts make history?
Check out more written coverage at The Athletic's Women's Euro 2025 hub here
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HOSTS: Tamerra Griffin, Meg Linehan
GUESTS: Megan Feringa, Cerys Jones, Ali Rampling, Charlotte Harpur
PRODUCER: Theo Lloyd-Hughes
VIDEO PRODUCER: Lia Griffin
EXECUTIVE PRODUCER: Emily Olsen
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On this week's Full Time Review, Jillian Sakovits has everything you need to know about the final Matchweek of the first half of the NWSL season. Then, Producer Theo is joined by Annie Peterson to go deeper on the Portland Thorns and the rejuvenation of their intimidating home stadium, Providence Park. Peterson looks back on the history of the team, as well what makes this group special, to better understand why the Portland Thorns are so good at home. After legends retired, and high-profile stars were set to miss the season, the Thorns have been far greather than some expected and go into the NWSL summer break undefeated at home.
PLUS: Jillian & Theo give out some NWSL midseason superlatives. From most memorable goal, to best social media follow, and most stylish merch.
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Articles mentioned on the show:
Angel City FC players wear ‘Immigrant City Football Club’ shirts amid ongoing ICE raids
Portland Thorns’ Bella Bixby on returning to play after motherhood: ‘It changes your body’
As others go silent, NWSL group doubles down over supporting Black players on Juneteenth and beyond
NWSL, WNBA unions release joint statement in response to immigration raids across U.S.
‘We’re being hunted. That’s how we feel.’ ICE activity puts an MLS fan group on pause
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HOST: Jillian Sakovits
GUEST: Annie Peterson
PRODUCER: Theo Lloyd-Hughes
VIDEO PRODUCER: Lia Griffin
EXECUTIVE PRODUCER: Emily Olsen
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On this week's Full Time Focus, Jillian Sakovits is joined by The Athletic's Meg Linehan to break down the latest USWNT roster that was announced for the upcoming friendlies against the Republic of Ireland and Canada. How is Emma Hayes managing her players' workload this summer? Who are the new faces on the team? And, what does Rose Lavelle's return mean?
After that, Producer Theo caught up with Houston Dash goalkeeper Abby Smith to talk about what Juneteenth means to her and the Black Women's Player Collective's work in the Black soccer community and beyond.
PLUS: Megan Feringa hops onto the podcast from Snowdon mountain in Wales, where the Welsh Women's National Team announced their squad for Euro 2025 from 3,500 feet. Jillian then closes out the show with her 1-2-3 of things to watch in the NWSL this weekend.
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Referenced on the show:
Emma Hayes and Mauricio Pochettino face different challenges with their U.S. teams
As others go silent, NWSL group doubles down over supporting Black players on Juneteenth and beyond
Head coach Rhian Wilkinson climbs Wales’ highest mountain to announce historic Euro 2025 squad
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HOST: Jillian Sakovits
GUESTS: Meg Linehan, Abby Smith, Megan Feringa
PRODUCER: Theo Lloyd-Hughes
VIDEO PRODUCER: Lia Griffin
EXECUTIVE PRODUCER: Emily Olsen
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On this week's Full Time, hosts Tamerra Griffin and Meg Linehan answer some insightful and hilarious listener questions in a special summer mailbag episode.
From fantasy USWNT lineups, to best kits, player stylists, NWSL rule clarifications, a potential future for a women's U.S. Open Cup, book clubs and so much more.
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Articles referenced on the show:
U.S. women’s coach Emma Hayes plans to give Europe-based players ‘much needed break’ this summer
Jonatan Giráldez addresses departure from Washington Spirit: ‘Football is unpredictable’
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HOSTS: Tamerra Griffin, Meg Linehan
PRODUCER: Theo Lloyd-Hughes
VIDEO PRODUCER: Lia Griffin
EXECUTIVE PRODUCER: Emily Olsen
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On this week's Full Time Review, Theo Lloyd-Hughes gets you all caught up on the major talking points from Matchday 12 of the NWSL season. Then after that, Theo is joined by Tampa Bay Sun captain Jordyn Listro fresh from lifting the inaugural USL-Super League championship title this past weekend. Listro reflects on the emotion of bringing a title to her adopted home of Tampa Bay, and what the USL-SL has delivered in its first season.
PLUS: The Athletic's Asli Pelit discusses her feature interview with Evelyn Shores, the UNC and U.S. youth national team rising star who just scored the million-dollar goal at The Soccer Tournament. Asli also has the latest scoop on the early bidding process for host cities at the 2031 Women's World Cup in the United States.
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Articles mentioned on the show:
Angel City FC players wear ‘Immigrant City Football Club’ shirts amid ongoing ICE raids
Who is Evelyn Shores? Meet the USWNT youth player winning NCAA titles and scoring $1m goals
Potential host cities talk 2031 Women’s World Cup after U.S. Soccer initiates selection process
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HOST: Theo Lloyd-Hughes
GUEST: Jordyn Listro, Asli Pelit
PRODUCER: Theo Lloyd-Hughes
VIDEO PRODUCER: Lia Griffin
EXECUTIVE PRODUCER: Emily Olsen
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On this week's Full Time Focus, Jillian Sakovits catches up with Racing Louisville and USWNT winger Emma Sears. The 24-year-old talks about her impressive start to the 2025 NWSL season and takes the listener inside the environment that head coach Bev Yanez has fostered in Louisville. Sears also talks about breaking into the USWNT having never played at the youth levels growing up, and the message that head coach Emma Hayes is sending to players who are competing for a place.
PLUS: Jillian has all the latest headlines and stories to watch heading into the soccer weekend, from major USWNT transfer news to a cursed away trip for the Washington Spirit and the rivalry in the USL-Super League final.
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Referenced on the show:
OL Lyonnes in talks with Ajax over transfer of USWNT midfielder Lily Yohannes: Sources
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HOST: Jillian Sakovits
GUEST: Emma Sears
PRODUCER: Theo Lloyd-Hughes
VIDEO PRODUCER: Lia Griffin
EXECUTIVE PRODUCER: Emily Olsen
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As England prepares to defend its European title, the nation has been rocked by the sudden retirements of high-profile veterans Mary Earps and Fran Kirby, and the withdrawal of vice-captain Mille Bright. As pressure intensifies on head coach Sarina Wiegman ahead of Euro 2025, many are wondering: Is England really in crisis?
On a special edition of Full Time, Tamerra Griffin is joined by The Athletic's Megan Feringa and Jacob Whitehead to unpack how England got to this point, and where Wiegman's team might be heading. What has changed since the Lionesses won Euro 2022? Has opinion soured on Wiegman? Is this amount of noise normal for any high-profile defending champion? Who will step up to be the leaders for England in Switzerland this summer?
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Articles referenced on the show:
England have a strong core despite retirements – Sarina Wiegman seems to know it
Chelsea defender Millie Bright undergoes knee surgery following England withdrawal
Introducing England Women’s Euro 2025 squad: Every player analysed
England manager Sarina Wiegman’s ‘honest conversations’ come with mixed results
In Mary Earps’ departure, Sarina Wiegman faces the toughest challenge of her England tenure
Inside Mary Earps’ shock England retirement: Anger from Wiegman, mixed feelings from team-mates
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HOST: Tamerra Griffin
GUESTS: Megan Feringa, Jacob Whitehead
PRODUCER: Theo Lloyd-Hughes
VIDEO PRODUCER: Lia Griffin
EXECUTIVE PRODUCER: Emily Olsen
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This week on Full Time, hosts Tamerra Griffin and Meg Linehan are joined by friend of the show Sam Mewis, the former USWNT player turned podcaster and editor-in-chief with The Women's Game.
Mewis reflects on the past 18 months since she retired from soccer and stepped into a new role on the media side. How has she evolved as a journalist and presenter over that time? What tensions has she encountered along the way? Where is the evolving media landscape of women's soccer heading?
After a knee injury ended her career prematurely, Mewis also talks about her post-career move to Burlington, Vermont, and how the state "healed all wounds." The trio also talk Vermont Green FC women, where Mewis is currently coaching a summer exhibition series, and the emotions that come when you step back on the pitch again but not as a player. The show closes out with Mewis discussing her current favorite NWSL players and her favorite goal of her career.
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Articles referenced on the show:
Sam Mewis, World Cup winner with USWNT and NWSL champion, retires from professional soccer
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HOSTS: Tamerra Griffin, Meg Linehan
GUEST: Sam Mewis
PRODUCER: Theo Lloyd-Hughes
VIDEO PRODUCER: Lia Griffin
EXECUTIVE PRODUCER: Emily Olsen
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On this week's Full Time Review, host Jillian Sakovits is joined by The Athletic's Meg Linehan to discuss the biggest talking points from Week 11 of the NWSL season. Is it time to be concerned about Gotham FC's playoff chances? Is Bev Yanez an early contender for coach of the year? And, Boston Legacy FC have unveiled their club crest. Jill and Meg give their takes and take you inside the club's design plans.
PLUS: Jillian runs down more of the weekend's top stories, including a farewell to Jonatan Giraldez from the Washington Spirit fans, a slew of first-time goalscorers and a coaching change in the English Women's Super League. The show closes out with a Pride special moment of the week.
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Articles mentioned on the show:
Rose Lavelle returns but KC Current hand Gotham FC third straight loss
Boston Legacy FC unveils new team crest: ‘It’s been a learning process. We had a hiccup’
Jonatan Giráldez addresses departure from Washington Spirit: ‘Football is unpredictable’
Tottenham part company with women’s coach Robert Vilahamn
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HOST: Jillian Sakovits
GUEST: Meg Linehan
PRODUCER: Theo Lloyd-Hughes
VIDEO PRODUCER: Lia Griffin
EXECUTIVE PRODUCER: Emily Olsen
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On this week's Full Time Focus, Jillian Sakovits has a feature interview with Seattle Reign and USYNT defender Jordyn Bugg. The 18-year-old reflects on her first year as a professional soccer player in the NWSL, what she has learned from the players she looks up to, such as Naomi Girma and Lynn BIyendolo, and what she learned from her recent trip to Germany with the USWNT U23s.
PLUS: Producer Theo catches up with Charlotte Harpur to talk England, after the sudden international retirements of Mary Earps and Fran Kirby, and vice-captain Millie Bright's withdrawal from the UEFA Women's European Championships. Jillian then closes out the show with her three things to watch for in upcoming NWSL weekend.
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Referenced on the show:
Inside Mary Earps’ shock England retirement: Anger from Wiegman, mixed feelings from team-mates
Millie Bright withdraws from England selection for Euro 2025
Introducing England Women’s Euro 2025 squad: Every player analysed
Curiosity and a new challenge drew former Bayern Munich Women’s coach to Angel City
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HOST: Jillian Sakovits
GUESTS: Jordyn Bugg, Charlotte Harpur
PRODUCER: Theo Lloyd-Hughes
VIDEO PRODUCER: Lia Griffin
EXECUTIVE PRODUCER: Emily Olsen
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In the wake of Michele Kang transferring head coach Jonatan Giraldez between two clubs that she owns, the Washington Spirit and OL Lyonnes, the soccer world has begun to question whether multi-club ownership is a good thing for the women's game.
This week on Full Time, hosts Tamerra Griffin and Meg Linehan are joined by Aslit Pelit and Emily Olsen of The Athletic for an in-depth discussion into the world of multi-club ownership. What has multi-club ownership looked like in the men's game, and what things can be learned or avoided? How is the Giraldez transfer an inflection point? Why would it be different if a player transferred between affiliated clubs? Is there a pecking order between clubs in a multi-club model? Does the UEFA Women's Champions League still hold the most prestige?
PLUS: Tamerra and Meg give their thoughts on the USWNT's 4-0 win over Jamaica, and who impressed during the most recent FIFA international window. Including, their opinion on who the USWNT's starting front three should be while 'Triple Espresso' remains absent.
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Articles mentioned on the show:
Down to Business: Multi-club ownership is growing in women’s soccer, but ‘execution is everything’
Spirit owner Michele Kang sets vision for future of women’s soccer with new global football group
FAQs about the Spirit’s coaching shuffle
Joe Montemurro leaves role as OL Lyonnes head coach
Spirit coach Jonatan Giráldez to take OL Lyonnes job, Adrián González to lead Washington
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HOSTS: Tamerra Griffin, Meg Linehan
GUESTS: Asli Pelit, Emily Olsen
PRODUCER: Theo Lloyd-Hughes
VIDEO PRODUCER: Lia Griffin
EXECUTIVE PRODUCER: Emily Olsen
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On this week's Full Time Review, host Jillian Sakovits is joined by The Athletic's Jeff Rueter to break down the USWNT's 3-0 win over China. What did we learn about the importance of Naomi Girma's role on the USWNT after her first international appearance of 2025? What made Lo LaBonta's history-making debut so special?
PLUS: The latest on the expected imminent departure of Washington Spirit head coach Jonatan Giraldez to OL Lyonnes in France reported in The Athletic this weekend, Marta's comeback with Brazil in Sao Paulo, more headlines from the FIFA international weekend, and Jillian's moment of the week.
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Articles mentioned on the show:
The USWNT basks in the return of Naomi Girma – their ‘security blanket’
USWNT midfield stands out in 3-0 win over China, Sam Coffey tallies second U.S. goal
Joe Montemurro leaves role as OL Lyonnes head coach
Spirit coach Jonatan Giráldez set to take OL Lyonnes job, Adrián González to lead Washington
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HOST: Jillian Sakovits
GUEST: Jeff Rueter
PRODUCER: Theo Lloyd-Hughes
VIDEO PRODUCER: Lia Griffin
EXECUTIVE PRODUCER: Emily Olsen
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On this week's Full Time Focus, Tamerra Griffin sits down with Sam Coffey for a feature interview from USWNT training camp. The 26-year-old midfielder talks about developing her leadership style, as she assumed the Portland Thorns captaincy in the wake of veterans Becky Sauerbrunn and Christine Sinclair retiring. Coffey also discusses her time in Mexico competing in the inaugural Concacaf W Champions Cup, the heroic welcome that Emily Fox received at USWNT training camp, and her thoughts on the USWNT midfield.
PLUS: Host Jillian Sakovits and Tamerra get into what they're looking forward to in the USWNT's upcoming friendly against China, and some other notable things to watch out for this weekend.
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Referenced on the show:
After her first USWNT call-up at 32, Lo’eau LaBonta expects nothing, ‘willing to give everything’
Gotham FC wins inaugural Concacaf Champions Cup, 1-0 over Tigres UANL
USWNT roster: Naomi Girma returns, Lo’eau LaBonta debuts, Korbin Albert absent
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HOST: Jillian Sakovits
GUESTS: Sam Coffey, Tamerra Griffin
PRODUCER: Theo Lloyd-Hughes
VIDEO PRODUCER: Lia Griffin
EXECUTIVE PRODUCER: Emily Olsen
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It has been billed as women's football 'reimagined' but with the inaugural edition behind us, what really is World Sevens Football (W7F) offering to the sport's global ecosystem?
This week on Full Time, hosts Tamerra Griffin and Meg Linehan are joined by USWNT legend Tobin Heath to discuss her role as the chair of player advisory council in developing the innovative seven-a-side tournament. Why was W7F such a breath of fresh air for players, and how can W7F disrupt the status quo?
Then The Athletic's Charlotte Harpur, joins the podcast to give her perspective from covering the W7F on the media side and the concerns regarding its hand-picked competing teams. Plus, Charlotte gives her inside view on Tuesday's sudden news that Mary Earps has retired from international soccer.
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Articles mentioned on the show:
Inside World Sevens Football: A $5m prize pot, rolling subs, DJ sets and plenty of personality
Inside Mary Earps’ shock England retirement: Anger from Wiegman, mixed feelings from team-mates
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HOSTS: Tamerra Griffin, Meg Linehan
GUESTS: Tobin Heath, Charlotte Harpur
PRODUCER: Theo Lloyd-Hughes
VIDEO PRODUCER: Lia Griffin
EXECUTIVE PRODUCER: Emily Olsen
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On this week's Full Time Review, The Athletic's Art de Roche and Laia Cervello join the podcast to discuss how Arsenal stunned Barcelona to win the 2024-25 UEFA Women's Champions League. Was it the biggest upset in a final the competition has ever seen? How did Arsenal honor their rich history while creating a new legacy? Who were the key players and top performers? And, what was behind Barcelona's collapse in Lisbon?
PLUS: Host Jillian Sakovits has the top of headlines of the NWSL weekend, and a very special moment of the week featuring some inaugural silverware in the Concacaf W Champions Cup.
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Articles mentioned on the show:
Stina Blackstenius is a subtle striker who helped Arsenal win another Champions League title
Chloe Kelly says she ‘found happiness at Arsenal after being in a dark place’
Barcelona seemed destined for a third straight Champions League triumph. What went wrong?
How Arsenal became European champions for a second time: Pressing, doubling up and smart subs
How Champions League winners Arsenal benefited from top coaching and a tight league table
Arsenal pull off the upset, beating Barcelona to capture second Women’s Champions League title
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HOST: Jillian Sakovits
GUEST: Art de Roche, Laia Cervello
PRODUCER: Theo Lloyd-Hughes
VIDEO PRODUCER: Lia Griffin
EXECUTIVE PRODUCER: Emily Olsen
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After a decade in the NWSL, Kansas City Current midfielder Lo LaBonta has earned her first-ever call-up to the USWNT. On this week's Full Time Focus, the self proclaimed "5-foot fireball" caught up with Meg Linehan to talk about her emotions as she reacted to the long-awaited call, and the rare feeling of being a rookie once again.
PLUS: Host Jillian Sakovits is joined by Sports Illustrated contributor Jenna Tonelli to discuss the inaugural Concacaf W Champions Cup final that will see UANL Tigres take on NJ/NY Gotham FC. After lots of roster turnover, a couple of cup final defeats and a nail-biting playoff exit last season, what would lifting a continental trophy mean to Gotham? And, will this tournament tell us which league is stronger between LigaMX Femenil and NWSL?
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Referenced on the show:
USWNT roster: Naomi Girma returns, Lo’eau LaBonta debuts, Korbin Albert absent
Gotham, Tigres advance to Concacaf W Champions Cup Final
Leah Williamson, Arsenal, and juggling the emotions of playing in a final for the club you support
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HOST: Jillian Sakovits
GUESTS: Lo LaBonta, Meg Lineha, Jenna Tonnelli
PRODUCER: Theo Lloyd-Hughes
VIDEO PRODUCER: Lia Griffin
EXECUTIVE PRODUCER: Emily Olsen
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This week on Full Time, hosts Tamerra Griffin and Meg Linehan breakdown the latest USWNT roster for the upcoming May/June friendlies against China and Jamaica. From Naomi Girma's long awaited return, to the intriguing new faces, and the notable absentees.
Then, with the help of The Athletic's Asli Pelit, there is a roundtable discussion on the NWSL after nine weeks of play. Who are the frontrunners in the MVP race? What makes this rookie class so special? What has been the biggest disappointment and the most pleasant surprise so far?
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Articles mentioned on the show:
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HOSTS: Tamerra Griffin, Meg Linehan
GUEST: Asli Pelit
PRODUCER: Theo Lloyd-Hughes
VIDEO PRODUCER: Lia Griffin
EXECUTIVE PRODUCER: Emily Olsen
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On this week's Full Time Review, host Jillian Sakovits is joined by Tamerra Griffin to talk about a memorable evening at PayPal Park. Under the backdrop of Bay FC facing off against Angel City, in San Jose, California, Tamerra spoke to NWSL commissioner Jessica Berman for the first time since Angel City defender Savy King had a medical emergency during a match last week. What were the layers of emotions that surrounded this weekend's match? What questions remain unanswered after the commissioner's first media appearance? How much scrutiny is Berman under at this moment in time?
PLUS: The Athletic's Megan Feringa joins from Wembley Stadium to give her view on the women's FA Cup final. Jillian also goes over the top stories Matchweek 9 of the NWSL season, including her moment of the weekend.
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Articles mentioned on the show:
NWSL commissioner on decision to play after Savy King’s collapse: ‘All we could do is learn’
NWSL must learn from its decision to continue play after Angel City’s Savy King collapsed
Chelsea’s domestic dominance still won’t be considered enough until Europe is conquered, too
London City Lionesses head to WSL with ambition to compete among the elite
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HOST: Jillian Sakovits
GUEST: Tamerra Griffin, Megan Feringa
PRODUCER: Theo Lloyd-Hughes
VIDEO PRODUCER: Lia Griffin
EXECUTIVE PRODUCER: Emily Olsen
Additional NWSL press conference audio captured by Taylor Vincent
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