Women’s World Football Show, Episode 92 features exclusive interviews with Canada legend Rhian Wilkinson; Durham winger Emily Roberts; Aussie striker Remy Siemsen; and Australian sports writer Cheryl Downes.
There’s a change in the air in women’s soccer – can you feel it? We can! And on this week’s episode of Women’s World Football Show, we travel the globe to take a look at these changes first hand. First up, we head to Canada to talk with one of the game’s most popular players – Rhian Wilkinson.
An intricate member of the Canada Women’s National Team since 2003, Rhian made her debut at 20 
years old after a stellar career at University of Tennessee. The winner of 2 Olympic bronze medals, Rhian has contributed to the success of the Canada team over the years with her leadership and tactical skills. Now at 34 years old, the Quebec native has decided to hang up her boots. We caught up with Rhian just before she played her last match against Mexico on February 4, 2017.
In this candid conversation, Rhian talks about why she decided that now is the time to retire from professional soccer, shares some of her favorite memories and reflects on the influence of Coach John Herdman. Plus, is coaching on her own horizon? We’ll see.. And true to form, Rhian is brutally honest about the state of the women’s game, while calling for more women to get involved in coaching and why many of her Canadian teammates deserve to be recognized as great players, role models and influencers in the sport.
Rhian is a player who will always be remembered for her grit, her heart and her humor. Get ready to start missing her already and enjoy this interview with the one-and-only Rhian Wilkinson! (3:50)
Emily Roberts
The FAWSL 2 Spring Series is underway and one of the teams you’ll want to keep a close eye on are the Durham Wildcats! Adam sits down with Durham’s powerful winger Emily Roberts to chat about the upcoming season, as well as the changes she’s seen at Durham and in the league over the past few years. As a former player for Doncaster, Emily knows a thing or two about winning the league and she brings that experience to Durham. Emily tells us all about the Wildcats preparations for 2017, as well as looks back at her career with her former clubs Doncaster, Notts County and Lincoln. (41:30)
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Westfield W-League
The book has closed on the 2016/17 W-League season, but not before we chat with our friend and correspondent from The Women’s Game, Cheryl Downes! Patty and Cheryl chat about the Final Four – Perth Glory, Sydney FC, Melbourne City and Canberra United. What did it take for these teams to make it to the playoffs, who were some of the standout players and why is this league becoming a hotbed for new, young players? It’s all here and more! (plus a Kate Gill question? maybe.) (54:33)
Remy Siemsen
Keeping on the subject of the W-League, we welcome Sydney FC striker Remy Siemsen! As we all 
know, the league has plenty of rising young stars, but none brighter than Remy. In just her first season in the league, Remy has turned heads, scoring many crucial goals for the Sky Blues. In this spirited interview, the 17-year old tells us all about her remarkable season, playing along side the likes of Caitlin Foord and Kyah Simon and the dream experience of representing Australia at the youth level. Plus, Remy gives us “behind the scenes” info on many of her Sydney FC teammates and her dream of playing overseas. This is a player on the steps of a great career, so don’t miss a second of this interview! (1:18:00)
Plus…
What’s next for Canada! FAWSL 1 and NWSL updates. And it wouldn’t be a WWFShow without a look at the recent ‘going-ons’ at the US Women’s National Team! We have a team update, see what Jill Ellis is up to, the latest shenanigans of Hope Solo and recent transfer rumors of one Carli Lloyd! Talk about changes!!
Fade Out Music by Keane
Original Broadcast Date: February 11, 2017
Photo credits courtesy of: Canada Soccer; Durham WFC; APP
Sheffield made their FAWSL 2 debut in 2016, finishing a very respectable 5th place in the table. Zoe looks back on that season with thoughts on what worked and what needs to be worked on. She also shares her thoughts on the upcoming FA Cup, where Sheffield will meet Charlton in what’s sure to be a thrilling match!
Pittsburgh standout Jaclyn Poucel. After her senior season, Jaclyn found herself on the list for eligible players for the 2015 NWSL college draft. But with a deep crop of draftees, the tall center-back went undrafted. But that didn’t diminish her dreams of playing professional soccer !
FC Barcelona Women
Fiona Brown
Ella is back and better than ever! The fan-favorite footballer updates us on her massive success at FC Rosengård in the Damallsvenskan League in Sweden. Ella also shares her thoughts on football in Sweden, her continuing growth in the game and the opportunities playing and living abroad has offered. With 14 goals in 21 games in 2016, Ella is proving herself to be a goal-scoring threat. What has led to this dramatic role change and what does the future hold for the affable soccer star? Ella gives us the insider scoop.
FAWSL and England
that’s Girls on the Ball! Sophie stops by to give us a look back on FAWSL 1&2 in 2016. Who were the stars of the league and what were some of the biggest matches and moments? And with big changes on the horizon, what does the future look like for both leagues? Sophie lays it all out for us. Plus, a look back on the England squad and insight into what 2017 holds for the team.
NWSL
Angela Hucles
give us a first hand look at how this works, Women’s World Football Show welcomes Australian midfielder Elise Kellond-Knight!
Paul Greig
quadrupled her career caps. Long came into this year with only 4 WNT appearances, but with her last start (vs Romania), she earned her 20th cap. Patty caught up with the newly appointed center back to talk about her new role on the team and how accepting she is of the team’s recent changes. Plus, is there a position she wouldn’t play and what was her biggest take-away from the Rio Olympics? Also, we hear from Jill Ellis who talks about Long’s poise on and off the pitch. If you think you know Allie Long, this interview may prove you wrong! (Yes, we rhyme). (31:33)
U20 Women’s World Cup
With 5 World Cups and 2 Olympic games under her belt, the Olympic bronze medalist is the longest serving women’s soccer player in Canadian history. In this entertaining interview, KK takes us back to her childhood, shares her experiences as an elite athlete and brings us up to date on her latest projects. One in particular is 
uth America is an understatement. However apart from Brazil, the women’s game in South America has kept a low a profile. The good news is – things are changing! To understand how, Adam sits down with Argentine executive and women’s sports advocate Carolina Garcia. As a sports marketing professional, Carolina is at the forefront of the South American women’s game movement. How is the game growing in that region? How are the men’s teams helping? What’s being done to help get more women’s teams to bigger stages such as the World Cup and Olympics? Class is in session and Carolina is here to explain it all! (46:46′)
Seattle Reign FC
or Turbine Potsdam in Germany and then later leaving the comfy confines of her hometown for the bustling city of Chicago.
Much to the dismay of everyone, HAO recently announced her retirement from international play, ending a celebrated career of 231 appearances for the U.S. Women’s National Team. After a memorable farewell match against Thailand (where she scored and assisted with a goal), HAO shares with us that emotional match and some of her thoughts throughout the game.
Craig Deans
as goalkeeper coach at Columbus State University. Alexa spent a year and a half in Willstätt, Germany playing for SC Sand in the Frauen Bundesliga. During Alexa’s tenure, SC Sand found success which included advancing to the DFB Pokal Finale, the German Championship, as well as defeating the defending European Champion, VFL Wolfsburg, for the first time in club history.
is life really like for a top sports agent representing professional athletes? Women’s World Football Show welcomes Leonard “Lenny” Lun, president and CEO of 