Episode 207: Sofia Jakobsson, Casey Stoney, Alex Morgan

Women’s World Football Show, Episode 207 – Exclusive interview with Sofia Jakobsson, Sweden and San Diego FC forward; Plus soundbites from San Diego Wave Head Coash Casey Stoney, forward Alex Morgan, and Jaedyn Shaw

Recorded from London, England! On this episode we celebrate how we want with a look at the extraordinary inaugural season of the San Diego Wave FC in the NWSL. We’re thrilled to feature an exclusive interview with San Diego and Sweden star striker (and Women’s World Cup hero!) Sofia Jakobsson.

Sofia Jakobsson
Sweden international and San Diego Wave FC striker Sofia Jakobsson stops by to share her football story and it’s a good one!

As one of the game’s most experienced players, Sofia has played in leagues all over the world, including Sweden, England, Germany, France, and Russia. Now, she’s taken on the USA as a member of the surprising San Diego Wave FC. Listen in as we get to know this brilliant star as she embarks on her fourth Women’s World Cup in 2023.

You’ll love getting to know Sofia a little better and root for her along the way. (23’)

Alex Morgan, Casey Stoney, Jaedyn Shaw
We’re taking a look at the San Diego Wave FC in their inaugural season (can you tell?), with soundbites from USWNT star Alex Morgan, Head Coach Casey Stoney, and USWNT U20 midfielder Jaedyn Shaw. All talking about the success of the team this season, the veteran influence, and more. Plus Coach Stoney gives us an insight on what makes Sofia Jakobsson a valuable asset to the team.

U17 Women’s World Cup
A brief recap of the FIFA U17 Women’s World Cup group and quarterfinal actions.

Episode Links:

Sofia Jacobsson profile – https://sandiegowavefc.com/player/sofia-jakobsson/

Sofia’s World Cup goal vs. Germany – https://www.fifa.com/tournaments/womens/womensworldcup/france2019/news/jakobsson-helps-sweden-break-the-spell

Follow Sofia on Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/sofiajakobsson/

FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup news – https://www.fifa.com/fifaplus/en/tournaments/womens/u17womensworldcup/india2022

Catch Patty’s new YouTube Show Mission California – https://mission-california.com/

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Photo Courtesy of San Diego Wave FC

Original Broadcast Date: October 22, 2022

Women’s World Football Show is hosted, written, edited and produced by Patty La Bella.

Additional assistance for this episode by Sofia Jakobsson, Bernadette O’Donnell (San Diego Wave FC).

Women’s World Football Show website design and theme music by Patricia La Bella

Women’s World Football Show® is a registered trademark and its audio and logo cannot be used without expressed written authorization.

Episode 191: Haley Kopmeyer, David Copeland-Smith

Women’s World Football Show, Episode 191 spotlights The Soccer Show with former professional goalkeeper Haley Kopmeyer and founder of Beast Mode Soccer David Copeland-Smith

What do you get when you mix a former professional women’s soccer player with one of the world’s most renown trainers in the women’s game and throw them in front of a camera and have them comment on FA WSL game highlights? You get The Soccer Show!

Haley Kopmeyer and David Copeland-Smith

Hosts of The Soccer Show stop by to talk about the YouTube show that is changing the way we look at the FA WSL. Former Reign and Orlando Pride goalkeeper Haley Kopmeyer has teamed up with the founder of Beast Mode Soccer David Copeland-Smith for an informative and entertaining highlight-driven show.

The two also discusses why the FA WSL is so popular, who are some of their favorite players, their take on how to really grow the women’s game and more! On their own, these two are knowledgeable and insightful. Together, they are taking coverage of women’s football to another level! (21’)

Carli Lloyd and Jennifer Cudjoe

The NJ/NY Gotham FC midfielders talk about the upcoming season, the 2021 Challenge Cup Final, penalty kicks and more! (6′)

Mark Parsons and Adrianna Franch

We hear from Portland Thorns FC head coach Mark Parsons and goalkeeper Adrianna Franch  immediately after winning the 2021 Challenge Cup final. What does this win mean to the team as they look to start the regular season? Coach Parsons shares his insights. Plus, Challenge Cup final MVP Franch talks about coming back from injury and coming up with a big PK save in the final. (12′)

Episode Links:

Watch The Soccer Show

Watch Just Women’s Sports on YouTube

Follow Haley Kopmeyer on Instagram @hkopmeyer

Follow David Copeland-Smith on Instagram @beastmodesoccer

Follow Just Women’s Sports on Instagram @justwomenssports

Visit BeastModeSoccer.com

Listen to AJ interview Haley Kopmeyer on Episode 171!

Listen and subscribe to our friends at Game of Throw-Ins podcast on Spotify and Soundcloud. Follow them on Twitter @GOTIfootball and Instagram @gameofthrowinspodcast

Don’t miss Patty’s new YouTube Show Mission California

More WWFShow Links:
Follow Women’s World Football Show on Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, and our blog at wwfshowblog.com.

Listen to Women’s World Football Show on Apple Podcasts, iHeart Radio, Spotify, Spreaker, TuneIn Radio, Google Play, Castbox, Stitcher, Soundcloud, and direct from our website at www.WWFShow.com.

Photos Courtesy of: Haley Kopmeyer and David Copeland-Smith

Original Broadcast Date: May 16, 2021

Women’s World Football Show is hosted, written, edited and produced by Patty La Bella.

Additional assistance for this episode by Haley Kopmeyer, David Copeland-Smith, Maureen Cornley, NWSL, Portland Thorns FC,  NJ/NY Gotham FC

Women’s World Football Show website design and theme music by Patricia La Bella

Women’s World Football Show® is a registered trademark and its audio and logo cannot be used without expressed written authorization.