Episode 231: Int’l Updates & Soundbites

Hope you’re enjoying all the great international play as we’re coming out of FIFA break in April, 2025… and heading into a new one pretty soon!

On this episode, we take a trip into the mix zone at the USWNT v Brazil match at SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles. On tap: Michelle Cooper, Alyssa Thompson, and Trinity Rodman.

We also listen in to press conferences featuring a couple of our favorite head coaches: Emma Hayes (USA) and Casey Stoney (Canada)

More notables from UEFA Women’s Nations League matches, select international friendlies, and a preview of the Concacaf Women’s Champions Cup semifinals.

Plus – what’s the latest rumor on Australia’s new head coach situation, and what makes SoFi’s pressbox so unappealing? I’m covering it all!

Episode Links

Keep up with the UEFA Women’s Nations League: https://www.uefa.com/womensnationsleague/news/

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Original Broadcast Date: April 19, 2025

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

Additional assistance for this episode by US Soccer and Canada Soccer

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Episode 205: Jamie Levoy; Sydney Leroux

Women’s World Football Show, Episode 205 – Cal Storm Executive Director/Head Coach and Founding NWSL Team Investor Jamie Levoy; Angel City FC Forward Sydney Leroux

What does your favorite team mean to you? And how much do you invest in time, money, and passion? On this episode we explore how our teams define us as people and as a community with special guest California Storm Executive Director and Head Coach Jamie Levoy. We also hear from Angel City FC forward Sydney Leroux on coming back to LA, her own influence on community building, and more.

We also take a look at the 2022 Women’s European Championships group stage. And all the many Women’s World Cup qualifiers happening all over the world, including W Concacaf Championships, Copa América – Feminina, African Cup of Nations, OFC Women’s Nations Cup, and more!

Jamie Levoy
As Executive Director and Head Coach of WPSL team California Storm, Jamie Levoy knows that investing in a team means more than just writing a check. It’s working hard for players well-being, attention to detail when it comes to fan experience, and involvement in the community.

Jamie, along with other Northern California soccer influencers, is on a mission to bring an NWSL team to the Bay Area. You do not want to miss all the info Jamie reveals on this new venture and when we can expect another rival team in California. How big is the NWSL on the west coast and how big will it get? Jamie is here to give us a glimpse at the possibilities! (20′)

Sydney Leroux
There’s quite the homecoming for forward Angel City FC forward Sydney Leroux as she is welcomed back to the place she started her career at UCLA. We hear from Syd talk about coming back to LA, her role in the community, and more. (56′)

Episode Links:

Visit California Storm at CalStormSoccer https://www.calstormsoccer.com/

Support NWSL to the Bay:

Website: https://nwsltothebay.com/

Twitter: https://twitter.com/nwsltothebay/

IG: https://www.instagram.com/nwsltothebay/

Don’t miss Patty’s new YouTube Show Mission California – https://www.youtube.com/c/MissionCalifornia

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Original Broadcast Date: June 17, 2022

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

Additional assistance for this episode by Jamie Levoy and Lisa Goldberg (Angel City FC).

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Episode 204: Danielle Étienne

Women’s World Football Show, Episode 204 – Haiti Women’s National Team Midfielder Danielle Étienne

Everyone loves an underdog! Whether they win or lose, they always inspire us to do our best even when the odds are stacked against us. But what happens when you’re always the underdog? How do you continue to to get back up and go again? On this episode we talk to Haiti WNT midfielder Danielle Étienne about that underdog mentality and what inspires her to continue to work hard, improve her game, and reach that next level!

Plus we’ll take a look at some upcoming Concacaf and FIFA tournaments!

Danielle Étienne
Born into a family of footballers, Dani has taken her legacy and infused her own style and joy into her game. As a senior at the prestigious Fordham University in NYC, the young footballer is ready to take the next step into the pros and inspire a generation along the way.

Dani grew up in the Haiti youth system, playing in the 2018 U20 Women’s Cup, and solidifying her standing in the senior squad, helping the team qualify for the upcoming 2022 Concacaf W Championships. You’ll love hearing from the young, talented footballer as she begins her pro career and takes on USA this summer in the Concacaf tournament. Get ready to be inspired! (10’)

Episode Links:

Follow Danielle Étienne on Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/dani_etienne8/

Follow Danielle at Fordham University Women’s Soccer – https://fordhamsports.com/sports/womens-soccer/roster/danielle-etienne/11901

Visit Étienne Soccer School of Excellence – https://www.etiennesoccer.com/

Follow Étienne Soccer School of Excellence on Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/EtienneSoccerSchool/

Don’t miss Patty’s new YouTube Show Mission California – https://www.youtube.com/c/MissionCalifornia

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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.

Photo Courtesy of Fordham University

Original Broadcast Date: June 12, 2022

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

Additional assistance for this episode by Danielle Étiienne and Scott Kwiatkowski Associate Sports Information Director at Fordham University.

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Episode 202: Amanda Pérez-Murillo, Ana De Souza

Women’s World Football Show, Episode 202 – Amanda Pérez-Murillo, Ana De Souza

On this episode we’re exploring women’s football in the Concacaf regions of Latin America & The Caribbean with guests Club América midfielder Amanda Pérez-Murillo and founder of FutbolAce.com Ana De Souza.

Plus there’s a subplot! Both guests share their experience of stepping outside of their comfort zones on the way to success.

Amanda Pérez-Murillo
The Club América midfielder stops by to share her football journey. What was it like to play in her sister Veronica’s shadow and how did she emerge as her own player? Plus, Amanda gives us insights on how playing in different leagues has helped shape her as a player and as a person. This inspiring young player also gives us an inside look at the popularity of Liga MX Feminil. What makes this league so exciting and why are fans showing up in droves to Aztec Stadium? You do not want to miss this interview! (6’)

Ana De Souza
The founder and owner of FutbolAce.com stops by to give us an update on all things Concacaf. Who is going to win the U20 WWC in Costa Rica? Which teams should we be watching and who are the up and coming players to watch? Ana gives us the answers.

Plus we talk more about the upcoming Concacaf W Championship Qualifications and the Concacaf Finals that serve as qualifiers for the 2023 Women’s World Cup and 2024 Olympics. There’s lots of things happening in women’s football in Concacaf and Ana is here to help navigate us through all the news! (31’)

Episode Links:

Follow Amanda Pérez-Murillo on IG – https://www.instagram.com/amandaapm

Visit ClubAmerica.com – https://www.clubamerica.com.mx/femenil/

Follow Club America on IG – https://www.instagram.com/americafemenil

Visit Futbolace.com – https://www.futbolace.com

Follow Futbol Ace on Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/futbolacemedia

Follow Ana De Souza on:

Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/theanatron

Twitter – https://twitter.com/theanatronfc

Listen to Veronica Pérez on Episode 33 of Women’s World Football Show – https://wwfshow.com/2015/01/11/perez-en-la-casa

Don’t miss Patty’s new YouTube Show Mission California – https://www.youtube.com/c/MissionCalifornia

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Photo Courtesy of Club América Femenil

Original Broadcast Date: April 10, 2022

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

Additional assistance for this episode by Amanda Pérez-Murillo, Damon Wilson, and Ana De Souza.

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Episode 201: Alex Morgan, Ali Riley, Sophia Smith, Emily Fox, Casey Stoney

Women’s World Football Show, Episode 201 – Alex Morgan, Ali Riley, Sophia Smith, Emily Fox

The women’s game is vibing all over the world – and boy do we need it!

Regardless of where you are, you’ve probably been enjoying a women’s soccer tournament. Women’s football is on display in places like the USA, England, Ireland, Spain, Africa, Mexico, Asia – just to name a few.

On this episode, we take a spin around the world to check in on everything from the inaugural Arnold Clark Cup Competition in England to the Concacaf W championships to the Algarve Cup, SheBelieves, and more!

And searching for those good vibes we need so desperately in today’s crazy world. We find them at the USWNT camp with head coach Vlatko Andonovski and young stars Sophia Smith and Emily Fox.

Plus, we sneak into a few California training camps (the perfect place to find those good vibrations!), as we hear from San Diego Wave FC forward Alex Morgan and head coach Casey Stoney. Then we head north to LA to catch up with Angel City defender Ali Riley and head coach Freya Coombe.

Vlatko Andonovski – 11’

Emily Fox – 12’

Sophia Smith – 13’

Freya Coombe – 32’

Ali Riley – 36’

Casey Stoney – 44’

Alex Morgan – 47’

Episode Links:

Concacaf Women’s Championship Qualifications – https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/2022_CONCACAF_W_Championship_qualification

Arnold Clark Cup – https://www.arnoldclarkcup.com/

SheBelievesCup – https://www.ussoccer.com/shebelieves/cup

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

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Original Broadcast Date: February 28, 2022

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

Additional assistance for this episode by Aaron Heifitz at US Soccer, Lisa Goldberg and Amy Chastain at Angel City FC, Noah Gold at San Diego Wave FC.

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Episode 164: Karina LeBlanc

Women’s World Football Show, Episode 164 features an exclusive interview with Concacaf Head of Women’s Football Operations and Canada Soccer Hall of Fame Member Karina LeBlanc; with soundbites from Canada WNT players Christine Sinclair, Stephanie Labbé, Sabrina D’Angelo, Sophie Schmidt, and head coach Kenneth Heiner-Møller.

“Be your own hero. Be the woman you want to see. Be the woman you want to be. Then, you can influence others.” ~ Karina LeBlanc

Karina LeBlanc

As an Olympic medalist, Canada soccer hall of fame member, and head of women’s football operations at Concacaf, Karina LeBlanc has changed the game of women’s soccer by changing the conversation from “What can I do after I retire?” to “What can’t I do and how can I influence the sport?”

Karina takes us on her journey from having a stellar footballing career, accumulating over 18 years of awards and accolades to holding one of the most important positions in women’s football. She also shares her strategies and plans for the future of women’s football in the Concacaf regions, and how she’s impacting the lives of young girls and women all over the world.

This is a smart, insightful, and of course entertaining (It’s KK afterall!) interview that you want to catch and share with your friends! (21’)

Follow Karina on Twitter @karinaleblanc

Visit KarinaLeBlanc.com

Canada Women’s National Team

Throughout this episode, we hear from Canada’s best players talking about the influence of their former teammate, friend and mentor Karina LeBlanc. Soundbites include:

Christine Sinclair (1’)
Stephanie Labbé (15’)
Sophie Schmidt (46’)
Sabrina D’Angelo and Kenneth Heiner-Moller (1:05’)

Episode Links:

Listen to past shows and hear Karina’s influence:

Karina LeBlanc on Episode 86 (Aired: November 20, 2016)

Rhian Wilkinson on Episode 92 (Aired: February 11, 2017)

Sophie Schmidt on Episode 100 (Aired June 10, 2017)

Kadeisha Buchanan on Episode 101 (June 26, 2017)

Desiree Scott on Episode 123 (Aired: June 3, 2018)

Stephanie Labbé on Episode 145 (Aired: May 5, 2019)

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Photos Courtesy of: KarinaLeBlanc.com

Original Broadcast Date: February 16, 2020

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

Additional assistance for this episode by Karina LeBlanc, Melissa Rincon at Concacaf, Vanessa Racine at Canadian Soccer Association

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Episode 163: Jené Baclawski, Phoenetia Browne

Women’s World Football Show, Episode 163 spotlights Saint Kitts and Nevis Women’s National Soccer Team with featured guests Head Coach Jené Baclawski and forward Phoenetia Browne. Plus, a soundbite from Canada striker Christine Sinclair.

Writer and Poet Gabriel Garcia Marquez once said, “Caribbean reality resembles the wildest imagination.”

The arrival of Saint Kitts and Nevis Women’s National Team into the 2020 Concacaf Women’s Olympic Qualifiers is a reality set into motion by a progressive Saint Kitts and Nevis Football Association (SKNFA), a smart and determined coach and team of inspiring local heroes.

In this episode we take a deep dive into the Saint Kitts and Nevis Women’s National Team with exclusive interviews with Head Coach Jené Baclawski and Captain Phoenetia Browne.

Also, a soundbite from Canada WNT forward Christine Sinclair after breaking the record for most all-time international goals across men’s and women’s football.

Jené Baclawski

The high-energy and highly-educated coach from Texas, Jené Baclawski shares stories of her unique path to coaching the Saint Kitts Women’s National Team, her long-term plan for the program, and the importance of their appearance in the 2020 Concacaf Women’s Olympic Qualifiers.

Coach Baclawski also gives us insights into the lives of women footballers in Saint Kitts – from the community to the senior national team; how she plans on changing the culture and mindset of girls playing football; building up national team players to be contenders on the international stage, and more. This is a must listen! (13’)

Follow Jené on Twitter @jbaclawski

Phoenetia Browne

There’s a hero walking among us and her name is Phoenetia Browne!

A prolific goal-scorer and talented ball handler, Phoenetia honed her skills at Columbia University and University of Texas-Austin, and subsequently all over the world playing club soccer in Iceland, Romania, France, and Finland.

The Saint Kitts and Nevis captain and hero of the Caribbean Tournament Olympic Qualifiers, Phoenetia stops by to share insights on her role as leader of the national team, her commitment to growing the game in the region, her impact on getting more girls in Saint Kitts and Nevis to play football, and so much more! (54’)

Follow Phoenetia on Twitter @phophobrowne

Episode Links:

Learn more about 2020 Olympic Women’s Qualifiers happening all over the world via FIFA.com

Follow SKNFA on Facebook and Twitter

Learn more about SKNFA at sknfa.com

Check out Ana De Souza’s podcast Futbol Ace

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Photos Courtesy of: SKNFA Facebook

Love After Love by Derek Walcott:

“Love After Love
The time will come
when, with elation,
You will greet yourself arriving
At your own door, in your own mirror,
And each will smile at the other’s welcome.
And say, sit here, Eat.
You will love again the stranger who was your self.
Give wine. Give bread. Give back your heart
To itself, to the stranger who has loved you…

Feast on your own life.”

Original Broadcast Date: February 02, 2020

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

Additional assistance for this episode by Jené Baclawski, Phoenetia Browne, Ana De Souza, Vanessa Racine at Canadian Soccer Association

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

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Episode 158: Chinyelu Asher, Ana De Souza

Women’s World Football Show, Episode 158 features an exclusive interview with Jamaica Women’s National Team Midfielder Chinyelu Asher; and a special Concacaf report with Ana De Souza.

What’s it like to be the first to do something in your field? To be the first to set a record or achieve something that goes down in the annals of history? One thing we know for sure is, when you’re the first to do something, it opens the doors and creates opportunities for other ‘firsts.’

On Episode 158 of Women’s World Football Show, we examine the Jamaica Women’s National Team, better known as the Reggae Girlz and their historic road to becoming the first Caribbean women’s team to qualify for the Women’s World Cup.

Plus, we take a deep dive into the Concacaf teams, players, leagues, and tournaments heading into the 2020 Concacaf Women’s Olympic Qualifying Championships.

Chinyelu Asher

Jamaica WNT midfielder Chinyelu Asher shares her footballing journey, her outlook on pushing past her comfort zone, and her meditative mindset.

As a member of the 2019 Women’s World Cup Jamaican team, Chinyelu gives us a look into her experiences on the team from qualifying to the team’s recent No Pay, No Play walkout and it’s result. If you’ve always loved Chinyelu as a player, you’ll love her even more as a person and role model after this interview. (14’)

Follow Chinyelu on Twitter @ChinyeluAsher

Ana De Souza

Writer, podcaster, and Concacaf expert Ana De Souza stops by to talk all things Jamaica and Concacaf. What were Ana’s impressions of the Reggae Girlz debut in France? Which teams and players should we be watching in the upcoming Concacaf Women’s Olympic Qualifiers? And who is the third best team in Concacaf today? Ana gives us it to us straight! Plus, a special Pan American Games report and More! (60’)

Follow Ana on Twitter @ana_futbolace

Follow Futbol Ace podcast on Instagram @futolacepodcast

Check out how and where to listen to Fulbol Ace podcast at FutbolAce.com.

Episode Links:

Listen to the Dominique Bond-Flasza interview on Women’s World Football Show, Episode 138.

Support the Reggae Girlz Foundation, visit ReggaeGirlzFoundation.com.

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Original Broadcast Date: November 3, 2019

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

Additional assistance for this episode by Chinyelu Asher, Ana De Souza, Reggae Girlz Foundation, NWSL, and US Soccer.

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

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Episode 143: Adrianna Franch, Leah Williamson

Women’s World Football Show, Episode 143 features exclusive interviews with U.S. WNT goalkeeper Adrianna Franch and England WNT midfielder Leah Williamson; Soundbites from U.S.WNT players Ashlyn Harris, Alex Morgan and Megan Rapinoe; and a look at Jamaica with CONCACAF expert and host of Futbol Ace podcast Ana DeSouza.

Also on the show, special reports on Algarve Cup, Cypress Cup, FFA Cup of Nations, and SheBelieves Cup; NWSL spring training; and an update on of the SSE Women’s FA Cup.

Adrianna Franch – A Women’s World Football Show exclusive interview with Portland Thorns FC and USWNT goalkeeper Adrianna Franch. WWFShow reporter Alana “AJ” Johnson caught up with the keeper at the SheBelieves Cup after Franch made her debut with the team. Franch talks about her first-cap experience, how her Portland teammates are her biggest fans, a secret talent revealed, and more! (9:40′)

Leah Williamson – AJ is back on the case in this exclusive interview with England and Arsenal midfielder Leah Williamson. The young footballer shares her experiences at SheBelieve, the possibility of going to the 2019 FIFA Women’s World Cup, and more! (14:56′)

Soundbites from:
Ashlyn Harris – AJ was in the mix zone with Orlando Pride/USWNT goalkeeper Ashlyn Harris before the Brazil match. The fan-fave shares her thoughts on playing for the USWNT in Florida in front of tons of family and friends, and playing with and against her Pride teammate Marta! (20:52′)
Alex Morgan – The star forward for USWNT talks to the media about the tournament, playing with and against Marta, and more. (25:43’)
Megan Rapinoe – Tough love language from Pinoe as she shares her thoughts on why she feels the team needs to get tougher, be better, and learn from mistakes. (27:36’)

Ana DeSouza – If you love following the Concacaf teams, you’re going to love hearing from Ana DeSouza. As the writer, producer & founder of the Futbol Ace website & podcast, Ana explores all the Concacaf women’s teams, players, and influencers. In this interview, Ana talks primarily about Jamaica, other Concacaf teams we should be watching, and much more. (40:48’)
Follow Ana on Twitter @ana_futbolace

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

Photos/Logos Courtesy of: Portland Thorns FC; Arsenal Women FC
Soundbites from Alex Morgan and Megan Rapinoe courtesy of U.S. Soccer/Wazee Digital.

Original Broadcast Date: March 17, 2019

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

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

Episode 133: Yujie Zhao, Krystyna Freda, Sandra Prusina

Women’s World Football Show, Episode 133, features a special 2018 CONCACAF report with sports Canadian broadcaster Sandra Prusina; Interviews with Florida State University midfielder Yujie Zhao; and Barcelona FA striker Krystyna Freda.

The 2018 Concacaf Women’s Championship has finished up and the tournament was just as predictable as it was surprising. As expected, both USA and Canada punched their ticket to the 2019 FIFA Women’s World Cup in France, placing first and second respectively in the tournament. The surprises were the early elimination of Mexico and Costa Rica. The other surprise was the third place final, which was a battle to the end between Jamaica and Panama. The match ended in Penalty Kicks, resulting in the Reggae Girlz of Jamaica qualifying for the World Cup for the first time in their history.

In this special Concacaf report, Patty and Adam break down group play, dissect the failures of Mexico and Costa Rica, and discuss the parity of the Concacaf nations. Then in a special report with Canadian sports broadcaster and journalist Sandra Prusina comes in to chat about the Concacaf Final. What did the USA do right, what did Canada do wrong, and what can be done about the shoddy refereeing? Plus, Sandra takes a deep dive into the Canada Women’s National Team. What do they need to do to be real contenders in France? How is the team doing with Kenneth Heiner-Møller at the helm? Who are some of the standout players, and more! Ready for a heaping serving of Concacaf with extra Canada on the side? You do not want to miss this special report!
Learn more about the Calgary Inferno broadcast and Sandra Prusina’s new show “Inside the Inferno” on Sportsnet 960!

Krystyna Freda
Cypriot First Division is the top women’s football league in Cyprus and one of the longest-running leagues in women’s football (established in 1998). On this episode, Adam sits down with Golden Boot winner Krystyna Freda of 2018 league winners Barcelona FA, who play out of Germasogeia. As the top scorer in the league, Krystyna is making her mark in Cyprus and gearing up for a new season.

The New Jersey native shares her journey from being a Top Drawer collegiate player at Winthrop University in South Carolina to training in the NWSL, playing in Finland, and now a star in the Cypriot League. If you want to know more about the league in Cyprus, other avenues to play professional soccer, or just catch up with Krystyna, this is the interview you want to hear! (46’)
Connect with Krystyna on Facebook!

Yujie Zhao
While China failed to make it out of the group stage in the 2018 FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup, their standout midfielder Yujie Zhao learned a valuable lesson and made a name for herself on the national level. The exciting young star is now studying and playing soccer at Florida State University and is continuing her rise to the top in women’s football.

Yujie sits down with Patty to give us her thoughts on playing in the NCAA, how the experience is helping her get stronger, and how she’s been able to assimilate so quickly into the unique experience of American collegiate soccer. Plus, we delve into her background, find out what motivated her to play soccer at such a high level, what the future holds, and more. This interview has a surprise ending (never before has this been done on Women’s World Football Show!), so get ready for a Chinese treat!! This is one of our highlight interviews, so pull up a chair and get to know the China star Yujie Zhao! (01:14’)

PLUS…
College Rankings with the Englishman; Upcoming Women’s World Cup qualifiers; England vs. Australia, and MORE!

Photos/Logos Courtesy of: Concacaf, Seminoles.com, Krystyna Freda, Perrons Ford, FSU Athletics

Original Broadcast Date: October 21, 2018

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

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