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Episode 89: Ella Masar

Women’s World Football Show, Episode 89 features an exclusive interview with FC Rosengård midfielder Ella Masar; Plus, women’s soccer bloggers Karen Valenzuela, Sophie Downey, and RJ Allen.

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.

We couldn’t chat with Ella without asking about the health and progress of her wife and teammate Erin McLeod! Ella shares this and more interesting tidbits about her life off the pitch. There are a few surprises (and prizes!) involved in this interview! But of course you’ll have to listen to find out!! (6:29)
Follow Ella on Twitter @emasar3
Check out Ella’s personal website – EllaMasar.me

Looking Back & Forward!
We’re looking back on our favorite clubs, leagues and events of 2016. To help us do that, WWFShow welcomes a few of our friends and contributors – Karen Valenzuela of Woso of the Post, Sophie Downey of Girls on the Ball, and RJ Allen of Backline Soccer. Let’s go!…

U.S. Women’s National Team
It was an interesting year for the USWNT. Their many successes were unfortunately overshadowed by a disappointing Olympic performance in Rio. Karen gives us the highlights, lowlights, best player, what to look forward to in 2017, and more. Plus a spirited discussion on Jill Ellis, Hope Solo and Megan Rapinoe! Get out the dramamine because (like USA’s year), it’s a roller coaster of a ride!
Follow Karen on Twitter @VictoriaNoir89
Watch Off The Post on YouTube!

FAWSL and England
There’s only one source we go to when we’re talking all-things England, and 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.
Follow on Twitter @GirlsontheBall
Check out their fun and informative website at girlsontheball.com

NWSL
Its a league of intrigue and never-ending drama! So, it’s only fair we put the National Women’s Soccer League under the microscope. RJ is here to recap the season that saw great progress and at the same time, cringe-worthy moments (remember the baseball field fiasco in Western New York?). But despite the let-downs of the league, there were plenty up-sides including the emergence of great players, coaches and of course dream endings.
Follow on Twitter @backlinesoccer
Visit the website that asks, “Do you even woso?”

Plus…
WWFShow delivers their “Best Of” from 2016. As you would expect from a staff of worldwide correspondents, it’s a diversified list. Big thanks to Jana Lange (Germany), Cheryl Downes (Australia), Alana “AJ” Johnson (USA – 1 vote AJ??), Pamela Del Olmo (Mexico), Kaitlyn “Jonesy” Jones (USA), Sarah “The Cowgirl” Hallett (USA, aka Patty’s Barry the Beaver) and Barry the Beaver himself (Canada – can you guess what his list looks like, eh?).

Also…
Patty and Adam share their favorite interviews of the year, favorite moments and they reach their quota for most sound effects in one show! Oh never mind…

Fade Out Music by R.E.M.

Original Broadcast Date: December 31, 2016

Photo credits courtesy of: EllaMasar; FC Rosengard; Petter Arvidson

Episode 69: Ella Masar, Christina Burkenroad, Ashlyn Harris, Alex Scott

Women’s World Football Show, Episode 69 features exclusive interviews with Ella Masar-McLeod, Christina Burkenroad, Ashlyn Harris, Alex Scott, Josephine Henning, Jodie Taylor, and John Herdman.

Women’s World Football Show presents an exclusive interview with ever-inspiring Ella Masar-McLeod. Ella updates us on her latest move to FC Rosengård in Sweden. It’s been an interesting journey for the fan-favorite footballer – from her short stint playing in France to her NWSL playing days, Ella brings to light some of the more interesting experiences in her career. Off the pitch, the journey has been no less interesting, as she discusses everything from her marriage to Canada National Team goalkeeper Erin McLeod to becoming a Canadian citizen.

Ella also discusses her eloquently-penned blog post, which sparked a conversation that was way overdue and showed why love is stronger than hate. Ella lives her truth, and for that she has become a role model on and off the pitch.
Read Ella’s inspirational blog.

2016 SHEBELIEVES CUP
A recap of the inaugural tournament. We take a look at the final tallies and takeaways. Plus exclusive interviews with Alex Scott (England), Jodie Taylor (England), Josephine Henning (Germany) and Ashlyn Harris (USA).

Christina Burkenroad
Adding to this show’s “inspirational” theme, we welcome Orlando Pride college draft pick, Christina Burkenroad. The talented young striker discusses her heartbreaking past that at one time left her homeless. Christina shows us that through faith and positivity, we can find the courage to not only succeed, but to conquer. One of the most inspiring stories in football today, Burkenroad is a reminder that soccer is more than just a game, its a state of mind.

Women’s FA Cup
It’s getting down to the wire for the coveted cup and Adam gives a full report on the FA Cup fifth round. Our jolly ol’ chap was at Keepmoat Stadium as Chelsea Ladies took on Doncaster Rovers Belles and chats with Chelsea manager Emma Hayes and newly signed striker Karen Carney. Also, Adam gets the Rovers take from manager Glen Harris and goalkeeper Nicola Hobbs.

NWSL Previews, Part 3
The 2016 NWSL season kicks off on April 16 and we’re bringing in expert pundits to help preview two teams per episode leading up to the start of the season!

Sky Blue FC
Double G Sports contributor Lilly Kashishian is back to give us the low-down on Sky Blue FC! Who did they lose? Who did they pick up? and how much weighs on Raquel Rodriguez? It’s all here.
Follow Lilly on Twitter @Lillykashishian.
Check out Double G Sports.

Washington Spirit
Washington D.C. sports writer Andy Arnold gives us his take on this new-look Spirit team. From the new-old manager to last year’s MVP, Crystal Dunn. Andy breaks down the team with brutal honesty!
Check out Andy on Examiner.com and read his blog LadiesBallToo.

Plus…
Canada Head Coach John Herdman discusses his team’s Algarve Cup win; Cyprus recap; American Idol update and more!

Fade Out Music by Rascal Flatts

Original Broadcast Date: March 20, 2016

Episode 55: Lisa Evans

Women’s World Football Show, Episode 55 features an exclusive interview with Scotland striker Lisa Evans; Soundbites from NWSL stars Christen Press, Ella Masar, Meghan Klingenberg and Morgan Brian; a Frauen-Bundesliga report with German sportswriter Jana Lange; Steel City FC Coaches Betsy Warren and Anita Rodriguez, and players Laura Saussol and Amy Vinopal.

Women’s World Football Show welcomes Scotland national team forward Lisa Evans. From her days in the Scottish Women’s Premier League to the German Frauen-Bundesliga, Lisa has traveled a long and winding road through women’s football success and she takes us along every twist and turn.

As a youngster, Lisa left her home playing for Glasgow City to travel to Germany to play for Turbine Potsdam. The affable young star tells us how she learned to adjust to a new culture and a new language.

Lisa also gives us the scoop on her recent 3-year contract with Turbine’s rival, FC Bayern Munich. And Adam gets her to tell us who she considers the best player she’s ever played against. You’ll be surprised at that one. If you love Scotland, Germany and women’s soccer (and we know you do) – You’ll love Lisa’s story!

Frauen-Bundesliga Preview, Part 2
In this second part of our two-part series on the 2015 Frauen-Bundesliga season, Adam and our German correspondent Jana Lange discuss the German league’s Top 4 teams – FFC Turbine Potsdam, FFC Frankfurt, FC Bayern Munich and VfL Wolfsburg. Adam and Jana go over the rosters, recent transfers, injuries and each teams’ chances on winning the crown. You can’t follow the league until you listen to this preview show. It will sure to have you singing Ein Prosit and cheering “Wunderbar!”

NWSL
The 2015 NWSL season has wrapped up and our very own AJ “Postgame Gator” Johnson was at Chicago Red Stars vs. Houston Dash match for the last game of the regular season. And as usual, AJ came back with a slew of first-rate soundbites from Chicago’s Christen Press and Houston’s Ella Masar, Meghan Klingenberg and Morgan Brian.

Don’t blame us for these pictures.

Steel City FC
On his recent trip to the States, our “Man on the Go” Adam (and “Beaver on the Go”) traveled to Pittsburgh to visit WPSL debutantes Steel City FC. We hear how the team is progressing and strides for the future from Coaches Betsy Warren and Anita Rodriguez, All-Star goalkeeper Laura Saussol, and star striker Amy Vinopal.

Plus…
FAWSL 1&2 updates, NWSL semifinals preview, 2015 All-Africa Games info, NCAA rankings and More!

Fade Out Music by Sleater-Kinney.

Original Broadcast Date: September 6, 2015