Episode 132: Amy Sayer, Amber Stobbs, Phil Neville

Women’s World Football Show, Episode 132: Features interviews with Australia Women’s National Team striker Amy Sayer, Charlton W.F.C. midfielder Amber Stobbs, and soundbites from England Women’s National Team Manager Phil Neville.

There are tons of rising stars in women’s soccer today, but none as young and exciting as Australia Women’s National Team striker Amy Sayer. Adam sits down with the 16-year old to learn about what it takes to play at the highest level while still in high school.

Making her debut for the senior squad at 2018 Tournament of Nations, Sayer is realizing her dream of playing for the senior squad and preparing for her new team Sydney FC in the Westfield W-League. What are the challenges of a teenager playing among her heroes? What does it feel like to get that initial call up? and what does the future hold for the young star? Amy is here to share all this and more! (25:38′)

Amber Stobbs
Charlton Athletic W.F.C. is getting great results in the FA Women’s Championship this season and one big reason is the addition of midfielder Amber Stobbs. The former Washington Spirit Reserves player visits with Patty to talk about her career, her college days at Hofstra University and her new project – Equal Focus Football.

The 25-year old shares her passion for helping to give young girls an equal opportunity to play football. Amber takes us through her journey as a collegiate player, pro player and female football advocate. It’s an awesome story and one you’ll want to share with everyone you know! (57′)
Learn more about Equal Focus Football online and follow them on Twitter @EQFootball
Get in touch with Amber on Twitter @akstobbs

England vs. Brazil
Adam was on hand to cover England’s 1-0 defeat of Brazil at Meadow Lane in Nottinghamshire. Listen to the full report on the match, Fran Kirby’s winning goal, the impressive play of Nikita Parris, and more! Plus we hear from the Gaffer himself – Phil Neville! (7′)

PLUS…
All the latest from 2018 CONCACAF Women’s Championship; World Cup Qualifiers; the problem with Marta and MORE!

Photos Courtesy of: CAFC.co.uk; CanberraUnited.com; Matildas.FootballAustralia.com.au

Original Broadcast Date: October 7, 2018

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Episode 127: Chloe Logarzo, Rhiannon Roberts, Toni Duggan, Dyanne Anderson, Dido Tshimanga

Women’s World Football Show, Episode 127: Features exclusive interviews with Australia Women’s National Team midfielder Chloe Logarzo; Liverpool FC Women defender Rhiannon Roberts; FC Barcelona Femení forward Toni Duggan, SoCal FC forward Dyanne Anderson and Head Coach Dido Tshimanga.

If you have been paying attention to the Australia Women’s National Team, you know the name of Chloe Logarzo. Not just because of her explosive talent but because of her interesting journey on and off the pitch. The 23-year old sits down with Patty to discuss her life and lessons learned along the way. Chloe shares the secret of the Matildas’ success, what the team learned from a struggling qualifying campaign, and why defending their Tournament of Nations crown means so much.

In this candid interview, Chloe discusses a time in her life when she turned her back on football and the road that lead back to the game she loved since childhood. Now, determined to become the “ultimate footballer,” Chloe is quickly becoming a force to be reckoned with. Don’t miss this insightful, inspiring, and entertaining interview with one of the brightest stars on the Australia team! (16:13′)
For more of Chloe, read Patty’s article in TheWomensGame.com!

Rhiannon “Razza” Roberts
After a few high-profile departures in the off-season, Liverpool FC Women are rebuilding and one of the big signings came by way of Wales defender Rhiannon “Razza” Roberts. Adam sits down with the former Doncaster Belles player to talk about her new club, her preseason experiences, and a look at the upcoming FA Women’s Premier League season.

The Welsh defender also discusses the oh-so-important Women’s World Cup Qualifier against England. What impact will this match have on the team and the country? Razza gives us the unique view of a player’s perspective. Don’t miss this interesting and enlightening interview with one of the more amicable personalities in women’s football today. (40′)

FC Barcelona Femení vs SoCal FC
The Spanish side recently traveled to Southern California where they met up in a friendly against WPSL side SoCal FC and WWFShow was there to catch the action! Listen in as we go over the highlights and discuss this highly unusual pairing. We catch up with SoCal FC forward Dyanne Anderson and Head Coach Dido Tshimanga to asses the match and lessons learned as individuals and as a team. Plus we catch up with Barcelona and England WNT forward Toni Duggan!

Plus…
Tournament of Nations Musings; Update on FAWSL (or whatever they’re calling it); Weird stuff going on in the NWSL (again); FIFA Best List is out & no complaints?? It’s all here and MORE!

Oh and..
How many times do we mention Cheryl Downes? Just let us know via Twitter or Facebook and you could win a WWFShow fan pack! (it’s really cool).

Photos Courtesy of: Emily Mogic; Sydney FC; Ailura; FC Barcelona.cat; Liverpool Ladies FC

Original Broadcast Date: July 29, 2018

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Episode 124: Press, Rapinoe, Morgan, Ellis, Latsko, Gunn

Women’s World Football Show, Episode 124: Features interviews from U.S. Women’s National Team players Christen Press, Megan Rapinoe, Alex Morgan, and Head Coach Jill Ellis; Houston Dash forward Veronica Latsko; and Canterbury United Pride Head Coach Alana Gunn.

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U.S. Women’s National Team recently faced China in two international friendlies and WWFShow was at the first match in Sandy, Utah. Patty catches up with striker Christen Press (before the big trade of course) and asks her thoughts on coming back with the national team, her recent experience in Sweden playing for Göteborg FC, World Cup musings and more! (6:19′)

We also explore the exceptional play of USA attacking midfielder Megan Rapinoe! Starting with soundbites from Jill Ellis (16:32) and Alex Morgan (17:29′) giving their expert assessment of Pinoe. Finally, we hear from the popular player herself in two interviews (pre-game and post-game)! Listen as Pinoe shares her secrets of success, how she changed her diet and fitness program after her recent ACL injury, and does she think she’s playing the best football of her career? Pinoe gives us the truth and nothing but the truth! Plus… just what does wearing the rainbow numbers on the back of her jersey mean to her? It’s all Pinoe and it’s all here! (18:33)

Head Coach Jill Ellis takes on the media in a mix zone conference. Listen in as Jill talks about everything from playing China to not playing Jaelene Hinkle and more! (12:12′)

Veronica Latsko
There’s no one single path to playing professional soccer and the journey is different for everyone. In this exclusive interview, Adam sits down with Houston Dash striker Veronica Latsko to talk about her soccer journey and the new heights she’s reaching in the National Women’s Soccer League (NWSL). The University of Virginia standout had to wait until the third round and the 28th pick of the 2018 NWSL College Draft before she found out she would be playing for Vera Pauw’s Dash.

In this highly spirited conversation, Veronica gives us a glimpse into the draft-day experience, comparisons to the college game, and her quick rise to stardom in Houston. Plus, the Pittsburgh native talks about the growth of women’s soccer in her hometown, the fast pace of the pro leagues, and some of her toughest competitors. There’s no better time to get to know this rising star than right now and right here on WWFShow! (40:30)

Alana Gunn
The new Head Coach of Canterbury United Pride in the National Women’s League, Alana Gunn sits down with WWFShow New Zealand correspondent Helena Wiseman. Taking over the role as the league expands to two rounds this season, Alana looks forward to the new challenge before her. Listen in as Alana talks about the advantage of playing against boys teams, the importance of women coaches in the game, and the challenge of preparing the next generation of Football Ferns. If you’re new to the football scene in New Zealand, or just want an update on women’s soccer in NZ, this is the interview you need to listen in on! (01:14′). Learn more about Mainland Football Federation at MainlandFootball.com
Follow Helena Wisman on Twitter @HelenaWisman

Plus…

We look at the new FA Women’s Super League with trade and transfer news from Liverpool Ladies FC, Manchester City Women, Chelsea Women, and more!
A deep dive look into recent international friendlies and Women’s World Cup Qualifiers
U-17 CONCACAF Championships update
And what was New Zealand Head Coach Andreas Heraf thinking?
All this and MORE!

Photos Courtesy of: U.S. Soccer/Wazee digital; Patricia La Bella; ussoccer.com; HoustonDynamo.com; CoachinginChristchurch;

Original Broadcast Date: June 17, 2018

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