The Women's Soccer Podcast

Liam Greco

How do the stories on the pitch transcend the ninety minutes we watch? I'm Liam Greco, and each week I sit down with the players, coaches, and voices shaping the NWSL and the international game. Our solo episodes dig into the structural stuff most shows skip: roster decisions, tournament slot allocations, the policy fights behind a headline. Our analysis explains why, not just what happened, in a way that is accessible for every level of women's soccer fandom. Some of our biggest episodes surface stories that haven't gotten the coverage they deserve, the kind that change how you see the game once you know them. If you want women's soccer explained clearly and deeply, not just recapped, this is your show. Our interviews feature guests from the top leagues around the world, including the NWSL, WSL, Frauen-Bundesliga, and more, who also represent their nations on the international stage. We've worked directly with the English and Australian FA's and talked to players from the USWNT, Canada, and other national teams competing for a spot at the 2027 World Cup in Brazil. As the tournament approaches, this is where you'll hear from the players who'll be making it happen, learning their stories before the rest of the world learns their names. On our platform, the analysis of the world's game never stops. We’ll share a new solo episode every Monday, unpacking the biggest storylines in women's soccer with analytical twists, diving deep into angles of the story you haven’t heard before. Every Thursday, we will drop a new interview with the people playing and running the sport to hear behind-the-scenes insights. Tune in each week for sharp breakdowns, honest conversation, and a level of attention to women's soccer that matches what's actually happening in it, covering matches in the way they deserve. Follow along on Instagram (@the_womens_soccer_podcast) and Bluesky (@thewomenssoccerpod.bsky.social). New episodes drop every Monday and Thursday, subscribe to make sure you don't miss any one.

  1. 5d ago

    Amber Tysiak: Scoring International Hat-Tricks, WSL Lessons & Driving Union Berlin's Ambitious Project

    1. FC Union Berlin defender Amber Tysiak sits down to discuss her football journey and orchestrating a backline in the Frauen-Bundesliga. Amber joins the podcast to share insider insights on her high-profile January transfer window move to Berlin, taking her game to the next level, Union Berlin's high-stakes campaign to compete at the absolute peak of German women's soccer, and entering an ambitious club at an unprecedented turning point, becoming a part of the team's climb to the pinnacle of European soccer. She shares what it meant to enter the international environment as a rising star, tracing her journey back to her earliest soccer memories and her senior Red Flames debut against the Netherlands. Given her major tournament experiences representing Belgium at 2 European Championships, she shares how she learned to navigate that elite pressure and the advice she would give to her younger self. Amber also talks about her evolution as a player, reflecting on her initial time in the Belgian domestic league with OH Leuven, navigating the tactical hurdles of razor-thin second-place finishes, before unlocking her potential in the English WSL with West Ham United, and now thriving in Germany in front of Union Berlin's jaw-dropping, record-breaking crowds of over 17,000 supporters. She takes us into the locker room to discuss the delicate balance of adjusting to the unique physical demands of the Frauen-Bundesliga and how a highly anticipated club reunion with international teammate Hannah Eurlings directly impacts her squad's on-field cohesion and defensive chemistry. Amber shares why the Union Berlin long-term project was the perfect step for her career, with the club heavily investing into world-class infrastructure, the exact mindset required to serve as a focal point in the squad, and the profound pieces of wisdom that altered how she views the game, including how a defender channels the confidence of scoring an international hat-trick on the world stage. She walks us through her 50-cap milestone with the Red Flames, detailing the evolution of her leadership role on the backline and the legacy she aims to leave behind for country and club alike. Lastly, she shares what excites her about the upcoming international playoffs and World Cup qualifiers, her short and long term goals for her personal soccer vision board, and so much more! Thank you all for listening! Remember to follow us wherever you get your podcasts, on Instagram (@the_womens_soccer_podcast) and Bluesky (@thewomenssoccerpod.bsky.social). In addition, leave a 5-star review and tell all your friends about our show!

    Amber Tysiak: Scoring International Hat-Tricks, WSL Lessons & Driving Union Berlin's Ambitious Project
  2. Sep 28

    Noelle Bond-Flasza: From Cal Captain to Playing All But 3 Minutes in Her Rookie Season with Linköping FC

    Linköping FC midfielder Noelle Bond-Flasza sits down to discuss her path to Sweden and orchestrating the rebuild of Linköping FC in the Elitettan. Tenacious midfield engine and technical dynamo Noelle Bond-Flasza joins the podcast to share insider insights on her first professional contract, taking her game to the next level, Linköping's high-stakes race to return back to the top-flight of Swedish women's soccer, and entering a historic club at a unique turning point, becoming a part of the team's climb back to the pinnacle of European soccer. She shares what it meant to get an abrupt introduction to the international stage via a late invitation to the Jamaica U-20 National Team, training in a high-intensity environment before returning to campus. Given her historic final season as captain for the California Golden Bears, she shares how she learned to navigate elite pressure, conquer long-term injury setbacks, and the resilience advice she would give to her younger self. Noelle also talks about her evolution as a player, reflecting on her initial trial stint with the Utah Royals before completely unlocking her professional potential in Sweden, where she has been a model of world-class consistency, starting every single match and playing a staggering 90 minutes night in and night out. She takes us into the locker room to discuss the delicate balance of adjusting to the structural and physical defensive discipline of European club football, navigating the club searching process with a level head, and how her household's historic family soccer legacy, including her sister Dominique’s legendary World Cup-qualifying penalty shootout goal for the Reggae Girlz. directly impacts her own senior international ambitions. Noelle shares why the Linköping FC project was the perfect step for her current career phase, the exact mindset required to thrive under lofty first-place-or-failure fan expectations, and the profound lessons of mental fortitude that altered how she views the game after transitioning from the collegiate ranks to Europe. Lastly, she shares what excites her about her first professional appearance and full 90-minute debut victory, what she believes it will take for the squad to achieve its modern goals while establishing the standard that their ceiling should be their floor, her short and long term goals for her career vision board, and so much more! This is the third part of our three-part series in collaboration with Linköping FC! Listen to part one with Linköping + Swedish international legend Jonna Andersson and Linköping FC's former head coach Charlie Mitchell here!

    Noelle Bond-Flasza: From Cal Captain to Playing All But 3 Minutes in Her Rookie Season with Linköping FC
  3. Sep 24

    Avery Patterson on USWNT vs Spain, Road to the World Cup & Houston's NWSL Playoff Push

    Houston Dash wingback and rising USWNT star Avery Patterson sits down to discuss the USWNT's upcoming fixtures (+ the 2027 Women's World Cup in Brazil), her long-term future in Houston and orchestrating the tactical rebuild of the Dash in the NWSL. Avery Patterson joins the podcast to share insider insights on her contract extension through 2028, taking her game to the next level, the Dash's high-stakes playoff race, and becoming a part of the team's climb to the pinnacle of women's soccer. She shares what it meant to enter the sport as a young girl watching the national team from the stands, tracing her journey back to her earliest soccer memories filled with family chaos, food-based performance incentives, and a ball at her feet. She shares how she learned to navigate pressure at UNC and the retrospective advice she would give to her younger self. Avery shares why the Houston Dash project was the perfect step for her current career phase, the exact mindset required to serve as a designated squad centerpiece after the front office made a massive statement of belief in her leadership, and the profound pieces of coaching advice that altered how she views the game, including why pressure is a privilege and why failing at the highest level is an honor. She walks us through her chaotic first national team camp, detailing what was going through her head while stuck in an elevator for an hour and a half with Becky Sauerbrunn and Alana Cook, and later dealing with a black eye that medical staff feared would require emergency surgery. Avery also talks about her evolution as a player, reflecting on her initial transition to the pros before unlocking her potential as an active playmaker, where she has been in spectacular personal form logging crucial back-to-back assists against North Carolina and Chicago. Lastly, she shares what excites her about upcoming fixtures against reigning World Champions Spain, what it will take for the squad to achieve its goals while establishing the standard that their ceiling should be their floor, her short and long term goals for her personal soccer vision board of trophies, family, and travel, and so much more! Thank you all for listening! Remember to follow us wherever you get your podcasts, on Instagram (@the_womens_soccer_podcast) and Bluesky (@thewomenssoccerpod.bsky.social). In addition, leave a 5-star review and tell all your friends about our show!

    Avery Patterson on USWNT vs Spain, Road to the World Cup & Houston's NWSL Playoff Push
  4. Sep 22

    NWSL Matchday 22 Breakdown in The Postseason Push: Gotham FC Clinches, Denver Ascends & More!

    How do NWSL clubs navigate the push for the postseason under the pressure of a shifting playoff line? How can we connect tactical adjustments to this weekend's results on the pitch? In this episode, LDG breaks down NWSL Matchday 22, analyzing a weekend that delivered eight matches and 25 goals. He explores how top contenders are finding ways to win close matches when it matters most, contrasted against teams whose postseason ambitions mathematically evaporated. The discussion begins with the mathup in Cary, North Carolina, where Gotham FC officially punched its playoff ticket with a 2–1 road victory over the North Carolina Courage. LDG unpacks the brilliance of forward Jordynn Dudley, who led the attack with her first career NWSL brace, including the stoppage-time winner. He pulls back the curtain on the game's major VAR decisions, analyzing the close margins that saw two potential Courage goals disallowed for offside before Natalia Staude’s equalizer. LDG examines the battles at the top of the table as Gotham FC extended its lead while the expansion side Denver Summit FC caught up ground on the Kansas City Current as the Summit won and Current lost. He transitions to the West Coast, breaking down how Angel City FC surged into sixth place to command their own destiny, directly contrasted with the struggles of the Chicago Stars FC, whose 3–0 loss to the Washington Spirit mathematically ended their playoff hopes. Finally, LDG highlights a massive clash of titans, detailing Portland Thorns FC's definitive 4–1 away win over the Orlando Pride. He rounds out the weekend with a comprehensive matchday roundup, dissecting the structural frameworks of the fixtures and delivering post-match insights from coaches and players across the league. From broader playoff picture analysis to detailed analysis on this fixture, this comprehensive episode's got it all. Thank you all for listening! Remember to follow us wherever you get your podcasts, on Instagram (@the_womens_soccer_podcast) and Bluesky (@thewomenssoccerpod.bsky.social). In addition, leave a 5-star review and tell all your friends about our show!

    NWSL Matchday 22 Breakdown in The Postseason Push: Gotham FC Clinches, Denver Ascends & More!
  5. Sep 17

    Returning to Germany: Antonia Baaß on Leading SGS Essen’s Promotion Battle

    SGS Essen midfielder Antonia Baaß sits down to discuss her path back to Germany and orchestrating the rebuild of SGS Essen in the Frauen Bundesliga 2. Creative midfield engine and technical dynamo Antonia Baaß joins the podcast to share insider insights on her highly anticipated return to SGS Essen, taking her game to the next level, SGS's Essen's promotion race to return back to the top-flight of German women's football and returning to a club she left that is now in a different division, becoming a part of the team's climb back to the pinnacle of women's soccer. She shares what it meant to enter the international environment at just 15 years old, playing alongside the rising prospects of European football in the 2016 UEFA Development Tournament, where she starred in victories over Scotland and France. Given the stages of those matches, she shared how she learned how to navigate that pressure and having gone through those experiences, the advice she would give to younger self. Antonia also talks about her evolution as a player, reflecting on her initial 50-appearance stint with Essen before completely unlocking her potential at FC Basel, where she racked up an incredible 8 goals and 17 assists across 67 matches. She takes us into the locker room to discuss the delicate balance of pursuing a demanding Sport Science degree alongside her professional schedule, shifting between international leagues, and how her classroom knowledge directly impacts her personal approach to training, tactical thinking, and recovery. Antonia shares why the SGS Essen rebuild project was the perfect step for her current career phase, the exact mindset required to serve as a designated squad centerpiece after returning to a familiar club, and the profound pieces of coaching advice that altered how she views the game. Lastly, she shares what excites her about sporting director Daniel Kraus's ambitious vision for the future, what she believes it will take for the squad to achieve its modern goals, her long and short term goals for her soccer vision board, and so much more! Thank you all for listening! Remember to follow us wherever you get your podcasts, on Instagram (@the_womens_soccer_podcast) and Bluesky (@thewomenssoccerpod.bsky.social). In addition, leave a 5-star review and tell all your friends about our show!

    Returning to Germany: Antonia Baaß on Leading SGS Essen’s Promotion Battle
  6. Sep 15

    The Handcuffs of NWSL's Restrictive Roster Rules: Banda's HIP Re-Signing, Cat Macario SEI, Fabrice Gautrat Out From Houston, NWSL Matchday 21 Comprehensive Breakdown & more!

    How do NWSL clubs remain competitive in the global transfer market despite strict financial restrictions? How can we connect the transfers/transactions we saw at the end of the window to this weekend's results on the pitch? In this episode, LDG examines the systemic issues animating the league's salary cap architecture, a framework forcing front offices to build rosters like a puzzle to survive against the unconstrained spending of Europe, and how it connects to the results we see on the pitch. He explores whether a league with the wealthiest ownership groups in women's sports can achieve global dominance while its administrative rules actively hold ambitious investors back. The discussion begins with the profound paradox playing out in the capital, where Washington Spirit owner Michele Kang deployed millions to secure stars like Claudia Martínez and Clara Luvanga. LDG breaks down how the rigid Net Transfer Threshold penalizes this economic ambition, triggering active reductions to a club's salary cap for non-compliance. He directly contrasts the American system with the European model, comparing the NWSL's manufactured middle class against the uncapped spending power of UEFA giants like Lyon, Barcelona, and Chelsea. He walks through the Washington Spirit’s use of staggered annual installments, explains the loan mechanism utilized by San Diego Wave FC to acquire elite talent, and dissects the internal asset inflation that saw the Utah Royals drop historic transaction funds for forward Jameese Joseph. He also dives into the breaking intra-league transfer of rookie forward Gianna Paul from the Kansas City Current to the North Carolina Courage, analyzing the distinct rationale behind the move for both organizations. Shifting from player management to leadership instability, LDG addresses the breaking news out of Texas, where the Houston Dash fired head coach Fabrice Gautrat and technical director Twila Kilgore. From there, he transitions into a comprehensive matchday roundup across a massive weekend of action, breaking down the fixtures results and tactics, with some insights from coaches and players on Gotham, Washington Spirit, San Diego + Chicago included! Thank you all for listening! Remember to follow us wherever you get your podcasts, on Instagram (@the_womens_soccer_podcast) and Bluesky (@thewomenssoccerpod.bsky.social). In addition, leave a 5-star review and tell all your friends about our show!

    The Handcuffs of NWSL's Restrictive Roster Rules: Banda's HIP Re-Signing, Cat Macario SEI, Fabrice Gautrat Out From Houston, NWSL Matchday 21 Comprehensive Breakdown & more!
  7. Sep 10

    Lexi Missimo & Rush Olsen on Raising Her Game, USL Super League Pivot & Marseille Loan Move

    Olympique de Marseille midfielder Lexi Missimo and Mint Farm Films producer Rush Olsen sit down to discuss the global launch of their docuseries Raising Her Game and the latest updates in their careers! Lexi shares her earliest soccer memories and how she learned to channel that pressure of being the country's number one collegiate recruit into stardom, becoming the University of Texas' all-time leader in goals, assists, and points. Rush dives into what drew his team at Mint Farm Films to producing this project and the complex process of balancing access and trust with a subject with the directorial responsibility to capture the difficult, less flattering realities of a high-stakes campaign. Lexi also talks about her history with the UTexas program, the decision-making process behind doubling down on her collegiate commitment over lucrative European professional offers from Manchester City and Arsenal out of high school, and how her training stint under Emma Hayes at Chelsea enhanced her game/prepared her for the professional ranks. Lexi also pulls back the curtain on the mental toll of a grueling nine-month injury recovery during her rookie campaign, sharing why she deviated from the traditional NWSL path to sign for Dallas Trinity FC and why her recent loan move to Les Marseillaises in France was an intriguing endeavor. Rush takes us behind the scenes to share how directors must adapt when they do not have total control of an unfolding storyline and how he decides what critical behind-the-scenes material that gets left out of a final cut to protect the player's core story. Lexi and Rush talk about the experience of visiting the National Soccer Hall of Fame to learn the history of the sport, exploring the legacy of Title IX and the local battles fought for female athletic equity decades ago, and the importance of players today learning about the history of the women's game. Lastly, they share what excites them about the future of the sport, what Lexi would include on her personal short-term and long-term soccer vision board, and so much more! Stream the documentary for free on Tubi across the United States, UK, Canada, and Mexico. Website: RHGmovie.com Instagram: @raisinghergame1 TikTok: @raisinghergame Thank you all for listening! Remember to follow us wherever you get your podcasts, on Instagram (@the_womens_soccer_podcast) and Bluesky (@thewomenssoccerpod.bsky.social). In addition, leave a 5-star review and tell all your friends about our show!

    Lexi Missimo & Rush Olsen on Raising Her Game, USL Super League Pivot & Marseille Loan Move
  8. Sep 3

    Kaylee Hunter: From The NSL To The International Stage

    AFC Toronto and Canadian National Team forward Kaylee Hunter sits down to discuss life in the Northern Super League! The clinical attacker and rising star joins the podcast, in a special episode being released just days before Team Canada and her first match at the U-20 Women's World Cup, to share insider insights on AFC Toronto's 2026 season and the Canadian National Team ahead of the upcoming World Cup qualifiers. She shares what it meant to earn her first senior international cap, her experience debuting against Argentina at the SheBelieves Cup, what representing that badge meant to her personally, and how those milestones shape her perspective as she guides Canada into the 2027 cycle. Kaylee also talks about her iconic 2025 rookie season where she garnered league-wide recognition after scoring 14 remarkable goals and placed second in the Northern Super League golden boot race! She takes us into the attacker's mindset behind her personal "bad day, go play soccer" mantra, the role of compartmentalizing pressure as a teenager thrust into a core role at a brand-new club, and the unique attributes that make an elite forward so devastating on the pitch. Kaylee shares why the Northern Super League project and making the move to AFC Toronto for her first professional club was appealing to her, how the chance to help set a historic club culture factored into her decision, and how she evaluated her future options before inking a massive new contract extension through 2027 with a 2028 club option. Lastly, she shares how she reflects on the high-pressure 2025 NSL final against Vancouver Rise, her advice to her younger self on handling outside noise, what it means to have the opportunity to play professional club football and begin her professional career at home in Canada after years of players advocating for a league the NSL, her vision board for her short and long-term career goals, and so much more! This is the second part of our three-part series in collaboration with AFC Toronto! Listen to part one with AFC + Nigerian international forward Esther Okoronkwo here and part two with AFC + Canadian international goalkeeper Sabrina D'Angelo here. Thank you all for listening! Remember to follow us wherever you get your podcasts, on Instagram (@the_womens_soccer_podcast) and Bluesky (@thewomenssoccerpod.bsky.social). In addition, leave a 5-star review and tell all your friends about our show!

    Kaylee Hunter: From The NSL To The International Stage
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About

How do the stories on the pitch transcend the ninety minutes we watch? I'm Liam Greco, and each week I sit down with the players, coaches, and voices shaping the NWSL and the international game. Our solo episodes dig into the structural stuff most shows skip: roster decisions, tournament slot allocations, the policy fights behind a headline. Our analysis explains why, not just what happened, in a way that is accessible for every level of women's soccer fandom. Some of our biggest episodes surface stories that haven't gotten the coverage they deserve, the kind that change how you see the game once you know them. If you want women's soccer explained clearly and deeply, not just recapped, this is your show. Our interviews feature guests from the top leagues around the world, including the NWSL, WSL, Frauen-Bundesliga, and more, who also represent their nations on the international stage. We've worked directly with the English and Australian FA's and talked to players from the USWNT, Canada, and other national teams competing for a spot at the 2027 World Cup in Brazil. As the tournament approaches, this is where you'll hear from the players who'll be making it happen, learning their stories before the rest of the world learns their names. On our platform, the analysis of the world's game never stops. We’ll share a new solo episode every Monday, unpacking the biggest storylines in women's soccer with analytical twists, diving deep into angles of the story you haven’t heard before. Every Thursday, we will drop a new interview with the people playing and running the sport to hear behind-the-scenes insights. Tune in each week for sharp breakdowns, honest conversation, and a level of attention to women's soccer that matches what's actually happening in it, covering matches in the way they deserve. Follow along on Instagram (@the_womens_soccer_podcast) and Bluesky (@thewomenssoccerpod.bsky.social). New episodes drop every Monday and Thursday, subscribe to make sure you don't miss any one.

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