The Rise of Women's Football

Women's Football Media UG

Engaging conversations with global leaders from women’s football, business and media who are shaping the future of the industry. They share insights and expertise about their business strategies, challenges they have to face and the future development of football. This way, viewers and listeners will get a deeper understanding of how associations and clubs navigate through their day-to-day business.

  1. 12/02/2025

    How Adidas Stays Ahead: A Deep-Dive with Francesca Sullivan

    In this episode, we talk with Francesca Sullivan, Global Head of Women’s Football Player Management & Strategy at Adidas. She shares her journey from professional player to one of the most influential leaders in the women’s game.We discuss:• The rapid growth of women’s football• Adidas’ global strategy & player partnerships• Insights from the UEFA Women’s EURO 2025• The launch of the F50 Sparkfusion — Adidas’ first women-specific boot• Career advice for women entering the sports industryIf you’re interested in sports business, player recruitment, women’s football development, or Adidas’ role in shaping the game, this episode is a must-watch.👉 Don’t forget to like, subscribe & share!

    45 min

  2. 11/03/2025

    Joe Montemurro on Winning Mindsets, Women’s Football & Coaching the Best

    Joe Montemurro on Coaching Arsenal, Juventus & The MatildasA tactical and leadership dive with one of the most influential managers in women’s football.Join us for 20 minutes with Joe Montemurro, current head coach of the Australian Women’s National Team and former manager of Arsenal Women, Juventus Women, and Olympique Lyonnais Féminin — a coach recognized globally for tactical innovation, cultural leadership, and advancing the women’s game. 20min with Joe MontemurroIn this exclusive interview, Joe opens up about:⚽ His coaching philosophy, values & mentors🔥 Creative possession football at Arsenal🇮🇹 Building a winning mentality at Juventus Women🇫🇷 Leading world-class talents at Lyon💚 Blending European influences into the Matildas’ culture🌍 The global growth of women’s football🧠 Leadership & communication at the elite level🚀 Player development & youth pathways🎤 Agents and modern football dynamics🌱 Advice for the next generation of coaches If you’re passionate about women’s football, coaching, or elite performance, this episode is packed with insight and inspiration.

    21 min

  3. 07/30/2025

    Diana Matheson on Olympic Moments, Leadership & Growing Canadian Women’s Football

    Diana Matheson is a two-time Olympic bronze medalist who was a member of Canada’s Women’s National Soccer Team from 2003-2021. During her career Diana represented Canada over 200 times, played in four FIFA World Cups and three Olympic Games, and earned a bronze medal in both London 2012 and Rio 2016. Diana is perhaps best known during her soccer career for scoring the game-winning goal in the bronze medal against France in the London Olympic Games in 2012. During her time as an athlete, Diana co-founded the Player’s Association for Canada’s Women’s National Soccer team.Following her playing career Diana earned an EMBA from the Smith School of Business and a UEFA Master for International Players from the Université de Limoges. Matheson co-founded Project 8 Sports in 2022 with the mandate to spearhead the development of women’s professional soccer in Canada. She now holds the role of Founder and Chief Growth Officer at the Northern Super League – Canada’s first women’s professional soccer league set to kick-off in 2025.Host: Alexandra IbacetaWebsite: www.theriseofwomensfootball.comInstagram: @theriseofwomensfootballLinkedIn: The Rise of Women's Football

    38 min

  4. 07/14/2025

    TT Management: Elevating Women Players Through Media, Mentorship, & Management

    Jo Tongue is the CEO of Tongue Tied Management, with nearly 20 years of experience across sport, media, and commercial arenas — including roles at BBC, Somethin’ Else, and editing the flagship football show 606. She sits on the board of Women in Football and is a trustee for the Jason Roberts and Michael Carrick Foundations, supporting social change through sport.Remmie Williams is a FIFA-licensed football agent working with Jo Tongue. She's got over 10 years of experience spanning roles at Manchester City, where she supported marketing campaigns across all teams and coordinated player appearances, especially for the women’s squad. Moreover she worked at the FA, managing player activations, commercial partnerships, and legend appearances for the England Women’s national team.

    46 min

  5. 06/09/2025

    From Lionesses Keeper to Leader: Carly Telford’s Journey

    Carly Telford is a retired English footballer who played as a goalkeeper. Born on July 7, 1987, in County Durham, England, she had a distinguished 20-year career in women's football. She began her professional journey at Sunderland in 2002, before moving to Leeds Carnegie in 2007. She joined Chelsea in 2010, where she made 23 appearances. A notable moment during her time at Chelsea was captaining the team in the 2012 FA Cup final against Birmingham City, which ended in a penalty shootout loss. After a brief spell, she returned to Chelsea in 2017, contributing to the team's success with three Women's Super League titles, two FA Cups, two League Cups, a Spring Series title, and a Community Shield. In 2022, she transferred to San Diego Wave FC in the United States, making four appearances before retiring in 2023. Telford earned 27 caps for the England national team between 2007 and 2021. She was part of the squads for the 2007 and 2015 FIFA Women's World Cups and the 2017 UEFA Women's Euro. Her first major tournament appearance came at the 2019 World Cup. Additionally, she represented Team GB at the Tokyo 2020 Olympics in 2021, stepping in as a replacement for the injured Karen Bardsley. Since retiring from professional football in 2023, Carly Telford has transitioned into a significant off-field role at Chelsea FC. She currently serves as the club’s Brand and Partnerships Player Manager, a position she began in July 2023. In this capacity, Telford collaborates closely with Chelsea’s commercial partners to enhance the club’s brand presence and foster new partnerships .

    47 min

  6. 05/08/2025

    How Flo Lloyd-Hughes is Changing the Narrative in Women’s Football Media

    Flo Lloyd-Hughes is an experienced broadcaster, writer, journalist and consultant who works across women's football. She's the Founder of The Cutback, a new women's football media platform dedicated to analysis.

    37 min

  7. 04/17/2025

    From Grassroots to Full Professional Leagues — Kelly Simmons’ Leadership in Women’s Football

    Kelly Simmons pushed for more than three decades the development of the women’s and girls’ and grassroots game in England.During her career at the FA which began in December 1991, she held a variety of development roles in both the men’s and women’s game, has led on the creation and delivery of some of the most successful national game strategies and built some of the strongest teams. Now she's working as a sports consultant and Director of Women in Football.

    45 min

  8. 03/27/2025

    From Grassroots to Full Professional Leagues — Kelly Simmons’ Leadership in Women’s Football

    Professional Footballer of West Ham Utd and Austria Nationalteam, Verena Hanshaw, is talking to us about the start of her professional football career and how she is building her own brand VOURO.

    48 min
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Engaging conversations with global leaders from women’s football, business and media who are shaping the future of the industry. They share insights and expertise about their business strategies, challenges they have to face and the future development of football. This way, viewers and listeners will get a deeper understanding of how associations and clubs navigate through their day-to-day business.

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  • Creator
    Women's Football Media UG
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2025
  • Episodes
    13
  • Rating
    Clean
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    © Women's Football Media UG
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    The Rise of Women's Football