The Women's Soccer Podcast

Liam Greco
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  • Sports News
  • Updated Weekly

Be part of these amazing interviews and conversations, deconstructing the complex world of women's soccer with me, LDG as host. From league matches to international competitions, this podcast covers it all, shining the spotlight on the extraordinary talents, tales, and victories of women's soccer players around the globe. Whether you're a die-hard supporter or new to the game, our podcast aims to inform and entertain, showcasing the undeniable impact and resilience of women in this beautiful game. Our coverage is expansive and in-depth, with unprecedented access to the world's best athletes through our weekly interviews. We post a solo episode every Monday and an interview with a world-class player every Thursday, to ensure that the analysis of the world's game never stops. Tune in each week for fresh perspectives, expert analysis, and a love of women's soccer unlike any other show. Be part of the conversation and the movement empowering women in sports. These episodes are all hosted by Liam Greco, a superfan and activist supporting female athletes and sports. Follow the podcast's every move on Instagram @the_womens_soccer_podcast, Bluesky @thewomenssoccerpod, and subscribe to The Women's Soccer Podcast on your favorite podcasting platform to stay connected with the heartbeat of women's soccer. Together, let's kick off a new era of sports storytelling and champion the extraordinary achievements of female athletes everywhere.

  1. 2d ago

    Gotham FC's Queens Classic Was A Grand Slam: Here's Why

    Gotham FC just played their first-ever regular season match inside New York City proper, and 42,175 fans showed up to Citi Field to watch it happen. In this episode, LDG breaks down why the Queens Classic was a genuine grand slam moment for the club, even though the ninety minutes on the field left plenty to be desired. He walks through the business case first: a new NYC women's sports attendance record, set not in ideal conditions but through 90-degree heat and an active wildfire smoke advisory, four days before a men's World Cup Final just miles away at MetLife. He connects that turnout directly to the club's recently announced 2028 move to Etihad Park, arguing this was less a one-off spectacle and more a stress test the club needed to pass. From there, LDG gets into the emotional storylines of the night, including Sam Kerr's long-awaited return to the club where her NWSL career first took off, and what her ovation from a sold-out crowd signals about the fanbase Gotham is building in Queens. He also doesn't shy away from the rough patches: a chewed-up outfield-turned-pitch that caused multiple stumbles, a scrappy and largely uneventful second half, and a scary early exit for Jordynn Dudley after back-to-back knocks to the head. LDG makes the case for why "grand slam" still holds up as the right label even when the on-field product wasn't great, and closes by looking ahead to Gotham's next test hosting Seattle Reign at Icahn Stadium, plus what Washington's now five-game scoreless skid against Gotham means for a probable third straight playoff meeting between the two sides. 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!

    Gotham FC's Queens Classic Was A Grand Slam: Here's Why

  2. 6d ago

    Mya Jones on Calgary Wild FC's Project, NWSL Draft Day, and the Northern Super League

    Calgary Wild forward Mya Jones sits down to discuss life in the Northern Super League! From dominating youth pitches in Alberta to making history as the first-ever University of Memphis women's soccer graduate selected in the NWSL Draft, Mya’s journey is defined by grit and elite competitiveness. Mya opens up about the cultural and physical adjustments of transitioning to NCAA Division 1 soccer. She also reflects on her early international debut for Canada's U-15 national team at just 12 years old under Bev Priestman, sharing how those elite youth tournament experiences prepared her for the professional ranks. Shifting to her professional career, Mya details her 2024 NWSL Draft experience with the San Diego Wave and the reputation she built as a fierce, high-intensity competitor on the pitch. She candidly shares the mental and physical hurdles of overcoming a severe broken foot injury during an NSL loan spell with AFC Toronto. The conversation wraps up with an inside look at the launch of the Northern Super League and why Mya chose to return home to sign with Calgary Wild FC for the 2026 season. She explains how the squad is navigating heavy roster turnover and a coaching change following Lydia Bedford's departure, all while building a distinct new team identity. Finally, Mya shares her short-term goals, senior Canada national team aspirations, and fields a fun round of TWSP-classic rapid-fire questions. 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!

    Mya Jones on Calgary Wild FC's Project, NWSL Draft Day, and the Northern Super League

  3. Jul 9

    Halifax Tides' Naya Cardoza on Defending the World's Best

    Halifax Tides defender Naya Cardoza joins the show to take us inside her journey from Ivy League collegiate powerhouse to the historic Northern Super League in Canadian soccer. In this episode, the former Brown University captain opens up about what it takes to defend the world's best attackers. She shares firsthand insights from her international caps with the Jamaica Women’s National Team (or Reggae Girlz), breaking down the tactical mindset needed to shut down global superstars like Alessia Russo, Chloe Kelly, Lizbeth Ovalle, and Marta. Naya also talks about why the Halifax Tides FC and the club’s long-term project was a great fit for her first professional contract and club, the responsibility she feels to inspire the next generation of Canadian soccer talent, and how she navigated the hurdles on the road to going pro that are not always highlighted. Plus, we look ahead to Jamaica’s vital 2027 Women’s World Cup qualifying campaign and close things out with a rapid-fire Q&A! 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!

    Halifax Tides' Naya Cardoza on Defending the World's Best

  4. Jul 7

    Listener Q+A: Gotham FC’s New York Move & Spain’s World Cup Chances

    We made it to another big milestone, episode 200! In this special milestone episode of The Women’s Soccer Podcast, LDG takes a look back at where it all started and dives deep into the current state of the game. First, LDG takes you behind the scenes to share the origin story of the podcast and how the show’s production has evolved. From the hours spent prepping and editing to his absolute favorite parts of the weekly routine, he shares the highs and the lows, Next, he transitions into a hard-hitting tactical breakdown of the absolute identity crisis happening right now with Gotham FC. He dissects the current full-back situation, explaining why the club's current defensive line management affects every phase of play on the pitch. He looks closely at the metrics to understand why standout rookie Sarah Schupansky has seen such limited minutes, while also assessing the logistics and probability behind the club's rumored stadium relocation straight into New York City to NYCFC's new stadium. To wrap up this milestone edition, LDG reflects on his most memorable guest stories, revealing the common traits it takes to become an elite professional athlete in today's modern leagues. He analyzes the global game to pinpoint which international domestic leagues deserve far more attention, which countries have made the biggest developmental leaps, and whether a dominant Spain squad has what it takes to repeat their glory next summer in Brazil. It all ends with a bold, definitive prediction for where the trajectory of women's football is headed over the next decade! 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!

    Listener Q+A: Gotham FC’s New York Move & Spain’s World Cup Chances

  5. Jul 2

    Emma Egizii on Transitioning from UCLA to the Chicago Stars

    Chicago Stars FC midfielder Emma Egizii sits down to discuss life in the NWSL as a rookie! Emma breaks down her journey from winning an NCAA National Championship with the UCLA Bruins to signing her first multi-year professional contract. Learn how the All-American playmaker overcame multiple major knee injuries to break out as a top rookie talent in the National Women's Soccer League and hear her expert tactical advice on navigating the transition from college soccer to the pro game. In today's incredible conversation, Emma shares what specifically made the Chicago Stars the right fit, and her first-ever professional preseason being highlighted by a training camp in Spain. Emma talks about how she looks back upon her time with NCAA women's college soccer powerhouse UCLA Bruins, recovering from two season-ending injuries in college/the resilience required and adversity faced by athletes playing at the highest level of soccer, and how Emma hopes that being a part of the Stars’ environment will help to continue to cultivate and develop attributes in her game as she enters the professional ranks. Additionally, Emma elaborates on how her team's identity continues to develop, making her professional debut in front of the avid (and her hometown) Angel City team/fanbase that her parents are season ticket-holders of, her goals on her career vision board, and her message to the fans of the Stars! 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!

    Emma Egizii on Transitioning from UCLA to the Chicago Stars

  6. Jun 29

    From NWSL to the Ascent: Shea Groom on Her Next Chapter

    Carolina Ascent midfielder Shea Groom sits down to discuss life in the Gainbridge Super League! NWSL Champion and veteran midfielder Shea Groom joins the podcast to share insider insights from her eleven top-flight professional seasons. Discover how her recent transition to Carolina Ascent FC is shaping her veteran leadership role in a new league landscape and uncover her proven strategies for locker room culture, tactical execution, and maintaining a competitive edge at the highest levels of women's soccer.' She shares her initial reaction hearing about a second professional women’s soccer league coming to the United States, what specifically made the Carolina Ascent the right fit, winning the inaugural NWSL Challenge Cup title in the COVID-19 bubble with a very special Houston Dash group. Shea also talks about how she has seen the women’s soccer landscape evolve since her rookie season and what stands out most when you compare the American women’s soccer landscape, NWSL and USL included, then versus where it is today and how both the high's of trophies and lows of injuries taught her resilience, leadership, and maintaining confidence through adversity. Additionally, Shea elaborates on how her team's identity continues to develop, playing in front of the avid Carolina fanbase, how she has stepped into a more prominent leadership/mentorship role of her younger teammates in Carolina, her time in NCAA women's college soccer with Texas Tech, 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!

    From NWSL to the Ascent: Shea Groom on Her Next Chapter

  7. Jun 25

    Inside Canada's Northern Super League with Jaylyn Wright

    Vancouver Rise FC defender Jaylyn Wright sits down to discuss life in Canada's Northern Super League! Jaylyn breaks down what it means to be part of Vancouver's professional women's soccer roster, the intense competition across the league, and how the Canadian soccer landscape is shifting for the next generation of athletes. She shares her initial reaction hearing about a professional women’s soccer league coming to Canada, what specifically made the Vancouver Rise the right fit, winning the inaugural Northern Super League title and Diana B. Matheson Cup. She also talks about how she looks back upon that final retrospectively, how preseason went with lots of new faces, how the group is continuing to build continuity ahead of reaching the club’s ambitious goals and stepping into a vital role within the Rise system early in her professional career. Additionally, Jaylyn elaborates on how her team's identity continues to develop, playing in front of the avid Vancouver fanbase, areas in her game she is aiming to build upon in her second season with the Rise, her time in NCAA women's college soccer, 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!

    Inside Canada's Northern Super League with Jaylyn Wright

  8. Jun 22

    How Angel City FC Reimagined Their Identity in Mere Days

    Angel City FC just made three moves that can’t really be understood in isolation: the $850,000 signing of Ally Sentnor, the departure of rising midfielder Kennedy Fuller, and the dismissal of head coach Alexander Straus. On paper, they look like separate stories, but in reality they point to the same shift in urgency expressed top down at Angel City. In this episode, LDG breaks down how Angel City’s decisions reveal a club recalibrating its entire timeline. From investing heavily in elite young talent, to moving on from a long-term prospect, to parting ways with a coach brought in to build a sustainable project, each move raises the same question: has Angel City stopped waiting for its future and started demanding results now? He digs into what the Sentnor transfer really signals about valuation and ambition in the modern NWSL, why the Kennedy Fuller trade is less about “losing a player” and more about competing timelines, and whether Alexander Straus was a victim of poor results or a changing organizational identity. Zooming out, this isn’t just a story about one club. It’s about a league entering a new era, where investment is rising, patience is shrinking, and every decision carries immediate pressure to deliver. Did Angel City just accelerated into contention or abandoned a plan before it had time to work? listen in to hear my thoughts, I hope you all enjoy! 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!

    How Angel City FC Reimagined Their Identity in Mere Days
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Be part of these amazing interviews and conversations, deconstructing the complex world of women's soccer with me, LDG as host. From league matches to international competitions, this podcast covers it all, shining the spotlight on the extraordinary talents, tales, and victories of women's soccer players around the globe. Whether you're a die-hard supporter or new to the game, our podcast aims to inform and entertain, showcasing the undeniable impact and resilience of women in this beautiful game. Our coverage is expansive and in-depth, with unprecedented access to the world's best athletes through our weekly interviews. We post a solo episode every Monday and an interview with a world-class player every Thursday, to ensure that the analysis of the world's game never stops. Tune in each week for fresh perspectives, expert analysis, and a love of women's soccer unlike any other show. Be part of the conversation and the movement empowering women in sports. These episodes are all hosted by Liam Greco, a superfan and activist supporting female athletes and sports. Follow the podcast's every move on Instagram @the_womens_soccer_podcast, Bluesky @thewomenssoccerpod, and subscribe to The Women's Soccer Podcast on your favorite podcasting platform to stay connected with the heartbeat of women's soccer. Together, let's kick off a new era of sports storytelling and champion the extraordinary achievements of female athletes everywhere.

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