Attacking Third: A CBS Sports Women's Soccer Podcast

Sandra Herrera and Lisa Roman recap the weekend slate of NWSL matches. The Chicago Red Stars welcome back forward Mallory Pugh after being out under concussion protocol for her first regular-season game. Pugh gets an assist and two goals over Orlando Pride. The two California expansion sides each take home three points and top the standings. San Diego Wave sits in first place after an Alex Morgan goal lifts the Wave over North Carolina. An own goal from Kansas City gives Angel City the edge. Plus, Louisville climbs the standings to third place after a Lauren Milliet goal from Jess McDonald - her 28th career, league-leading assist - lifts Racing over Gotham FC. The newest rivalry in the NWSL sees OL Reign and Washington Spirit split points after a scoreless draw. Rachel Daly of the Dash makes it look easy at Providence Park helping Houston to a 2-0 win over the Thorns. Full recap, analysis and more. 'Attacking Third' is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts. Follow the Attacking Third team on Twitter: @AttackingThird, @SandHerrera_, @LRoman32 Visit the Attacking Third YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/attackingthird You can listen to Attacking Third on your smart speakers! Simply say "Alexa, play the latest episode of the Attacking Third podcast" or "Hey Google, play the latest episode of the Attacking Third podcast." For more soccer coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/soccer/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sandra Herrera and Lisa Roman welcome a special guest interview, OL Reign and USWNT midfielder Rose Lavelle. Rose talks about the start of the NWSL season with OL Reign, their Challenge Cup run and how it is to have Laura Harvey as the head coach. Rose speaks about the new USSF, USWNT and USMNT CBAs and how they will change the landscape of the sport. Plus, Rose has partnered with Icy Hot in their PRO Time Off Campaign and talks to us about how she spends her perfect off day. 'Attacking Third' is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts. Follow the Attacking Third team on Twitter: @AttackingThird, @SandHerrera_, @LRoman32 Visit the Attacking Third YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/attackingthird You can listen to Attacking Third on your smart speakers! Simply say "Alexa, play the latest episode of the Attacking Third podcast" or "Hey Google, play the latest episode of the Attacking Third podcast." For more soccer coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/soccer/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sandra Herrera and Lisa Roman recap the midweek NWSL matches. Orlando Pride takes three points off North Carolina Courage, DeMelo's free-kick goal lifts Racing Louisville over San Diego Wave FC and Portland Thorns and Washington Spirit battle at Providence Park to a 1-1 draw. Full recaps, analysis and more. In the second half of the episode, Sandra and Lisa look ahead to the weekend slate ahead. With six matches between Saturday and Sunday, they run through the preview. They look at the tough competition between Portland Thorns facing Houston Dash, Angel City hosting Kansas City Current and the newest budding rivalry in the NWSL - OL Reign hosting Washington Spirit. Plus, a full slate of teams have multiple games in hand. North Carolina Courage vs San Diego Wave FC, Gotham FC hosts Racing Louisville and Chicago Red Stars travel to face Orlando Pride. Full preview, predictions, picks and analysis. Full preview, predictions, picks and analysis. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sandra Herrera and Lisa Roman welcome for USWNT international Lori Lindsey to the show to discuss the historic agreement between the US Soccer Federation, US Women's National Team Players Association and US National Team Players Association on two separate historic collective bargaining agreements. This contract equalizes pay for the men and women across the different competition and playing areas through 2028. Read about the agreement by our own Sandra Herrera: https://www.cbssports.com/soccer/news/uswnt-usmnt-unions-agree-equal-pay-cbas-with-ussf-all-players-to-receive-shares-of-pooled-world-cup-money/ 'Attacking Third' is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts. Follow the Attacking Third team on Twitter: @AttackingThird, @SandHerrera_, @LRoman32 Visit the Attacking Third YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/attackingthird You can listen to Attacking Third on your smart speakers! Simply say "Alexa, play the latest episode of the Attacking Third podcast" or "Hey Google, play the latest episode of the Attacking Third podcast." For more soccer coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/soccer/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sandra Herrera and Lisa Roman preview the midweek slate of NWSL Regular Season matches. They run through North Carolina Courage vs Orlando Pride as the Courage prepare to play just their second game ever in the 2022 Regular Season. Plus, San Diego Wave FC travels to Racing Louisville and Portland Thorns host Washington Spirit. Full preview, analysis, picks and predictions. 'Attacking Third' is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts. Follow the Attacking Third team on Twitter: @AttackingThird, @SandHerrera_, @LRoman32 Visit the Attacking Third YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/attackingthird You can listen to Attacking Third on your smart speakers! Simply say "Alexa, play the latest episode of the Attacking Third podcast" or "Hey Google, play the latest episode of the Attacking Third podcast." For more soccer coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/soccer/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Lisa Roman and Lori Lindsey discuss the USWNT players and their performance this weekend in the NWSL Regular Season. Have Alex Morgan and Christen Press done enough to get back on the National team? Then, they answer YOUR questions, submitted by listeners. Lisa and Lori discuss which players will be new call-ups for the June International Window, which veterans should return to the camp, and which striker will be the top goalscorer for the US in 2022. Plus, the biggest question regarding the Defensive Midfield Six position - who will play the six come World Cup Qualifying time? If you have questions, leave us a five-star review on Apple Podcasts with your question for The USWNT Hour and we will answer them! Follow us on Twitter @AttackingThird for our next Mailbag drop! ‘Attacking Third’ is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts. Follow the Attacking Third team on Twitter: @AttackingThird, @SandHerrera_, @LRoman32 Visit the Attacking Third YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/attackingthird You can listen to Attacking Third on your smart speakers! Simply say “Alexa, play the latest episode of the Attacking Third podcast” or “Hey Google, play the latest episode of the Attacking Third podcast.” For more soccer coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/soccer/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sandra Herrera and Lisa Roman recap the weekend slate of NWSL matches. The two expansion sides walk away with three points each and stay at the top of the standings. Angel City FC traveled to face Washington Spirit, the lone goal of the match coming from Christen Press. Plus, San Diego Wave FC hosted Chicago Red Stars and a late-game thriller saw Alex Morgan knock down her third PK in 2 games. The rest of the NWSL teams split points on the weekend. The Cascadia Rivalry ended 0-0 for Portland and OL Reign, KC Current made a push thanks to rookie Elyse Bennett to draw even with Orlando Pride, and Racing Louisville and Houston each scored a header to end 1-1. Due to new protocols in the league, the NJ/NY Gotham FC match vs North Carolina Courage was postponed due to a majority of players being on Covid-Protocol. Sandra and Lisa also recap the Women's FA Cup that saw Chelsea win their second straight title with two goals from Sam Kerr. Full match recaps, analysis and more. Full match recaps, analysis and more. 'Attacking Third' is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts. Follow the Attacking Third team on Twitter: @AttackingThird, @SandHerrera_, @LRoman32 Visit the Attacking Third YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/attackingthird You can listen to Attacking Third on your smart speakers! Simply say "Alexa, play the latest episode of the Attacking Third podcast" or "Hey Google, play the latest episode of the Attacking Third podcast." For more soccer coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/soccer/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sandra Herrera and Lisa Roman look ahead to the weekend preview of NWSL Regular Season week 3. The week kicks off on CBSSN, with the Cascadia Rivalry between Portland Thorns and OL Reign. The top of the standings is so tight as each team fights for three points. San Diego Wave hosts Chicago Red Stars and Angel City travels to Audi Field to face Washington Spirit. Plus, the competition continues with Orlando hosting Kansas City, and two rematches of the Challenge Cup. In the east, Gotham FC vs North Carolina Courage plus Racing Louisville vs Houston Dash. Plus, a little chat about the women's FA Cup final this weekend between Chelsea and Manchester City. Sandra and Lisa give picks, predictions, analysis and more. 'Attacking Third' is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts. Follow the Attacking Third team on Twitter: @AttackingThird, @SandHerrera_, @LRoman32 Visit the Attacking Third YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/attackingthird You can listen to Attacking Third on your smart speakers! Simply say "Alexa, play the latest episode of the Attacking Third podcast" or "Hey Google, play the latest episode of the Attacking Third podcast." For more soccer coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/soccer/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sandra Herrera and Lisa Roman welcome North Carolina Courage defender and Challenge Cup Champion Carson Pickett to the show. Carson shares how the Courage celebrated their Challenge Cup win. She opens up about some of her teammates, playing with Brazilian international Debinha, and how the rookies have come in prepared and shown so much grit this season. She also discusses what she plans to do with her Challenge Cup prize of $10k. 'Attacking Third' is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts. Follow the Attacking Third team on Twitter: @AttackingThird, @SandHerrera_, @LRoman32 Visit the Attacking Third YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/attackingthird You can listen to Attacking Third on your smart speakers! Simply say "Alexa, play the latest episode of the Attacking Third podcast" or "Hey Google, play the latest episode of the Attacking Third podcast." For more soccer coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/soccer/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sandra Herrera and Lisa Roman reflect on the NWSL Challenge Cup by naming their BEST OF awards. They start the episode with some News and Notes, updating on player injuries from the NWSL weekend slate of games. Plus, honoring Sam Kerr and Chelsea in their third straight FAWSL Title. They dive into their picks for overall Challenge Cup MVP, it was a tough decision between Trinity Rodman from Washington Spirit and Debinha from North Carolina Courage. Then, Sandra and Lisa list their Best XI of the Challenge Cup, from the goalkeeper, four defenders, three midfielders and three forwards. Plus, they take the teams group by group honoring the MVP from each gam. 'Attacking Third' is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts. Follow the Attacking Third team on Twitter: @AttackingThird, @SandHerrera_, @LRoman32 Visit the Attacking Third YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/attackingthird You can listen to Attacking Third on your smart speakers! Simply say "Alexa, play the latest episode of the Attacking Third podcast" or "Hey Google, play the latest episode of the Attacking Third podcast." For more soccer coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/soccer/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sandra Herrera and Lisa roman recap the weekend slate of regular-season games. They recap the biggest win in the new expansion side's history, San Diego Wave FC as Alex Morgan gets four - FOUR - goals in the dominating win over Gotham. Plus, Rachel Daly nets her 6th PK of her career, helping lift Houston 2-0 over Kansas City. They recap the first win for Orlando Pride since September, the first for Amanda Cromwell ever, with a Sydney Leroux goal in the third minute over Angel City. Plus, a controversial game between OL Reign and Racing Louisville that resulted in the first tie of the regular season, 2-2. Recaps, analysis and more. San Diego Wave FC vs Gotham FC (3:10) Houston Dash vs Kansas City Current (14:15) OL Reign vs Racing Louisville (23:40) Angel City vs Orlando Pride (35:10) 'Attacking Third' is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts. Follow the Attacking Third team on Twitter: @AttackingThird, @SandHerrera_, @LRoman32 Visit the Attacking Third YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/attackingthird You can listen to Attacking Third on your smart speakers! Simply say "Alexa, play the latest episode of the Attacking Third podcast" or "Hey Google, play the latest episode of the Attacking Third podcast." For more soccer coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/soccer/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sandra Herrera and Lisa Roman recap the Challenge Cup Final between North Carolina Courage and Washington Spirit. North Carolina Courage win their seventh straight club title and first Challenge Cup Championship. Kerolin scores the opening goal for the Courage. They dissect the game, the biggest moments, which players shined, Challenge Cup MVP and more. Recap and analysis. 'Attacking Third' is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts. Follow the Attacking Third team on Twitter: @AttackingThird, @SandHerrera_, @LRoman32 Visit the Attacking Third YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/attackingthird You can listen to Attacking Third on your smart speakers! Simply say "Alexa, play the latest episode of the Attacking Third podcast" or "Hey Google, play the latest episode of the Attacking Third podcast." For more soccer coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/soccer/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sandra Herrera and Lisa Roman preview the weekend slate of matches. The NWSL Challenge Cup Final on May 7 features Washington Spirit vs North Carolina Courage. Two teams from the East Region face again for the third time. Challenge Cup predictions, analysis, preview and more. Then, Sandra and Lisa look at the weekend slate of NWSL Regular Season games. They address the schedule change for Chicago vs Washington Spirit and Portland vs North Carolina matches. They do picks, predictions, analysis and more. Join Sandra, Lisa and Lori Lindsey May 7 for a Challenge Cup Final Pregame show on YouTube from 12:30-1pm ET. 'Attacking Third' is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts. Follow the Attacking Third team on Twitter: @AttackingThird, @SandHerrera_, @LRoman32 Visit the Attacking Third YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/attackingthird You can listen to Attacking Third on your smart speakers! Simply say "Alexa, play the latest episode of the Attacking Third podcast" or "Hey Google, play the latest episode of the Attacking Third podcast." For more soccer coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/soccer/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sandra Herrera and Lisa Roman recap the NWSL Challenge Cup Semifinal games #1 seed OL Reign vs #4 seed Washington Spirit end in a thrilling sudden death PK shootout. After 90 minutes of a scoreless battle, Aubrey Kingsbury and Fallon Tullis-Joyce, goalkeepers for Spirit and Reign respectively, are put to the test in net. After burying just the third PK, Kingsbury makes two stops to lift Washington to the Challenge Cup Final. Then, #2 KC Current vs #3 NC Courage features a rainy evening at Children's Mercy Park. It's the dynamic Brazilin duo of Debhina and Kerolin that become showstoppers for Courage. The Rookie Ordonez nets her first NWSL goal to lift North Carolina 2-1 over Kansas City. Full recaps, analysis and more. Join Sandra, Lisa and Lori Lindsey on Saturday, May 7 for a Challenge Cup Final Pregame Show on YouTube from 12:30-1pm ET. 'Attacking Third' is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts. Follow the Attacking Third team on Twitter: @AttackingThird, @SandHerrera_, @LRoman32 Visit the Attacking Third YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/attackingthird You can listen to Attacking Third on your smart speakers! Simply say "Alexa, play the latest episode of the Attacking Third podcast" or "Hey Google, play the latest episode of the Attacking Third podcast." For more soccer coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/soccer/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sandra Herrera and Lisa Roman preview the NWSL Challenge Cup Semifinal! The #1 seed OL Reign vs Washington Spirit in D.C. at Audi Field. And the #2 and #3 teams face off at Children's Mercy Park as Kansas City Current hosts North Carolina Courage. Full match previews, analysis and predictions. OL Reign vs Washington Spirit (7:03) KC Current vs NC Courage (30:04) 'Attacking Third' is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts. Follow the Attacking Third team on Twitter: @AttackingThird, @SandHerrera_, @LRoman32 Visit the Attacking Third YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/attackingthird You can listen to Attacking Third on your smart speakers! Simply say "Alexa, play the latest episode of the Attacking Third podcast" or "Hey Google, play the latest episode of the Attacking Third podcast." For more soccer coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/soccer/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Lisa Roman and Lori Lindsey discuss the USWNT play this weekend in the opening weekend for NWSL Regular Season. Lori gives which players have impressed her the most and who she still wants a little more from. In the second half of the show, former USWNT defender and current United States assistant coach Tiffany Roberts Sahaydak joins the show. Tiffany and Lori take a trip down memory lane and recount stories of playing for the United States, WUSA, living together, plus the current roster of national team players. 'Attacking Third' is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts. Follow the Attacking Third team on Twitter: @AttackingThird, @SandHerrera_, @LRoman32 Visit the Attacking Third YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/attackingthird You can listen to Attacking Third on your smart speakers! Simply say "Alexa, play the latest episode of the Attacking Third podcast" or "Hey Google, play the latest episode of the Attacking Third podcast." For more soccer coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/soccer/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sandra Herrera and Lisa Roman recap the opening weekend of the 10th year of the NWSL Regular Season. It was a full slate of games with all 12 teams competing. The final results were all wins or losses - no draws - with six teams walking away with 3 points on the weekend. Which teams impressed Sandra and Lisa the most, and how the regular season is so different from the Challenge Cup. Full recaps and analysis. 'Attacking Third' is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts. Follow the Attacking Third team on Twitter: @AttackingThird, @SandHerrera_, @LRoman32 Visit the Attacking Third YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/attackingthird You can listen to Attacking Third on your smart speakers! Simply say "Alexa, play the latest episode of the Attacking Third podcast" or "Hey Google, play the latest episode of the Attacking Third podcast." For more soccer coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/soccer/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sandra Herrera and Lisa Roman welcome Paris Saint-Germain in Division 1 Féminine and Canadian international defender Ashley Lawrence to the show. The 2020 Olympic Gold medalist discusses the preparation for PSG as they head into the second leg of the UWCL Semi-Finals. Ashley discusses Team Canada's preparation for the Concacaf W Championship this summer for World Cup Qualifiers and her organization Yes She Canada. 'Attacking Third' is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts. Follow the Attacking Third team on Twitter: @AttackingThird, @SandHerrera_, @LRoman32 Visit the Attacking Third YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/attackingthird You can listen to Attacking Third on your smart speakers! Simply say "Alexa, play the latest episode of the Attacking Third podcast" or "Hey Google, play the latest episode of the Attacking Third podcast." For more soccer coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/soccer/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The start of the 10th NWSL Regular Season is here! Sandra Herrera and Lisa Roman preview the opening weekend. They highlight the biggest games to watch this weekend between Angel City, North Carolina, Washington and OL Reign (4:23). They discuss which teams will be tested the most facing competition outside of their region (20:16). Plus, which games feature rematches of the Challenge Cup (32:32). Full game previews, analysis and predictions. 'Attacking Third' is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts. Follow the Attacking Third team on Twitter: @AttackingThird, @SandHerrera_, @LRoman32 Visit the Attacking Third YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/attackingthird You can listen to Attacking Third on your smart speakers! Simply say "Alexa, play the latest episode of the Attacking Third podcast" or "Hey Google, play the latest episode of the Attacking Third podcast." For more soccer coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/soccer/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Three days before the 2022 NWSL Regular Season, the Houston Dash released a statement saying head coach and general manager James Clarkson has been suspended effective immediately. Sandra Herrera and Lisa Roman discuss the breaking news, how it happened and what’s next for the Houston Dash. This announcement comes after initial findings were received from the joint NWSL and NWSLPA Investigation that was launched in 2021 to review current and historic complaints of discrimination, harassment and abuse. Houston Dash will name an interim head coach in the coming days. 'Attacking Third' is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts. Follow the Attacking Third team on Twitter: @AttackingThird, @SandHerrera_, @LRoman32 Visit the Attacking Third YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/attackingthird You can listen to Attacking Third on your smart speakers! Simply say "Alexa, play the latest episode of the Attacking Third podcast" or "Hey Google, play the latest episode of the Attacking Third podcast." For more soccer coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/soccer/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sandra Herrera and Lisa Roman run through the latest news and notes from the world of women's soccer. First, they discuss the growing game in Europe with the new attendance record broken in the UEFA Women's Champions League between PSG and Lyon at Parc des Princes (2:57). Racing Louisville and Orlando Pride will be making history with the first-ever NWSL match in an American racetrack on July 3 at Daytona International Speedway (5:18). The 2021 NWSL Champions Washington Spirit release their Championship ring 10:44). Plus, they discuss the Challenge Cup playoff scenarios, the location and the timing of the games (13:55). In the second half, Sandra and Lisa run through the Challenge Cup Power Rankings ending group play and as the 2022 NWSL Regular Season starts (21:13). 'Attacking Third' is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts. Follow the Attacking Third team on Twitter: @AttackingThird, @SandHerrera_, @LRoman32 Visit the Attacking Third YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/attackingthird You can listen to Attacking Third on your smart speakers! Simply say "Alexa, play the latest episode of the Attacking Third podcast" or "Hey Google, play the latest episode of the Attacking Third podcast." For more soccer coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/soccer/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Lisa Roman and Lori Lindsey welcome Sandra Herrera to the show! The trio of soccer experts discuss the most recent NWSL Challenge Cup weekend of play and which USWNT players stood out the most. Then, they dive into the Concacaf W Championship draw from last week, the tournament serving as the qualifiers to the 2023 FIFA Women's World Cup in Australia and New Zealand. They talk about the Group of Death, the toughest competition in the W Championship and which teams will give the United States the most trouble. 'Attacking Third' is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts. Follow the Attacking Third team on Twitter: @AttackingThird, @SandHerrera_, @LRoman32 Visit the Attacking Third YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/attackingthird You can listen to Attacking Third on your smart speakers! Simply say "Alexa, play the latest episode of the Attacking Third podcast" or "Hey Google, play the latest episode of the Attacking Third podcast." For more soccer coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/soccer/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sandra Herrera and Lisa Roman recap the final weekend of NWSL Challenge Cup group stage play. They discuss the biggest winners and losers - which clubs are moving onto the Challenge Cup Semifinals! Kansas City Current defeated Chicago Red Stars to advance (5:44), Houston Dash ends their Challenge Cup with a win over Racing Louisville (16:06) and Angel City FC gets their first-ever franchise win over Portland Thorns (21:18). Then, they discuss the Draw Dance that happened on Saturday in the NWSL. NC Courage and Washington Spirit both end their Challenge Cup runs with a 2-2 draw and 3 PKs (35:46), yet both sides advance to the SemiFinals. San Diego Wave draw with OL Reign (51:48) and Gotham FC fails to improve tying 1-1 with Orlando Pride (43:57). 'Attacking Third' is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts. Follow the Attacking Third team on Twitter: @AttackingThird, @SandHerrera_, @LRoman32 Visit the Attacking Third YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/attackingthird You can listen to Attacking Third on your smart speakers! Simply say "Alexa, play the latest episode of the Attacking Third podcast" or "Hey Google, play the latest episode of the Attacking Third podcast." For more soccer coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/soccer/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sandra Herrera and Lisa Roman preview the final weekend of group stage matches in the 2022 NWSL Challenge Cup. They run through the entire slate of games between Saturday and Sunday (3:50). The biggest games of the weekend are the All or Nothing matches starting with North Carolina Courage vs the Washington Spirit (4:18). NC moves on with a win or a tie, Spirit advances with a win over Courage. Then, the Central Region features KC Current vs Chicago Red Stars (13:58). The Current moves onto the semifinals with a win or a tie and Chicago needs a win to stay alive. The West Region is a tight race between San Diego Wave FC and OL Reign (25:08) while Angel City FC still searches for their first franchise win in a battle with Portland Thorns (30:26). Lastly, the teams just looking to compete as their chances of making the Challenge Cup postseason are nonexistent, Gotham FC looks to put together a full game against Orlando Pride (35:54). Houston Dash and Racing Louisville duke it out in Houston for a high-scoring rematch (39:41). Full match previews, analysis and predictions. 'Attacking Third' is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts. Follow the Attacking Third team on Twitter: @AttackingThird, @SandHerrera_, @LRoman32 Visit the Attacking Third YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/attackingthird You can listen to Attacking Third on your smart speakers! Simply say "Alexa, play the latest episode of the Attacking Third podcast" or "Hey Google, play the latest episode of the Attacking Third podcast." For more soccer coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/soccer/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sandra Herrera and Lisa Roman welcome Orlando Pride midfielder and Iceland international Gunny Jónsdóttir to the podcast. Gunny talks about the challenging NWSL Challenge Cup that Orlando has had without a single win. She talks about the positives in the team, what they need to improve upon and the biggest thing the Pride is taking with them headed into the 2022 NWSL Regular Season. Gunny discusses working with new NWSL head coach Amanda Cromwell and her coaching staff and the overall goals of the club for 2022. Then, Sandra and Lisa ask Gunny about the Orlando Pride brand new 2022-23 Luna Lit. Gunny discusses the cool photoshoot she and her teammates went to in the Kennedy Space Center, what the new Luna Kit represents and if she could have anyone's jersey, which teammate's name she'd like to wear. 'Attacking Third' is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts. Follow the Attacking Third team on Twitter: @AttackingThird, @SandHerrera_, @LRoman32 Visit the Attacking Third YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/attackingthird You can listen to Attacking Third on your smart speakers! Simply say "Alexa, play the latest episode of the Attacking Third podcast" or "Hey Google, play the latest episode of the Attacking Third podcast." For more soccer coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/soccer/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sandra Herrera and Lisa Roman run through the latest NWSL Challenge Cup Power Rankings after Week 5 action. They compare the Power Rankings with the current NWSL Challenge Cup Standings for each regional group. The top three teams and the bottom three teams from last week have not changed, placing OL Reign at first, Washington Spirit second and NC Courage at third. Lisa makes an argument to have San Diego Wave ranked higher than NJ/NY Gotham FC based on overall Challenge Cup Performance. Then, Lisa and Sandra run through the latest news and notes around the world of women's soccer. Gotham FC midfielder Allie Long's "excused absence" has been explained as she excitedly announces she is expecting twins! Plus, the Portland organization announces a mixed co-ed match with the Thorns and the Timbers to raise funds for Ukrainian children and families. And the UWCL semi-finals are back, starting on Friday - Barcelona vs Wolfsburg and Lyon vs PSG. 'Attacking Third' is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts. Follow the Attacking Third team on Twitter: @AttackingThird, @SandHerrera_, @LRoman32 Visit the Attacking Third YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/attackingthird You can listen to Attacking Third on your smart speakers! Simply say "Alexa, play the latest episode of the Attacking Third podcast" or "Hey Google, play the latest episode of the Attacking Third podcast." For more soccer coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/soccer/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Lisa Roman and Lori Lindsey sit down for a full hour of USWNT talk. After the international break, USWNT players return to their clubs to continue to be impact players. Some of the players are continuing to perform at the highest levels - Trinity Rodman and Ashley Sanchez with Washington Spirit. Others are failing to impress at the club level. Which players are on the bubble of making the US World Cup Qualifying Roster? Which players need to step up their game with their club teams. And arguably the most important question for the USWNT - Who can dominate the Six - Andi Sullivan, Jealin Howell, Lindsey Horan? All of this and more! 'Attacking Third' is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts. Follow the Attacking Third team on Twitter: @AttackingThird, @SandHerrera_, @LRoman32 Visit the Attacking Third YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/attackingthird You can listen to Attacking Third on your smart speakers! Simply say "Alexa, play the latest episode of the Attacking Third podcast" or "Hey Google, play the latest episode of the Attacking Third podcast." For more soccer coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/soccer/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sandra Herrera and Lisa Roman recap the weekend slate of NWSL Challenge Cup matches. With two matches on Saturday and three on Sunday, they have so much to unpack in a very eventful Challenge Cup Weekend. They start with their Winners and Losers Segment (3:57) highlighting OL Reign and Washington Spirit, two teams that have been dominant this weekend and handed losses to Angel City and Gotham FC respectively (12:42). Then, they discuss the best free-kick goal of the weekend, the late-game equalizer by Racing Louisville's Emina Ekic to split points with Chicago Red Stars (22:37). Finally, it's the GOLAZO Segment (31:21) ! Sandra and Lisa recap the games with the goals, San Diego Wave FC vs Portland Thorns and North Carolina Courage vs Orlando Pride (38:05). They discuss the teams that improved, which players stood out and more. Full recaps, analysis and player evaluation. 'Attacking Third' is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts. Follow the Attacking Third team on Twitter: @AttackingThird, @SandHerrera_, @LRoman32 Visit the Attacking Third YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/attackingthird You can listen to Attacking Third on your smart speakers! Simply say "Alexa, play the latest episode of the Attacking Third podcast" or "Hey Google, play the latest episode of the Attacking Third podcast." For more soccer coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/soccer/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sandra Herrera and Lisa Roman recap the first two matches of the week starting with Friday night’s clash between the KC Current vs Houston Dash central region matchup. They recap the game, goals scored, fouls called and if the Elizabeth Ball yellow card should be called back. Then, they dive into Thursday’s match between OL Reign vs San Diego Wave FC. Full recap, analysis and more! 'Attacking Third' is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts. Follow the Attacking Third team on Twitter: @AttackingThird, @SandHerrera_, @LRoman32 Visit the Attacking Third YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/attackingthird You can listen to Attacking Third on your smart speakers! Simply say "Alexa, play the latest episode of the Attacking Third podcast" or "Hey Google, play the latest episode of the Attacking Third podcast." For more soccer coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/soccer/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sandra Herrera and Lisa Roman preview the NWSL Challenge Cup as it returns to action following the April international break. They start by discussing the Biggest Matchups of the weekend highlighting the Central Region as the closest group. Racing Louisville hosts Chicago Red Stars and then the Houston Dash travel to face KC Current. Sandra and Lisa dive in on the teams getting hot right now in the Challenge Cup starting with San Diego Wave FC as they travel to Seattle to play OL Reign in the first matchup between these two clubs. Then, a team to keep an eye on, Washington Spirit as they face Gotham FC. They deep dive into each matchup this weekend giving full analysis, previews, players to watch and game predictions. 'Attacking Third' is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts. Follow the Attacking Third team on Twitter: @AttackingThird, @SandHerrera_, @LRoman32 Visit the Attacking Third YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/attackingthird You can listen to Attacking Third on your smart speakers! Simply say "Alexa, play the latest episode of the Attacking Third podcast" or "Hey Google, play the latest episode of the Attacking Third podcast." For more soccer coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/soccer/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sandra Herrera and Lisa Roman welcome former USWNT midfielder Lori Lindsey to the show to recap the U.S. Women's National Team's second friendly against Uzbekistan. They discuss the player rotations and starting lineups for the USA (2:45), which players made the biggest impacts (14:54) and what the US can use from these games moving forward (26:20). Plus, they recap the CONCACAF World Cup Qualifiers from the last week and discuss which nations move on to the CONCACAF W Championship this summer (35:15). 'Attacking Third' is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts. Follow the Attacking Third team on Twitter: @AttackingThird, @SandHerrera_, @LRoman32 Visit the Attacking Third YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/attackingthird You can listen to Attacking Third on your smart speakers! Simply say "Alexa, play the latest episode of the Attacking Third podcast" or "Hey Google, play the latest episode of the Attacking Third podcast." For more soccer coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/soccer/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Lisa Roman and Lori Lindsey are back for the USWNT Hour. They discuss the USA vs Uzbekistan friendly on Saturday, April 9. Lori gives her standout players from the 9-1 victory for the USA, how the front line of Sophia Smith, Cat Macario and Mal Pugh worked together. Plus, they dive into the defensive midfield position, between Andi Sullivan and Jealin Howell who has done more and how that position might change moving forward. Then, they look ahead to the second match between USA and UZB on Tuesday and discuss lineup changes, player rotation, what challenges they could face and how this tests the USA team. 'Attacking Third' is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts. Follow the Attacking Third team on Twitter: @AttackingThird, @SandHerrera_, @LRoman32 Visit the Attacking Third YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/attackingthird You can listen to Attacking Third on your smart speakers! Simply say "Alexa, play the latest episode of the Attacking Third podcast" or "Hey Google, play the latest episode of the Attacking Third podcast." For more soccer coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/soccer/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sandra Herrera and Lisa Roman welcome San Diego Wave FC and USWNT forward Alex Morgan to the show. Alex discusses returning home to play in California for San Diego Wave FC, the budding rivalry in the NWSL between the Wave and Angel City FC and how she felt scoring the brace in San Diego’s first-ever victory. Alex also discusses not being called in to the most recent USWNT camp and her perspective on head coach Vlatko Andonovski’s decision to include younger players in the training camps. Plus, Alex praises Ashley Sanchez and Catarina Macario as two younger USWNT players that have shined both for club and country. Alex promotes her newest partnership with Team BODYARMOR for the “One More” campaign. 'Attacking Third' is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts. Follow the Attacking Third team on Twitter: @AttackingThird, @SandHerrera_, @LRoman32 Visit the Attacking Third YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/attackingthird You can listen to Attacking Third on your smart speakers! Simply say "Alexa, play the latest episode of the Attacking Third podcast" or "Hey Google, play the latest episode of the Attacking Third podcast." For more soccer coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/soccer/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sandra Herrera and Lisa Roman run through the latest news, updates, trades and more from around the world of women's football. They discuss the ongoing CONCACAF W Qualifiers and the UEFA qualifiers(2:19). During this international break, many NWSL clubs are announcing international trades and transfers. Angel City FC is the most effective in their trades getting French international forward Clarisse Le Bihan and German international goalkeeper Almuth Schult, both adding depth to a shallow ACFC roster. Chicago Red Stars sign forward Chelsie Dawber, Racing Louisville inks Rebecca Holloway, Portland Thorns get Janine Becky from Manchester City and North Carolina Courage acquire Valerie Gauvin (6:46). Then, Sandra and Lisa discuss the April Friendlies for the USWNT (15:08). They give their projected starting lineups, which player rotations they want to see and how these friendlies vs Uzbekistan are important for the youth US players. 'Attacking Third' is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts. Follow the Attacking Third team on Twitter: @AttackingThird, @SandHerrera_, @LRoman32 Visit the Attacking Third YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/attackingthird You can listen to Attacking Third on your smart speakers! Simply say "Alexa, play the latest episode of the Attacking Third podcast" or "Hey Google, play the latest episode of the Attacking Third podcast." For more soccer coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/soccer/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sandra Herrera and Lisa Roman give you the latest news and notes from around the world of women’s football. CONCACAF W Qualifiers are back, starting on Wednesday, April 6-April 12 (2:02). The top six teams will advance to the CONCACAF W Championship in July with Canada and the United States. They touch on various National Team Replacement signings, injury updates and more from the NWSL (8:06). Then, Sandra and Lisa discuss the Challenge Cup standings (19:24) and give their Week 4 Challenge Cup Power Rankings (24:08). They debate if North Carolina Courage or Washington Spirit should be ranked higher in the standings and if Kansas City deserves to drop below fifth place after suffering a 3-0 loss to Racing Louisville. ‘Attacking Third’ is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts. Follow the Attacking Third team on Twitter: @AttackingThird, @SandHerrera_, @LRoman32 Visit the Attacking Third YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/attackingthird You can listen to Attacking Third on your smart speakers! Simply say “Alexa, play the latest episode of the Attacking Third podcast” or “Hey Google, play the latest episode of the Attacking Third podcast.” For more soccer coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/soccer/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Lisa Roman and former USWNT midfielder Lori Lindsey welcome former USWNT goalkeeper Jill Loyden to the USWNT Hour! The gang previews the upcoming April friendlies vs Uzbekistan. They each give their wishlist starting lineups, then discuss the top three things we need to learn from the team. Then, they dive into Jill's goalkeeper expertise to discuss the three keepers on the roster, two of whom are searching for their first cap. 'Attacking Third' is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts. Follow the Attacking Third team on Twitter: @AttackingThird, @SandHerrera_, @LRoman32 Visit the Attacking Third YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/attackingthird You can listen to Attacking Third on your smart speakers! Simply say "Alexa, play the latest episode of the Attacking Third podcast" or "Hey Google, play the latest episode of the Attacking Third podcast." For more soccer coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/soccer/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sandra Herrera and Lisa Roman recap the weekend slate of NWSL Challenge Cup matches. Racing Louisville defeats KC Current 3-0 while OL Reign jumps Portland Thorns in the Group B West Region. Plus, the rematch of the California clash saw San Diego Wave defeat Angel City 4-2. Full recap, analysis and more. They discuss the Winners and Losers of the weekend, break down each game with recaps and analysis. 'Attacking Third' is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts. Follow the Attacking Third team on Twitter: @AttackingThird, @SandHerrera_, @LRoman32 Visit the Attacking Third YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/attackingthird You can listen to Attacking Third on your smart speakers! Simply say "Alexa, play the latest episode of the Attacking Third podcast" or "Hey Google, play the latest episode of the Attacking Third podcast." For more soccer coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/soccer/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sandra Herrera and Lisa Roman recap the midweek Challenge Cup Action which had Washington Spirit hand North Carolina Courage their first tie of the tournament. The KC Current surprises fans with a 3-0 win over the Dash in Houston. Plus, Margaret Purce notches a late goal to lift Gotham over Orlando Pride. Match analysis, recaps and more. Then, Sandra and Lisa preview the weekend of Challenge Cup matches. They highlight the biggest matches as Portland and OL Reign rematch and San Diego Wave and Angel City battle again. Plus, will KC Current look to bring their winning streak home. Full match previews, predictions and analysis. 'Attacking Third' is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts. Follow the Attacking Third team on Twitter: @AttackingThird, @SandHerrera_, @LRoman32 Visit the Attacking Third YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/attackingthird You can listen to Attacking Third on your smart speakers! Simply say "Alexa, play the latest episode of the Attacking Third podcast" or "Hey Google, play the latest episode of the Attacking Third podcast." For more soccer coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/soccer/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Vlatko Andonovski has dropped his USWNT roster for the April window. Sandra Herrera is joined by former USWNT midfielder Lori Lindsey to discuss the roster. They chat about their initial reactions to the players named on the roster and touch on the biggest names missing. Plus, they look at the most surprising additions to the USWNT roster and how Andonovski will fill the center back holes without Becky Sauerbrunn and Tierna Davidson. In the second half of the episode, Sandra Herrera and Lisa Roman preview the mid-week NWSL Challenge Cup matches. First, they discuss the latest injury report across the NWSL including Marta from Orlando Pride, Tierna Davidson from Chicago Red Stars and Lynn Williams of KC Current. They discuss the biggest matches of the night with Washington Spirit vs North Carolina Courage and Portland Thorns vs Angel City (43:29). Portland looks to take control of the West Region with a win and three points over ACFC. The other matches include a homecoming for Ashlyn Harris and Ali Krieger of Gotham FC to face Orlando Pride at Exploria Stadium. Full game previews, analysis and predictions. Watch all NWSL matches on Paramount + 'Attacking Third' is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts. Follow the Attacking Third team on Twitter: @AttackingThird, @SandHerrera_, @LRoman32 Visit the Attacking Third YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/attackingthird You can listen to Attacking Third on your smart speakers! Simply say "Alexa, play the latest episode of the Attacking Third podcast" or "Hey Google, play the latest episode of the Attacking Third podcast." For more soccer coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/soccer/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sandra Herrera and Lisa Roman welcome Lyon star striker Ada Hegerberg to the show ahead of the Women's Champion's League quarterfinal. Ada discusses the team this season, the form heading into the quarterfinal and the pressure OL faces with the historical legacy of winning the title 7 total times. Ada also discusses her injuries and being sidelined from the game for over 20 months and her journey returning to the pitch. Of course, we ask about USWNT stars Lindsey Horan and Catarina Macario and their influence and impact with Lyon. Check out Ada's newest partnership with DAZN as a part of her commitment to getting more eyes on women's sports. : https://dazngroup.com/uefa-womens-champions-league-resumes/ 'Attacking Third' is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts. Follow the Attacking Third team on Twitter: @AttackingThird, @SandHerrera_, @LRoman32 Visit the Attacking Third YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/attackingthird You can listen to Attacking Third on your smart speakers! Simply say "Alexa, play the latest episode of the Attacking Third podcast" or "Hey Google, play the latest episode of the Attacking Third podcast." For more soccer coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/soccer/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sandra Herrera and Lisa Roman roll out the fifth and final episode of their Title IX Tuesday Series. This June celebrates the 50th anniversary of the passing of Title IX - a federal civil rights law passed in 1972 prohibiting sex-based discrimination in any school or other educational program that receives funding from the federal government. Sandra and Lisa welcome Sports Media legend and trailblazer Lesley Visser. Lesley is the only sportscaster - male or female - to have worked on the Network broadcast of the Final Four, The Super Bowl, the World Series, the NBA Finals, The Triple Crown, The Olympics, the U.S. Open, and the World Figure Skating Championship. Lesley discusses getting her start in sports media and how the industry has changed over the last several years. She also discusses how being a female, the first female, to do so many things shaped her as a person and as a journalist. In the second half of the episode, Sandra and Lisa welcome trailblazer, NBC Brooklyn Nets analyst and first solo female TV analyst for the NBA, panelist on “We Need to Talk” Sarah Kustok. Sarah discusses what Title IX means to her, how it helped her as a collegiate athlete and how being an athlete helped her as a sports broadcaster. Sarah talks about the challenges she faced in the industry as the first female NBA Analyst, plus, she discusses being a sideline reporter vs a host vs an analyst and which role she prefers. This Title IX series is done in collaboration with CBS Sports’ “We Need to Talk.” 'Attacking Third' is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts. Follow the Attacking Third team on Twitter: @AttackingThird, @SandHerrera_, @LRoman32 Visit the Attacking Third YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/attackingthird You can listen to Attacking Third on your smart speakers! Simply say "Alexa, play the latest episode of the Attacking Third podcast" or "Hey Google, play the latest episode of the Attacking Third podcast." For more soccer coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/soccer/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Lisa Roman and former USWNT midfielder Lori Lindsey start a new segment with Attacking Third to discuss all things about the United States Women's National Team. First, they do a Q & A Lori - when she played, her position, how she is a color analyst for NWSL, etc (4:06). Then they discuss the evolution of generations in the USWNT, balancing the veterans vs the younger generation of USWNT players (10:31). Then, Lori and Lisa discuss the national team players standing out in the NWSL Challenge Cup right now for 2022 (34:58). 'Attacking Third' is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts. Follow the Attacking Third team on Twitter: @AttackingThird, @SandHerrera_, @LRoman32 Visit the Attacking Third YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/attackingthird You can listen to Attacking Third on your smart speakers! Simply say "Alexa, play the latest episode of the Attacking Third podcast" or "Hey Google, play the latest episode of the Attacking Third podcast." For more soccer coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/soccer/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sandra Herrera and Lisa Roman recap the week 2 slate of matches in the NWSL Challenge Cup. North Carolina Courage secure their second win in as many games. They discuss the Winners and Losers of the weekend highlighting North Carolina Courage, OL Reign and Houston Dash. The losers consist of Orlando Pride, Angel City and Racing Louisville. They discuss the other fixtures with each discussing players, analysis, matchups, and more. Watch all NWSL games on Paramount +. 'Attacking Third' is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts. Follow the Attacking Third team on Twitter: @AttackingThird, @SandHerrera_, @LRoman32 Visit the Attacking Third YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/attackingthird You can listen to Attacking Third on your smart speakers! Simply say "Alexa, play the latest episode of the Attacking Third podcast" or "Hey Google, play the latest episode of the Attacking Third podcast." For more soccer coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/soccer/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Sandra Herrera and Lisa Roman preview the weekend slate of Challenge Cup matches. The Matches of the Weekend include San Diego Wave hosting reigning Challenge Cup champions Portland Thorns, both looking to rise out of the West Region (4:24). Then in first place in the standings, North Carolina Courage hopes to continue their winning streak over Orlando Pride. Sandra and Lisa touch on the Rookies to Watch this weekend in Racing Louisville's Jealin Howell and Chicago Red Stars' Ava Cook (18:04). They preview each match, give predictions, analysis, matchups to watch, and more. Check back on Sunday for a LIVE Challenge Cup Weekend Recap on YouTube. Watch all NWSL games on Paramount +. 'Attacking Third' is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts. Follow the Attacking Third team on Twitter: @AttackingThird, @SandHerrera_, @LRoman32 Visit the Attacking Third YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/attackingthird You can listen to Attacking Third on your smart speakers! Simply say "Alexa, play the latest episode of the Attacking Third podcast" or "Hey Google, play the latest episode of the Attacking Third podcast." For more soccer coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/soccer/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Exclusive interview with Angela Salem, former Portland Thorns midfielder and newest addition to the Washington Spirit coaching staff. Sandra Herrera and Lisa Roman sit down with Angela for the second time on Attacking Third, but this time she has retired as a player and is a new coach with reigning NWSL Champions. Angela discusses the decision to become a coach in the NWSL and how speaking with Spirit head coach Kris Ward helped make that decision early. As a former player who just retired at the start of the 2022 NWSL Preseason, Angela discusses how she hopes to connect with the Spirit players and what impact she wants to make as a coach. 'Attacking Third' is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts. Follow the Attacking Third team on Twitter: @AttackingThird, @SandHerrera_, @LRoman32 Visit the Attacking Third YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/attackingthird You can listen to Attacking Third on your smart speakers! Simply say "Alexa, play the latest episode of the Attacking Third podcast" or "Hey Google, play the latest episode of the Attacking Third podcast." For more soccer coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/soccer/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sandra Herrera and Lisa Roman run through the latest news and notes around the world of women's soccer. They discuss the UEFA Women's Champions League returning with the quarterfinal this week. Sandra and Lisa run through the NWSL Challenge Cup week 1 power rankings. They discuss the power rankings heading into the season and how NWSL 2021 Champions Washington Spirit have dropped significantly in the Power Rankings. Plus, the end with their signature Mailbag Segment, answering the listener's questions. If you have a question for Lisa and Sandra, leave them a 5-star rating and review on Apple Podcasts with a question and they will answer it, 'Attacking Third' is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts. Follow the Attacking Third team on Twitter: @AttackingThird, @SandHerrera_, @LRoman32 Visit the Attacking Third YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/attackingthird You can listen to Attacking Third on your smart speakers! Simply say "Alexa, play the latest episode of the Attacking Third podcast" or "Hey Google, play the latest episode of the Attacking Third podcast." For more soccer coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/soccer/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sandra Herrera and Lisa Roman roll out the fourth episode of their Title IX Tuesday Series. This June celebrates the 50th anniversary of the passing of Title IX - a federal civil rights law passed in 1972 prohibiting sex-based discrimination in any school or other educational program that receives funding from the federal government. Sandra and Lisa welcome trailblazer, CEO of LA28, bringing the Summer Olympics to LA in 2028. Kathy has a strong history with soccer as a former GK at William & Mary and even working for U.S. Soccer. She discusses being the only woman in a room, how she used sport and her experience as a student-athlete to make her a better executive professional. Plus, she talks about personal experiences of gender discrimination. In the second half of the episode, Sandra and Lisa welcome trailblazer, former Oakland Raiders CEO and panelist on “We Need to Talk” Amy Trask to the show to discuss Title IX. Passed during Amy’s lifetime, she discusses how important the law is and how it changed the course of her career. Amy opens up about how hard she had to work to become CEO of an NFL organization, the goals she had starting as an intern, the biggest obstacles she faced and how her leadership skills differ from her male coworkers. This Title IX series is done in collaboration with CBS Sports’ “We Need to Talk.” 'Attacking Third' is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts. Follow the Attacking Third team on Twitter: @AttackingThird, @SandHerrera_, @LRoman32 Visit the Attacking Third YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/attackingthird You can listen to Attacking Third on your smart speakers! Simply say "Alexa, play the latest episode of the Attacking Third podcast" or "Hey Google, play the latest episode of the Attacking Third podcast." For more soccer coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/soccer/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sandra Herrera and Lisa Roman recap the opening weekend of NWSL Challenge Cup after the last match with full analysis. They discuss the biggest match-up rivalries between Angel City and Wave FC, Portland Thorns and OL Reign and an exciting battle between Houston Dash vs Chicago Red Stars. They discuss the biggest 1v1 battle of the weekend and the biggest defensive showing. 'Attacking Third' is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts. Follow the Attacking Third team on Twitter: @AttackingThird, @SandHerrera_, @LRoman32 Visit the Attacking Third YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/attackingthird You can listen to Attacking Third on your smart speakers! Simply say "Alexa, play the latest episode of the Attacking Third podcast" or "Hey Google, play the latest episode of the Attacking Third podcast." For more soccer coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/soccer/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sandra Herrera and Lisa Roman preview the opening weekend of the 2022 NWSL Challenge Cup! All 12 teams kick off the weekend from Friday-Saturday, watch all games on Paramount +. Sandra and Lisa give pregame analysis for each match starting with the Biggest Matchups of the Weekend. On Saturday the two newest expansion clubs in the NWSL Angel City FC and San Diego Wave will play their first match in club history against each other in Los Angeles (10:31). It’s Alex Morgan against Christen Press to see which expansion team will come out on top. On Friday, the biggest rivalry in the league is back, Portland Thorns vs OL Reign. Plus, they take a look at the 2021 Bottom of the Table battle starting the entire Challenge Cup Friday at 7pm ET between Kansas City Current and Racing Louisville (20:20). Sandra and Lisa give their picks for each matchup and touch on players to watch. Join Sandra and Lisa LIVE on YouTube Sunday following the final match for a full Weekend Recap! 'Attacking Third' is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts. Follow the Attacking Third team on Twitter: @AttackingThird, @SandHerrera_, @LRoman32 Visit the Attacking Third YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/attackingthird You can listen to Attacking Third on your smart speakers! Simply say "Alexa, play the latest episode of the Attacking Third podcast" or "Hey Google, play the latest episode of the Attacking Third podcast." For more soccer coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/soccer/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices