Attacking Third: A CBS Sports Women's Soccer Podcast

Sandra Herrera and Lisa Roman roll out the first 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 USWNT midfielder Sam Mewis to the show to discuss Title IX, how it impacted Sam and what the future of the sport will look like in the next 50 years. Sam discusses her experience playing NCAA Division I soccer, the NWSL’s very first CBA and the most recent news out of U.S. Soccer and USWNT settlement for equal pay. Listen to the entire Attacking Third Title IX Series every single Tuesday in March. 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 prepare for the 2022 NWSL Season with a full Houston Dash preview. Dash head coach James Clarkson is the only NWSL coach to retain his head coaching position after the 2021 season, the 11 other clubs have a different head coach from the 2021 preseason (2:22). Heading into his 4th season, James Clarkson welcomes other members to the front office. They take a look at the biggest roster signings like Maria Sanchez as well as the most detrimental losses like Kristie Mewis (9:03). Sandra and Lisa run through the preseason roster for Houston, highlight any starters for the team, young prospects to keep an eye on and which experienced veteran needs to step up (12:53). The biggest burning question for Houston Dash in 2022: Can this franchise break through and make a first regular-season playoff appearance (24:35)? Listen to hear the A3 projected finish for Houston Dash based on the pre-season roster. In the second half of the episode, Sandra Herrera and Lisa Roman welcome Houston Dash midfielder Shea Groom to discuss her offseason and the start of the 2022 season for Houston (32:56). Shea admits she’s truly starting to feel like a Houstonian, knowing the coffee shops and even giving out restaurant recommendations. Shea discusses the heartbreak for Houston in 2021 not making the playoffs and how the team is hoping to change that for 2022 using the advantage of having the same head coach in James Clarkson as the full 2021 season. '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 prepare for the 2022 NWSL Season with a full OL Reign preview. Head Coach Laura Harvey is back in Washington State with this squad and she has high hopes for 2022 (5:05). They take a look at the biggest roster signings, particularly some re-signings in 2021 MVP Jess Fishlock, Megan Rapinoe, Sofia Huerta and Tziarra King (17:22). A few players departed from OL Reign like Celia, Leah Pruitt and Amber Brooks. Sandra and Lisa run through the preseason roster for OL Reign and highlight the midfield core group and circle and holes that Lauren Harvey may have to fill in 2022. The biggest burning question for OL Reign in 2022: Can Laura Harvey finally win a Championship with OL Reign (25:10)? Listen to hear the A3 projected finish for Houston Dash based on the pre-season roster. In the second half of the episode, Sandra Herrera and Lisa Roman welcome OL Reign defender Alan Cook to discuss her offseason and the start of the 2022 season for OL Reign (30:15). Alana talks about playing with the USWNT as well as OL Reign and how she transitions between the national team and club team play. Alana opens up about having Head Coach Laura Harvey at the helm for this OL Reign team and how the growth on the pitch has already happened. '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 SheBelieves Cup tournament following the final match between USWNT and Iceland (3:06). A brace in the first half from 22-year-old Catarina Macario for the USWNT and then a brace in the second half from Mallory Pugh while Kristie Mewis subbed on in the 85' minute to make it 5-0. This impressive win marks the fifth SheBelieves Cup title and third straight tournament win for the USWNT. '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 inaugural Arnold Clark Cup. The tournament coming down to not just the final matchday but the final match between England and Germany. Canada entered the final matchday in first place after tying England and defeating Germany. The reigning Gold medalists looked to clinch the first-ever Arnold Clark Trophy over Spain but Alexias Puttelas notched a first-half goal for the Spanish side. In the second match, England vs Germany, saw two teams tied at 1 apiece heading into halftime (16:46). But a late second-half tactical adjustment from England and some crafty moves by Lauren Hemp, Fran Kirby and Millie Bright saw the Lionesses defeat Germany 3-1 and win the inaugural Arnold Clark Cup. '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 prepare for the 2022 NWSL Season with a full Angel City FC preview. One of two newest expansion clubs in the NWSL starts their inaugural season with a familiar face at the helm in Nj/NY Gotham FC former head coach Freya Coombe (2:09). Sandra and Lisa run through the front office at Angel City, starting with coach Coombe and the lengthy and impressive list of owners and investors. Because Angel City is an expansion club, they have no detrimental losses and a preseason roster full of big signings including USWNT star Christen Press, MA Vignola, Katie Cousins, Sarah Gorden and Simone Charley (6:45). No NWSL expansion club has come into the league and made the playoffs. The biggest burning question for Angel City heading into their very first season: Can ACFC break the “expansion team” cycle and make the playoffs (20:03)? Listen to hear the A3 projected finish for Angel City based on the pre-season roster and what we know about the head coach Freya Coombe. In the second half of the episode, Sandra Herrera and Lisa Roman welcome Angel City FC forward Jasmyne Spencer to the show (25:34). She discusses her offseason working in her family’s food truck and which Jerk Chicken special is her favorite. Although she’s not cooking the food, she plugs the food truck on Instagram @jamminjerkcuisine, and also her environmental clothing line “Jas it Up”. Jasmyne also discusses being chosen in the expansion draft by ACFC from Houston Draft and who actually broke the news to her. - her niece! Now being in LA for preseason, she opens up about the intensity, training with Christen Press, how being a veteran helps her with an expansion club, gelling with the new players 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

After six years of fighting for equal pay, the U.S. Soccer Federation and the USWNT have agreed to a $24 million settlement in the equal pay lawsuit (1:44). Sandra Herrera and Lisa Roman discuss the timeline dating back to 2016 when Hope Solo, Carli Lloyd and more first raised the question of equal pay to the USSF. In 2019 this lawsuit was officially brought to the courts and has been a long fight for both the USWNT players as well as the U.S. Soccer Federation, creating a hostile relationship between employee and employer. The $24M settlement is contingent on the ratification of a new CBA for the USWNT. Once the CBA is ratified, the approval of the settlement by the courts will be scheduled and the litigation will be fully resolved. Spearheading this fight was USWNT stars Alex Morgan and Megan Rapinoe stated that they fought for equality for the future of the sport. In the second half of the episode, Attacking Third's Lisa Roman joined Poppy Miller on CBS Sports HQ with former USWNT star Aly Wagner to speak with U.S. Soccer Federation President Cindy Parlow Cone about the new settlement between the federation and the USWNT (16:28). Cindy discusses how US Soccer and the players came to this agreement on $24M settlement and what this means for the future of the sport. '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 prepare for the 2022 NWSL Season with a full Chicago Red Stars preview. The Red Stars start the 2022 preseason without a named head coach but did add new front office members during the offseason (3:29). They run through Chicago’s changes during the offseason, mainly adding a lot of younger players to the pre-season roster along with the biggest signing of Yuki Nagasato, traded back to Chicago after one season with Racing Louisville (9:33). In terms of the losses, Chicago suffered hard hits trading away Julie Ertz, Sarah Gorden, Katie Johnson and Kelsey Turnbow to name a few (14:02). The biggest burning question for Chicago heading into 2022: Can Chicago maintain their legacy as the league continues to grow (33:10)? Listen to hear the A3 projected finish for the Red Stars based on the pre-season roster, new signings and biggest losses. In the second half of the episode, Sandra Herrera and Lisa Roman welcome Chicago Red Stars midfielder Danielle Colaprico (39:40). Danielle discusses her offseason, spending time with her family back home in New Jersey and how the team had to start preseason without a head coach. She discusses her role in the Red Stars midfield, what she’s learned during her years in the NWSL and the advice she passes along to Rookies. Danielle also pumps up her midfield partner Morgan Gautrat who is currently with the USWNT for the SheBelieves Cup. *This episode and interview were recorded before Chicago Red Stars announced the naming of new head coach Chris Petrucelli* '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 USWNT vs New Zealand, the second of three matches in the SheBelieves Cup. They discuss the difference in starting lineups from Thursday's match vs the Czech Republic and Sunday's vs New Zealand. The USA ended the first half up 3-0 over the Kiwis, yet didn't find the back of the net (14:46). All three goals came from New Zealand own goals, forced by great offensive pressure from the US. The second half saw goals from Ashley Hatch and Mallory Pugh, Hatch being the first to score a USWNT goal in 2022. '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 prepare for the 2022 NWSL Season with a full Kansas City Current preview (2:11). While trying not to crack too many current water puns, they run through the roster starting with new head coach Matt Potter and new hires in Cami Levin as the General Manager. Sandra and Lisa label KC’s Biggest Roster Signings in the offseason, deciding between Sam Mewis and Lynn Williams, and name the most Detrimental Losses for the Current in sending Darian Jenkins to Orlando. With a lot of changes in the offseason, KC needs to rely on veteran leadership from midfielder Lo’eau LaBonta to bring the team together. The biggest burning question for Kansas City heading into 2022: Will the hype for KC Current translate to the pitch? Listen to hear the A3 projected finish for Racing based on the pre-season roster, new signings and biggest losses. In the second half of the episode, Sandra Herrera and Lisa Roman welcome Kansas City Current midfielder and defender Kristen Edmonds (30:53). Kristen discusses her offseason, spending time with her family back home in Jersey and now starting preseason in Florida with the Current. She discusses that despite the big changeover from last season in KC to this season, with new coaching staff, front office staff, the team is really hype and is very excited to see what the season brings. The team is hoping to build off of the end of 2021 season and grow with the new players in 2022. '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 inaugural Arnold Clark Cup (4:06)They discuss the origin of the cup, hosted by England and welcome fellow Top-10 ranked nations Canada, Spain and Germany to compete in a round-robin style tournament from February 17-23. They go through each team and discuss the biggest matchups, players to watch and how these matches help prepare the teams for World Cup qualifications, CONCACAF W Championship for Canada (23:33) and then the Women’s Euros for Spain (15:11), Germany (20:03) and England (9:52), '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 prepare for the 2022 NWSL Season with a full Racing Louisville preview (5:03) They run through the roster starting with new head coach Kim Björkegren. Sandra and Lisa label Racing’s Biggest Roster Signings in the offseason (5:!7), the most Detrimental Losses for Racing including Savannah McCaskill and Yuki Nagasato (10:27). Louisville welcomes many draft picks, non-roster invitees and rookies to their preseason roster. Sandra and Lisa look at the list of new players and name their Young Prospect (16:49) of the squad and which veteran needs to step up with their Essential Experience (20:23). The biggest burning question for Racing Louisville heading into 2022: Can they improve upon last year (24:46)? Listen to hear the A3 projected finish for Racing based on the pre-season roster, new signings and biggest losses. The second half of the episode, Sandra Herrera and Lisa Roman welcome Racing Louisville midfielder Lauren Milliet to the show (30:29). Lauren discusses her busy offseason and shares her engagement story! She also reflects on the first few weeks of the preseason with new head coach Kim Björkegren, how he is very family-oriented but on the pitch is focusing a lot of being more attacking-minded and getting numbers higher up the field. She reflects on how she can join the attack this year by getting on the half-turn and taking more shots. Also, Lauren discusses playing with so many rookies and the adjustment period from the college game to the NWSL. '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 USWNT SheBelieves Cup set to kick off on Thursday, February 17. The United States welcomes the Czech Republic, Iceland and New Zealand to California and Texas for the first matches of 2022 for America (9:53). Sandra and Lisa discuss the latest roster changes for the Cup by head coach Vlatko Andinovski adding forward Trinity Rodman and midfielder Jealin Howell (3:54). Plus, they pick their favorites to get a start in the three matches (19:00). The second half of the interview, Sandra and Lisa are joined by USWNT forward Lynn Williams and CBS Sports HQ host Poppy Miller to chat about the tournament (29:15). Lynn discusses how the USWNT looks, how they are preparing to face the competition and she discusses her time with her new NWSL club Kansas City Current. Catch the full video of the interview on Attacking Third YouTube and on CBS Sports HQ. '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 prepare for the 2022 NWSL Season with a full Orlando Pride preview. They run through the roster starting with new head coach from UCLA Amanda Cromwell and her staff. Sandra and Lisa label their Biggest Roster Signings for the Pride in the offseason, the most Detrimental Losses for Orlando and take a shot at their starting IX based on the preseason roster (5:57). They look at the young players signed and name the Young Prospect of the squad (14:50) and which veteran needs to step up as with their Essential Experience (17:26). The biggest burning question for Orlando Pride heading into 2022: Will they lean into their rebuild (24:37)? Listen to hear the A3 projected finish for the Pride based on the pre-season roster, new signings and biggest losses. The second half of the episode, Sandra and Lisa welcome Orlando Pride forward Darian Jenkins to the show (33:37). Despite being traded from Kansas City in the offseason, Darian discusses being with the Pride and the comfort of being back with her collegiate coaching staff from UCLA in Amanda Cromwell and Sam Greene. She gives her thoughts on the league’s structural change with the CBA, how she stays ready off the field, and she opens up about why she has a sports psychologist and how it’s helped her on the field. '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 prepare for the 2022 NWSL Season with a full Portland Thorns preview. They run through the roster starting with new head coach Rhain Wilkinson and new GM Karina LeBlanc (2:41). Sandra and Lisa label their Biggest Roster Signings for the Thorns in the offseason, the most Detrimental Losses for Portland, which area of the field needs the most work and who is listed on their pre-season roster (8:01). They predict starting lineup, name the Young Prospect of the squad and which veteran needs to step up as with their Essential Experience (19:46). The biggest burning question for Portland Thorns heading into 2022: Who will be the key to Portland's midfield (30:27)? Listen to hear the A3 projected finish for the Thornsbased on the pre-season roster, new signings and biggest losses. Then, they welcome USWNT and Portland Thorns forward Sophia Smith to the show (35:42). Smith discusses her offseason spent with family but recovering from a concussion suffered during her time with the USWNT. She opens up about working with a new head coach in Rhain Wilkinson and what Wilkinson will bring to the Thorns in 2022. She also discusses her personal experiences in three years in the league and what she's learned about herself and about the professional game. Then, Sophia talks about the USWNT SheBelieves Cup and the current roster skewing younger and different 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 prepare for the 2022 NWSL Season with a full North Carolina Courage Preview. They run through the roster starting with new head coach Sean Nahas and his staff. Sandra and Lisa label their Biggest Roster Signings for Courage in the offseason, the most Detrimental Losses for Courage and who is listed on their pre-season roster. They predict starting lineup, name the Young Prospect of the squad and which veteran needs to step up as with their Essential Experience. The biggest burning question for North Carolina heading into 2022: Who will be their star striker? Listen to hear the A3 projected finish for North Carolina based on the pre-season roster, new signings and biggest losses. The second half of the episode features an exclusive interview with Courage and USWNT Goalkeeper Casey Murphy. Casey discusses the first week of the preseason, the team physicals, the housing market for the Courage, and the first few days of the preseason with two-a-days. Casey discusses her relationship with Courage head coach Sean Nahas starting with the United States youth national teams. Casey also talks about coming in and out of USWNT camps and rosters and switching to club NWSL training. She discusses her take on the 2022 season, her game routine and her personal goals in the NWSL and with the US Women's National Team. North Carolina Courage Preview (4:33) Breakout Roster Signings (9:30) Biggest Losses (12:17) Young Courage Prospect (27:28) Essential Courage Experience (30:50) Who will be Courage's star striker? (35:40) Casey Murphy Interview (43:55) 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 discuss the latest news in the NWSL. Former Chicago Red Stars head coach Rory Dames was accused of sexual misconduct by former youth players through Eclipse Soccer Club. Players come forward about years of verbal and emotional abuse by Dames as well as sexual misconduct, inappropriate touching and manipulation with young soccer players starting as young as 10 years old. Then, Sandra and Lisa discuss the latest in the Washington Spirit Ownership Saga, Y. Michele Kang has officially gained full control of the NWSL club and Steve Baldwin has sold his shares to her. ***DISCLAIMER: This episode contains graphic details about child abuse and sexual misconduct towards minors. '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 prepare for the 2022 NWSL Season with a full NJ/Y Gotham FC Preview. They run through the roster starting with new head coach Scott Parkinson and his staff. Sandra and Lisa label their Biggest Roster Signings for Gotham in the offseason, the most Detrimental Losses for Gotham and who is listed on their pre-season roster. They predict starting lineup, name the Young Prospect of the squad and which veteran needs to step up as with their Essential Experience. The biggest burning question for NJ/NY heading into 2022: Can Gotham deliver when it matters? Listen to hear the A3 projected finish for Gotham FC based on the pre-season roster, new signings and biggest losses. THEN, the second half of the episode features an exclusive interview with Gotham midfielder McCall Zerboni. McCall discusses her role in helping to ratify the league's first-ever CBA ahead of the 2022 season. Plus, she discusses the Gotham preseason, playing alongside goalkeeper Ashlyn Harris, defender Ali Krieger and midfielder Kristie Mewis. McCall opens up about her personal goals for the NWSL season and how excited she is to work with head coach Scott Parkinson for a full year. NJ/NU Gotham FC Preview (3:51) Breakout Roster Signings (7:44) Biggest Losses (14:14) Young Gotham Prospect (24:00) Essential Gotham Experience: (27:57) Can Gotham deliver when it matters? (31:18) McCall Zerboni Interview (38:15) '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

Sandra Herrera and Lisa Roman break down the latest in the world of women’s soccer. The United States Women’s National Team is set to play their first matches of 2022 (3:15) and head coach Vlatko Andonovski has named his 23-player roster (5:01). Sandra and Lisa discuss the biggest names missing from the roster (10:01) - Sam Mewis, Alex Morgan, Trinity Rodman - and highlight some of the players called up that deserve recognition (19:46). They discuss formation possibilities with midfielder Cat Macario and forward Margaret Purce (23:39). Then, they discuss the latest news in the sport starting with the 2021 NWSL Rookie of the Year Trinity Rodman making history with her $1.1 Million 4-year contract with Washington Spirit (28:27. Injury updates around the NWSL including Chicago’s forward Kealia Watt (33:03), Angel City’s midfielder Julie Ertz(41:36) and then honoring the career of now-retired Portland Thorns midfielder Angela Salem (34:01). Former USWNT stars Hope Solo and Shannon Boxx were added to the Soccer Hall of Fame (43:15) and English footballers received a historical contract upgrade (44:16). Lastly, they discuss the incredible AFC Asian Women’s Cup results and Sandra gives her pick for the 5th nation to qualify for the Women’s World Cup in 2023 (45:10). '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 welcome former USWNT stars and NWSL players Yael Averbuch West and Lori Lindsey to discuss the historic CBA ratified ahead of the 2022 season. Both Yael and Lori touch on their playing days, their highest salaries and how proud they are of the current players for finding their voice and fighting for what they deserve. Yael heIped found the NWSL Players Association when she was a player and then served on the board as executive director for years. Yael recounts her time on the board and how the goals of the PA have shifted over the past few years to truly progress the league and make it better. Both Lori and Yael discuss the biggest points of the CBA and how it changes the women's game in the United States forever. '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 NWSL PA representative Merritt Mathias to the podcast. Merritt was an active part of the CBA negotiations and helped the players association come to terms of a deal for the league’s first-ever CBA ahead of its 10th season. Merritt discusses how she got involved with the Players Association, her personal fight for a CBA, the most important points of the deal and how it feels heading into 2022 NWSL preseason with rights. Merritt's involvement in the CBA (2:48) Free Agency (10:28) A standard for Fields (14:58) Threatening a strike (29:33) Announcement of the CBA (35:07) '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

After months of meetings, over 400 hours of negotiations, the NWSL and the NWSL Players Association have agreed on its first-ever historic Collective Bargaining Agreement ahead of the 10th NWSL season. Sandra Herrera and Lisa Roman break down the terms of the CBA, the timing of the announcement on the night before preseason and how this CBA changes the future of women's soccer. '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 discuss the latest news in the world of women's soccer. More loose framework about the NWSL Challenge Cup and Regular Season Schedule comes out. The Chicago Red Stars announce they will not have a head coach to start the 2022 NWSL preseason. The original deadline the club assigned themselves of January 2022 has passed and they cannot "find a candidate that our players deserve." The Red Stars did hire a new GM in former NWSL player Michelle Lomnicki. Other NWSL clubs have re-signings - Christine Sinclaire, Rose Lavelle, Megan Rapinoe. The NWSL says goodbye to Lindsey Horan who is going overseas and former USWNT star Amy Rodriguez who is heading to USC as an assistant coach. Plus, does Orlando Pride have enough players to field a team? NWSL Schedule (2:39) Chicago Red Stars Head coach (9:37) New GM (18:26) Portland Thorns (26:38) Orlando Pride (34:55) Amy Rodriguez (39:47) OL Reign (43:55) '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 discuss the latest updates in the world of women’s soccer. The NWSL Players Association demands that the league agrees on a deal for a collective bargaining agreement ahead of the 10th NWSL season, or the players will not report to their respective clubs for preseason on February 1. They discuss the process for securing a CBA, the best-case scenario and what happens if the players strike. Next, Sandra and Lisa update the ongoing Washington Spirit ownership battle between Steve Baldwin and Y. Michele Kang. Baldwin sent a letter to NWSL owners discussing accusations of misconduct by Kang. Plus, they give a round-up of the AFC Women’s Cup - which teams got out of the Group Stages, what happened to India and who moves on to the quarterfinals. Watch all AFC Women’s Cup matches on Paramount+ and catch full extended highlights on the Attacking Third YouTube page. NWSL Players Association CBA (3:25) Washington Spirit Ownership Saga (25:35) Steve Baldwin Writes Letter (33:23) Asian Women's Cup (41:22) '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 Sweedish International Sofia Jakobsson to the show. San Diego Wave FC traded with Bayern Munich for the striker and aim to make a 3-year deal with Jakobsson. Sofia discusses her long European soccer career in Germany, France, Sweden and England, and how that will help her when joining the NWSL. Although she is joining the NWSL Expansion Club, Sofia discusses how the Wave has already acquired so many top players in Alex Morgan and Abby Dahlkemper that she thinks they can make a big impact in the league this season. '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 Mexican international forward Maria Sanchez to the show. Maria was drafted in 2019 to the Chicago Red Stars but ended up transferring to Liga MX Femenil for the 2020-2021 season. She tried to return to the NWSL in 2021 but only did so on a short loan with Houston Dash. Maria discusses her time in Mexico, her World Cup 2023 hopes and what she looks to bring to the NWSL. '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, notes and updates in the world of women’s soccer. They discuss the latest signings, trades and contract renewals within the NWSL (4:32). San Diego Wave FC signs the club’s first two midfielders, Emily van Edmond and Taylor Korniak from Orlando Pride while also making a move for Sweedish international Sofia Jakobsson (4:46). Although Orlando Pride looks to be losing more players than they are gaining, they sign forward Darian Jenkins and announce the addition of Michelle Akers to Amanda Cromwell’s coaching staff (13:23). Gotham, OL Reign and Kansas City announce a slew of contract renewals and extensions from Margarate Purce to Kristin Edmonds (32:49). The FIFAPRO World XI was announced and despite being player-voted, not a single Barcelona player is honored (36:55). Plus, they discuss the latest in the NWSL Coaching updates and all they know on Chicago Red Stars hiring a new coach ahead of the 2022 season (43:48). '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 The Athletic's women soccer writer Steph Yang (@Thrace on Twitter) to the podcast to preview the AFC Asian Women's Cup in 2022. The tournament starts on January 20 and the final will take place on Sunday, February 6, matches can be viewed on Paramount +. Group A is India, the host country, China PR, Iran, Chinese Taipei. Group B is Australia, Indonesia, Thailand, Phillippines. Group C is Japan, Mynmar, South Korea and Vietnam. Sandra, Lisa and Steph run through each group to give their favorites, underdogs and some facts about the nations. Matches start Thursday, January 20 on Paramount + Quarterfinals - January 30 on Paramount+ Semifinals - February 3 on Paramount+ Final on Sunday, February 6 on Paramount+ AFC Details (2:53) GROUP A (4:19) GROUP B (10:08) GROUP C (23:18) '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 an extensive update in the Washington Spirit ownership saga. Most recently reported is that Y. Michele Kang has made official moments to gain majority ownership of the club from Steve Baldwin. Sandra and Lisa give a recap of the entire Spirit front office and ownership story as it unfolded in August 2021. The current conversations have a deadline of February 1 - when the NWSL reports to preseason and the Spirit players will be reunited for the first time since winning the 2021 NWSL Championship. Plus, they discuss what this means for the future of the club and what could potentially happen next. Washington Spirit Ownership Recap (4:52) Y. Michele Kang Gains Majority Ownership (14:57) The Future of the Spirit (23:19) '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 United States women’s national team head coach Vlatko Andonovski named his 26-person roster ahead of the legendary January Camp (2:38). Sandra Herrera and Lisa Roman discuss the original 25-player roster, the amendments made removing a player due to injury and then adding two more NWSL stars to a final number of 26 players (3:48). They discuss the biggest names that are absent from the list, such as Alex Morgan and Julie Ertz (15:47). Plus, they discuss the most notable call-ups, like new 2022 draftee’s Naomi Girma and Jealin Howell as well as NWSL Rookie of the Year Trinity Rodman (24:11). This roster drops ahead of the camp, set to run in Austin, TX from January 19-28. The camp will not feature any international matches, instead, the first matches for the USWNT in 2022 will come in the SheBelieves Cup in February. January Camp Info (2:38) USWNT Roster (3:48) Biggest names missing (15:47) Notable Call-Ups (24:11) '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

United States women's national team and Kansas City forward Lynn Williams joins Sandra Herrera to discuss her latest trade from North Carolina Courage to the Current. Williams discusses her conversation with the Courage to find another challenge with a different team in the NWSL. She discusses her USWNT and club team goals heading into 2022 and how much 2021 taught her on the pitch and in her everyday life. Williams is currently in Australia playing for The Melbourn Victory in the W-League, so she gives us a coastal tour of Australia while explaining her desire to play in Australia for the NWSL off-season. '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 discuss the latest news, trades, updates, notes, etc from the NWSL, FA WSL and more. Kansas City Current has been busy this offseason acquiring big players to turn their 2021 last-place season around. Most recently, the Current acquire USWNT forward Lynn Williams in a trade with the North Carolina Courage and hire a new general manager and goalkeeper coach. The Courage also made moves of their own, signing Brazilian International forward Kerolin Nicoli Israel Ferraz. Gotham FC resigns NWSL 2021 Defender of the Year Caprice Dydasco, Kansas City sends forward Darian Jenkins to Orlando Pride and forward Yuki Nagasato heads home to Chicago Red Stars from Racing Louisville. On the other side of the world, FA WSL matchday 11 proved for some big upsets with Birmingham City destroying Arsenal's undefeated season 2-0 in Birmingham's first win of the 2021-2022 season. They discuss the trades, news and more! **Nj/NY Gotham FC has also signed goalkeeper Michelle Betos. Betos was released from Racing Louisville earlier this offseason** ** Kansas City Current hire Matt Potter as new Head Coach, more info on Potter coming this week** Kansas City Current Trade Updates (3:10) North Carolina Courage Trade Updates (17:11) Gotham FC Trade Updates (22:49) Chicago Red Stars Trade Updates (25:43) FA WSL Updates (32:45) 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 CONCACAF W Championship, the qualifiers for the 2023 Women's World Cup. The group stages continue on February 16, with the top teams in the 6 groups being Mexico, Costa Rica and Jamaica. As the top two nations, the United States and Canada receive a first-round bye straight to the W Championship. The winner of the W Championship will automatically qualify for the 2023 Women's World Cup and the 2024 Paris Summer Olympic Games. CONCACAF W Championship (4:47) Nations Competing (13:38) '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 an update from the world of women's football from around the world! They discuss the latest announcement from the USWNT, the SheBelieve's Cup schedule is OUT! New Zealand, the Czech Republic and Iceland are the three teams that are traveling to the states in February for the international friendlies. Also, U.S. Soccer's former president Carlos Cordeiro announces he is running for USSF President again in March. Plus, NWSL news - from new signings of Maria Sanchez to the Houston Dash, shoutouts to players becoming moms and they discuss if the Utah Royals could be making a return to the league. Then Sandra and Lisa take a look across the pond to discuss the trade rumors, Chelsea being knocked out of WCL and the FA WSL Covid outbreaks. SheBelieves Cup (3:05) Cordeiro for USSF President (15:01) Utah Royals Return (19:46) New NWSL Signings (29:07 European Football Update (26:08) '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 excitedly prepare for the 2022 season of soccer. From 12 teams in the NWSL, to FA WSL coverage coming to CBS Sports and Women's World Cup Qualifiers taking over this summer, there is so much football to discuss. 2022 NWSL Schedule (3:04) FA WSL (15:59) 2023 World Cup Qualifiers (20:45) '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 start the new year with a Mailbag Episode! They answer all of the questions from YOU - listeners and watches of Attacking Third. They address the future stars of the USWNT from the current college players to those recently drafted. Sandra also addresses insider info about the Chicago Red Stars - trades, injury reports, future of the team, etc. Plus, they discuss how abuse is handled in the NWSL and the newest expansion club's rosters from San Diego Wave and Angel City FC. If you have a question for Sandra and Lisa, please leave a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts with your question and they will answer it! Future of USWNT (7:43) Chicago Red Stars Update (19:49) NWSL Abuse (25:36) 29:29 California Rosters (29:45) '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

After ending the year with a 2021 USWNT look-back, Sandra Herrera and Lisa Roman use this episode to look ahead at the U.S. Women's National Team in 2022 and the biggest establishing year for the team. They discuss the SheBelieves Cup, World Cup Qualifiers and the January Camp hosted by Vlatko Andonovski showcasing promising young talent. Sandra and Lisa run through the January Camp wishlist and pick out the biggest names that will be called and which players might not be called into the prestigious camp. 2022 Schedule (2:21) January Camp Roster Wishlist (14:01) '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

As we prepare for 2022 and the New Year, Sandra Herrera and Lisa Roman reflect on 2021 and the USWNT. They discuss the top 3 moments for the USWNT in 2021 from the Tokyo Olympics to Carli Lloyd's retirement to the newest wave of young talent coming into the senior national 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 2022 NWSL Draft #1 overall pick Naomi Girma to the show. The defender out of Stanford was drafted to San Diego Wave FC, the newest expansion club in the league. Naomi discusses where she was during the draft, how she celebrated, how she's looking forward to learning from Abby Dahlkemper and her new professional game-day routine. '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

Angel City FC head coach Freya Coombe joined Sandra Herrera and Lisa Roman to discuss everything involving launching a new club in the NWSL. Coombe discusses her decision to leave Gotham FC to join Angel City, how she chose players in the Expansion and NWSL Drafts and what she see's in the new draft picks she chose - Hope Breslin, Lily Nabet and Miri Taylor. Coombe opens up about her tactical plan for 2022 with Angel City and how the players fit the mold of the team she is building. Plus, she discloses her favorite holiday treat - The Dish! '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 Washington Spirit announced Monday morning that acting head coach Kris Ward has been promoted to the permanent head coach position ahead of the 2022 season. Sandra Herrera and Lisa Roman discuss the promotion for Ward and his success in the 2021 season. Ward took over as acting head coach of Spirit in August and went 9-2-3 since he started - both losses coming as COVID-19 forfeit - and ultimately winning the NWSL Championship for the first time in club history. 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

NWSL Players Association executive director Meghann Burke and former NWSL Kansas City Current player, now PA Business Agent, Sydney Miramontez join Sandra Herrera and Lisa Roman for an exclusive interview. They discuss Sydney's new full-time role with the PA, the most recent emergency fund initiative to support the players and the current state of the CBA negotiations with the players' union. National Emergency Trust (3:37) CBA (14:30) To Support the Players, visit: https://supporttheplayers.net/ '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 join you LIVE after the 2022 NWSL Draft to recap the biggest and best picks. They discuss the top 5 overall picks in the NWSL draft, the biggest surprises throughout the drafts and the trades that occurred during the NWSL Draft. Plus, they discuss the new 2022 NWSL Schedule Framework that was announced between the First and Second Rounds. '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 2022 NWSL Expansion Draft between Angel City FC and San Diego Wave FC. They discuss the biggest players drafted to each expansion club and break down the current roster for each club. They discuss the Expansion Draft and which club scored higher. Then, they recap the post-draft trades that happened between NWSL clubs. NWSL Expansion Draft Picks (30:07) NWSL Trades (32.38) '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 NWSL Analyst and former USWNT star Lori Lindsey onto the show to preview the 2022 NWSL Draft. They cover the draft rules, the draft order starting with San Diego Wave FC and ask Lori her biggest picks heading into Saturday's NWSL Draft. They discuss the top prospects of the 2022 draft including Jaelin Howell, Naomi Girma, Mia Fishel and Diana Ordoñez. Plus, they discuss who was left off of the registration list and which players are "sleepers" and might not be drafted in the first or second round but could make a huge impact in the league. Watch the full NWSL 2022 Draft on Saturday, December 18 at 2pm ET on CBS Sports HQ, CBS Sports Network and Paramount +. Subscribe to Attacking Third to catch our LIVE Draft Recap on Saturday. Q&A with Lori Lindsey (2:59) Biggest 2022 NWSL Draft Picks (23:58) '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

San Diego Wave FC announces the signing of USWNT forward Alex Morgan from Orlando Pride. Lisa Roman welcomes Canadian International and former NWSL teammate of Alex Morgan Kaylyn Kyle to the show. They discuss what 2x World Cup Champion and Olympic Gold Medalist Alex Morgan's move to San Diego means for Orlando and the expansion club Wave FC. '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 NWSL Reporter Marisa Pilla to preview the 2022 NWSL Expansion Draft. They discuss Marisa's preparation for the Expansion Draft, preparing for two teams vs just one, altering from an in-person draft to virtual and how she plans to conduct virtual interviews. Plus, they dive into the Expansion Draft rules, how they've changed since the trade deadline has ended, the protected players, unprotected players and which US Allocated Players will most likely be drafted to the new expansion clubs. Q&A with Marisa Pilla (4:08) Expansion Draft Predictions ( 26:52) '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 take a look at the 2021 NWSL Season and the nominees for Best Assist, Best Sill, Best Save and Best Goal. They break down the plays that led to the nominations and discuss the winners. You, the fans and listeners, voted on the winners this week on Twitter and Sandra and Lisa just discuss the results, plus give their own input of the winners. Best Assist (5:44) Best Skill (10:01) Best Goal (19:15) Best Save (25:42) '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

Orlando Pride announces the hire of new head coach Amanda Cromwell, the third head coach in Orlando's history. Racing Louisville announces the hire of new head coach Kim Björkegren, former UEFA Women's Champions League coach. Sandra Herrera and Lisa Roman discuss the breaking news and what this means for the new clubs. They talk about Cromwell's and Björkegren's history coaching and playing and why they make a good fit for the NWSL. Orlando Pride hires Amanda Cromwell (2:33) Racing Louisville hires Kim Björkegren (8:04) '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

Sandra Herrera and Lisa Roman run through all of the trades happening in the 2021 NWSL trade window. With two new expansion clubs coming into the league next season in San Diego Wave FC and Angel City FC, the existing teams in the NWSL are looking to protect their rosters ahead of the Expansion draft with trades of their own. Sandra and Lisa run through the biggest trades of the offseason, the winners and losers of the trades and which coaching positions are still vacant. Plus, they address all of the trade rumors, which teams they benefit and which big players are still excepted to make moves. Trade Fun Facts (4:41) Biggest Trades (12:21) Winners and Losers of the Trade Window (22:52) Coaching Vacancies in the NWSL (38:28) '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