In the immediate aftermath of the USWNT's victories over South Korea, Meg Linehan and fellow Athletic writer Steph Yang joined podcast host Tamerra Griffin live from Allianz Field, in St. Paul, MN, for a roundtable discussion of the biggest moments and lessons learned from the first two matches of the Emma Hayes era.

The trio unpack what it was like to witness teenager Lily Yohannes' breathtaking debut? How is Tierna Davidson maturing into a leader and important queer voice on the national team? Which players have nailed down a starting role for this summer's Paris Olympics? And, what has Emma Hayes been trying to get the media and players to understand?

Plus: The thrilling dominance and growth of the U.S. women's deaf national team, and the excitement surrounding the Chicago Red Stars' Wrigley Field debut in the NWSL this weekend.

HOSTS: Tamerra Griffin, Meg Linehan

PRODUCER: Theo Lloyd-Hughes

EXECUTIVE PRODUCER: Emily Olsen

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Articles featured on the show:

Who is Lily Yohannes? The 16-year-old USWNT goal-scorer breaking through at Ajax

USWNT’s transformation under Emma Hayes continues, 16-year-old Lily Yohannes scores in her debut

USWNT Olympic roster prediction 3.0: What we learned from Emma Hayes’ arrival

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