Attacking Third: A CBS Sports Women's Soccer Podcast

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A women's soccer show from CBS Sports covering the NWSL, WSL, US Women's National Team and more. Attacking Third will bring you insider analysis, commentary, preview & recaps while tackling the biggest news stories from the sport you love. Hosts Jenny Chiu, Lisa Carlin, Jordan Angeli, Darian Jenkins and Sandra Herrera welcome a rotating cast of guests from former and current players for interviews and analysis. Watch Attacking Third LIVE on CBS Sports' Golazo Network Monday, Wednesday and Friday at 4pm ET. This is your podcast for the latest news and stories from the world of soccer.

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12.10.2023 Introducing Call It What You Want Download and follow Call It What You Want on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you get your podcasts! The CBS Sports Golazo Network presents Call It What You Want, a weekly podcast where Jimmy Conrad, Jesse Marsch and Charlie Davies ...
12.09.2023 US & Mexico team up for WC 2027 bid, Arsenal vs Chelsea preview, Gisele Thompson signs with Angel City, Challenge Cup now single match (Soccer 12/08) Jenny Chiu, Sandra Herrera, Lisa Carlin, and Darian Jenkins kick of the show with all the latest news from the women's game including the United States and Mexico proposing a joint bid for the 2027 Women's World Cup, Mapi León ...
12.07.2023 USWNT complete comeback vs China, Shaw plays hometown hero, Coffey nets first international goal (Soccer 12/05) Lisa Carlin and Sandra Herrera react to the USWNT coming back down a goal against China in their second friendly by scoring two unanswered. Our hosts discuss why it took so long to get things going tonight, the adjustments China ...
12.05.2023 Caroline Seger announces international retirement, Sarah Lowdon leaves Houston Dash, 2025 Euros in Switzerland, USWNT breezes past China (Soccer 12/04) Jenny Chiu, Lisa Carlin, Sandra Herrera, and Darian Jenkins discuss the latest news in the women’s game including Caroline Seger announcing her retirement from international play, Sarah Lowden formally leaving the Houston Dash, and the 2025 Euros taking place in ...
12.03.2023 USWNT vs. China reaction \| Smith, Horan and Rodman carry USA to easy friendly win (Soccer 12/02) Sandra Herrera and Lisa Carlin join Jenny Chiu to react to the USWNT match today against China. They break it all down and discuss the veteran leadership in the match, all the first time capped players making their debut, and ...
12.01.2023 Sam Mewis departs KC Current, Bev Yanez takes over at Racing Louisville, USWNT vs China preview, Mexico’s recent woes (Soccer 12/01) Jenny Chiu, Lisa Carlin, Sandra Herrera, and Christine Cupo discuss the latest news in the women’s game including Sam Mewis’ long-term injury ending her time at KC, Imani Dorsey leaving Gotham for Utah, and Bev Yanez being hired as Racing ...
11.27.2023 Bunny Shaw puts on a show, BK Häcken upset Real Madrid, Mead means business with brace, Bristol City set attendance record (Soccer 11/27) Jenny Chiu, Sandra Herrera, and Darian Jenkins kick off the show by discussing the results of the WSL including Bunny Shaw's hat-trick in fifteen minutes, Chelsea continuing to pile on the goals, and Beth Mead's return to the score sheet ...
11.24.2023 Midge Purce on Gotham’s NWSL title, missing out on the World Cup, Carli Lloyd’s USWNT remarks, going to Harvard (Kickin' It) Download and follow Kickin’ It on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you get your podcasts! Kate Abdo, Clint Dempsey, Charlie Davies and Mo Edu welcome in the recently-crowned NWSL Championship MVP Midge Purce to talk about NJ/NY Gotham’s remarkable season, ...
11.20.2023 Omissions and additions to USWNT, Matt Crocker on Emma Hayes, Lauren James' heroic hat-trick, NWSL offseason underway (Soccer 11/20) Jenny Chiu, Sandra Herrera, and Darian Jenkins discuss the latest USWNT roster drop, the notable changes, first call-ups, and how Emma Hayes and current interim coach Twila Kilgore collaborated on said roster (1:40). Then, we listen in on Sporting Director ...
11.17.2023 Gotham FC excludes fans in title celebration, Alex Loera joins to talk Bay FC, UWCL Recap, Manchester Derby at the weekend (Soccer 11/17) Jenny Chiu, Lisa Carlin, and Sandra Herrera discuss Gotham FC’s big flub in celebrating their NWSL Championship without their fans, if there is still time to fix things, and how teams should handle this new era of the NWSL as ...
11.15.2023 Emma Hayes officially appointed to USWNT as manager, Kilgore remains interim until May 2024, Alex Loera joins Bay FC (Soccer 11/15) Jenny Chiu, Lisa Carlin, and Sandra Herrera discuss the breaking news out of Bay FC’s camp having traded for Alex Loera from KC Current (1:09). Then, the group talk about Emma Hayes and USWNT making it official, when the new ...
11.13.2023 NWSL Final attendance record broken, Gotham FC takes the title, Arsenal with six strike comeback, upcoming UCL preview (Soccer 11/13) Jenny Chiu, Lisa Carlin, Jordan Angeli, and Darian Jenkins discuss NWSL Final, the atmosphere, skills challenge, fanjets, and the impressive attendance (1:23). Next, Sandra Herrera is welcomed in to talk about the players that stepped up for Gotham FC to ...
11.12.2023 Gotham FC win NWSL Championship, Krieger crowned in final game, Rapinoe exits early with injury, Midge Purce wins MVP (Soccer 11/12/23) Jenny Chiu, Lisa Carlin, and KC Current's Lo'eau LaBonta breakdown the NWSL Championship match between Gotham FC and OL Reign starting with Gotham being crowned champions, going worst to first, the will to win for Aly Krieger, and Megan Rapinoe's ...
11.10.2023 NWSL Championship preview: OL Reign vs NY/NJ Gotham \| Megan Rapinoe and Ali Krieger face off in final career match (Soccer 11/10/23) Jenny Chiu, Lisa Carlin and Christine Cupo begin proceedings by discussing potential landing spots for Crystal Dunn as the USWNT star departs Portland Thorns (01:30), and look ahead to two big WSL matchups as Tottenham host Liverpool and Arsenal travel ...
11.06.2023 Emma Hayes expectations with USWNT, OL Reign vs Gotham FC showdown set, NWSL Best XI announced (Soccer 11/06) Jenny Chiu, Lisa Carlin, Jordan Angeli, and Darian Jenkins discuss the news of Emma Hayes reportedly taking over the USWNT next summer, what she brings to the table, and if hiring yet another club coach is the right move (1:16). ...
11.03.2023 NWSL announce inaugural Skills Challenge, Sandra Herrera's dream final matchup rankings, Arsenal vs. Man City preview (Soccer 11/03) Jenny Chiu, Lisa Carlin, Jordan Angeli, and Darian Jenkins discuss the latest in women's soccer news including Becki Tweed's official head coaching role at Angel City, UEFA announcing new awards at next year's Ballon d'Or, the inaugural Skills Challenge coming ...
11.01.2023 Olivia Moultrie talks pro career, Endler retires from Chile, England on precipice of missing Olympics, Beth Mead’s Arsenal return, “In the Mixer” with A3 (Soccer 11/01) Jenny Chiu, Lisa Carlin, Jordan Angeli, and Darian Jenkins discuss the latest news including Christine Endler’s sudden retirement from Chile’s international team, NWSL’s expansion draft announcement, and Beth Mead’s return for Arsenal (2:30). Then, Sandra Herrera then joins to discuss ...
10.30.2023 Bonmatí takes Ballon d’Or, Veronica Latsko talk OL Reign, Becky Tweed made permanent at Angel City, Fishel and Shaw second cap show-out (Soccer 10/27) Jenny Chiu, Lisa Carlin, and Darian Jenkins discuss the latest news including Luis Rubiales’ three year ban, Becki Tweed made permanent head coach of Angel City, and Aitana Bonmatí being named Ballon d’Or winner (1:45). Then, the A3 crew break ...
10.28.2023 USWNT leaves a lot to be desired, Björkegren out at Racing Louisville, NWSL Awards discussion, Inaugural Women’s Nations League kicks off (Soccer 10/27) Jenny Chiu, Lisa Carlin, Jordan Angeli and Darian Jenkins discuss the latest news including the firing of Kim Björkegren from Racing Louisville and all NWSL Awards finalists (1:07). Then, the A3 team take a deep dive into the performance the ...
10.25.2023 Carli Lloyd on not taking a knee during Olympics, falling out with family, trust issues, reactions from Kickin' It crew post-interview (Kickin' It) Download and follow Kickin’ It on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you get your podcasts! Kate Abdo, Clint Dempsey, Charlie Davies, and Mo Edu continue their conversation with USWNT legend Carli Lloyd who lifts the lid on her mistrust of ...
10.23.2023 Daphné Corboz talks Paris FC, Reggae Girlz withdrawl from Gold Cup Qualifiers, A recipe for Vlatko's in KC, NWSL Quarterfinals Recap, Kerolin's injury impact on NC (Soccer 10/23) Lisa Carlin, Christine Cupo and Darian Jenkins discuss what the impact of Kerolin’s ACL will be on NC Courage and how they can move forward, the "Reggae Girlz" withdrawing from the Gold Cup Qualifiers over not getting paid and the ...
10.20.2023 Vlatko Andonovski to takeover KC Current, Christine Sinclair retires from Canadian National Team, Brianna Pinto talks Gotham FC matchup, NSWL weekend playoff preview (Soccer 10/20) Jenny Chiu, Christine Cupo, and Darian Jenkins discuss the breaking news that former USWNT Head Coach Vlatko Andonovski is set to head to NWSL side KC Current as their Manager as well as Christine Sinclair who has announced her retirement ...
10.19.2023 Carli Lloyd on always being her authentic self, the disfunction within the USWNT program, what is needed to usher in new era (Kickin' It) Download and follow Kickin’ It on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you get your podcasts! Kate Abdo, Clint Dempsey, Charlie Davies, and Mo Edu chat with Carli Lloyd about her experiences and time spent representing her country over the years, ...
10.18.2023 USWNT October roster release, NWSL end of season Best XI, Coaching carousal continues, Paris FC pounces again (Soccer 10/18) Jenny Chiu, Lisa Carlin, Christine Cupo and Darian Jenkins first talk about Paris FC's continuation of punching above their weight by knocking out yet another Champions League semi-finalist from last year in Wolfsburg (1:48). Next, the crew alongside Sandra Herrera ...
10.16.2023 San Diego secures shield, Impact players on Decision Day, Casey Stoney talks success, Man City heads their way to victory (Soccer 10/16) Jenny Chiu, Lisa Carlin, Jordan Angeli, and Darian Jenkins dive right in and discuss NWSL's Decision Day, San Diego securing their first shield in only two years of existence while Portland loses it on the last day for the second ...
10.13.2023 Jorge Vilda appointed Morocco's manager, NWSL final match day preview, Cheyna Matthews calls it a career, Ali Krieger talks retirement, Reaction to Carli Lloyd criticisms (Soccer 10/13) Jenny Chiu, Kealia Watt, Jordan Angeli, and Darian Jenkins discuss the controversial decision Morocco has made in hiring former Spanish manager Jorge Vilda as their own (3:37). Then, they preview several key fixtures of this weekend's big Decision Day in ...
10.11.2023 Vero Boquete talks Fiorentina, El Clasico Venue Shift, NWSL coaching carousel, U19s heading to Pan American Games (Soccer 10/11) Jenny Chiu, Lisa Carlin, Kealia Watt and Darian Jenkins discuss the unprecedented move by FC Barcelona to have their women’s team compete at the Estadi Olímpic for the first time due to ticket demand (5:51). Then, Jordan Angeli goes one ...
10.09.2023 OL Reign and KC Current set attendance records, Red Stars succumb to struggles, Unkel talks controversial calls (Soccer 10/9) Jenny Chiu, Lisa Carlin, Kealia Watt and Darian Jenkins discuss NWSL's overall skyrocketing attendance including OL Reign breaking the league's all-time best (2:02). Next, the crew breaks down the weekend that was in WSL with draws between four of the ...
10.06.2023 Megan Rapinoe one-on-one interview, Sydney Leroux talks Angel City, KC Current in crisis, NWSL’s race to the playoffs (Soccer 10/6) Jenny Chiu, Lisa Carlin and Darian Jenkins welcome in first-time analyst Kealia Watt to Attacking Third to discuss Jonas Eidevall’s contract extension at Arsenal, San Diego Wave getting unceremoniously bumped in the schedule, and Friday’s high-stakes game at Lumen Field ...
10.06.2023 Thierry Henry on looking for approval from his father, being saved by his kids, embracing his emotions (Kickin' It) Download and follow Kickin’ It on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you get your podcasts! Kate Abdo, Clint Dempsey and Charlie Davies continue their candid conversation with France's legendary striker Thierry Henry, hitting on themes of family, loss, forgiveness and ...
10.02.2023 San Diego Wave clinch NWSL playoff spot \| Mia Fishel balls out on Chelsea debut \| WSL Opening Weekend Recap (Soccer 10/2) Jenny Chiu, Lisa Carlin, Jordan Angeli and Darian Jenkins kick things off by discussing the Spanish players who testified in the Luis Rubiales case, Arsenal’s record-breaking attendance, and Kealia Watt’s incredible career (01:44). Mia Fishel stole the show on the ...
09.29.2023 Women’s Super League Season Preview \| NWSL Playoff Push \| Boston Is Back (Soccer 9/29) Jenny Chiu, Lisa Carlin, Jordan Angeli and Christine Cupo react to the breaking news out of Jamaica where the Reggae Girlz have parted ways with head coach Lorne Donaldson. Then, the crew welcomes in Jennifer Epstein, one of the members ...
09.27.2023 Canada beat Jamaica to clinch Olympic berth \| NWSL News & Notes \| CONCACAF Women’s Gold Cup Recap (Soccer 9/27) Jenny Chiu, Lisa Carlin, Christine Cupo and Darian Jenkins react to Bay FC appointing Albertin Montoya as head coach, Sydney Leroux’s Angel City contract extension, and the first round of action in the UEFA Women’s Nations League. Canada have sealed ...
09.25.2023 Megan Rapinoe’s Legacy \| USWNT vs South Africa Recap \| NWSL Free Agency (Soccer 9/25) Jenny Chiu, Lisa Carlin, Jordan Angeli and Darian Jenkins discuss the end of the Julie Ertz and Megan Rapinoe eras (1:05), notable NWSL free agents (3:53), and the injury casualties of the international break (7:57). Then, the crew recaps the ...
09.22.2023 USWNT win on Julie Ertz’s farewell game \| Boston’s expansion team \| Spanish FA promises changes (Soccer 9/22) Jenny Chiu, Lisa Carlin, Jordan Angeli and Christine Cupo discuss the deal struck between the Spanish Soccer Federation and the Spain NT in the wake of the Luis Rubiales scandal (00:52) before sharing their thoughts on Alex Morgan calling out ...
09.21.2023 Thierry Henry on Christian Pulisic’s mistakes, his Arsenal turning point, developing young talent Download and follow Kickin’ It on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you get your podcasts! Kickin’ It debuts in style with the first of a two-part interview with an all-time great, Thierry Henry, who joins Kate Abdo, Clint Dempsey and ...
09.20.2023 Introducing 'Kickin' It' Download and follow Kickin' It on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you get your podcasts! CBS Sports "Kickin' It" is a weekly soccer show not only about soccer. Led by Kate Abdo, Clint Dempsey, Mo Edu and Charlie Davies – ...
09.18.2023 Midge Purce recalled to USWNT roster \| Spain WNT given ultimatum \| NWSL weekend recap & playoff predictions (Soccer 9/18) Jenny Chiu, Lisa Carlin, Jordan Angeli and Darian Jenkins react to Midge Purce and M.A. Vignola’s late additions to the USWNT roster (01:41) and the RFEF giving Spain’s WNT players an ultimatum about returning to international duty (04:56). Then, a ...
09.15.2023 NWSL Weekend Preview \| Lo'eau LaBonta Exclusive Interview \| Spanish Players Demand Change (Soccer 9/15) Lisa Carlin, Aaron West, Jordan Angeli and Darian Jenkins discuss the Spanish WNT’s ongoing international boycott, the end of the Liga F players strike, Manchester United signing Phallon Tullis-Joyce, and US Soccer’s plan to build a new training center and ...
09.13.2023 USWNT Roster Drop Reaction \| NWSL contract extensions \| Konya Plummer exclusive interview (Soccer 9/13) Lisa Carlin, Aaron West, Jordan Angeli and Darian Jenkins kick things off by reacting to the newly-named USWNT roster, some noteworthy NWSL contract extensions, and EA Sports FC’s Top 24 player ratings. Sandra Herrera joins to discuss interim coach Twila ...
09.11.2023 Luis Rubiales resigns as Spain FA president \| North Carolina Courage clinch back-to-back NWSL Challenge Cup titles (Soccer 9/11) Lisa Carlin, Aaron West and Jordan Angeli react to Arsenal and Juventus’ shock early exits from the UWCL as well as Ebony Salmon and Deanne Rose’s respective WSL moves. Guillem Balagué joins to discuss Luis Rubiales’ resignation as president of ...
09.08.2023 Challenge Cup Final Preview: North Carolina vs Racing Louisville \| NC coach Sean Nahas & Racing’s Thembi Kgatlana Interviews (Soccer 9/8) Lisa Carlin, Aaron West, Jordan Angeli and Darian Jenkins discuss USWNT legend Julie Ertz’s farewell game as well as the complaint filed against disgraced Spanish soccer federation president Luis Rubiales. Then, it’s all about Saturday’s NWSL Challenge Cup final as ...
09.07.2023 Spain fires head coach Vilda \| Challenge Cup Semifinal Preview \| OL Reign's Nikki Stanton Interview (Soccer 9/6) Jenny Chiu, Lisa Carlin, Christine Cupo and Darian Jenkins discuss the latest out of Spain as the federation has fired WNT head coach Jorge Vilda and Jenni Hermoso has spoken out. They preview the Challenge Cup semifinals giving tactical breakdowns. ...
09.05.2023 The latest on the Luis Rubiales Situation \| Chicago Red Stars has new owners \| NWSL Best XI and Weekend Recap (Soccer 9/4) Jenny Chiu, Lisa Carlin, Christin Cupo and Darian Jenkins react to the latest news around women's football. They discuss the latest out of Spain including Liga F protesting their first two matches, recent international coaching vacancies plus the NWSL Team ...
09.02.2023 USWNT legendary midfielder Julie Ertz retires \| Rules Analyst explains recent NWSL VAR calls \| NWSL Weekend Preview (Soccer 8/2) Jenny Chiu, Lisa Carlin, Christine Cupo and Darian Jenkins the latest news around women's soccer including 2-time World Cup champion USWNT midfielder Julie Ertz's retirement. They discuss the latest injury update with Sophia Smith and how the Portland Thorns will ...
08.31.2023 Top USWNT players to Watch in friendlies \| USWNT midfielder Savannah DeMelo Interview \| Angel City's resurgence (Soccer 8/30) Jenny Chiu, Lisa Carlin, Jordan Angeli and Darian Jenkins talk about the latest with Megan Rapinoe about how her farewell tour in the NWSL is coming up. The USWNT announces a pair of friendlies vs Colombia in October, each analyst ...
08.29.2023 The latest out of Spain \| NWSL Weekend roundup \| Orlando Forward Messiah Bright Interview (Soccer 8/28) Jenny Chiu, Lisa Carlin, Darian Jenkins and Jordan Angeli talk about the latest out of Spain following the shows of support for Jenni Hermoso following the World Cup trophy ceremony. The NWSL weekend action was packed, they discuss San Diego's ...
08.24.2023 Transfer News \| The Next USWNT Head Coach \| ACFC Jasmyne Spencer Interview \| Haiti National Team Danielle Etienne Interview (Soccer 8/23) Aly Trost Martin, Lisa Carlin, Christine Cupo and Darian Jenkins discuss the latest in the world of women's football. Post World Cup transfers are alive and well as NWSL's Gotham FC signs Spanish captain and forward Ester González while the ...
08.23.2023 World Cup Final Wrap Up: Spain win their first-ever World Cup \| Rules Analyst Christina Unkel Interview (Soccer 8/21) Jenny Chiu, Lisa Carlin, Jordan Angeli and Darian Jenkins recap the 2023 World Cup final between Spain and England. They discuss Spain's off-field issues with their coaches and what comes next. The crew welcomes rules analyst Christina Unkel to breakdown ...
08.20.2023 2023 Women's World Cup Final Recap: Spain vs England, a new World Champion is crowned (Soccer 8/20) The 2023 Women's World Cup Final recap between Spain and England. Lisa Carlin, Sandra Herrera and Jordan Angeli recap the final discussing each team's tactics, star players, winners of the tournament and more. Watch Attacking Third for FREE, live Golazo ...

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