Sandra Herrera and Lisa Roman welcome playoff-bound NWSL players to the episode. Goalkeeper for Washington Spirit Aubrey Bledsoe joins the show to discuss her first trip to the NWSL playoffs, how practice is against Golden Boot winner Ashley Hatch and her big plans for the NWSL off-season. Next, Lynn Williams of the North Carolina Courage jumps on to talk about her goal-scoring plans for the playoffs, cheering for Washington in the regular season and now preparing to play against them, as well as being a podcast host herself alongside teammate Sam Mewis.

The first round of NWSL Playoffs starts this weekend, Washington Spirit host North Carolina Courage Sunday 11/7 at 5:30 pm on Paramount +

Aubrey Bledsoe: 0:40

Lynn Williams: 17:00

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Sandra Herrera and Lisa Roman welcome playoff-bound NWSL players to the episode. McCall Zerboni of Gotham FC joins the show to discuss Gotham in the postseason for the first time since 2013, the team's mentality heading into the postseason and what this means for Carli Lloyd as she nears the end of her professional career. Next, Tierna Davidson of the Chicago Red Stars discusses the consistent success Chicago has found making the playoffs the last 6 years, how she partners well with Sarah Gordon in the backline and she discusses her last-minute Halloween costume of this year.

The first round of NWSL Playoffs starts this weekend, Chicago Red Stars vs Gotham FC Sunday 11/7 at 3:00 pm ET on CBS Sports Network

McCall Zerboni: 0:33

Tierna Davidson: 12:24

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Sandra Herrera and Lisa Roman give the news and notes around the league for this week. The Portland Thorns have hired former NWSL and Canadian international Karina LeBlanc as their new GM. Sandra and Lisa give their thoughts on Karina in the new role. Plus, they comb through your questions in their Mailbag segment and discuss allocation money, draft rules, Morgan Gautrat and the NWSL Championship being held in Louisville, KY.

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Sandra Herrera and Lisa Roman welcome former Canadian international and NWSL goalkeeper Karina LeBlanc to discuss her new role as General Manager of the Portland Thorns. Karina discusses how her former career as a player has prepared her for this current role. For last four years Karina has served as the head of Women's Football for Concacaf, and now she is hoping to progress the game of soccer forward in the NWSL.

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Sandra Herrera and Lisa Roman set the scene for the 2021 NWSL Playoffs. Seeding is determined, the playoff schedule is set, opponents are decided and it all came down to the final match-day in the NWSL regular season. Houston Dash, Racing Louisville, Orlando Pride and the Kansas City Current officially finish their season. A full weekend recap of all matches, exciting news from Kansas City and more. Recaps and analysis.

Gotham FC vs Racing Louisville - 4:12

Orlando Pride vs Chicago Red Stars - 8:10

KC Current vs OL Reign - 15:49

Portland Thorns vs North Carolina Courage - 26:00

Washington Spirit vs Houston Dash - 31:13

Gotham FC vs Racing Louisville - 38:02

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Sandra Herrera and Lisa Roman preview the biggest weekend in the NWSL this season. With just one weekend of regular-season action remaining, four teams are fighting for just three playoff spots. Portland Thorns, Washington Spirit and OL Reign have clinched the playoffs while Gotham FC, North Carolina Courage, Houston Dash and Chicago Red Stars battle it out to see who will continue into the postseason. Match previews, analysis and predictions.

Gotham FC vs Racing Louisville - 3:33

Orlando Pride vs Chicago Red Stars - 9:07

Kansas City NWSL vs OL Reign - 14:11

Portland Thorns vs North Carolina Courage - 19:08

Washington Spirit vs Houston Dash - 26:49

Gotham FC vs Racing Louisville - 31:46

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Sandra Herrera and Lisa Roman welcome Washington Spirit forward Ashley Hatch to the podcast. She discusses her progression as a player from the start of the season to now, leading the Golden Boot race with 10 goals on the season and how her team is preparing for the 2021 NWSL Playoffs. Plus, she reflects on former NWSL Spirit player, Kaiya McCullough, and Kaiya's coming forward with allegations against former Spirit coach Richie Burke of emotional and verbal abuse.

Boots from Pros: https://ashhatch.com/boots-from-pros/

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Sandra Herrera and Lisa Roman recap the USWNT vs South Korea match, the USA wins 6-0. Goals come from Lindsey Horan, Alex Morgan, Megan Rapinoe, Rose Lavelle, Lynn Williams and an own goal from Korea. It's an emotional night for Carli Lloyd, teammates, fans and the soccer community as the legend hangs up her USA cleats. Plus, they look at the future of the USWNT. Match recap and analysis.

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Sandra Herrera and Lisa Roman recap the only NWSL match of the weekend between Gotham FC and Kansas City. Gotham are still looking to clinch a playoff spot ahead of the postseason. Then, they preview the second friendly vs South Korea for the USWNT. Sandra and Lisa give their wishlist starting lineups for the United States. Plus, it's Carli Lloyd's final game in a USA kit. Predictions, analysis and more.

Gotham vs Kansas City Recap - 2:14

USWNT Preview vs South Korea -

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Sandra Herrera and Lisa Roman recap the USWNT vs South Korea scoreless draw. South Korea snaps the United States 22-match winning streak at home and the 60-game scoring streak at home for the Americans. They discuss roster rotation, starting XI, substitutes, South Korea's defensive efforts and more. Match analysis and recap.

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