This week with the transfer deadline day approaching we look at what deals still could be done before the window slams shut. We're also thinking about how the football rules could be changed after the handball law came under scrutiny, and we're talking football forfeits.  Plus Hayley brings us insight to Jim White's tie collection, and Lynsey introduces Kait to the wonderful world of FIFA.  RUNNING ORDER   Topic 1 - The Final Countdown -  what are the deals that you expect or hope to still happen?  Topic 2 - Flip the Rules - how would you change the game?  Topic 3 - Football Forfeits - what are the worst football forfeits you've heard?  Any Other Business - the shorter stories from the week  EXTRAS  We've got a website (https://offsiderulepodcast.com/) ! And get in touch with us here (https://twitter.com/OffsideRulePod) !  Plus get your Athletic offer here (https://www.theathletic.com/offside)   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Football forfeits, flip the rules, and the Final Countdown

Lynsey Hooper and Natasha Dowie are here every week to discuss the latest news from women’s football, shining a light on the full pyramid from the Women’s Super League and Women’s Championship through to the Lionesses & news from across Europe.
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Stephen Smith, CEO of Kitman Labs, offers insight into the pervasive issue of ACL injuries in women's football, addressing the lack of data on female athletes and sharing early findings from his company's data collection efforts across the WSL and NWSL.
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ACL Injuries in Women's Football

Spurs and Manchester United's WSL encounter ends in a 2-2 draw, hinting at an epic FA Cup final. Lynsey & Tash analyse the game and championship dynamics with Lewes' relegation against Crystal Palace's ascent. Chelsea's Champions League triumph over Barcelona brings hope, while Stephen Smith discusses important ACL research from Kitman Labs. Plus, a scouting report on a young Spanish defender embarking on an NWSL adventure with Utah Royals.
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Chelsea Overcome Barcelona & Palace All But Secure Promotion

Lynsey & Tash answer your questions from the mailbag including topics such as Loan Player Rules, Rachel Daly & Grassroots Girls Football.
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Mailbag: Loan Player Rules, Rachel Daly & Grassroots Girls Football

Manchester United Women reached their 2nd Women's FA Cup Final after beating Chelsea whilst Spurs beat Leicester City to get there for the first time. Lynsey & Tash discuss both matches as well as Watford v Charlton in the Women's Championship and Häcken v Norrköping in Sweden.
The pair also choose their World XI's and Tash picks her latest player for her scouting report.
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Man Utd & Spurs Make It To Women's FA Cup Final

Lynsey & Tash answer your questions including topics Club Investment in Tier Three, Lionesses Transition & Matchday Meals.
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Football forfeits, flip the rules, and the Final Countdown

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