In one of the most blockbuster offseason moves in recent NWSL history, Claire Hutton and Croix Bethune both had million-dollar transfers on Wednesday. So, where do these moves leave the players, their respective clubs, and their U.S. women’s national team ambitions?

On this episode of Full Time, hosts Jillian Sakovits and Tamerra Griffin react to Wednesday’s shocking double transfer, which saw Hutton move from the KC Current to Bay FC for $1.1m and Bethune head to the Current from the Washington Spirit for $1m. What has been the fan reaction? Who won the deal? Why did these teams need to make these moves?

After that, Hutton joined Full Time for an exclusive interview to share why she decided to sign for Bay, what other options were on the table, and why she is so excited to work with new Bay head coach Emma Coates.

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HOSTS: Jillian Sakovits, Tamerra Griffin

PRODUCER: Theo Lloyd-Hughes

VIDEO PRODUCER: Lia Griffin

EXECUTIVE PRODUCER: Emily Olsen

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Referenced on the show:

Bay FC signs USWNT midfielder Claire Hutton in $1.1 million deal with Kansas City Current

KC Current acquire Croix Bethune from Washington Spirit in $1M transfer

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Cat Macario has been left off Chelsea’s squad list for the UEFA Women’s Champions League knockout rounds. So, what does this say about the future of the U.S. women’s national team forward and her Chelsea contract that will expire in the summer?

On this episode of Full Time, hosts Jillian Sakovits and Tamerra Griffin break down Macario’s ongoing absence from the Chelsea squad and what it means for head coach Sonia Bompastor to get a new contract through June 2030. Alongside Producer Theo, the trio also get into Arsenal snapping Manchester City’s 13-match winning run and a surprise appearance by pop music legend Madonna at Tottenham Hotspur's 2-0 defeat to Chelsea.

After that, it’s time to talk European continental club soccer as the UEFA Women’s Champions League returns this week with the first-ever playoff knockout rounds. Who are the players to watch, and what excites us most about the tournament’s return?

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HOSTS: Jillian Sakovits, Tamerra Griffin

PRODUCER: Theo Lloyd-Hughes

VIDEO PRODUCER: Lia Griffin

EXECUTIVE PRODUCER: Emily Olsen

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Referenced on the show:

Chelsea head coach Sonia Bompastor agrees contract extension to 2030

Arsenal’s Olivia Smith and the surprise new role that helped beat WSL leaders Man City

Wasteful, disjointed, beatable: What’s to blame for Chelsea’s back-to-back defeats?

How far away are Tottenham from catching up with the WSL’s elite?

Chelsea part ways with head of women’s football Paul Green

Madonna, soccer mom: Why the Queen of Pop was watching Tottenham’s Under-14 girls’ team

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The winter transfer window closed in Europe shut this week, but who won the window? And, does it really matter? Why do we obsess so much over transfers and transfer windows? Do they matter?

On this episode of Full Time, hosts Jillian Sakovits and Tamerra Griffin are joined by The Athletic’s Melanie Anzidei to analyze the top transfers from the January transfer window. Who will have the biggest impact in 2026? Who is not getting enough people talking? What was the most surprising transfer?

After that, the pod looks ahead to the summer transfer window and the many superstar players who have a contract that expires in 2026. Which players could be heading to the NWSL? Which U.S. women’s national team players need to make a move to solidify their chances of making the roster for the 2027 World Cup?

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HOSTS: Jillian Sakovits, Tamerra Griffin

GUEST: Melanie Anzidei

PRODUCER: Theo Lloyd-Hughes

VIDEO PRODUCER: Lia Griffin

EXECUTIVE PRODUCER: Emily Olsen

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Referenced on the show:

Who won the WSL transfer deadline day? A better question: Does it matter?

To celebrate ex-USWNT Crystal Dunn’s career is to also acknowledge how others failed her

Triple Espresso returns: Trinity Rodman, Sophia Wilson, Mal Swanson reunite ahead of NWSL comebacks

What we’re hearing in women’s football: Latest on Catarina Macario, Katie McCabe, Alexia Putellas, and more

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Arsenal are the inaugural winners of the FIFA Women’s Champions Cup, after defeating Corinthians 3-2 after extra time on Sunday. But does being crowned world inter-continental champions mean anything for the Gunners and their place in global women’s soccer?

On this episode of Full Time, Producer Theo is joined by The Athletic’s Charlotte Harpur and Megan Feringa, to analyze the 2026 FIFA Women’s Champions Cup, where it succeeded and where it failed after a dramatic finale.

After that, the trio digs into another memorable weekend in the English Women’s Super League, where Manchester City thrashed Chelsea 5-1, firming up their grip on the title. What makes the City team so special? Can anyone stop them? Is Chelsea manager Sonia Bompastor’s future in doubt? And, how will Arsenal and City match up when they meet next weekend?

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HOST: Theo Lloyd-Hughes

GUESTS: Charlotte Harpur, Megan Feringa

PRODUCER: Theo Lloyd-Hughes

VIDEO PRODUCER: Lia Griffin

EXECUTIVE PRODUCER: Emily Olsen

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Referenced on the show:

The Champions Cup is here to stay, but FIFA must learn lessons from London teething trouble

Arsenal beat Corinthians to win inaugural Women’s Champions Cup and $2.3m in prize money

Corinthians stun Gotham 1-0, will meet Arsenal in FIFA Women’s Champions Cup final

This Manchester City side is a beast – Chelsea were just its latest prey

Sonia Bompastor ‘happy’ to leave Chelsea ‘if people think I’m not the right person’

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On Thursday, we saw one of the greatest U.S. women’s national team players of all time hang up their cleats. At age 33, Crystal Dunn has decided to retire from professional soccer.

So, on this episode of Full Time, host Jillian Sakovits is joined by The Athletic’s Tamerra Griffin and Melanie Anzidei, as well as Claire Watkins from Just Women’s Sports, to unpack what Dunn’s legacy will be now that she is retiring. What trail did she blaze as a Black player on the USWNT? How did she carve out a unique team-first leadership style? Was she the greatest NWSL player ever? The podcast gets into all that, as well as how Emma Hayes and the next generation will have to try and evolve to fill her spot.

PLUS: Producer Theo was in London to catch SC Corinthians Paulista stun NJ/NY Gotham FC in the inaugural FIFA Women’s Champions Cup. Sports Illustrated contributor and Gotham beat writer Jenna Tonelli hopped on the show to discuss what the defeat means for the NWSL.

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HOST: Jillian Sakovits

GUESTS: Melanie Anzidei, Tamerra Griffin, Claire Watkins, Jenna Tonelli

PRODUCER: Theo Lloyd-Hughes

VIDEO PRODUCER: Lia Griffin

EXECUTIVE PRODUCER: Emily Olsen

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Referenced on the show:

USWNT star Crystal Dunn announces retirement from soccer aged 33

USWNT’s Trinity Rodman scores goal in first game as captain

Corinthians stun Gotham 1-0, will meet Arsenal in FIFA Women’s Champions Cup final

FIFA Women’s Champions Cup: Who’s competing, where – and what is it?

Emma Hayes’ experimental window is over. Now the USWNT sets its sights on the World Cup

USWNT’s Emma Hayes on the fatal Minnesota shooting: ‘It’s upsetting on so many levels’

Ayo Oke ready to impress Emma Hayes after surprise USWNT call-up: ‘I thought I was dreaming’

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In the first of two January friendlies – the least-capped U.S women’s national team starting XI in 25 years thrashed Paraguay 6-0 at Dignity Health Sports Park.

On this episode of Full Time, host Jillian Sakovits is joined by Melanie Anzidei to break down what we learned from that friendly and Trinity Rodman’s first time walking out as captain of the USWNT.

After that, Ayo Oke, who is out with the USWNT in California, joins the show to talk about her surprise inclusion in the January camp, what it means to be following her dreams on the national team, and why she left Pachuca for Denver Summit.

Then, to close out the show, Producer Theo caught up with The Athletic’s Cerys Jones and Megan Feringa to analyze an enthralling weekend of action at both ends of the table in the English Women’s Super League.

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HOSTS: Jillian Sakovits

GUESTS: Ayo Oke, Melanie Anzidei, Cerys Jones, Megan Feringa

PRODUCER: Theo Lloyd-Hughes

VIDEO PRODUCER: Lia Griffin

EXECUTIVE PRODUCER: Emily Olsen

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Referenced on the show:

USWNT’s Trinity Rodman scores goal in first game as captain

Trinity Rodman could have left the NWSL. The Spirit community made it impossible to leave

Inside Trinity Rodman’s record new deal and what happens next with the High Impact Player rule

Being in WSL is a privilege not a right – relegation risk should be taken seriously

Beth Mead still has huge value to Arsenal, despite questions over her future

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The Trinity Rodman contract saga is over. After two months of drama, the U.S. women’s national team forward is staying with the Washington Spirit, signing a new three-year contract to stay with the team through 2028.

So, what does this record-breaking contract mean for the payer, the National Women's Soccer League and global women's soccer?

On this episode of Full Time, host Jillian Sakovits and Theo Lloyd-Hughes are joined by the co-host of the Hey Spirits podcast and contributor to The District Press to break down Rodman's new contract and what it all means. Was it a surprise to see such a high salary figure quoted by Rodman's agent? Is this a win for the NWSL? How will the global women's soccer market react? What can we expect from Rodman on the pitch in 2026?

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HOSTS: Jillian Sakovits

GUEST: Annie Elliot

PRODUCER: Theo Lloyd-Hughes

VIDEO PRODUCER: Lia Griffin

EXECUTIVE PRODUCER: Emily Olsen

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Referenced on the show:

Trinity Rodman, Washington Spirit agree on record three-year deal to keep USWNT star in NWSL

Trinity Rodman’s new Spirit deal and what it means

Why the Women’s League Cup will exclude Champions League clubs from next season

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After a record-breaking season, the Kansas City Current made a shock head coaching switch and in came Chris Armas for his first-ever job in professional women's soccer. So, who is this U.S. men's national team Hall of Famer turned MLS coach who has scored one of the biggest club jobs in the women's game?

On this episode of Full Time, host Jilian Sakovits sits down for a personal one-on-one interview with Armas to discuss his journey to Kansas City and the NWSL. How does he view himself as an elite coach with a lot to learn about the league and his players? Why did he take the position? Is he aware of his position as an "outsider"? How will Armas and former head coach turned global sporting director Vlatko Andonovski collaborate?

After that, it's time to go from one 2025 NWSL trophy winner to another. Theo Lloyd-Hughes caught up with Gotham FC head coach Juan Carlos Amoros from the team's preseason camp in Spain. After a brief 41-day offseason, the reigning NWSL Champions are back together and preparing for the inaugural FIFA Women's Champions Cup and what could be 42 games in 10 months in 2026.

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HOSTS: Jillian Sakovits, Theo Lloyd-Hughes

GUESTS: Chris Armas, Juan Carlos Amoros

PRODUCER: Theo Lloyd-Hughes

VIDEO PRODUCER: Lia Griffin

EXECUTIVE PRODUCER: Emily Olsen

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Referenced on the show:

KC Current coach says timing of NWSL MVP Temwa Chawinga’s return ‘still unclear’

Former USMNT midfielder Chris Armas named Kansas City Current head coach

NWSL releases 2026 schedule: Challenge Cup changes, Rivalry Week and men’s World Cup impact

Is Gotham a dynasty now?

Gotham FC get NWSL Championship celebrations right second time around

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Manchester City are six points clear at the top of the English Women's Super League table, but they're not stopping there. What does the blockbuster arrival of U.S. women's national team midfielder Sam Coffey, for $875k from the Portland Thorns, mean for City's title aspirations and the rest of the WSL?

On this episode of Full Time, Producer Theo is joined by The Athletic's Megan Feringa and Charlotte Harpur to get into all the biggest stories from the WSL as the second half of the season gets underway. Is the title race down to two contenders? Why has Chelsea fallen behind? What's going on with Arsenal and their decision to renew the contract of head coach Renee Slegers? How bold is the investment in Manchester United this January? What has been key to the renaissance at Spurs?

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HOST: Theo Lloyd-Hughes

GUESTS: Megan Feringa, Charlotte Harpur

PRODUCER: Theo Lloyd-Hughes

VIDEO PRODUCER: Lia Griffin

EXECUTIVE PRODUCER: Emily Olsen

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Referenced on the show:

What we’re hearing in women’s football: Latest on Cat Macario, Katie McCabe, Alexia Putellas, and more

Manchester City sign USWNT’s Sam Coffey from Portland Thorns for $875k

The WSL’s top-four battle has been split in two

Arsenal leading race for Georgia Stanway as midfielder confirms Bayern Munich summer exit

Arsenal head coach Renee Slegers signs new long-term contract

Manchester United Women sign Hanna Lundkvist, Lea Schuller on deals to 2029

Chelsea’s attack is key in the Champions League. Will the handbrake be released?

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NWSL expansion team Denver Summit got its hometown star, announcing this week that U.S. captain Lindsey Heaps is headed home this summer. So why did Heaps make the move to swap Champions League to the Centennial State?

On this episode of Full Time, The Athletic's Melanie Anzidei sat down with Heaps to go inside the big signing and why the 31-year-old was sold on the Summit and the opportunity to launch women's soccer in her home state. How will the move affect Heaps's USWNT ambitions? What has changed in the NWSL since Heaps left the Portland Thorns in 2022?

PLUS: After that, The Athletic's Tamerra Griffin is joined by Angel City sporting director Mark Parsons for an in-depth look inside the Los Angeles club's offseason business, headlined by the statement transfer of USWNT defender Emily Sams from Orlando Pride for $650,000.

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HOSTS: Theo Lloyd-Hughes, Melanie Anzidei, Tamerra Griffin

GUESTS: Lindsey Heaps, Mark Parsons

PRODUCER: Theo Lloyd-Hughes

VIDEO PRODUCER: Lia Griffin

EXECUTIVE PRODUCER: Emily Olsen

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Referenced on the show:

USWNT captain Lindsey Heaps to join Denver in June: ‘Everything seems right to come home’

Angel City acquires USWNT defender Emily Sams in trade with Orlando for $650,000

USWNT star Lindsey Heaps is coming home. Plus: Trinity Rodman returns to U.S. squad

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