Sandra Herrera and Lisa Roman run through the latest news and notes across the world of women's soccer. The best athletes in the world were honored this week at the ESPY's. A number of women footballers were nominated and honored with Megan Rapinoe winning Best Play for her Olympico Goal during the Tokyo Olympics, and Washington Spirit's Ashley Hatch won Best NWSL Player (3:30). The Women's 2022 Euros are into the knockout stage with top competition in Europe truly impressing. Across the Euros, Copa America and African Cup of Nations, the summer of soccer is going strong (11:20). In the NWSL, it's a bye-week for the teams, giving players a well-deserved rest after the Concacaf W Championship, Lisa gives her take on the most recent NWSL Board of Governors ruling to add VAR to the league, increase production and broadcasts, plus, advancing PRO Referees across the league (22:40). Sandra and Lisa discuss the latest signings and transfers including San Diego Wave FC signing 17-year-old Jaedyn Shaw through the Discovery Process (30:35).

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