The Manchester derby has arrived, again. So soon you ask! Well yes, it is soon and some are already tired of seeing the other half of the city. This game though is a big one, it is the FA Cup. So the gloves will be off, like in Rocky 3 but with a better sound track and fans that sing. So there!

Joining me on the podcast to discuss the game and how things have been for Manchester United Women since the start of 2020 is David from the BarmyArmy.

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Welcome the first episode of the fortnightly Women's Super League (WSL) Take Out. In the podcast Richard Paish and Rodney Cyrus dish out the fast food type review rating the big games taking place in the WSL.

Goals and games are rated in terms of spice, Lemon & Herb, Mediuem spice and Jerk Spice. Occasionally, there may be a no spice rating.

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How to grow the women's game? A serious question we will look at during the podcast today. Following the recent round of Conti Cup games, which resulted in the a semi final line up containing Manchester United, Chelsea, Arsenal and Manchester City Women., is enough being done to promote the game to fans unable to travel to midweek games?

The emphasis has been in recent weeks on crowd numbers but surely if there is an appetite for games to be televised or streamed, why is this not being utilised more frequently?

We ask these questions to members from the BarmyArmy , who attended the recent win over Brighton. We also look at the WSL and recent results and future fixtures.

Join us later tonight from 7pm. (time to be confirmed later)

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On the podcast today we are joined by Richard Paish, founder of the Birstol City Women's Supporters Club and BarmyArmy member Matt Crane to discuss the WSL game between Manchester United and Bristol City.

We will look at every aspect of the game and find out what hopes their are for both teams as they move forward to their next fixtures in the league.

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KERR V MIEDEMA: WOMEN'S SUPER LEAGUE RIVALS

Will the arrival of Sam Kerr result in a well needed rivalry with Arsenal's Miedema? We hope so. The Women's Super League needs to grow. It wants to grow and having two world class players in the league will probably kick start a change in how the league is perceived.

Will we see a shift away from the Lionesses and more of a focus on club football in terms of growing the women's game.

On the podcast we put this forward and pray it comes to pass.

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Diversity and inclusion equals success. A statement which is for some a question. Whether it is in the world of sport, politics or other areas in public life, the issue around diversity and inclusion is definitely at the fore front of out minds. In football, we have seen the ugly head of racism return and when authorities are asked to what extent there will be sanctions these are somewhat unclear. Is this due to the individuals around the table? Is there a lack of inclusion when diversity has been the main focus for organisations? How much are CEO's invested in creating the right atmosphere where diversity and inclusion add to success in equal measures and for all of those involved?

Joining me to discuss this is Vivienne Aiyela - Non-Executive Director, London Football Association, who has a be direct approach when talking about this issue. Vivienne was a speaker at the Race and Cultural Diversity in Sport Forum, during her presentation she shared the following video on leadership and the importance of leaders in the discussion around diversity and inclusion and what will and will not be tolerated.

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2019 REVIEW WSL & MUWOMEN

Moving toward the Christmas season, we decided to take a look at the first half of the Women Super League (WSL) season and past judgement. Reviewing the progress of Manchester United Women and the other WSL teams.

In this episode we delve in the option of the WSL increasing in size, if this were to happen how would it benefit the league and women's football? We also take a gander at the Conti Cup in its current form and say it in not fit for purpose. Could this be revised and include non league clubs? If so, how would this benefit the WSL? What benefits would be provided to female footballers outside of the WWSL and FA Championship?

Could an unknown gem be unearthed and blow the whole top tier open?

Joining me on this episode it Matt from the BarmyArmy - again!

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An Interview With Brit Saylor

The profile of women's football is on the rise, with all the talk based around the Women Super League and how it growth is important. But what is it like further down the pyramid of women's football? What is life like for a female footballer playing semi professional sport?

I was fortunate to meet with and interview the captain, of Dulwich Hamlet Women FC, Brit Saylor. Brit talks about where things began for her. She describes what the key moment was which added more fuel for her love of the game. And she highlights the importance of having key legislation which addresses the imbalance around equal access and opportunity to the world of football.

This is Brit Saylor. Captain of Dulwich Hamelt Women FC.

You can find out more about Dulwich Hamlet Women FC on Twitter by following them: @dulwichhamfc_w

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MUWOMEN & WSL REVIEW  

MUWomen fail to get the 3 points in their last game against West Ham United. A last minute free kick enables West Ham to take all 3 points in a tough encounter on a cold Sunday.  

On the podchat today, Matt from the BarmyArmy and I chew over the game and discuss the what the team need to do in their next game against Everton.  

We also mention the news on the Champions League and what this might mean for MUWomen fans and beyond. We also ask the question, if Arsenal can score 11 goals against a WSL team is it any surprise that the scoreline is seen as a joke by an England player currently playing in a very successful European team.  

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MAN UNITED NEED A REAL STRIKER  

Record before the Manchester United v Tottenham Hotspurs game

Manchester United face a recurring challenge with their no 9, Tony Martial, being injured again. Fans joked that following his substitution against Aston Villa that he might pull a sickie.  A joke at the time but it seems that the joke is on Ole. 

The Manchester United manager, is faced with the choice of looking for a new striker in January 2020, a year after Martial was given a bumper deal by Mr Woodward.  

There is also the issue of Manchester United winning their next game and with Jose arriving soon with a reinforced and rejuvenated.  

Jessica pulls no punches and make her claim that Ole needs to buy a new striker whilst talking about the game ahead against Spurs we debate on how things will pan out for Ole and United in general. 

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