In this episode, LDG looks over the 15 biggest NWSL moves made during the chaotic few months since the off-season transfer window kicked into gear! He categorizes each move into three categories (good, great, gasped with awe) and shares everything you need to know about the move from the perspective of both clubs and the player.

He analyzes signings like Lindsey Heaps to Denver Summit, Sophia Wilson to Portland Thorns, Delphine Cascarino to the London City Lionesses, Ludmila to the San Diego Wave, and many more!

The conversation is a must-listen episode if you want to understand how these moves will affect your team, the players involved, and how LDG thinks these players will fit into their new sides.

ICYMI: We previewed everything to watch out for in the women's soccer world in 2026. Tune in if you haven't already!

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In this episode, LDG interviews London City Lionesses and England Youth National Team Goalkeeper Sophia Poor!

Sophia shares what it was like to receive a call-up for her national team, being a member of the WSL Academy as a kid, and making her debut against Chelsea by subbing in after her teammate was sent off.

Sophia also discusses why London City Lionesses is such an amazing project to be a part of, what other women's football clubs can learn from London City's rapid ascension, her goals at the club and country levels moving forward, what it means to put on the England crest, and much more!

In the rapid-fire section, we get to learn more about Sophia and London City Lionesses off the pitch, such as a match Sophia would love to relive, her ideal partner for a TikTok dance on the London City Lionesses, who the team's DJ is in the London City Lionesses locker room, and so much more!

ICYMI: We previewed everything to watch out for in the women's soccer world in 2026. Tune in if you haven't already!

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In this episode, LDG interviews Hanna Németh, a defender for SV Werder Bremen Frauen + Hungary WNT!

Hanna reflects upon her time in America playing college soccer, Werder Bremen's incredible form this season, what it means to represent Hungary internationally, + so much more!

Hanna also discusses her goals at the club and country levels moving forward, the legacy she hopes to leave at Werder, the club where she has spent most of her professional career, and her professional endeavors off the field.

ICYMI: We previewed everything to watch out for in the women's soccer world in 2026. Tune in if you haven't already!

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In the The Women's Soccer Podcast season 4 finale (the last episode of 2025), which happens to be one of his favorites of the year, LDG looks ahead to 2026 by selecting 6 key women's soccer storylines to track, such as the imminent global transfer chaos, the USWNT narrowing down their player pool ahead of 2027 World Cup/LA Olympics qualifying at the 2026 CONCACAF W Championship, knockout stages of UWCL: is it time for a new champion emerge? + so much more!

LDG also breaks down players who are linked to join the NWSL in the January transfer window, 12 top NWSL players whose contracts expire at the end of the 2026 NWSL season, the potential impact that Boston Legacy and Denver Summit pose on and off the pitch for the future of the NWSL, + so much more!

Prior episodes mentioned by LDG in today's episode to check out:

Episode 154: LDG's 2 Cents On All Of The Latest News on Trinity Rodman's Future Club This Offseason, And What It Means For The NWSL + The Washington Spirit

Episode 141: LDG's Complete, Way-too-early Overview On Boston Legacy FC (Amanda Guiterres, White/Gillette Stadium, Dome Guasch + Filipa Patão's Influence On The Squad, + More)

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In this episode, LDG interviews Aria Nagai, a midfielder for the Utah Royals!

Aria reflects on her first professional season, winning the national championship in college, the Royals' competitive yet supportive team culture, + so much more!

In the rapid-fire section, we get to learn more about Aria and Utah Royals off the pitch, such as a match Aria would love to relive, her ideal partner for a TikTok dance on the Utah Royals, who the team's DJ is in the Utah Royals locker room, and so much more!

Cover Art Image Credit: Utah Royals FC

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In this episode, we delve into one of the most intriguing storylines in women's soccer: Trinity Rodman's entry into free agency.

Having rapidly risen to stardom as one of the sport's most dynamic young talents, Rodman finds herself at a pivotal crossroads in her career, whether to stay in the NWSL or take her talents abroad, perhaps to the WSL, Liga F, etc.

I share the latest updates on her free agency, and explore how this move could drastically shape the future of the NWSL, and also what I think the result of this free agency period should/might be from Trin.

Tune in as I dissect her on-field impact, the economic and footballing forces shaping her next move, the changing market for the top tier of women's players, and the magnitude Rodman's decision might influence the future landscape of women's soccer.

Whether you're an avid NWSL/Spirit fan or just eager to hear more about the prospects of Trinity's rumoured club options, this conversation offers insight and context about where one of soccer's brightest stars might go next.

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In this episode, LDG interviews Fort Lauderdale United FC Goalkeeper Haley Craig!

Haley talks about her move to Fort Lauderdale United, her earliest soccer memories, her experience in the USWNT youth system training environment at such a young age, how playing at Stanford benefited her development, and much more!

She also discusses her time with the Portland Thorns in the NWSL, saving multiple penalties/scoring one herself (Alyssa Naeher style) in the College Cup Round of 16, and why she believes Fort Lauderdale United was the perfect fit for her next project.

In the rapid-fire section, we get to learn more about Haley and Fort Lauderdale United off the pitch, such as a match Haley would love to relive, her ideal partner for a TikTok dance on Fort Lauderdale United, who the team's DJ is in the Fort Lauderdale United locker room, and so much more!

Cover Art Image Credit: Fort Lauderdale United FC

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In this episode, LDG interviews Dallas Trinity captain and midfielder Amber Wisner (née Brooks)!

Amber discusses being the first player signed to the Trinity and why the project of the club and league was so attractive to her, along with some of her earliest soccer memories.

Amber recounts her brace with the Washington Spirit (and infamous subsequent celebration, which she claims put her on the map) on national television, reflecting on her last professional season and what's next for her after retiring from the sport she loves.

She also shares her experiences playing with historic programs, such as UNC, the USWNT senior and youth national teams, including getting a cut on her face in her first senior USWNT cap, and much more!

Cover Art Image Credit: Dallas Trinity FC

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After screaming with joy for 90 minutes watching the Gotham FC take down the Washington Spirit in the 2025 NWSL Championship, LDG takes the mic for a recap of the match that earned Gotham the second star above their crest.

He highlights the standout players and key tactical decisions from on the pitch, while also analyzing why this victory is so important for the trajectory of Gotham FC off it, and hinting at what is next for both clubs as they look forward to the 2026 season (but mainly focusing on the mindblowing playoff run this team just pulled off!)

On the Spirit's end, he mainly focuses on the side's performance in San Jose, breaking down the match in a similar manner as he did for Gotham, while also acknowledging the incredible season they had as a whole! He speaks to the Trinity Rodman and Hal Hershfelt injuries, and briefly alludes to Rodman's contract expiring at the end of the season, giving a glimpse of the big offseason storylines.

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In this must-listen episode, LDG sets the stage for one of the club matches he has been most anticipating in recent memory, with an in-depth preview of the NWSL Final between the Washington Spirit and Gotham FC.

He analyzes the three key storylines that will influence the final and outlines what each team must do to succeed. Additionally, he provides an in-depth look at the positional matchups to watch during the final and explains how each player in their respective systems will be crucial for their club this weekend.

He provides deep insight into individual performances by players, team dynamics, and tactical approaches both on and off the ball that have defined the 2025 campaign, including the outstanding goal scorers and creative playmakers who will make headlines and help their teams lift the NWSL championship trophy.

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