Full Time: A show about women's soccer

Full Time: A show about women's soccer

Author: The Athletic Language: English Episodes: 50
For anyone who lives and breathes the beautiful game as played by women, Full Time: A show about women's soccer is your essential audio companion. This isn't just a recap show; it's a deep, thoughtful, and often lively exploration of the entire ecosystem. Produced by the journalists at The Athletic, the podcast delivers expert analysis and storytelling you can trust, moving seamlessly from the latest U.S. women’s national team drama to the week's pivotal NWSL results and major stories from leagues across Europe and the globe. Three times a week, hosts Meg Linehan, Tamerra Griffin, and Jillian Sakovits break down the matches, but more importantly, they dig into the culture, context, and consequential conversations that define the sport's moment. You'll hear from fellow reporters, players, coaches, and insiders who provide unique perspectives you won't find anywhere else. Whether it's a transfer saga, a tactical revolution, or a discussion about the broader impact of the game, this is where the narrative gets unpacked. Tune in for a blend of immediate reaction, investigative reporting, and the kind of informed debate that mirrors the passion of the fans themselves. This podcast goes beyond the final whistle to deliver the full story.
Episodes
How Columbus won their 2028 NWSL expansion bid [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 44:26
The NWSL officially has its 18th team. On Tuesday, commissioner Jess Berman announced that Columbus would be joining the league in 2028. The Athletic also understands that the ownership group, Haslam Sports Group (HSG),…
USWNT 2027 World Cup roster predictions 3.0 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 27:31
Another U.S. women’s national team window is in the books. Which means there are now just five FIFA international breaks remaining until Emma Hayes will name her USA squad for the 2027 Women’s World Cup in Brazil. So, fr…
Why hasn’t the host of the 2031 Women’s World Cup been confirmed? [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 33:30
The United States, Mexico, Costa Rica and Jamaica were expected to be confirmed as the hosts of the 2031 Women’s World Cup at the end of April 2026. However, FIFA has suddenly postponed plans for any imminent announcemen…
Should the USWNT prioritize development over results? [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 42:59
After a 1-0 defeat to Japan, U.S. women’s national team head coach Emma Hayes confessed that she is prioritizing development over results right now. So, is that the right move for the team 14 months out from the next Wor…
Have the USWNT progressed since the 2025 defeat to Japan? [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 33:25
The U.S. women’s national team defeated Japan 2-1 over the weekend, getting revenge for a 2025 loss by the same scoreline to the same opponent. But, is this result proof that Emma Hayes’s team has progressed?On this epis…
Claire Hutton interview: A future USWNT captain in waiting [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 27:16
So what makes the youngest-ever captain in U.S. women’s national team history so wise beyond her years?On this episode of Full Time Focus, host Jillian Sakovits sits down with USWNT and Bay FC midfielder Claire Hutton fo…
How important is Temwa Chawinga’s return for the KC Current? [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 26:27
Temwa Chawinga is back. After 168 days out with an injury, the two-time NWSL MVP and Golden Boot winner made her return to the pitch with the Kansas City Current in their 2-1 comeback win over Gotham FC this past weekend…
What is Angel City’s ceiling? | Cat Macario’s San Diego homecoming [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 47:41
Undefeated with a perfect three wins from three in the NWSL, the time has come to wonder: What is Angel City’s ceiling?On this episode of Full Time, hosts Jillian Sakovits and Tamerra Griffin analyze a captivating press…