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Upfront - A Women"s Football Podcast

Welcome to Upfront, the dedicated women"s football podcast brought to you by the Football Ramble! Join Chloe Morgan and Rachel O"Sullivan every week for reaction and analysis throughout the season. We"ll also tell the cultural stories that matter across the women"s game, from the grassroots to the very top. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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43:04

Carla Ward on the Paris Olympics, leaving Villa and...

Upfront - A Women"s Football Podcast ·

2024/10/10

Today, former Aston Villa manager Carla Ward joins Chloe and Rachel in the studio for a special, all-encompassing chat. We get the lowdown on her time in Paris working with Emma Hayes and the USWNT. And yes, their afterparty was as wild as we imagined! Elsewhere, Carla opens up about her reasons for leaving Villa, the need for more psychological support in the game and how she navigated the pressures of managing at the top level. She also reveals which manager she turned to for guidance - spoiler,

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41:39

A six-goal thriller and the Champions League returns!

Upfront - A Women"s Football Podcast ·

2024/10/08

Chloe and Rachel look back on two drama-filled games in the WSL, featuring some brilliant goals – looking at you, Marie Höbinger.Plus, we welcome the return of the Champions League with both open arms and worrying thoughts about Arsenal after their stinking performance against Everton. And is that… Chelsea vs Real Madrid? Again?!Join the Official Upfront fantasy WSL league! Click here and enter the code IKNCM61.Follow us onX,Instagram, andYouTube! Email us show@upfrontpod.com.Sign up for the

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19:37

How North Korea has become a powerhouse in women's...

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2024/10/03

North Korea won the Under 20 Women’s World Cup for a third time last month, meaning they are now one of the most successful sides in the tournament’s history. So how has such a politically isolated country forged such a strong presence on the global stage? We’re joined by Tokyo-based sports journalist Alex Bishop, who talks us through that winning moment in Bogotá, their rise as a women’s football power and why North Korea’s youth development is so strong. Plus, Alex explains how their senior team

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43:50

A Spurs-Villa classic and calendar chaos

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2024/10/01

It was Rach’s birthday yesterday! And Chloe has a cake for her. And candles! Lots and lots of candles.After nearly burning down the studio, they discuss Spurs’ late comeback against Aston Villa which featured some proper vintage performances from some WSL golden-oldies.Plus, both Manchester clubs pick up three points – but neither of them impress. There’s also the small matter of Chelsea vs Man United’s postponement: cue a proper Upfront takedown. Join us!Join the Official Upfront fantasy WSL

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23:09

Arsenal vs BK Häcken Champions League preview!

Upfront - A Women"s Football Podcast ·

2024/09/26

Everything is on the line for Arsenal and Jonas Eidevall tonight as they head into their decisive second leg qualifier. Can they turn it around? Today, Rachel is joined by Arseblog writer Tim Stillman, who breaks down what went wrong in the first leg, why patience for Jonas Eidevall is running thin and whether fans should be confident or concerned about Arsenal’s chances. Plus, Tim outlines the commercial impact if Arsenal fail to qualify and the potentially huge ramifications for Eidevall’s

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46:15

Upfront: An awkward car journey, Chelsea’s new era...

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2024/09/24

The 2024/25 WSL season is officially underway! Chloe and Rachel are here to react to it all – including countless controversies (or so Chloe tells us) and a so-close-yet-so-far goal of the season contender from Sabrina D’Angelo. We see you, Sabs, going up for a corner in the 86th minute. And we respect you.Elsewhere, we share what we learned about Sonia Bompastor’s Chelsea and Robert de Pauw’s impressive Aston Villa. Plus, do we have a new lethal partnership in the WSL? Kiko Seike and Fran Kirby

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41:19

WSL opening weekend preview!

Upfront - A Women"s Football Podcast ·

2024/09/19

And Chloe has hatched a plan. Why wouldn’t you want to pop yourself in the boot of Viv Miedema and Beth Mead’s car to find out what they’re talking about before Arsenal vs Man City?Chloe and Rachel have a bumper preview show for the return of the WSL. Will the Emirates edge give Arsenal the advantage, or will Miedema come back to haunt them?Elsewhere, we ponder on what to expect from Chelsea in their new era as well as Man United – who might not have an owner who acknowledges them, but do at least

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30:53

Our 2024/25 WSL predictions!

Upfront - A Women"s Football Podcast ·

2024/09/17

It’s time. Chloe and Rachel put their flagpoles in the sand as they reveal their big WSL predictions ahead of the new season!Who will be this season’s overachievers? Which summer signing will be the league’s best newcomer? And who’s going to win the whole thing?Plus, why are we worried about West Ham and which striker can turn s*** into goals? There’s only one way to find out. Listen and subscribe right NOW!Join the Official Upfront fantasy WSL league! Click here and enter the code IKNCM61.Follow us

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36:11

Spurs head coach Robert Vilahamn on ‘Bobbyball’,...

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2024/08/22

Rachel is joined by Spurs’ head coach Robert Vilahamn for a special, wide-ranging interview!He dials in from Spurs’ pre-season training camp to reflect on his first season in the WSL. He reveals his biggest high of the season – and the moment where he stopped being ‘that Swedish guy’ – and explains just how the squad bought into his ideas so quickly.Plus, Robert outlines the four pillars of ‘Bobbyball’ and opens up about Grace Clinton’s return to Man United.Follow us onX,Instagram, andYouTube! Email

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45:30

USWNT take gold, Spain take nothing, and Nikita...

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2024/08/13

That’s a wrap on the Olympics! And just 84 days after winning the WSL with Chelsea, Emma Hayes had a gold medal with the USWNT around her neck. Rachel was there in Paris and chats with Chloe all about the final – including a special goodbye for Marta.But as Spain head home medal-less, what happened to them? And did this tournament teach us some harsh lessons about player fatigue? Plus, Chloe and Rachel explain why a move to Newcastle could make more sense that it might appear for Nikita Parris and

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47:41

Emma Hayes’ American dream, Olympics latest, and...

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2024/08/06

Come for a bumper Upfront, stay for Chloe’s impersonation of a drone.Chloe and Rachel are BACK! They discuss the story so far at Emma Hayes’ USA – with some mixed performances, but an Olympic semi-final under their belt already. Plus, they react to Ann-Katrin Berger’s heroics and Marta’s red card villainy.Har Johal also joins us to explain how spygate has gone down in Canada and where Bev Priestman goes from here.Follow us onTwitter,Instagram, andYouTube! Email us show@upfrontpod.com.Sign up for the

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22:12

What has happened at Reading?

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2024/07/19

While some of football’s biggest names are being chased by elite clubs in Europe and beyond this summer, one story has shown the stark economic reality of women’s football: Reading FC Women. At the end of June, they notified the FA that they would not be able to compete in the Championship this season because of insufficient funds; now, they are re-entering the pyramid in the fifth tier. This week, they released 16 players.Chloe and Rachel sit down with the journalist who broke the story - Tom Garry

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27:58

England get the job done and Ireland stun France

Upfront - A Women"s Football Podcast ·

2024/07/18

But do England fans need to start changing their expectations? Chloe and Rach react to that edgy 0-0 draw with Sweden in Gothenburg which secured the Lionesses’ qualification for Euro 2025.We discuss the Alessia Russo conundrum, whether Hannah Hampton can keep hold of the No.1 jersey, and what the qualification campaign as a whole has told us about next summer’s title defence. Plus, bloody hell Ireland! Where did that come from?!Follow us onTwitter,Instagram, andYouTube! Email us

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41:03

England are one step away from Euro 2025 and Lyon eye...

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2024/07/16

The Lionesses downed Ireland last week, but some familiar problems in front of goal left Chloe and Rachel longing for the days of Ellen White!We discuss why Sarina Wiegman’s England are missing that clinical edge and what needs to change ahead of a tough test against Sweden. Plus, we talk about the latest wicked whispers on the transfer market – including Lyon trying to snatch Katie McCabe and a pretty long to-do list for Brighton's new gaffer. Goodbye Mikey Harris, must remember to thank him.Follow

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49:29

A crucial Lionesses qualifier and what’s going on at...

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2024/07/09

We’re back! We’re separated by an ocean and haven’t spoken in a few weeks but we had to jump on for another episode, as the transfer market hots up and England prepare for some crucial Euro 2025 qualifiers.Today, we wonder what on Earth is going on at Man United, as legends like Mary Earps and Katie Zelem have let their contracts expire and left a club that seems unsure of what it needs to do next. Elsewhere, Man City put the WSL on notice after Viv Miedema’s touted move to Manchester City was

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26:29

A much improved England beat France!

Upfront - A Women"s Football Podcast ·

2024/06/05

We’re back with a bonus episode after England tried the exact same thing against France - but got a win!We celebrate some impressive performances from Hannah Hampton and Alessia Russo and wonder if England’s stuttering form is because they don’t have a tournament to conquer this summer. Plus, Ireland put in another good showing but will finish bottom of the group after losing to Sweden.Follow us onTwitter,Instagram, andYouTube! Email us show@upfrontpod.com.Sign up for the Football Ramble Patreon to

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31:14

The Lionesses drop points and FIFA’s step in the...

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2024/06/03

We’re back after England came out on the wrong side of a tussle with France - should we accept that this is part of the harder qualification process we asked for? Or is there cause for concern…We also recap some impressive performances from Scotland and Ireland, see Emma Hayes make her debut as the USWNT manager and discuss FIFA’s new maternity protocols that are definitely an improvement - but do they go far enough?Follow us onTwitter,Instagram, andYouTube! Email us show@upfrontpod.com.Sign up for

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33:30

Everything you need to know about Brazil hosting the...

Upfront - A Women"s Football Podcast ·

2024/05/30

Brazil is set to become the first-ever South American country to host a Women’s World Cup, as they’ve won the 2027 bid!So what will this World Cup look like? Brazilian football journalist Júlia Belas Trindade joins us to discuss the response to this announcement back home in Brazil, as well as the background behind their bid. And finally, they tackle the million-dollar question: could Brazil lift the World Cup on home turf?Follow us onTwitter,Instagram, andYouTube! Email us show@upfrontpod.com.Sign

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55:42

Barça and Putellas rule Europe again and England...

Upfront - A Women"s Football Podcast ·

2024/05/28

Barcelona toppled the mighty Lyon for the very first time on Saturday! Chloe and Rachel react to an epic spectacle and the fairytale ending to a difficult season for Alexia Putellas.Plus, we discuss who should start in midfield for the Lionesses against a tricky France side and Chair of Goaldiggers Gaia Lailder joins us to talk about a growing problem in grassroots football.Follow us onTwitter,Instagram, andYouTube! Email us show@upfrontpod.com.Sign up for the Football Ramble Patreon to get ad-free

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33:43

The 2023/24 Upfront Awards!

Upfront - A Women"s Football Podcast ·

2024/05/24

Who was our player of the season? Who was our manager of the season? And – most importantly of all – what was our WTF moment of the season?!The prestigious Upfront Awards are back. Join Chloe and Rachel to relive a glorious and dramatic season of WSL football!Follow us onTwitter,Instagram, andYouTube! Email us show@upfrontpod.com.Sign up for the Football Ramble Patreon to get ad-free Upfront shows and more: patreon.com/footballramble.***Please take the time to rate and review us on Apple Podcastsor

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