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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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30:51

Chelsea fans on Emma Hayes' legacy

Upfront - A Women"s Football Podcast ·

2024/05/23

On the final day of the WSL season, Chloe and Rachel spoke to a range of Chelsea voices around Old Trafford about Emma Hayes, what she means to them, and her and the club’s future.They catch up with Mark and Prue, two of the founders of the Chelsea Women’s Supporters Group who remember times when there was just four(!) of them turning up at away games. We also chat with Tracy Brown, chair of Chelsea Pride, and hear from Jessy Parker Humphreys about exactly what kind of hole Hayes will leave behind

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50:28

The WSL finale

Upfront - A Women"s Football Podcast ·

2024/05/21

Chloe and Rachel reflect on the final weekend of the WSL and discuss theseason’s winners and losers.Did Manchester City bottle it and how can they avoid the same slip-up next season? Will Arsenal’s decision to let Vivianne Miedema go turn the fans against Jonas Eidevall? And what’s thefuture for managerlessAston Villa and rudderless Brighton? We’ve got (some) of the answers to all those questions on a bumper end-of-season edition!Follow us onTwitter,Instagram, andYouTube! Email us

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21:27

Chelsea lift the WSL trophy at Old Trafford!

Upfront - A Women"s Football Podcast ·

2024/05/18

Clo and Rach give their reactions to an astonishing day at Old Trafford and a fairytale ending for Emma Hayes. From Mayra Ramírez’s incredible display, to Fran Kirby’s emotional goal – we had a front seat and share all our insights from outside the stadium! Come join us.And don’t worry: we’ll be back as usual on Tuesday to look back on the final weekend across the WSL!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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52:34

Man United punish Spurs and Miedema leaves Arsenal?!

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2024/05/14

The sun was out, the good times were flowing, Chloe and Rachel were back together at Box Park… the weekend felt like Euro 2022 all over again! And then - for Spurs - reality struck.Clo and Rach react to a huge victory for Manchester United to lift their first major trophy. Could this change the trajectory of their summer transfer window? And how do Spurs – especially Becky Spencer – come back from such a drubbing?There’s also the small matter of Viv’s departure from Arsenal (?!!). Rach explains why

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29:18

How Spurs went from non-league to FA Cup finalists

Upfront - A Women"s Football Podcast ·

2024/05/09

This Sunday is a first for Tottenham Hotspur: it will be their first EVER Women’s FA Cup final. And it’s been quite the journey over the past 20 years.One woman who knows that better than anyone is former Spurs player and captain – now academy coordinator – Jenna Schillaci. She’s also one of Chloe’s former teammates! They discuss how far the club has come since their playing days and why this season has seen such a huge mentality shift from their relegation-threatened days 18 months ago.From Jenna’s

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32:21

Inspiring young women with Premier League Changemakers

Upfront - A Women"s Football Podcast ·

2024/05/08

Back in March, Chloe and Rachel came together with over 50 young women and dozens of coaches for a very special event with the Premier League at theNational Football Museum in Manchester. Their aim? To discuss gender equality, explore opportunities for women within the football industry, and inspire these young girls.The event was all organised by Premier League Changemakers, a programme that provides training opportunities for girls and young women across the country in leadership and – of course –

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51:53

This title race ain’t over yet!

Upfront - A Women"s Football Podcast ·

2024/05/06

WHAT a week in the WSL! Clo and Rach try to make sense of it all after three minutes and two Stina Blackstenius shots sent the WSL trophy back towards west London on Sunday. Chloe reckons it’s somewhere in St Albans now…They discuss Chelsea’s sensational collapse at Liverpool, before some ol’ Emma Hayes mind games brought them back from the brink. Plus, should Steph Houghton have got minutes for Man City? Chloe explains why a proper send-off means everything to players. We also discuss Liverpool

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32:45

Bristol City Head Coach Lauren Smith on relegation,...

Upfront - A Women"s Football Podcast ·

2024/05/02

Bristol City’s relegation was confirmed last Sunday after defeat to Manchester City. Today, Lauren Smith joins Rachel on the pod to reflect on relegation and their WSL journey this season.Lauren reveals what it’s really like to fight at the bottom of the table in the WSL, the importance of getting the backing of the board at Bristol, and her continuing ambition to promote young talent – even with their return to the Championship. Rachel also finds out how Lauren thinks the gap can be closed between

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50:42

The end of Emma Hayes’ Champions League dream

Upfront - A Women"s Football Podcast ·

2024/04/30

Chelsea and Emma Hayes’ Champions League run is over! Barcelona broke yet more hearts in front of a sold out Stamford Bridge – and Hayes was left fuming with the referee. Now the dust has settled, Clo and Rach look back on the game and whether there were other reasons behind Chelsea’s collapse. Looking at you, Maya Ramirez.Elsewhere, we react to Lauren Hemp’s contract extension at Man City and Ellie Roebuck’s soon-to-be-confirmed move to Barcelona. Finally, Crystal Palace defender Annabel Johnson

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49:36

'Dirty' Chelsea beat Barça and Crystal Palace prepare...

Upfront - A Women"s Football Podcast ·

2024/04/23

Barcelona in mid-April. Stephanie Frappart in the middle. Emma Hayes with her formal blue coat on. It can only mean one thing: an ICONIC Champions League semi-final!Chloe and Rachel look back on a historic victory for Chelsea at the Estadi Olímpic and how they “played dirty” to do it! Also, the Ann Katrin Berger Era comes to an end, Rachel explains why she’s worried about Man City in the last stretch of the season, and we find out how Crystal Palace have gone from Championship regulars to

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23:53

Sophie Baggaley on her first season at Brighton, Mary...

Upfront - A Women"s Football Podcast ·

2024/04/18

Today, we’re joined by the goalkeeper who has made the most saves in the WSL this season: it’s Brighton No.1, Sophie Baggaley!Rachel sat down with her ahead of Brighton’s clash with Everton at the Amex on Friday night. Sophie reflects on her first season at Brighton: from her midnight arrival on transfer deadline day, to Melissa Phillips’ shock exit just six months later. She also reveals which Brighton players fancies themselves between the sticks and her friendly rivalry with Elisabeth

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47:34

Man United halt Chelsea, Spurs reach Wembley, and...

Upfront - A Women"s Football Podcast ·

2024/04/16

We’re only just getting our breath back from two stunning FA Cup semi-finals! And Chloe has finally stopped communicating exclusively with all-caps in the Upfront WhatsApp group, phew.Clo and Rach give their reactions to Man United’s shock defeat of Chelsea to throw another spanner in the engine of Emma Hayes’ open top farewell bus. How did they do it? There’s also plenty of love for Mary Earps and Chloe reflects on how far her old team Spurs have come now that they’re in their first EVER FA Cup

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35:05

Bay FC General Manager Lucy Rushton on building a...

Upfront - A Women"s Football Podcast ·

2024/04/11

Bay FC are the new kids on the block in the NWSL – and before a ball had even been kicked, they had made huge moves in the game. From Jen Beattie, to Asisat Oshoala, to Rachel Kundananji for a world record transfer fee, they have built an eye-catching squad. The challenge now is making it all fit together.The woman behind all that is Lucy Rushton. Former General Manager at DC United and Head of Technical Recruitment and Analysis at Atlanta United, there are few women in football who have broken

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37:33

England get questioned, Wales turn on the style, and...

Upfront - A Women"s Football Podcast ·

2024/04/08

We’re here a day early because we need to answer some important questions. Should people be worrying about England after their underwhelming draw against Sweden? Or do fans need to accept that England just struggled against strong opposition?Elsewhere, we chat about Wales and their longstanding legends as they smashed Croatia - but Scotland and Northern Ireland both turned in flat performances. We also look ahead to a seismic Upfront Derby, as a buoyant Ireland host the Lionesses tomorrow!Follow us

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27:44

England U23s coach Emma Coates on nurturing the next...

Upfront - A Women"s Football Podcast ·

2024/04/04

Ever wondered how England develop their next crop of stars? We’ve got all the answers for you on today’s pod! Rachel sat down with the brilliant Emma Coates, head coach of England’s U23s.Emma explains how she works with Sarina Wiegman to identify new call-ups, the importance of the U23s as a bridge to the senior side, and how England’s talent pool keeps growing. This is a fascinating chat that you won’t hear anywhere else, so come join us!Follow us onTwitter,Instagram, andYouTube! Email us

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1:00:00

A dramatic Conti Cup final and goodbye Steph Houghton

Upfront - A Women"s Football Podcast ·

2024/04/02

Everyone has gone full-blown Poirot after the Conti Cup final, so Chloe and Rachel get their monocles out and get to the bottom of all the drama between Emma Hayes and Jonas Eidevall!Of course, we put the game under the Upfront magnifying glass too, and react to an incredible moment for Stina Blackstenius – especially after one of her closest teammates, Frida Maanum, collapsed during the game.Elsewhere, Rachel reflects on her memories of Steph Houghton after she announced her retirement. And, forty

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43:18

West Ham VP Queenie Porter on the WSL’s billion...

Upfront - A Women"s Football Podcast ·

2024/03/28

Back in February, West Ham Women’s Vice President and Managing Director of Wow Hydrate Queenie Porter said that she thinks women’s football will one day become bigger commercially than the men’s game.Today, Chloe and Rachel sit down with her to explore a bit more about why she thinks that. Queenie also gives fascinating insight into the importance of separating men’s and women’s football when it comes to brand partnerships and how she believes NewCo can help expand the women’s game. Plus, we hear

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44:37

Derby Day recap, Arsenal conspiracy theories and...

Upfront - A Women"s Football Podcast ·

2024/03/26

We look back over a tasty Women’s Football Weekend that saw Man City’s title charge rumble on, painting Manchester blue in the process. Has Jess Park given #SazzyWiegs something to think about?Elsewhere, we dive into some Arsenal conspiracy theories after their kick-off was embarrassingly delayed once again, the Merseyside derby left us with more questions than answers and we look ahead to the Conti Cup final this weekend: the first silverware of the season!Follow us onTwitter,Instagram, andYouTube

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27:52

Manchester City manager Gareth Taylor on their...

Upfront - A Women"s Football Podcast ·

2024/03/21

Ahead of one of the biggest games of the season, Rachel sat down with Man City boss Gareth Taylor for a chat about how they’ve found themselves at the centre of a cracking WSL title race!Gareth also talks about separating the demands of the job from his family life, which other managers he leans on for support and how his side have developed a resilient edge. Plus, we get a unique insight into how City prepare on the training field and what they’re expecting at the Etihad this weekend!Follow us

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53:08

Chelsea cruise past Arsenal and relationships in...

Upfront - A Women"s Football Podcast ·

2024/03/18

Chelsea worked their socks off on Friday night – but the less said about socks the better…Chloe and Rach look back on a huge win for Chelsea in the title race and Sjoeke Nüsken’s stunning transformation into a number nine! Plus, is Manuela Zinsberger’s time at Arsenal coming to an end?We also discuss Emma Hayes’ comments on relationships between players and the press conferences across the WSL about relationships between coaches and players in light of recent events. Plus, a preview of Women’s

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