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PODCAST

Why Always She? - A Women’s Football Podcast

Fancy a chat about women"s football that"s a little bit different? Join Charli and Matt for their alternative, fan-led take on the WSL, Champions League, international football and more. Get a fresh perspective on everything from trending topics to the littlest details only fans sitting in the stands would notice.

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78:07

They've just got more eggs | WSL title race & what's...

Why Always She? - A Women’s Football Podcast ·

2025/11/18

This week Matt's back and him and Charli get into the state of the WSL title race. What's going on with Chelsea? Have City got what it takes this time? They also discuss whether Manchester United are struggling to juggle the league and the UWCL, and what is going on with Arsenal's latest dip in form.

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40:06

Technically, yes; intellectually, no | WSL GW8 Recap...

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2025/11/12

Charli's flying solo this weekend, giving you a rundown of the events of the WSL, including a very brief reflection on the controversial Arsenal vs Chelsea game. She then answers some of your questions, getting into VAR, World Cup Qualifiers and an update on the WSL2.

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74:12

Defended like champs | Earps, WSL GW7 Recap, NWSL &...

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2025/11/04

This week Charli and Matt quickly discuss the Earps drama, before diving into what was promised would be a brief round-up of this week's events in the WSL but didn't turn out to be. Matt gives us a low-down on the NWSL playoffs, and Charli spotlights Real Sociedad's historic win over Barcelona in Liga F- the first time they've failed to score a goal in the league since 2020.

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57:56

Arrived at it organically | International Break...

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2025/10/30

Charli and Matt unpack the October international break with a quick recap on the goings-on around the globe, then a slightly deeper dive into England's window, their performances against Brazil and Australia, and key talking points. What did we learn about how the defensive line is shaping up? Is there a conundrum surrounding the starting number 9 spot?

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64:49

She's definitely a centre back | UWCL Check-in

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2025/10/21

Charli and Matt tackle a grab-bag of topics as they review the first couple of weeks of the UWCL. How are the English teams getting on? What's going on with VAR and officiating? Should we be concerned about the serious injuries mounting up? What is wrong with PSG? Plus, Matt offers his expertise on his niche specialist subject: rupturing your PCL.

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71:18

WSL Deep Cuts, The Sequel | Highlighting under the...

Why Always She? - A Women’s Football Podcast ·

2025/10/14

With the WSL season well underway, Charli and Matt do one of their favourite midseason activities - picking a player from each team who's performing well but perhaps flying under the radar slightly. Settle in and learn about all the players who are quietly making their teams tick.

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85:32

Not her wheelbag | WSL GW5 Recap

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2025/10/07

Charli and Matt reflect on the events of WSL Game Week 5 and what it taught us about the teams. Did we learn more about United or Chelsea? Why are Everton a bit baffling? Can stats help us get to the bottom of The ReSpursGence, and West Ham's meltdown?

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58:15

The Chelsea Effect | Previewing a big weekend at the...

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2025/09/30

This week Charli and Matt assess the current state of the Traditional Top 4 (with the caveat Spurs are currently Top 4 - you go Spurs!). Will Arsenal's dropped points prove too costly? Can United challenge with their lack of depth? How will City fare? Can anyone, anywhere, stop Chelsea?

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58:21

Remembering Matt Beard

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2025/09/23

This week the team start off by taking a moment to pay tribute to Matt Beard, who passed away on Saturday at 47 years old. "Beardy" was and always will be an icon and true champion of the women's game, but more than anything was known for his kindness and compassion off the pitch. It's been touching and emotional to read, see and hear all the tributes coming in from across the football community. He'll be missed, and thoughts go to his family, friends and loved ones.Hopefully Charli and Matt can

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67:33

Build the statue - Standout players and shifting team...

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2025/09/18

This week Charli and Matt discuss what they've learned about changing team dynamics and key player roles after the first couple of games in the WSL. What is going on at Liverpool? How will Tandberg galvanise Spurs? What does Hasegawa's more advanced role mean for City? Also, Matt picks a surprising key player for the newly promoted London City Lionesses.

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71:43

Pirates of the Mersey: The Curse of Anfield - WSL GW1...

Why Always She? - A Women’s Football Podcast ·

2025/09/09

Charli and Matt recap the action from the first game week of the 25/26 WSL season and get a sense check on where the various teams are. Is it the same old story with Chelsea? Are City set to be plagued by injuries again? Can London City Lionesses build on an impressive first half against Arsenal at the Emirates? United look sharp, but do they have the depth to really challenge this season? What is it with Liverpool and Everton at Anfield?!

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75:52

Hopefully a four-horse race - WSL 25/26 Preview Part 2

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2025/08/29

Charli and Matt return for part 2 of their preview of the upcoming WSL season. They're not talking about the scandalous week at the Team Who Shall Not be Named (yet), but they are discussing:- How good will London City Lionesses actually be? - Can Man City bounce back from their nightmare season? - What's next for Chelsea? - Who will prove to be the most important signing?

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01:17:50

They needed a manager, he needed a job - WSL 25/26...

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2025/08/20

Charli and Matt are back with the first part of a very on-brand, very loosely-structured discussion of the upcoming WSL season and the main things they're currently pondering.This week there's 4 points on the docket: - What do we make of Manchester United? - Can the mid-table pack kick on? - Is Gareth Taylor the right man for the job at Liverpool? - Will Arsenal challenge for the title? Keep an eye out for part 2 dropping next week.

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01:02:24

THE EUROS Episode 9 - Never in doubt...?

Why Always She? - A Women’s Football Podcast ·

2025/07/31

Charli and Matt look back over the tournament, revisiting their predictions and how things ended up unfolding. And there's of course time for unpicking just how England managed to pull off their second Euros title (back-to-back, in case you hadn't heard).

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01:10:23

THE EUROS Episode 8 - World in (Slow) Motion

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2025/07/25

The team discuss another late comeback from England, as well as a heroic defensive shift from Germany, which could only be undone by the brilliance of Bonmati. Charli learns more valuable lessons about being a football fan, and Matt lays out what would be his grand plan to beat Spain in the final.

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54:44

THE EUROS Episode 7 - Notorious AKB

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2025/07/21

Recovered from their England malaise, Charli and Matt get into the other two quarter finals. What did we learn about Spain from their eventual unlocking of Switzerland? Just how impressive was Germany's defensive shift against France (one player in particular)? They also get into how Germany may fare against Spain and what, if anything, Italy can do to beat England.

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01:06:02

THE EUROS Episode 6 - An absolute fever dream

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2025/07/19

Charli and Matt try to unpick England's bizarre victory over Sweden. What is "Proper England"? How brilliant is Lucy Bronze? Can Charli regain her love for this team before the semi-final?

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36:39

THE EUROS Episode 5 - So about Sweden

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2025/07/13

Slightly dazed from a week of drinking and the St Gallen heat, Charli and Matt rattle through the final group games and quickly preview the remaining games in Group D. It's very much pick your poison time for England who - should they get through - will face the daunting prospect of either Sweden or Germany in the quarter finals. Germany looked the ones to beat going into the tournament, but Sweden have emerged as serious prospect.

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50:06

THE EUROS Episode 4 - Remain calm

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2025/07/08

In their first "report" from Switzerland, Charli and Matt (having calmed down about it now) dissect England's first group game and what they expect to see next from Wiegman's side. They also touch on the experience of watching Spain vs Belgium in a thundery Thun and the excitement happening in the other groups.

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46:45

THE EUROS - Episode 3 - Day 4 Debrief

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2025/07/05

Charli and Matt give you a whistle stop tour of the first 3 match days of Euro 2025. What did we learn? Which players stood out? Where does this leave the rest of the group games?

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