Upfront - A Women's Football Podcast

Chloe and Rachel are joined by women’s football journalist Jessy Parker Humphreys to look back on the WSL’s opening weekend - and what a bloody weekend it was! Liverpool proved how stubborn a test they’ll prove for the big dogs after beating Chelsea, while Arsenal and Man United impressed. Elsewhere, Man City’s loss to The Rachel Daly Experience bring more questions about the future of Gareth Tayl...

There was no WSL this weekend, but Chloe, Rachel and former Spurs and Watford defender Renee Hector are here to get stuck into a whole host of stories! They chew over what Keira Walsh’s transfer means for Man City's season, while Rachel tells us about the vibes in Ireland as they stand on the brink of the World Cup.  Renee also opens up about suffering racist abuse from a fellow player in 201...

The WSL is almost upon us! Chloe and Rachel are joined by Spurs legend Jenna Schillaci to provide your definitive lowdown on every club’s summer business and how things are going to shake out this season. Can anyone break Chelsea’s monopoly? Why will this season see the WSL’s tightest ever relegation battle? And who are the hidden gems you should be looking out for this weekend? We plant our flagp...

We’re back! Flo Lloyd-Hughes, Rachel O’Sullivan and Chloe Morgan reunite for a special Crystal Palace homecoming for Chloe in their very first home game at the Hayes Lane Stadium since her retirement. They discuss life for a player post-retirement and the buzz around one of the most exciting clubs in the Championship after the Euros. We also hear from Palace players Felicity Gibbons, Annabel Blanc...

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IT HAPPENED PEOPLE! After an almighty tussle with Germany, England – at last – lifted their first major tournament in 56 years.  Flo, Chloe and Rachel pick themselves up from the floor and congregate on Wembley Way to hail England’s history-makers. From Ella Toone’s dink, to Jill Scott’s iconic sledging, the girls relive one of the greatest nights in the history of English football. There’s a...

History beckons for England. Flo, Chloe and Rachel pick through what will be a huge occasion on Sunday night, but what will most of all be a mouthwatering battle between the two best teams of the tournament. From the key battles, to both teams’ routes to the final, to some scarring past meetings – we cover everything you need to know ahead of England vs Germany. Join us! Got a question for us? Twe...

Flo, Rachel and Chloe have just about composed themselves after two cracking semi-finals, where Germany edged out France and England smashed Sweden in Sheffield. We're here to get stuck into it all: Alessia Russo's backheel, that Alexandra Popp masterclass and the end of France's blistering tournament.  Join us on Saturday for our preview of the final! Got a question ahead of the game? Tweet...

It's crunch time! Flo, Rachel and Chloe are here with all you need to know ahead of two mouthwatering semi-finals, as the tournament's four best sides jostle for a place in the final. First up is the Lionesses vs Sweden; we debate who should start for Sarina Wiegman and assess their opponent's strengths. Then, in what could easily result in a penalty shootout or a 8-0 win, France's chaotic beauty...

And then there were four! Flo, Chloe and Rachel look back over three closely-fought quarter-finals, where some tournament favourites struggled to make their mark. Even if the Netherlands defence did resemble that Peter Kay football advert. Plus, which player rents out bouncy castles for a living and would Mark Parsons improve with a blonde wig? Come join us! Got a question for us? Tweet us  @...

What a night! But it certainly wasn’t eazaaay. England came back from behind to oust a rampant Spain thanks to Ella Toooonay and, well, an absolute howitzer from Georgia Stanway! Flo, Chloe and Rachel relive the night and their experience of it from pitchside, the stands and - in Chloe’s case - lots of bars. Plus, more feisty polling! Got a question for us? Tweet us  @FootballRamble ,  @...

Even though the quarter-final line-up is sorted, we can't quite agree on who should be there. Iceland will feel unlucky, but should Denmark?  Flo, Rachel and Chloe also look ahead to England's first proper test as they take on Spain in tomorrow's quarter-final, with all you need to know about where the game might be won or lost. Come on England! Artwork photo credit - GirlsontheBall Got a que...

Flo, Rachel and Chloe are here to wave England through to the quarter-finals after their 5-0 win. We wonder if Alessia Russo should start over Ellen White and highlight some lingering overconfidence England will need to stamp out. Elsewhere, Marie-Antoinette Katoto's injury took away from another France victory - and our dark horses fell at the first hurdle! What do we know... Artwork photo credit...

With the second round of group games we’re starting to see who might make a splash this summer, with Sweden and Netherlands leading a four-horse race in Group C! We dial in from our respective horror hotels to reflect on their race for top spot, before grading Germany’s tough test in Brentford and marking Denmark with a potential dark horse tab!  Artwork photo credit - GirlsontheBall Got a qu...

Flo, Rachel and Chloe just about make it to the studio after a chaotic night in Brighton, where England blew Norway to pieces! 8-0! Have some of that! We report back from the Amex and wonder how vital Sarina Wiegman is to England's chances. We also look over the other main contenders, including a sumptuous France performance, and tip the hat to Northern Ireland after their hopes of qualification w...

This summer's UEFA Women's Euros looks set to be a defining one for English football. Join Flo Lloyd-Hughes, Chloe Morgan and Rachel O'Sullivan as they head to Old Trafford to catch England's opening game! Immerse yourself in the sounds of a pulsating Warwick Road on the walk to the ground and a seismic England win. You'll also hear our memories about watching England down the years and what we ca...

Andy heads south for the second episode of his Swedish voyage, as he's in Scania for the latest Skånederby between two of cities biggest clubs. Amidst a fiercely competitive game, Andy catches up with Friend of the Ramble and Malmö native Alexandra Jonsson to discuss their volatile season and just how special the Eleda Stadion's atmosphere is. ***Please take the time to rate and review us on Apple...

Flo, Rachel and Chloe discuss Northern Ireland’s valiant effort against an impressive Norway side, but some post-match comments leave us scratching our heads. Plus, Group B is underway! Spain perfect the art of crossing while Germany put 2017 finalists Denmark to the sword. And we also look ahead to England’s Monday night showdown!  Got a question for us? Tweet us  @FootballRamble ,&nbsp...

Join us for the first of two special episodes of At The Match from one of the few European leagues currently playing: Sweden's Allsvenskan, where Andy caught a top-of-the-table clash! Immerse yourself in a cracking Hammarby atmosphere as they took on Häcken, and hear the likes of Scottish journalist Lee Roden and TV4's Martin Petersen reminisce about the local culture around one of Stockholm's big...

We're off! England kicked off their home Euros with a win against Austria last night. Flo, Rachel and Chloe were all at Old Trafford, so join us as we look back over a historic night for the Lionesses. We assess what was a solid, if underwhelming, performance from England and rate some surprise selections from Sarina Wiegman. We also look ahead to the next few matches, as Northern Ireland face Nor...

The Euros is nearly here! Flo, Rachel and Chloe are here with your definitive guide to England’s opening game tomorrow night! We look at Sarina Wiegmann’s options in midfield - will she opt for captain Leah Williamson? There’s also chat about how the Lionesses’ potent attack can unlock a stubborn Austrian defence. Got a question for us? Tweet us  @FootballRamble ,  @FloydTweet ,  @G...

It’s going to be a cracking summer of women’s football and we’re here with you every step of the way - Upfront is back! Join Flo, Rachel and Chloe three times a week here on FRP as we bring you the latest from across the tournament! Today’s pod has everything you need to know about the Euros ahead of kick-off next week; England’s chances, dark horses to look out for and a definitive rundown of Eng...

Today’s guest isn’t afraid to speak his mind and is deeply analytical about the world of football. Former Manchester City and Queens Park Rangers defender Nedum Onuoha joins Kate and Jim to reflect on his new book, Kicking Back! With fascinating insight, Nedum pulls back the curtain on dressing room culture and some of its more sinister, insular habits, and discusses why he found the sport to be s...

The Iceland national team’s run at Euro 2016 and qualification for the 2018 World Cup is one of football’s greatest ever underdog stories. Today, Andy speaks to one of the players at the heart of it all! Hannes Þór Halldórsson was Iceland’s first choice between the sticks for a decade, despite only picking up his gloves when he was 20. From saving a Lionel Messi penalty at the World Cup, to delive...

Dotun and Andy are joined by David Cartlidge, Nicky Bandini, and Miguel Delaney to ponder on the biggest stories from the season that was in European football! How did Carlo Ancelotti master Madrid? Now they are back at the top domestically, are the Milan clubs ready to take the Champions League by storm once more next season? And how is the balance of power going to shift on the wider European st...