Attacking Third: A CBS Sports Women's Soccer Podcast

Lisa Carlin, Darian Jenkins, and Sandra Herrera kick off the show by breaking down all the NWSL 2024 Playoff matches starting with Orlando Pride vs Chicago Red Stars. Then, they discuss KC Current vs NC Courage, Washington Spirit vs Bay FC, and finally, Gotham FC vs Portland Thorns. Next, the A3 crew reassess the Final NWSL Draft Class, which is loaded with talent that showed out all season long b...

Lisa Carlin and Sandra Herrera revisit the 2021 NWSL Final as part of our "Countdown to Kansas City" series as we edge even closer to this year's final. Next, Lisa and Sandra play a game of "Name That Player!" Play along by trying guess what player is being described from a series of clues. And finally, ICYMI: News & Notes, all the latest from around the globe in women's football including tho...

Lisa Carlin, Darian Jenkins, and Christine Cupo start the show by highlighting their moments of the weekend. Then, it's all things NWSL with the playoff picture completely solidified after the final weekend in the NWSL. The group recap the results and then fill out their prediction brackets with the quarterfinals kicking off this weekend. And finally, the A3 crew celebrate their superlatives from...

Lisa Carlin, Darian Jenkins, Sandra Herrera, and Aaron West kick off the show with a chat about the insane record breaking year in the NWSL. From Temwa Chawinga to the Orlando Pride, there's still time for more records to fall in the final week! Next, the group discusses all the various playoff scenarios for the two unclaimed playoff spots in the NWSL that are being fought for by three teams. Then...

Lisa Carlin, Darian Jenkins, and Sandra Herrera react and recap the USWNT's defeat of Argentina by the score of 3-0. This will go down as the "Girma Game" as Naomi scored not once, but twice -- her first international goals. The match also saw Rose Lavelle honored for her 100th USWNT Cap. The A3 crew also discuss the hardship facing Argentina's Women's Team that goes beyond the pitch. And the grou...

In this A3 One Shot, Lisa Carlin and Sandra Herrera celebrate the winners honored during the ceremony of the 2024 Ballon d'Or Féminin, but then dive deep into its short and awkward history, the notable discrepancies between the Men's and Women's awards, and where things need to and hopefully will go in the future. Watch USWNT, NWSL and WSL games on P+" with a link to  https://www.paramountplus.com...

Lisa Carlin, Darian Jenkins, and Christine Cupo are in full recap mode kicking things off with a continued conversation about the recent USWNT matches vs Iceland. Then, they turn their attention to the NWSL x Liga MX Femenil Summer Cup by recapping the Final between the KC Current & Gotham FC. Next, a look at all the recent International Friendlies from this past weekend followed by a preview...

Darian Jenkins and Sandra Herrera react and recap the USWNT's second of two friendly matches against Iceland which resulted in a repeat scoreline of 3-1. Our host discuss the significant lineup changes from both sides as well as the unbelievable debuts from both Emily Sams and Emma Sears. And finally, a look-ahead to Wednesday's final October friendly which sees the USWNT square off against Argent...

Lisa Carlin, Darian Jenkins, and Sandra Herrera react and recap the USWNT's 3-1 defeat of Iceland in the first of two friendly matches between the sides. Alyssa Thompson blew the roof off in her return to the side after a 10-month hiatus while two of her teammates made their senior debuts in Yazmeen Ryan and Hal Hershfelt. Sonnett secured her 100th cap while 19-year old Jaedyn Shaw slotted in the...

Lisa Carlin and Sandra Herrera chat with KC Current goalkeeper Almuth Schult about the upcoming Summer Cup Final on Friday where she will face-off against her German International counterpart Ann-Katrin Berger and Gotham FC. The group also discuss what she expects defensively in this match, her PK preparation if if comes to that, and the most challenging attacks she's faced in the NWSL this season...

In this A3 One Shot, Lisa Carlin and Sandra Herrera chat with USWNT and San Diego Wave defender Naomi Girma about the team's upcoming international friendlies against Iceland and Argentina. Girma gives her advice to first-time players in camp, what the team is looking to learn, and what she'd like her role to be in the next phase of the USWNT. She also reveals what accessories would be included if...

Lisa Carlin and Sandra Herrera revisit the 2019 NWSL Final as our "Countdown to Kansas City" series continues. Then, our hosts discuss the breaking news that the Chicago Red Stars are rebranding for next season as Chicago Stars FC. Next, Lisa and Sandra have an in-depth conversation about the Pros and Cons of turning professional at a extremely young age, coming off 14 year old Stella Spitzer maki...

Lisa Carlin, Darian Jenkins, and Aaron West recap the weekend that was in the NWSL which saw teams get eliminated and Temwa Chawinga set yet another record. The group also react to the Orlando Pride dropping their second game in a row after winning the shield. Next, Sandra Herrera is welcomed in as the A3 crew deliver their respective Moments of the Weekend. Then, a preview of Thursday's upcoming...

Lisa Carlin, Darian Jenkins, and Aaron West react to the USWNT roster drop for the October friendlies against Iceland and Argentina. Then, the group welcome in former Colombian professional footballer who last played as a centre back for Liga MX Femenil club CF Monterrey and the Colombia women's national team to shine a light on the growth of the game with players now excelling around the world. N...

Lisa Carlin and Sandra Herrera welcome in NC Courage Captain Denise O'Sullivan as they revisit the 2018 NWSL Final while we "Countdown to Kansas City." Then, Lisa and Sandra discuss the intense reactions to Boston's rollout of the latest NWSL team to join the league - BOS Nation. And finally, ICYMI: all the latest news & notes from around women's football. Watch USWNT, NWSL and WSL games on P+...

Lisa Carlin, Darian Jenkins, and Christine Cupo discuss all the latest surrounding the women's game. First up, the group recap the WSL matches from this past weekend including Chelsea's defeat of Arsenal at the Emirates, Phallon Tullis-Joyce with yet another clean sheet, and Man City remaining undefeated in all-comps. Next, a recap of all the notable NWSL results from the weekend including the Por...

First off, Lisa Carlin, Darian Jenkins, and Aaron West discuss the unfortunate news coming out of the Washington Spirit camp - Andi Sullivan has sustained a season ending ACL injury. The group discuss the impact and ripple effect this causes adding to an already egregious long list for the Spirit. Then, a chat about Karina LeBlanc transitioning out of her role as GM at the Portland Thorns. Next, a...

Lisa Carlin and Sandra Herrera open up the doors and induct the one and only, the GOAT of GOATS, the International Icon Marta into the Hall of Legends. Then, they recap and revisit the 2017 NWSL Final alongside World Cup winner and current Portland Thorns defender Meghan Klingenberg. And finally, ICYMI: News & Notes, including Chawinga's opportunity to score against every team in the league. W...

Lisa Carlin, Darian Jenkins, and Christine Cupo discuss all the latest surrounding the women's game. First up, a celebration of the Orlando Pride winning their first ever trophy as a club is officially the 2024 NWSL Shield winners. Next, the group welcome in Jen Beattie, who plays for Bay FC of the NWSL and formerly the Scotland national team. Her previous clubs include Celtic, Arsenal, Montpellie...

Sandra Herrera and Christine Cupo react to the news that the NWSL disciplined Angel City FC for Salary Cap violation in this A3 ONE SHOT. They discuss the ripple effect both immediate and long term having been deducted 3pts amidst a hotly contested playoff push as well as the league stating, "...the NWSL will be conducting annual investigations and audits of player spending across clubs to ensure...

Sandra Herrera, Darian Jenkins, and Christine Cupo preview this weekend's upcoming action in the NWSL including the big matchup between the Orlando Pride and the Washington Spirit. Then they take a look at Racing Louisville vs KC Current and North Carolina vs San Diego Wave. Next, the group welcome in KC Current defender Kayla Sharples to talk about her move from Bay FC to her current club, what i...

Lisa Carlin and Sandra Herrera continued the "Countdown to Kansas City" series by taking a look back at the 2016 NWSL Final. Then, they welcome in World Cup and multiple NWLS Championship winner Jess McDonald in to revisit that 2016 NWSL Final when she played for the winning side Western New York Flash. She shares stories about the now infamous PK shootout, what life was like in the league back th...

Lisa Carlin, Aaron West, and Christine Cupo were in studio to discuss all the latest surrounding women's football. First up, reactions to Alex Popp anouncing her retirement from International football and will play her final match for Germany in an upcoming friendly. The group also discuss the legacy and career that Christine Sinclair leaves behind having also announced her retirement at the end o...

Lisa Carlin and Sandra Herrera went live on YouTube for an A3 ONE SHOT in celebration of the GOAT, living soccer legend Christine Sinclair. Today, the news dropped that she'll be retiring at the end of the season from football. Previously, in 2023, she announced her retirement from international football. This will now be her last run on the field and it will be with the Portland Thorns where she...

Lisa Carlin, Sandra Herrera, Christine Cupo, and Aaron West were all live on YouTube to preview the upcoming weekend of soccer action. But before they do, the group chats about all the Bubble Teams in the NWSL. Only 7pts separate positions 6-10 on the table and only 5 games left in the regular season. Next up, a preview of all the NWSL action coming up this weekend. And finally, a look at all the...