Attacking Third: A CBS Sports Women's Soccer Podcast

The USWNT has dropped their roster ahead of the 2023 SheBelieves Cup. Sandra Herrera and Lisa Roman breakdown the roster discussing the biggest names missing, the newest names and so much more. Watch USWNT, NWSL and WSL games on P+" with a link to  https://www.paramountplus.com/home/ Attacking Third is available for free on the Audacy app as well as Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitch...

Sandra Herrera and Lisa Roman run through the latest news and notes around the world of women’s football. They discuss the latest signings in the NWSL as all teams report for the start of preseason. Plus, US Soccer announces detailed plans for their implementation of Sally Yate’s 12 participant safety recommendations. International soccer has made announcements with Concacaf and Comebol talking ab...

Sandra Herrera and Lisa Roman sit down with new Orlando Pride general manager and vice president of soccer operation Haley Carter. The in depth interview dives into Carter's former roles from Houston Dash player to assistant coach, scouting and recruiting coach, international assistant coach and the business side of her past. Carter discusses the complexities of transition from a player in the NWS...

Sandra Herrera and Lisa Roman welcome special guest for an interview. #2 overall draft pick, Mac Hermann Trophy winner, sophomore forward out of Duke University ahead of the Kansas City Current preseason. They talk about Michelle’s experience at the 2023 NWSL Draft, her decision to leave college after 2 seasons and go pro, and what she hopes to bring to the KC Current front line. Plus, Michelle ta...

Sandra Herrera and Lisa Roman run through the latest news and notes around the world of women's football. They discuss the latest in the NWSL investigation, the most recent round of updates from investigations lead to the termination of two members of Portland Thorns' technical staff (4:40). Plus, Washington Spirit faces another wave of bad light from former head coach Kris Ward (12:46). Also, the...

Sandra Herrera and Lisa Roman run through the latest news and notes in the world of women’s football. They discuss the international news regarding the Women’s Super League’s latest fixtures and how the cold, frozen pitch played a factor. Plus, the NWSL has been ACTIVE with trades. (4:03) - Women's Super League games postponed (10:59) - Tigres vs Bayern partnership (16:45) - FIFA Women's World Cup...

Sandra Herrera and Lisa Roman recap the second in a pair of friendlies for the United States against New Zealand. They discuss the starting lineup changes, the difference from the first game to the second, and big impact players. Plus, they talk about the impact of these matches just 6 months out from the 2023 Women’s World Cup. Watch USWNT, NWSL and WSL games on P+" with a link to  https://www.pa...

Sandra Herrera and Lisa Roman preview the second in a pair of friendlies for the United States Women's National Team in New Zealand. After defeating the football ferns 4-0 in the first meeting, what does the USA need to do this time around. Lisa and Sandra give a full preview, lineup predictions, scoreline predictions, analysis and more. Plus, they discuss what will happen in the USA's midfield wi...

Sandra Herrera and Lisa Roman welcome #1 overall draft pick out of high school, forward Alyssa Thompson. The 18-year old was chosen #1 overall by Angel City and will join the club locally in LA while she finishes her senior year of high school. Alyssa talks about the draft day for her, attending school that morning and who she was celebrating with during the event. She talks about her decision to...

Sandra Herrera and Lisa Roman recap the first in a pair of friendlies for the United States Women’s National Team in New Zealand. Full recap, analysis and more. (5:28) -- USA starting lineups (9:14) -- What is happening with the USA midfield?? (17:42) -- First Half Analysis (27:49) -- Second Half Analysis Watch USWNT, NWSL and WSL games on P+" with a link to  https://www.paramountplus.com/home/ At...

Sandra Herrera and Lisa Roman preview the first in a pair of friendlies for the United States Women's National Team in New Zealand. This January Camp features 24-player roster for Vlatko Andonovski as the team traveled to New Zealand for the first time in preparation for the 2023 Women's World Cup. Lisa and Sandra give a full preview, lineup predictions, scoreline predictions, analysis and more. (...

Sandra Herrera and Lisa Roman give a in-depth recap of the 2023 NWSL Draft. First they discuss the pre-draft press conference from NWSL Commissioner Jessica Berman. She talked about the joint investigation, salary caps, allocation money, the league's brand updates and expansion team options. Draft Day 2023 was full of trades, deals and more. Lisa and Sandra discuss the craziest trades that happene...

Sandra Herrera and Lisa Roman give live reactions to the 2023 NWSL Draft. They discuss the first round picks (6:28), which players were drafted higher than expected, and which players will make the biggest impact at their new clubs. Plus, a number of last-minute trades shake things up for the draft order.  Watch USWNT, NWSL and WSL games on P+” with a link to https://www.paramountplus.com/home/ At...

Sandra Herrera and Lisa Roman run through the latest news and notes. The NWSL released a Corrective Action and Sanctions following the results of the joint investigation (5:16). This resulted in numerous former coaches and staff being banned and 6 different NWSL Clubs being fined. Debinha - the most sought-after NWSL Free Agent - signs with Kansas City Current (18:50). Plus, Portland Thorns promot...

Four NWSL teams create a bombshell trade just 7 days before the NWSL Draft! Portland Thorns, Gotham FC, Angel City and Orlando Pride all trade various players and money to secure Angel City FC the #1 pick in the NWSL Draft (2:58). LA Times reports that Angel City is hoping to pick 18-year-old forward Alyssa Thompson as the first overall pick. Plus, the first US Women's National Team Roster of the...

Sandra Herrera and Lisa Roman preview the 2023 NWSL College Draft. They discuss the 12 teams in the NWSL and their biggest needs heading into the 11th year of the league. Plus, they take a look at the top 10 NWSL draft prospects and where they might end up for their rookie years. Full NWSL Draft Preview and Big Board. Watch USWNT, NWSL and WSL games on P+" with a link to  https://www.paramountplus...

Sandra Herrera and Lisa Roman run through their ideal roster wishlist for the 2023 USWNT January Camp. The United States is heading to New Zealand for the first time ever in preparation for the 2023 Women’s World Cup. US head coach Vlatko Andonovski will set a roster to train and compete in 2 friendlies vs the Football Ferns (12:13). Who are the biggest names expected to return to the roster. Plus...

Sandra Herrera and Lisa Roman run through the biggest dates in 2023. From the NWSL draft to the Women's World Cup, they let you know all the big events and the timeline for the entire year of women's football. Full breakdown and more. Watch USWNT, NWSL and WSL games on P+" with a link to  https://www.paramountplus.com/home/ Attacking Third is available for free on the Audacy app as well as Apple P...

Sandra Herrera and Lisa Roman run through the latest news and notes around the world of women’s football. They discuss the latest transfer and free agency news in the NWSL including Brazilian international midfielder Debinha announcing she will not be returning to North Carolina Courage (4:25) and an update on Marta with Orlando Pride (15:23). Also, Sam Laity, the newest head coach of the Houston...

Sandra Herrera and Lisa Roman recap the year of 2022 for the US Women's National Team. They discuss the friendlies of the year, winning Concacaf W Championship over Canada, the historic CBA plus, they reflect on the Yates Investigation Results (3:21) as well as the devastating injuries that plagued the team (9:50). Throughout 2022, there were many milestones hit from Alex Morgan's 200th cap to Sop...

Sandra Herrera and Lisa Roman run through the latest news and notes around the world of women's football. First, they discuss the latest trade rumors surrounding NWSL free agent and Brazilian international Debinha (4:39). With talks of Women's Super League and NWSL teams all wanting a piece of her magic. Plus, the latest on the stars that have suffered season-ending injuries (20:00). Fifa announce...

The NWSL and NWSLPA Investigation Report results dropped and feature "widespread misconduct" across multiple NWSL clubs. Sandra Herrera and Lisa Roman take you through the biggest takeaways from the investigation. Since the report was released, there have been statements, firings and more from NWSL clubs. All you need to know. VOTE FOR ATTACKING THIRD: https://vote.signalaward.com/PublicVoting#/20...

Sandra Herrera and Lisa Roman run through the latest news and notes in the world of women's football. They discuss the latest signings in the NWSL with Canadian international Gabrielle Carle signing with Washington Spirit (12:09). Plus, Sandra and Lisa pay tribute to the late Grant Wahl, profound US soccer journalist that suddenly passed in Qatar (4:50). US Soccer has announced it's SheBelieves Cu...

Sandra Herrera and Lisa Roman run through the latest news and notes in women’s soccer. The NWSL front office is bulking up with three new executive hires including former NWSL player Carlin Hudson. Plus, the free agents in the NWSL are making moves. The latest move has former Chicago Red Stars Morgan Gautrat and Vanessa DiBernardo heading to Kansas City. This big exodus from Chicago comes on the h...

Sandra Herrera and Lisa Roman run through the latest news and notes around women’s soccer. In the NWSL, Portland Thorns owner Merritt Paulson and Chicago Red Stars owner Arnim Whistler have announced they are selling their respective clubs. Also, following an investigation with Portland HR, Thorns head coach Rhian Wilkinson has resigned just over a month after winning the NWSL Championship. Plus,...