Attacking Third: A CBS Sports Women's Soccer Podcast

Join Darian Jenkins, Jen Beattie, and McCall Zerboni for the first Attacking Third of the season! 00:00 New Year's recap 03:25 Transfer Window Roundup 08:33 Coaching Vacancies 11:30 Coaching Hires 23:00 USWNT Roster Reaction 32:45 She Believes Cup Matches 41:10 New Year New NWSL 48:00 I’m Starting a Rumor… Watch USWNT and NWSL games on P+" with a link to  ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠...

Darian Jenkins, Jen Beattie, and Christine Cupo are live previewing the final matchday of the UEFA Champions League! Which match do you have your eye on? Wolfsburg vs Chelsea and Juventus vs Manchester United are the headliners, but which other match can surprise? 03:25 UWCL Preview 07:45 Juventus vs. Manchester United 10:30 Wolfsburg vs. Chelsea 12:02 OH Leuven vs. Arsenal 15:30 Predictions 22:50...

Lisa Carlin, Sandra Herrera, and Jordan Angeli are with you for the latest edition of Attacking Third, recapping all the action from the UEFA Women's Champions League! OL Lyonnes and Manchester United squared off in a comfortable victory for the French side (3:23). Who impressed for OL Lyonnes? The crew runs through Real Madrid's convincing win (14:55) over Wolfsburg. And what happened to PSG? (19...

Sandra Herrera, McCall Zerboni, and Satara Murray are live to preview all the action ahead during this week's UEFA Women's Champions League action! Watch USWNT and NWSL games on P+" with a link to  ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.paramountplus.com/home/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Attacking Third is available for free on...

Sandra Herrera, along with McCall Zerboni and Jen Beattie, gives their full reaction to the news that broke (2:47) when the NWSL rejected the Washington Spirit’s offer to retain Trinity Rodman in the league. Can the league afford to lose Rodman? (22:58), and perhaps the bigger question, can the Spirit afford to lose Rodman? (26:31)? Plus the crew speculates where she could end up if she moves to E...

Catarina Macario and Jaedyn Shaw powered the USWNT to a 2-0 win over Italy, sealing a fourth straight victory to close out 2025. Darian Jenkins, Lori Lindsey and McCall Zerboni break down the result and what it tells us about where Emma Hayes’ squad is headed. The crew digs into the team’s strongest emerging partnerships and how Hayes’ expanded player pool is reshaping the depth chart. Claire Hutt...

Join Sandra Herrera, Christine Cupo, and McCall Zerboni for the full breakdown of the USWNT's friendly against Italy. In this episode, the crew first discusses the starting lineup (03:10) and the return of Naomi Girma to the squad (05:55). From there a discussion on the first half performance (08:03) and if the US is still experimenting with lineups (13:43). Catarina Macario stood out with a brace...

Darian Jenkins, Sandra Herrera, and McCall Zerboni relive the NWSL Championship between Gotham FC and Washington Spirit. The trio breaks down the game (08:41) and discusses the performance of each team's coach (20:20). Rose Lavelle (27:14) and Emily Sonnett (30:02) had standout performances for Gotham FC, but what went wrong with the Spirit? The trio discusses what went wrong with the Spirit (35:0...

Gotham FC defeated Trinity Rodman's Washington Spirit 1-0 thanks to a goal by Rose Lavelle. Poppy Miller, Ali Riley, Kelley O'Hara, and Darian Jenkins break down an enthralling NWSL Championship match and add some legendary hijinks after the Gotham victory. Watch USWNT and NWSL games on P+" with a link to  ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.paramountplus.com...

Lisa Carlin, Darian Jenkins, and Jen Beattie are live on Attacking Third, providing a detailed analysis of the NWSL Championship. The match between the Washington Spirit and Gotham FC is the league's top rivalry, and Attacking Third will examine it from every perspective. The crew plays a game of "What if" (05:45) to figure out who has the advantage in the final. What are the keys to Spirit succes...

Lisa Carlin, Darian Jenkins, and Lori Lindsey hit the mics moments after Gotham FC’s dramatic stoppage-time win over Orlando to punch their ticket to the 2025 NWSL Championship. The crew breaks down Jaedyn Shaw’s injury-time heroics, the Pride's inability to capitalize on their momentum, and how the Bats will prepare for the final. They also react to Washington Spirit’s dominant 2-0 win over Portl...

Darian Jenkins, McCall Zerboni, and Lori Lindsey are breaking down the NWSL semifinals! Will the Spirit have Trinity Rodman back and how might that impact Portland’s chances (04:22)? The crew weighs in on the key matchups, players who need to step up, and who’s headed to the final. Then it’s Orlando vs. Gotham: who’s really the favorite, and could Esther be the difference-maker (20:47)? Plus, the...

Mary Earps makes her Old Trafford homecoming as Manchester United host PSG in a massive UWCL showdown, and Sandra Herrera, Christine Cupo, and Satara Murray are breaking it all down (03:44). The crew previews Matchday 3 of the UEFA Women’s Champions League, from Chelsea’s attacking evolution (16:05) to OL Lyonnes’s title credentials (28:00) and Arsenal’s defensive worries (31:45). After a wild wee...

Darian Jenkins, Sandra Herrera, and McCall Zerboni break down all the action from the NWSL quarterfinals. We review every match from this past weekend. The Thorns glided past the San Diego Wave in a tight contest. We talked to Mackenzie Arnold post-match (20:12)! Washington Spirit squeaked past Racing Louisville; was that the plan all along? The biggest upset of the quarterfinals was Gotham FC got...

Lisa Carlin, Darian Jenkins, and Jen Beattie take a deep dive into the NWSL Quarterfinals. The marquee match is the Washington Spirit vs. Racing Louisville (04:16). Does Racing have what it takes to pull off the massive upset? Portland Thorns vs. San Diego Wave is also under the microscope (13:31). After the break a battle of heavyweights between KC Current and Gotham FC (23:30. Wrapping up the fu...

Darian Jenkins, Christine Cupo, and Lori Lindsey go through their best XI from the eliminated NWSL teams. (03:09) Plus, brackets for the upcoming NWSL playoffs! (17:19) Who can make a deep run? Who will get upset in the early rounds? Attacking Third has the answers to all your questions. Former England goalkeeper Mary Earps has an autobiography in the news (27:15). Christine has some choice words...

Lisa Carlin, Sandra Herrera, and McCall Zerboni take you through all the NWSL Decision DRAMA! Racing Louisville qualified for the playoffs for the first time in franchise history after a dramatic win at home against Bay FC (04:30). Louisville captain Arin Wright joined the show to describe the amazing accomplishment (15:05). Then, the trio breaks down all the drama from decision day in the NWSL (2...

Lisa Carlin, Lori Lindsey, and Satara Murray break down the USWNT’s emphatic 6-0 win over New Zealand to wrap up the October window. The crew spotlights standout performances from Michelle Cooper and Lily Yohannes, and celebrates Lo’eau Labonta’s special night in front of the Kansas City crowd. They analyze Emma Hayes’ starting XI - with Emily Sams’ defensive versatility, Claudia Dickey in goal, a...

Christine Cupo and Jess McDonald break down the USWNT’s 3–1 win over Portugal - a statement response just days after their shock defeat to the same opponent. Emma Hayes’ faith in youth paid off, with Olivia Moultrie bagging a brace, Lily Yohannes showcasing poise beyond her years, and Jaedyn Shaw carrying her Gotham form onto the international stage. The crew takes a closer look at a backline full...

Sandra Herrera, Jess McDonald and Satara Murray react to a surprising upset in Philadelphia where the USWNT fell 2-1 to Portugal. The crew breaks down what went wrong - from defensive lapses on set pieces, to a disconnect in midfield, and a lack of aerial presence in the forward line. The trio assesses Emma Hayes' starting XI, discusses Alex Morgan being honored pre-match, and gives Portugal their...

Lisa Carlin, Darian Jenkins, and Sandra Herrera join you for the latest episode of Attacking Third! On today's episode, fresh from the Angel City vs. Portland Thorns contest, Olivia Moultrie joins the show (48:02) after a huge win for the Thorns. Plus, the crew gives their BEST XI from Week 25 of the NWSL season! There are NO RULES on how many players can make the "Team of the Week." Watch USWNT a...

Sandra Herrera, Jordan Angeli, and Satara Murray kick off with a full breakdown of the Women’s Champions League - Alyssa Thompson shining for Chelsea, Arsenal grinding out a win, and European heavyweights Barcelona, Lyon, and Wolfsburg staying perfect. Then the crew turns to Emma Hayes’ latest USWNT roster, where Trinity Rodman’s knee injury dominates headlines just hours after her call-up. With J...

Darian Jenkins, McCall Zerboni, and Lo’eau Labonta celebrate the Kansas City Current’s record-breaking NWSL season! Lo’eau takes us inside the locker room of a historic campaign - from favorite memories and epic celebrations to tributes for Mallory Weber and Lu Barnes. Then, the crew switches gears to talk pep talks: what makes a great one, how to rally after big defeats, and their all-time best l...

Lisa Carlin, Christine Cupo, and Jen Beattie recap all the NWSL Week 24 action following Angel City’s 2-0 win over Houston Dash, discussing how new arrivals have transformed the team and whether a playoff run is on the cards. San Diego Wave's seven-game winless run is no more, Gotham can't stop KC Current, and "Mad" Marta helps Orlando Pride see off Portland Thorns. Plus, a postgame chat with Ange...

Darian Jenkins, Sandra Herrera, and Jordan Angeli unpack a wild opening matchday in the UEFA Women’s Champions League! From Lyon’s statement win over Arsenal to Barcelona’s 7–1 demolition of Bayern Munich and Twente’s surprise draw with Chelsea, the crew breaks down the biggest results and debates who’s trending up (Atlético, Real Madrid, Barça) and who’s trending down (sorry, PSG). Then it’s back...