Counter Pressed with Flo Lloyd-Hughes and Friends

Flo Lloyd-Hughes is joined by Jessy Parker Humphreys to breakdown an up and down series of games for England. The Lionesses followed up a big 5-0 win over Belgium with a shock 3-2 defeat. What are the issues and why do they keep coming back? We also answer some of your listener questions. Host: Flo Lloyd-Hughes Guest: Jessy Parker Humphreys Producer: Katie Baxter Learn more about your ad choices....

Flo Lloyd-Hughes is joined by Jessy Parker Humphreys, Becky Taylor-Gill and special guest Miriam Walker-Khan, diversity and inclusion reporter at Sky Sports and founder of Brown Girl Sport, for a special episode all about Bend it like Beckham. On the film’s 23rd anniversary, we chat about the impact it had when it was released and why it was such a phenomenon. We also unpack the cultural legacy of...

Flo Lloyd-Hughes is joined by Gilly Flaherty and Jessy Parker Humphreys to break down another weekend of WSL action. Chelsea dropped points thanks to a late West Ham equaliser. We discuss whether it will make any difference for Chelsea’s comfortable title position and also praise West Ham. We then dive into Manchester United’s hunt for European football and the relegation fight. Host: Flo Lloyd-Hu...

Flo Lloyd-Hughes is joined by Jessy Parker Humphreys and Becky Taylor-Gill to discuss Chelsea and Arsenal’s historic comebacks in the quarter-finals of the Champions League. Chelsea blasted past Manchester City to overcome their two-goal deficit, while Arsenal saved their comeback for a second-half storm against Real Madrid. Host: Flo Lloyd-Hughes Guests: Jessy Parker Humphreys, Becky Taylor-Gill...

Flo Lloyd-Hughes is joined by Gilly Flaherty and Jessy Parker Humphreys to discuss Chelsea’s stoppage time winner against Manchester City and a huge result at the Emirates for Arsenal. We run through City’s latest injury issues and a refereeing controversy, before unpacking Arsenal’s performance and Real Madrid’s historic Clasico win. Host: Flo Lloyd-Hughes Guests: Gilly Flaherty, Jessy Parker Hum...

Flo Lloyd-Hughes is joined by Jessy Parker Humphreys and Becky Taylor-Gill to discuss the first legs of the Champions League quarterfinals. Chelsea finally taste defeat this season as Manchester City claim a 2-0 advantage in the first leg. But what does it mean for the next two clashes between these juggernauts? It was a tough time for Arsenal as they conceded two at a muddy Madrid. Can they turn...

Flo Lloyd-Hughes is joined by Jessy Parker Humphreys and Becky Taylor-Gill straight from the Pride Park press box as Chelsea beat Manchester City 2-1 in the League Cup final. We chat through the poor pitch that got everyone talking and discuss whether City can build on this performance in the next three games against Chelsea. Host: Flo Lloyd-Hughes Guests: Jessy Parker Humphreys, Becky Taylor-Gill...

Flo Lloyd-Hughes is joined by Jessy Parker Humphreys and Becky Taylor-Gill to discuss the shocking departure of Gareth Taylor and the return of Nick Cushing to Manchester City. They then preview the League Cup final and work out whether the ghosts of finals past will come back to haunt Chelsea. Host: Flo Lloyd-Hughes Guests: Jessy Parker Humphreys & Becky Taylor-Gill Producer: Katie Baxter Learn m...

Flo Lloyd-Hughes is joined by Gilly Flaherty and Becky Taylor-Gill to discuss the latest on the reports that the WPLL will be scrapping relegation. We then dive into the Women’s FA Cup quarterfinals as Arsenal suffer a shock defeat and Chelsea, United, and City all go through. Host: Flo Lloyd-Hughes Guests: Gilly Flaherty, Becky Taylor-Gill Producer: Katie Baxter Learn more about your ad choices....

Flo Lloyd-Hughes is joined by Jessy Parker Humphreys and Becky Taylor-Gill to discuss the reports that WSL clubs will be voting on a proposal to scrap relegation from the 2026-27 season onwards. We have our say on why we think it’s the wrong thing to do and what the ramifications could be for a plan like this. We then dive into the weekend’s games, unpacking Arsenal’s chaotic win over West Ham and...

Flo Lloyd-Hughes is joined by Jessy Parker Humphreys and Becky Taylor-Gill to discuss the bombshell news that Matt Beard is leaving his role at Liverpool with immediate effect. We then unpack England’s huge win against Spain in the Nations League and touch on Japan’s SheBelieves success. Host: Flo Lloyd-Hughes Guests: Jessy Parker Humphreys, Becky Taylor-Gill Producer: Katie Baxter Learn more abou...

Flo Lloyd-Hughes is joined by Gilly Flaherty and Jessy Parker Humphreys to unpack England’s 1-1 draw with Portugal in the Nations League. Is Sarina Wiegman’s team going in the right direction, and what awaits them against Spain? They also reflect on Sonia Bompastor and Camille Abily revealing their 13-year relationship. Host: Flo Lloyd-Hughes Guests: Jessy Parker Humphreys, Gilly Flaherty Producer...

Flo Lloyd-Hughes is joined by Jessy Parker Humphreys, Becky Taylor-Gill and special guest Liz Ward for an in-depth look at LGBTQ+ education in football. Liz is an expert on inclusion in football; she has worked at Stonewall and currently consults on a number of different projects within the men’s and women’s game. We chat to Liz about her work, the recent rainbow armband debate that split the game...

Flo Lloyd-Hughes is joined by Gilly Flaherty and Jessy Parker Humphreys to discuss a big weekend for the WSL’s top four. We chat about Bunny Shaw’s powerful celebration following the racist and misogynistic abuse she experienced. We also unpack the North London derby, Chelsea’s late win over Everton, and celebrate the teams doing it differently at the bottom of the WSL. Host: Flo Lloyd-Hughes Gues...

Flo Lloyd-Hughes is joined by Gilly Flaherty, Jessy Parker Humphreys, and Becky Taylor-Gill for the annual 'Counter Pressed' love-in. We hear some amazing listener love stories and romantic dilemmas. We also share some of our own football love stories. Host: Flo Lloyd-Hughes Guests: Becky Taylor-Gill, Jessy Parker Humphreys & Gilly Flaherty Producer: Katie Baxter Learn more about your ad choices....

Flo Lloyd-Hughes is joined by Gilly Flaherty, Jessy Parker Humphreys, and Becky Taylor-Gill to discuss the action from the Women’s FA Cup fifth round. There were no upsets, but there was plenty of drama. We hear about Becky’s trip to Rugby and Jessy’s transport woes on the way to Kingsmeadow. Plus we reflect on the Champions League knockout draw that finally took place last week. Host: Flo Lloyd-H...

Flo Lloyd-Hughes is joined by Becky Taylor-Gill and Tim Stillman from Arseblog to discuss the Subway Cup semifinal between Arsenal and Manchester City. A last-gasp Mary Fowler winner got the job done for City as they narrowly claimed a 2-1 win. Can they save their season with a domestic cup win? And how disappointed will Arsenal be to miss out on another League Cup final? Host: Flo Lloyd-Hughes Gu...

Flo Lloyd-Hughes is joined by Jessy Parker Humphreys and Becky Taylor-Gill to break down the chaos that was Manchester City's 3-4 loss to Arsenal. They then have a big debate about VAR in the WSL and discuss Chelsea‘s narrow win over Villa and United’s victory at Spurs. Host: Flo Lloyd-Hughes Guests: Becky Taylor-Gill & Jessy Parker Humphreys Producer: Katie Baxter Learn more about your ad choices...

Flo Lloyd-Hughes is joined by Jessy Parker Humphreys and Becky Taylor-Gill to discuss some late drama in the January transfer window. Chelsea are set to pull off a dramatic late move for Keira Walsh, Ingrid Engen also wants out of Barcelona, and Chloe Kelly has gone to her notes app to try and force a move from Manchester City. What does it all mean and why is it happening? We dive into all of tha...

Flo Lloyd-Hughes is joined by Jessy Parker Humphreys and Becky Taylor- Gill from the press box at Stamford Bridge after Chelsea edge out Arsenal in a drama-filled clash. The win gives Chelsea a big lead in the title race, but is it over? We also reflect on the arrival of Naomi Girma and her pre-match parade. Plus, what next for Arsenal? Host: Flo Lloyd-Hughes Guests: Becky Taylor-Gill & Jessy Park...

Flo Lloyd-Hughes is joined by Jessy Parker Humphreys and Becky Taylor-Gill to chat about the Subway Cup quarterfinals and who went through in everyone’s favourite cup competition. We then get into the big transfer stories of the week as Naomi Girma became the first $1 million player in women’s football. The American is set to leave the San Diego Wave to join Chelsea in the NWSL. There was also a b...

Flo Lloyd-Hughes is joined by Jessy Parker Humphreys to chat through a memorable Manchester derby on Sunday night. Manchester City are out of the title race, but could their spot in the top four also be in trouble? We also discuss Chloe Kelly’s future after she was linked to a loan deal to Manchester United. Then we look at Arsenal after Renée Slegers was finally appointed permanent head coach and...

Flo Lloyd-Hughes is joined by Jessy Parker Humphreys, Becky Taylor-Gill, and special guest Luca Russo, vice president women’s football Europe at Wasserman, for the latest episode of our Investigates series. This week’s deep dive is all about agents. What are the rules around representative players? How do you negotiate new contracts or push for a transfer? Find out all this and more. Host: Flo Llo...

Flo Lloyd-Hughes is joined by Gilly Flaherty and Jessy Parker Humphreys for the first episode of 2025! We have a bit of a recap on 'The Traitors' (spoiler alert) before diving into some of the stories from the fourth round of the Women’s FA Cup. Then we get into coaching news, Jonas Eidevall’s recent media interviews, and a bit of transfer chat. Host: Flo Lloyd-Hughes Guests: Jessy Parker Humphrey...

Flo Lloyd-Hughes is joined by Gilly Flaherty, Jessy Parker Humphreys and Becky Taylor-Gill for the third annual Counter Pressed Christmas Quiz. Tis the season of festive chaos and intense competition. Host: Flo Lloyd-Hughes Guests: Becky Taylor-Gill, Gilly Flaherty & Jessy Parker Humphreys Producer: Katie Baxter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices