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Annie & André relive the Spirit's dramatic 2-1 dub over Houston Dash! We discuss the Spirit settling into a dominant performance, a missed pen and missed chances threatening to force a draw rather an a win, and Trinity Rodman late winning goal (with a faux assist from Gift Monday). Then, we dive into some news, including a couple contract extensions, and a long and scary list of players wh...

Annie, Ella & André recap the Spirit's final match before the break, a 2-1 win over Seattle Reign. We discuss why some players weren't exactly satisfied with the performance, despite scoring all the goals in the game. We dissect all the goals, relive Eli Tsé's performance in her first NWSL start, deliver some Hal Appreciation, and a lot more! Please subscribe, rate and review, it m...

Annie, Ella & André review the final rounds of the Concacaf W Champions Cup. After quickly reviewing the 1-0 win over Pachuca (including the substitutions that led to the winning goal), we break down the chaotic 5-3 loss to Club América. We discuss fighting back from 2-0, the mistake that changed everything, Sofia Cantore's shooting technique, Rose Kouassi's brace, Trinity Rodman, elev...

Annie, Ella & André review the Washington Spirit's unbeaten streak coming to an end in San Diego. We chat about an overall impressive performance, but dive into the details that cost two goals. We dive into an unexpected change in the starting lineup, defensive hesitation, standard corners (!), and the late error that gifted a winning goal. Please subscribe, rate and review, it means a lot...

Annie, Ella & André review a difficult match against Seattle Reign. The Spirit had to #suffer, but in the end found the moment of magic to collect all three points and keep the win streak alive! We talk about why the pressure was effective, how the Spirit countered, and break down the sweeping multi-player move that created the chance that Claudia Martínez buried. Then, we talk about Andi Sull...

Annie & André review the Washington Spirit's comfortable midweek win over Rahsing #Loovull, then dive into the goalfest against Orlando Pride, which the Spirit won 4-2. We get into Mama Andi bringing the calm, Trinity Rodman not being Greenland, Sofia Cantore scoring a normal goal (and why her winger skillset is working in central spaces in the NWSL), Claudia Martínez's elite skills, a...

Annie, Ella & André relive the Spirit's thrilling 4-0 win over Kansas City Current! We talk about the goal explosion that's been coming, break down all goals and key moments, André makes good on his promise to talk way too much about Claudia Martínez's first goal, and celebrate top-tier performances from Leicy Santos, Rebeca Bernal, Sandy MacIver, Kate Wiesner and Trinity Rodman. P...

Annie, Ella & André were delighted to chat with Washington Spirit goalkeeper Kaylie Collins! We discuss her path into soccer, becoming a goalkeeper, protecting the TV, vital role of backup GKs, the importance of her partnership with IDA Sports, fridge clean out dishes, being a hobby girl, and more. Please subscribe, rate and review, it means a lot to us! 🙏 ==================== Follow Us Insta...

After a short review of the Washington Spirit's 2-0 win over Bay FC, Annie, Ella & André dive into a much too early season review. We look at what we've learned over the first five games, what we've liked, what we haven't, some potential solutions to problems that may or may not be problems (I know, we'll explain), and give our final assessment on a strange 1W-3D-1L stretch...

Annie, Ella & André were delighted to chat with Lucia Di Guglielmo & Sofia Cantore! They joined us for a joint interview in which we discuss the last time they played each other (oops, sorry Lucia), how to properly pronounce their names, their journey into football, who supported them the most, becoming a professional, leaving Italy, best goal they've scored so far, how to make a good...

Annie, Ella & André review the record-breaking, but dull, 0-0 draw against Denver Summit. We chat through the lineup, formation and familiar attacking struggles, and discuss how NWSL scheduling played its part in the match sending 63,004 people home without having seen a goal. Then we briefly look ahead to Sunday's matchup with Bay FC, and the progress we're hoping to see. Thank you fo...

Annie & André recap an annoying and deflating 1-1 draw against the Utah Royals. We discuss the Spirit's performance, which was their best of the season, but didn't get the goals to show for it. We chat about why that's particularly frustrating now, especially on top of the goalkeeper error that gave Utah the tying goal. Ugh. Thank you for listening! Please subscribe, rate and revie...

Annie, Ella & André review the Spirit's fight back to earn a 2-2 draw with Rahsing Louisville. We discuss what the team is building and why it's a #process right now, and break down all of the key moments in the match. We talk about Rose Kouassi's patience, Trinity Rodman crashing the box, Sofia Cantore refusing to score normal goals, defending Emma Sears, Momma Andi's return t...

Ella & André review the Spirit's first regular season match of 2026, which unfortunately looked like a lot of games in 2025. We discuss the lineup, what went right, what went wrong, and why. We also chat about Trinity Rodman's quest to shift from 110% to 100%, Claudia Martínez's debut, midfield creativity, and the phenom that was Lucia Di Guglielmo. Thank you for listening! Please...

The 2026 NWSL Season is Finally Here! It's been a long time coming yet also feels too soon, but ready or not a new NWSL season is upon us. Annie, Ella & André review the Spirit's offseason, the final roster heading into the first match, the big questions the team has to answer, and we drop our opinions on the brand new cherry blossom-inspired kits. Join us to get ready for another seas...

Annie, Ella & André got to chat with one of the Spirit's newest signing this offseason, defender Elisabeth 'Eli' Tsé! We get to know her by hearing about her journey into soccer, having to choose between figure skating and soccer, hopping between continents, choosing the Spirit, adapting to the NWSL, and what Gabby Carle and Rose Kouassi have to do to convince her to play for their...

Recently the Washington Spirit dropped a Black History Month capsule in partnership with supporters' group, Rose Room Collective. Since this is a first-of-its-kind NWSL collab, Annie & André had to get the scoop on how it all went down with co-founder of Rose Room Collective, Aaron Bland! We discuss how the collaboration came about, celebrating real DC in the design, what it means for a cl...

Well, Haley Carter promised us news in our interview with her BUT THIS IS NOT THE NEWS WE WANTED! 😤😤 Annie, Ella & André tried to process the shocking news of Croix Bethune being traded to Kansas City. We discuss the three-team deal and what the Spirit got in return. Then we look at the hole Bethune's departure leaves behind, potential reasons for her wanting the move, and engage in some...

Annie, Ella & André were delighted to chat with the Spirit's new President of Soccer Operations, Haley Carter! She gave us over an hour of her time to discuss why she chose to leave Orlando for the Spirit, what needs to happen to get over the championship hump, a breakdown of her role and others in the front office, what she hopes to accomplish with the Spirit, why she plays video games, and s...

Annie, Ella & André chatted with one of the newest Spirits, Vanderbilt's own Sara Wojdelko (aka Wojo)! We got into her path toward becoming a goalkeeper, pros and cons of entering the league without a draft, why she chose the Spirit, her pet axolotl, the Rainforest Cafe, muscle cars and so much more. Thank you for listening, please subscribe, rate, and review — it means a lot to us! 🙏 ===...

Annie, Ella & André react to Trinity Rodman becoming unattached no more! We discuss the deal, its relief and details, and how it marks a new chapter in the career of Trinity Rodman. Then we dive into lots of other news, including the signing of Elisabeth Tsé, rumored signing of Claudia Martínez, the return of Tamara Bolt & Emma Gaines-Ramos from their loans, and the departures of Narumi Mi...

Annie & André were delighted to be joined by executive director of the NWSLPA, Meghann Burke! We chat with Meghann to gain insights and updates on the two grievances the NWSLPA filed against the NWSL concerning Trinity Rodman's vetoed contract, and the newly created High Impact Player Rule. We also discuss 'classification' vs. 'player compensation', criteria, parity, raisin...

Annie, Ella & André (finally, according to Annie) turn our attention to the 2026 season! We start with a Trinity Rodman update, and answer why she was listed as 'unattached' for her USWNT callup, and give the latest on her contract situation. We also explain the NWSL's new High Impact Player Rule, including its many flaws. Then we dive into offseason moves to give sad goodbyes to Courtney Brow...

Annie, Ella & André aren't quiiiiite ready to let go of the Washington Spirit's 2025 season just yet! We discussed nominees, then asked for your votes, and have now tallied them and sat down to unveil our six winners for the season. Find out who won our awards for Biggest Surprise, Big Damn Hero, Goal, Assist and Defensive Play of the Year, and of course, who will be the second ever re...

Annie, Ella & André do their best to break down why this will be an important week for the Spirit's quest to re-sign Trinity Rodman. We break down each aspect of the saga, from Rodman wanting to stay and the league seemingly caught off guard by that fact, to the proposed contract that's the center of a grievance, and a newly proposed mechanism that has some good/some bad, but is ultima...