Why Always She? - A Women’s Football Podcast

Charli and Matt are back, checking in with the WSL, WSL2 and wider women's football transfer window as it gets into full swing and big moves are already happening. And no bigger than La Reina herself, Alexia Putellas, confirming her move to London City Lionesses this week. Charli delivers a monologue on what that's really about, meanwhile Matt looks at Arsenal's trio of excellent signings. Who els...

Charli and Matt are joined by fellow Leicester fan/sufferer Cousin Danielle to pick through the bones of the Foxes' disastrous 25/26 season. Where did it all go wrong? Were there are any positives to take away? Where do we go from here?

Charli and Matt pick their 25/26 WSL Team of the Season - but they can only pick one player per team. They also rattle off some quick-fire end of season awards.

Manchester City are on the cusp of winning their first WSL title in a decade, and with the FA Cup still on the table, this could turn out to be their most successful season in a long while. In this episode, Charli and Matt discuss where they go next to sustain their momentum - what business do they need to do in the summer? What tactical shifts should they make? Just how insane would they be to no...

Charli and Matt return to spotlight “the other eight” WSL teams by debating the best forward outside the top four, discussing the strengths and attributes of the six shortlisted players and scoring them based on output, versatility, clutch impact and consistency.

This week Charli and Matt turn the spotlight on Manchester United. Amidst some recent noise around them after losing to Chelsea in the League Cup Final and dropping points to West Ham, do they have what it takes to go to the next level? What can we pinpoint about their tactics, squad and mentality that might be holding them back? 

Charli and Matt are back and tackling a hot topic recently surrounding the Lionesses - who should be left back? They unpick the debate looking at who's played there under Wiegman so far, what she wants from her leftback, and who the main candidates are. 

In this (actually!) quick episode, Matt and Charli recap the FA Cup fifth round and reflect on the current state of some of the teams. Can Charlton force a cupset? Is Eder Maestre in a bit of bother? They then quickly preview the Asian Cup and upcoming World Cup Qualifiers.

Charli and Matt tackle a real mix of topics this week. They start with the state of affairs in the WSL, and just what is wrong with Aston Villa. They then check in with the WSL2 and the exciting battle for the promotion and playoff posts. A quick word on the Champions League and Manchester United's impressive form, then on to discussion of the latest England squad. 

This week Charli and Matt recap the events of gameweek 15 in the WSL. An impressive and organised performance for Arsenal to beat the league leaders at the Emirates, and Chelsea getting into the groove (yes, we all saw Madonna) at Spurs Stadium. But, is the rest of the table suffering from a kind of jeopardy-less ennui?

Starting with a recount of their first Multiview experience of the season, Charli and Matt round up the action from week 14 in the WSL, before spending most of the time legislating just what happened to Chelsea at the Etihad, and where they go from here. They then remember just in time to briefly discuss Arsenal winning the inaugural FIFA Champions Cup (sorry guys). 

Charli and Matt discuss Arsenal's statement defeat of Chelsea at Stamford Bridge - is Bompastor right, is the title race gone, or is she playing Hayes-style mind games? They also discuss the situation with the bottom 4 - who's smelt the danger, and who needs to wake up? 

The WSL is back, and there are three big discussion points on the docket for the team this week:  - Why are Arsenal stalling? - Can Spurs really challenge for top 3? - How worried should we be about West Ham?

The team are back! Ringing in a new year with a catch-up on some of the developments over the winter break. Matt and Charli discuss the two manager departures and their replacements, the latest in the transfer window, and what the heck the NWSL are up to with their new high-impact player rule. 

After having their own international break in Lanzarote, Charli and Matt return to discuss where each WSL team needs to recruit in January, and make both realistic and outlandish suggestions as to which players might go where. 

This week Matt's back and him and Charli get into the state of the WSL title race. What's going on with Chelsea? Have City got what it takes this time? They also discuss whether Manchester United are struggling to juggle the league and the UWCL, and what is going on with Arsenal's latest dip in form. 

Charli's flying solo this weekend, giving you a rundown of the events of the WSL, including a very brief reflection on the controversial Arsenal vs Chelsea game. She then answers some of your questions, getting into VAR, World Cup Qualifiers and an update on the WSL2. 

This week Charli and Matt quickly discuss the Earps drama, before diving into what was promised would be a brief round-up of this week's events in the WSL but didn't turn out to be. Matt gives us a low-down on the NWSL playoffs, and Charli spotlights Real Sociedad's historic win over Barcelona in Liga F- the first time they've failed to score a goal in the league since 2020. 

Charli and Matt unpack the October international break with a quick recap on the goings-on around the globe, then a slightly deeper dive into England's window, their performances against Brazil and Australia, and key talking points. What did we learn about how the defensive line is shaping up? Is there a conundrum surrounding the starting number 9 spot? 

Charli and Matt tackle a grab-bag of topics as they review the first couple of weeks of the UWCL. How are the English teams getting on? What's going on with VAR and officiating? Should we be concerned about the serious injuries mounting up? What is wrong with PSG? Plus, Matt offers his expertise on his niche specialist subject: rupturing your PCL.

With the WSL season well underway, Charli and Matt do one of their favourite midseason activities - picking a player from each team who's performing well but perhaps flying under the radar slightly. Settle in and learn about all the players who are quietly making their teams tick. 

Charli and Matt reflect on the events of WSL Game Week 5 and what it taught us about the teams. Did we learn more about United or Chelsea? Why are Everton a bit baffling? Can stats help us get to the bottom of The ReSpursGence, and West Ham's meltdown?

This week Charli and Matt assess the current state of the Traditional Top 4 (with the caveat Spurs are currently Top 4 - you go Spurs!). Will Arsenal's dropped points prove too costly? Can United challenge with their lack of depth? How will City fare? Can anyone, anywhere, stop Chelsea?

This week the team start off by taking a moment to pay tribute to Matt Beard, who passed away on Saturday at 47 years old. "Beardy" was and always will be an icon and true champion of the women's game, but more than anything was known for his kindness and compassion off the pitch. It's been touching and emotional to read, see and hear all the tributes coming in from across the football community....

This week Charli and Matt discuss what they've learned about changing team dynamics and key player roles after the first couple of games in the WSL. What is going on at Liverpool? How will Tandberg galvanise Spurs? What does Hasegawa's more advanced role mean for City? Also, Matt picks a surprising key player for the newly promoted London City Lionesses.