The Late Sub with Claire Watkins

NWSL SHOCKERS: Sophia Wilson, Utah Royals, Tierna Davidson & MORE | Plus MVP & Rookie of the Year WATCH

June 4, 2026·27 min
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As the NWSL heads into the June break, Claire takes a look at some of the biggest surprises around the league. Utah is looking legit, Gotham’s low margin soccer keeps the Bats winning, Houston & Angel City are in free fall. Plus we take a look at the rookie landscape and frontrunners for this season’s MVP are some familiar names. This episode is presented by Ally Bank, Member FDIC. Chapters 00:00 Introduction 04:09 2nd Place Utah Royals 09:41 Gotham Not Giving Up Goals 12:57 Portland’s Surprising Defense 15:45 Rookie of the Year Watch 20:40 MVP Watch Just Women’s Sports is the leading digital media platform dedicated exclusively to women’s sports. In a world where women’s sports have been historically underfunded and under-promoted, Just Women’s Sports exists to shine a light on all the stories, athletes and moments that define and fuel the space. Through original podcasts, premium video programming, social media, editorial content, a newsletter, and exclusive merchandise and live events, Just Women’s Sports is committed to making it both easy and fun to be a women’s sports fan. Add us on: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/justwomenssports/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/justwsports Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@justwomenssports?

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