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Lynsey Hooper and Natasha Dowie are here every week to discuss the latest news from women’s football, shining a light on the full pyramid from the Women’s Super League and Women’s Championship through to the Lionesses & news from across Europe.
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- 3 weeks ago27 min
Charlton’s Promotion Drama, Barcelona’s European Dominance & FA Cup Final Preview
Charlton are back in the WSL after playoff penalty drama, Barcelona are champions of Europe once again, and Wembley awaits for the Women’s FA Cup final. On this week’s episode of The Offside Rule, Lynsey and Natasha react to Charlton Athletic’s dramatic playoff victory over Leicester, sealed by Sophie Whitehouse’s heroics in the penalty shootout. The pair then break down Barcelona’s emphatic 4-0 UEFA Women’s Champions League final win over Lyon, discuss Ewa Pajor’s brilliance, and ask whether anyone can stop Barça’s dominance. Plus, there’s reaction to Liverpool’s early transfer business and a full preview of Sunday’s Women’s FA Cup final between Brighton and Manchester City — including score predictions. In this episode: Charlton’s playoff triumph and Leicester’s uncertain future Sophie Whitehouse’s penalty shootout masterclass What promotion means for Charlton next season Barcelona’s Champions League dominance Why Ewa Pajor is among the world’s best What next for Lyon? Liverpool’s early transfer activity Brighton vs Manchester City FA Cup final preview Tash and Lynsey’s Wembley predictions Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
- 3 weeks ago23 min
WSL Awards, Emotional Goodbyes & A Huge Summer Transfer Window Incoming
Lynsey Hooper and Natasha Dowie react to the final day of the WSL season as Manchester City lift the title after a dominant campaign under Gareth Taylor. The pair discuss the emotional farewells for some of the league’s biggest names including Katie McCabe, Beth Mead, Sam Kerr, Millie Bright and Gemma Bonner, and what their exits could mean for the future of the WSL. They also break down Arsenal securing automatic Champions League qualification, Chelsea’s summer rebuild, Spurs’ impressive progress under Robert Vilahamn, and why this could be one of the biggest transfer windows the women’s game has ever seen. Plus: Bunny Shaw’s future at Manchester City Sam Kerr’s stunning final-day goal WSL & WSL2 award winners Newcastle’s rise and WSL2 promotion race Matt Beard’s Hall of Fame recognition Why the NWSL could become a major threat again Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
- May 13, 202626 min
FA Cup Semi-Final Chaos, Chelsea Concerns & WSL Final Day Drama
This week on The Offside Rule, Lynsey and Tash combine the review and preview shows to break down one of the wildest weekends of the season. They react to two dramatic FA Cup semi-finals that somehow both ended 3-2 after the losing teams had gone 2-0 up. Liverpool’s heartbreak against Brighton, Chelsea’s late collapse against Manchester City, and what it all says about the shifting power balance in the women’s game. The pair also look ahead to the final day of the WSL season, where the race for second place — and automatic Champions League qualification — is still alive between Arsenal and Chelsea. Inside the episode: Brighton’s historic first FA Cup final Liverpool’s biggest issue heading into the summer Bunny Shaw’s future and the Chelsea rumours Is Chelsea entering a transition era? Why Arsenal may be the team to beat next season Beth Mead exit speculation The importance of finishing second in the WSL Predictions for the FA Cup final Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
- May 6, 202625 min
WSL2 Final Day Drama, Wolves Promoted & Man City Edge Towards the Title
The business end of the season delivered drama everywhere. Lynsey Hooper and Natasha Dowie react to a chaotic final day in WSL2 as Birmingham City secured promotion, Crystal Palace hit six, and Charlton Athletic suffered heartbreak after throwing away a nine-point lead at the top. The pair also discuss the upcoming promotion/relegation playoff against Leicester City and what it says about the growing gap in the women’s game. There’s also reaction to Wolves’ promotion playoff victory over Plymouth, plus analysis of the WSL title race after Manchester City’s dramatic late win over Liverpool and Manchester United’s frustrating draw with Brighton. The duo also look ahead to the FA Cup semi-finals and discuss which clubs are best positioned to challenge the established WSL elite next season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
- May 1, 202612 min
Exciting WSL 2 Final Weekend
Key Points Keywords WSL, City, Liverpool, Charlton, Birmingham, football, women's football, player analysis, match preview, playoffs In this episode, Lynsey and Tash preview key matches in the Women's Super League (WSL), focusing on the upcoming game between Manchester City and Liverpool, as well as Charlton against Birmingham in WSL2. They discuss the implications of these matches for the title race and relegation, analyse standout players, and reflect on the season's highlights. The conversation also touches on the potential playoff scenarios and the overall growth of women's football. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
- Apr 27, 202637 min
WSL Title Race Blown Open
The season is reaching boiling point and everything is still to play for. Lynsey Hooper and Natasha Dowie react to Manchester City’s shock defeat to Brighton, which has blown the WSL title race wide open and handed Arsenal real hope heading into the final weeks. They also assess Chelsea’s ominous return to form, ask whether Manchester United have let Champions League football slip away, and discuss what next for Leicester and West Ham at the bottom. Plus, Arsenal’s huge win over Lyon in the Champions League semi-final, Chelsea’s move to Stamford Bridge, and absolute chaos in WSL2 with Charlton, Birmingham and Palace all still fighting for promotion on the final day. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
- Apr 24, 202618 min
WSL 2 Promotion Race Heats Up & Can Spurs Dent Man United’s Top Three Hopes?
The season is reaching its business end and there is still everything to play for across WSL1 and WSL2. Lynsey and Tash preview two huge games in the WSL 2 promotion race as Birmingham City host Ipswich Town and Charlton take on Southampton, with Crystal Palace waiting to pounce if points are dropped. They also turn attention to the WSL as Tottenham welcome Manchester United in a fixture that could have major implications in the battle for the Champions League places. Can United respond to recent setbacks, or will Spurs play spoiler? Plus, the pair discuss investment, momentum, and which clubs look best placed for next season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
- Apr 21, 202622 min
International Break Round Up
Lynsey & Tash reflect on the international break which saw wins for the Lionesses, Wales and Northern Ireland. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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