Sweden international and San Diego Wave FC striker Sofia Jakobsson stops by to share her football story and it’s a good one!
As one of the game’s most experienced players, Sofia has played in leagues all over the world, including Sweden, England, Germany, France, and Russia. Now, she’s taken on the USA as a member of the surprising San Diego Wave FC. Listen in as we get to know this brilliant star as she embarks on her fourth Women’s World Cup in 2023.
You’ll love getting to know Sofia a little better and root for her along the way. (23’)
We’re taking a look at the San Diego Wave FC in their inaugural season (can you tell?), with soundbites from USWNT star Alex Morgan, Head Coach Casey Stoney, and USWNT U20 midfielder Jaedyn Shaw. All talking about the success of the team this season, the veteran influence, and more. Plus Coach Stoney gives us an insight on what makes Sofia Jakobsson a valuable asset to the team.
A brief recap of the FIFA U17 Women’s World Cup group and quarterfinal actions.
Episode Links:
Sofia Jacobsson profile - https://sandiegowavefc.com/player/sofia-jakobsson/
Sofia’s World Cup goal vs. Germany – https://www.fifa.com/tournaments/womens/womensworldcup/france2019/news/jakobsson-helps-sweden-break-the-spell
Follow Sofia on Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/sofiajakobsson/
FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup news – https://www.fifa.com/fifaplus/en/tournaments/womens/u17womensworldcup/india2022
Catch Patty's new YouTube Show Mission California – https://mission-california.com/
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Original Broadcast Date: Oct. 22, 2022
Women’s World Football Show is hosted, written, edited and produced by Patty La Bella.
Additional assistance for this episode by Sofia Jakobsson, Bernadette O’Donnell (San Diego Wave FC).
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