The Offside Rule

The Offside Rule

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. The Offside Rule X: @OffsideRulePod // Facebook: The Offside Rule // Instagram: offsiderulepod // YouTube: TheOffsideRuleTV The Offside Rule is a production by Listening Dog Media & Offside Media Productions.

Episodes

May 2, 2025 14 mins
Lynsey Hooper and Natasha Dowie discuss the upcoming Manchester Derby, analysing the strengths and weaknesses of both Manchester United and Manchester City. They delve into the implications of player injuries and contract renewals, particularly focusing on United's solid defence and City's struggles. The conversation shifts to the Championship clash between Birmingham and London City Lionesses, where both hosts share their predicti...
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Carrie shares her journey of promoting her new book on women's football, highlighting the importance of historical context and the stories of pioneering female athletes. The discussion delves into the challenges faced by women in football, the significance of education in preserving their legacy, and the excitement surrounding the book's release. Carrie emphasizes the need for future generations to understand the history of women's...
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In this episode, Tash and Lynsey reflect on various topics including Tash's recent marathon experience, the Champions League semi-finals, and the struggles of Crystal Palace in the WSL. They analyse Chelsea's disappointing performance against Barcelona and celebrate Arsenal's resilience in their victory over Lyon. The conversation also touches on the relegation of Crystal Palace, the ongoing battle in the Championship, and the impo...
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In this episode, Lynsey and Tash discuss the upcoming Champions League matches, including Chelsea's daunting task against Barcelona and Arsenal's chances against Lyon. They also delve into the WSL, analysing the match between Palace and West Ham, and preview the Championship clash between London City Lionesses and Durham. Plus we wrap up with Tash's marathon weekend. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adcho...
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April 22, 2025 31 mins
Lynsey and Tash discuss the conclusion of the Championship season, the impact of injuries in women's football, and pay tribute to the late Carlton Fairweather. They review key matches in the WSL, including Spurs vs Villa, and analyze the current state of the Championship. The conversation also covers Juventus's recent success in Italy and culminates in a discussion about their Championship Team of the Year, highlighting rising sta...
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April 16, 2025 18 mins
Lynney and Tash learn about a study on women's football merchandise, highlighting the challenges faced in availability and marketing. Keith Parry discusses the growth of women's football, the demand for merchandise, and the importance of fan engagement. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Lynsey and Tash review the latest happenings in women's football, including the FA Cup semi-finals, coaching changes, and the vibrant W League. They discuss the implications of Serena Weigman's coaching staff changes, and analyse the matches between Manchester City and Manchester United, as well as Chelsea and Liverpool. The Offside Rule is a Listening Dog Media production. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.c...
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April 3, 2025 11 mins
In this episode, Lynsey and Tash preview the upcoming Women's Nations League matches, focusing on England's game against Belgium and Portugal's match against Spain. They discuss player selections, injuries, and the importance of building team partnerships ahead of the Euros. The conversation also touches on the need for more women in coaching roles, highlighted by an interview with Remy Allen. Learn more about your ad choices. Visi...
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Lynsey and Tash speak with Stuart Barker from Since 71 about the evolution of women's football coverage, the importance of role models, and the challenges faced by clubs in the women's game. Stuart shares insights into the grassroots efforts to promote women's football, the stories that need to be told, and the impact of community engagement. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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April 2, 2025 33 mins
Lynsey and Tash discuss the latest happenings in women's football, including match reviews from the WSL and Championship, the upcoming Women's Champions League semi-finals, and the evolution of shooting techniques in the game. They also touch on the FA's decision regarding the women's football pyramid and highlight the dominance of Lyon in French football. The episode concludes with a spotlight on women's football content and risin...
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March 27, 2025 8 mins
Lynsey and Tash preview key matches in women's football, focusing on the WSL and the Championship. They discuss the upcoming game between Manchester United and Everton, analysing both teams' recent performances and potential outcomes. The conversation then shifts to the Championship match between Newcastle and the London City Lionesses. Finally, they explore the international match between Stabæk and Brann in Norway. Learn more abo...
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Remi Allen discusses her transition from a professional player to a coach, highlighting the passion that drove her to pursue coaching despite the challenges and financial realities of the profession. The Offside Rule is a Listening Dog Media production. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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March 25, 2025 32 mins
Lynsey and Tash review key matches from the weekend, including Leicester's thrilling victory over Brighton, Newcastle's narrow win against Sunderland, and San Diego Wave's performance in the NWSL. Tash shares her experiences from a busy weekend that included a half marathon and making history in the Liverpool Legends match, while discussions also touch on exciting announcements in women's football and the realities of coaching in t...
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March 20, 2025 14 mins
Lynsey and Tash discuss the upcoming football matches, focusing on the Arsenal vs. Liverpool game in the WSL and the North East Derby in the Championship. Additionally, they explore the Norwegian league, highlighting Valerenga's dominance and the challenges faced by women's leagues in competing with larger men's clubs. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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March 19, 2025 16 mins
Lynsey and Tash speak with Katie Cross about the inspiring activations surrounding the Women's League Cup final and the importance of sustainability in football. They discuss the community's enthusiastic response to climate action initiatives, the origins of Pledgeball, and the potential for women's football to lead in environmental efforts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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March 18, 2025 29 mins
Lynsey and Tash discuss the League Cup final between Chelsea and Manchester City, the relegation battle involving Aston Villa and Crystal Palace, and highlights from the A-League. They also touch on the importance of green football initiatives and feature an interview with Katie Cross, CEO of Pledgeball. The Offside Rule is a Listening Dog Media production. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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March 13, 2025 16 mins
Lynsey and Tash preview the upcoming League Cup final between Chelsea and Manchester City, discussing team formations, key players, and predictions. They also touch on the NWSL season kickoff, analysing the teams and players to watch. The conversation wraps up with a look ahead at the excitement in the WSL and Championship. The Offside Rule is a Listening Dog Media production. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices...
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March 12, 2025 10 mins
Lynsey and Tash interview Laura Howard, the founder of the podcast 'The Kids Were Alright,' which focuses on the history of women's football. They discuss the importance of recognising the contributions of past players and the challenges of documenting women's football history. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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March 11, 2025 33 mins
Lynsey and Tash discuss the latest developments in women's football, including Gareth Taylor's unexpected departure from Manchester City, the FA Cup quarterfinals, and the impressive performance of Liverpool against Arsenal. They also review the Serie A playoffs and highlight the growing interest in women's football history, featuring a new podcast dedicated to the subject. The episode concludes with a spotlight on young talent Ver...
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March 6, 2025 15 mins
Lynsey and Tash preview the FA Cup quarter finals, focusing on key matchups including Manchester United vs Sunderland and Arsenal vs Liverpool. They discuss the implications of these matches for the teams involved, particularly Sunderland as the underdogs. The conversation then shifts to the Serie A playoffs, highlighting the significance of the matches between Roma and Inter Milan, as well as Milan vs Juventus. The hosts provide i...
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