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

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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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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Lynsey and Tash are joined by Emma Sanders who talks about the big week of stories in women's football, particularly focusing on the debate surrounding the potential scrapping of relegation in the WSL. They discuss the implications of such a move on the competitiveness of the league, the impact on lower-tier clubs, and the necessity for financial stability. They also touch on recent managerial changes at Liverpool, the evolving rol...
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March 5, 2025 25 mins
Lynsey and Tash discuss the latest happenings in women's football, including match reviews from the WSL, insights into the Championship, and the dominance of Barcelona in the Spanish league. They reflect on the growth of women's football, the challenges faced by teams in expanding their fan base, and highlight emerging talents in the sport. Plus, there's a preview of our chat with Emma Sanders about a big week of news in women's ...
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February 27, 2025 12 mins
In this episode, the hosts preview key matches in women's football, focusing on the WSL and Championship. They discuss Liverpool's upcoming match against Palace, the importance of the Charlton vs London City Lionesses clash, and the relegation battle between Valencia and Levante. The conversation highlights team form, key players, and the implications of these matches for the respective teams' standings. Learn more about your ad ch...
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February 27, 2025 27 mins
In this conversation, Lynsey and Tash chat with Lindsay Johnson to reflect on their experiences in women's football, discussing the evolution of the game, the current state of the England squad, and the tactical challenges they face. They analyse the recent match against Portugal, highlighting the need for adaptability and depth in the squad, as well as the impact of injuries on performance. The discussion also touches on the impor...
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February 26, 2025 26 mins
In this episode, Lynsey Hooper and Natasha Dowie review the UEFA Women's Nations League matches, focusing on the performances of England and Wales. They discuss the longevity of players in women's football, highlighting examples of athletes who have successfully extended their careers. The conversation shifts to a detailed analysis of the Italy vs. Wales match, emphasising tactical approaches and player performances. The episode fe...
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February 19, 2025 19 mins
In this conversation, Emma Tobiasen discusses her involvement with Team Action FC and the campaign against FIFA's sponsorship deal with Saudi Arabia's Aramco. The conversation highlights the importance of aligning sponsorships with the values of women's football, the need for community involvement, and the ongoing issues of inequality in salaries and player representation. Emma emphasizes the tradition of speaking up within the wom...
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February 19, 2025 32 mins
In this episode, we review key matches from the Women's Super League (WSL) and the Championship, including a comprehensive analysis of Man City's victory over Liverpool and a thrilling encounter between Durham and Blackburn. We discuss the return of Chloe Kelly to Arsenal, Liverpool's struggles, and the competitive landscape of the SWPL. Additionally, we delve into sponsorship issues in women's football and highlight Lucy Newell as...
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February 13, 2025 14 mins
In this episode, Lynsey and Tash preview key matches in women's football, focusing on the London Derby between Arsenal and Spurs, the Championship clash between Wolves and Forest, and the Scottish league showdown between Glasgow and Celtic. They discuss team form, player performances, and the implications of these matches for the respective leagues. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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In this conversation, Hannah discusses the Fitr Woman app, which aims to educate and empower women, particularly athletes, about their menstrual cycles. The discussion covers the impact of the menstrual cycle on athletic performance, the importance of tracking symptoms, and how technology, including AI, is being integrated into women's health. The conversation also addresses the barriers women face in discussing their health and th...
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February 11, 2025 24 mins
Lyns and Tash review key matches from the FA Cup, including Rugby Borough's impressive performance against Liverpool and Manchester United's dominant win over Wolves. They also discuss a thrilling match in the Portuguese league and highlight the importance of nutrition in women's football through an interview with Hannah Thornton. The episode concludes with a spotlight on rising star Mary Griffiths, showcasing her potential in the ...
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February 6, 2025 11 mins
In this episode, Lyns and Tash discuss key matches in the FA Cup, focusing on the potential for upsets and the financial implications for lower league teams. They highlight the importance of cup competitions for teams like Wolves and Rugby Borough, and analyse Liverpool's aspirations for silverware amidst their league struggles. The conversation also touches on a relegation battle in the Portuguese league, emphasising the significa...
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February 4, 2025 21 mins
In this conversation, Luca Russo discusses the recent transfer window in women's football, highlighting the excitement and significant deals, including the landmark million-dollar transfer of Naomi Girma. He addresses the competitive landscape of women's football, the evolving role of agencies, and the trends in player contracts. The discussion also touches on the future of transfer windows and the importance of sustainable investm...
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February 3, 2025 29 mins
In this episode, Lyns and Tash review an exciting weekend of women's football, discussing key matches in the WSL, Championship, and La Liga. They analyse the thrilling Man City vs Arsenal game, the performance of the London City Lionesses, and the surprising defeat of Barcelona against Levante. The conversation also touches on the impact of the transfer window, featuring insights from agent Luca Russo about Naomi Girma's record-bre...
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January 30, 2025 16 mins
In this episode, Lyns and Tash preview key matches in the Women's Super League and the Championship, focusing on Arsenal's upcoming game against Manchester City, the importance of squad depth, and the struggles of key players like Jill Roord. They also discuss the tight competition in the Championship, particularly the match between Birmingham and Sunderland, and highlight the exciting developments in the Eredivisie with PSV and Tw...
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January 29, 2025 19 mins
In this conversation, Flo Lloyd-Hughes discusses her initiative, The Cutback, which aims to provide in-depth coverage and analysis of women's football. She emphasises the importance of creating a community around women's sports, the need for critical analysis in media coverage, and the challenges of commercial sustainability in women's football. Flo shares her ambitions for expanding The Cutback into other women's sports and highli...
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January 28, 2025 31 mins
Lynsey and Tash reflect on key matches from the weekend, including Chelsea's victory over Arsenal in the WSL, the Championship clash between Birmingham and Bristol City, and the exciting Serie A match between AC Milan and Roma. They discuss the implications of these results on the title race, the strength of Chelsea's squad, and the performance of key players. The Offside Rule is a Listening Dog Media production. Learn more about...
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