The Late Sub with Claire Watkins

The Late Sub with Claire Watkins

The Late Sub with Claire Watkins brings you the latest news and freshest takes on all things USWNT, NWSL and whatever else is popping off in women's soccer each week. Special guest appearances with the biggest names in women’s sports make The Late Sub a must-listen for every soccer fan. You can find The Late Sub wherever you get your podcasts. Follow Claire on X/Twitter @ScoutRipley and subscribe to the Just Women’s Sports newsletter for more.

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October 26, 2026 • 22 mins
Claire breaks down her top five NWSL Rookie of the Year candidates as the 2026 regular season comes to a close! San Diego Wave's Lia Godfrey and Mimi van Zanten have emerged as two of the league's brightest young stars, while Houston Dash's Kat Rader is making a serious case for the award with 10 goals this season. Plus, Jordan Dudley's season-ending injury could have major implications for Gotham FC's Shield hopes, and Angel City...
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The NWSL Shield race is coming down to the wire! Claire breaks down the three-way battle between Gotham FC, San Diego Wave, and the Washington Spirit with just two games left in the regular season. After Washington's massive win over Gotham, can the defending champions hold onto their lead, or is San Diego in the perfect position to steal the Shield on Decision Day? Plus, how Jordan Dudley's season-ending injury is impacting Gotha...
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The USWNT fought back from a 2-0 deficit to earn a dramatic draw against Spain, but did the comeback answer any of the biggest questions facing Emma Hayes? Claire breaks down the good, the bad, and the concerning from the USWNT's two matches against Spain, and what they reveal about the team's chances at the 2027 Women's World Cup. Ashley Sanchez and Mallory Swanson deliver huge goals, but questions remain about Lindsey Heaps' rol...
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The USWNT's biggest test yet ends in a 2-0 loss to Spain, and there are some BIG questions for Emma Hayes. Claire Watkins is joined by World Cup champion and three-time NWSL champion Jess McDonald to break down what went wrong, why the midfield struggled, and what this result means for the USWNT's preparations for the 2027 World Cup. From Lindsey Heaps and Lily Yohannes struggling to find their rhythm to the tactical decisions beh...
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The USWNT is gearing up for its biggest test yet against world No. 1 Spain, but injuries to Naomi Girma and Sam Coffey have left Emma Hayes with some major decisions to make. Claire breaks down her ideal starting XI, why Ashley Sanchez deserves to start alongside Trinity Rodman and Sophia Wilson, and how the USWNT can compete without two of its most important players. Plus, start Lily Yohannes over Lindsey Heaps, who should step u...
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Claire breaks down the surprise call-ups, the biggest snubs, Ashley Sanchez’s return to the national team, and why the USWNT worry meter is still ticking up at a few key positions. Plus, why Jaedyn Shaw and Ally Sentnor are headed to the U23s, how Mallory Swanson’s versatility could change her role with the USWNT, and why these two games against Spain might be the biggest test yet for Emma Hayes and this new-look playe...
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The USWNT roster announcement is just around the corner, and Ashley Sanchez is making it impossible for Emma Hayes to ignore her. Claire breaks down why Sanchez has earned another call-up, which NWSL stars deserve a shot against Spain, and whether Hayes needs to rethink her player pool ahead of the 2027 World Cup. Plus, Jaedyn Shaw and Croix Bethune continue to make their cases, Jordynn Dudley is turning heads in her rookie season...
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The NWSL coaching carousel is in full swing, and Vlatko Andonovski’s exit from the Kansas City Current might be the most confusing move yet. Claire breaks down why KC moved on after so much recent success, what the players’ reactions say about the decision, and whether all of this change could come back to haunt them in the playoff race. Plus, Seb Hines is out in Orlando, Houston and Chicago are making changes of their ...
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The NWSL Shield race looks like it’s down to two teams, Gotham and the Washington Spirit. While they are both battling at the top of the table, Claire takes this week to look at some of their differences and how two teams so similar couldn’t be MORE different. This episode is presented by Ally Bank, member FDIC Chapters 00:00 Introduction 02:57 Washing & Gotham Leading Shield Contenders 04:57 The Case for Washingt...
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Claire breaks down everything USWNT fans need to know as the WSL looks to kick off. Some of the world’s best stars have made their way to England! Here’s everything you need to know to become a WSL fan ahead of the World Cup. This episode is presented by Ally Bank, member FDIC Chapters 00:00 Introduction 02:59 A Guide to the WSL 08:40 USWNT Stars in the WSL 14:14 NWSL Money Moves 17:09 London City Lionesses 19:21 Name...
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Ashley Sanchez is having an NWSL season to remember. After falling out of the USWNT, Sanchez is making a case that she can't be ignored. Claire takes this week to put the spotlight on Sanchez and why Emma Hayes should call her up for the next camp. This episode is presented by Ally Bank, member FDIC Chapters 00:00 Introduction 01:42 Ashley Sanchez’s MONSTER Season 06:57 The Sanchez Story 09:31 Why Can’t She Ma...
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Claire takes this week takes the time to do a deep dive into the troubles in Louisville. Racing has a fan attendance problem, but is ownership making fans the scape goat for their errors? Bev Yanez has the team on a 4 game winning streak, is there still time to right the ship? This episode is presented by Ally Bank, member FDIC Chapters 00:00 Introduction 01:43 Going Deep on Louisville 04:44 What’s going Right in Louisville...
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Claire takes this week to zoom out on the NWSL and see how five teams are trending. With Olivia Moultrie out for the season, an already struggling Portland Thorns team could be on a skid. Washington is feeling the burn out from a packed schedule. Seattle is looking like the Reign of old, and Gotham sits atop the table with the league’s best defense. This episode is presented by Ally Bank, member FDIC Chapters 00:00 Int...
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Claire digs into all the action at W AFCON. With a stacked group C and a tournament filled with some of the BEST NWSL talent, could one of these nations be the surprise of next year’s World Cup? This episode is presented by Ally Bank, member FDIC Chapters 00:00 Introduction 05:38 Best Players in the World? 09:10 STACKED Group C 15:35 Closing in on the Semis 20:13 Goal of the Tournament Just Women’s Sports is the lead...
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With Emily Sonnett down with an undisclosed knee injury, Claire takes this moment to dive into the injury window. How can Gotham keep up with a back line that's looking thinner by the moment? What other teams are plagued by injury? And most importantly, what World Cup implications do injuries have from here on out? This episode is presented by Ally Bank, member FDIC Chapters 00:00 Introduction 00:49 NWSL Injuries & Inte...
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Ali Riley joins a special edition of the Late Sub to help Claire break down the biggest questions for the USWNT roster as we look WAAAAAAAAAAAY too far ahead to make some BOLD statements the potential World Cup roster. This episode is presented by Ally Bank, member FDIC Chapters 00:00 Introduction 01:50 Ali Riley Joins the Show 02:34 Initial Roster Thoughts 08:18 Forwards 22:17 Midfielders 29:19 Defenders 35:16 Goalkeepers Just ...
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This week, Claire breaks down some of the biggest moves by Michelle Kang and she builds out her soccer empire across women’s soccer. Kang’s most recent signings are bringing the London City Lionesses looking like a European powerhouse, and Kang has shown her commitment to NWSL by making the same hard stances for the Washington Spirit, particularly resigning Trinity Rodman. This episode is presented by Ally Bank, member...
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This week Claire digs into the teams sitting at the top of the NWSL table as the shield race heats up. Trinity Rodman is better than ever as Washington Spirit ride a win streak. Sophia Smith and Portland are cruising. KC is always in the mix with Temwa Chawinga. And how much can we make of Utah’s loss to Chicago. This episode is presented by Ally Bank, member FDIC Chapters 00:00 Introduction 02:59 Trinity Rodman’s Sto...
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This week Claire gets into all the biggest questions as the NWSL comes back from a very long break. How quickly can Sam Kerr make an impact with Gotham? Can Lindsey Heaps get Denver Summit into the playoff picture? Is MVP Barbara Banda’s to LOSE? Can Utah continue their dream run? And what does anyone make of Angel City after all their changes? Plus could there be a HUGE sleeper in the NWSL MVP conversation? You won’t ...
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This week Claire digs into all the NWSL transfer window CHAOS, and grades each move! Sam Kerr reportedly ready to sign with Gotham, Kennedy Fuller to Bay, Ally Sentnor to Angel City, and ACFC Head Coach Alex Straus is OUT. This episode is presented by Ally Bank, member FDIC Chapters 00:00 Introduction 01:49 Sam Kerr to Gotham 03:51 How Does Kerr Fit? 09:37 Money Moves and Grading the Kerr Signing 13:20 Grading Reale to Boston 16:...
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