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.
Episodes
September 10, 2026 • 27 mins
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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September 3, 2026 • 25 mins
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 Forcing Her Way Into the USWNT Conversation & Emma Hayes Should Listen | The Late Sub
August 27, 2026 • 27 mins
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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August 20, 2026 • 27 mins
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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August 13, 2026 • 28 mins
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
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August 6, 2026 • 22 mins
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
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July 30, 2026 • 25 mins
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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July 23, 2026 • 44 mins
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
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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.
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July 9, 2026 • 27 mins
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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June 25, 2026 • 24 mins
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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June 18, 2026 • 28 mins
After a few illuminating USWNT matches against Brazil, Claire takes her first stab at predicting the USWNT 2027 World Cup roster.The one questions that looms large, can Catarina Macario get healthy in time to snag a spot on the forward?This episode is presented by Ally Bank, Member FDIC.Challenge Cup Trivia - https://www.eventbrite.com/e/just-womens-sports-trivia-night-presented-by-ally-tickets-1987615192546?aff=youtubeTLSChapters0...
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June 11, 2026 • 31 mins
Claire breaks down the aftermath of a CHAOTIC couple of friendlies between the USWNT and Brazil. Games that saw more cards than a round of poker.
Plus we’ll take a look at the roster and what these games tell us about who’s ready for the World Cup in 2027.
This episode is presented by Ally Bank, Member FDIC.
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As the NWSL heads into the June break, Claire takes a look at some of the biggest surprises around the league. Utah is looking legit, Gotham’s low margin soccer keeps the Bats winning, Houston & Angel City are in free fall.
Plus we take a look at the rookie landscape and frontrunners for this season’s MVP are some familiar names.
This episode is presented by Ally Bank, Member FDIC.
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Emma Hayes dropped a fresh USWNT roster ahead of the team’s friendlies against Brazil. Claire breaks down every position, including some surprises and snubs.
Plus why can’t Ashley Sanchez earn a call up despite an MVP caliber NWSL season?
This episode is presented by Ally Bank, Member FDIC.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction
02:30 USWNT Injured Players
04:13 Triple Espresso is BACK
06:55 Forwards
08:21 Midfielders
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This week Claire takes a deep dive into the return of Chicago’s Mallory Swanson. The evolution of her game, how much does being on a struggling Chicago team impact her chances for the USWNT roster, and what’s Chicago’s SMART PLAY for getting her back to full form?
This episode is presented by Ally Bank, member FDIC
Chapters
00:00 Introduction
01:46 Returning from Pregnancy
04:29 The Evolution of Mal Swans...
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Claire breaks down Emma Hayes's tour across the NWSL. Who she saw exceed expectations, who shrunk under the spotlight, and who she didn't bother to see at all. With an eye toward 2027, Emma Hayes has her sights on the USWNT pool of NWSL talent.
This episode is presented by Ally Bank, member FDIC
Chapters
00:00 Introduction
02:38 Who Did Emma Hayes Watch?
04:55 Who Emma SKIPPED
07:13 Beyond 2027
10:20 Who IMPRESSED
15:47...
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Claire breaks down the NWSL MVP race with Orlando's Barbra Banda leading the way. If the race ended today, she's taking it. A WILD golden boot race with Ashley Sanchez, Olivia Moultrie keeping Portland at the top of the table, and Rose Lavelle Leading Gotham.
Plus NWSL Rookie of the Year watch!
This episode is presented by Ally Bank, member FDIC
Chapters
00:00 Introduction
04:14 Barbra Banda
06:05 Olivia Moultrie
07:58...
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In this week's episode of The Late Sub Claire breaks down the difficulties of being an expansion team, how Summit is headed in the right direction and why Lindsey Heaps can get them over the hump.
Plus Columbus's $205 Million NWSL expansion team.
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