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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
- The Late Sub with Claire Watkins
Ranking All 4 NWSL Playoff Matchups: Which Teams Are in Trouble? | The Late Sub
The 2026 NWSL Playoffs are HERE! Claire breaks down all four NWSL quarterfinal matchups, ranking them from most to least competitive and predicting who will…
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NWSL Decision Day: Who's In, Who's Out, Who Wins the Shield? | The Late Sub
NWSL Decision Day is HERE, and the Shield, playoff seeding, and final postseason spot are all on the line! Claire Watkins ranks all eight NWSL matchups from…
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Jordynn Dudley, Mimi van Zanten & MORE Battle for Rookie of the Year HEATS UP | The Late Sub
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…
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Gotham FC's Biggest Weakness Has Been EXPOSED! Can San Diego & Spirit Take Advantage?
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…
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Has Emma Hayes Been Playing the Wrong Players? USWNT vs Spain Has us Asking Questions | The Late Sub
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?…
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What Went WRONG for the USWNT Against Spain? ft. Jess McDonald | The Late Sub
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…
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Ashley Sanchez, Trinity Rodman & Sophia Wilson: The USWNT Attack We NEED to See | The Late Sub
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…
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Ashley Sanchez Is Back — But What’s Going On With Jaedyn Shaw & Ally Sentnor? | The Late Sub
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…
- The Late Sub with Claire Watkins
Emma Hayes Would Be INSANE To Leave Ashley Sanchez Off the USWNT Roster vs Spain | The Late Sub
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…
- The Late Sub with Claire Watkins
Vlatko Andonovski Is Out & the NWSL Coaching Carousel Keeps Spinning
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…
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Gotham & Washington Spirit Are Leaving the Rest of the NWSL Behind & Here's Why
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…
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Watch the WSL Now, Thank Us at the 2027 World Cup: Girma, Fox & USWNT Stars Overseas | The Late Sub
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…
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Ashley Sanchez Forcing Her Way Into the USWNT Conversation & Emma Hayes Should Listen | The Late Sub
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…
- The Late Sub with Claire Watkins
Racing Louisville Has a BIG Problem… Can Emma Sears & Bev Yanez Right the Ship? | The Late Sub
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…
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Portland’s Shield Hopes Are in TROUBLE… Olivia Moultrie OUT for the Season | The Late Sub
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…
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These WAFCON Teams Will Surprise Everyone at the 2027 Women's World Cup
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…
- The Late Sub with Claire Watkins
Is Emily Sonnett in Danger of Missing the 2027 World Cup? Knee Injuries Explained
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…
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USWNT World Cup Roster DEBATE: The Players We Think Emma Hayes Picks ft. Ali Riley
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…
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Alexia Putellas, Mary Earps & Michele Kang's Big Bet on London City: Building a Women's Soccer Empire
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…
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Trinity Rodman Is UNSTOPPABLE… But Who Is the Best Team in the NWSL? | The Late Sub
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…
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Breaking Down the BIGGEST NWSL Storylines: Sam Kerr, Lindsey Heaps & a HUGE MVP Surprise?
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…
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Grading EVERY NWSL Transfer: Sam Kerr, Ally Sentnor, Kennedy Fuller & MORE
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…
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Predicting EVERY Player on the USWNT 2027 World Cup Roster... WHO Was Left Off??
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…
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Breaking Down EVERY Moment of Chaos in USWNT vs Brazil | 8 Red Cards! | The Late Sub
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…
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NWSL SHOCKERS: Sophia Wilson, Utah Royals, Tierna Davidson & MORE | Plus MVP & Rookie of the Year WATCH
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…
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Breaking Down the Biggest SNUBS & SURPRISES on the USWNT June Roster Drop | Plus What Does Ashley Sanchez Have to Do?
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…
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“She Won’t Be the Same Player” | Can Mallory Swanson Still Be an ELITE Player Post Pregnancy
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…
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USWNT World Cup Roster WATCH: Who Impressed, Who Disappointed, & Who She Didn't See AT ALL on Emma Hayes NWSL Tour
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…
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Ranking EVERY NWSL MVP Candidate | Barbra Banda, Trinity Rodman, Rose Lavelle & MORE | Plus Rookie of the Year Favorites
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…
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Lindsey Heaps Makes Denver Summit Contenders | Plus $205 Million Columbus Expansion Team for the NWSL 2028
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…
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The USWNT Doesn't Have Time For Trinity Rodman to Find Her Form Before the World Cup
Presented by Ally Bank, Member FDIC Claire dives into the evolution of Trinity Rodman's game, and the growing pains that come along with it. The million dollar…
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Breaking Down EVERYTHING that Went WRONG in the USWNT's Loss to Japan | The Late Sub
Just Women’s Sports is the leading digital media platform dedicated exclusively to women’s sports. In a world where women’s sports have been historically…
The Late Sub with Claire WatkinsEVERYTHING That’s Gone WRONG For Gotham & Why the NWSL's Reigning Champs Can't Score | Plus the Surprising Houston Dash
Two of the biggest surprises this season have been Gotham & Houston. One has shocked the NWSL by soaring up the table, while the bats are underperforming as…
The Late Sub with Claire WatkinsBreaking Down EVERY Position in the USWNT Roster Release
In this weeks episode, Claire breaks down every position group in the USWNT roster release for their 3 game friendly matchup against Japan. Sophia Wilson and…
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Three takeaways from a chaotic NWSL start
In this weeks episode, Claire breaks down three of the NWSL weekend’s trends as the chaos begins in earnest, including red cards galore, talent evaluation, and…
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Catarina Macario shows tide turning in NWSL
In this weeks episode, Claire breaks down the big picture of Catarina Macario’s impending debut in the NWSL, in the context of last years USWNT exodus turning…
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Who’s ACTUALLY going to be good in the NWSL this season
The NWSL season has arrived and we've got everything you need to know on this week’s episode of The Late Sub. Who’s improved, what can fans expect on the…
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The good and the bad of the SheBelieves cup
In this week's episode, Claire takes a look at the USWNT's first two SheBelieves Cup games, crediting the team's control, ability to turn the field, and roster…
The Late Sub with Claire WatkinsHow USWNT stars abroad are performing
In this week’s episode, Claire checks in on how USWNT players have been faring in Europe, as they prepare to rejoin the U.S. prior to this weekend’s…
The Late Sub with Claire WatkinsEuropean stars return to the USWNT
In today’s episode, Claire takes a deeper look at the upcoming USWNT SheBelieves Cup roster: who's in, who's out, with notes from Emma Hayes’s press conference…
The Late Sub with Claire WatkinsTriple Espresso’s return is imminent
In this week’s episode, Claire breaks downs the ins and outs of NWSL media day, the return of Triple Espresso, some key injury updates, and some interesting…
The Late Sub with Claire WatkinsIs Arsenal the best team in the world?
In today's episode, Claire reflects on the inaugural FIFA Women's Champions Cup: what Arsenal's victory means, some of the logistical hiccups shaping the…
The Late Sub with Claire WatkinsWinners and Losers of USWNT Jan Camp
In this week's episode, Claire takes a big picture look at the USWNT's January camp in its entirety after two dominant wins against Paraguay and Chile - the…
The Late Sub with Claire WatkinsCaptain Trinity Rodman returns to the US
In today's episode, Claire gives her immediate takeaways from the USWNT's 6-0 win over Paraguay. New leadership structures, a wealth of versatility, and a few…
The Late Sub with Claire WatkinsThree USWNT players to watch
In this week’s episode, Claire digs into the USWNT’s January camp roster, pointing out one player from each positional line that she’d like to see get serious…
The Late Sub with Claire WatkinsWhat Lindsey Heaps’s transfer means for the NWSL
We're back! In this week’s episode, Claire ranks her favorite offseason NWSL transactions: the good, the pretty good, and the headscratchers. She talks…
The Late Sub with Claire WatkinsFive bold women’s soccer predictions for 2026
We're closing out 2025 with a bang! In this week’s episode, Claire makes a few predictions for 2026, chatting about transfer possibilities, World Cup…
The Late Sub with Claire WatkinsThe NWSL is failing Trinity Rodman
In this week’s episode, Claire runs down the timeline that’s led to Trinity Rodman’s contract dispute with the NWSL, where the league is falling short and the…
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The 4 BIGGEST takeaways from the USWNT vs Italy
Subscribe: https://pod.link/1563105123 In this week’s episode, Claire breaks down the USWNT friendlies against Italy. Claire shares her biggest takeaways…
The Late Sub with Claire WatkinsGotham gamed their way to a title!
In this week’s episode, Claire breaks down NWSL championship weekend, on getting a sense of both Washington and Gotham’s dynamics going into Saturdays game…
The Late Sub with Claire WatkinsThe Spirit are peaking at the right time!
In this week’s episode, Claire breaks down last weekend’s semifinal action, and previews a championship game between two of the more ambitious clubs in the…
The Late Sub with Claire WatkinsHow Gotham SHOCKED the KC Current
In this week’s episode, Claire breaks down what she got right and what she got very wrong about the NWSL quarterfinals, which team has the biggest chip on…
The Late Sub with Claire WatkinsFour bold predictions for the NWSL Playoffs
In this week’s episode, Claire roots for chaos as the NWSL postseason begins by making four bold predictions about the upcoming quarterfinal round. Which…
The Late Sub with Claire WatkinsThe USWNT has decisions to make
On this week’s episode, Claire breaks down the second two matches in the USWNT’s October window: who stood out, what question marks remain, and what the U.S…
The Late Sub with Claire WatkinsIs the USWNT taking a step backwards?
In today's episode, Claire goes long on the USWNT opening the October window with their first-ever loss to Portugal: why the team's setup didn't help players…
The Late Sub with Claire WatkinsThe USWNT October roster is here!
*Note: This episode was recorded before Trinity Rodman left Wednesday's game with an injury* This week, Claire breaks down the roster for the USWNT’s upcoming…
The Late Sub with Claire WatkinsHow did US stars play in the Champions League?
In today’s episode, Claire breaks down the first week of 2025/26 UWCL action, as the USWNT contingent in the competition grows in size every year. She chats…
The Late Sub with Claire WatkinsNWSL changing of the guard
This week, Claire reflects on the retirement of Angel City captain Ali Riley, amidst a larger generational shift in the NWSL that has seen giants of the game…
The Late Sub with Claire WatkinsDo better, Ballon d'Or...
In this week’s episode, Claire reflects on this week’s Ballon d’Or ceremony, breaking down the issues with modern football awards that can leave the women’s…
The Late Sub with Claire WatkinsCan the NWSL salary cap keep up with stars like Jaedyn Shaw?
In this week’s episode, Claire reflects on the news Jaedyn Shaw is making a record NWSL transfer to Gotham FC, breaking down how million dollar trades work…