The Women's Football Show
talkSPORT 259 episodes Nov 9, 2026
talkSPORT presents The Women's Football Show, celebrating the best of the Women's Super League and beyond. Hosted by former Lioness Lianne Sanderson, the show features top analysis, debate, and a lineup of guests each week. Coverage includes the WSL, FA Cup, international matches, news, and transfer gossip.
Episodes
Khadija Shaw misses out on FIFPRO World XI...
Join Lianne Sanderson, as she breaks down an exciting week in the women's game. The FIFPRO World Eleven is out, and it's controversial! Manchester City overtake Chelsea to lead the WSL title race. And Gotham Head Coach, Juan Carlos Amoros, joins the show after a successful season. You won't want to miss it! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Can anyone stop Chelsea?
Join Lianne Sanderson, as she breaks down an exciting week in the women's game. The Athletic's, Charlotte Harpur, reflects on Alexia Putellas winning her third Ballon d'Or last week. Ryhanna Parara is optimistic about Chelsea's UWCL hopes, after the midweek action. And Lucy Casey joins to discuss all the WSL action from the weekend, including Aggie Beever-Jones finding the net and
Have Arsenal turned the corner in the WSL?
Join Lianne Sanderson, as she breaks down an exciting week in the women's game. Utah Royals Head Coach, Jimmy Coenraets, discusses coaching in the NWSL. Hannah Baptiste reveals what it's like creating content alongside representing Guyana. And, Sophie Nicolaou, the host of the Highbury Squad podcast joins to explore the frequently asked question - what is happening at Arsenal right now? Yo
Sarina Wiegman extends her stay with the Lionesses!
Join Lianne Sanderson, as she breaks down an exciting week in the women's game. The Times reporter, Kit Shepard, reacts to Sarina Wiegman's two year contract extension. HB Koge striker, Nadia Nadim, reflects on her inspiring journey. And Producer Lucy Casey joins to discuss all the WSL action from the weekend. You won't want to miss it! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more i
The Lionesses edge closer to the World Cup; but are they contenders?
Join Lianne Sanderson, as she breaks down an exciting week in the women's game. TalkSPORT's Chief Live Football Anchor, Adrian Durham, questions the Lionesses World Cup hopes following an unsettling 3-1 win over Greece, and Producer Lucy Casey steps in to help discuss the first five weeks of the WSL. Brentford striker, Wiktoria Kiszkis, reflects on playing at the Gtech Stadium recently aft
Manchester City extend WSL lead, Barcelona impress in UWCL, and Slegers in or out?
Join Lianne Sanderson, as she breaks down the midweek UWCL action with Grant Engle from Into the Channel podcast, as well as the WSL fixtures from the weekend with Producer Lucy Casey. TalkSPORT Producer and reporter Beau McCormick- Roddis caught up with Tottenham Hotspur defender, Julie Blakstad, to discuss their impressive start to the WSL season. And Denver Summit Head Coach, Nick Cushing, join
Chelsea BEAT Arsenal & Champions League Begins
After another fantastic weekend of WSL action, Lianne Sanderson breaks down all the action with talkSPORT's Angelina Kelly. An exclusive interview with new West Brom attacker Tara Mae Kirk to chat life in the WSL 2 as well as building her profile in the lower leagues. AND we get stuck into the Champions League, Lianne has a message surrounding the coverage on Disney+ and the reaction on social
Arsenal luck to draw + Tribute to Matt Beard w/ Eva Spencer
After another fantastic weekend of WSL action, Lianne Sanderson breaks down all the action. Burnley goalkeeper Eva Spencer also joins the show for an exclusive interview on life in the WSL2 as well paying tribute to the late, great Matt Beard. AND We get stuck into the NWSL with Inside the Channel host Dino Decespedes! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Man United thrashed by Chelsea, Arsenal held by Palace and we have some special news!
After another fantastic weekend of WSL action, Lianne Sanderson and Uma Gurav break down all the winners and losers from the weekend. Plus, Soccer Donna joins to chat all about transfers and the Ballon d'Or nominations. Former Gotham FC midfielder McCall Zerboni chats all things NWSL and Uma has some special news to share. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
The WSL is back with a bang!
The opening weekend of the WSL did not disappoint! Lianne Sanderson and Uma Gurav discuss the winners and the losers from the first gameweek. They'll discuss what the new-look London City Lionesses are capable of, whether Crystal Palace could see their victory taken away from them after a rule-break and whether Man City can defend their title! Plus, Tom Garry from The Guardian breaks down an intri
Arsenal to mount a WSL-title charge? Mary Earps to shine? Will Katie McCabe fit in at Chelsea! Your WSL season preview is here!
Are Arsenal finally ready to win the WSL again? Can Man City go deep in the Women's Champions League? And who does Lianne think will be the signing of the season? Find out all that and more as Lianne Sanderson and Uma Gurav return with a full season preview! You'll get all their predictions, and they'll break down an incredibly summer of transfers. Plus, Katie McCabe opens up on THAT controversial
How Barcelona regained their European crown! Plus, where is Bunny Shaw moving next?
The final installment of the season for The Women's Football Show is here as Barcelona win their fourth Champions League title, thrashing Lyon 4-0. Lianne Sanderson is joined by Beau McCormick-Roddis to react straight after the game! Plus, Jacqui Oatley joins to show to react to THOSE Hannah Hampton comments about the media's treatment of female goalkeepers. And Tom Garry reveals what he knows abo
Why didn't Katie McCabe get to say goodbye to Arsenal at the Emirates? Plus, Fran Kirby discusses Brighton's FA Cup run!
The WSL season comes to an end! And some big names will be leaving some big clubs this summer, including Katie McCabe who is saying goodbye to Arsenal and Sam Kerr who is leaving Chelsea! Lianne Sanderson is joined by Uma Gurav to reflect on all of that. Plus, Fran Kirby joins the show to discuss Brighton’s run to the FA Cup final and why she retired from international duty when she did. And we he
Man City win the WSL - but are they about to LOSE Bunny Shaw?
Man City have been crowned WSL champions for the first time in a decade - Lianne reacts to a simply fantastic debut season for Andree Jeglertz! But with reports that their star striker Bunny Shaw might be leaving the club this summer, how would City cope without her? Uma Gurav joins to discuss Shaw's future and to break down those dramatic FA Cup semi finals which have seen City set up a final aga
Arsenal out the UWCL, Birmingham City and Crystal Palace promoted to the WSL and Brighton's new stadium plans!
As Arsenal crash out of the Women's Champions League, Lianne Sanderson and Uma Gurav discuss what went wrong - and preview that huge final between Barcelona and Lyon! ESPN's Gemma Soler also weighs in on what makes Aitana Bonmati and Alexia Putellas so key for Barcelona. Plus, Birmingham City Women's manager Amy Merricks joins the show after winning the WSL 2 title and earning promotion to the top
Arsenal take a massive step towards the UWCL final - and Man City stumble in the WSL!
Who will make it to the final of the Women's Champions League? With both semi-finals finely poised, Lianne Sanderson and Uma Gurav discuss Arsenal's chances and whether Bayern Munich could possibly stun Barcelona in the second leg. Plus, they'll reflect on Man City's shock defeat to Brighton and what it means for the title race. Craig Courtney from the Tilton Talk podcast discusses Birmingham's ch
So far, so good for the Lionesses - will the road to the World Cup remain smooth?
As the Lionesses maintain their perfect record in World Cup qualifying thanks to hard-fought wins over Spain and Iceland, Lianne Sanderson breaks down whether England can hang on to avoid the dreaded playoffs! She is also joined by Uma Gurav to reflect on what it means for England Women to have reached 500 games. Plus, award-winning broadcaster Vaishali Bhardwaj joins the show to reflect on w
Can the Lionesses beat Spain to take a massive step towards the World Cup?
Can the Lionesses take a massive step toward World Cup qualification - or are they in danger of facing a playoff route? Lianne Sanderson and Uma Gurav preview England vs Spain at Wembley and discuss how long Sarina Wiegman is likely to stay in charge of the Lionesses. Plus, ex Villa midfielder Kenza Dali joins the show to discuss the shock of being cut from the France team just before the Eur
How damaging will Chelsea's UWCL exit be - and is the pressure on Marc Skinner unfair?
The stage is now set for the semi-finals of the Champions League - but it's taken controversy to get here. Lianne reflects on the refereeing decisions from Chelsea's second leg against Arsenal and predicts who will make it through to the final! She also discusses the reported pressure on Marc Skinner at Man United and whether it's deserved. Plus, we're joined by London City Lionesses' assistant co
How do we improve refereeing standards in the women's game? Plus, Rachel Yankey joins the show!
Arsenal take the advantage in their Champions League tie against Chelsea - but there were some huge refereeing controversies. Lianne reacts to Sonia Bompastor's suggestion that perhaps referees should be brought in from the men's game and discusses what we should be doing to improve the standards of officiating across the board. Plus, ex-Arsenal star Rachel Yankey joins the show to chat about wha
Should Bunny Shaw win the Ballon d'Or? Plus, Kelly Smith joins the show!
The fastest hattrick in WSL history! Bunny Shaw makes history in 13 minutes - but should she be in the conversation for the Ballon d'Or? Lianne Sanderson thinks so! Plus, the legend Kelly Smith joins Lianne to reflect on her incredible career - her current role as a striker coach at Arsenal and what it was like to watch them win the Champions League last year. And director of women’s football at t
Lucy Bronze exclusively chats winning Euro 2025 with a broken leg, Chelsea's Champions League hopes and reaching 145 England caps!
Ever wondered just how Lucy Bronze managed to win the Euros with a broken leg? Well, she reveals all as she joins Lianne Sanderson for an exclusive chat! She’ll chat about reaching 145 England caps, challenging for the Champions league - and why it was so important to her that she played last summer for the Lionesses despite her injury. Plus, after Chelsea's League Cup win, Uma Gurav joins to
Are the Lionesses on track for automatic qualification for the 2027 World Cup? Plus, Lauren James previews the League Cup final!
An emphatic start to the Lionesses' World Cup qualifying campaign with 2 big wins...but how healthy is their defensive line looking ahead of those crucial ties against Spain? Kit Shepard from The Times reflects on England's performances against Iceland and Ukraine. Uma Gurav joins to break down how the other Home Nations and the Republic of Ireland are getting on in their qualification campaigns.
Is the women's football calendar getting too busy? Plus, Lianne reacts to Mary Earps' recent comments!
Is the women’s football calendar getting too busy? After Leah Williamson refused to rule out the idea of a player strike, Lianne Sanderson chats to former England defender Mary Philip about . Plus, what have you made of Mary Earps’ recent comments on the reaction to her autobiography release? The former England goalkeeper admits she ‘learned some tough lessons’ - we'll reflect on what she's said.
Should the Merseyside derby have been at Anfield? Plus, how far will Man United go in the Champions League?
Should the Women's Merseyside derby have been played at Anfield? Why wasn't Arsenal's fifth round tie broadcast? And why has there been such outrage to proposals to reform the Women's FA Cup? Lianne Sanderson reflects on all that and more. Plus, how far could Man United go in the Women's Champions League? Man United expert and podcaster Conner Roberts joins the show to chat about that and the rest
How will Chelsea get on without former head of women's football Paul Green?
After a jam-packed weekend in the WSL, Lianne reacts to the departure of Chelsea's head of women's football Paul Green and what it means for the club. She also reflects on the Champions League playoff first legs and the prospect of an Arsenal vs Chelsea semi-final! Plus, Brentford Women's manager Carly Williams opens up on how her side are going for back-to-back promotions this season, with a huge
Should Arsenal have been shown a red card? Plus, London City Lionesses CEO Martin Semmens joins the show!
Arsenal get one over Man City at the Emirates - but should the Gunners have been reduced to 10 players? Lianne Sanderson is joined by Uma Gurav to reflect on the controversial refereeing decisions during the game. They also discuss whether the relegation playoff is harming the league as the battle of the bottom of the table heats up. Plus, could London City Lionesses really sign Alexia Putellas? W
Chelsea battered by Man City in the WSL! What has happened to the Blues' dominance?
What is going wrong for Chelsea? And have Manchester City well and truly staked their claim for the WSL trophy? Lianne Sanderson reacts to a title-defining weekend in the league. Plus, as Arsenal add another trophy to their collection, one of the all time greats of the game, Tobin Heath, chats to Lianne about the success of the inaugural Women's Champions Cup. Gotham FC general manager Yael Averbu
Have Manchester City ALREADY got one hand on the WSL trophy ?
A huge defeat for Chelsea in the WSL had Sonia Bompastor conceding that the title race was probably finished....but is she right? Lianne Sanderson breaks down a potentially title-defining weekend of WSL action. Plus Man City's Khiara Keating chats to Lianne about what it's like to face Bunny Shaw in training, her love of cooking and her England journey! Jamie Groves, the founder of the celebrity c
Alex Scott previews the Champions Cup, Bristol City's Charlotte Healy joins the show and we hear from Spurs' new signings!
Lianne Sanderson chats to her former Arsenal teammate Alex Scott about everything including their Champions League win, I'm a Celebrity... and most importantly the upcoming Women's Champions Cup competition! Plus, Bristol City Women's manager Charlotte Healy opens up on her side's WSL 2 campaign and their promotion hopes. And we head down to the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium to hear from some of Spurs
The WSL is back, the transfer window is open and Georgia Stanway is on the show!
Join Lianne Sanderson for the first show of 2026! She will look back on the first set of league games from the year - can Man City hold onto their lead? Are Arsenal at a crossroads? And have London City Lionesses done the right thing by sacking Jocelyn Precheur? We'll discuss all that and more. Plus, England's Georgia Stanway chats to producer Uma Gurav about what might lie in her future. Dino fro
2025 - we've had a ball!
For one last time in 2025, Lianne Sanderson breaks down all the action from the WSL! We're at the league's halfway point, and Man United and Spurs marked the occasion with a drama-filled 3-3 draw. Uma Gurav joins Lianne for loads more WSL chat, plus they discuss Lianne's top 3 moments of 2025 in women's football. Mindset coach and mental fitness expert Chris Larsen joins the show to tell us about
Chelsea's unbeaten run ends - plus Arsenal's Katie McCabe and Liverpool's Jenna Clark join the show!
History made in the WSL as Chelsea's unbeaten run is ended by a resilient Everton side! Lianne Sanderson breaks down a huge weekend in the WSL alongside Uma Gurav. Plus, the one and only Arsenal legend Katie McCabe joins the show to chat about their Champions League win and how the side are overcoming the challenges of this season. And Liverpool defender Jenna Clark sits down with Lianne to reflec
Do the Lionesses need to be playing more challenging games? Plus, a deep dive into ACL injuries.
England may have thumped China 8-0 in a friendly, but should they really be playing this kind of fixture in the run up to a World Cup? Lianne Sanderson reflects on a huge win for the Lionesses with The Telegraph's Women's Football Writer Kathryn Batte. Plus, we're joined in studio by ACL specialist surgeon Andy Williams, who will delve into why there are so many ACL injuries in the women's game as
Women's Champions League roundup, NWSL final review - and Marta Award nominee Ashley Cheatley joins the show!
A jam-packed week of Women's Champions League action as Chelsea banish their Barcelona demons, Arsenal pull off a comeback against Real Madrid AGAIN and Man United secure a place in the playoffs despite losing to Wolfsburg! Lianne is back in studio to break that down with Uma Gurav. Plus, Kerry Davis reflects on what it was like to be the first black woman to play for England - and ex-USWNT goalke
Manchester is Blue, North London is....pink? Plus, Beth England joins the show!
Man City may have taken the bragging rights in the Manchester derby, but neither side could take the points in North London! Bethany England joins the show to break down that goalless draw between Tottenham and Arsenal at Brisbane Road! Plus, Nottingham Forest Women's manager Carly Davies reflects on how her side are finding the WSL 2 - having only just been promoted, they're already in the mix fo
Should there be VAR in the WSL?
Is it time to bring VAR into the WSL - or does the problem lie in refereeing standards? Lianne Sanderson reflects after Arsenal’s 1-1 draw against Chelsea was tarnished by huge controversy. She’s also joined by Uma Gurav to discuss the rest of the WSL results and the Lionesses’ tough route to World Cup qualification. The Republic of Ireland's Abbie Larkin opens up about the goal that sent her
Mary Earps joins talkSPORT's Women's Football Show!
After some bombshell revelations, Mary Earps joins the show to chat about her new book Mary Earps: All In: Football, Life and Learning to be Unapologetically Me. She opens up on how she's feeling after a difficult few days and how she reflects upon her England retirement. She also chats to Lianne about what it was like to watch the Lionesses win the Euros and how she feels extracts from her book h
The Lionesses' Homecoming defeat - and Man United's Hannah Blundell joins the show!
Have the Lionesses been brought back down to Earth after their huge Euros win? The European champions were beaten 2-1 by Brazil in their homecoming match. Lianne Sanderson breaks down that result with talkSPORT's Uma Gurav. Plus. she looks ahead to Tuesday's clash against Australia with the founder of The Halfway Line and Aussie football expert, Jamie Spangher! Man United's Hannah Blundell also j
Charlton's WSL hopes, Kira Rai on online abuse and the future of Fantasy WSL
Could Fantasy WSL be the key to unlocking the league's potential? Could Charlton make it to the WSL next year? And what is it like to score a 3-minute hattrick? All that and more on the women's football show! Lianne Sanderson is joined by Peterborough United's Kira Rai who discusses facing racist abuse and what more needs to be done to prevent it. She also discusses how she fought b
The closest WSL title race yet? And Johan Djourou joins the show!
Are we set for the closest WSL title race in recent history? Lianne Sanderson breaks down all the results from a huge weekend of WSL action after big wins for the big four. Uma Gurav also joins the show to look back on an intriguing first round of Champions League ties and to predict a shock WSL winner this season... Plus, Lianne has a special chat with former Arsenal defender Johan Djourou who re
Should Chloe Kelly have celebrated against her former side - and are the Gunners now OUT of the WSL title race?
Should Chloe Kelly have celebrated her Arsenal goal against her former side Man City? Are the Gunners now OUT of the WSL title race? And what is the secret to Spurs' success so far this season? Lianne Sanderson brings you all that and more on talkSPORT's Women's Football Show . She'll be joined by Tottenham manager Martin Ho to discuss their incredible run of form - plus you'll hear from Alex Scot
Have Chelsea run away with the WSL already?
Lianne Sanderson returns to pay tribute to Matt Beard, her close friend and former manager. She is then joined by The Guardian's Tom Garry to dig into the secrets behind the transfer window and the latest WSL results. Plus, Crystal Palace's newest recruit, Ruesha Littlejohn joins the show to discuss her new club, playing for Republic of Ireland and representation in the women's game. And
A Tribute to Matt Beard
Following the sad news of the passing of Matt Beard, Shebahn Aherne brings you the Women's Football Show where we will pay tribute to one of the greats of the game. You'll hear from Sonia Bompastor, Renee Slegers, Millie Bright and many other voices who were fortunate enough to work alongside Matt Beard. We will also be joined by Man United's Elisabeth Terland to reflect on what it means that
A thrashing for London City, Arsenal the "comeback Queens" & Sam Kerr returns to the WSL
Lianne Sanderson returns with talkSPORT’s Women’s Football Show after a jam packed WSL weekend with goals galore…Everton defender, Maz Pacheco, joins the show to discuss a move back home and what the blues hope to achieve this season. PLUS as if Chelsea could get any stronger, they broke a club record deal to sign Alyssa Thompson from Angel City. Her former coach, Becki Tweed, reveals exactly
Are Arsenal title contenders? Can Everton make the top four? The WSL is back!
The WSL is back and Lianne Sanderson is joined by talkSPORT's Uma Gurav to unpack the weekend's results - are Chelsea still the ones to beat? Are Arsenal title contenders? And can Everton break into the top four?London City Lionesses goalkeeper, Sophie Hillyerd, joins the show to reflect on their opening 4-1 defeat to Arsenal. Sophie is the only player remaining from pre-takeover days and off
Arsenal to win the WSL? Olivia Smith to win Player of the Year? Liverpool to be relegated? talkSPORT's Big WSL Preview Show!
Should Arsenal really have reloaned Euros hero Michelle Agyemang to Brighton? Can the Gunners defend their Champions League title AND finally take the WSL off Chelsea’s hands? And while Liverpool’s men defend their title, could their women’s team be in danger of relegation? All that and more as Lianne Sanderson returns with talkSPORT’s Women’s Football Show. She chats to Man City defender Ker
England Lionesses - Back 2 Back EURO Winners!
England Lionesses are back to back, history making, Euro 2025 winners! After beating Spain 3-1 on penalties on Sunday, they successfully defended their Euro title! Lianne Sanderson hosts the final show of the Euros as she and Courtney Sweetman-Kirk, Uma Gurav and Angelia Kelly discuss a historic win for England and an incredible tournament all round in Switzerland. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/p
It's an England vs Spain final... AGAIN!
Lianne Sanderson is back and England are back in another final! She's joined by her former teammate and England captain Mary Phillip to discuss the Lionesses victory over Italy. She's also joined by talkSPORT commentator Kev Hatchard to discuss the other semi final which saw Spain beat Germany. You'll hear from Euros and World Cup winner Ari Hingst and finally Sanderson's selection retur
The Lionesses beat Sweden on Penalties!
After a nail-biting penalty shootout , England are through to the semi fails of the Euros! Adrian Durham joins Lianne to discuss what was a resilient performance from the Lionesses. Lianne is also joined by Italian Football Expert Daniele Fisichella to preview England's semi final opponents - Italy! We’ll also have a bit of fun as Lianne and Adrian go head to head in a Euros quiz and you’ll
England beat Wales 6-1 and sail through to the QF's!
So the group games are over and England & Wales finally know their fate! England finished second in the group and Wales fourth. Meaning England will go on to play Sweden in the QF's and Wales are unfortunately heading home. Lianne Sanderson is joined by Adrian Durham and Gabriella Jukes to discuss all the fallout from that final group game. Lianne also rounds up the other drama from the t
England win 4-0 but Wales fall to defeat!
Lianne Sanderson is back with another instalment of the Women's Football Show after England beat The Netherlands 4-0 and Wales lost 4-1 to France in Switzerland last night. She is joined by Uma Gurav to discuss England's assured performance and Rehanne Skinner to find out what went wrong for Wales. As always you'll then hear Lianne's round up of the rest of the games from this week as well as some
The Euros begin - England and Wales suffer opening game defeats!
It's the first show of the Euros! Join Lianne Sanderson as she breaks down England and Wales opening group stage losses to France and Netherlands respectively. Adrian Durham joins to discuss England whilst Abi Davies speaks to Lianne about Wales. There's then a round up of all the other action from the tournament so far and we can hear some exclusive interviews from the England and Wales
Euro's preview special!
Lianne Sanderson is back and joined by friends to preview the upcoming Euros in Switzerland that gets underway on Wednesday! Lead talkSPORT presenter for the tournament Adrian Durham joins Lianne to discuss England's chances at defending their crown, DJ Katie Owen joins to assess Wale's chances at their first ever Euros and finally Uma Gurav takes you through some of the other runners and riders a
Arsenal are Champions of Europe!
Join Lianne Sanderson one final time this season as she celebrates Arsenal winning the Women's Champions League after beating Barcelona in Lisbon on Saturday. She's joined by both Jamie Spangher and Uma Gurav to discuss the win and you'll hear from some of the winning squad members and the manager Rene Slegers. Finally, despite the domestic season being over, the NWSL is in full Swing so Lianne sp
Chelsea win the domestic treble - but can Arsenal conquer Europe?
Chelsea wrapped up their unbeaten domestic season by defeating Man United in the FA Cup final! But could Arsenal rub salt in their wounds by winning the Champions League trophy they so wanted? Lianne Sanderson breaks down all that and more. talkSPORT's Uma Gurav joins to reflect on what went wrong for United, while Arsenal blogger Tim Stillman previews the big European finale in Lisbon. Plus,
The 24/25 season is OVER!
Lianne Sanderson is back after the final WSL weekend of the year. She kicks things off by being joined by goalkeeper coach Sophie Harris, Goalkeeper Emily Orman and defender Maddie Wild from London City Lionesses to discuss their incredible promotion from the Championship to the WSL. Women's football writer Beth McCowen then joins her to assess the WSL from the weekend and the past year. Finally L
London City Lionesses are WSL bound!
Lianne is joined by her former England teammate Fern Whelan to discuss all the WSL drama from the past week including Chelsea being crowned champions of the WSL... again! They also celebrate the amazing achievement of London City Lionesses winning the Championship and being promoted to the WSL. Top topics in the game such as care for players, and also the treatment of players by clubs such as
Arsenal are through to the Champions League final!
Arsenal are into the Champions League final! Renee Slegers masterminded a magical comeback in Lyon as the Gunners made it to the final for the first time in 18 years. Lianne Sanderson reflects upon that magnificent achievement and looks ahead to the final against Barcelona. Women's football reporter Alex Ibaceta joins to break down what went wrong for Chelsea, and talkSPORT's Uma Gurav brings
Arsenal and Chelsea - in need of a European comeback!
Lianne Sanderson is back for another fresh instalment of the Women's Football Show after a jam-packed week of football! Laura from Soccerdonna to discuss the European disappointment for both Arsenal and Chelsea as well as all the rest of the WSL action from the weekend! Lianne also takes a look at what's making the headlines as well as an exclusive interview with the founder of the Festival o
FA Cup finalists are confirmed!
Who will lift the Women's FA Cup this season - Chelsea or Man United? The finalists are set after two huge semi-finals. Plus, should we be worried for the Lionesses' Euro 2025 hopes after that 3-2 defeat to Belgium? The Sun's Sandra Brobbey joins Lianne to break down all that and more. You'll also hear from the CEO of Kitman Labs Stephen Smith who explains how they're using science and data to imp
Lionesses hit five against Belgium!
After the Lionesses demolished Belgium 5-0 in their latest Nations League match, Lianne Sanderson breaks down all the international action and more! The Telegraph's Kathryn Batte joins to reflect on England's performance, while talkSPORT's Uma Gurav takes you through all the other key fixtures! Lianne will also react to the news that the UK is the sole bidder for the 2035 Women's World Cup. P
An all-English Women's Champions League final is on the cards
After Arsenal and Chelsea booked their place in the Women's Champions League final, Lianne Sanderson is joined by ex-Liverpool and Lionesses star Natasha Dowie to break down their chances in the semi-finals. They'll also discuss a huge weekend in the WSL as Chelsea dropped points to leave the gap at the top of the table at just 6 points! Plus, Tash will also reflect on becoming the first woman eve
100 days till Euro 2025!
It's 100 days until the Women's Euros and to celebrate we have a jam packed show where Lianne Sanderson is joined by some amazing guests! Kicking things off, talkSPORT's Uma Gurav joins the show to discuss all the actions from the past week in the WSL and UWCL. Then ESPN journalist Jeff Kassouf joins Lianne to discuss the start of the NWSL season and what we can expect in 2025 from the league. It'
As Chelsea lift the League Cup - is the quadruple well and truly on?
The League Cup goes to Chelsea - but Sonia Bompastor is on the hunt for more! Lianne Sanderson is joined by Uma Gurav to break down a dramatic League Cup final, as they discuss whether Man City were right to sack Garetn Taylor. Plus, after an explosive start to the NWSL season, former Houston Dash head coach Ricky Clarke joins to discuss all the latest from across the pond. Plus, you'll hear exclu
What's it like to be Pele's goddaughter?
Lianne Sanderson is joined by none other than Pele’s goddaughter, Victoria Brito! The pair get stuck into their shared love of football, what it was like being trained by Pele as a youngster and why Brazil have failed to achieve silverware in recent years. Plus, Uma Gurav joins the show to break down a huge weekend of FA Cup quarter-final ties. You’ll also hear from NWSL star Jordan Angeli to disc
Defending the Crown: Can the Lionesses Roar again?
The countdown to the Women’s Euros is on, and a brand-new podcast takes an indepth look at England’s chances of retaining their title. Hosted by talkSPORT's Uma Gurav, our women’s football experts discuss the rollercoaster ride that the Lionesses have been on since winning the trophy at Wembley and what we can expect at the European Championships in July.We take you inside the Lionesses camp
Matt Beard Exclusive - First media interview since Liverpool exit!
Lianne Sanderson is joined exclusively by Matt Beard just days after he was let go by Liverpool in a shock decision to most. He reveals why things didn't work out at the club and his ambitions for the future. Lianne is also joined by Louise Bowden from Opta to discuss both the WSL results but also how data is impacting the women's football at the moment. And as always Three in Three returns with L
An uninspired Lionesses settle for a draw in Portugal..
Lianne Sanderson is back for this week's Women's Football Show! She's joined by producer Mya Graham to discuss that disappointing 1-1 draw for the Lionesses in Portugal on Friday evening. talkSPORT journalist Max Scott then hops into the studio for an update on his investigation into the lack of female-specific boots. Three in Three is back and it's more hard hitting stories like Lu
North London is Red - but the top of the WSL is still Blue!
After another huge weekend in the WSL Lianne Sanderson is back and joined by Content Creator and Arsenal fan James Lewis to break down all the results including his teams 5-0 win in a NLD to remember. Uma Gurav then joins Lianne to discuss last week's Lionesses squad announcement for the upcoming Nations League fixtures. Lianne's Three in Three feature is back again where some uncomfortable&n
Chelsea and Man City to play each other four times in 12 days!
After a huge week of thrilling ties, Lianne Sanderson breaks down all of the action from the League Cup and the FA Cup. We'll reflect on the Women’s Champions League quarter final draw which includes a huge clash between Chelsea and Man City! talkSPORT’s Uma Gurav also chats to Lianne about a big weekend of FA Cup ties which has given us our quarter finalists! Plus, you’ll hear from USWNT and Lyon
Lianne's Birthday Special!
Lianne Sanderson back with her birthday special as she celebrates another year around the sun! She's joined by former London Bee's and Liverpool assistant coach Luke Swindlehurst to discuss a mega weekend in the WSL and Uma Gurav to break down the final bit of transfer activity. Three in Three is back where Lianne looks more in depth at the amount of players making their way from the NWS
First Million dollar player!
Lianne Sanderson is back after another weekend of WSL action and is joined by talkSPORT reporter Angelia Kelly to break it all down. Uma Gurav is then back in the studio for more transfer news including the world's first Million dollar player, Naomi Girma. Lianne's three in three is back and she'll discuss some hot topics in the world of women's football. Finally, Jill Scott joins the show&nb
The WSL is back and so are we!
The WSL is back - and so is talkSPORT’s Women’s Football Show! Join Lianne Sanderson to break down a huge weekend of league action - including a historic Manchester derby win for the Red Devils! Content creator Alex Bailess joins the show to break down all the results from the weekend - and talkSPORT’s Uma Gurav brings you all the latest from the transfer window. You’ll also hear from Aggie Beever
Shock results, managers sacked and festive fun! Farewell 2024.
Lianne Sanderson serves up the final Women's Football Show of 2024! She'll be looking back at all the WSL action from the weekend including Chelsea and Man City shock results. There's been several managerial sackings recently so we'll take a deep dive into why that is whilst hearing from one of those managers, Becki Tweed. talkSPORT reporter and producer Uma Gurav joins Lianne to discuss the
Wales in Euro 2025 Wonderland, Women’s World XI worries - and work to do for Wiegman!
As the Lionesses finish off the calendar year with a win over Switzerland, Lianne Sanderson is back to round up what has been a rollercoaster of a year for Sarina Wiegman’s side! Wales Women manager Rhian Wilkinson also joins the show after her side made history by qualifying for Euro 2025 - their first ever major tournament! In other news, five Lionesses have been announced in the FIFPro World XI
Stalemate at Wembley - Should England be happy with a draw?
Lianne Sanderson is back for another episode of the Women’s Football Show! She’s joined by Kathryn Batte, Women’s football writer for the telegraph to discuss The lionesses 0-0 draw against USWNT on Saturday and look ahead to their game vs Switzerland tomorrow. She’s also joined by talkSPORT’s Uma Gurav to discuss Barbra Banda winning the BBC Women’s footballer of the year and the controversy surr
The Hayes Homecoming - Emma's exclusive!
Lianne Sanderson is joined by her former Arsenal teammate and current Watford winger Gemma Davison to break down all the biggest stories in women’s football. They’ll discuss Chelsea’s WSL victory over Man United as the Blues look set for another title-winning season. Plus, they’ll reflect on how the NWSL title was won with the legend Marta finally lifting the trophy! You’ll also hear exclusively f
North London is Red and the title is looking Royal Blue!
It is advantage Chelsea in the WSL after a huge title-defining victory over Manchester City at Stamford Bridge! Can anyone stop Sonia Bompastor’s side now? Join Lianne Sanderson and former Tottenham captain Jenna Schillaci to discuss all that and more. They’ll also reflect on the North London Derby with Arsenal still unbeaten under interim manager Renee Slegers. Plus, you’ll hear exclusively from
Rachel Daly joins the show!
Lianne Sanderson is joined by former Lioness, Euro 2022-winner and Aston Villa striker Rachel Daly to discuss the WSL and more! Rachel will reflect on her side’s draw against the unbeaten Man United, as well as reflecting on an outstanding international career. With the NWSL into the quarter-finals of the playoffs, they’ll discuss the hopes of the final four! Plus they’ll break down the rest of th
