Upfront - A Women's Football Podcast
Upfront is a women's football podcast from the Football Ramble, hosted by Chloe Morgan and Rachel O'Sullivan. It provides weekly reaction and analysis throughout the season, covering the WSL, the Lionesses, and beyond. The podcast also explores cultural stories across the women's game, from grassroots to the top level.
Episodes
England and Ireland face the play-offs, Alexia Putellas to the WSL and football infrastructure expert Sarah Rock on purpose-built women’s stadia
Having both missed out on automatic qualification for the World Cup, England and Ireland each face the play-offs in the autumn! England may have beaten Ukraine, but got the game plan very wrong against the Spanish, who appeared to be wearing boots that magnetised the ball to their feet.In other seismic news, it looks like two-time Ballon d’Or winner Alexia Putellas is London City-bound! Chloe and
Man City win the FA Cup, Bunny Shaw stays and Katie McCabe goes…
Brighton put up a good fight but were ultimately blown away by Manchester City in the FA Cup Final. What’s more, Andrée Jeglertz’ team has been given a massive boost by Bunny Shaw announcing she’ll be staying! Could this be the start of a sky blue dynasty?While City fans celebrate, Arsenal fans have been left somewhere between shocked and fuming by Katie McCabe’s transfer to rivals Chelsea. It is
At The Match: The First Ever WSL Play-Off
Chloe and Rachel headed to The Valley to witness history: the first EVER WSL play-off to decide whether Leicester City would preserve their WSL status, or if it would be Charlton Athletic's time to shine in the top flight.As well as a pumping atmosphere, we speak to fans on both sides about their seasons, and hear from Chief Marketing Officer of WSL Football Ruth Hooper about this format and the r
The 2025/26 Upfront Awards
It’s the most wonderful time of the year! Chloe and Rachel are back once again to round up the WSL season in the form of an awards show. Best player, best signing, “WTF” moment of the season – it’s all happening right here on Upfront. Will the takes be hot, lukewarm or ice cold? There’s only one way to find out…Follow us on X, Instagram, TikTok and YouTube! Email us show@upfrontpod.com.For ad-free
Man City are champions, Brighton make history and goodbye Beth Mead
At last, Man City got the job done! And they didn't even have to be on the pitch to seal their first WSL title in a decade.Chloe and Rachel look back on Manchester City's remarkable campaign and how they got the job done where so many other challengers have failed. But while they're triumphing on the pitch, we have some advice off of it: SIGN BUNNY SHAW UNTIL SHE'S 90!!Plus, we look at both FA Cup
Lyon end Arsenal's dreams, Millie Bright retires, and WSL2 promotion is decided!
The Champions League title defence is over. It was one step too VAR for Arsenal. Sorry, blame Rach for that one.Chloe and Rachel react to Lyon's masterclass and moving perhaps one step closer to seeing Michele Kang without sunglasses. Meanwhile, Manchester City kept the title in their hands with last-gasp drama – was this the weekend that we saw the mentality of true champions?And we finally know
Advantage Arsenal, Brighton upset Man City, and a dramatic twist in the WSL2 title race
It's all happening at the moment. Chloe and Rachel strap in for a bumper pod, starting with Arsenal's massive first-leg win over Lyon – in part thanks to some chaotic defending and in part thanks to Olivia Smith's tenacity (even after a million fouls).Elsewhere, Brighton spoil Man City's title charge which somehow means the title race could go down to the final day. In the meantime, it looks like
The Lionesses hit 500 matches, trailblazing Marie-Louise Eta and the Champions League semi-finals!
It may have been a “claggy” pitch in Iceland, and it may not have been a classic England performance, but a win is a win! And in the Lionesses’ 500th game, no less. Make no mistake, though, the Dóttirs are a force to be reckoned with.Chloe and Rachel also speak to journalist and German football expert Kit Holden about Union Berlin’s groundbreaking appointment of Marie-Louise Eta as the head coach
The Lionesses see off Spain at Wembley and Ireland finally get a win!
Sazzy Wiegs’ England continue to make Wembley their fortress, battling their way to a 1-0 win over their old foe Spain. Lauren Hemp scored in the blink of an eye (Chloe’s calling it a “semi bicycle kick half-turn volley”) and Hannah Hampton was heroic at the death.Elsewhere, Katie McCabe can’t stop scoring for Ireland! After narrow defeats to France and the Netherlands, they managed to hold on to
Arsenal’s FA Cup hoodoo, the WSL2 can’t stop cooking and England vs Spain... again!
Fresh from their two-legged triumph at Stamford Bridge in the Champions League, Arsenal kept up their poor FA Cup form with a 2-0 defeat against Brighton. Chloe and Rachel praise Brighton and ask just why Arsenal can’t get the consistency to fight on multiple fronts.Elsewhere, it’s high time we take a closer look at the title race in WSL2 because it is HOT! We take you through all the permutations
At The Match: Arsenal end Chelsea's UWCL Dreams
On a historic night for Chelsea, Rach heads down to Stamford Bridge to do something historic herself: get a Chelsea and an Arsenal fan to talk to each other!Join us as Rach sits down with members of both Chelsea Women Supporters Group and Arsenal Women Supporters Club. We also chat with AWSC's chair, Farah Chowdhury, and bring you the electric atmosphere at the Bridge from pitchside. Finally, Rach
Man City make United pay, Chelsea's Villa thriller and controversial jeggings
Man City might have two hands and a foot on the WSL trophy, but there is STILL a Chelsea pinky toe on there too. Lots of foot chat in this one, sorry everyone.Chloe and Rachel discuss the goals, the salty interviews, and that Kim Little tifo. Plus, Chloe gets disturbed by Rachel's leggings/jeggings and Rachel gets even more disturbed by Chloe comparing herself with Camilla. Stay tuned...Follow us
The Bunny Shaw Show, Aston Villa’s upturn in form and Chelsea vs Arsenal in the Champions League!
Chloe’s spent most of this weekend preparing for her 35-minute stand up set at Rachel’s upcoming anniversary celebrations - join us for a preview of some opening few lines that definitely won’t make it to the microphone on the day.We also manage to recap a load of WSL action as an improving Aston Villa piled more misery on Leicester and The Bunny Shaw Show unveiled its latest magic trick: scoring
Chelsea pip Man United (again), Liverpool sink Leicester and Man City drop points!
There is only one way to celebrate St Patrick’s Day here at Upfront, and that’s getting Chloe Morgan to try and say a load of things in Irish with very mixed results.Chloe and Rachel tackle the League Cup final, which saw Sonia Bompastor pick up her fourth trophy! But why were Man United so flat? We discuss what’s behind their lack of belief. Plus, Liverpool get a huge win at the bottom to push Le
Jess Naz on her ACL recovery, England dreams and being a style icon
One of our favourite players in the WSL – a true baller and fashion icon – joins Chloe and Rachel in the studio today. It's Spurs star and Lioness, Jess Naz!We catch up with Jess on her recovery since injuring her ACL in December – the second of her career – and how she's drawing on that past experience to come back even stronger. We also get Jess's perspective on Spurs' record-breaking season, wo
England break through Iceland, Australia wobble at the Asian Cup, and our League Cup final preview!
As domestic football finally returns to our screens this weekend, Chloe and Rachel are not ready to leave international pastures just yet. They discuss the Lionesses' professional win against Iceland and how Lucy Bronze proved her value for this England team (like she ever needed to).Goal's lead women's football writer Ameé Ruszkai joins us to give the lowdown on all things Asian Cup, after the gr
England find their shooting boots, heartbreak for Ireland and WAFCON gets postponed
We're on the road to the 2027 Brazil World Cup! And after 45 minutes of knocking the ball about, England hit the road in style.Chloe and Rachel look back on the Lionesses' 6-1 win over Ukraine, which featured some interesting personnel and some vintage Georgia Stanway. Plus, a stark reminder of why World Cup qualification is so hard this year, WAFCON gets officially postponed less than two weeks b
Pregnancy and football, with Josie Green
Today, we're joined by a star of the Wales national team and one of Clo's former teammates... it's Josie Green!Josie is 21 weeks into her pregnancy and reveals all about the realities of being a professional footballer while pregnant. She also opens up about a period of transition for the Wales National Team as they begin World Cup qualification – and what the squad listen to before EVERY game. Yo
Chelsea get back to their best, abandoning FA Cup format changes, and a chat with Oxford United’s Maddison Millington-Stanbury!
Chloe and Rachel whizz through a bumper FA Cup weekend, where we saw a glimpse of the Chelsea we’re used to after their impressive win against Man United. A cracking Sam Kerr goal wasn’t a bad way to commemorate her 150th appearance, either!In other FA Cup business, we react to the news that next season’s controversial format changes have been delayed. Plus, we’re joined by Oxford United goalkeepe
Spurs' magnificent seven, a near-perfect week for Man United, and representation in punditry
Yes, Villa fans, we know you lost 7-3 at Villa Park... But PLEASE don’t start panicking about Natalia Arroyo. Everything’s fine, it was just a mad game...Elsewhere, we review a near-perfect week for Man United - even if Jim Ratcliffe seems intent on spoiling it. Plus, after the controversy around Eni Aluko this week, we chat about representation and inclusion within punditry across the women’s gam
Arsenal halt Man City, more uncertainty at Chelsea, and Chloe goes up a wobbly scaffold
You think you've seen it all before, perched on top of the wobbly commentary gantry at the Chigwell Construction Stadium... and then West Ham deliver those last 10 minutes against Brighton. Chloe and Rachel saw all the drama in the flesh and reflect on it all. What a relegation battle we've got on our hands!But first off, there's the small matter of Arsenal beating the league leaders Manchester Ci
Inside the WSL's exploding transfer market, with Claire Rafferty
Few people know the transfer market better than Claire Rafferty. In her role at TransferRoom, she's spoken to clubs all over Europe and beyond about what they want, who they want and (crucially) how much they want to pay or earn.Claire joins Chloe and Rachel to reveal what's really going on in the transfer market: from commercially-driven signings, to the ever-growing number of Scandinavian player
Man City demolish Chelsea, Arsenal are world champions (sort of), and the transfer window closes!
Chelsea have been well and truly dumped from their perch. Chloe and Rachel react to a remarkable game at the Etihad where Man City ran riot and Sonia Bompastor and her players were left stunned. We discuss the reaction among Chelsea circles and what's really behind their rapid demise from unbeaten WSL juggernauts.Elsewhere, Arsenal battle past Corinthians and their incredibly vibey fans – while Ra
Sophie Ingle on chasing promotion with Bristol City, being a quiet leader, and Guinness
Today, we're joined by a true Chelsea and Wales legend. Rach sits down with Sophie Ingle to find out more about life at Bristol City since leaving west London last summer.They discuss Sophie's new perspective since returning from injury, how much she relishes the new challenge of WSL2, and her quiet style of leadership in dressing rooms throughout her career. Come join us!Follow us on X, Instagram
Arsenal’s historic win at Stamford Bridge, late relegation drama and a cuppa with Alexia
More title race twists and turns in the WSL! Manchester City extended their lead at the top - despite a great performance from London City - while Rachel was dancing along to a brass band’s rendition of the Spice Girls and Chloe bumping into a two-time Ballon d’Or winner over a coffee. Just your usual afternoon at Bromley!Elsewhere, Arsenal impressed in their controlling win over Chelsea, Liverpoo
Young stars in the FA Cup, football's financial powerhouses, and our favourite Subway order
Here at Upfront, we're often preoccupied by our age. This weekend in the FA Cup really, really didn't help.Chloe and Rachel look back on the best of the FA Cup action, including a big win for Liverpool after some big signings and heartbreak for our favs York City. Did they bottle it on purpose to avoid the night out with us? Possibly.Elsewhere, we discuss the findings of Deloitte's latest Money Le
Arsenal's reshuffle, Chelsea are back with a vengeance, and we hear about the ultimate minnow in this year's FA Cup!
Karen Carney might have been back from Strictly, but there weren't many quick-steps on the pitch at the Emirates on Saturday. Chloe and Rachel are reunited in the studio to look back on the first weekend of 2026 in the WSL, which had some familiar stories and one very controversial one involving Phallon Tullis-Joyce. Chloe gives a goalkeeper's perspective on time-wasting...Elsewhere, it's mor
Sacking season, the January transfer window opens and the WSL returns!
Eder, Rita – welcome to the WSL! Make sure to hold on tight to this merry-go-round here and get that seatbelt on. You're gonna need it.Chloe and Rachel are back from the Christmas break, although Rachel remains in Norway where she's presumably been looking for Spurs' next wonderkid signing.They discuss Jocelyn Prêcheur and Rehanne Skinner's sackings just before Christmas and where those decisions
Aurora Galli on her ACL journey, hopes for 2026, and her dream to open a restaurant!
For our final episode of 2025, we’re joined by a player who we have wanted on the pod since the very beginning!Aurora Galli - otherwise known by her nickname Yaya - is one of the best personalities in the WSL and since joining Everton back in 2021, she has rapidly become a fan favourite on Merseyside.But on the opening day of last season, Galli ruptured her ACL. Apart from a brief return in May, i
Upfront Wrapped 2025 & New Year’s Resolutions!
Chloe and Rachel are back at Upfront HQ for the final time this year! Which means it's time to relive everything we've loved about 2025. Agyemaaaaaaang!We discuss our favourite moments and most-loved players! Plus, we hear some of your New Year's resolutions and give our verdicts…LAST CHANCE! Want to win an England shirt SIGNED by Lucy Bronze?! To enter our prize draw, simply fill out Stak's liste
Man United escape, West Ham miss their chance, and Bunny Shaw cannot be stopped
That’s it for the WSL in 2025! And we were treated to a couple of bangers this weekend to finish things off. Chloe and Rachel relive it all!Man United pulled off mission impossible against Spurs – although maybe it was more like ‘mission never should have been impossible in the first place’ – and Marc Skinner was evidently feeling a little hot under the collar.Elsewhere, West Ham and Liverpool pla
Sophie Howard on life at Como, adapting to Serie A, and falling in love with football again
Chloe and Rachel chat to Scotland and FC Como centre-back Sophie Howard about life at what's been called “the most stylish football club in the world”.Sophie lifts the lid on the grit behind the glamour and how Como have risen to the top of the Serie A table. She also speaks about the past, present and future of a career which has seen her play in Germany, the US, England and now Italy, and reflec
Chelsea's unbeaten run comes to an end and Arsenal bounce back
Chelsea didn't have a chisel and hammer on Sunday to get through Everton and Courtney Brosnan... so THE RUN has come to an end!Chloe and Rachel react to a huge upset and the dodgy social media graphics that followed. But is the title race really all over? We think not...Plus, Arsenal get a desperately-needed win at the Emirates after some seismic reports during the international break. We give our
England waste no time against China, GK Barry, and a New Zealand listener seeks advice
The Lionesses celebrated their homecoming tour with a brutal 8-0 thrashing of China at Wembley... but not everyone in the aftermath has been entirely happy about it!Chloe and Rachel reflect on that and why this game was important – for both China and England. Elsewhere, GK Barry and the League Cup draw causes a huge stir and the WSL returns this weekend! Plus, a listener all the way in New Zealand
Newcastle get Oxtoby, a dramatic NWSL Final, and England come home
The international break is back! Chloe and Rachel look ahead to the Lionesses' return to Wembley on Saturday night, featuring Hannah Hampton's newly-extended Ikea trophy cabinet.Elsewhere, we take a moment to salute some non-league heroes across the FA Cup second round and react to major WSL2 news that Tanya Oxtoby is taking the reins at Newcastle. Plus, US soccer journalist Asli Pelit joins
At The Match: Inside the NSL Final
Canada's first-ever season of the NSL came to its thrilling conclusion last weekend – and Rach was there to see it all! She's joined by Sophie for a journey across the pond to see Vancouver Rise take on AFC Toronto, and speak to some VERY famous faces along the way...Want to win an England shirt SIGNED by Lucy Bronze?! To enter our prize draw, simply fill out Stak's listener survey! It helps
Man City’s title credentials, West Ham redemption and same old Arsenal
Manchester City caught the eye on Saturday with a dominant Manchester derby win, even if Mark Skinner disagrees. Today, Chloe and Rachel explain why they think Man City could be ready to shake up the title race in the WSL.Elsewhere, at the bottom of the table, West Ham and Liverpool picked up important points, but are Chelsea now showing some flaws? Plus, Arsenal's goal-scoring problems continue i
Man City star Kerstin Casparij on her sparkling form, social media, and advocacy for the LGBTQ+ community
Today, we’re joined by the best-performing full-back in the WSL right now and one of our favourite personalities in the league: it’s Kerstin Casparij!Chloe and Rachel sit down with Kerstin to discuss her incredible year, both on and off the pitch. Kerstin explains why she’s feeling so happy in a Man City shirt right now and reveals the inspiration for her post-match puns on social media. She also
Spicy controversy at the Emirates and Aston Villa stun Man United
On the official Chloe Morgan spicy scale, this weekend was... flaming hot.Chloe and Rachel try their best to pick apart everything that went down in north London on Saturday afternoon – and what needs to be done next. Is VAR really the answer? Rachel has some alternatives, while Chloe explains why the backlash must be tempered.Elsewhere, Man United lose for the first time in the WSL this season –
A thriller of a mid-table clash, Liverpool lose again and some football kit chat
Chloe’s jet-setting again but nothing stops the pod! She and Rachel discuss the goal-packed game between Aston Villa and Everton and look a bit more closely at the situation on the red side of Liverpool, as Gareth Taylor's side remain winless in the WSL.Plus, Jack Fowler and Kimberley Cumberbatch from “Who Gives a Shirt?” join the show to speak about football kits, identity and fashion.Jack and Ki
Chelsea Legend Claire Rafferty on her work in football since retirement, living with ADHD and the fortunes of her former clubs
On today’s Upfront, Chloe and Rachel are joined by Chelsea legend and former Lioness Claire Rafferty to discuss about transfers and scouting in the men’s and women’s game. And, as ADHD Awareness Month comes to an end, Claire reflects on her experience of being diagnosed with – and living with – the condition.She also discusses the trajectories of two of her former clubs in the WSL this season: uns
England lose on their Euros homecoming, Ireland smash Belgium, and goodbye Jess Fishlock
Chloe and Rachel are back from their escapades around Europe for a very international pod! And a certain very important England debut...Chloe celebrates Khiara Keating's first appearance between the sticks for England, while Rach explains that - despite the 2-1 defeat against a VERY pumped Brazil - the Lionesses showed their teeth in this game. But one listener asks if England have an Alessia Russ
How we would change the League Cup, plus the state of Italian football since the Euros
There might not have been any cupsets, but there were some impressive showings from the WSL2 sides in the Subway League Cup this weekend! Newcastle took Man City to the wire (what a game!), while Nottingham Forest took Everton to penalties, too.Chloe and Rachel discuss the best of the action and the future of the tournament itself. How could (or should) it be changed? They also hear what you have
Arsenal and Chelsea bounce back, Leicester's new gaffer, and Millie Bright retires from England!
We're back with an early edition of Upfront on the eve of Sarina Wiegman's first England squad since the Euros! And there's big news...Chloe and Rachel look back on two vital wins for Arsenal and Chelsea – and how some of the same problems are persisting for both teams in front of goal.Elsewhere, Leicester have a new manager, but is the pressure off for them as Liverpool struggle and West Ham cont
Spurs defender Molly Bartrip reflects on battles with her mental health and building a supportive dressing room
Content warning: this interview features discussion of topics that some listeners may find triggering and distressing.Ahead of World Mental Health Day tomorrow, Rachel is joined by Spurs defender and vice-captain Molly Bartrip.Molly has been one of the most prominent voices in the WSL on mental health. After own battles with anorexia nervosa, depression and anxiety, she has spoken frankly about he
A feast of WSL drama
All eyes were on two huge games at the top of the table this weekend and they absolutely delivered! The difference was that Rach was getting absolutely soaked in Manchester on Friday night, while Chloe was watching it with a glass of Merlot. Or Rioja. Something red, anyway.Chloe and Rachel pick apart another thriller between Man City and Arsenal, which has left Chloe believing that this is a new,
Arsenal drop precious points and a new era for Bristol City
What's that? People saying the title race is already over? Chloe and Rachel are here to provide a healthy dose of scepticism – as well as a healthy dose of 'what the hell is missing for Arsenal?!'Chloe explains why Saturday's stalemate wasn't Renée Slegers' fault, while Rachel thinks people have been getting Aston Villa's start to the season all wrong. Plus, they take a closer look at Liverpool as
In memory of Matt Beard
Today, Chloe and Rachel pay tribute to former Liverpool manager Matt Beard, who passed away on Saturday. He was 47 years old.Matt or 'Beardy' was a giant of the women's game, who left an impact on players and fans at every club he went. He was known for his kindness, his warmth, and his generosity. He will be so sorely missed.Chloe and Rachel also discuss Spurs' 5-1 defeat to Man City, the new Cha
Man United's wild week, Sam Kerr returns, and the WSL's international boom
Chloe and Rachel are back to discuss everything across the second week of the WSL! Man United might have had a nightmare in Norway, but they handed out another pasting in the league. The boots probably helped...Elsewhere, Sam Kerr made her VERY anticipated return and – of course – she scored. Rach explains why we helped take the pressure off her, sort of. Plus, with reports of huge growth for the
Dream debuts, Chelsea edge Man City, and Rach's dark horses deliver!
Chloe and Rachel are back after an opening weekend packed FULL of storylines! Except Brighton vs Aston Villa...We look back on Arsenal's victory over London City Lionesses – and the Kangster dropping a huge world record transfer fee for Grace Geyoro. Plus, will Sam Kerr really breeze back into this Chelsea team? What does Grace Clinton's exit say about Manchester United? And can there be a better
Previewing EVERY team in the WSL!
Chloe and Rachel are here to lift the curtain on the 2025/26 WSL season! They answer your big questions across the league.Can anyone stop the Chelsea runaway train? Are Spurs favourites for relegation? And who are the main candidates for our new disruptors?!Come join us for all the answers to that and much, much more.Join our WSL Fantasy League here with the code FFFQUZPlease fill out Stak's liste
Olivia Smith, Michelle Kang's big bucks, and the WSL2 pressure cooker
We're back! Chloe and Rachel catch up at Upfront's brand new HQ on everything that's happened since the Euros – which, somehow, was already a month ago.We discuss Olivia Smith's record-breaking move to Arsenal and London City Lionesses' business so far: are they refreshing disruptors or bringing more imbalance to the league?Plus, the WSL2 is pulling in stars from all over the place – we take a loo
Upfront's Euro 2025 Awards! | Euro 2025 #16
Chloe and Rachel have just about peeled themselves off their ceilings in time to for our FINAL show of Euro 2025! And it's a big one...Back by popular demand, it's our first-ever Upfront Awards for a major tournament! Who is our Player of the Tournament? What was Chloe's spiciest moment (possibly sponsored by Nandos)? And what was Rach's favourite snap?We also discuss the impact of England's victo
ENGLAND ARE EUROPEAN CHAMPIONS... AGAIN! | Euro 2025 #15
Rach's head has gone, Chloe's voice has gone – but we don't care! We look back on an incredible night for the Lionesses and English football.From Chloe Kelly's aura, to Leah Williamson and Jess Carter's masterclass, to Michelle Agyemang and her 22 older sisters... we're reliving it all the morning after the night before!Follow us on X, Instagram, Bluesky and YouTube! Email us show@upfrontpod.com.F
Our Euro 2025 Final Preview! | Euro 2025 #14
It's here: England, the defending champions, take on Spain, the world champions. Chloe and Rachel are joined by England legend and BBC co-commentator Rachel Brown-Finnis to look ahead to what promises to be an extraordinary final.They discuss England's journey and the media narratives that have swirled around it – plus, RBF reveals what she would tell these England players to unlock that Spain def
Spain snatch victory and we answer your questions! | Euro 2025 #13
Aitana Bonmatí settled it with a cheeky moment of magic last night – but has a poor game left us feeling more optimistic about England's chances?Chloe and Rachel discuss a tale of two goalkeepers and how Germany managed to restrict Spain so effectively. Plus, we answer your burning questions ahead of the final on Sunday! Will Wiegman change her starting XI? Will England thrive without the bal
Queen Agyemang | Euro 2025 #12
What's good for England after the 80th minute isn't good for Rach's ulcerative colitis. But seriously: WHAT A GAME, WHAT A NIGHT!Chloe and Rachel sit down with hoarse voices to relive England's comeback win against Italy and celebrate Michelle Agyemang's calmness beyond her years, Chloe Kelly's 'it's me' mentality, and some absolute much-needed grit.We also salute Italy's run (but not some of thei
Ann-Katrin Berger saves Germany and Spain break Swiss hearts! | Euro 2025 #11
Thought England vs Sweden was going to be the most chaotic game of the quarter-finals? Well last night Germany said: "hold my stein".Chloe and Rachel relive another extraordinary penalty shootout and discuss how France managed to mess it up against 10 players for over 100 minutes.Plus, Spain knocked the Swiss out – but the vibes were unrivalled. Rach tells us all about the atmosphere on Friday nig
England beat Sweden on penalties... somehow! | Euro 2025 #10
One of the most emotional, chaotic, frustrating, heartbreaking, joyous matches you will ever see... but England are through!Chloe and Rachel take a breath and try to work out what happened on an extraordinary night in Zurich! Like... why did Sweden's keeper take their fifth pen!?Join us for a very, very necessary debrief!Follow us on X, Instagram, Bluesky and YouTube! Email us show@upfrontpod.com.
Italy prevail in the chaos and trash talk between England and Sweden! | Euro 2025 #9
Italy are back in the semi-finals of the Euros for the first time since 1997! And what a night for the ultimate national team captain, Cristiana Girelli. Just please ignore the fact that she's the same age as us.Chloe and Rachel relive a chaotic first quarter-final, which featured the most short-lived redemption arc for Ada Hegerberg and one of the best dugout-emptying goal celebrations you will e
The story so far: Spain's form, England's draw, and our favourite moments! | Euro 2025 #8
Now the group stages are done and dusted, Chloe and Rachel take stock of everything they've seen (and smelt) so far.What's been our favourite moment? Which nations and teams have surprised us? And will UEFA ever award a Swedish Player of the Match correctly?Plus, Barcelona-based presenter and friend of the pod Alex Ibaceta joins us! She gives us the lowdown on Alexia Putellas' incredible form and
England march through and the Dutch puppet show ends | Euro 2025 #7
England dispelled any nerves with an absolute goal-fest against the Welsh last night! Chloe and Rachel are here to celebrate their progress and - in particular - the peformance of Toooooney!It wasn’t to be for the Dutch though, as they wave goodbye to Euro 2025 with Viv Miedema not even setting foot on the pitch against France. We’re already waiting for the Andries Jonkers tell-all podcast...Join
The hosts stay alive, Italy scrape through and permutations galore! | Euro 2025 #6
Rach gets back down from her latest romantic stroll up a mountain to chat with Chlo as the group stages draw to a close. We’ve got more quarter-finalists locked in as Spain, Italy and Switzerland all extended their stay - but a poor Portugal and an unfortunate Finland bow out.Join us as we look over those games and preview England’s showdown with Wales - plus, with some quality players seeing thei
England back to their best, but a tough night for Wales | Euro 2025 #5
WHAT a performance from England! A jubilant Chloe and delighted (but knackered) Rachel recap a brilliant night for the Lionesses who delivered when it really mattered against the Netherlands.Elsewhere, Wales suffered a tough loss to France but there were so many positives for Rhian Wilkinson’s side to draw on. We get stuck into those matches and look ahead to tonight, where we’ve got our first qua
Spain march on, Portugal’s last-gasp heroics and England vs Netherlands preview | Euro 2025 #4
Wait, SIX goals by Spain this time?! Chloe and Rachel recap another dominant Spain win, even if they think there might be a few gaps that better teams than Belgium could have exploited.They also celebrate a last-minute equaliser for Portugal that kept them in the tournament, wonder if Germany and Sweden can book their spots in the next round and preview the small matter of England vs Netherlands -
England undone by France and Wales struggle against the Dutch | Euro 2025 #3
Yep, sadly that wasn't just a nightmare. England did lose last night. But need a bit of reassurance? We got you.Chloe and Rachel discuss everything that went down in Zurich – from that promising first 15 minutes, to France's dominance on the flanks and in midfield. What happened? And what needs to change?Plus, we discuss Wales' tough debut against the Netherlands, which included perhaps the most c
Spanish domination, classy goals, and suspicious smells | Euro 2025 #2
Spain are HERE. They announced their arrival in Switzerland with a brutal 5-0 thrashing of Portugal. And they've got a perfect 18-year-old replacement for Aitana Bonmatí? Well that's just not fair.Chloe and Rachel sit down to reflect on Day Two at the Euros and look ahead to Germany's showdown with Poland tonight – plus, Rach has cutting edge insight from the Wankdorf Stadium...Join the Official U
The Euros are underway! Switzerland impress in defeat and Finland get a vital win | Euro 2025 #1
Euro 2025 is finally underway! Switzerland got off to a great start in their opening game against Norway, but a bit of quality (and luck!) meant Ada Hegerberg n’ co emerged victorious. Rach was at the game, so we'll hear her reaction to some impressive performances from the Swiss team and those doing the (slightly odd) opening ceremony.Plus, we chat Finland’s scrappy but vital win against Iceland
Euro 2025 Preview Part 2: England's perfect warm-up, Wales prepare for history, and our final predictions!
The Lionesses said farewell with the perfect performance against Jamaica – and Chloe was there to watch it!Clo and Rach look ahead to England's tournament and take a closer look at the Lionesses rivals in Group D, aka the Official Group of Death...Plus, our final tournament predictions! Will Chloe get booed again?! Join us to find out.Join the Official Upfront Euro 2025 Fantasy League here! Please
Euro 2025 Preview Part 1: Switzerland expects, Spain seek revenge, and watch out for Germany!
The Euros are finally here! In the first of our two-part Euros preview, Clo and Rach take a (nervous) look at Groups A, B and C!Rach explains why people need to be worried seriously about Germany, Chloe doffs her cap to Iceland's giant goalkeeper, and we ask the eternal question of every major tournament: why can't Norway make things click?!Plus, Chloe gets booed at Glastonbury. We need answers...
Picking our final Lionesses Starting XI!
Eight days to go until the Euros, people! England will kick off their campaign against France on July 5th, so today Chloe and Rachel are putting themselves in Sazzy Wiegs' shoes once more: we're picking our final England starting XI!What's changed? Why do we think – even without Millie Bright – that England have the perfect centre-half combo? And who's in that number 10 role? Plus, Chloe is b
Squad drama across Europe, Switzerland prepares, and the WSL announces its official expansion
As we continue to close in on the Euros, we've got some questions. Like... are other countries having squad drama too? It turns out, yes!Chloe and Rachel catch up over the latest international news, including some big calls in France, a big tweet in Spain, and a big f**k up with the kit in Wales.Plus, Swiss football writer Craig King joins us to give the lowdown on the host's preparations – and th
A seismic week for England, Ireland wave goodbye to a legend, and Spurs sack Vilahamn
And breathe. It's all been kicking off in the Upfront WhatsApp group this past week - from Fran Kirby's retirement, to Millie Bright's shock announcement, to the actual bloomin' Euros squad itself! Chloe and Rachel are ready to react to it all.They explain why Millie Bright should tell the haters to do one – while Clo is very excited about Michelle Agyemang's inclusion. But Rach has concerns about
Steph Houghton’s coaching journey
Today, we’re joined by an absolute legend of the English game.Steph Houghton remains one of the best defenders of all time and played over 120 times for England, captaining the Lionesses at two World Cups and a Euros.She has just finished the UEFA A Licence course - the highest qualification a coach can receive - which qualifies her to coach in the WSL!Will we be seeing her in the dugout soon? Rac
The lethal Lionesses but relegation for Wales and Scotland!
Chloe’s just about got the glitter off from Mighty Hoopla to chat all things international football! England put on a clinic against Portugal ahead of Sarina Wiegman unveiling her Euros squad on Thursday. Where does hat-trick hero Aggie Beever-Jones sit in the attacking pecking order? And if Lauren James is fit and back in the squad, who’s going to miss out?Plus, Wales and Scotland suffer Nations
Maisie Symonds on Brighton's season of two halves, her England call-up, and off-season relaxation!
Today, we're joined by one of England's exciting next generation and a rising star in the WSL: it's Brighton's Maisie Symonds!Rach caught up with Maisie from her seaside home (and, really, it couldn't be any closer to the sea) to look back on Brighton's season, which saw Dario Vidošić make an instant impact and some brilliant home form before a tougher second half of the campaign. She also reveals
At The Match: Arsenal's Champions League glory in Lisbon
In case you hadn't heard, Arsenal wrote themselves into the history books on Saturday by beating Barcelona to win the Champions League. And now's your chance to relive it!Rachel and Chloe met outside the José Alvalade Stadium after the full time whistle to reflect on their feelings after an extraordinary 90 minutes. But before that, Rachel gives you a flavour of the build-up to the game and the at
Arsenal win the Champions League and Mary Earps retires from England!
We’ve got two SEISMIC bits of football news to get stuck into today! First up, despite coming into the game as the unfancied underdogs, Arsenal put in a performance for the ages and won the Champions League! Rachel and Chloe discuss their own experiences of Saturday’s final and praise a phenomenal effort from Renée Slegers and her players.Then, our preview of England’s upcoming Nations League fixt
The big Arsenal vs Barcelona preview!
Here we go, people! Whether you're an Arsenal fan jumping on a flight to Lisbon or you're a neutral who's just ready for a huge Champions League final, Chloe and Rach have got you covered.We look back on Arsenal's route to the final and Barcelona's various demolitions, before looking ahead to the key battles on Saturday. Can Mariona Caldentey make the difference? Will Renée Slegers make a huge cal
Chelsea crush Man United to seal the treble!
Rach dials in from Portugal to catch up with Clo about the FA Cup final, where Chelsea flexed their dominance for one last time this season. Some BIG names rocked up to Wembley - and surprise, surprise, Sir Jim Ratcliffe wasn’t one of them…We also get stuck into some rather weird Marc Skinner quotes (sorry Marc) before weighing up Man United’s chances at the World Sevens tournament, which kicks of
