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.
Latest episodes
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23 min
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 Zanten have emerged as two…
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33 min
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 two games left in th…
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36 min
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? Claire breaks down the g…
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49 min
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 three-time NWSL champi…
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28 min
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 decisions to make. Clair…
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29 min
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 a few key positions.…
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30 min
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 Sanchez has earned another…
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30 min
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 why KC moved on afte…
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28 min
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 this week to look at so…
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25 min
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 everything you need to kno…
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27 min
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 to put the spotlight…
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28 min
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 scape goat for their…
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28 min
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 Thorns team could be on…
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23 min
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 surprise of next yea…
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25 min
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 that's looking thinner by…
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45 min
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 to make some BOLD stat…
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29 min
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 signings are bringing the Lo…
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27 min
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 ride a win streak. So…
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27 min
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 Lindsey Heaps get Denve…
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25 min
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 Sentnor to Angel Cit…