A new weekly podcast covering the National Women's Soccer League hosted by Dan Lauletta, Bekki Morgan, and Michael Minnich. nwslthisweek.substack.com
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Sep 29, 2026 · 1:02:55
This week, Dan, Bekki, and Michael discuss streaking Angel City, Jess Fishlock edging Christine Sinclair — and gets compared to Megan Rapinoe — and Ashley Sanchez sets a record…
Sep 22, 2026 · 1:01:48
This week, Dan and Michael discuss the best week in Angel City history, Vlatko Andonovski taking charge of the soccer operations in Chicago, plus the Summit are still in the mix…
Sep 15, 2026 · 1:12:57
They say any team can win the NWSL in any given week and this week proves it. Portland has to settle for a 1-1 draw against last place Chicago, Boston topples Washington 3-0, and…
Sep 8, 2026 · 1:01:12
This week, the Spirit break their Portland jinx to close in on Gotham in the Shield race, the Stars concede 6 (yes, again!), 3 of them to boot leader Ashley Sanchez, and Vlatko…
Sep 1, 2026 · 59:59
Shocking news out of Orlando this Monday: Seb Hines has been fired from the Pride. We discuss this and all results of the week! This is a public episode. If you would like to…
Aug 25, 2026 · 1:15:54
Happy 100th episode, everybody! It was an exciting week of games with some upsets and some very tight score lines. San Diego kept their win streak against Utah alive in one of…
Aug 18, 2026 · 1:05:31
This week in the NWSL, Gotham extended their lead for the Shield with their chippy win over Kansas City; Utah eke out a win despite a strong showing from Bay; Houston fight until…
Aug 13, 2026 · 31:50
In this special midweek podcast, Dan and Michael go deep on the latest change in Chicago — the firing of Martin Sjogren after 18 games (13 of which saw the Stars fail to score).…
Aug 11, 2026 · 1:04:13
This week, Dan and Michael discuss two of the quickest starts in NWSL history and the wild finishes that ensued. Plus Gotham get some breathing room at the top, Mia Fishel is…
Aug 4, 2026 · 1:00:10
The gang’s all here this week to discuss a wild weekend that saw Jess Fishlock fire the Reign to the brink of playoff position while the Pride tumbled to 10th. Elsewhere the…
Jul 28, 2026 · 1:09:21
This week, Dan and Bekki discuss Gotham’s second straight wild week (Kerr’s goal, Sonnett’s injury, Esther’s departure), the Spirit hitting the top of the table, Laura Harvey’s…
Jul 21, 2026 · 1:08:44
This week, Dan and Michael go deep on Gotham’s incredible week which saw them pack Citi Field in Queens where they beat the Spirit, and then dug out of a 2-0 hole to overcome the…
Jul 14, 2026 · 1:05:58
This week, Dan and Michael are joined by Kari Anderson from Yahoo! Sports to discuss a season-saving win for the Reign, a second straight shutout win for Angel City, Racing…
Jul 7, 2026 · 1:05:12
This week, Dan and Bekki discuss the return of NWSL, from Trinity Rodman’s brace to Mal Swanson’s dominance, and Sophia Wilson’s 50th career goal. Not to be forgotten, the…
Jun 30, 2026 · 49:30
Gotham defeats Kansas City to lift the Challenge Cup in Columbus! And that’s even before Sam Kerr arrives for the latter part of the season. We discuss the impact the…
Jun 23, 2026 · 1:06:04
This week, Dan talks to Kari Anderson of Yahoo! Sports about a week filled with major news from Ally Sentnor’s move to LA, Kennedy Fuller’s move out of LA, Sam Kerr’s imminent…
Jun 16, 2026 · 59:10
This week, Dan is joined by Arianna Cascone to discuss winners and losers from the 1st half of the NWSL season? What does Dan think about the expansion process? Which teams does…
Jun 9, 2026 · 1:04:14
The NWSL is officially on break, but there’s still a lot to talk about around the league. We discuss the news that the final will be held in Washington, DC, debate the existence…
Jun 2, 2026 · 1:05:29
In this episode, the Thorns and Royals five us a thriller, but their draw allows the Wave to claim 1st place heading to the break. Also, an injury scare in Orlando, a front…
May 26, 2026 · 1:03:54
This week, Dan and Michael discuss whether the first-place Royals are legit Shield contenders, Mal Swanson getting on the scoresheet for Chicago, Gotham and the Spirit get denied…
May 19, 2026 · 1:05:51
This week, the Wave strike late to edge Spirit and return to the top of the table, the Legacy gut out 4 points on 2 coasts over 4 days, and a series of odd penalty calls…
May 12, 2026 · 59:45
This week Dan, Bekki, and Michael discuss Temwa Chawinga’s first THREE goals of the season, a big weekend for both expansion clubs, and a huge win for Racing Louisville.…
May 5, 2026 · 1:06:01
This week, Dan and Michael discuss the Thorns’ big midweek win over the Wave to grab first place in NWSL, the Legacy’s dramatic rally to knock off the Summit for the franchise’s…
Apr 28, 2026 · 1:03:39
This week, Dan and Bekki discuss the injury to Jess Fishlock, Chris Armas being asked about his job, the Royals suddenly sitting in 3rd place, and much more. They’ll even discuss…
Apr 21, 2026 · 1:06:09
The NWSL is considering following the MLS by adopting a Fall-Spring schedule. Is this a good idea, a disastrous one, or something in between? With the international break finally…
Apr 14, 2026 · 1:02:39
This week, Dan, Bekki, and Michael discuss what changes they would make with a day in the NWSL Commissioner’s position. Better broadcasts? More information? Increased media…
Apr 7, 2026 · 1:04:49
This week, Dan and Michael discuss potential rebirths for Kansas City and Washington, stoppage time thrillers in Orlando and Houston, and the legend of Manaka Matsukubo. This is…
Mar 31, 2026 · 1:06:26
This week, the situation in Kansas City turns alarming, Gotham’s scoreless drought reaches 3 games, and the Spirit are still searching for a win. In Denver, a crowd of more than…
Mar 24, 2026 · 1:03:08
This week, red cards are all the talk around NWSL including two at the Cascadia showdown. And the Stars pull a shocker to take down the Shield winners in their home opener. And…
Mar 17, 2026 · 56:25
This week the crew reviews Week 1 including a massive crowd in Boston, the return of Savy King (heart surgery) and Sophia Wilson (maternity), and the rough start of the season…
Mar 10, 2026 · 1:01:46
This week Dan, Bekki, and Michael make final preparations for the 2026 NWSL season with previews of last year’s 8 playoff teams. Find out who thinks Kansas City won’t win the…
Mar 3, 2026 · 1:11:33
This week, NWSL historian Jen Cooper joins Dan and Michael to discuss her evolution from Dash broadcaster to the provider of stat nuggets for all NWSL broadcasts. Find out…
Feb 23, 2026 · 59:19
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Feb 16, 2026 · 58:46
This week, a pair of trades jolt the NWSL with Claire Hutton heading to Bay FC and the Current shipping most of the money to Washington to acquire Croix Bethune. What does it all…
Feb 9, 2026 · 1:00:47
This week Dan, Bekki, and Michael discuss who among NWSL players they would select with the first pick at each position in a fictitious draft. Also what will make commissioner…
Feb 2, 2026 · 59:55
This week Crystal Dunn announced her retirement and Gotham came in third in the first-ever Champions Cup. Dan Lauletta also took a trip to NWSL Media Day and brought back some…
Jan 26, 2026 · 59:20
This week, Dan and Michael discuss the end of the Trinity Rodman contract saga and analyze some of the soccer components (including Michael’s bold prediction!) Also the Courage…
Jan 16, 2026 · 1:02:12
This week, the 2026 NWSL schedule is out! Also the Players Association has filed a grievance meant to block the new HIP rule, Sam Coffey is off to England, Lindsey Heaps is…
Dec 26, 2025 · 31:01
In this special episode, Dan, Bekki, and Michael discuss the new High Impact Player Rule and the impact of NWSL deciding which players can--and which players cannot--earn money…
Dec 18, 2025 · 25:02
On this special episode, Dan is joined by Marisa Ingemi from the San Francisco Chronicle to discuss all things Bay FC after the club announced Emma Coates as head coach. This is…
Dec 15, 2025 · 59:29
This week, the parameters of a new rule that will allow Trinity Rodman to remain in NWSL are falling into place. Plus the transaction wire remains busy and three coaching…
Dec 8, 2025 · 57:11
This week, Dan and Michael break down all angles of the ever-evolving Trinity Rodman situation? Will NWSL tweak its rules to allow the Spirit to pay her? Or will the face of…
Dec 1, 2025 · 1:05:43
This week, Dan and Jenna debate the merits of letting 8 teams in the NWSL postseason tournament. Plus is Trinity Rodman leaving and how soon will be know? and the latest coaching…
Nov 24, 2025 · 1:05:59
The dust has settled on the 2025 season, and 8th seed Gotham have come out as champions after defeating the Washington Spirit, who have to settle as runners up for the second…
Nov 17, 2025 · 54:44
This week, the Spirit and Gotham secure semifinal victories and will meet for the NWSL Championship this weekend in San Jose. It will be their 44th meeting across all…
Nov 10, 2025 · 1:09:07
This week, the Shield winning Current crash out with first home loss in 16 months while the Spirit, Thorns, and Pride also advance to the semifinals. Olivia Moultrie, Marta, and…
Nov 6, 2025 · 27:12
Racing Louisville head coach Bev Yanez visits NWSL This Week to talk about Racing making the playoffs for the first time, how they turned their season around after a slow start,…
Nov 3, 2025 · 58:01
This week, Ella Hase’s 1st NWSL goal lifts Racing Louisville into the playoffs for the first time while a victorious Courage side falls short. The playoff field is set now with…
Oct 27, 2025 · 45:55
After a series of unfortunate events, Michael Minnich goes solo this week to discuss all the upcoming Decision Day games and to interview NWSL broadcast commentator Jessica…
Oct 20, 2025 · 1:03:44
This week, Dan and Michael recap the key happenings across Week 25 that saw all but one playoff spot clinched. The Current and Spirit already had the top two spots locked but…
Oct 13, 2025 · 1:13:07
There are only two weeks left in the NWSL’s regular season, but a handful of playoff spots remain open. (Note: We mistakenly didn’t realize Orlando clinched this week in our…
Oct 6, 2025 · 56:28
Braces decided games this week as Emma Sears’ led Racing to their first win in Cary, North Carolina and kept them in playoff contention, Olivia Moultrie’s brought Portland ahead…
Sep 29, 2025 · 1:05:58
This week, a Gift Monday hat trick sends the Spirit back to the postseason, Gotham roll Portland to make their case as contenders, and all three California teams come up empty.…
Sep 22, 2025 · 1:02:24
This week the Current secure *another* clean sheet and brought the NWSL Shield to Kansas City. Also, Savannah DeMelo goes home, Jessica Berman speaks, and the middle of the table…
Sep 15, 2025 · 53:41
A frightening medical emergency with Racing Louisville midfielder Savannah DeMelo leads to the suspension of Louisville’s match against Seattle Reign. Has the league learned from…
Sep 9, 2025 · 22:20
On this special episode, Bay FC announces organizational changes that will include a new head coach in 2026, and ESPN has reported that Jaedyn Shaw is being traded to Gotham!…
Sep 8, 2025 · 57:06
This week, the Stars give their 2026 venue a test run by putting 5 goals on the defending champs, Vlatko Andonovski wins his 100th NWSL match, and much more from Round 19. This…
Sep 2, 2025 · 57:50
This week, as rumors swirl around Alyssa Thomson, Angel City scratches her as an excused absence for win over Bay FC. Elsewhere, the Current clinched a playoff berth, the Royals…
Aug 25, 2025 · 1:03:42
In this week’s jam packed episode, Barbra Banda is on SEI (but Jacqui Ovalle is coming!), the Stars play a pair of wild, 3-3 draws, the the Kansas City heat controversy continues…
Aug 18, 2025 · 1:01:04
This week, weather wins in Kansas City as Current/Pride showdown falls off CBS. Elsewhere the Stars have a new coach for 2026, the Spirit narrowly avoid defeat, and the Wave move…
Aug 11, 2025 · 1:06:48
Dan, Bekki, and Michael examine the unusual circumstances surrounding the dismissal of Sean Nahas in North Carolina. Plus NWSL Rivalry Week saw the Thorns run it up on the Reign,…
Aug 4, 2025 · 59:07
The NWSL is back and looking a bit rusty after the long midseason break. Highlights of the week include a blockbuster trade sending Ally Sentnor from Utah to Kansas City and…
Jul 28, 2025 · 57:01
A little bit of everything is discussed in this episode, including the branding of the newly named Denver Summit, the second half of our discussion on who is the face of each top…
Jul 21, 2025 · 1:04:06
This week, Dan, Bekki, and Michael fight through some audio issues to discuss the state of American goalkeepers in NWSL. Also, Jenna checks in from Switzerland after the…
Jul 14, 2025 · 56:06
Plenty of news on tap after taking a week off for July 4th. In particular, Bay FC’s coach Albertin Montoya was cleared of violating the league’s anti-harassment policies, Mia…
Jun 30, 2025 · 1:11:01
This week, Dan, Michael and Jenna discuss midseason MVP picks, biggest surprises and disappointments, and other thoughts on the NWSL season at its midway point. And Bekki sent…
Jun 23, 2025 · 1:01:57
This week, Racing makes a statement with a win over the Pride, the Courage rally behind goals from two players who really needed them, and the Current extend their lead at the…
Jun 16, 2025 · 56:53
This week, Gotham see out their win in Utah with—8 players? Meanwhile the Spirit just can’t win in Orland, the Reign stun the Stars late, and the 2025 NWSL Championship site is…
Jun 9, 2025 · 1:04:47
While the top teams mostly remain the same, there are some shakeups further down the table as the Seattle Reign and Racing Louisville surge into fifth and sixth place…
Jun 2, 2025 · 57:25
This week, Dan and Michael discuss the impending fallout from what appears to be a Jonatan Giraldez move to Lyon before the Summer break. Plus Denver hires a GM, Boston gets a…
May 26, 2025 · 1:01:28
We’re 10 games into the regular season and with top teams decisively beating bottom-ranked teams, we need to ask: is parity still a thing in the league or is it starting to slip…
May 19, 2025 · 1:07:42
Kansas City takes all three points from Orlando in this week’s biggest match-up, but at what cost? Also, Gotham stumbles while San Diego soars, Bay shuts out Angel City, and Utah…
May 14, 2025 · 56:01
Kylen Mills joins Dan to discuss the ins and outs of working in the Ion studio plus a spin around the NWSL This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other…
May 12, 2025 · 1:01:12
The scary incident involving Savy King raised questions about when it’s appropriate to call an NWSL match. Plus the Current are back in form, late goals, and a questionable red…
May 5, 2025 · 1:03:01
It was a wild weekend in the NWSL. The Spirit rallied twice and lost to Angel City. The Pride lost. The Current lost. Gotham were held at home by the last-place Stars. Dan,…
Apr 28, 2025 · 59:03
The Kansas City Current’s defeat at the hands of the North Carolina Courage means there are no more undefeated teams AND no more winless teams. But that’s just the start of a…
Apr 21, 2025 · 57:50
The Washington Spirit lost Trinity Rodman ahead of their visit to Orlando but still emerged 1-0 winners in a rematch of November’s NWSL Championship. That leaves the Current as…
Apr 14, 2025 · 55:39
This week, Dan and Michael explore the issues for the winless Courage and Royals. Also the Pride and Current at 4-0-0 means NWSL history will be busted. And which American keeper…
Apr 7, 2025 · 1:00:31
This week, Dan and Michael are joined by Blair Newman from Equalizer to discuss the state of the NWSL and its clubs as they break for the FIF window. This is a public episode. If…
Mar 31, 2025 · 55:03
The Pride and Current became the first teams to open 3-0-0 in the same season, Angel City pick up a win, and the Thorns and Courage are still looking for their first. This is a…
Mar 24, 2025 · 59:20
Last year’s four semifinalists went head-to-head with each other with the Pride and Current both winning away. Meanwhile, the Courage and Royals are on shaky ground early, and…
Mar 17, 2025 · 50:04
NWSL Week 1 featured a route by the Orlando Pride, a slew of 1-1 draws, and an announcement about Sydney Leroux. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with…
Mar 8, 2025 · 1:02:23
Special guest Jenna Pel joins Dan and Michael to break down the Washington Spirit’s Challenge Cup victory over the Orlando Pride. Plus Bay FC is being investigated, Sophia Wilson…
Mar 3, 2025 · 1:09:45
Which teams will make the playoffs in 2025 and which teams will fall short? In our season preview, Dan, Bekki, and Michael go team by team to guess the winners and losers of the…
Feb 24, 2025 · 55:24
This week, Bay FC makes, and defends, a controversial scouting hire, and are suddenly dealing with a dearth of goalkeeping experience. Also Denver wants input on a name and the…
Feb 10, 2025 · 54:41
This week, Dan, Bekki, and Michael ponder whether NWSL is becoming too much of a feeder league. Plus the Thorns announce a training center and offseason moves continue around the…
Feb 3, 2025 · 59:58
With all teams now officially in preseason, the moves continue to mount up. In the week’s biggest news, Denver is officially announced as the 16th franchise. Around the league,…
Jan 27, 2025 · 58:55
This week, Dan and Michael recap the 2014 NWSL Draft that marked the career births of Crystal Dunn, Julie Ertz, Vanessa DiBernardo and others. Bekki joins the discussion to break…
Jan 22, 2025 · 57:51
This week, Dan, Bekki, and Michael discuss all the latest moves in the NWSL including the re-signing of Christen Press to Angel City, Jaedyn Shaw’s surprise move to the North…
Jan 13, 2025 · 1:00:51
Dan and Michael go off the cuff to discuss Brazilians in Washington, surprising names in national team camp, the 2025 NWSL schedule footprint and more! This is a public episode.…
Jan 6, 2025 · 1:01:23
We kick off the new year discussing advanced soccer analytics with Evan Davis, co-host of the xowngoals podcast. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with…
Dec 30, 2024 · 1:00:45
For the final episode of 2024, Dan, Bekki, and Michael discuss New Year’s resolutions they would like to see for the NWSL in the new year ahead. This is a public episode. If you…
Dec 17, 2024 · 22:02
Dan and Michael fire up the mics to discuss the retirement of one of the all-time greats. Becky Sauerbrunn hung up her cleats on Tuesday. This is a public episode. If you would…
Dec 16, 2024 · 1:03:37
This week, Dan and Michael attempt to put the Orlando Pride’s 2024 NWSL Championship series into perspective. Plus more drama in Boston and could NWSL soon be more talked about…
Dec 9, 2024 · 1:00:04
In this episode, we discuss how the playoff teams made out, who seems poised to stay in the mix next season, and who might be destined for a drop down the table. The week’s…
Dec 2, 2024 · 1:00:56
With the NWSL playoffs and championship in the books, Dan, Bekki, and Michael discuss what went wrong for the 6 sides that failed to qualify. And analyze which ones are best…
Nov 25, 2024 · 1:02:33
The Orlando Pride achieved a storybook ending to their spectacular 2024 season by winning the NWSL championship against the Washington Spirit. We discuss the game, the…
Nov 18, 2024 · 1:04:52
The Spirit needed a late equalizer and penalty kicks to overcome Gotham while Marta’s turn-back-the-clock goal stood up as the game-winner in the Pride win over the Current. The…
Nov 11, 2024 · 1:00:08
It’s playoff time and as expected, the top four teams triumphed and moved onto the semifinals. That doesn’t mean there weren’t some exciting moments to discuss, including several…
Nov 4, 2024 · 1:07:58
The NWSL playoff field and quarterfinal matchups are set, trouble at Snapdragon Stadium, and the gang reveal their picks for postseason awards and Best XI. This is a public…
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