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As we reach the first international break of the season, Ellen White is joined by BBC Women's Sport Reporter Jo Currie and the Telegraph’s Women’s Football reporter Kathryn Batte to provide a half term review of the Women’s Super League. Five games in, Manchester City remain the team to beat and Arsenal’s struggles continue. The team discuss if the reigning champions can keep their momentum going and are the problems deeper than on the pitch at Arsenal who sit 10th, 10 points adrift of the league leaders. Jo also asks if London City Lionesses have lived up to the hype given their big summer transfer window and puts Ellen and Kathryn to the test in a quick fire round assessing each club’s performance so far. TIMECODES: 00:04 - Ellen White and Jo Currie are down at St. George’s Park. 01:10 - Ellen and Jo are joined by Kathryn Batte for a WSL half term review, starting with Arsenal. 11:25 - Manchester City remain the team to beat. 16:12- London City Lionesses deliver on their pre-season hype. 20:40 - Quick fire reviews of the rest of the league.

Ben and Ellen are joined by Em Sanders to dissect a fiery London derby at Stamford Bridge, where Chelsea claimed bragging rights over Arsenal. The team examine Arsenal’s early-season stumbling blocks ahead of a huge week featuring away trips to Paris FC and Manchester City. Plus, hear post-match reaction from Sonia Bompastor and Lucy Bronze, who give credit to Katie McCabe and Lexi Potter, who could be England’s next breakthrough star ahead of Sarina Wiegman’s Lionesses squad announcement on Tuesday. Ellen, Ben and Em also assess Tottenham’s unbeaten start to the WSL season and whether they can maintain their form against tougher opposition, before looking ahead to Matchday 2 of the Women’s Champions League. TIMECODES: 00:05 - Ellen and Ben are joined by Em Sanders this week! 03:57 - Chelsea beat Arsenal in a feisty encounter at Stamford Bridge. 12:30 - More frustrations for Arsenal who drop points again. 18:40 - What does the bigger picture look like for Arsenal with Paris FC and Man City up next? 22:43 - Reaction from Sonia Bompastor and Lucy Bronze. 25:30 - Praise for Katie McCabe and Lexi Potter. 29:21 - Tottenham maintain their unbeaten start to the WSL season. Can they keep it going against tougher opponents? 32:15 - Preview of match day 2 in the Women’s Champions League.

Ben Haines and Ellen White are together in the studio to break down a big weekend of domestic action and preview the return of European football! First up, the team react to Manchester City maintaining their 100% start to the WSL campaign and Lauren Hemp’s current form, before diving into Tottenham’s dominant victory over 10-player Crystal Palace. Attention then turns to Manchester United taking a massive step forward under Eva Olid against Arsenal, with special praise for their standout summer signing, Andrea Medina. The UEFA Women’s Champions League returns this week! Ben and Ellen discuss which WSL side faces the toughest draw in the league phase and whether any English team has done enough in the transfer market to bridge the gap to European royalty, Barcelona and Lyon. Plus, Chelsea star Alyssa Thompson sits down with Em Sanders to discuss her second season in London and Chelsea's European ambitions, and Bethan Woolley, Head of Women & Girls’ Football at the FAW, joins the pod to react to the huge news that Cardiff will host the 2029 UWCL final. TIMECODES: 00:05 - Ellen and Ben are together in the studio! 02:08 - Reaction to Man City maintaining their 100% start to the season. 07:40 - Olivia Holdt’s hat-trick helps Spurs thrash 10-player Palace. 09:20 - Eva Olid’s Manchester United take a big step forward against Arsenal. 13:08 - Praise for United’s new signing Andrea Medina. 16:24 - The Champions League returns this week! Which WSL side has the toughest draw? 22:56 - Chelsea’s Alyssa Thompson chats to Em Sanders. 31:33 - Ellen and Ben reflect on Alyssa’s interview and Chelsea’s European ambitions. 34:45 - Can any WSL team bridge the gap to Barcelona or Lyon on the European stage? 37:30 - Bethan Woolley, Head of Women & Girls’ Football at the FAW, joins the pod to reflect on the news Cardiff will host the 2029 UWCL final.

London City Lionesses owner and businesswoman Michele Kang joins The Football Interview to discuss her ambitious vision for women's football, from transforming London City Lionesses and signing global stars to building world-class facilities for female athletes. Michele chats to Kelly Somers about her upbringing in South Korea, how she ended up investing in women's football and her ultimate desire to close the 'indefensible' gap between girls and boys.

Ben Haines and Ellen White are back! First up, they dissect Arsenal’s frustrating goalless draw against Crystal Palace at the Emirates. Despite dominating possession, the Gunners failed to find a clinical edge in front of goal - what could dropping early points mean for their title charge? Ellen and Ben also react to Chelsea’s dominance and Manchester City maintaining their 100% start to the WSL season. Former England and Manchester United goalkeeper Siobhan Chamberlain joins the pod as the team take a deep dive into the rise of club and confederation-funded fertility care, IVF assistance, and egg-freezing options. Ellen and Siobhan examine how far the sport has progressed since their playing days and how increased fertility support and knowledge benefits players on and off the pitch. Siobhan also gives her thoughts on Manchester United’s transition period under new head coach Eva Olid, before the team react to the newly revealed 2026 Ballon d'Or Féminin shortlist. With stars like Alessia Russo and Bunny Shaw in the mix, can a WSL player finally conquer Barcelona’s dominance over the award? TIMECODES: 00:05 - Ben and Ellen are back! 01:45 - Arsenal drop points at the Emirates against Crystal Palace. 07:15 - Reaction from Georgia Stanway and Renee Slegers. 11:15 - Praise for Palace goalkeeper Pauline Peyraud-Magnin. 14:15 - Reflections on Chelsea’s dominance and Manchester City’s 100% start. 19:37 - Siobhan Chamberlain joins the pod for a special discussion on increasing fertility support in women’s football. 28:50 - More on Chelsea’s partnership with Fertility Plus. 37:15 - We get Siobhan’s thoughts on Manchester United’s period of transition. 41:52 - Reflections on the 2026 Ballon d'Or Féminin shortlist.

Burnley manager Jackie Bachteler sat down with Emma Sanders to talk about contracting sepsis and how nine months ago she was fighting for her life. The American had just joined the club to work with the women's first team and men's academy but three weeks later, Bachteler was rushed to A&E and diagnosed with sepsis - a life-threatening illness that left her bedridden for days. Jackie talks very honestly about how it took her months to recover and she still suffers from regular post-sepsis symptoms today. Burnley host Sunderland in the WSL2 on Sunday which coincides with World Sepsis Day.

Arsenal's Kyra Cooney-Cross opens up to Jo Currie about the death of her mother two months ago. Kyra's mum was diagnosed with stage four cholangiocarcinoma, a rare and aggressive form of bile duct cancer, in January of this year. Kyra talks about navigating grief and how her mum helped her football career. Kyra returned to football after six months away from the game, but credits her teammates and the club for their support during an incredibly difficult period. If you have been affected by any of the issues in this podcast, help and support is available at BBC Action Line. https://www.bbc.co.uk/actionline

Ben and Ellen are joined by The Guardian's Tom Garry as the WSL returns! Kick off times have changed this season, what is the best time for a women's football audience to have games played? Is the Sunday evening match a good idea and who does it appeal to most? Elsewhere London City Lionesses started strongly with some of the biggest global stars in their line up, however none of their starting XI were English. Tom and Ellen debate what this means for football in England and the development of the game. Should the league be doing more to help home grown talent? Plus an investigation is under way after Crystal Palace breached a rule by using four substitution windows in their 1-0 win over Everton.   TIMECODES: 01:00 - WSL returns and so does Tom Garry! 05:30 - Kick off times 10:35 - Sunday evening debate 20:10 - London City Lionesses & United struggle 26:40 - English players in the WSL 33:50 - Good start for Man City but enough to compete in Europe? 37:00 - Palace breaking subs rule

Em Sanders is at Anfield for the final stop of our media day tour before the WSL season kicks off on Friday! First up, Gareth Taylor sits down with Em to discuss consistent behaviours on and off the pitch, having a full pre-season with the squad, and his passion for gardening. Scottish midfielder Sam Kerr also drops by to reflect on her leadership style and driving standards in the squad. Plus, two summer arrivals join the pod. England goalkeeper Khiara Keating talks reuniting with Gareth Taylor, maturing on and off the pitch, and her ambitions with both Liverpool and the Lionesses, while Sara Agrež discusses her defensive attributes and inspiring the next generation of young girls in Slovenia. TIMECODES:
00:04 - Em Sanders is at Anfield for the final media day diary episode! 00:39 - Gareth Taylor interview. 15:35 - Sam Kerr interview. 21:45 - Khiara Keating interview. 30:47- Sara Agrež interview.

The Women's Super League is back on Friday and Ellen White and Ben Haines have returned for a new season of the Women's Football Weekly! Ellen shares her thoughts on the biggest summer transfers, plus Em Sanders joins the pod to take a closer look at some of the under-the-radar signings that could quietly define the campaign. The team also looks ahead to a massive opening night under the lights in Bromley, where headline-making London City Lionesses kick off the season against a Manchester United side starting a new era under head coach Eva Olid. Plus, the panel reacts to Dario Vidosic's shock departure from Brighton and evaluate the swift succession plan that brought in new manager Arturo Ruiz. While many European stars enjoyed a rare extended summer break, the major tournament action continued in Morocco for an unforgettable Women's Africa Cup of Nations. Ali Howorth stops by to give us the lowdown on the tournament, including Cameroon's historic first-ever title win. To wrap things up, Ellen gives us her pre-season predictions - so look away now, Lauren Hemp! TIMECODES: 00:05 - Ben Haines and Ellen White are back! 03:13 - Parish notices ahead of the new season. 05:50 - Ellen gives her reaction to the big moves of the summer. 10:17 - Em Sanders joins the pod to chat under the radar transfers. 18:21 - London City Lionesses v Manchester United preview. 25:28 - Brighton v Arsenal preview after the departure of Dario Vidošić. 34:24 - WAFCON 2026 review with Ali Howorth. 43:06 - Ellen gives her pre-season predictions.

Ben Haines is down at Hotspur Way for the next stop of our media day tour! With Tottenham’s summer transfer business signalling serious ambition, head coach Martin Ho sits down with Ben to discuss being talked about as genuine WSL contenders, plus how meditation and golf help him decompress off the pitch. Two of Spurs’ high-profile summer arrivals also drop by. Vic Pelova reflects on making the rare move across North London, their pre-season camp in Spain, and rediscovering her best self. Plus, Kirsty Hanson, the WSL’s third-highest goalscorer last season, discusses building on that form and what drew her to Spurs’ style of play. Rounding things off, Norwegian duo Tinka Tandberg and Signe Gaupset heap praise on each other, discuss embracing the hype around Spurs and celebrate their connection with the fans. TIMECODES: 00:05 - Ben Haines is down at Hotspur Way! 01:09 - Martin Ho interview. 15:42 - Vic Pelova interview. 27:09 - Kirsty Hanson interview. 33:27 - Signe Gaupset and Tinka Tandberg interview.

Ben Haines is back, and back on the road, this time down in Kent for the London City Lionesses media day. New signing Mary Earps joins Ben to discuss her return to the WSL and overcoming setbacks, while head coach Eder Maestre breaks down club culture, playing identity, and viewing Alexia Putellas as his extension on the pitch. Plus, Freya Godfrey returns to chat about squad bonding, personal growth, and her improving Spanish. Izzy Goodwin opens up about her newfound love for Fortnite, her infection energy, and tries to clear up whether she’s Izzy or Isobel. Jana Fernandez reflects on a much-needed summer break, exploring British supermarkets, and bringing famous friends to the club, before Alanna Kennedy rounds things off by discussing consistency in the number six role and the squad's ambitions for the season ahead. TIMECODES: 00:04 - Ben Haines is back on the road! 01:32 - Mary Earps interview. 10:12 - Eder Maestre interview. 18:15 - Freya Godfrey interview. 28:08 - Izzy Goodwin interview. 38:40 - Jana Fernandez interview. 53:00 - Alanna Kennedy interview.

Jo Currie picks up the media day baton at Carrington to catch up with five members of the Manchester United squad. Last summer’s star signing Fridolina Rolfö kicks things off by reflecting on her first season in Manchester and introducing the squad to the Swedish ritual of Fika. January arrival Lea Schüller discusses settling in, United's tough start to the season, and her unexpected love for the inner ring road, while Julia Zigiotti Olme breaks down leadership styles, her best friend's wedding, and the benefits of having a strong Swedish core in a World Cup year. Dominique Janssen checks in to talk Midsummer celebrations, her defensive partnership with Maya Le Tissier, and the WSL's rapid growth since 2015. Finally, the third and final member of our Swedish trio, Hanna Lundkvist, joins to cover Bananagram battles, growing up on Djurö, an island in the Stockholm Archipelago, and how she would celebrate a winning goal. TIMECODES: 00:04 - The media day tour continues, with Jo Currie picking up the baton! 01:17 - Fridolina Rolfö interview. 11:30 - Lea Schüller interview. 20:53 - Julia Zigiotti Olme interview. 30:38 - Dominique Janssen interview. 41:33 - Hanna Lundkvist interview.

The Media Day Diaries continue as Ben Haines heads to Cobham Training Centre, the home of Chelsea Football Club. First up, Ellie Carpenter chats about her debut season at the club, reuniting with Melvine Malard, and her love of playing at Stamford Bridge. Lucy Bronze and her golden mic are back on the pod to discuss extending her contract and the highlight of her summer in Colombia. Plus, Lauren James sits down with Ben to talk about coming out of her shell, sharpening her mindset, and supporting her brother Reece at the World Cup. Keira Walsh is also back on the pod! She chats to Ben about having close friend Georgia Stanway nearby in London, the influx of star players to the WSL, and being part of the chasing pack this season. After 11 years at Arsenal, new signing Katie McCabe opens up about her reasons for moving to Chelsea and why she thinks this will be the best WSL season yet. Head coach Sonia Bompastor caps off the episode by reflecting on the lessons learned last season, the value of player versatility, and her love of cycling. TIMECODES: 00:04 - Ben Haines is back on the road! 01:15 - Ellie Carpenter interview. 09:05 - Lucy Bronze interview. 19:17 - Lauren James interview. 28:30 - Keira Walsh interview. 39:35 - Katie McCabe interview. 52:25 - Sonia Bompastor interview.

Ben Haines is back on the road and this time he's at the home of reigning WSL champions, Manchester City. After 9 years at Arsenal, new signing Beth Mead kicks things off to chat new environments, moving back up north and being suited to Man City’s style of play. Vice-captain Kerstin Casparij pops by to reflect on last year’s success and becoming the hunted rather than the hunters. Head coach Andrée Jeglertz also joins Ben to talk dressing room culture, juggling Champions League football this season and his new tattoo. Vivianne Miedema is back on the pod and chats to Ben about last season’s celebrations, enhancing their attack and reveals the unique place she keeps her medals! Grace Clinton tells us about how she switched off over summer, her spiritual nature and her World Cup aspirations. Plus Bunny Shaw wraps things up in style by discussing her aerial ability, another golden boot and THAT contract-extension announcement. TIMECODES: 00:04 - Ben Haines is back on the road, this time at the Etihad Campus. 00:51 - Beth Mead interview. 10:54 - Kerstin Casparij interview. 15:56 - Andrée Jeglertz interview. 26:07 - Vivianne Miedema interview. 35:38 - Grace Clinton interview. 46:23 - Bunny Shaw interview.