Episodes
Wednesday Jul 05, 2023
Last Word SC Radio: 2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup Preview
Wednesday Jul 05, 2023
Wednesday Jul 05, 2023
What's up, Internet? This week, on the Last Word SC Radio Show, Rachael Kriger and Jamie Rooke preview the upcoming 2023 FIFA Women's World Cup, which kicks off on July 20 in Australia and New Zealand.
First and foremost, they discuss the nine teams battling with their federations, including Nigeria, South Africa, Jamaica and England. After, Jamie and Rachael preview their respective nation's teams, England and the United States.
How much should England depend on Rachel Daly? How will the injuries affect the Lionesses' chances at a World Cup title? And for the United States, does form actually matter to Vlatko Andonovski? Should fans be worried about the lack of defense, including only two natural center backs.
Then, Rachael and Jamie discuss underdog teams, like Haiti and Zambia, while also picking players who could surprise in the tournament. Finally, the two wrap up the show with picks, including Player of the Tournament, Golden Boot and who will win the FIFA Women's World Cup. Will the USWNT go for a three-peat?
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Tuesday Mar 14, 2023
Last Word SC Radio: 2023 NWSL Season Preview Podcast
Tuesday Mar 14, 2023
Tuesday Mar 14, 2023
What's up, Internet? On this week's episode of Last Word Soccer Club Radio, Rachael Kriger and Dan Sperry get together to chat all things NWSL, ahead of the 2023 season. The new season kicks off on March 25.
Rachael and Dan split the teams and break down all 12 sides, highlighting key players to watch and the eye-turning moves of the offseason. Dan talks about why everyone wants to join the Kansas City Current and Rachael tells listeners why they should believe in the Orlando Pride and Racing Louisville.
Later, the two break down their way-too-early NWSL end of the season awards, including MVP and Coach of the Year, while also giving their picks for who will make the playoffs.
For last words, Dan and Rachael encourage fans to check out their local NWSL teams, and potentially travel for a game or two. Enjoy the NWSL season, fans. We know that we will!
Thursday Mar 02, 2023
Thursday Mar 02, 2023
What's up, Internet? We've got a special episode for you all. Rachael Kriger, our lead Seattle Sounders writer, has an exclusive interview with Megan Young, the strength and conditioning coach for the Sounders.
The two spoke about Megan's experience and she started working in athletic training, and then moving to strength and conditioning. They discussed Megan's journey as a cancer survivor and her time with the Chicago Red Stars of the National Women's Soccer League. Also, Megan and Rachael had some fun, with questions about goalkeepers she could sneak a penalty pass and who her go-to teammates would be in a game of soccer tennis.
You can follow Megan on Instagram, @coachmegastrong.
Friday May 20, 2022
Last Word SC Radio: Contenders and Pretenders, UWCL Chatter
Friday May 20, 2022
Friday May 20, 2022
What's up, Internet? On this women's soccer episode of Last Word Soccer Club Radio, Rachael Kriger and Trebor Tracy are back at the microphones and talking all things NWSL, U.S. Soccer and preview the upcoming UWCL Final between Barcelona and Lyon.
The two break down four teams in two categories: contenders and pretenders. Be sure to like, subscribe and review our show and the podcast!
Monday Dec 20, 2021
Monday Dec 20, 2021
The NWSL Expansion Draft and the 2022 NWSL College Draft delivered some big trades and major surprises, along with controversy as well. I guess you could say there was a little bit of everything.
Rachael Kriger joins Sean and Erik to discuss the big happenings, the trades, some of the players drafted, and also the controversy that ensued afterward involving the Portland Thorns as well. Not to mention, the news of NWSL now taking on United States Women's National Team salaries and the NWSL schedule framework too.
Major League Soccer also ushered in a new team in Charlotte FC and they had an Expansion Draft as well, although trades made it to where they actually wound up only picking three players ultimately. But on the bright side, a largely MLS-based squad helped the United States Men's National Team get to 17 wins on the year with a 1-0 over Bosnia Herzegovina. Although the game wasn't much to talk about, Jordan Morris certainly had some nice moments at least.
Also, USMNT players could be on the move in the January Transfer Window with Barcelona looking to move Serginio Dest, but actually want Christian Pulisic? Would it be a good fit for him in Barcelona? What about Ricardo Pepi at Atletico Madrid? And could Weston McKennie join Tottenham too?
Thursday Dec 16, 2021
Last Word SC Radio: NWSL Trades, Expansion Draft, and More!
Thursday Dec 16, 2021
Thursday Dec 16, 2021
What's up Internet? In this special NWSL-only episode of Last Word SC Radio, Rachael Kriger and Trebor Tracy discuss all the latest happenings throughout the league ahead of the Expansion Draft for the for San Diego Wave FC and Angel City FC and the (regular) Draft. The two discuss recent trades, head coaching hires, and who they think will join the two new clubs.
Monday Dec 13, 2021
NYCFC MLS Cup Champions, Alex Morgan to San Diego Wave
Monday Dec 13, 2021
Monday Dec 13, 2021
Friday Dec 03, 2021
The Ralf Rangnick Era Begins at Man United, MLS Conference Finals Are Set!
Friday Dec 03, 2021
Friday Dec 03, 2021
On the other side of the pond, Manchester United has their man for the interim job as Ralf Rangnick joins the Red Devils to finish the season. Is the father of the Gengen Press the right man to see things out? Should Ronaldo be concerned due to this drastic change in style? And will this actually galvanize the players to be more cohesive and actually play like a team? Plus, thoughts on the most recent game against Arsenal and Michael Carrick saying goodbye to the club.
Despite losing their star man Taty Castellanos to a late second yellow card, NYCFC soldiered on and put their foot down in penalties to make their first-ever Eastern Conference finals appearance and oust the record-breaking supporters shield winners New England Revolution in the process. Now the MLS playoffs Semi-Finals are set with Portland and Real Salt Lake set to square off on one side and the Philadelphia Union matchup against NYCFC on the other.
Plus, the Intercontinental and European playoffs for crucial spots in the 2022 World Cup have been drawn. How are excited are CONCACAF at what's transpired? And should Portugal and Italy feel wronged? Or are their results more to blame?
Some good and very bad for the NWSL since the end of the season with a terrible revelation that now-former Chicago Red Stars coach Rory Dames emotionally and verbally abused players. Will this finally lead to changes in the way teams pick their head coaches? There were at least some big trades already and the United States Women's National Team won and drew in their series against Australia too.
Monday Nov 22, 2021
Ole Gunnar Solskjaer Out! Washington Spirit Win NWSL Championship
Monday Nov 22, 2021
Monday Nov 22, 2021
It has finally happened, Manchester United ripped off the band-aid and deliver the message, Ole Gunnar Solskjaer Out! After their 4-1 loss to Watford. However, this goes beyond just one result, it has been a long time coming. Sean and Erik go through the game, the talk from the players, Ole himself, and this idea of two interim managers and who in the world would want to come to take the job from Michael Carrick, and of course who winds up the next full manager for the club.
The Washington Spirit fulfilled their tagline as the "Team of Destiny" as Trinity Rodman willed the team to victory with two important setups that turned into the two goals that gave The Spirit a 2-1 win over the Chicago Red Stars. The Spirit now become the 5th team to win the NWSL Championship and now attention turns to the off-season where an expansion draft looms as well.
All of this, plus NBC retaining the rights to the English Premier League for another six years after they paid 2.7 Billion to stave off approaches from CBS, ESPN, and even Warner Media. FIFA has made a big change to the Intercontinental Playoffs and more.
Tuesday Nov 09, 2021
Tuesday Nov 09, 2021
There is a lot to get to in this episode that is, unfortunately, a day later than expected, but nonetheless, the playoffs are happening for the NWSL and MLS has reached Decision Day where now everything is set for their playoffs too.
Sean Garmer and Erik Watkins go through the ups and downs of some of the teams including Erik's own Orlando City making it in and D.C. United narrowly missing out. Although Sean's FC Dallas has long been eliminated, he still finds some interesting things to discuss, along with the two big games in NWSL as well.
Of course, the US Men's National Team Squad has been named for the two games coming up against Mexico and Jamaica. Are there are any surprises? Any big misses? And any players that are question marks?
Plus, the US Men's U-20 Squad gets a new coach and starts playing pretty soon in the Revelations Cup, FOX owns major National team soccer almost with their big grab of everything UEFA, the Manchester United Moment, and more!
Timestamps:
(1:20) MLS Decision Day 2021
(23:15) NWSL Playoffs 2021
(28:35) USMNT WCQ November Squad
(48:40) US Men's U-20 New Coach and Squad for Revelations Cup
(54:00) FOX Gets Rights to Everything UEFA from 2022 to EURO 2028
(1:03:30) Manchester United Moment: Two Games, Same Ole United