Ali & Kelley react to the USWNT's comeback against Spain and what it means for the 2027 World Cup roster. Ashley Sanchez delivers another huge performance, Mallory Swanson reminds everyone why she's one of the best in the world, and Emma Hayes has some BIG decisions to make ahead of World Cup qualifying. Plus, the NWSL playoff race is getting absolutely INSANE. Angel City pulls off a dramatic comeback against Denver Summit, Gotham's Shield hopes take a hit after a loss to Washington Spirit, and Portland, Seattle, North Carolina, and Denver are all fighting for their playoff lives. With just two games left, Kelley and Ali are completely ADDICTED TO THE TABLE. Kelley and Ali also debut the Time Wasting Tactical Board to break down Lindsey Heaps' incredible goal and Marta's ridiculous assist, react to the announcement of the new Arthur Blank Crest Cup, and reveal some exciting details about the first-ever Time Wasting LIVE show in Washington, DC! Chapters 00:00 Introduction 03:09 USWNT vs. Spain Takeaways 06:37 World Cup Roster Decisions 10:54 Inside Denver Summit 19:32 Angel City's CRAZY Comeback 23:36 NWSL Playoff Race CHAOS 24:45 Gotham's Shield Race Trouble 28:59 Seattle & San Diego Surge 30:03 Portland's Playoff Problems 31:16 Breaking Down Lindsey Heaps’s BANGER 34:41 Marta Is STILL Magical 40:16 Time Wasting LIVE Announcement 43:26 The Arthur Blank Crest Cup 47:25 Alright, Bet 52:31 Addicted to the Table Hat WINNERS Just Women’s Sports is the leading digital media platform dedicated exclusively to women’s sports. In a world where women’s sports have been historically underfunded and under-promoted, Just Women’s Sports exists to shine a light on all the stories, athletes and moments that define and fuel the space. Through original podcasts, premium video programming, social media, editorial content, a newsletter, and exclusive merchandise and live events, Just Women’s Sports is committed to making it both easy and fun to be a women’s sports fan. Listen to Time Wasting here: Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/time-wasting/id1522055041 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6RTMyWpdSBY9I4vO528qX3?si=4ffbdaf315814b19&nd=1&dlsi=8ead3e4fd463490d iHeart: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-time-wasting-68461888/ Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/a6f36ad8-f5e2-4478-8650-3f6f8805810b/time-wasting Add us on: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/timewastingpod/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/justwsports Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@timewastingpod? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ali Riley & Kelley O’Hara break down the USWNT’s 2-0 loss to Spain and what it means for the team heading toward the 2027 World Cup. Spain’s clinical finishing was on full display, but Kelley isn’t hitting the panic button just yet. What needs to change before the rematch, who needs to step up, and why does this team need a few more... BITCHES?! Then it’s time to get ADDICTED TO THE TABLE! With just three NWSL games remaining, Gotham is closing in on the Shield, the playoff bubble is an absolute MESS, and Angel City, Seattle, Denver, and Utah are fighting for their postseason lives. Plus, with the NWSL season nearing its end we have to find a new table to feed our addiction! Ali & Kelley dig into the WSL standings, Arsenal’s shocking struggles, and their early Women’s Champions League predictions. Chapters 00:00 Introduction 03:04 Ali Wins the Bet 04:51 Honoring Crystal Dunn 08:56 USWNT Rocked by Spain 12:11 Spain's Clinical Finishing 16:48 Missing USWNT Stars 18:33 WE NEED BITCHES 20:20 Looking Ahead to Game 2 24:50 Lineup Questions 26:51 Addicted to the Table 31:30 The Playoff Bubble 36:48 Alright, Bet 39:01 WSL Table Takes 45:27 Arsenal in TENTH?! Just Women’s Sports is the leading digital media platform dedicated exclusively to women’s sports. In a world where women’s sports have been historically underfunded and under-promoted, Just Women’s Sports exists to shine a light on all the stories, athletes and moments that define and fuel the space. Through original podcasts, premium video programming, social media, editorial content, a newsletter, and exclusive merchandise and live events, Just Women’s Sports is committed to making it both easy and fun to be a women’s sports fan. Listen to Time Wasting here: Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/time-wasting/id1522055041 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6RTMyWpdSBY9I4vO528qX3?si=4ffbdaf315814b19&nd=1&dlsi=8ead3e4fd463490d iHeart: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-time-wasting-68461888/ Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/a6f36ad8-f5e2-4478-8650-3f6f8805810b/time-wasting Add us on: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/timewastingpod/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/justwsports Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@timewastingpod? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ali & Kelley are answering YOUR questions! First, they get the big one out of the way: did Ali and Kelley ever date? Then they look back on their favorite stadiums and wildest places they played, before getting into the NWSL — whether Gotham should rest players after clinching a playoff spot, why the Shield deserves more respect, and what’s really going on with the Washington Spirit. Plus Ali opens up about struggling with injuries, identity, and finding balance outside of soccer, while Kelley remembers the first time she arrived at a USWNT youth camp and immediately wondered if she belonged. We talk long-distance relationships as professional athletes, the places they wish they could have played, and where they’d put their own NWSL expansion teams. Chapters 00:00 Introduction 02:12 Ask Us ANYTHING 03:31 Did Ali & Kelley Ever Date?! 05:52 Favorite Stadiums We Played In 10:47 Should Gotham Rest Their Starters? 12:50 Put Some RESPECT on the NWSL Shield 16:56 What’s Going On With Washington Spirit? 20:09 When We Felt In Over Our Heads 27:26 Long-Distance Relationships as Pro Athletes 37:49 Building Our Own NWSL Franchise 40:51 BIGGEST Trash Talker We Ever Faced 45:31 “Glazed Donut” vs. “Mrs. Potato Head” 47:15 Our Favorite Things About Every NWSL City 56:33 Alright, Bet Just Women’s Sports is the leading digital media platform dedicated exclusively to women’s sports. In a world where women’s sports have been historically underfunded and under-promoted, Just Women’s Sports exists to shine a light on all the stories, athletes and moments that define and fuel the space. Through original podcasts, premium video programming, social media, editorial content, a newsletter, and exclusive merchandise and live events, Just Women’s Sports is committed to making it both easy and fun to be a women’s sports fan. Listen to Time Wasting here: Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/time-wasting/id1522055041 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6RTMyWpdSBY9I4vO528qX3?si=4ffbdaf315814b19&nd=1&dlsi=8ead3e4fd463490d iHeart: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-time-wasting-68461888/ Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/a6f36ad8-f5e2-4478-8650-3f6f8805810b/time-wasting Add us on: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/timewastingpod/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/justwsports Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@timewastingpod? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ali Riley & Kelley O’Hara react to the USWNT roster drop! Ashley Sanchez is back with the USWNT after an incredible NWSL season, but the latest roster also comes with some big surprises. Jaedyn Shaw and Ally Sentnor are left out, Evelyn Shores gets her opportunity, and the competition for spots ahead of the 2027 World Cup is getting real. Atlanta City FC officially reveals its name and crest ahead of joining the NWSL in 2028, and Kelley shares what she’s heard about the club’s plans — including which Atlanta-connected players could eventually make sense for the roster. Plus the NWSL playoff race somehow keeps getting tighter. Angel City stays hot, Gotham keeps rolling, Ashley Sanchez continues her historic season, and the middle of the table remains complete CHAOS. Chapters 00:00 Introduction 02:51 Stanford HoF LEGEND Ali Riley 07:12 Stanford did a WHOOPS 13:16 USWNT Roster DROP 14:03 Defenders 18:16 Midfielders 22:28 Forwards 25:05 Shaw & Sentnor Snubbed? 29:52 Atlanta City FC 34:57 Who’s Playing in ATL? 38:21 ACFC STUNS Spirit 41:15 The Table Is CRAZY 42:28 Ashley Sanchez Scores 20 44:56 Pour 1 Out for the Eliminated Teams 54:16 How the Fans are Feeling 58:37 Alright, Bet Just Women’s Sports is the leading digital media platform dedicated exclusively to women’s sports. In a world where women’s sports have been historically underfunded and under-promoted, Just Women’s Sports exists to shine a light on all the stories, athletes and moments that define and fuel the space. Through original podcasts, premium video programming, social media, editorial content, a newsletter, and exclusive merchandise and live events, Just Women’s Sports is committed to making it both easy and fun to be a women’s sports fan. Listen to Time Wasting here: Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/time-wasting/id1522055041 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6RTMyWpdSBY9I4vO528qX3?si=4ffbdaf315814b19&nd=1&dlsi=8ead3e4fd463490d iHeart: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-time-wasting-68461888/ Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/a6f36ad8-f5e2-4478-8650-3f6f8805810b/time-wasting Add us on: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/timewastingpod/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/justwsports Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@timewastingpod? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ali Riley & Kelley O’Hara break down another wild NWSL weekend as Gotham becomes the first team to clinch a playoff spot! Rose Lavelle, Jordynn Dudley, and Sam Kerr are proving to be a dangerous attacking trio, Ashley Sanchez is still chasing the Golden Boot, and Kelley is FULLY on the Denver Summit bandwagon. Then, what is going on with NWSL red cards? Angel City takes down Utah in a game featuring TWO red cards, and Ali & Kelley debate the inconsistency surrounding hair-pulling incidents and what the rule actually is. Plus, San Diego Wave’s impressive win over KC Current and why nobody could see what was happening during Washington Spirit vs. Chicago Stars. And after the USWNT’s early exit from the U-20 Women’s World Cup, Ali & Kelley discuss the tournament’s scheduling controversy, the young stars missing from the roster, and whether college soccer needs to change to keep up with the next generation of professional players. Chapters 00:00 Introduction 00:38 Printers Make You an Adult 04:54 Kelley’s Doppelgänger 08:11 Shoutout To Suarez! 10:05 Ali’s Drawing 12:51 Gotham CLINCHED 15:09 Ali Called Vlatko to Chicago 17:50 Gotham’s HUGE Win In NC 21:07 Ashley Sanchez Record Watch 23:47 Is Denver Our New Favorite Team? 28:26 San Diego’s UnWAVEring Identity 31:32 Chicago’s Foggy Camera 35:36 Angel City Playing Against 9… 36:35 Hair Pulling Red Cards 41:22Paul Green to Bay FC 45:43 What to Make for US’s U-20 Loss 54:19 Alright, Bet Just Women’s Sports is the leading digital media platform dedicated exclusively to women’s sports. In a world where women’s sports have been historically underfunded and under-promoted, Just Women’s Sports exists to shine a light on all the stories, athletes and moments that define and fuel the space. Through original podcasts, premium video programming, social media, editorial content, a newsletter, and exclusive merchandise and live events, Just Women’s Sports is committed to making it both easy and fun to be a women’s sports fan. Listen to Time Wasting here: Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/time-wasting/id1522055041 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6RTMyWpdSBY9I4vO528qX3?si=4ffbdaf315814b19&nd=1&dlsi=8ead3e4fd463490d iHeart: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-time-wasting-68461888/ Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/a6f36ad8-f5e2-4478-8650-3f6f8805810b/time-wasting Add us on: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/timewastingpod/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/justwsports Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@timewastingpod? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ali Riley & Kelley O’Hara break down another chaotic NWSL weekend and a playoff race that refuses to settle down. Gotham keeps rolling, Washington Spirit suffers a shocking loss to Boston, Portland drops crucial points against Chicago, and Barbara Banda is keeping Orlando alive. Then, what is going on with NWSL coaches? Vlatko Andonovski’s sudden KC Current exit raises questions, Seb Hines and Fabrice Gautrat are out, and Ali & Kelley debate whether the league is giving coaches enough time to succeed. Plus, the Ballon d’Or snubs that don’t make sense and who should be leading the NWSL Coach of the Year Chapters 00:00 Introduction 03:25 Ali’s Best Poem Yet? 07:20 Table Check In 10:10 Barbra Banda Is the Newest HIP Signing 13:52 Is the 8th Seed Seattle’s to Lose? 16:32 Gotham Playing Some Poetic Soccer 23:37 Any Playoff Team Going to Chicago Should Get 3 Points 26:33 Cat Macario to SEI 27:53 Ballon d’Or SNUBS 36:07 Vlatko OUT in KC 40:48 Messy Breakup??? 44:18 Ali’s Conspiracy Theory 49:19 Coach of the Year Race 57:30 Alright, Bet Just Women’s Sports is the leading digital media platform dedicated exclusively to women’s sports. In a world where women’s sports have been historically underfunded and under-promoted, Just Women’s Sports exists to shine a light on all the stories, athletes and moments that define and fuel the space. Through original podcasts, premium video programming, social media, editorial content, a newsletter, and exclusive merchandise and live events, Just Women’s Sports is committed to making it both easy and fun to be a women’s sports fan. Listen to Time Wasting here: Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/time-wasting/id1522055041 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6RTMyWpdSBY9I4vO528qX3?si=4ffbdaf315814b19&nd=1&dlsi=8ead3e4fd463490d iHeart: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-time-wasting-68461888/ Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/a6f36ad8-f5e2-4478-8650-3f6f8805810b/time-wasting Add us on: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/timewastingpod/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/justwsports Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@timewastingpod? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ali Riley & Kelley O’Hara break down the biggest games from a packed NWSL weekend. Jaedyn Shaw’s incredible shross, Kenza Dali makes an instant impact in her return to the Wave, Denver puts 6 up on Chicago, and North Carolina drops a game they really needed. Is anyone putting on a better show this season than Ashley Sanchez? Could she take home Golden Boot AND MVP. And why Emma Hayes needs to have her on the USWNT roster for the friendlies against Japan. Chapters 00:00 Introduction 04:01 Kelley Wants to be SURPRISED 09:32 Jaedyn Shaw’s SHROSS 11:28 Is San Diego Gearing Up for a Run? 15:17 NC vs KC a BARN BURNER 17:02 Denver DOMINATES Chicago 18:04 Is this a Denver Summit Fan Pod? 20:43 Bubble Battle 23:33 Ashley Sanchez for Golden Boot AND MVP?! 24:44 Put Her on the USWNT Roster 28:58 Ashley Sanchez’s Skincare Routine 31:53 Ali’s Notes App Apology 37:35 Ali’s Most EVIL Prank 38:56 FIFA Play In Playoff 46:05 Alright, Bet Just Women’s Sports is the leading digital media platform dedicated exclusively to women’s sports. In a world where women’s sports have been historically underfunded and under-promoted, Just Women’s Sports exists to shine a light on all the stories, athletes and moments that define and fuel the space. Through original podcasts, premium video programming, social media, editorial content, a newsletter, and exclusive merchandise and live events, Just Women’s Sports is committed to making it both easy and fun to be a women’s sports fan. Listen to Time Wasting here: Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/time-wasting/id1522055041 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6RTMyWpdSBY9I4vO528qX3?si=4ffbdaf315814b19&nd=1&dlsi=8ead3e4fd463490d iHeart: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-time-wasting-68461888/ Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/a6f36ad8-f5e2-4478-8650-3f6f8805810b/time-wasting Add us on: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/timewastingpod/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/justwsports Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@timewastingpod? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ali Riley & Kelley O’Hara dig into all the action from a PACKED NWSL weekend. San Diego crushes Utah in a game that could have HUGE playoff implications. Ashley Sanchez takes the lead in the golden boot race with a brace against Boston. Chicago stops Lousiville’s win streak with some brilliance from Mal Swanson. Gotham and Angel City end deadlocked on Homecoming weekend. Plus Kelley gives us the lore behind one of their most EPIC Halloween costumes. Flabongos and gin buckets for all! Chapters 00:00 Introduction 03:19 San Diego CRUSHES Utah 08:43 Ali’s Perfect Poem 11:39 Ali’s IVF Update 12:54 Michelle Cooper Fined for Boots 18:40 Ashley Sanchez Leading the Golden Boot Race 21:11 Chicago Stops Louisville’s Streak 26:33 Spirit on a Skid 30:14 Gotham’s Offense Starting to Gel 34:40 Sarah Gorden and Angelina Anderson Keep Kerr Quiet 37:30 Esther Signs WHERE?! 41:55 Angel City Homecoming 52:45 Ali & Kelley’s Most EPIC Halloween 58:58 Alright, Bet Just Women’s Sports is the leading digital media platform dedicated exclusively to women’s sports. In a world where women’s sports have been historically underfunded and under-promoted, Just Women’s Sports exists to shine a light on all the stories, athletes and moments that define and fuel the space. Through original podcasts, premium video programming, social media, editorial content, a newsletter, and exclusive merchandise and live events, Just Women’s Sports is committed to making it both easy and fun to be a women’s sports fan. Listen to Time Wasting here: Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/time-wasting/id1522055041 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6RTMyWpdSBY9I4vO528qX3?si=4ffbdaf315814b19&nd=1&dlsi=8ead3e4fd463490d iHeart: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-time-wasting-68461888/ Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/a6f36ad8-f5e2-4478-8650-3f6f8805810b/time-wasting Add us on: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/timewastingpod/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/justwsports Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@timewastingpod? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ali Riley & Kelley O’Hara break down another WILD week in the NWSL. Rescinded red cards in Gotham vs KC. Bangers from Trinity Rodman, Mel Barcenas, and Ally Sentnor. The amazing goal called back on a questionable hand ball. And sneaky Louisville is still making a run despite relocation talk. We’ll get into the NWSL’s 2027 season schedule that could leave some players out in the cold. Then Ali gets real about her IVF journey and the whole Wasteland is sending her the BEST vibes for her next transfer! Plus another installment of Ali & Kelley’s friendship HERstory while Ali explains THAT picture… This episode is presented by Amazon Prime. Chapters 00:00 Introduction 03:33 Gotham vs. KC Red Card Rescinded 09:54 Denver Building an Identity 12:44 San Diego Losing Steam 14:06 Shout Out Bev’s Prediction 15:52 Louisville Never Say Die Attitude 18:47 Portland’s ALMOST Goal of the Week 20:11 Olivia Moultrie to SEI 22:21 Ally Sentnor’s Goal Called Back???? 28:39 Ally’s Sentnor’s Exposed Washington’s Defense 36:06 Which Portland Star DELIVERED? 39:35 NWSL Schedule Changes 45:05 Ali’s IVF Journey 51:27 Cameroon WAFCON Final 56:50 Ali Explains Her LORE 01:00:09 Alright, Bet Just Women’s Sports is the leading digital media platform dedicated exclusively to women’s sports. In a world where women’s sports have been historically underfunded and under-promoted, Just Women’s Sports exists to shine a light on all the stories, athletes and moments that define and fuel the space. Through original podcasts, premium video programming, social media, editorial content, a newsletter, and exclusive merchandise and live events, Just Women’s Sports is committed to making it both easy and fun to be a women’s sports fan. Listen to Time Wasting here: Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/time-wasting/id1522055041 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6RTMyWpdSBY9I4vO528qX3?si=4ffbdaf315814b19&nd=1&dlsi=8ead3e4fd463490d iHeart: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-time-wasting-68461888/ Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/a6f36ad8-f5e2-4478-8650-3f6f8805810b/time-wasting Add us on: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/timewastingpod/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/justwsports Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@timewastingpod? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ali Riley & Kelley O’Hara break down one of the craziest weekends in the NWSL EVER! Last week was all about 5 goals, this week we hit 7 goals in TWO games. Trinity Rodman led one of the greatest comebacks that never was as the Spirit fall short vs. Courage. Portland scored 3 goals in 9 minutes…and almost LOST? Gotham keeps winning despite lack of defensive depth as they sit at the top of the table. And could Utah vs Denver be the NWSL’s next great rivalry? Then what’s it like inside a team that might go under or relocate with Racing Louisville’s future up in the air. Plus another installment of Ali & Kelley’s friendship HERstory. This episode is presented by Amazon Prime. Chapters 00:00 Introduction 01:34 Ali’’s Braid Lore 05:11 Kelley Saved Emily Sonnett’s LIFE 07:57 Mic’d up with Ali Krieger at Gotham vs San Diego 12:26 Denver vs Utah, the Next Rivalry?? 16:12 Bubble Battle Get HEATED: Angel City vs. Seattle 20:43 Portland Scores 3 in 9 minutes… Then Almost Loses??? 23:33 Trinity Rodman Showing Her Championship DNA? 30:30 Spirit Didn’t Win… 33:29 Which Courage Player DELIVERED? 38:59 What’s Going on in Louisville? 40:12 Louisville’s Owner Hinting at Sale? 49:11 The Cops Getting Called on Ali & Kelley? 53:18 Alright, Bet Just Women’s Sports is the leading digital media platform dedicated exclusively to women’s sports. In a world where women’s sports have been historically underfunded and under-promoted, Just Women’s Sports exists to shine a light on all the stories, athletes and moments that define and fuel the space. Through original podcasts, premium video programming, social media, editorial content, a newsletter, and exclusive merchandise and live events, Just Women’s Sports is committed to making it both easy and fun to be a women’s sports fan. Listen to Time Wasting here: Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/time-wasting/id1522055041 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6RTMyWpdSBY9I4vO528qX3?si=4ffbdaf315814b19&nd=1&dlsi=8ead3e4fd463490d iHeart: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-time-wasting-68461888/ Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/a6f36ad8-f5e2-4478-8650-3f6f8805810b/time-wasting Add us on: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/timewastingpod/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/justwsports Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@timewastingpod? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ali Riley & Kelley O’Hara are BACK after a week off with our BIGGEST NWSL ICYMI yet! We’ll dig into a wild week of games that had us seeing 5s all over the place, including Utah silencing the Portland crowd after Sophia Wilson’s early goal with a 5-1 win over the Thorns. Gotham is dealing with some significant losses as Sonnett heads to SEI and Esther back in Spain, but we don’t think it’ll keep the Bats down. Then Kelley digs into the biggest news of the week as we break down FIFA controversial announcement and subsequent walk back of their funding plan. Plus Ali gets us caught up on her trip to Ireland. This episode is presented by Amazon Prime. Chapters 00:00 Introduction 02:40 Ali’s Trophy 05:47 A Wedding Scavenger Hunt… 09:00 Esther Leaves Gotham 15:00 Sonnett out for the Season 18:57 Anatomy of a Shross 23:14 Hope’s Direction at 2012 Olympics 26:37 BREAKING NEWS 27:49 NWSL ICYMI 30:07 Utah Scores 5 on Thorns 33:25 Ali’s BIG Surprise 36:36 Jess Fishlock & Cloé Lacasse DELIVERED 41:05 FIFA Controversy 50:21 Lu Barnes back with the Reign 54:54 Alright, Bet Just Women’s Sports is the leading digital media platform dedicated exclusively to women’s sports. In a world where women’s sports have been historically underfunded and under-promoted, Just Women’s Sports exists to shine a light on all the stories, athletes and moments that define and fuel the space. Through original podcasts, premium video programming, social media, editorial content, a newsletter, and exclusive merchandise and live events, Just Women’s Sports is committed to making it both easy and fun to be a women’s sports fan. Listen to Time Wasting here: Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/time-wasting/id1522055041 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6RTMyWpdSBY9I4vO528qX3?si=4ffbdaf315814b19&nd=1&dlsi=8ead3e4fd463490d iHeart: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-time-wasting-68461888/ Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/a6f36ad8-f5e2-4478-8650-3f6f8805810b/time-wasting Add us on: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/timewastingpod/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/justwsports Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@timewastingpod? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ali Riley & Kelley O’Hara make their waaaaaaaaaaay too early Women’s World Cup predictions… Is it 2027 yet???  After the Queens Classic, we dig into the anatomy of a rivalry, is it location, is it based on major games played? And MOST importantly what is the best rivalry in women’s soccer? Plus Gotham and Angel City CAN’T STOP WINNING! This episode is presented by Amazon Prime. Chapters 00:00 Introduction 03:16 Women’s World Cup Predictions?! 07:12 Semi-Final Predictions 12:15 The Bet was a TIE?! 17:13 Croix Bethune’s BANGER 20:21 Rose Lavelle DELIVERED 23:27 Gotham’s 9 Point Swing 29:47 Angel City stacking Shutouts 31:14 Anatomy of a Rivalry 42:59The Greatest Rivalry in Women’s Soccer 49:36 Alright, Bet Just Women’s Sports is the leading digital media platform dedicated exclusively to women’s sports. In a world where women’s sports have been historically underfunded and under-promoted, Just Women’s Sports exists to shine a light on all the stories, athletes and moments that define and fuel the space. Through original podcasts, premium video programming, social media, editorial content, a newsletter, and exclusive merchandise and live events, Just Women’s Sports is committed to making it both easy and fun to be a women’s sports fan. Listen to Time Wasting here: Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/time-wasting/id1522055041 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6RTMyWpdSBY9I4vO528qX3?si=4ffbdaf315814b19&nd=1&dlsi=8ead3e4fd463490d iHeart: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-time-wasting-68461888/ Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/a6f36ad8-f5e2-4478-8650-3f6f8805810b/time-wasting Add us on: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/timewastingpod/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/justwsports Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@timewastingpod? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ali Riley & Kelley O’Hara break down 3 of the biggest NWSL matches of the weekend, and tell you which player DELIVERED the biggest win of the week. With Gotham’s roster already loaded with stars, and Sam Kerr set to debut, who’s starting? Ally Sentnor has Angel City cooking, and Orlando is back in the win column! Then Kelley breaks down the USWNT & USMNT split of World Cup prize money, and how the long fight for equality has gotten them here. Plus Kelley and Poppi take Wimbledon! This episode is presented by Amazon Prime. Chapters 00:00 Introduction 01:37 USMNT & USWNT Split World Cup Money 03:45 FIFA Make Men’s & Women’s World Cup Prize Money Equal??? 07:15 Ali Lost the Bet 08:44 Ali’s Paint Ball Disaster! 13:27 Competitive Board Games with the USWNT 15:30 Marta’s Back on the Score Sheet 20:07 Kelley Got Bean Boozled 21:20 Ally Sentnor Has Angel City HOT 24:47 Gotham’s Star Studded Roster 26:59 Queens Classic 31:42 Esther DELIVERED 34:48 Ali Takes Sideline Reported SERIOUSLY 40:09 The Hardest Type of Broadcasting? 45:14 Critiquing Former Teammates & Friends 48:58 Not Kelley Crying About Taking Poppi to Wimbledon 52:30 Ali’s World Cup Game Didn’t Go as Planned… 55:09 Alright, Bet Just Women’s Sports is the leading digital media platform dedicated exclusively to women’s sports. In a world where women’s sports have been historically underfunded and under-promoted, Just Women’s Sports exists to shine a light on all the stories, athletes and moments that define and fuel the space. Through original podcasts, premium video programming, social media, editorial content, a newsletter, and exclusive merchandise and live events, Just Women’s Sports is committed to making it both easy and fun to be a women’s sports fan. Listen to Time Wasting here: Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/time-wasting/id1522055041 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6RTMyWpdSBY9I4vO528qX3?si=4ffbdaf315814b19&nd=1&dlsi=8ead3e4fd463490d iHeart: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-time-wasting-68461888/ Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/a6f36ad8-f5e2-4478-8650-3f6f8805810b/time-wasting Add us on: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/timewastingpod/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/justwsports Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@timewastingpod? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ali Riley & Kelley O’Hara dig into all the action from the first full week back in the NWSL. Ali takes us through a little NWSL ICYMI, Portland cruising, Emma Sears’s trade request, and Trinity Rodman delivering in the biggest moment of the weekend with a stoppage time thriller. Not to mention some new rules, including a digital code of conduct for fans. Plus Folarin Balogun’s red card suspension was suspended as the USMNT fall to Belgium. Kelley and Ali take us through why this wasn’t a controversial decision and the previously suspended red cards. Chapters 00:00 Introduction 02:11 Angel City Flying Back from Break 06:49 NWSL ICYMI 07:34 Manaka Heads to Chelsea 08:22 3 Braces??? 08:56 Croix and Cooper the Sugar & Spice 09:57 Portland is CRUISING 13:10 Ali a teen mom??? 14:17 Chicago Upsets Utah 17:33 Emma Sears Requesting a Trade 19:19 New Time Wasting Rules 25:22 Trinity Rodman DELIVERED 28:48 Red Card Reversal 32:16 Folarin Balogun Post Game Comments 34:47 More Suspended Red Cards 37:36 USMNT Doomed by Headlines? 38:31 Winning Down a Man 42:37 Getting Banned from NWSL for Tweets? 46:28 Alright, Bet Just Women’s Sports is the leading digital media platform dedicated exclusively to women’s sports. In a world where women’s sports have been historically underfunded and under-promoted, Just Women’s Sports exists to shine a light on all the stories, athletes and moments that define and fuel the space. Through original podcasts, premium video programming, social media, editorial content, a newsletter, and exclusive merchandise and live events, Just Women’s Sports is committed to making it both easy and fun to be a women’s sports fan. Listen to Time Wasting here: Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/time-wasting/id1522055041 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6RTMyWpdSBY9I4vO528qX3?si=4ffbdaf315814b19&nd=1&dlsi=8ead3e4fd463490d iHeart: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-time-wasting-68461888/ Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/a6f36ad8-f5e2-4478-8650-3f6f8805810b/time-wasting Add us on: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/timewastingpod/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/justwsports Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@timewastingpod? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ali Riley & Kelley O’Hara get into their favorite moments from the men’s World Cup, Gotham’s Challenge Cup victory over KC Current, and our manifestations for the second half of the NWSL season. And while the world is waiting for Catarina Macario to make her return from injury, Kelley and Ali get real about their previous injuries, the difficult reality of being an injured athlete, and dealing with your mental health. Plus Ali & Kelley friendship HER-story: Streaking in the Stanford Quad?! LOVE WHO YOU WANT AND WATCH WOMEN’S SPORTS - The Pride Collection Buy the Merch - https://shop.justwomenssports.com/collections/pride Chapters 00:00 Introduction 02:21 Mens World Cup 06:40 Fandom FREAKS! 09:57 Women Taking Over the Mens World Cup! 10:49 NWSL Challenge Cup Bet 13:53 Gotham Tops KC 16:23 AKB’s Chops KC Forward 21:27 Kelley’s Decision Day Pitch 24:28 Ali’s NWSL Season Manifestations 27:41 Sam Kerr and Lindsey Heaps Making their Returns 29:04 BRUTAL Injuries 33:29 Fighting Mental Health Difficulties as an Athlete 36:47 The First Time Ali Realized She Wasn’t “Okay” 45:24 Streaking at Stanford?! 51:00 Alright, Bet Just Women’s Sports is the leading digital media platform dedicated exclusively to women’s sports. In a world where women’s sports have been historically underfunded and under-promoted, Just Women’s Sports exists to shine a light on all the stories, athletes and moments that define and fuel the space. Through original podcasts, premium video programming, social media, editorial content, a newsletter, and exclusive merchandise and live events, Just Women’s Sports is committed to making it both easy and fun to be a women’s sports fan. Listen to Time Wasting here: Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/time-wasting/id1522055041 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6RTMyWpdSBY9I4vO528qX3?si=4ffbdaf315814b19&nd=1&dlsi=8ead3e4fd463490d iHeart: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-time-wasting-68461888/ Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/a6f36ad8-f5e2-4478-8650-3f6f8805810b/time-wasting Add us on: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/timewastingpod/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/justwsports Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@timewastingpod? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ali Riley & Kelley O’Hara dig into the BIGGEST NWSL transfer shockers including a potential reunion for Sam Kerr & Gotham. Plus Angel City’s chaotic week, Kennedy Fuller to Bay, Alex Straus OUT, and Ally Sentnor is the newest Angel. Then Kelley tells the iconic story of how she got subbed in to the 2015 World Cup semifinal against Germany because Jill Ellis “needed a bitch.” Plus more about Kelley’s on field personality… no friends on the field. JWS Challenge Cup Trivia - https://www.eventbrite.com/e/just-womens-sports-trivia-night-presented-by-ally-tickets-1987615192546?aff=youtubeTLS LOVE WHO YOU WANT AND WATCH WOMEN’S SPORTS - The Pride Collection Buy the Merch - https://shop.justwomenssports.com/collections/pride Chapters 00:00 Introduction 04:50 JWS Challenge Cup Trivia 05:15 Transfer DRAMA 05:57 Sam Kerr to Gotham?! 10:01 Kennedy Fuller to Bay 12:21 BIG News Day for ACFC 13:34 Alex Straus is Out 20:01 Angel City’s Next Coach? 21:46 The Newest Angel: Ally Sentnor 25:32 Lilly Reale to Boston 28:30 HAO at COMO 30:27 Lesbians in the Locker Room Lore 32:54 Kelley Greeting a Fan with a Pull Up 34:45 All Women’s Ref Team 38:46 We Need a Bitch 42:38 Kelley’s On Field Persona 52:24 Kelley is the Crazy one 53:16 Alright, Bet Just Women’s Sports is the leading digital media platform dedicated exclusively to women’s sports. In a world where women’s sports have been historically underfunded and under-promoted, Just Women’s Sports exists to shine a light on all the stories, athletes and moments that define and fuel the space. Through original podcasts, premium video programming, social media, editorial content, a newsletter, and exclusive merchandise and live events, Just Women’s Sports is committed to making it both easy and fun to be a women’s sports fan. Listen to Time Wasting here: Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/time-wasting/id1522055041 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6RTMyWpdSBY9I4vO528qX3?si=4ffbdaf315814b19&nd=1&dlsi=8ead3e4fd463490d iHeart: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-time-wasting-68461888/ Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/a6f36ad8-f5e2-4478-8650-3f6f8805810b/time-wasting Add us on: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/timewastingpod/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/justwsports Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@timewastingpod? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

WELCOME TO THE TIME WASTING PRIDE EPISODE! Kelley O’Hara talks about her 2019 World Cup Kiss that broke the internet, and what it means to be a leader in a queer space. Plus Ali shows us what it really means to be an ally. LOVE WHO YOU WANT AND WATCH WOMEN’S SPORTS Buy the Merch - https://shop.justwomenssports.com/collections/pride Chapters 00:00 Introduction 02:05 The Pride Episode 05:25 USWNT vs Brazil 10:22 Kelley’s Bet Payup 12:46 Kelley’s World Cup KISS 17:44 Jersey is in the Smithsonian 20:08 Kelley’s Boyfriend 23:05 Ally Riley 25:49 Ali’s World Cup Pride Nails 30:24 Why Being an Ally is Important 31:15 Being an LGBTQ+ Leader 34:14 Meet Cute 39:16 Alright, Bet Just Women’s Sports is the leading digital media platform dedicated exclusively to women’s sports. In a world where women’s sports have been historically underfunded and under-promoted, Just Women’s Sports exists to shine a light on all the stories, athletes and moments that define and fuel the space. Through original podcasts, premium video programming, social media, editorial content, a newsletter, and exclusive merchandise and live events, Just Women’s Sports is committed to making it both easy and fun to be a women’s sports fan. Listen to Time Wasting here: Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/time-wasting/id1522055041 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6RTMyWpdSBY9I4vO528qX3?si=4ffbdaf315814b19&nd=1&dlsi=8ead3e4fd463490d iHeart: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-time-wasting-68461888/ Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/a6f36ad8-f5e2-4478-8650-3f6f8805810b/time-wasting Add us on: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/timewastingpod/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/justwsports Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@timewastingpod? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ali Riley & Kelley O’Hara break down the aftermath of the USWNT’s loss to Brazil. Heavy pressure and intense physicality got the best of the US, but can they pull it together for game 2? We can’t talk about Brazil without shouting out the GOAT, and Ali/Kelley’s former teammate, Marta! Plus Kelley takes us to set piece school, and shows us what went right or wrong on some of the key set piece goals this NWSL season. Just Women's Sports Pride Merch: https://shop.justwomenssports.com/collections/pride Chapters 00:00 Introduction 02:19 Why to NOT Marry a Man… 05:59 Ali’s BEAUTIFUL Drawing 08:09 Lore Behind Kelley & Cam’s Pic 11:04 USWNT Falls to Brazil’s INTENSITY 14:21 Player of the Game: Sophia Wilson 16:00 Is it Good USWNT Lost? 18:38 Ali’s Marta Stories 24:40 Not Bev Wearing Marta’s Jersey 27:29 FC Gold Pride was STACKED 33:20 Set Piece School with Kelley 36:29 MA Vignola Goal vs. Bay 40:02 Barbara Banda vs. Spirit 49:13 Alright, Bet Just Women’s Sports is the leading digital media platform dedicated exclusively to women’s sports. In a world where women’s sports have been historically underfunded and under-promoted, Just Women’s Sports exists to shine a light on all the stories, athletes and moments that define and fuel the space. Through original podcasts, premium video programming, social media, editorial content, a newsletter, and exclusive merchandise and live events, Just Women’s Sports is committed to making it both easy and fun to be a women’s sports fan. Listen to Time Wasting here: Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/time-wasting/id1522055041 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6RTMyWpdSBY9I4vO528qX3?si=4ffbdaf315814b19&nd=1&dlsi=8ead3e4fd463490d iHeart: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-time-wasting-68461888/ Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/a6f36ad8-f5e2-4478-8650-3f6f8805810b/time-wasting Add us on: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/timewastingpod/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/justwsports Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@timewastingpod? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ali Riley & Kelley O’Hara look ahead to USWNT’s friendlies against Brazil and revisit the biggest moments in their rivalry. Including the EPIC 2011 Quarter Final that lead to Megan Rapinoe’s insane cross to Abby Wambach sending the game to penalties and a USWNT WIN. Ali & Kelley take us through their soccer journeys and how they made their transitions from wingers to fullbacks in very different ways. Plus Ali takes us around the grounds for what she calls ECYMI, and what the rest of a us call a Women’s Soccer ICYMI. Chapters 00:00 Introduction 02:38 Ali at the Pit Bull Concert 06:41 Ali’s Pickup Attempt 10:27 Kelley’s Pickup Inspiration 13:10 USWNT Roster Drop 18:29 US vs Brazil Rivalry 25:13 2011 World Cup Quarter Final 30:18 Marta is THE Goat 32:33 Ali’s Transition to Fullback 38:32 Why Kelley Moved to Fullback 44:17 Ali’s ICYMI (Around the Ground) 54:06 Quick NWSL Hits 01:00:22 Alright, Bet Just Women’s Sports is the leading digital media platform dedicated exclusively to women’s sports. In a world where women’s sports have been historically underfunded and under-promoted, Just Women’s Sports exists to shine a light on all the stories, athletes and moments that define and fuel the space. Through original podcasts, premium video programming, social media, editorial content, a newsletter, and exclusive merchandise and live events, Just Women’s Sports is committed to making it both easy and fun to be a women’s sports fan. Listen to Time Wasting here: Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/time-wasting/id1522055041 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6RTMyWpdSBY9I4vO528qX3?si=4ffbdaf315814b19&nd=1&dlsi=8ead3e4fd463490d iHeart: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-time-wasting-68461888/ Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/a6f36ad8-f5e2-4478-8650-3f6f8805810b/time-wasting Add us on: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/timewastingpod/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/justwsports Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@timewastingpod? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ali Riley & Kelley O’Hara answer your questions while they’re in Oslo for the UWCL Final, for a very special fan-centric episode. We talk fitness test horror stories, the evolution of the women’s game, the origin story of Time Wasting, and MORE! Plus find out who DELIVERED in the midweek games. This episode is presented by Amazon Prime. Chapters 00:00 Introduction 03:26 Barcelona vs. Lyon 05:30 Most DREADED Fitness Test 07:54 The Mile Repeat… 10:53 USWNT Fitness Tests 15:40 Difference between Europe & US 17:42 Beep Test Anxiety 18:46 The Origin of Time Wasting 22:31 Ending our Careers at the Right Time 23:37 Gisele Thompson DELIVERED 28:37 Rapid Fire Questions 28:55 What super power we want? 30:21 More NWSL vs. UEFA? 32:13 Highlight of UWCL? 34:24 How we Stayed Best Friends for DECADES 37:27 Favorite Health Hack and IVF 41:35 What were our College Majors? 44:27 Which NWSL Team We’d LOVE to Play for… 45:55 Alright, Bet Just Women’s Sports is the leading digital media platform dedicated exclusively to women’s sports. In a world where women’s sports have been historically underfunded and under-promoted, Just Women’s Sports exists to shine a light on all the stories, athletes and moments that define and fuel the space. Through original podcasts, premium video programming, social media, editorial content, a newsletter, and exclusive merchandise and live events, Just Women’s Sports is committed to making it both easy and fun to be a women’s sports fan. Listen to Time Wasting here: Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/time-wasting/id1522055041 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6RTMyWpdSBY9I4vO528qX3?si=4ffbdaf315814b19&nd=1&dlsi=8ead3e4fd463490d iHeart: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-time-wasting-68461888/ Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/a6f36ad8-f5e2-4478-8650-3f6f8805810b/time-wasting Add us on: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/timewastingpod/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/justwsports Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@timewastingpod? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices