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USWNT Wins 3-0 Against South Africa in Game One Friendly

Pre-Match Notes: After a disappointing performance and early exit in the 2023 World Cup, the U.S. Women’s National Team is back with two friendlies against the South Africa Women’s National Team. Before, during, and after the World Cup, many questions were raised about the US team’s performance. One of the most common criticisms had to do with the team’s lack of chemistry and connection in … Continue reading USWNT Wins 3-0 Against South Africa in Game One Friendly

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Orlando Pride Dramatic 2-1 Win Against the North Carolina Courage

Line Up/Pre-Match Notes: 4-3-3 or 4-2-3-1. We have Carly Nelson in the goal. For defenders Haley McCutcheon, Rafaelle, Emily Madril, and Kylie Strom. For midfielders, Jordyn Listro, Mikayla Cluff, and Marta. For forwards Adriana, Julie Doyle, and Ally Watt. It’s a good lineup. I definitely understand starting Cluff instead of Abello for this one. Abello tends to be more attack-oriented while also providing good movement … Continue reading Orlando Pride Dramatic 2-1 Win Against the North Carolina Courage

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VfL Wolfsburg Frauen Win 3-0 in Season Opener Against Bayer Leverkusen

Line Up/Pre-Match Notes: 4-2-3-1. We have Merle Frohms in the goal. For defenders Lynn Wilms, Kathy Hendrich, Dominque Janssen, and Felicitas Rauch. For the midfield and attack, Lena Oberdorf, Lena Lattwein, Jule Brand, Sveindís Jónsdóttir, Alex Popp and Ewa Pajor. Good line up. It’s great to see Brand and Jónsdóttir starting. With Jónsdóttir starting on the wing, this means Pajor will be able to move … Continue reading VfL Wolfsburg Frauen Win 3-0 in Season Opener Against Bayer Leverkusen

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OL Reign Falls 2-0 Against the Portland Thorns in Cascadia Rivalry

Line Up and Pre-Match Notes: We have Claudia Dickey in the goal. For defenders Sofia Huerta, Alana Cook, Pheobe McClernon, and Lauren Barnes. For midfielders Emily Sonnett, Olivia Van Der Jagt, and Jess Fishlock. For forwards, Megan Rapinoe, Bethany Balcer, and Jordyn Huitema. It’s important to note, OL Reign’s starting goalkeeper, Phallon Tullis-Joyce, is no longer with the Reign. She has been traded to WSL … Continue reading OL Reign Falls 2-0 Against the Portland Thorns in Cascadia Rivalry

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VfL Wolfsburg Frauen Wins 2-0 against Turbine Potsdam in the DFB Pokal

Line Up: 4-2-3-1. We have Merle Frohms in the goal. For defenders, Kathy Hendrich, Dominique Janssen, Felicitas Rauch, and Joelle Wedermeyer. In the midfield and attack, we have Lena Oberdorf, Kristin Demann, Jule Brand, Rebecka Blomqvist, Ewa Pajor, and Alexandra Popp. Good line up. There’s great attacking and goal scoring potential in this starting eleven with Popp, Pajor, and Blomqvist. At the same time, I’m … Continue reading VfL Wolfsburg Frauen Wins 2-0 against Turbine Potsdam in the DFB Pokal

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VfL Wolfsburg Frauen Wins 4-1 against PSV Eindhoven in Preseason Club Friendly

Line Up: 4-2-3-1. We have Merle Frohms in the goal. For defenders Sara Agrez, Felicitas Rauch, Joelle Wedermeyer, and Marina Hegering. In the midfield and attack, we have Kristin Demann, Riola Xhemaili, Svenja Huth, Jule Brand, Ewa Pajor, and Alex Popp. When it comes to the starting eleven, it’s great to see Brand starting. She has great movement in the attack and is great with … Continue reading VfL Wolfsburg Frauen Wins 4-1 against PSV Eindhoven in Preseason Club Friendly

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OL Reign Wins 1-0 after Orlando Pride Goes Down to Ten Players

Orlando Pride Line Up: 4-3-3 or 4-2-3-1. We have Anna Moorhouse in the goal. For defenders, Haley McCutcheon, Rafaelle, Emily Madril, and Kylie Strom. In the midfield we have Jordyn Listro, Mikayla Cluff, and Marta. And for forwards, Carrie Abello, Julie Doyle, and Messiah Bright. Good line up for the Pride. Adriana is missing due to a thigh injury, but with Abello moving up to … Continue reading OL Reign Wins 1-0 after Orlando Pride Goes Down to Ten Players

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OL Reign Falls 2-1 Against Angel City FC in a Tale of Two Halves

Line Up: 4-3-3 or 4-2-3-1. We have Claudia Dickey in the goal. For defenders Sofia Huerta, Alana Cook, Sam Hiatt, and Lauren Barnes. In the midfield we have Rose Lavelle, Emily Sonnett, and Quinn. For forwards Olivia Van Der Jagt, Tziarra King, and Jordyn Huitema. Before this line up dropped, Harvey announced the Reign team is healthy, and everyone is back. Jess Fishlock, Megan Rapinoe, … Continue reading OL Reign Falls 2-1 Against Angel City FC in a Tale of Two Halves

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The Force is not with the Orlando Pride as they fall 1-2 against the San Diego Wave

The Force is not strong with the Orlando Pride as they suffer a 1-2 defeat, at home, against the San Diego Wave on the Pride’s Star Wars Night. Line Up: 4-3-3 or 4-2-3-1. We have Anna Moorhouse in the goal. For defenders, Haley McCutcheon, Rafaelle, Emily Madril, and Kylie Strom. In the midfield we have Viviana Villacorta, Marta, and Carrie Abello. For forwards, Adriana, Julie … Continue reading The Force is not with the Orlando Pride as they fall 1-2 against the San Diego Wave

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England Falls 1-0 to Spain in the 2023 Women’s World Cup Final: Game Review + Podcast

Line Up: We have Mary Earps in the goal. For defenders, Alex Greenwood, Millie Bright, and Jess Carter. In the midfield, we have Lucy Bronze, Keira Walsh, Georgia Stanway, Ella Toone, and Rachel Daly. For forwards, Lauren Hemp and Alessia Russo. A lot of people were wondering if Lauren James was going to start in this match, now that her two match ban is over. … Continue reading England Falls 1-0 to Spain in the 2023 Women’s World Cup Final: Game Review + Podcast

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