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Jan 2022
45m 21s

On The Continent: We’re back! And so are...

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Advantage Arsenal, Brighton upset Man City, and a dramatic twist in the WSL2 title race
It's all happening at the moment. Chloe and Rachel strap in for a bumper pod, starting with Arsenal's massive first-leg win over Lyon – in part thanks to some chaotic defending and in part thanks to Olivia Smith's tenacity (even after a million fouls).Elsewhere, Brighton spoil Ma ... Show More
56m 44s
Apr 21
The Lionesses hit 500 matches, trailblazing Marie-Louise Eta and the Champions League semi-finals!
It may have been a “claggy” pitch in Iceland, and it may not have been a classic England performance, but a win is a win! And in the Lionesses’ 500th game, no less. Make no mistake, though, the Dóttirs are a force to be reckoned with.Chloe and Rachel also speak to journalist and ... Show More
56m 18s
Apr 15
The Lionesses see off Spain at Wembley and Ireland finally get a win!
Sazzy Wiegs’ England continue to make Wembley their fortress, battling their way to a 1-0 win over their old foe Spain. Lauren Hemp scored in the blink of an eye (Chloe’s calling it a “semi bicycle kick half-turn volley”) and Hannah Hampton was heroic at the death.Elsewhere, Kati ... Show More
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