Time Wasting with Ali Riley and Kelley O’Hara

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

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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

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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

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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.

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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.

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