Duda Pavão reacts to 2025 NWSL Awards, Growth of the League & Marta's influence

Ali Riley sits down with close friend and colleague Duda Pavão, beloved across the soccer world for her electric hosting, live event presenting, and iconic social media presence. The two rewind to their Orlando Pride days and catch up on everything from the latest NWSL season to life in the media industry. Ali and Duda break down the 2025 NWSL Awards, including standout fashion moment from Trinity Rodman, this year’s nominees, top winners like Temwa Chawinga (MVP), Tara McKeown (Defender of the Year), Bev Yanez (Coach of the Year), and their favorite behind-the-scenes moments from the show. They also shares thoughts on the impact Brazilian players like Marta and many Japanese players have had on the league. Duda dives into her journey as a freelancer and content creator, sharing highlights from her many projects, especially her unforgettable experience working with Worlds Seven Football in Portugal. Before wrapping up, the duo make their 2025 NWSL Final predictions, Ali gives an update on her first broadcasting experience with CBS Golazo, and Duda shares her manifestations and intentions for the year ahead. New episodes of BFFR drop every Monday! Subscribe on YouTube, follow wherever you get your podcasts, and stalk us @BFFRshow on all socials. Chapter (0:00) – Intro (1:16) – Duda Pavão joins the show (2:09) – Presenting at the NSWL Final & growth of the game (4:11) – 2025 NWSL Award Show (15:33) – Japanese & Brazilians players impact (16:34) – Marta’s draw to the NWSL (19:14) – 2025 NWSL season in 1 WORD (20:11) – Duda...the host and influencer (23:18) – Final predictions (25:52) – Ali’s CBS broadcasting update (29:10) – Birthday brigadeiro & Hollywood hike (32:28) – New year manifestations Thanks to our sponsors. -Shop at https://www.macys.com/

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