Upfront - A Women's Football Podcast
Episodes
Incredible Philippines scenes and who’s looked the best so far?
25 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
What a last few days! All the action has left Chloe and Rachel *seriously* delirious. Strap yourselves in for this one.The girls jump on mic just afte...
The Lionesses struggle past Haiti
22 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
England get off to a winning start, but a pretty unconvincing one. So, what next?Chloe and Rachel react to the Lionesses 1-0 victory over a fearless H...
The World Cup kicks off!
20 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Chloe and Rachel relive Day 1 of the 2023 World Cup, where both hosts got off to the perfect start. We discuss Australia’s scrappy win over Rachel’...
World Cup Guide - Part 2: The USWNT goes for the three-peat, Marta’s last dance, and some continental outsiders
19 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Chloe and Rachel are back with the second part of our bumper World Cup preview, ahead of the tournament’s opening matches TOMORROW!If you’ve come ...
World Cup Guide - Part 1: England’s chances, Ireland’s hopes, and can Sam Kerr lead the co-hosts to glory?
18 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
It’s FINALLY HERE! The World Cup starts on Thursday, and we’ve got all the info you need ahead of the biggest women’s football tournament in his...
Carly Telford on Wiegman, Mary Earps’ story, and penalty psychology!
12 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Carly has been to not one, not two, but THREE World Cups! So who better to tell us about how to prepare for a major tournament?Chloe and Rachel sit do...
Should England be worried?!
03 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Chloe and Rachel convene after England’s final game before the World Cup ends with no goals and A LOT of substitutions. But has the reaction been…...
“Expect the unexpected”: Haiti star Dani Etienne
29 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Haiti’s opening game against England next month will be the country’s first match at a World Cup since 1974.To find out more about the remarkable ...
Matildas legend Alicia Ferguson talks Australia
27 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
It’s our first Upfront Down Under! Rachel is in Sydney and she simply HAD to kick off by talking to an Aussie.Fortunately, former Matildas midfielde...
We’re at St George’s Park!
20 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
A month out from the World Cup, Chloe and Rachel convene (on the stairs) at St George’s Park for a special Lionesses pod! They discuss their impress...
England legend Jodie Taylor joins us!
13 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Today, we’re joined by a Euros golden boot winner, a globetrotting striker, and an England legend: it’s Jodie Taylor!Chloe and Rachel quiz her abo...
Arsenal's Jen Beattie on the Champions League final and more!
06 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Chloe and Rachel welcome one of the stars of Arsenal’s run to the semi-final of this season’s Champions League: it’s Scotland legend, Jen Beatti...
The Upfront end of season awards!
01 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Chloe and Rachel throw out the red carpet and get their glad rags on for THE definitive awards in women's football!We pick our player and manager of t...
One more time
30 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
It’s our last WSL pod of the season! Chloe and Rachel are joined by the other half of Girls on the Ball, Sophie Downey, to look back on a finale whi...
BONUS: Carla Ward on Aston Villa, Rachel Daly and her friendship with Emma Hayes!
25 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Today, we’re speaking to one of the most exciting managers in the WSL right now: that’s right, Carla Ward is on the pod!Rachel sits down with Carl...
The WSL title race goes down to the final day!
23 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Well, here we are: nine months after we kicked off, the WSL goes down to the final day. Chloe and recently qualified psychic Rachel give one final ass...
Emma Hayes’ mentality monsters ride again
15 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Chloe and Rachel react to an FA Cup final that was both historic and felt distinctly familiar as Sam Killer of Dreams Kerr strikes (and somersaults) a...
Liverpool spoil the party, but who will be partying at Wembley?
09 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
And then there were two. Chloe and Rachel react to Liverpool’s defeat of Manchester City which leaves Manchester United and Chelsea in a two-horse r...
BONUS: We chat to football agent Jo Tongue!
04 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Ever wondered how business is really done, both for players in the media and on the pitch? Today, we’re joined by a football agent and a hugely impo...
Two Champions League heartbreaks
02 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
It was an unforgettable night in the Champions League at the Emirates on Monday. Chloe and Rachel look back on the vibes, the Stina Blackstenius runs,...
Arsenal and Chelsea’s steely resolve, and more ACL pain
25 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Despite early scares, Arsenal and Chelsea can be fairly happy with their Champions League semi-final performances against the big guns - can either si...
FA Cup heartbreak and Champions League previews!
18 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
We almost had a Brighton vs Aston Villa FA Cup final! So close, and yet one Sam Kerr leap too far.Chloe and Rachel run the rule over two brilliant sem...
England’s tough test and what being a pro goalkeeper is really like
11 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
How about Mary Earps’ penalty shootout last week, eh! Fittingly, Chloe and Rachel are joined by another keeper this week to look back on it all: for...
BONUS: Why the Euros hasn’t increased engagement among teenage girls
11 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Today marks the release of a special report exploring one, simple question: has the Lionesses’ win led to more inner-city teenage girls becoming mor...
Katie McCabe’s resurrection, a ghost relegation and France’s redemption
04 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
After an incredible four days for Arsenal, Chloe and Rachel are here to figure out just how they did it! And how on earth Katie McCabe went from crutc...
Man City rip up the script
28 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Chloe and Rachel react to a barn-burning women’s football weekend alongside the Mail’s Women’s Football Correspondent, Kathryn Batte!We figure o...
Aston Villa’s greatest night and Champions League previews!
21 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
We’re all Lewes, aren’t we?Chloe and Rachel relive an FA Cup weekend that had the ultimate David vs Goliath encounter and a sensational night for ...
BONUS: Looking ahead to the World Cup with Ireland’s Louise Quinn!
17 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Rachel sits down for a special St Patrick’s Day interview with Birmingham City and Ireland defender Louise Quinn. After qualifying for their fi...
Spurs sack Skinner and Dagny Brynjarsdotir talks motherhood!
14 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Pour one out for Chloe Morgan! Manchester United’s title credentials took a huge hit at the weekend against Chelsea, as they showed (once again) who...
Arsenal lift the Conti Cup and two Brighton stars join us!
07 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Arsenal finally turned up when they really needed to! Rachel and Chloe react to their imperious win over Chelsea, which posed a load of questions abou...
Huge news across the Channel and trailblazers north of the border!
28 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The Clo Ro show is back! The girls react to the FA Cup and some big news coming out of France: Wendie Renard has ruled herself out of the World Cup. O...
Are England the favourites for the World Cup?
23 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Just when you thought Chloe Kelly had her defining moment, she wins the Arnold Clark golden boot. Fairytale stuff.It’s a Girls on the Ball takeover!...
A message about this week’s schedule!
21 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
A quick message from Rachel about this week’s schedule.Listen to our brand new At The Match episode from the Lionesses vs South Korea. We’ll be ba...
At The Match: The Lionesses are back with a bang
18 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Our World Cup journey starts here! In a Costa. In Milton Keynes.Chloe and Rachel take in England’s first game on home soil since October for the Arn...
Flipped scripts, how to fix the Conti Cup, and the Lionesses return!
14 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The Lionesses are back. The Arnold Clark Cup is back. And most importantly: Millie Bright’s defence of her Golden Boot begins.Chloe and Rachel are j...
The WSL’s ‘spanner’ teams and a new era of transfer gossip
07 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Chloe and Rachel are joined by the BBC’s Emma Sanders for a big ol’ round-up of the weekend’s action! It was a tale of two 0-0 draws with o...
Transfer window drama and the new challenges facing LGBTQ+ footballers
30 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Chloe and Rachel react to big news on the eve of deadline day: Chelsea have put in a bid for Arsenal’s Katie McCabe! We discuss how likely the move ...
"We have to think like an ecoystem": growing the game with Maggie Murphy
26 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
After the release of Deloitte’s first ever money league table for women’s football, we call up CEO of Lewes FC Maggie Murphy to talk through the f...
Chaos at Kingsmeadow and the rise of Aston Villa
24 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Lads, it’s not Barbados. Chloe and Rachel react to a bizarre weekend as a ‘playable’ pitch turns world-class footballers into figure skaters.&nb...
Where were ya Chelsea and we shine a light on endometriosis
17 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Chloe, Rachel and Crystal Palace’s Leigh Nicol react to the return of the WSL! Leicester come back with a bang, but it took Chelsea 89 minutes to re...
Arsenal and Chelsea do battle, Villa’s Avengers, and returning to ACL injuries
10 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
We’re back! Chloe and Rachel are joined by Ceylon Andi Hickman to kick off 2023 with a bang and with some huuuuge transfers.We discuss the end of an...
The WSL pauses on a cliffhanger and our New Year’s resolutions for football!
13 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
To wrap up 2022, today we’re keeping it real. Chloe and Rachel look back on an enthralling weekend in the WSL and ask whether we have a four-way tit...
The big guns trade blows and some relegation reforms
06 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
A few days after Chelsea score eight, Chloe and Rachel are joined by former Chelsea, England and Team GB legend Claire Rafferty - funny that!They disc...
ACL injuries in Women’s Football
29 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Join Chloe and Rachel for a slightly different episode this week as we look into the alarming rate of ACL injuries across women’s football and what ...
Brains on seats for Man United’s epic comeback and Emma Hayes’ return!
22 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
The WSL put on a cracking set of fixtures this week, as Man United stole three points from under Arsenal’s noses at the Emirates - Chloe Morgan vind...
Diversity across English women’s football
15 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Chloe and Rachel are joined by Dulwich Hamlet centre-back Ceylon Andi Hickman after Sarina Wiegman n’ co extended their unbeaten streak to 25 games!...
Chelsea put the league on notice and Nations League 101
08 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
We did say, Man United: if you come for the kings, you best not miss. Unfortunately they did, while Chelsea emphatically did not - the Blues' 3-1 win ...
Hope Powell leaves Brighton and Man United’s first big test
01 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Chloe, Rachel and Jessy Parker Humphreys head to the studio to discuss the WSL’s first managerial casualty, as Hope Powell leaves Brighton after the...
Imperious Champions League performances and the NWSL playoffs
25 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Rachel and Chloe are joined by journalist Jessy Parker-Humphreys to celebrate England's inevitable rise to Champions League glory after Arsenal's crus...
WSL scraps and our Champions League preview
18 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Chloe and Rachel are joined by DAZN’s Alex Ibaceta to look over the latest from the WSL and around the continent. Man City’s 4-0 win has garnered ...
Wembley roars again and World Cup crunch time
11 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
For the first time in five and a half years, England beat the USA on Friday night! But was it the game-changing victory it’s being made out to be?Ch...
Cup chaos and a damning report from the NWSL
04 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Chloe and Rachel are joined by a legend of the game on today's episode as we welcome former Chelsea, England and Team GB full-back, Claire Rafferty!&n...
Making History - Live from the North London derby
29 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
At last weekend's record-breaking North London derby, Rachel hosted an episode of Upfront alongside Arsenal FC and INMOTION in front of a live audienc...
Derbies deluxe and an unprecedented situation in Spain
27 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
After a few blockbuster WSL derbies this weekend, Chloe and Rachel pick through the highlights alongside Football Beyond Borders and Dulwich Hamlet’...
Upsets galore on the WSL’s opening weekend
20 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Chloe and Rachel are joined by women’s football journalist Jessy Parker Humphreys to look back on the WSL’s opening weekend - and what a bloody we...
Keira Walsh, Ireland’s moment, and racism in women’s football
13 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
There was no WSL this weekend, but Chloe, Rachel and former Spurs and Watford defender Renee Hector are here to get stuck into a whole host of stories...
Our bumper WSL season preview
06 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
The WSL is almost upon us! Chloe and Rachel are joined by Spurs legend Jenna Schillaci to provide your definitive lowdown on every club’s summer bus...
At The Match: Crystal Palace 3-0 Coventry United, August 2022
30 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
We’re back! Flo Lloyd-Hughes, Rachel O’Sullivan and Chloe Morgan reunite for a special Crystal Palace homecoming for Chloe in their very first hom...
Welcome to Upfront!
04 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
An important message about the future of Football Ramble Presents and our brand new Upfront feed!**Liked our Euros content? Please take the time to ra...
Upfront: England win the Euros!
01 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
IT HAPPENED PEOPLE! After an almighty tussle with Germany, England – at last – lifted their first major tournament in 56 years. Flo, Chloe an...
Upfront: Euro 2022 Final Preview
30 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
History beckons for England. Flo, Chloe and Rachel pick through what will be a huge occasion on Sunday night, but what will most of all be a mouthwate...
Upfront: The Lionesses roar on and Germany stifle France
28 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Flo, Rachel and Chloe have just about composed themselves after two cracking semi-finals, where Germany edged out France and England smashed Sweden in...
Upfront: Euro 2022 Semi-Final Preview
26 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
It's crunch time! Flo, Rachel and Chloe are here with all you need to know ahead of two mouthwatering semi-finals, as the tournament's four best sides...
Upfront: France best the Dutch, Austria give Germany a fright and Sweden break Belgian hearts
24 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
And then there were four! Flo, Chloe and Rachel look back over three closely-fought quarter-finals, where some tournament favourites struggled to make...
Upfront: England battle through to the semi-finals
21 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
What a night! But it certainly wasn’t eazaaay. England came back from behind to oust a rampant Spain thanks to Ella Toooonay and, well, an absolute ...
Upfront: Belgium make history, Denmark are out, and England kick off the quarter-finals!
19 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Even though the quarter-final line-up is sorted, we can't quite agree on who should be there. Iceland will feel unlucky, but should Denmark? Flo,...
Upfront: English overconfidence, Kenny Shiels' bizarre comments, and a Norwegian implosion
16 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Flo, Rachel and Chloe are here to wave England through to the quarter-finals after their 5-0 win. We wonder if Alessia Russo should start over Ellen W...
Upfront: Sweden prove their worth, Germany survive their tough test, and the Dutch march on (through Leigh)
14 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
With the second round of group games we’re starting to see who might make a splash this summer, with Sweden and Netherlands leading a four-horse rac...
Upfront: An eazay win for England, Northern Ireland's journey ends, and some fantastique French flair
12 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Flo, Rachel and Chloe just about make it to the studio after a chaotic night in Brighton, where England blew Norway to pieces! 8-0! Have some of that!...
Upfront x At The Match: England 1-0 Austria, July 2022
11 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
This summer's UEFA Women's Euros looks set to be a defining one for English football. Join Flo Lloyd-Hughes, Chloe Morgan and Rachel O'Sullivan as the...
At The Match: Malmö 2-1 Helsingborg, June 2022
10 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Andy heads south for the second episode of his Swedish voyage, as he's in Scania for the latest Skånederby between two of cities biggest clubs.Amidst...
Upfront: Julie Nelson makes history, Spain put on a show and Germany mean business
09 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Flo, Rachel and Chloe discuss Northern Ireland’s valiant effort against an impressive Norway side, but some post-match comments leave us scratching ...
At The Match: Hammarby 2-2 Häcken, June 2022
09 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Join us for the first of two special episodes of At The Match from one of the few European leagues currently playing: Sweden's Allsvenskan, where Andy...
Upfront: England's Euros campaign is underway!
07 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
We're off! England kicked off their home Euros with a win against Austria last night. Flo, Rachel and Chloe were all at Old Trafford, so join us as we...
Upfront: England vs Austria preview
05 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
The Euros is nearly here! Flo, Rachel and Chloe are here with your definitive guide to England’s opening game tomorrow night!We look at Sarina Wiegm...
Upfront: Euro 2022 Guide
29 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
It’s going to be a cracking summer of women’s football and we’re here with you every step of the way - Upfront is back! Join Flo, Rachel and Chl...
Book Club: Kicking Back – Nedum Onuoha
20 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Today’s guest isn’t afraid to speak his mind and is deeply analytical about the world of football. Former Manchester City and Queens Park Rangers ...
Ramble Meets… Hannes Þór Halldórsson
06 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
The Iceland national team’s run at Euro 2016 and qualification for the 2018 World Cup is one of football’s greatest ever underdog stories. Today, ...
On The Continent: 2021-22 end of season special!
02 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Dotun and Andy are joined by David Cartlidge, Nicky Bandini, and Miguel Delaney to ponder on the biggest stories from the season that was in European ...
Upfront Meets… Anita Asante
31 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
An England legend, a star of the GB team at London 2012, and part of Arsenal’s historic quadruple-winning side, Anita Asante has done it all. Today,...
On The Continent: He can call himself what he wants
26 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
After a dramatic climax to the season last weekend, there’s lots to dig into on today’s On The Continent!Dotun and Andy are joined by David Cartli...
Upfront: Mental health among professional footballers
24 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Ever wondered about the mental demands of being an elite footballer in the burgeoning women's game? To round off this season of Upfront, we're explori...
Book Club: Belonging – Owen Eastwood
23 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Today, Kate and Jim are joined by one of the most important figures behind the England men's team's recent success - it’s performance coach and auth...
On The Continent: One in a Kylian
19 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Dotun and Andy are joined by Miguel Delaney to try and answer one of the biggest questions in European football on today's OTC: where will Kylian Mbap...
Upfront x At The Match: Chelsea 3-2 Man City, May 2022
17 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Today’s At The Match comes from one of the most prestigious days in the women’s football calendar: it’s the FA Cup final from Wembley! Upfr...
Upfront: FA Cup final preview, with Karen Carney
13 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
We're here with a bonus episode of Upfront! Today, Rachel looks ahead to this Sunday's FA Cup final alongside three-time winner and England legend, Ka...
On The Continent: Cop another Coppa
12 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Dotun and Andy are joined by David Cartlidge for a look at those left in Real Madrid's wake after their impressive season. Barcelona look to be improv...
Upfront: The WSL draws to a close and our End of Season Awards
10 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Flo, Rachel and Chloe are back for the final WSL review of the season, as Chelsea snatch the title from Arsenal's grasp. We recap a dramatic final day...
On The Continent: An aroma of humiliation
05 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Dotun, Andy and Nicky Bandini are here for a tale of two continental coaches, as a tranquil Carlo Ancelotti made it to another Champions League final ...
Upfront: The WSL home straight, Coventry United drama and St James’ Park is rocking
03 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Last weekend was the penultimate round of matches in the WSL - and the final day in the Championship. Well, it sure didn’t disappoint. Flo, Rac...
On The Continent: An empty title
28 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Dotun, Andy and Lars Sivertsen are working hard for the money on today's continental crusade - much like perennial title winners PSG and Bayern Munich...
Upfront: More brilliant Barcelona, Man United's European dreams, and the state of the game
26 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Flo, Rachel and Chloe revel in the weekend's glorious Champions League chaos, as Barcelona proved they're still the team to beat and Lyon got one over...
Back from the Brink: Episode 3
22 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Last April, the European Super League crashed into our lives. Andy Brassell and a host of journalists, fans and familiar Ramble voices revisit what ha...
On The Continent: A post-Poch PSG
21 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Ahead of their inevitable Ligue Un coronation, Dotun, Andy and Miguel Delaney wonder what direction PSG should head in next season. Would they swap Ma...
Back from the Brink: Episode 2
20 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Last April, the European Super League crashed into our lives. Andy Brassell and a host of journalists, fans and familiar Ramble voices revisit what ha...
Upfront: Mentality monsters, Kenny Shiels' comments, and Chloe's MCing debut
19 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Flo and Rachel are joined by Boxpark Wembley's newest MC Chloe Morgan to look back over the FA Cup semi-finals. Arsenal's lack of composure was expose...
Back from the Brink: Episode 1
18 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
A year ago today, the European Super League crashed into our lives. Andy Brassell and a host of journalists, fans and familiar Ramble voices tell the ...
At The Match: Newcastle 1-0 Wolves, April 2022
16 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Andy visits a rejuvenated St James’ Park for a special Friday night under the lights.Mike Ashley’s departure at the end of last year lifted the da...
On The Continent: Turning the Naples Tables
14 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Dotun, Andy and Nicky Bandini look for the reasons behind two European behemoths' recent inconsistencies as Real Madrid limp on in the Champions Leagu...
Upfront: The end of the Houghton era, this weekend's FA Cup semi-finals, and a very special birthday
12 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Flo and Chloe are holding down the fort as Rachel dials in from Belfast ahead of England's game with Northern Ireland - where they'll be led by Leah W...