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The Twelve: A WSL Podcast

The Shades of Blue Network is proud to present to you…. The Twelve! The Twelve is a podcast focused on all things surrounding the English Women’s Super League.Our name signifies the twelve football teams in the league as well as the importance of “the twelfth player”, i.e. the fans. Coming to you from across four time zones, Deepti, Marc, Thom, & Treb will be breaking down games, spotlighting players, and highlighting stories both on and off the pitch — with a little (or a lot of) banter along the way.Whether you’re new to the WSL, new to woman’s football, or new to the sport in general, we’d love for you to tune in! Catch us weekly during this upcoming season ✌🏽

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    Ep. 50 - Hair pulling allowed? Tottenham's dreams dashed

    Join Deepti, Treb, Thom, and Marc in a episode that explores the disparities in pay between men's and women's football in Asia, the importance of equitable prize money, and recent match analyses from the Women's Super League. An in-depth discussion on recent women's football matches, controversies, and upcoming tournaments, featuring expert insights and analysis.00:00 Introduction to Women's Super League Issues03:00 Inequality in Prize Money: AFC Women's Cup Discussion05:55 Player Perspectives on Pay and Representation08:57 Impact of Pay Disparities on National Teams12:10 Match Week 19 Preview and Predictions15:09 Merseyside Derby Recap: Liverpool vs Everton18:01 Manchester Derby Analysis: City vs United21:01 North London Derby Highlights: Arsenal vs Tottenham37:21 Tottenham's Struggles and Arsenal's Prospects39:17 London City's Future in Champions League40:13 Player Performances and Contributions42:00 The East London Derby: West Ham vs London City49:36 Chelsea vs Aston Villa: A Thrilling Encounter01:05:36 Brighton's Surprise Victory Over Leicester01:07:39 Brighton and Kiko Seki's Impact01:09:16 Champions League Quarterfinals Recap01:11:07 El Clasico: Barcelona vs Real Madrid01:15:28 Chelsea vs Arsenal: A Tense Rivalry01:16:30 Bayern vs Manchester United: A Competitive Tie01:19:48 Chelsea's Tactical Approach Against Arsenal01:35:17 Looking Ahead: Chelsea's Future and Transfers01:39:02 Team Dynamics and Performance Analysis01:41:58 Player Highlights and Match Strategies01:44:54 Referee Decisions and Controversies01:47:58 Upcoming Matches and International Break01:51:49 Transfer News and Player Movements#asiacup #womensfootball #woso

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    Episode 49 -Cat's out of the Blues and into a bag

    This episode features an in-depth discussion on recent developments in women's football, including player transfers, Champions League matches, and league updates. The hosts analyze key games, player performances, and strategic insights, providing fans with a comprehensive overview of the current season. This episode covers recent WSL matches, key player performances, team strategies, and upcoming fixtures, providing insights into the current state of women's football in the UK.00:00 Introduction to the Women's Super League05:04 Catarina Macario's Transfer to San Diego Wave10:13 Champions League Quarterfinals Overview14:57 Arsenal vs Chelsea: Match Analysis19:47 Manchester United vs Bayern Munich: Game Breakdown25:02 Barcelona's Dominance in El Clasico30:04 Looking Ahead: Future Matches and Predictions33:09 Career Choices and League Preferences34:05 Match Week 18 Recap: London City vs Chelsea42:05 Arsenal's Dominance: A 5-0 Victory Over West Ham49:09 United's Narrow Win: Everton vs Manchester United56:32 Manchester City vs Tottenham: Bunny Shaw's Hat Trick01:07:34 Brighton vs Liverpool: A Lackluster Draw01:14:17 Lester vs Aston Villa: A Comeback Win01:18:00 Match Highlights and Player Performances01:20:54 Predictions and Standings Analysis01:23:50 Player Transfers and Contract Extensions01:27:00 Racial Abuse Case and Its Implications01:30:04 WSL Trophy Rebranding01:31:46 Upcoming Derby Matches Preview01:46:12 Chelsea's Stadium Situation and Future

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    E. 48- "A Woman's going to take my job!" (as she should)

    This episode explores FIFA's new mandate requiring women coaches in FIFA competitions, the impact on women's soccer, and the broader implications for gender diversity in coaching roles. This episode covers recent women's soccer matches, the political situation of Iranian players, upcoming fixtures, and the impact of politics on sports. Treb, Deepti and Marc analyze game tactics, predictions, and the broader context of women's sports amid global conflicts.00:00 FIFA's New Mandate for Women's Coaching19:09 Recapping Recent Matches in the WSL45:32 Seasonal Performance Analysis48:36 Challenges in Recruitment and Competition49:01 Chelsea's Recent Matches and Player Performance56:45 West Ham vs United: A Tactical Breakdown01:12:58 Political Context in Women's Soccer01:19:19 Upcoming Matches and Predictions01:24:20 Match Predictions: Everton vs. Manchester United01:27:08 City vs. Tottenham: A Clash of Titans01:28:31 Brighton vs. Liverpool: The Battle for Points01:29:36 Leicester vs. Aston Villa: Predictions and Insights01:30:02 Champions League Quarterfinals: Arsenal vs. Chelsea01:34:03 Champions League Quarterfinals: Real Madrid vs. Barcelona01:35:05 Manchester United vs. Bayern Munich: A Critical Match01:36:00 Final Thoughts: The Road Ahead

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    Ep. 47 - The Crazy World of Stadium Sharing — A Hidden Challenge for Women's Football

    In this episode, we delve into the pressing stadium issues plaguing the Women's Super League (WSL), from waterlogged pitches to scheduling chaos, and explore how these challenges threaten the league's credibility and growth. We discuss the recent postponement drama at Broadfield Stadium and how clubs like Chelsea are seeking new stadium solutions. By examining the stark contrast between historic venues and grassroots struggles, we highlight the critical infrastructure gaps that could marginalize the WSL. This episode is a wake-up call for fans, stakeholders, and clubs to invest strategically in better facilities and smarter logistics to elevate the league to global standards and unlock its true potential.Topics: - Introduction and Overview - Arsenal's Matches in Hand 0:29 - Stadium and Resource Challenges 1:07- Match Recaps and Analysis 6:46- Managerial and Team Dynamics 11:41- Champions League and FA Cup Insights 19:57- League Play Predictions 36:13

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    Ep 46 - "We want people being petty"

    Rate the podcast 5 stars and leave a review!This episode of The Twelve focuses on the Women's Super League (WSL) and its intersection with Black History Month. The hosts discuss the representation of black players and coaches in the league, share personal stories about their journeys into football, and explore the experiences of black reporters covering women's soccer. They also compare the fan experiences between the WSL and NWSL, emphasizing the importance of community and culture in women's football. In this conversation, the hosts discuss the intersection of culture and football, particularly focusing on how Black culture is represented in the sport. They explore the atmosphere of women's football, the importance of rivalries, and the effectiveness of anti-racism campaigns. The discussion also touches on the need for more celebratory events for the Black community in football, as well as the role of supporters in creating a welcoming environment. The episode concludes with lighthearted rapid-fire questions about favorite players and an all-Black starting eleven.00:00 Introduction to the Women's Super League and Black History Month02:26 Current Statistics on Black Representation in the WSL05:21 Personal Journeys into Football and Women's Soccer22:15 Experiences of Black Reporters in Soccer39:54 Challenges and Opportunities in Sports Reporting40:20 The Challenges of Covering Women's Sports42:58 The Financial Burden of Independent Coverage46:13 Diversity and Representation in Sports Journalism49:01 Fan Experiences: NWSL vs. WSL55:06 Cultural Identity in Sports Fandom01:12:08 Addressing Racism in Sports: A Comparative Analysis01:15:04 Promoting Black Players in Sports01:17:02 Evolving Anti-Racism Campaigns01:20:35 Engaging the Community: Fan Activations01:22:31 Addressing Racism in Sports01:29:01 The Role of Supporters Groups01:30:20 Lighthearted Rapid Fire: Favorite Players01:31:38 All-Black Starting XI Discussion01:43:19 Closing Thoughts and Reflections

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    Episode 45 - Unlocking the Secrets of Women’s Football Power Dynamics—What Chelsea’s Crisis Reveals

    Most Chelsea fans are feeling like their dynasty is crumbling—and one of the highest-profile power struggles in women's football just exploded. Sonia Bompastor’s contract extension was announced just before Chelsea unexpectedly fired their sporting director, Paul Green. The timing and details reveal a deeper crisis: shifting power, internal conflicts, and strategic chaos that threaten to reshape one of the league’s giants. This episode dives into the upheaval at Chelsea, unpacking the behind-the-scenes tension between management and coaching, the impact on transfers and squad building, and what it all means for their quest to win the Champions League. You'll discover how recent decisions mirror larger struggles for control in women’s football—and why ignoring these issues risks falling further behind. We break down the ambitious—and sometimes reckless—moves at top clubs like Chelsea, Arsenal, and Manchester United, revealing the broader consequences of a league in transition.00:00 - Episode introduction and episode overview 02:00 - Chelsea's recent leadership upheaval and power struggles 12:00 - Impact of managerial and ownership changes at Chelsea 25:00 - Arsenal's Champions League dominance and player highlights 35:00 - League standings and title race outlook 45:00 - Relegation battle and team performance analysis 54:00 - Key transfers, injuries, and player performances 60:00 - Chelsea-WSL structure and ownership insights 70:00 - Matchday predictions and upcoming fixtures 80:00 - The broader state of women's football and league expansion 93:00 - Celebrating Kim Little’s 400th Arsenal appearance 95:00 - Final thoughts, listener engagement, and closing remarks

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    E. 44 - Sweet Kerolin, bah bah bah!

    In this episode of The Twelve, Marc, Treb, Thom, and Deepti delve into the latest happenings in the Women's Super League, focusing on managerial changes, team performances, and standout players. They discuss Everton's struggles and the implications of their recent managerial change, the competitive match between Brighton and London City, and the dominant display by Manchester United against Liverpool. The conversation also touches on the relegation battle involving West Ham and Tottenham, and concludes with a review of Manchester City's impressive victory over Chelsea. In this conversation, the hosts delve into the recent performances of women's football teams, particularly focusing on Chelsea and Arsenal. They discuss the tactical aspects of offensive and defensive plays, highlight key player performances, and analyze the implications of managerial decisions on team dynamics. The conversation also touches on the Champions Cup, upcoming matches, and predictions for future games, providing a comprehensive overview of the current state of women's football00:00 Introduction to the Women's Super League00:31 Managerial Changes in the WSL02:41 Everton's Struggles and Coaching Decisions06:50 The Impact of Managerial Talent in Women's Football10:57 Everton's Recent Match Performance13:13 Brighton vs. London City: A Competitive Clash18:30 Manchester United vs. Liverpool: A Dominant Display29:17 West Ham vs. Tottenham: A Relegation Battle44:07 Manchester City vs. Chelsea: A One-Sided Affair46:29 The Art of Offensive Play49:56 Defensive Struggles and Goalkeeping Controversies56:27 Chelsea's Crisis and Managerial Decisions01:06:44 Champions Cup Highlights and Arsenal's Performance01:17:12 Upcoming Matches and Predictions

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    The Twelve ep 43 - AFC and NWSL being cheap helps WSL

    Today's episode covers various aspects of women's soccer, including match distributions, player performances, team dynamics, and league comparisons. The speakers discuss specific matches, highlight player transfers, and analyze strategies while also addressing financial aspects such as prize money and the challenges faced by teams like Gotham. The discussion reflects on the current state of women's soccer leagues and their competitiveness. In this episode, the hosts discuss the recent matches in the Women's Super League, highlighting West Ham's unexpected victory over Leicester, Liverpool's first win of the season against Tottenham, and a competitive match between London City and Manchester City. They also touch on transfer updates, the implications for teams moving forward, and predictions for upcoming matches. The conversation wraps up with reflections on the state of women's football and the importance of maintaining player health during intense competitions.00:00 Introduction and Match Distribution Discussion05:59 Team Strategies and Player Transfers15:22 Season Performance Analysis20:25 Match Highlights and Team Dynamics26:41 Financial Implications in Women's Soccer33:31 Prize Money in Women's Football48:02 Financial Disparities in Women's Competitions01:10:22 The Need for Investment in Women's Sports01:15:57 Everton's Struggles and Merseyside Dynamics01:25:28 Chelsea's Lineup Controversies and Tactical Decisions01:37:33 Manchester United's Resurgence and Impact of New Signings01:52:10 West Ham's Hard-Fought Victory and League Positioning02:01:25 The Relegation Battle Heats Up02:07:20 Liverpool's First Win of the Season02:17:58 London City's Promising Performance02:24:30 FIFA Champions Cup Recap02:29:55 Arsenal's Champions Cup Aspirations02:38:35 Transfer Movements and League Dynamics02:47:12 Tribute to Catherine O'Hara and Team Support02:52:56 Closing Thoughts and Listener Engagement

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    Episode 42 - Subway Cup drama: Data crisis in Women's football

    In this episode, Deepti, Treb, and Marc discuss the significant impact of losing access to crucial football data on women's football coverage, highlighting the challenges faced by journalists and fans. They review recent game results from the FA Women's Cup, showcasing dominant performances by WSL teams. The conversation shifts to transfer news, focusing on player movements and the implications for teams like Arsenal and Liverpool. The episode emphasizes the need for better data access, investment in women's football, and the importance of upcoming matches in the WSL.00:00 The Impact of Data Loss on Women's Football17:20 Subway Cup semifinals review41:45 Transfer News and Player Movements

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    Ep. 41: Treb hates Aston Villa

    In this episode of The Twelve, Treb, Marc, Deepti, and Thom dive into the latest happenings in the Women's Super League (WSL), focusing on the January transfer window and its implications for various teams. Deepti, Mark, Tom, and Treb discuss significant player movements, including Arsenal's missed opportunity with Sam Coffey, who signed with Manchester City, and the implications of other transfers on team dynamics. The conversation highlights the competitive nature of the league, with teams like Chelsea and City making strategic moves to bolster their squads while Arsenal appears to be lagging behind despite their recent Champions League success.The hosts also recap recent matches, including Arsenal's frustrating draw against Manchester United, where they failed to capitalize on numerous chances, and Chelsea's dominant 5-0 victory over West Ham. The discussion touches on individual performances, such as Lauren James's pressing ability and Rachel Daly's resurgence for Aston Villa. The episode wraps up with reflections on the current state of the league, the challenges teams face, and the potential for upcoming matches to shift the standings as the season progresses. In this episode, the hosts dive into the latest matches from the Women's Super League (WSL), analyzing performances and discussing the implications for teams like Tottenham and Liverpool. They highlight Tottenham's decent performance and the challenges they face with player departures, particularly focusing on the impact of key players like Clearhunt and Koga. The conversation shifts to Liverpool's match against London City, where the hosts critique the new coach's debut and the team's struggles, emphasizing the need for a more aggressive mindset. The discussion also touches on the upcoming FA Cup matches, with predictions and insights on how teams like Arsenal and Aston Villa are faring in the league and cup competitions.Chapters00:00 Introduction to the Women's Super League01:01 January Transfer Window Overview03:06 Key Transfers: Sam Coffey and Arsenal's Moves07:14 Arsenal's Recruitment Strategy Under Scrutiny29:37 Match Recap: Arsenal vs. Manchester United34:24 Looking Ahead: Arsenal's Season Prospects34:53 Champions League Aspirations35:33 Arsenal's Struggles and Frustrations37:08 Player Performances and Fatigue43:23 Recent Match Reviews and Highlights49:44 Chelsea's Dominance Over West Ham58:29 Tottenham's Narrow Victory Over Leicester01:12:01 Tottenham's Performance and Player Departures01:13:17 Liverpool vs. London City: A Coaching Debut01:17:25 London City's Scoring Struggles and Upcoming Matches01:20:41 FA Cup Preview and Fan Support for Women's Football01:31:59 The Importance of Local Matches01:32:52 FA Cup Predictions and Insights01:35:21 Upcoming Matches and Team Strategies01:39:50 Final Predictions and Wrap-Up

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    Ep. 40 - New Year, New League?

    In this episode of The Twelve, the hosts discuss the latest developments in the Women's Super League (WSL) as they welcome the new year with fresh changes in teams and players. They delve into the Frauen-Bundesliga's decision to break away from the DFB, highlighting the implications for women's football in Europe. The conversation shifts to recent coaching changes in the WSL, particularly focusing on Liverpool's struggles and Arsenal's resurgence. Chelsea's commanding victory over Brighton is celebrated, while London City's disappointing performance against Leicester raises questions about their management. The episode emphasizes the evolving landscape of women's football and the importance of taking risks on the field. In this episode, the hosts discuss the standout performances in the WSL, particularly focusing on Bunny Shaw's incredible four-goal match for Manchester City. They analyze the dramatic comeback of Manchester United against Tottenham, the current standings in the league, and the implications for the title race. The conversation shifts to the Champions League, highlighting key matches and results, before moving on to domestic cup performances. The hosts also delve into transfer news, discussing player contracts and potential signings, and conclude with a segment on the New Year Honors awarded to notable footballers.00:00 Welcome to The Twelve: New Beginnings02:21 Frauen bundesliga's Bold Move12:35 Coaching Changes in the WSL18:33 The Impact of Managerial decisions27:38 Liverpool's Recent Struggles29:16 Liverpool's Struggles and Future Prospects35:12 Arsenal's Resurgence and Key Player Returns43:18 Chelsea's Dominance and Player Performances49:29 Brighton's Inconsistency and Managerial Challenges54:46 London City's Penalty Woes and Team Dynamics01:02:10 Manchester City's Offensive Power01:02:29 Bunny Shaw's Record-Breaking Performance01:06:12 City's Title Hopes and Team Dynamics01:11:45 The Thrilling Draw: United vs. Tottenham01:18:19 Champions League Roundup and Future Matchups01:25:11 Domestic Cup Insights and Team Priorities01:27:33 The Lee Cup and Its Implications01:28:40 Impact of Match Schedules on Teams01:29:32 Women's Champions Cup: A New Challenge01:30:37 Transfer News and Player Movements01:32:36 Arsenal's Contract Situations and Future Prospects01:39:50 New Year Honors and Recognition in Football

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    Ep. 38 - "I hate Tottenham so much" - Guess who!

    Give The Twelve a 5 star rating and leave a review to help our podcast get recommended to other fans of Women's football like you!In this episode, Treb, Deepti, and Marc delve into the latest happenings in the Women's Super League (WSL), discussing player rankings, key matches, and standout performances. They analyze the Guardian's top 100 female footballers list, highlighting its Eurocentric bias and the growing recognition of NWSL players. The conversation covers significant games, including the Manchester Derby, where City showcased their title contender status, and the surprising draw between Liverpool and Chelsea. The hosts also reflect on the rise of London City and Brighton's impressive win, while examining the struggles of Everton and Arsenal in their respective matches. Overall, the episode provides a comprehensive overview of the current state of women's football in England. In this episode, the hosts discuss Arsenal's ongoing struggles in the WSL, focusing on their lack of second chance opportunities and the impact of injuries on team performance. They highlight Leah Williamson's leadership as a key factor in the team's dynamics and express concerns about the roster's limitations compared to top competitors like Chelsea and City. The conversation shifts to match predictions for upcoming fixtures, including the Champions League and domestic cup results, while also addressing the evolving tactics of Chelsea and the ongoing controversies surrounding VAR technology in women's soccer.Chapters00:00 Introduction to the Women's Super League and Player Rankings15:07 Game Recap: Manchester Derby and Player Performances24:39 London City vs. Villa: Rising Contenders32:55 Brighton vs. Leicester: A Statement Win38:28 Liverpool vs. Chelsea: A Surprising Draw47:45 West Ham vs. Everton: A Battle at the Bottom54:56 North London Derby: Arsenal vs. Tottenham01:06:30 Arsenal's Struggles and Second Chances01:09:46 Injury Updates and Leadership Impact01:12:52 Roster Limitations and Future Prospects01:14:30 Match Predictions and Upcoming Fixtures01:15:41 Champions League Highlights01:20:15 VAR and Offside Controversies01:24:34 Chelsea's Tactical Evolution01:29:30 WSL Standings and Champions League Outlook01:31:38 Domestic Cup Results and Surprising Outcomes01:39:10 Upcoming Matches and Predictions

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    Ep 37 - Referee blunders and dropped points

    Please subscribe, RATE the podcast 5 stars, and leave a review! Takes less than a minute but helps the podcast get recommended to other football lovers like yourself!Treb, Deepti, Marc, and Thom Bomb are back with another episode discussing a controversial week of WSL matches with terrible refereeing decisions, upsets, and Tottenham showing they are who we think they are!

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    Episode 36: MatchDay 7 "Channeling Your Inner Hope Solo"

    Dude, we got the band back together. And you know they had to talk about this press tour that Mary Earps is on to promote her book, in which she called defending WSL golden gloves winner Hannah Hampton out for taking her spot. The gang then pivots to recap MatchDay 7, including two high scoring matches that no one saw coming. Also it's official, Spurs keep winning and no one believes in them. They tally up points for the prediction game and there is a shake up at the top. The gang closes out by giving their keys and predictions to MatchDay 8. Be sure to follow the gang on BlueSky @thetwelvesob.bsky.social

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    Episode 35 - MatchDay 6 / One Quick Thing

    Make sure to rate the podcast 5 stars and give us a review to help The Twelve get recommended to other women's football lovers like yourselfIn this episode, ThomBomb, Treb, and Marc got together and started the episode talking about Brighton keeper Chiamaka Nnadozie and her comments on loneliness since her transfer and the club’s response. Then they pivot to say one quick thing about every match from WSL MatchDay 6. They briefly talk about UWCL and Subway Eat Fresh Footlong Cup with the Cookies. They close out by predicting every match from MatchDay 7.

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    Ep. 34 - Anyone can get Heaslip’d

    The gang wishes everyone in the UK a Happy Black History Month, while talking about performative acts of anti-racism. They then turn their attention to the WSL matches last week in a review that shows the reason why the league needs VAR and better officiating. They take a quick trip to continental play and review the WSL teams competing in UEFA Women’s Champions League. They then give their predictions for this weekend’s matches. Please be sure to follow the show and each host on BlueSky.

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    Episode 33 - Is this the weekend that determines the league?

    Rate the show 5 Stars! Leave a review to help the podcast get connected to most dope people like yourself! If you enjoy our content we have a Patreon where $6 a month gets you ad free episodes, Premium content like “Choppin’ It Up” interview series or “Breaking Bread” our match preview series for Man City Men & Women games, and get entry in our secret Discord channel! 20+ hours of content a month that is exclusively on Patreon for $6 a month. Subscribe here: patreon.com/user?u=94168109Buy yourself a shirt from the Official SoBP Store! Look good while helping our podcast grow! https://shades-of-blue-network.square.site/ The gang is all here and ready to talk about WSL action! They start off by talking about yet ANOTHER international tournament for players to play in. They then rundown all of the WSL matches from MatchDay 4 and update their prediction standings for the season. They then preview MatchDay 5, including a pair of matches that may determine the winner of the WSL. Be sure to like, rate, subscribe, and comment and follow us on BlueSky!

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    Episode 32- Match Day 2 and Remembering Matt Beard

    Remembering Matt Beard and His LegacyThe gang took a break for a week and came back to talk about the passing of Matt Beard and his legacy on women's football in the WSL. They quickly run down the action of MatchDay 2 in the league. Then the pivot to the new UWCL format and the draw for Chelsea, Arsenal, and Manchester United. Then it's back to league action with a rundown of MatchDay 3 and give a prediction game standings update. The gang closes out the episode with predictions for MatchDay 4. If you are someone struggling with mental health, please know that there are resources to help you. In the US, call or text 988 or visit 988lifeline.org. In the UK, call 0800 587 0800 or call NHS at 111. If you believe you or someone else's life is in immediate danger dial 999. You are loved. You are valued. You are worth it.

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    E. 31 - “WE IN THE PREDICTION GAME!”

    Season 2 MatchDay 1 “WE IN THE PREDICTION GAME!” The gang gets back together to recap all the action from MatchDay 1 while Deepti creates a fun new prediction game we will play all season. Be sure to stay for Marc’s rant on Liverpool. They then hit some news and notes and then preview the MatchDay 2 slate.

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    Episode 30 - Previews and predictions

    Please rate and review the episode to help the podcast grow!The gang is back together and ready for another WSL season! They start off with the end of the transfer window including the blockbuster of Alyssa Thompson’s transfer to Chelsea. Then they predict the team in the new relegation playoff, their top 3 teams, top scorers, keeper’s and manager of the season (aka Thom’s Kiss of Death). They close out the episode previewing the match day 1 slate.

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    Episode 29 - The News and Notes Episode

    Thom Bomb, Deepti, Nichollsodeon, and Treb Tracy are back with a few weeks before WSL begins to take a look at transfers made around the league, the PFA awards, injuries, and UWCL qualifiersPlease rate our podcast 5 stars, leave a review, and SUBSCRIBE if this is your first time on our podcast!TOPICS:0:00 - Intro 1:40 - Big transfers in the WSL18:00 - Are London City Lionesses for real a threat?26:12 - Teams in trouble of relegation36:02 - Transfers at the clubs in Manchester45:36 - PFA Awards55:00 - Lauren James injured again1:00:03 - Mary Fowler's quick return from ACL injury1:03:00 - UWCL qualifiers

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    Episode 28 - The offseason episode

    Originally recorded July 11, 2025The gang gets back together to check back in because plenty has happened during the offseason! Too many topics and not enough time. Please Rate the podcast 5 stars and leave a review saying tons of nice things! Helps get our podcast in front of more football fans like you!

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    Episode 27: The UWCL final victory lap

    Rate the podcast 5 stars and leave a review to help the podcast get recommended to other most dope fans of Women's football like you!Thom Bomb, Deepti, and Treb Tracy are back with the final episode of the 2024-25 season. Today the terrific trio discuss Arsenal winning the UWCL final against all odds.

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    Episode 26 - End of the Season review Part 1

    Treb Tracy, Thom Bomb, Marc Nicholls, & Deepti are back to cover all things after the final games of the WSL season but before the UWCL final. Please leave a 5 star rating and say something nice in the review to get our podcast out to more most dope individuals like you

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    Episode 25 - In Retrospect

    Deepti, Thom Bomb, Marc, and Treb are all together to look at a wild season of ups and downs for the clubs they support. Please Rate the podcast 5 stars and leave a review to help the podcast grow. Really is the best (and FREE) way to get the algorithm to boost the podcastTOPICS: 0:00 - Music Intro2:10 - Arsenal's season review23:49 - Chelsea's season review40:45 - Is WSL a farmers league???47:50 - Players to stay or go in the Summer55:48 - Manchester City's season review1:43:41 - FA Cup final and Champions League preview

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    Episode 24 - Thom Bomb crashed out worse the Man City's UWCL hopes

    Originally recorded March 28thJoin Deepti, Marc, Treb, and Thom Bomb bring you the latest and greatest in the WSL and 2nd leg of UWCL matches. Rate the podcast 5 stars and leave a Review. That is the best way to help the algorithm share our podcast with more people like you.0:00 - Intro1:10 - England WNT battling to get paid...again9:37 - Everton vs Crystal Palace review14:54 - Arsenal vs Liverpool review21:14 - West Ham vs Tottenham review29:07 - Man City vs Chelsea's multiple games45:18 - Aston Villa vs Man Utd review51:18 - Can Man Utd hold onto the UWCL play-in spot?56:21 - UWCL 2nd leg review

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    Episode 23 - The Chelsea and Man City vortex

    Marc and Thom Bomb play a give and go type system for today's episode all about Women's Super League!Topics:0:00 - Song Introduction1:17 - WPLL getting ride of a cup competition?27:52 - The UWCL anthem 29:12 - Lineup problems looming over both Chelsea and Man City?53:45 - UWCL Leg One City v Chelsea Full previewFollow us on BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/thetwelvewsl.bsky.social

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    Episode 22 - Who is next to get the chop?

    Rate the Podcast 5 stars and leave a review! That is the best way to help this new podcast grow! Marc, Deepti, Treb, and Thom Bomb discuss Gareth Taylor out as Man City manager and the fallout from the decision, FA Cup, the League Cup, and plenty more!TOPICS:0:00 - Podcast introduction1:00 - Gareth Taylor OUT?!? 10:07 - What does Man City look like with Nick Cushing?17:00 - Helpful and not helpful replacements27:32 - FA Cup results35:56 - Has Arsenal grown past playing in Meadow Park?45:45 - Good news at Chelsea FC49:20 - Sam Kerr staying or leaving Chelsea next season55:12 - Protect Taylor Hinds59:50 - Trinity Rodman going abroad1:07:12 - Subway Cup preview

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    Episode 21 - The 3 Musketeers

    Thom Bomb, Treb, and Marc are here to give you the latest and greatest in all things WSL before the Women's FA Cup

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    Episode 20 - Bunny Shaw, Chelsea remains unbeaten, and other WSL chaos

    Rate and Review the podcast! Giving our podcast 5 stars and a positive review is the best (and free) way to support our podcast! Follow us on BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/thetwelvewsl.bsky.socialTreb, Marc N., Deepti, and Thom Bomb are back discussing a wild week in the WSLTOPICS:0:00 - Intro1:45 - Bunny Shaw is THE Moment11:50 - Review: Man City v Liverpool24:05 - Review: Arsenal v Tottenham35:08 - Chelsea v Everton47:00 - Can Chelsea continue their WSL dominance next season55:58 - Review: Leicester City v Aston Villa59: 51 - Looking at WSL relegation1:05:00 - Review: West Ham v Brighton1:09:45 - Review: Man Utd v Crystal Palace

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    Episode 19 - Catching up never felt so good

    Subscribe to our podcast feed for more "The Twelve Podcast" media, please rate 5 stars, and leave a comment to help boost our podcast to other WoSo lovers.Thom Bomb, Deepti, Marc, and Treb are back covering tons of football. WSL week 13, League Cup reviews, and previewing Match Day 14. Started the episode discussing Khadijah "Bunny" Shaw's racist abuse with their thoughts on the situationTOPICS:0:00 - Intro1:35 - The importance of TRULY supporting Bunny Shaw18:11 - Women's League Cup review25:28 - WSL: Man City v Arsenal review48:45 - WSL: Everton v Leicester City review55:00 - WSL: Liverpool v West Ham review57:04 - WSL: Brighton v Crystal Palace review1:01:45 - WSL: Aston Villa v Chelsea review1:11:59 - WSL: Tottenham v Man United1:25:45 - Review games from Women's League Cup 1:54:00 - UWCL preview and March full of City v Chelsea2:14:00 - Preview WSL MatchDay 14

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    Episode 16 - Chelsea and Arsenal reloading

    Rate the show 5 Stars! Leave a review to help the podcast get connected to most dope people like yourself! Are you watching it on Youtube? Please subscribe if you are new, leave a comment, and tap the thumbs up to like the video! Become a Shades of Blue Patreon member. $6 a month gets you ad free episodes, Premium content like “Choppin’ It Up” interview series or “Breaking Bread” our match preview series for Man City Men & Women games.  20+ hours of content a month that is exclusively on Patreon for $6 a month. Subscribe here: patreon.com/user?u=94168109Deepti, Treb, Marc, and ThomBomb delve into how competitive the WSL is from top to bottom (1:04) Thom Bomb on City W's comeback against Aston Villa (19:56) Arsenal vs Chelsea (29:42) Big USWNT transfers to the WSL (38:47) Crystal Palaces loss to Tottenham (43:51) Leicester City's surprise win over Liverpool (50:15) Man United beating down Brighton (01:03:12) How clubs should handle the rest of the season (01:12:00) Ending the episode by looking at the FA Cup (01:25:19)Mentioned in this episode:Subscribe to Shades of Blue Network's PatreonReceive more than 20 hours of extra content when you subscribe to our $6 tier on Patreon: patreon.com/user?u=94168109

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    Episode 15 - WSL clubs be SHOPPIN'

    Deepti, Marc and Thom look into the big gets of the transfer window and dive into an action packed weekend of WSL matches with Thom crashing out about the Manchester Derby results. Then they take a look at the Subway Eat Fresh Cold Cut Combo Cup results and wrap up with a look ahead to league action this weekend.0:00 Podcast Intro1:20 Big transfers in the WSL30:08 Games from the Subway Cup58:36 Thom Bomb crashes out about City's loss at the Etihad and calms down when discussing the Cold Cut combo Cup victory1:19:36 Chelsea's win against Durham1:26:10 Look at the WSL games over the weekendRate the show 5 Stars! Leave a review to help the podcast get connected to most dope people like yourself! Are you watching on Youtube? Please subscribe if you are new, leave a comment, and click the thumbs up to like the video! Become a Shades of Blue Patreon member. $6 a month gets you perks like a live feed to weekly recordings, wonderful original series like “Choppin’ It Up” or “Breaking Bread.” 20+ hours of content you can only get on Patreon for $6 a month. Subscribe here: patreon.com/user?u=94168109Mentioned in this episode:Subscribe to Shades of Blue Network's PatreonReceive more than 20 hours of extra content when you subscribe to our $6 tier on Patreon: patreon.com/user?u=94168109

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    Episode 14 - Back to Life, Back to reality

    RATE the podcast 5 stars and give a review if you are listening via podcast app. If on YouTube please subscribe if this is your first time finding us and make sure to hit the LIKE button!WE BYKE! The crew goes over players returning from injury, new signings, recaps from F.A. Cup fourth round action, and preview the return of WSL action!Mentioned in this episode:Subscribe to Shades of Blue Network's PatreonReceive more than 20 hours of extra content when you subscribe to our $6 tier on Patreon: patreon.com/user?u=94168109

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    Episode 13 - Get yo lick back

    Please rate the podcast 5 stars and if you have time to leave a review we would be thankful! Helps the podcast get in front of fellow lovers of women's football like you. Treb, Thom, and Marc lead an episode where they into a busy international break before previewing the weekend's matchesMentioned in this episode:Subscribe to Shades of Blue Network's PatreonReceive more than 20 hours of extra content when you subscribe to our $6 tier on Patreon: patreon.com/user?u=94168109

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    Episode 10 - Crashing back down to Earth

    Deepti, Marc, and Treb start by discussing Everton’s woes and how the club’s sticky situation off the field may be impacting the women’s game on the field. They then dive into the matches from WSL matchweek 8 and UWCL matchday 3 (and beg teams to stop playing out the back!), talking about which teams are on the rise and which ones are crashing hard. Lastly they preview the next week’s action including some history being made and the fun initiative involved.

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    Episode 9 - A long week for everyone

    Rate & Review the podcast to help the podcast get in front of more fans of the sport!Treb, Marc, Deepti, and Thom are back to discuss Arsenal's job opening, top teams continue rolling, and much more

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    Episode 8: Getting flewed out.... for international duty!

    Rate and review the podcast! That is the easiest way to help our podcast grow!The international break meant no league play this last weekend but Deepti, Marc, Thom Bomb, and Treb still had loads to talk about! We start by highlighting WSL players from each team who had positive performances for their respective national teams. Then we talk through some of the main headlines of the last week: we say goodbye to a German legend, give our Ballon d'Or reactions, discuss new investments into women's football in Europe, voice frustrations with the JFF, and more

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    Episode 7 - “Footballers have LinkedIn?!”

    Please if you have not RATE & REVIEW our podcast. Helps push our podcast to fans of Women's football and of WSL. “deepti, marc, thom bomb, and treb are back this week to discuss more WSL and UWCL action.first, we discuss the fine line between valid criticism and toxic comments, and whether the culture around women’s football is changing.then, we recap matchday 5 in the super league as well as the second round of group stage play in the champions league. finally, we talk about the upcoming international break and any surprise call-ups.”

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    Ep. 6 - Conscious uncoupling and table separation

    Please rate and review the podcast! That is the best way to help our podcast grow!Deepti, Thom Bomb, Marc, & Treb are back to bring you all things WSL

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    Episode 5 - The Treb Tracy Episode

    Hit thumbs up please and thank you! LIKE this video and SUBSCRIBE to the channel if you haven't. Thom Bomb, Deepti, Treb, and Marc are back covering everything #wsl and #uwcl. Join the newest and hottest podcast in Women's Soccer.

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    Episode 4 - YouTube and the FA are our biggest opps

    Hit thumbs up please and thank you! LIKE this video and SUBSCRIBE to the channel if you haven't!Thom Bomb, Deepti, Treb, and Marc are back covering everything #wsl and #uwcl. Join the newest and hottest in Women's Soccer

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    Episode 3 - Kickin’ It for Kickoff

    Thank you for listening to 'The Twelve!' Please give our podcast a 5 star rating and a review. Would help give our new podcast a push towards more WSL and WoSo lovers like yourself!Thom Bomb, Deepti, Treb, and Marc discuss opening weekend, the lack of VAR in the league, a divided response to Viv’s return to North London, and new investment deals!

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    Episode 2 - The season begins! UPDATED

    UPDATED 9/21/24 without pre-pod banterDeepti, Thom Bomb, Treb, and Marc are back with everything leading up to a weekend of WSL footballTopics:-Intro-Weekend Schedule-Transfer Talk-Predictions

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    Episode 1 - Welcome the The Twelve

    Rate the podcast 5 stars and leave a review! That is important to helping our podcast grow! Thank you in advance.Welcome to 'The Twelve: A WSL podcast' where every week your hosts Thom Bomb (Man City), Deepti (Arsenal), Treb Tracy (Arsenal), and Marc Nicholls (Chelsea) cover the WSL on and off the pitch. In today's episode get to know the personalities and dynamics of the hosts from your new favorite WSL podcast.

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ABOUT THIS SHOW

The Shades of Blue Network is proud to present to you…. The Twelve! The Twelve is a podcast focused on all things surrounding the English Women’s Super League.Our name signifies the twelve football teams in the league as well as the importance of “the twelfth player”, i.e. the fans. Coming to you from across four time zones, Deepti, Marc, Thom, & Treb will be breaking down games, spotlighting players, and highlighting stories both on and off the pitch — with a little (or a lot of) banter along the way.Whether you’re new to the WSL, new to woman’s football, or new to the sport in general, we’d love for you to tune in! Catch us weekly during this upcoming season ✌🏽

HOSTED BY

Thom Bomb, Deepti, Treb Tracy, and Marc Nicholls

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What is The Twelve: A WSL Podcast about?

The Shades of Blue Network is proud to present to you…. The Twelve! The Twelve is a podcast focused on all things surrounding the English Women’s Super League.Our name signifies the twelve football teams in the league as well as the importance of “the twelfth player”, i.e. the fans. Coming to you...

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The Twelve: A WSL Podcast is created and hosted by Thom Bomb, Deepti, Treb Tracy, and Marc Nicholls.
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