Extra Time with GirlsontheBall

Normal service resumes for the Barclays WSL and Championship and... us!

Join GirlsontheBall's Rachel and Sophie as they return from the recent international break and the Dominican Republic to review the most recent Barclays WSL and Championship. 

The national coaches dreaming bigger at the FIFA U17WWC

Welcome back to the second of three special Extra Time with GirlsontheBall episodes from the U17 FIFA Women's World Cup in the Dominican Republic.
In this one, Rachel and Sophie dive into the life of a national team coach. Talking to 4 national team coaches at the U17WWC, they explore: what it takes to get there, who supported their journey and what it’s like leading a team on the world stage.
This coverage is supported by Xero, a small business accounting software and Official Partner of the FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup.
Big thanks to US Soccer, Katie Schoepfer, the FA, Natalie Henderson, New Zealand Football, Alana Gunn and the Dominican Republic team.

Bringing Data, Analysis and Technology to life at the U17 FIFA Women's World Cup

Welcome back to the first of three special Extra Time with GirlsontheBall episodes from the U17WWC in the Dominican Republic.
In this one, Rachel and Sophie dive into all things data, analysis and technology. Exploring what FIFA are doing off the pitch to help improve the action on it with great input and insight from their Technical Study Group.
This coverage is supported by Xero, a small business accounting software and Official Partner of the FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup.
Big thanks to Pascal, Vanessa, Elliot and Shaun for their time. For more information about the work FIFA are doing, visit: https://www.fifatrainingcentre.com/en/

A Final Group Game Defeat but the Young Lionesses Progress

Join Rachel and Sophie in the Dominican Republic as they cover the Young Lionesses group stage at the U17 FIFA Women's World Cup. In this episode, they look back at England's 4-0 defeat to one of the tournament favourites, North Korea. 
This coverage is supported by Xero, a small business accounting software and official partner of FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup.

U17 Lionesses Dig Deep to Beat Mexico

Join Rachel and Sophie in the Dominican Republic as they cover the Young Lionesses group stage at the U17 FIFA Women's World Cup. In this episode, the look back at England's crazy game against Mexico, where they came back from 2-1 down with only ten players to win 4-2 and book themselves a place in the quarter finals. 
This coverage is supported by Xero, a small business accounting software and official partner of FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup.

U17 Lionesses Kick Off their World Cup Campaign

Join Rachel and Sophie in the Dominican Republic as they cover the Young Lionesses group stage at the U17 FIFA Women's World Cup. In this episode, the look back at England's opening fixture against Kenya.
 
This coverage is supported by Xero, a small business accounting software and official partner of FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup.

Super Sub | Lowri Roberts

Extra Time with GirlsontheBall Super Sub episodes are back. With these extra episodes Rachel and Sophie are aiming to explore the journeys and the work of people involved on and off the pitch in women's football. Today's episode is with Women's Sports Consultant, Lowri Roberts who has gone from leading the marketing at Bristol Academy to working in the FA to being the first Head of Women's Football at the Welsh FA. She has now taken the plunge to work for herself as a consultant. 

Palace make history + youngsters take centre stage

Join Rachel and and a very sleepySophie on Extra Time with GirlsontheBall as they look back at the third weekend of the Barclays WSL. Palace made history with their first ever Barclays WSL win. There were five-goal thrillers, spectacular free-kicks and contentious decisions. Plus England youngsters shine.

Champions hit 7 while challengers grind out wins

Join Rachel and Sophie on Extra Time with GirlsontheBall as they look back at the second weekend of the Barclays WSL. There were goals galore underlights, last ditch comebacks and some rather nervy victories. Sophie also picks out her player of the weekend as well as a moment that caught her attention.

Debutants Dazzle in WSL Opening Weekend

Join Rachel and Sophie on Extra Time with GirlsontheBall as they look back at the blockbuster opening weekend of the Barclays WSL. New managers got their feet wet, debutants shone and the Emirates hosted yet another clash of the titans. Sophie also picks out her player of the weekend as well as a tactical switch that caught her attention.