Should NWSL be worried? | Team Needs: Portland Thorns | BWSL Preview: Man City vs Arsenal

Lisa Carlin, Sandra Herrera, and Christine Cupo debate the NWSL vs the WSL as players continue to flock overseas this offseason. With rumors that more could be on their way, should the NWSL be worried? Then, the group bring you up to speed with all the latest transfers, trades, and signings around the world followed by a look at the Portland Thorns specifically and their team needs. And finally, a preview of the Barclays Women's Super League Week 13 matchup between Manchester City and Arsenal.

00:00 Intros
02:10 Why are players leaving the NWSL in favor of WSL?
04:10 Should the NWSL be concerned?
10:57 Does Emma Hayes have anything to do with this?
14:16 Pros and Cons to each league
17:15 But what about all the NWSL recent gains of international talent?
22:10 Latest Trades, Signings, and Transfers
22:23 Jenna Nighswonger signs with Arsenal
23:27 Adriana leaves Orlando for Al Qadsiah
27:07 Tarciane leaves Houston for Lyon
29:38 Crystal Dunn leaves Gotham FC
30:51 Mal Swanson to miss start of training camp
32:36 Temwa Chawinga extends in KC to 2028
32:53 Thompson sisters staying with Angel City through 2028
33:08 NWSL Team Needs: Portland Thorns
35:20 Best way for Thorns to find stability?
37:00 What personnel can be brought in?
42:34 Olivia Moultrie's next steps
45:34 Will the Thorns make the playoffs?
47:32 Denver OFFICIALLY named NWSL's 16th franchise
49:09 Details around the Denver deal
52:25 Denver blueprint going forward
54:50 What should Denver's new team be called?
57:24 BWSL Weekend Preview
58:36 Man City vs Arsenal
1:01:32 Will Girma play for Chelsea?

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