Time Wasting with Ali Riley and Kelley O’Hara

Kelley O’Hara and Ali Riley break down the chaos heading into Decision Day, with Seattle Reign, North Carolina Courage, and Denver Summit battling for the final playoff spot. Portland Thorns help send FOUR teams to the playoffs, Angel City FC celebrates its postseason berth, and Denver keeps its playoff dreams alive with a massive win over Racing Louisville. At the top of the table, San Diego Wave's draw against Boston Legacy puts Gotham in control of the NWSL Shield race. Can Gotham finish the job, or does San Diego have one last surprise in store? Then things get spooky with some NWSL trick-or-treats, including Croix Bethune's record-breaking season, the growing Angel City-Denver rivalry, and why nobody should underestimate Portland in the playoffs. Plus, we dig into FIFPRO's alarming report on women's soccer, FIFA's World Cup funding announcement, and share some hilarious Halloween memories from their Stanford days before revealing their latest bet consequence. Chapters 00:00 Introduction 04:33 Portland's Playoff Push 10:18 Angel City Celebrates 15:13 Denver's Playoff Lifeline 18:20 Final Playoff Spot 21:26 NWSL Shield Showdown 27:06 NWSL Trick or Treat 29:05 Angel City-Denver Beef 32:03 Portland's Playoff Threat 37:01 Gotham and AKB 40:42 NWSL Salary Rule Changes 43:19 FIFPRO's Alarming Report 48:35 FIFA's World Cup Funding 53:19 Stanford Halloween Herstory 1:01:02 Decision Day Bet Just Women’s Sports is the leading digital media platform dedicated exclusively to women’s sports. In a world where women’s sports have been historically underfunded and under-promoted, Just Women’s Sports exists to shine a light on all the stories, athletes and moments that define and fuel the space. Through original podcasts, premium video programming, social media, editorial content, a newsletter, and exclusive merchandise and live events, Just Women’s Sports is committed to making it both easy and fun to be a women’s sports fan. Listen to Time Wasting here: Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/time-wasting/id1522055041 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6RTMyWpdSBY9I4vO528qX3?si=4ffbdaf315814b19&nd=1&dlsi=8ead3e4fd463490d iHeart: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-time-wasting-68461888/ Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/a6f36ad8-f5e2-4478-8650-3f6f8805810b/time-wasting Add us on: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/timewastingpod/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/justwsports Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@timewastingpod? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ali & Kelley react to the USWNT's comeback against Spain and what it means for the 2027 World Cup roster. Ashley Sanchez delivers another huge performance, Mallory Swanson reminds everyone why she's one of the best in the world, and Emma Hayes has some BIG decisions to make ahead of World Cup qualifying. Plus, the NWSL playoff race is getting absolutely INSANE. Angel City pulls off a dramatic comeback against Denver Summit, Gotham's Shield hopes take a hit after a loss to Washington Spirit, and Portland, Seattle, North Carolina, and Denver are all fighting for their playoff lives. With just two games left, Kelley and Ali are completely ADDICTED TO THE TABLE. Kelley and Ali also debut the Time Wasting Tactical Board to break down Lindsey Heaps' incredible goal and Marta's ridiculous assist, react to the announcement of the new Arthur Blank Crest Cup, and reveal some exciting details about the first-ever Time Wasting LIVE show in Washington, DC! Chapters 00:00 Introduction 03:09 USWNT vs. Spain Takeaways 06:37 World Cup Roster Decisions 10:54 Inside Denver Summit 19:32 Angel City's CRAZY Comeback 23:36 NWSL Playoff Race CHAOS 24:45 Gotham's Shield Race Trouble 28:59 Seattle & San Diego Surge 30:03 Portland's Playoff Problems 31:16 Breaking Down Lindsey Heaps’s BANGER 34:41 Marta Is STILL Magical 40:16 Time Wasting LIVE Announcement 43:26 The Arthur Blank Crest Cup 47:25 Alright, Bet 52:31 Addicted to the Table Hat WINNERS Just Women’s Sports is the leading digital media platform dedicated exclusively to women’s sports. In a world where women’s sports have been historically underfunded and under-promoted, Just Women’s Sports exists to shine a light on all the stories, athletes and moments that define and fuel the space. Through original podcasts, premium video programming, social media, editorial content, a newsletter, and exclusive merchandise and live events, Just Women’s Sports is committed to making it both easy and fun to be a women’s sports fan. Listen to Time Wasting here: Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/time-wasting/id1522055041 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6RTMyWpdSBY9I4vO528qX3?si=4ffbdaf315814b19&nd=1&dlsi=8ead3e4fd463490d iHeart: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-time-wasting-68461888/ Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/a6f36ad8-f5e2-4478-8650-3f6f8805810b/time-wasting Add us on: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/timewastingpod/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/justwsports Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@timewastingpod? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ali Riley & Kelley O’Hara break down the USWNT’s 2-0 loss to Spain and what it means for the team heading toward the 2027 World Cup. Spain’s clinical finishing was on full display, but Kelley isn’t hitting the panic button just yet. What needs to change before the rematch, who needs to step up, and why does this team need a few more... BITCHES?! Then it’s time to get ADDICTED TO THE TABLE! With just three NWSL games remaining, Gotham is closing in on the Shield, the playoff bubble is an absolute MESS, and Angel City, Seattle, Denver, and Utah are fighting for their postseason lives. Plus, with the NWSL season nearing its end we have to find a new table to feed our addiction! Ali & Kelley dig into the WSL standings, Arsenal’s shocking struggles, and their early Women’s Champions League predictions. Chapters 00:00 Introduction 03:04 Ali Wins the Bet 04:51 Honoring Crystal Dunn 08:56 USWNT Rocked by Spain 12:11 Spain's Clinical Finishing 16:48 Missing USWNT Stars 18:33 WE NEED BITCHES 20:20 Looking Ahead to Game 2 24:50 Lineup Questions 26:51 Addicted to the Table 31:30 The Playoff Bubble 36:48 Alright, Bet 39:01 WSL Table Takes 45:27 Arsenal in TENTH?! Just Women’s Sports is the leading digital media platform dedicated exclusively to women’s sports. In a world where women’s sports have been historically underfunded and under-promoted, Just Women’s Sports exists to shine a light on all the stories, athletes and moments that define and fuel the space. Through original podcasts, premium video programming, social media, editorial content, a newsletter, and exclusive merchandise and live events, Just Women’s Sports is committed to making it both easy and fun to be a women’s sports fan. Listen to Time Wasting here: Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/time-wasting/id1522055041 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6RTMyWpdSBY9I4vO528qX3?si=4ffbdaf315814b19&nd=1&dlsi=8ead3e4fd463490d iHeart: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-time-wasting-68461888/ Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/a6f36ad8-f5e2-4478-8650-3f6f8805810b/time-wasting Add us on: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/timewastingpod/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/justwsports Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@timewastingpod? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ali & Kelley are answering YOUR questions! First, they get the big one out of the way: did Ali and Kelley ever date? Then they look back on their favorite stadiums and wildest places they played, before getting into the NWSL — whether Gotham should rest players after clinching a playoff spot, why the Shield deserves more respect, and what’s really going on with the Washington Spirit. Plus Ali opens up about struggling with injuries, identity, and finding balance outside of soccer, while Kelley remembers the first time she arrived at a USWNT youth camp and immediately wondered if she belonged. We talk long-distance relationships as professional athletes, the places they wish they could have played, and where they’d put their own NWSL expansion teams. Chapters 00:00 Introduction 02:12 Ask Us ANYTHING 03:31 Did Ali & Kelley Ever Date?! 05:52 Favorite Stadiums We Played In 10:47 Should Gotham Rest Their Starters? 12:50 Put Some RESPECT on the NWSL Shield 16:56 What’s Going On With Washington Spirit? 20:09 When We Felt In Over Our Heads 27:26 Long-Distance Relationships as Pro Athletes 37:49 Building Our Own NWSL Franchise 40:51 BIGGEST Trash Talker We Ever Faced 45:31 “Glazed Donut” vs. “Mrs. Potato Head” 47:15 Our Favorite Things About Every NWSL City 56:33 Alright, Bet Just Women’s Sports is the leading digital media platform dedicated exclusively to women’s sports. In a world where women’s sports have been historically underfunded and under-promoted, Just Women’s Sports exists to shine a light on all the stories, athletes and moments that define and fuel the space. Through original podcasts, premium video programming, social media, editorial content, a newsletter, and exclusive merchandise and live events, Just Women’s Sports is committed to making it both easy and fun to be a women’s sports fan. Listen to Time Wasting here: Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/time-wasting/id1522055041 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6RTMyWpdSBY9I4vO528qX3?si=4ffbdaf315814b19&nd=1&dlsi=8ead3e4fd463490d iHeart: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-time-wasting-68461888/ Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/a6f36ad8-f5e2-4478-8650-3f6f8805810b/time-wasting Add us on: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/timewastingpod/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/justwsports Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@timewastingpod? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ali Riley & Kelley O’Hara react to the USWNT roster drop! Ashley Sanchez is back with the USWNT after an incredible NWSL season, but the latest roster also comes with some big surprises. Jaedyn Shaw and Ally Sentnor are left out, Evelyn Shores gets her opportunity, and the competition for spots ahead of the 2027 World Cup is getting real. Atlanta City FC officially reveals its name and crest ahead of joining the NWSL in 2028, and Kelley shares what she’s heard about the club’s plans — including which Atlanta-connected players could eventually make sense for the roster. Plus the NWSL playoff race somehow keeps getting tighter. Angel City stays hot, Gotham keeps rolling, Ashley Sanchez continues her historic season, and the middle of the table remains complete CHAOS. Chapters 00:00 Introduction 02:51 Stanford HoF LEGEND Ali Riley 07:12 Stanford did a WHOOPS 13:16 USWNT Roster DROP 14:03 Defenders 18:16 Midfielders 22:28 Forwards 25:05 Shaw & Sentnor Snubbed? 29:52 Atlanta City FC 34:57 Who’s Playing in ATL? 38:21 ACFC STUNS Spirit 41:15 The Table Is CRAZY 42:28 Ashley Sanchez Scores 20 44:56 Pour 1 Out for the Eliminated Teams 54:16 How the Fans are Feeling 58:37 Alright, Bet Just Women’s Sports is the leading digital media platform dedicated exclusively to women’s sports. In a world where women’s sports have been historically underfunded and under-promoted, Just Women’s Sports exists to shine a light on all the stories, athletes and moments that define and fuel the space. Through original podcasts, premium video programming, social media, editorial content, a newsletter, and exclusive merchandise and live events, Just Women’s Sports is committed to making it both easy and fun to be a women’s sports fan. Listen to Time Wasting here: Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/time-wasting/id1522055041 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6RTMyWpdSBY9I4vO528qX3?si=4ffbdaf315814b19&nd=1&dlsi=8ead3e4fd463490d iHeart: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-time-wasting-68461888/ Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/a6f36ad8-f5e2-4478-8650-3f6f8805810b/time-wasting Add us on: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/timewastingpod/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/justwsports Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@timewastingpod? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices