Why Always She? - A Women’s Football Podcast

Matt and Charli break down a frustrating game in which the Foxes failed to break down a stubborn Ipswich defence and left themselves vulnerable to well-worked counter attacks. After the first loss of Leicester City Women's new era in the WSL2: what did we learn, were there any positives, and where do we go next? 

Charli and Matt get into three of the games from week 2 of the WSL and some of the most interesting narratives. How did West Ham stop the LCL hype train? What are Manchester United trying to do? Manchester City look to be in full flow, but can they sustain this? And Charli goes on her now weekly rant about Villa and attempting to understanding their identity.

Matt and Charli review Leicester City Women's triumphant return to the King Power stadium with a 4-2 win over Willie Kirk's Durham. Was the open nature of the game a concern, or just indicative of how the Foxes play now? They also touch on some interesting dynamics they spotted between the coaching staff from their seats in the stands. 

Charli and Matt round-up an intriguing opening weekend of action in the Women's Super League. Did London City Lionesses' superstars sparkle or are Manchester United simply way off the mark? Was Chelsea's draw to Villa a worrying continuation of some the issues they had last season or a bit of anomaly? They also touch on Arsenal's narrow victory at Brighton, Spurs looking scary and how the newly promoted teams got on, including an admin slip-up from Crystal Palace which could cost them their winning start on return to the top flight. 

Matt and Charli review the action from Leicester City Women's winning start to life in the WSL2. They reflect on just how important a first league away win since January 2024 will be for the mentality of the team and the morale of the fans. Then they get into the detail: the performance, the new additions, standout players and more.