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Is the U.S. ready for 2 top women's professional soccer leagues?
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Jun 2, 202638:10
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She said she was still here — and then she proved it. Khadija 'Bunny' Shaw's dramatic contract saga ended with a record deal, a Wembley goal and a domestic double for Manchester City. Meanwhile across the Atlantic, Barbra Banda's stunning NWSL season hit a frightening pause. And in Lexington, Kentucky, a team that finished dead last a year ago lifted a championship trophy in front of a sellout crowd. Women's football never stops delivering.
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HOST: Jillian Sakovits
GUESTS: Tamerra Griffin and Meg Linehan
This podcast was produced by The Athletic.
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Khadija Shaw will earn at least £1.6m per year at Manchester City: Why the deal is so significant
Chelsea confirm Katie McCabe signing from Arsenal on three-year deal
There is cynicism about the World Sevens — but this is why women’s football needs it
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