The Late Sub with Claire Watkins

Ashley Sanchez Is Back — But What’s Going On With Jaedyn Shaw & Ally Sentnor? | The Late Sub

Claire breaks down the surprise call-ups, the biggest snubs, Ashley Sanchez’s return to the national team, and why the USWNT worry meter is still ticking up at a few key

Emma Hayes Would Be INSANE To Leave Ashley Sanchez Off the USWNT Roster vs Spain | The Late Sub

The USWNT roster announcement is just around the corner, and Ashley Sanchez is making it impossible for Emma Hayes to ignore her. Claire breaks down why Sanchez has earne

Vlatko Andonovski Is Out & the NWSL Coaching Carousel Keeps Spinning

The NWSL coaching carousel is in full swing, and Vlatko Andonovski’s exit from the Kansas City Current might be the most confusing move yet. Claire breaks down why KC mov

Gotham & Washington Spirit Are Leaving the Rest of the NWSL Behind & Here's Why

The NWSL Shield race looks like it’s down to two teams, Gotham and the Washington Spirit. While they are both battling at the top of the table, Claire takes this week to

Watch the WSL Now, Thank Us at the 2027 World Cup: Girma, Fox & USWNT Stars Overseas | The Late Sub

Claire breaks down everything USWNT fans need to know as the WSL looks to kick off. Some of the world’s best stars have made their way to England! Here’s everything you n

Ashley Sanchez Forcing Her Way Into the USWNT Conversation & Emma Hayes Should Listen | The Late Sub

Ashley Sanchez is having an NWSL season to remember. After falling out of the USWNT, Sanchez is making a case that she can't be ignored. Claire takes this week to put the

Racing Louisville Has a BIG Problem… Can Emma Sears & Bev Yanez Right the Ship? | The Late Sub

Claire takes this week takes the time to do a deep dive into the troubles in Louisville. Racing has a fan attendance problem, but is ownership making fans the scape goat

Portland’s Shield Hopes Are in TROUBLE… Olivia Moultrie OUT for the Season | The Late Sub

Claire takes this week to zoom out on the NWSL and see how five teams are trending. With Olivia Moultrie out for the season, an already struggling Portland Thorns team co

These WAFCON Teams Will Surprise Everyone at the 2027 Women's World Cup

Claire digs into all the action at W AFCON. With a stacked group C and a tournament filled with some of the BEST NWSL talent, could one of these nations be the surprise o

Is Emily Sonnett in Danger of Missing the 2027 World Cup? Knee Injuries Explained

With Emily Sonnett down with an undisclosed knee injury, Claire takes this moment to dive into the injury window. How can Gotham keep up with a back line that's looking t

USWNT World Cup Roster DEBATE: The Players We Think Emma Hayes Picks ft. Ali Riley

Ali Riley joins a special edition of the Late Sub to help Claire break down the biggest questions for the USWNT roster as we look WAAAAAAAAAAAY too far ahead to make some

Alexia Putellas, Mary Earps & Michele Kang's Big Bet on London City: Building a Women's Soccer Empire

This week, Claire breaks down some of the biggest moves by Michelle Kang and she builds out her soccer empire across women’s soccer. Kang’s most recent signings are bring

Trinity Rodman Is UNSTOPPABLE… But Who Is the Best Team in the NWSL? | The Late Sub

This week Claire digs into the teams sitting at the top of the NWSL table as the shield race heats up. Trinity Rodman is better than ever as Washington Spirit ride a win

Breaking Down the BIGGEST NWSL Storylines: Sam Kerr, Lindsey Heaps & a HUGE MVP Surprise?

This week Claire gets into all the biggest questions as the NWSL comes back from a very long break. How quickly can Sam Kerr make an impact with Gotham? Can Lindsey Heaps

Grading EVERY NWSL Transfer: Sam Kerr, Ally Sentnor, Kennedy Fuller & MORE

This week Claire digs into all the NWSL transfer window CHAOS, and grades each move! Sam Kerr reportedly ready to sign with Gotham, Kennedy Fuller to Bay, Ally Sentnor to

Predicting EVERY Player on the USWNT 2027 World Cup Roster... WHO Was Left Off??

After a few illuminating USWNT matches against Brazil, Claire takes her first stab at predicting the USWNT 2027 World Cup roster.The one questions that looms large, can C

Breaking Down EVERY Moment of Chaos in USWNT vs Brazil | 8 Red Cards! | The Late Sub

Claire breaks down the aftermath of a CHAOTIC couple of friendlies between the USWNT and Brazil. Games that saw more cards than a round of poker. Plus we’ll take a look

NWSL SHOCKERS: Sophia Wilson, Utah Royals, Tierna Davidson & MORE | Plus MVP & Rookie of the Year WATCH

As the NWSL heads into the June break, Claire takes a look at some of the biggest surprises around the league. Utah is looking legit, Gotham’s low margin soccer keeps the

Breaking Down the Biggest SNUBS & SURPRISES on the USWNT June Roster Drop | Plus What Does Ashley Sanchez Have to Do?

Emma Hayes dropped a fresh USWNT roster ahead of the team’s friendlies against Brazil. Claire breaks down every position, including some surprises and snubs. Plus why ca

“She Won’t Be the Same Player” | Can Mallory Swanson Still Be an ELITE Player Post Pregnancy

This week Claire takes a deep dive into the return of Chicago’s Mallory Swanson. The evolution of her game, how much does being on a struggling Chicago team impact her ch