Episode 202: Amanda Pérez-Murillo, Ana De Souza

04/10/22 • 69 min

On this episode we’re exploring women’s football in the Concacaf regions of Latin America & The Caribbean with guests Club América midfielder Amanda Pérez-Murillo and founder of FutbolAce.com Ana De Souza.
Plus there’s a subplot! Both guests share their experience of stepping outside of their comfort zones on the way to success.
Club América midfielder Amanda Pérez-Murillo stops by to share her football journey. What was it like to play in her sister Veronica’s shadow and how did she emerge as her own player? Plus, Amanda gives us insights on how playing in different leagues has helped shape her as a player and as a person. This inspiring young player also gives us an inside look at the popularity of Liga MX Feminil. What makes this league so exciting and why are fans showing up in droves to Aztec Stadium? You do not want to miss this interview! (6’)
Founder and owner of FutbolAce.com Ana De Souza stops by to give us an update on all things Concacaf. Who is going to win the U20 WWC in Costa Rica? Which teams should we be watching and who are the up and coming players to watch? Ana gives us the answers.
Plus we talk more about the upcoming Concacaf W Championship Qualifications and the Concacaf Finals that serve as qualifiers for the 2023 Women’s World Cup and 2024 Olympics. There’s lots of things happening in women’s football in Concacaf and Ana is here to help navigate us through all the news! (31’)
Episode Links:
Follow Amanda Pérez-Murillo on IG - https://www.instagram.com/amandaapm
Visit ClubAmerica.com - https://www.clubamerica.com.mx/femenil/
Follow Club America on IG - https://www.instagram.com/americafemenil
Visit Futbolace.com - https://www.futbolace.com
Follow Futbol Ace on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/futbolacemedia
Follow Ana De Souza on:
Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/theanatron
Twitter - https://twitter.com/theanatronfc
Listen to Veronica Pérez on Episode 33 of Women’s World Football Show - https://wwfshow.com/2015/01/11/perez-en-la-casa
Don't miss Patty's new YouTube Show Mission California - https://www.youtube.com/c/MissionCalifornia
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Original Broadcast Date: April 10, 2022
Women’s World Football Show is hosted, written, edited and produced by Patty La Bella.
Additional assistance for this episode by Amanda Pérez-Murillo, Damon Wilson, and Ana De Souza.
Women’s World Football Show website design and theme music by Patricia La Bella
Women’s World Football Show® is a registered trademark and its audio and logo cannot be used without expressed written authorization.

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Women's World Football Show, Episode 201 – Alex Morgan, Ali Riley, Sophia Smith, Emily Fox

The women’s game is vibing all over the world – and boy do we need it!
Regardless of where you are, you’ve probably been enjoying a women’s soccer tournament. Women’s football is on display in places like the USA, England, Ireland, Spain, Africa, Mexico, Asia – just to name a few.
On this episode, we take a spin around the world to check in on everything from the inaugural Arnold Clark Cup Competition in England to the Concacaf W championships to the Algarve Cup, SheBelieves, and more!
And searching for those good vibes we need so desperately in today’s crazy world. We find them at the USWNT camp with head coach Vlatko Andonovski and young stars Sophia Smith and Emily Fox.
Plus, we sneak into a few California training camps (the perfect place to find those good vibrations!), as we hear from San Diego Wave FC forward Alex Morgan and head coach Casey Stoney. Then we head north to LA to catch up with Angel City defender Ali Riley and head coach Freya Coombe.
Vlatko Andonovski - 11’
Emily Fox - 12’
Sophia Smith - 13’
Freya Coombe - 32’
Ali Riley - 36’
Casey Stoney - 44’
Alex Morgan - 47’
Episode Links:
Concacaf Women's Championship Qualifications - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/2022_CONCACAF_W_Championship_qualification
Arnold Clark Cup - https://www.arnoldclarkcup.com/
SheBelievesCup - https://www.ussoccer.com/shebelieves/cup
Don't miss Patty's new YouTube Show Mission California
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Image by: Patricia La Bella
Original Broadcast Date: February 28, 2022
Women’s World Football Show is hosted, written, edited and produced by Patty La Bella.
Additional assistance for this episode by Aaron Heifitz at US Soccer, Lisa Goldberg and Amy Chastain at Angel City FC, Noah Gold at San Diego Wave FC.
Women’s World Football Show website design and theme music by Patricia La Bella
Women’s World Football Show® is a registered trademark and its audio and logo cannot be used without expressed written authorization.

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Episode 203: Imani Dorsey, Scott Parkinson, Alex Morgan, Abby Erceg, Carson Pickett

What does it mean to be a professional? And how does being a professional fit in with the concept of teamwork? On this episode, we hear from a few of the biggest stars in the NWSL who discuss just this topic!
Imani Dorsey
Professional athlete, spokesperson, advocate, and overall great person – NJ/NY Gotham FC super star Imani Dorsey stops by to share her football journey, why it’s important to use her platform for social causes, and more.
Why all the love for NJ/NY Gotham FC super star Imani Dorsey? Just take a listen to this exclusive interview and it becomes perfectly clear. The consummate professional, shows why she has become a favorite among coaches, teammates, and fans. (14’)
Scott Parkinson
What does Gotham Head Coach Scott Parkinson think of Imani and what does she bring to the team on and off the pitch? His answer will surprise you! (10’)
Alex Morgan
Sticking with the professional theme, SD Wave forward Alex Morgan talks about what makes a good road team, the importance of being a good teammate, and how the Wave are improving. It’s always great to hear from Alex! (46')
Challenge Cup Winners
North Carolina stars Abby Erceg and Carson Pickett talk to the media after their Challenge Cup Final win against Washington Spirit. Where can the league grow, how can they improve the tournament in the future and more! Abby and Carson are honest and candid. Do not miss their presser!(56’)
Episode Links:
Follow Imani Dorsey on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/imdorsey/
Visit Gotham on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/gothamfc/
Black players for Change - https://blackplayersforchange.org/black-out-stories-imani-dorsey/
The Black Women’s Player Collective - https://www.bwplayercollective.org/
NWSL Game Changers with Imani Dorsey - https://youtu.be/0BClk7tjSdA
Don't miss Patty's new YouTube Show Mission California - https://www.youtube.com/c/MissionCalifornia
More WWFShow Links:
Follow Women’s World Football Show on Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, and our blog at wwfshowblog.com.
Listen to Women’s World Football Show on Apple Podcasts, iHeart Radio, Spotify, Spreaker, TuneIn Radio, Google Play, Castbox, Stitcher, Soundcloud, and direct from our website at www.WWFShow.com.
Original Broadcast Date: May 14, 2022
Women’s World Football Show is hosted, written, edited and produced by Patty La Bella.
Additional assistance for this episode by Imani Dorsey, Mike Kowalsky of NJ/NY Gotham FC, Emma Vanderhyden of San Diego Wave FC.
Women’s World Football Show website design and theme music by Patricia La Bella
Women’s World Football Show® is a registered trademark and its audio and logo cannot be used without expressed written authorization.