Join us in this special episode of Casual FC as we bid farewell to some of the most iconic players in NWSL history! We cover the retirements of legends like Alex Morgan, Kelly O'Hara, Alyssa Naeher, Christine Sinclair, and more. We talk about their incredible contributions both on and off the pitch, relive some of our favorite moments, and reflect on the lasting impact they'll leave on the game. Plus, we dive into everything from Merritt Mathias' epic on-field antics to meticulous squirrel-keeping. Celebrate the legacy of these phenomenal athletes with us as we remember the unforgettable eras they helped shape. Don't forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more episodes. Stay tuned, and see you next season!

00:00 Introduction and House Bunny Reference
00:45 Welcome to Casual FC
01:15 Special Guest: Eva Friedman
01:34 Technical Difficulties and Setup
03:06 Retirement Retrospective Series
08:43 Alyssa Naeher: The Great Uncle
22:07 Becky Sauerbrunn: Captain America
30:40 Sinead Farrelly: A Journey of Resilience
42:50 Merritt Mathias: The Soccer Villain
55:44 Desiree Scott: The Destroyer
57:14 Guardianship and Career Challenges
59:10 NWSL Milestones and Attendance Issues
01:01:04 Gotham FC and Stadium Location
01:02:08 Olympic Medals and Canadian Federation Issues
01:03:17 Carrie Lawrence's Retirement
01:06:27 Christine Sinclair's Legacy
01:15:24 Sam Mewis: Tower of Power
01:21:25 Kelly O'Hara: The Ultimate Competitor
01:28:40 Alex Morgan: A True Leader
01:40:08 Reflecting on Retiring Legends
01:48:58 Closing Remarks and Future Plans

Angel City FC Season Recap and Emotional Moments | Casual FC

In this episode of Casual FC, Mario and Angela return after a short hiatus to recap the emotional season for Angel City FC. Don't miss our award segment featuring our almost Iron players, top scorers, and thoughts on upcoming free agents. Plus, some fun shenanigans and heartwarming stories, like Jun's return to running and our chaos award moments. Join us for all this and more as we wrap up the season with laughs, tears, and of course, footy therapy!

00:00 Introduction and Welcome
01:03 Season Recap and Emotional Support
03:35 Chaos Award Highlights
05:33 Playoff Chaos and Museum Visit
08:25 Upcoming Watch Party and Women's Sports Bars
12:09 Angel City Season Recap
24:03 Lineup Inconsistencies and Challenges
32:06 Highs and Lows of the Season
36:03 The Mental Challenge of Injury Recovery
36:17 Rediscovering the Love for Soccer
37:26 Press's Impact and Return
38:18 Season Highlights and Player Performances
39:34 Reflecting on the Season
43:04 Rookie of the Year Snub
46:34 Player Contributions and Free Agency
01:00:46 End of Season Wrap-Up
01:03:29 Community and Support
01:05:03 Final Thoughts and Farewell

Final Regular Season Match Preview & Free Agent News

Join us for this episode of Casual FC, where we talk about our chaotic shenanisode, the last match preview of the season for Angel City FC, and big news about Sydney Leroux re-signing with the club until 2027! We reflect on our season's highs and lows, discuss Decision Day, and preview the upcoming match against the Portland Thorns. Plus, we share some fun watch party details and voting reminders! Don't miss out on our farewell to the 2023 regular season.

🗓️ Friday, November 1st at 7pm

🏟️ Providence Park

⚽️ vs Portland Thorns

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00:00 Introduction and Halloween Shenanigans
02:16 Last Match Preview of the Regular Season
03:23 Upcoming Match Against Portland Thorns
06:17 Decision Day and Streaming Issues
11:38 Chaos Awards and Off-Season Drama
17:06 NWSL Disciplinary Actions
22:58 Playoff Picture and Final Matches
26:53 Frustrations with the NWSL Schedule
28:56 Pre-Game Hype: Taking on Portland
31:25 Reflecting on the Season's End
33:00 Community and Fan Connections
34:56 Free Agency and Roster Changes
35:10 Syd Leroux's Re-Signing Announcement
37:25 Hopes and Plans for Next Season
49:15 Final Match Details and Watch Party
50:11 Supporting the Podcast and Farewell