Flo Lloyd-Hughes is joined by Kate Longhurst and Jessy Parker Humphreys to discuss a frantic weekend of Nations League action. They break down England’s comeback against the Netherlands at Wembley and big defeats for Sweden and Spain. Plus, listener questions and a European club competition reboot. Host: Flo Lloyd-Hughes Guests: Kate Longhurst and Jessy Parker Humphreys Producer: Jonathan Fisher Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Dec 04, 2023•54 min
Flo Lloyd-Hughes is joined by Kate Longhurst and Jessy Parker Humphreys for a breakdown of Manchester City’s thrashing of Tottenham. There’s love for Bunny Shaw and Beth Mead, but worry for West Ham. Plus we look ahead to England’s pivotal games in the Nations League and some squad changes. Host: Flo Lloyd-Hughes Guests: Kate Longhurst and Jessy Parker Humphreys Producer: Jonathan Fisher Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Nov 27, 2023•1 hr 6 min
Flo Lloyd-Hughes is joined Jessy Parker Humphreys and Becky Taylor-Gill for the return of the 'Counter Pressed' Book Club. They discuss the women’s football romantic and … erotic novel 'Cleat Cute' by Meryl Wilsner. Content note: Please be advised that this episode discusses a book with graphic sex scenes, uses some of the language contained in it, and is intended for adult consumption only. It may not be suitable for all audiences, therefore, discretion is advised. Host: Flo Lloyd-Hughes Guests...
Nov 23, 2023•44 min
Flo Lloyd-Hughes is joined by Jessy Parker Humphreys and Becky Taylor-Gill to reflect on a memorable Manchester derby at Old Trafford. There’s also lots of chat about away fans and ticket sales and “big stadiums.” Plus, we answer some listener questions. Host: Flo Lloyd-Hughes Guests: Jessy Parker Humphreys and Becky Taylor-Gill Producer: Jonathan Fisher Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Nov 20, 2023•1 hr 5 min
Flo Lloyd-Hughes is joined by Kate Longhurst and Becky Taylor-Gill to run through all the drama from the first round of group games in the UEFA Champions League. There’s ref discourse, of course, and some love for some of the teams that are punching above their weight in the group of death. Host: Flo Lloyd-Hughes Guests: Kate Longhurst and Becky Taylor-Gill Producer: Alex Adey Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Nov 16, 2023•56 min
Flo Lloyd-Hughes is joined by Kate Longhurst and Jessy Parker Humphreys to chat through the ultimate NWSL Championship game as Gotham stormed to a first league title, plus Leicester’s collapse against Arsenal and City’s shock defeat to Brighton. Host: Flo Lloyd-Hughes Guests: Jessy Parker Humphreys and Kate Longhurst Producer: Alex Adey Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Nov 13, 2023•1 hr 4 min
Flo Lloyd-Hughes is joined by Jessy Parker Humphreys and Becky Taylor-Gill to preview the return of the UEFA Women’s Champions League and also look ahead to the NWSL Championship game. Host: Flo Lloyd-Hughes Guests: Jessy Parker Humphreys and Becky Taylor-Gill Producer: Jonathan Fisher Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Nov 09, 2023•58 min
Flo Lloyd-Hughes is joined by Kate Longhurst and Jessy Parker Humphreys to reflect on a dramatic weekend in the WSL that was headlined by the news that Emma Hayes will be leaving Chelsea at the end of the season. They discuss what this means for Chelsea and the USWNT if her appointment is confirmed. Plus, Villa’s crisis continues, and Arsenal bobble past Man City. Host: Flo Lloyd-Hughes Guests: Jessy Parker Humphreys and Kate Longhurst Producer: Jonathan Fisher Learn more about your ad choices. ...
Nov 06, 2023•1 hr 10 min
Flo Lloyd-Hughes is joined by Ian Wright, Jessy Parker Humphreys, and Becky Taylor-Gill to discuss the new Wagatha Christie documentary on Disney+. They go deep into Coleen and Wayne Rooney’s journey, and the public head-to-head with Rebekah Vardy that had the world gripped. Host: Flo Lloyd-Hughes Guests: Jessy Parker Humphreys, Becky Taylor-Gill and Ian Wright Producer: Jonathan Fisher Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Nov 02, 2023•38 min
Flo Lloyd-Hughes and Jessy Parker Humphreys chat through England’s return to winning ways in the Nations League. Plus, they chat through who might be taking on the biggest head coaching role in women’s soccer. Host: Flo Lloyd-Hughes Guest: Jessy Parker Humphreys Producer: Jonathan Fisher Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Oct 30, 2023•36 min
Flo Lloyd-Hughes is joined by Gilly Flaherty and Jessy Parker Humphreys for an England next-gen special. They chat through some of the best and brightest under-23 players and who might one day be making it into Sarina Wiegman’s squad. Host: Flo Lloyd-Hughes Guests: Jessy Parker Humphreys and Gilly Flaherty Producer: Jonathan Fisher Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Oct 26, 2023•47 min
Flo Lloyd-Hughes is joined by Gilly Flaherty and Jessy Parker Humphreys to chat through the traditional chaos of Chelsea-Brighton, Aston Villa’s concerning slide and Martha Thomas’s flying form for Spurs. Plus, we show some love to Leicester City. Host: Flo Lloyd-Hughes Guests: Jessy Parker Humphreys and Gilly Flaherty Producer: Jonathan Fisher Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Oct 23, 2023•59 min
Flo Lloyd-Hughes is joined by Jessy Parker Humphreys and Becky Taylor-Gill to discuss Manchester United’s defeat to PSG (06:19) and the unstoppable Paris FC in the UWCL qualifiers. We also look ahead to England’s Nations League games (39:24) and take some questions on Sarina Wiegman’s latest squad. Host: Flo Lloyd-Hughes Guests: Jessy Parker Humphreys and Becky Taylor-Gill Producer: Jonathan Fisher Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Oct 19, 2023•56 min
Flo Lloyd-Hughes is joined by Gilly Flaherty and Jessy Parker Humphreys to discuss Arsenal’s late comeback and Manchester United’s frustrating draw with Leicester and a bit of love for Manchester City’s season so far. Plus we round up what happened on the final day of the NWSL regular season. Host: Flo Lloyd-Hughes Guests: Jessy Parker Humphreys and Gilly Flaherty Producer: Jonathan Fisher Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Oct 16, 2023•56 min
Flo Lloyd-Hughes is joined by Jessy Parker Humphreys and Becky Taylor-Gill to discuss Manchester United–PSG in the first leg of the UWCL qualifiers (05:49). Plus, they chat through Netflix’s new 'Beckham' documentary (17:25). Host: Flo Lloyd-Hughes Guests: Jessy Parker Humphreys and Becky Taylor-Gill Producer: Jonathan Fisher Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Oct 12, 2023•59 min
Flo Lloyd-Hughes is joined by Kate Longhurst and Jessy Parker Humphreys to talk through a spectacular weekend at Barclays. They dig deep into the controversial referee decision at City-Chelsea (02:45) and through Friday night's clash between United and Arsenal (37:08). Plus, some love for Liverpool and Leicester (51:33). Host: Flo Lloyd-Hughes Guests: Kate Longhurst and Jessy Parker Humphreys Producer: Jonathan Fisher Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Oct 09, 2023•1 hr 3 min
Flo Lloyd-Hughes is joined by Gilly Flaherty and Jessy Parker Humphreys to preview two big clashes in the WSL—Manchester United–Arsenal (05:18) and Manchester City–Chelsea (20:21). Plus we answer some of your burning questions (33:09). Host: Flo Lloyd-Hughes Guests: Gilly Flaherty and Jessy Parker Humphreys Producer: Jonathan Fisher Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Oct 05, 2023•55 min
Flo Lloyd-Hughes is joined by Jessy Parker Humphreys and Musa Okwonga to chat through a dramatic opening day of the WSL season. They talk about Arsenal’s shock defeat at home to Liverpool, Chelsea’s businesslike win at Stamford Bridge and a hectic showdown at Villa Park. Plus the 'Counter Pressed' complaints helpline is open!Host: Flo Lloyd-Hughes Guests: Jessy Parker Humphreys and Musa Okwonga Producer: Jonathan Fisher Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Oct 02, 2023•1 hr 5 min
Flo Lloyd-Hughes is joined by Kate Longhurst and Jessy Parker Humphreys to do a deep dive on the WSL transfer window (09:39), looking at some of the best business from the summer. Plus a brief look at England's defeat to the Netherlands in the Nations League (02:39), and a tribute to Sheffield United Women's Maddy Cusack (47:09). Host: Flo Lloyd-Hughes Guests: Kate Longhurst and Jessy Parker Humphreys Producer: Jonathan Fisher Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Sep 28, 2023•53 min
Flo Lloyd-Hughes is joined by Gilly Flaherty and Jessy Parker Humphreys to discuss England’s Nations League clash with Scotland, a traumatic international break for Spain and the end of an era for a U.S. great. Plus, we preview the start of the WSL season with a few predictions. Host: Flo Lloyd-Hughes Guests: Gilly Flaherty and Jessy Parker Humphreys Producer: Jonathan Fisher Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Sep 25, 2023•55 min
Flo Lloyd-Hughes is joined by Jessy Parker Humphreys straight after the final whistle of the World Cup final in the Olympic Park in Sydney. They try to digest England’s defeat to Spain and the legacy for these two teams moving forward. Host: Flo Lloyd-Hughes Guest: Jessy Parker Humphreys Producer: Jonathan Fisher Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Aug 20, 2023•37 min
Flo Lloyd-Hughes is joined by Jessy Parker Humphreys to look ahead to the World Cup final between England and Spain. Host: Flo Lloyd-Hughes Guest: Jessy Parker Humphreys Producer: Flo Lloyd-Hughes Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Aug 19, 2023•33 min
In a very special edition of ‘Counter Pressed,’ Flo Lloyd-Hughes and Jessy Parker Humphreys meet Malala Yousafzai and Khalida Popal in Sydney to discuss the Women's World Cup, the growth of football globally among women and girls, and their joint mission to get FIFA to recognize the exiled Afghanistan national women's team, now based in Australia. They discuss Khalida's journey to her advocacy, how they came to meet and work together, and their thoughts on the World Cup as a force for change. Th...
Aug 18, 2023•28 min
Flo Lloyd-Hughes is joined by Ian Wright and Jessy Parker Humphreys to chat through an unforgettable night for England as they beat cohosts Australia to make it through to their first World Cup final. Host: Flo Lloyd-Hughes Guests: Jessy Parker Humphreys and Ian Wright Producer: Becky Taylor-Gill Additional Production: Jonathan Fisher Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Aug 16, 2023•34 min
Flo Lloyd-Hughes is joined by Ian Wright, Jessy Parker Humphreys and Spanish women’s football journalist Marc Andrés to discuss Spain’s victory over Sweden in the first World Cup semifinal. Spain are through to their first major tournament final, but we all feel a bit weird about it. We discuss why and what the result means. Plus, a look ahead to the second semifinal as England take on Australia. Host: Flo Lloyd-Hughes Guests: Jessy Parker Humphreys, Ian Wright and Marc Andrés Producer: Becky Ta...
Aug 15, 2023•41 min
Flo Lloyd-Hughes is joined by Ian Wright and Jessy Parker Humphreys to discuss England’s cool, calm, and collected victory over Colombia and Australia’s historic penalty-shootout win against France. Host: Flo Lloyd-Hughes Guests: Jessy Parker Humphreys and Ian Wright Producer: Flo Lloyd-Hughes Additional Production: Jonathan Fisher Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Aug 13, 2023•38 min
Flo Lloyd-Hughes is joined by Jessy Parker Humphreys and Becky Taylor-Gill to discuss Sweden’s battling performance against the people’s champions, Japan, and a shaky but ultimately successful Spain performance which sees them through to the final four.Host: Flo Lloyd-Hughes Guests: Jessy Parker Humphreys and Becky Taylor-Gill Producer: Jonathan Fisher Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Aug 11, 2023•38 min
A special guest host, Stadio’s Ryan Hunn, joins Jessy Parker Humphreys and Becky Taylor-Gill to talk about the final World Cup round of 16 games which saw Colombia continue their fairytale with a tight win over Jamaica, and France swat aside a spirited Moroccan side who, despite their exit from the tournament, can look back on their experience with pride. We finish up with a look ahead to the quarterfinals, which start on Friday. Host: Ryan Hunn Guests: Jessy Parker Humphreys and Becky Taylor-Gi...
Aug 08, 2023•51 min
Flo Lloyd-Hughes is joined by Jessy Parker Humphreys and Becky Taylor-Gill to discuss a rollercoaster of a day as England came through a stressful round of 16 tie against Nigeria. Chloe Kelly came up clutch again but Lauren James saw red. Meanwhile, Australia see off Denmark and Sam Kerr returns. Host: Flo Lloyd-Hughes Guests: Jessy Parker Humphreys and Becky Taylor-Gill Producer: Jonathan Fisher Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Aug 07, 2023•46 min
Flo Lloyd-Hughes is joined by Jessy Parker Humphreys, Becky Taylor-Gill, and U.S. women’s football writer Jenna Tonelli to discuss Team USA’s shocking defeat to Sweden. For the first time ever, USA are out at the round of 16 stage. What does it mean for Vlatko Andonovski and the future of the USWNT? Plus we discuss the Netherlands' victory over South Africa and the end of a great journey for Banyana Banyana. Host: Flo Lloyd-Hughes Guests: Jessy Parker Humphreys, Becky Taylor-Gill and Jenna Tonel...
Aug 06, 2023•42 min