Jordan has some exciting news to share, so she jumped on the pod with Keets and Caroline so you'd be the first to hear it. She's just signed for Newcastle United Women in WSL 2! Hear what it means to her to move back home, the ambitions for the club, and what it will be like playing at St James' Park. We'll be back with another Euros Special after England's quarter final against Sweden. If you're new to the show, make sure you give us a like, follow or subscribe on your podcast platform of choic...
Jul 15, 2025•17 min
Unfortunately Jordan can't make it for this week's episode so Nikita is by Courtey Sweetman-Kirk as they break down England’s dominating 6-1 victory over Wales, which sees the Lionesses head into the quarter-finals of the Euros. This is the end of Wales's first ever Euros journey as they finish bottom of Group D. We’re joined by Rhiannon Roberts as she reflects on their group stage performances and how they look to bounce back and return to a major tournament in the future. Plus, Nikita and Cour...
Jul 14, 2025•36 min
Nikita and Jordan join Caroline to look back on England's impressive victory over the Netherlands. We hear from Lucy Bronze and reflect on the changes that helped the Lionesses. Wales are up next for England, after they suffered another defeat at these Euros to France. We're joined by Welsh defender Ella Powell, who describes what it was like to see Jess Fishlock scoring their first ever goal at a major tournament. Plus, England's Missy Bo Kearns jumps on the pod from Switzerland, and we play a ...
Jul 10, 2025•43 min
Nikita Parris and Jordan Nobbs join Caroline Barker to look back on England's Euro 2025 opening defeat to France. Was it offside? Are France real contenders for the title? What do the Lionesses do next? We also discuss Wales' defeat to the Netherlands and we hear from our reporters in both camps, Anton and Geraint. Plus, we find out what it's like in Switzerland from fellow WSL player Maz Pacheco, who is on a mission for Sky Sports to see as many WSL players as possible at these Championships. A...
Jul 06, 2025•47 min
Jordan and Nikita are back with a Euro's preview! The pair chat all things England as they look at which player will shine, how they will look to survive the 'group of death' and who could be their biggest rivals. They are also joined by former Wales striker Helen Ward as she eagerly looks ahead to The Dragons first ever major tournament. This episode also is the start of the 'Swiss or Miss Quiz'! Each episode throughout the tournament, Jordan and Nikita will be asked a question on the Euro's ho...
Jun 26, 2025•50 min
Euro's summer is finally here and we're kicking off our Pitch to Pod Euro's specials with the Lionesses themselves! Caroline Barker and Juliette Ferrington are out on the road as they takeover a very special England media day... getting all the gossip from the squad members themselves and finding out how they're preparing to try and retain the trophy this summer... Timecodes for all the players: 02:55 - 06:55 - Lotte Wubben-Moy and Georgia Stanway 08:35 - 15:05 - Niamh Charles and Aggie Beever-J...
Jun 18, 2025•36 min
As Mary Earps announces her retirement from international football, have a listen back to our episode where we spoke with the England icon on her move to Paris Saint-Germain and all about her time with the Lionesses.
May 27, 2025•39 min
The final episode of the season is here! Jordan discusses her departure at Aston Villa and how much she has enjoyed her time at the club over the last 2 years. She also chats on how hard it is to leave a team that she's grown so close too and looks at what might be next for her in her career... The pair also give an end of season review as they look at Chelsea being champions again, Arsenal and Manchester United claiming Europe and whether or not Manchester City will be able to challenge the Blu...
May 14, 2025•32 min
This week, Nikita and Jordan are joined by London City Lionesses goalkeeper Emily Orman! She discusses what it means to be the first ever independently run women’s team to be promoted to the WSL and the impact Michelle Kang has had on the club. Nikita and Jordan also look back on their huge victories over Arsenal and how tough it was to get the three points against the Champions League finalists. The pair also pick their final players of the season! This week it’s forwards with names like Alessi...
May 07, 2025•32 min
This week, Nikita and Jordan are joined by ex Chelsea and Liverpool manager Matt Beard! He discusses how he got into managing and all his accolades along the way. He also reflects on his time at Liverpool following his departure this season and what is next for him in his career. The trio also discuss what makes a successful manager and pick their defender of the season with Sandy Baltimore, Jayde Riviere and Emily Fox all in contention...
Apr 30, 2025•46 min
This week, Nikita and Jordan are joined by Welsh legend Jess Fishlock! She discusses what it was like to part of Wales's first ever Euro's qualification and how Rhian Wilkinson's appointment has had a huge impact on the team. She also talks all about retirement and how she believes players are in their prime after they turn 30. After their goalkeeper of the season pick last week, Nikita and Jordan decide on their midfielder of the season with names like Mariona Caldentey, Erin Cuthbert and Yui H...
Apr 23, 2025•42 min
Nikita returns from England duty as her and Jordan have a catch up on the Lionesses Nations League results and how both Brighton and Aston Villa's end of season run in is shaping up. For the final four episodes before the end of the season, Nikita and Jordan will pick their player of the season from each position… this week it’s goalkeepers! They both reveal who is their keeper of the season and why. The pair’s punditry skills are also put to the test as they both give their opinion on who we mi...
Apr 17, 2025•37 min
With Nikita still on international break, this week is all about Jordan as she answers all your fan questions! From her favourite manager to play under to her most memorable game, we get to know our Pitch to Pod star that little bit more...
Apr 09, 2025•22 min
This week, Nikita Parris and Jordan Nobbs are joined by PSG and Lionesses goalkeeper Mary Earps! She discusses her new life in France and why she made the huge move to PSG last summer. They also discuss all things England as Mary opens up on the earlier years in her career when a permanent Lionesses spot was just a dream...
Apr 02, 2025•39 min
As she receives her second Lionesses call-up of the year, Nikita describes how it feels to make her England return again and shows love for her teammates Fran Kirby who returns to the squad from injury and Maisie Symonds who gets her first ever senior call-up. Nikita and Jordan also discuss the final five games of the season and Jordan opens up about the fight Aston Villa will give in their final fixtures to stay in the WSL. As Millie Turner extends her contract at Manchester United till 2028, t...
Mar 26, 2025•30 min
This week, Nikita and Jordan are joined by Liverpool’s interim manager Amber Whiteley as she discusses what it was like taking on the role at such a pivotal point in the season and what changes she has looked to make within the team. The pair also discuss what it’s like to meet your heroes and just how important it is to be good role models to young fans. As it marks 5 years since COVID, they also reveal what it was like as a player during lockdown and how much it impacted their game.
Mar 19, 2025•38 min
Natasha Jonas joins Nikita and Jordan as she reveals what is was like growing up as Nikita's sibling, the similarities and differences between boxing and football and how important it is to be role models to young girls in male dominated sports. They also discuss Nick Cushing becoming the new head coach of Manchester City and how great it will be to see him back in the WSL.
Mar 12, 2025•46 min
Nikita returns from England camp and spills all the gossip on what went down and how it was to make her return at Wembley. Jordan and Nikita also discuss how you manage playing in Europe alongisde the league and Nikita looks ahead to her sister, Natasha Jonas, taking on Lauren Price in one of the biggest fights of the year!
Mar 05, 2025•33 min
Pitch to Pod will be taking a little break whilst Nikita is off with the Lionesses but it won't be long till the duo will be back back discussing all things WSL...
Feb 17, 2025•23 sec
Someone's back in the England squad! Nikita explains to Jordan and Caroline how much her first England call-up since November 2022 means to her and details the hard work she's put into get back in the setup. The pair also discuss the recent racism and misoynistic abuse received by Bunny Shaw and what more needs to be done to limit this in stadiums and on social media.
Feb 12, 2025•35 min
Caroline Barker is joined by Nikita Parris and Jordan Nobbs as they talk all things superstitons; from putting your left boot on first to pre-match dance moves, they reveal all their obscure habits. With Natalia Arroyo's arrival at Aston Villa, they also discuss what's it's like having a new manager join the club and we have our first Pitch to Pod derby! The pair get ready to face eachother this weekend in a big FA Cup fifth round showdown.
Feb 05, 2025•21 min
Caroline Barker is joined by Nikita Parris and Jordan Nobbs as they discuss what it’s like to be a deadline day signing and look at how much Naomi Girma’s million dollar signing for Chelsea reflects financial growth in the women’s game. They pair also discuss how athletes deal with defeat and when a loss can be a good learning lesson.
Jan 29, 2025•34 min
Caroline Barker is joined by Nikita Parris and Jordan Nobbs as they discuss Jen Beattie announcing her retirement from football and give insight into the type of player and leader she was. They also review the best goals of the season so far and discuss how much of an impact fan's voices have on players and managers.
Jan 22, 2025•37 min
Caroline Barker is joined by Nikita Parris and Jordan Nobbs as they discuss the four new inductees to the WSL Hall Of Fame and how important they are to the women’s game. They also discuss what it’s like as player when your game is postponed and they also give insight into what it's like to make a return from a big injury when confidence is low.
Jan 16, 2025•26 min
Caroline Barker is joined by Nikita Parris and Jordan Nobbs with our first episode of Pitch to Pod! The duo discuss why the FA Cup is so important for lower league teams and reflect on both their times winning the trophy. They also give insight into what it's like to be a player in the January transfer window and as she smashes 200 WSL appearances, Jordan reflects on her career and receives some special messages from footballing friends...
Jan 08, 2025•33 min
Welcome to Sky Sports' new look football podcast, 'Pitch to Pod', with WSL and England legends Jordan Nobbs and Nikita Parris! Bringing you amazing insight into life as a professional player, straight from the pitch to your favourite podcast! If you subscribe to 'Three Players and a Podcast', you don't need to do anything to receive 'Pitch to Pod' every week. BUT, if you don't and don't want to miss out, then give 'Pitch to Pod' a follow wherever you get your podcasts. We'll see you very soon on...
Jan 05, 2025•1 min
Pien Muelensteen is joined by Jordan Nobbs and Nikita Parris as we ask the all-important questions to our two new players. From footballing idols to highlight moments in their career, this episode helps us get to know our WSL duo that little bit better...
Dec 24, 2024•17 min
Caroline Barker is joined by Nikita Parris and Izzy Christiansen as they chat all things Christmas! They check-in with how the WSL table is shaping up heading into the Christmas break and look at which teams will need to bounce back in January. The pair also discuss one present they would give to the WSL this festive season and delve a little bit further into Arsenal's current manager vacancy. Finally, they play a game of naughty or nice; they're given a list of football related things, from tin...
Dec 18, 2024•34 min
Pien Muelensteen is joined by Nikita Parris, Jordan Nobbs and two very special guests...Wales' head coach Rhian Wilkinson and midfielder Ceri Holland! They reflect on Wales’ showstopper match against Ireland and discuss just how it felt to become history makers by getting Wales to their first ever Euros. With the draw happening on the 16th December, they discuss who they would like to come up against and Nikita and Jordan give advice about how to approach your first ever Euros. Finally, they deb...
Dec 11, 2024•29 min
Pien Muelensteen is joined by Nikita Parris and Jordan Nobbs as they discuss which stadiums are the hardest for away days and give us an insight into the not so nice away dressing rooms they’ve been in. They also break down how is best to set up when in and out of possession and the importance of orchestrating play even when you aren’t on the ball. Finally, they show their love to the home nations as they shoutout their favourite home nation idols and their importance to the WSL. We also introdu...
Dec 04, 2024•44 min
