What changed in that “proper England” performance against the Netherlands? How did Alessia Russo’s brilliance set the tone, despite not scoring herself? How did the Lionesses use Hannah Hampton as a genuine weapon with the ball in their build up play? Millie, Rach and Ben Haines also discuss France’s victory against Wales and how they showed an impressive strength in depth to their squad. Wherever it takes you. It Starts with a Swipe ®. Download Tinder today. https://tinder.com/en-GB/download Fo...
Jul 10, 2025•32 min•Season 1Ep. 26
What are the key things for the Lionesses to focus on in their crucial match against the Netherlands? Why will the calmest team be the one that comes out victorious? Will Vicky López be the new breakout star for Spain this tournament? Millie and Rach are joined by Ben Haines to also discuss the brilliance of the Swiss fans and why it’s so important the host nation get through to the knockout stages. Wherever it takes you. It Starts with a Swipe ®️. Download Tinder today. https://tinder.com/en-GB...
Jul 09, 2025•38 min•Season 1Ep. 25
Reigning European champions England lost their opening game of the tournament to France after Alessia Russo’s early goal was ruled offside, but where did it all go wrong? Should manager Sarinsa Wiegman have made changes sooner? Would Lauren James have been more effective as a sub? Can newcomer Michelle Agyemang help the Lionesses bounce back? Rachel and Millie discuss their reactions to the performance with Ben Haines, and give an insight into how the Lionesses will aim to reflect and improve ah...
Jul 06, 2025•27 min
Is England’s group really a “Group of Death” and what are the main dangers France, Netherlands and Wales will pose? What makes Alessia Russo one of the best strikers in the world? Why is Lucy Bronze in charge of the team’s wall chart at their base camp hotel? Millie and Rach are joined by Ben Haines to discuss what we need to be looking out for at Euro 2025 and why Spain’s Clàudia Pina has the potential to be the standout player at this tournament. For more Goalhanger Podcasts, head to www.goalh...
Jul 03, 2025•46 min•Season 1Ep. 23
Who is in charge of the music at a football club? What bizarre things are our duo most afraid of? Would either of them go into football management after they've finished playing? Millie and Rach also debate whether they’d rather go to space or the deep sea and reveal what their most used emojis are. For more Goalhanger Podcasts, head to www.goalhanger.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Jun 26, 2025•26 min•Season 1Ep. 22
How did Millie and Rach find out they’d made the Euros squad in 2022 and why was it slightly awkward immediately afterwards? Why was life in camp - full of volleyball, table tennis and basketball - the ideal environment for the team to flourish? How did the three warm-up games set them up perfectly and why was the game at Elland Road so special? In a new series for the show, Millie and Rach take us back to Euro 2022 to give us a unique insight into the camp and exactly what life was like from th...
Jun 24, 2025•38 min•Season 1Ep. 21
What is the ultimate Pick ’N’ Mix treat and who used to make sure they got a few extras as a youngster? If you could have any animal in the world as a pet, which one would it be? Which daytime TV show is the best and why do the girls love a good quiz? Millie and Rach also discuss their favourite paces to visit in the UK and which ones hold a special significance. For more Goalhanger Podcasts, head to www.goalhanger.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Jun 19, 2025•24 min•Season 1Ep. 20
Why did Millie turn down moving to Chelsea the first time? Why was a loan move to Leeds United the best decision of her career? Why do Millie and Rach think the plan for the WSL expansion is a win-win situation? In a new segment for today’s show, the girls also give some Agony Aunt advice to a listener who has a very interesting dilemma… For more Goalhanger Podcasts, head to www.goalhanger.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Jun 17, 2025•44 min•Season 1Ep. 19
What lessons did Rach learn from the great Carli Lloyd, both on and off the pitch? How did she turn the constant fear of getting cut into the motivation she needed to have a brilliant six years in Houston? How did a random player appearance lead to Rach adopting her beautiful dog Dexi? On today’s episode we’re continuing our deep dive into the 10 years that Rach spent out in America, as we also hear about the three people that had the biggest influence on her time in the States. For more Goalhan...
Jun 12, 2025•26 min•Season 1Ep. 18
What convinced Rach to take the huge step of moving to New York alone to pursue her dreams when she was just 20yrs old? Who did she meet in L.A. that helped transform her career and became a friend for life? What was the shocking annual pay for a rookie in the NWSL when Rach joined Houston Dash in 2016? On today’s episode we’re taking a deep dive into the 10 years that Rach spent out in America to hear how it shaped her as a player and a person, and how she came through the tough times where she...
Jun 10, 2025•26 min•Season 1Ep. 17
Why do people underestimate the mental toll an international tournament takes on players? Why was this the right decision for Millie, and the Lionesses, if she’s unable to give 100% of herself? Why is player welfare so important and how do clubs and countries build on the great work they’ve been doing in that area recently? Rach and Millie also answer the best of your questions, as they disagree on a particularly tricky ‘would you rather…’ and pick their favourite all-time crisps. For more Goalh...
Jun 04, 2025•30 min•Season 1Ep. 16
Why has the negativity surrounding Mary Earps’ international retirement been disrespectful and ignorant? Why is Aggie Beever-Jones still ‘nowhere near’ her full potential after hitting a hat-trick in her first Wembley start? What are Rach’s aims over the next two years after signing her new contract with Aston Villa? The pair also discuss the heartwarming reaction Millie received after she announced the reasons why she was missing the current England camp. For more Goalhanger Podcasts, head to w...
Jun 03, 2025•35 min•Season 1Ep. 15
Rach and Millie's hot takes on... 🐱 If you had to be one animal for the day, what animal would you be? 📺 Best TV recommendations to binge watch? 🥘 What should be on a dream roast dinner? and plenty more unexpected answers 👀 For more Goalhanger Podcasts, head to www.goalhanger.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
May 29, 2025•17 min
Grief and Football: Rachel opens up about losing her dad and playing for England just days later. Mental Reset: Millie shares how she’s been prioritising rest and stepping back after a long season. Besties and Support: A raw, honest chat about how close friendships can carry you through the darkest moments. Rachel Daly and Millie Bright dive deep into the emotional side of life as professional athletes. In one of their most personal episodes yet, Rach shares the experience of grief after losing ...
May 27, 2025•38 min
Would Millie rather win the World Cup with England or the Champions League with Chelsea? Would Rach rather spend the day being her mum or her pet dog Lexi? And crucially, given a choice for life, would the girls only eat potatoes or rice? Our pair also delve into what gives them the “ick” - both on and off the pitch - and they reminisce about how they staved off boredom during the Covid-hit Tokyo Olympics in 2021. For more Goalhanger Podcasts, head to www.goalhanger.com Learn more about your ad ...
May 22, 2025•25 min•Season 1Ep. 12
How did Millie and the rest of the Chelsea team celebrate after finally being given the freedom of no curfews? Why is Alexis Ohanian’s investment good for the whole women’s game, not just Chelsea? What does the perfect summer holiday look like for our duo? Rach and Millie also discuss the joy of the small things like travel pillows and how they couldn’t do the early morning flights without them. For more Goalhanger Podcasts, head to www.goalhanger.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podc...
May 20, 2025•34 min•Season 1Ep. 11
What’s the meaning behind all of Millie and Rach’s tattoos and what drove them to get them? Would our pair rather take their chances living in the wilderness of a forest or sleep over in a haunted house? And where do the girls regularly shop for their clothes? As exam season kicks in, Millie and Rach also give their words of encouragement and a few pointers to coping with the anxiety around these big life moments. For more Goalhanger Podcasts, head to www.goalhanger.com Learn more about your ad ...
May 15, 2025•26 min•Season 1Ep. 10
Why is going unbeaten in the league this season one of Millie’s greatest ever achievements? What techniques do Rach and Millie use to help manage their mental health and why have they limited their social media presence? How difficult is it to deal with team-mates and friends leaving your club at the end of a season? Rach and Millie also discuss the standout moments from each of their seasons and the key learnings they’ll also be taking into next year. If you need support with any topics discuss...
May 13, 2025•48 min•Season 1Ep. 9
Which show would Millie rather be a guest on - Hot Ones or The Voice? Would Rach ever let Georgia Stanway give her a tattoo? And where do the girls stand in the all-important “100 men vs one gorilla” debate? Also find out which sport Rach and Millie think they’d have excelled at if it weren’t for football… For more Goalhanger Podcasts, head to www.goalhanger.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
May 08, 2025•19 min•Season 1Ep. 8
How did the Chelsea team celebrate winning their sixth straight WSL title and who was on DJ duty for the party? How have Aston Villa ‘taken the shackles off’ to secure four consecutive wins? What can we expect from London City Lionesses in the WSL next season after they secured promotion on the final day? Rach also gives Millie an all-important update on how her dog Dexi is doing following an operation last week. For more Goalhanger Podcasts, head to www.goalhanger.com Learn more about your ad c...
May 06, 2025•36 min•Season 1Ep. 7
How was Millie feeling in the aftermath of Chelsea winning a sixth consecutive WSL title? What are Millie and Rach’s toxic traits? How would our pair get on if they had to go on the run from the police in Celebrity Hunted? Millie and Rach also have a huge difference of opinion on what the go-to curry order should be. For more Goalhanger Podcasts, head to www.goalhanger.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
May 01, 2025•22 min•Season 1Ep. 6
How did Millie help pick her teammates up after Chelsea’s Champions League defeat? How impressive was Arsenal’s performance in France that saw them reach a first Champions League final in 18 years? Do you get the chance to celebrate and appreciate milestones like playing 200 WSL games while you’re still playing? We also hear what it’s like spending a day in the life of Rachel Daly and how her breakfast choice has caused a stir at the Aston Villa training ground. If you need support with any topi...
Apr 29, 2025•40 min•Season 1Ep. 5
How did a night at Winter Wonderland and a daring escalator stunt leave Millie with a scar on her bum? What is a gratitude journal and how has it helped Rach with her mental health? What was the go-to song for our pair as they performed a duet in front of 7,000 people in Trafalgar Square? Millie also gets Rach to reveal the full story behind the YOLO tattoo she has on her bum, even if her memory of it all is a little hazy! For more Goalhanger Podcasts, head to www.goalhanger.com Learn more about...
Apr 24, 2025•25 min•Season 1Ep. 4
Why are Chelsea full of belief they can pull off another epic Champions League comeback, this time against Barcelona? What’s been the secret behind Aston Villa hitting form at such a crucial time? How did Millie and Rach end up at a random warehouse because of ‘Tony’? Rachel & Millie also describe how they had to rescue their mums after they ended up stranded together in the early hours of the morning at the 2019 World Cup in France. For more Goalhanger Podcasts, head to www.goalhanger.com L...
Apr 22, 2025•33 min•Season 1Ep. 3
Which three people would Millie and Rachel each invite to their perfect dinner party? What’s on the menu if they were to pick their last ever meals? Why is watching Disney as a grown up such a contentious subject? Rachel & Millie also discuss their favourite holiday destinations and the places they’d most like to travel to in the future. For more Goalhanger Podcasts, head to www.goalhanger.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Apr 17, 2025•25 min•Season 1Ep. 2
How did that ‘Chelsea mentality’ help them overcome Liverpool in the FA Cup semi-final? What makes Michelle Agyemang so special at such a young age? How did Millie come across a hidden tattoo of Rachel’s when sharing a room on England duty? Rachel & Millie also discuss a big win for Aston Villa before the international break and how a team bonding session the night before proved pivotal. For more Goalhanger Podcasts, head to www.goalhanger.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastc...
Apr 15, 2025•38 min•Season 1Ep. 1
Join Millie Bright and Rachel Daly as they dive into the heart of women’s football, bringing unmatched insight into the game and the vibrant community around it. The first episode will be out on Tuesday 15th April, with new episodes released every Tuesday and Thursday following that. A new show from Goalhanger. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Apr 11, 2025•1 min
