Is the U.S. ready for 2 top women's professional soccer leagues?

She said she was still here — and then she proved it. Khadija 'Bunny' Shaw's dramatic contract saga ended with a record deal, a Wembley goal and a domestic double for Manchester City. Meanwhile across the Atlantic, Barbra Banda's stunning NWSL season hit a frightening pause. And in Lexington, Kentucky, a team that finished dead last a year ago lifted a championship trophy in front of a sellout crowd. Women's football never stops delivering._______________HOST: Jillian SakovitsGUESTS: Tamerra Griffin and Meg LinehanThis podcast was produced by The Athletic._______________Referenced on the show:Khadija Shaw will earn at least £1.6m per year at Manchester City: Why the deal is so significantChelsea confirm Katie McCabe signing from Arsenal on three-year dealThere is cynicism about the World Sevens — but this is why women’s football needs it_______________Get in touch: ⁠⁠fulltime@theathletic.com⁠⁠Follow on Instagram and TikTok: @tafulltimeSubscribe to our Youtube channel: hereSubscribe to the Full Time newsletter ⁠⁠here⁠⁠Visit the Yahoo Women's Sports hub ⁠⁠here Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.