Tobin & Christen Discuss the World Cup Quarterfinals with Ali Riley & Leah Williamson ⚽️ | Episode 6

Tobin and Christen do a deep dive on the 8 teams who played in the World Cup quarterfinals and the 4 teams remaining in the tournament. In this international episode, they celebrate the countries that were eliminated from competition and discuss what made them so great. Then, they shine a light on the two upcoming matches and what they expect to see. Later, Tobin sits down with the captain of England’s national team, Leah Williamson, to discuss the current state of their program, how winning the Euros helped prepare the team for the World Cup, her outlook on England’s upcoming semifinal match with Australia and what it’s like having an injury during the tournament. Finally, Christen and Tobin are joined by their friend, teammate and captain of New Zealand’s national team and Angel City FC, Ali Riley, fresh off her appearance at the World Cup. Ali tells incredible stories about the New Zealand national team nearly missing their opening match against Norway due to traffic, the difference between her first World Cup 16 years ago and her fifth World Cup this year, Tobin accidentally running a 5k in slides, playing in an abusive environment and making the hard to decision to do something about it and so much more. And, as always, community questions, two semifinal predictions and Tobin’s Top Things!
Chapter Markers
0:00 Opening
0:43 Tobin’s Intro
1:19 Tobin’s Top Things
2:34 Daily Discussion
23:34 RE-INC Special Discount
24:30 Conversation with Leah Williamson
34:25 Get LMNT
35:23 Interview with Ali Riley Part 1
55:07 Oofos Fan Questions
56:49 Interview with Ali Riley Part 2
1:19:44 Tobin’s Outro
1:20:17 Credits
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[@re__inc]

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[@lizusonesi]

Tobin & Christen = YOU KNOW THAT IF VAR CALLS REFEREE TO SEE SOMETHING means that 4 var refs not agree with referee decision , so YOUR 2-1 VICTORY AGAINST SPAIN with 2 soft penaltys at 2019WC was a rob . please you have the dignity to recognize that this victory wasn't fair ,so spain deserved more in 2019WC ,and was posible that what we are seing now of spain we would have seen it in 2019

[@RJ-mg4nt]

Leah Williamson, Kosovare Asllani, Vivienne Miedema, Abby Dalkamper, Ali Riley, etc. have all now been on the Re-inc show, my expectations cannot get higher

[@michaelseckman4936]

knowing them they might never run out of teammates

[@christysantos9500]

"Winning does not make abuse okay!" Amen, Tobin! 100%! I can't help but think of the US Women's Gymnastics team under the Karolyis. So many Olympic medals over more than two decades, but at what cost? Hundreds of athletes, Olympians, college athletes, and local club athletes were abused because the entire system was unhealthy and abusive. Thank you for making the important point that success never justifies abuse. Love you, Christen and Tobin! The show is amazing.

[@kirstieb8025]

🏆

[@carnage5007]

The Spain Coach is abusive, meanwhile Mourinho and Alex Ferguson and just about most other top male football manager says hold my beer, you want real abuse, how bout the time Ferguson threw a shoe directly at David Beckham, I guess women have a much lower tolerant of what is abuse compared to men, sometimes it's hilarious watching these women podcast talk about things, give the impression that they are from Venus and men from Mars, oh wait, there's already a book written about that concerning relationships.

[@roselanedasilva-miller639]

Facts! We need this on a shirt and Everywhere!

[@djshiva]

I love Ali's whole vibe, especially talking about the women's soccer community as a collective and using her privilege and platform for good. What fantastic energy!

[@InTheseCleats]

Hell yeah!!

[@yjk5737]

Unresolved mysteries 😆: 37:20 - The jacuzzi story 56:31 - Christen doing her favorite scene 1:16:09 - Ali and Christen's college stories

[@couturecriminal8330]

O'Hara as well went to Stanford would be incredible to hear all three of them reminisce

[@englebre21]

That wild hearing Leah talk about how the environment has changed. I remember Wambach in 2011 talking about going around in a van, handing out tickets and trying to drum up support. Its so great all these incredible players are getting some proper support!!

[@michaelseckman4936]

its especially shameful for england and europe to have taken this long to get their players right because it just took the smallest bit of investment siphoned off from the mens side to give them quality treatment

[@shadysoldier603]

I could watch this show forever. I never want it to end

[@InTheseCleats]

Agreed

[@lauraakers8576]

Hats off to Ali Riley and all the brave women who are moving this beautiful game forward - we love you and are grateful for your courage ❤

[@rachel212bat]

Ali, Christen, and Tobin's discussion around realizing the importance of not just fighting for the next generation, but fighting for themselves as well, was so powerful and impactful. Such an important reminder to us all!

[@kycone]

I feel like this is common to all women and why people so often stay in bad personal relationships. Women will always fight more for others than themselves, and that should change.

[@stephaniee2075]

So brave of Ali to speak up. Breaking the abuse cycle in the game is SO important but so emotionally invasive. ❤

[@kycone]

Yeah, even her two close friends who have gone through similar things haven’t heard about it-she really put herself out there for this. I really admire all these players.

[@epluribusunum3596]

Thank you for another honest in depth conversation only you and your guests can provide. A side note on the incredible Colombia support by their fans, I heard there are currently many young Colombians attending universities in Australia, and they certainly added to the joyous celebration at the World Cup. Colombia was so much fun to watch. Their unified passionate singing of their national anthem was moving. They played with such courage. I hope to see the Colombian Federation increase the funding and support for their women's teams.

[@kycone]

That’s an interesting relationship-I wonder why? I’ve aways heard that Australia was a really hard place to immigrate to, even for work or school.

[@PaulaGarcia-jy1zb]

im from spain and it really hurts to see the situation of nowadays with knowing all the past. The team has only had 2 coaches. One for 27 years with lots of abuse and jorge is going for his year number 8... and its not only the coach. Its the conditions. For ex is the first time they travel with a nutritionist... JUST INCREDIBLE

[@Pancakemoon97]

Also the fact that Vilda is the coach and the sports director... Of course he won't fire himself. It's so unbelievably stupid and wouldn't happen in the men's team.

[@carmencoberly2929]

Yeah! I hope Spain wins and they throw Vidal out.

[@delfmendez4311]

Regardless some players make 6 figures? !

[@kycone]

Spain finally gets the resources they deserve and they’ll be truly scary

[@carmencoberly2929]

@@kycone very true!

[@ik1768]

Here in South Australia, the quarter final between Aussies and France was real emotion man... I was at a casino watching along with about 200-300 people, and during the whole penalty shoot out, it was so loud I couldn't hear my own thoughts. Matildas played their heart out to beat a team so higher up. It felt like we had won the whole world cup 🥹. Historic, mate! Go Matildas!

[@leiemon998]

i was at the olympic park and oh my lord the collective energy after that win was nothing like ive felt before. what an experience that was 😮‍💨

[@ik1768]

​@@leiemon998omg i saw the videos!!! It looked fye💚💛💚💛

[@alexisc3658]

It's been so inspiring to see Australia rally behind the matildas so much!!

[@kellyf5922]

Ali Riley seems like such an awesome teammate to have. Volemos!

[@hmccharmedgirl]

As someone who has watched these two play on the pitch on the club level and USWNT level, and to have been able to meet Tobin twice in person, this show makes me love them even more! They are so effective on and off the pitch and they change lives for the better!!! Please keep this show going!

[@yi306]

3:12 I'm happy that you talked about the Japanese team and cheer to them. We are so proud of this team.

[@audreymacleod6702]

“The Will of Ali Reilly” is absolutely a feeling I get each game at BMO. Special Player, Special Human, fantastic Guest.

[@InTheseCleats]

Hell yeah!!

[@thereallg4587]

*Not only did they interview Ali, but Tobin interviewed Leah as well. Very random but very cool.*

[@JamesCM86]

How is it random?

[@couturecriminal8330]

Tobin was at Arsenal and United is closer to Arsenal Women I think she is an Arsenal fan as well she interviewed Vivianne Miedema so Leah makes sense.

[@thereallg4587]

@@JamesCM86 cause it’s the most unexpected guests that u just don’t think of being on this show.

[@iLorah]

Not random but an excellent addition

[@thereallg4587]

@@couturecriminal8330 I knew about that.

[@astriddececco3005]

If anyone’s wondering what Ali said in Swedish on the show, she said “I wish you guys good luck, I hope that you take home the gold”

[@jmedaugh]

Ali's bus story is pure Kiwi energy, can't wait to see the videos.

[@couturecriminal8330]

Stateside girl with kiwi in her soul

[@Edwardianschool]

Brainy talk mixed with heartstring moments, just another pitch-perfect episode! ! Loved hearing from Leah”mama-captain-for-life” Williamson & the always amazing Ali “stand-up-for-your-peeps” Riley. This behind-the-scenes, before & after the movie content is golden. Tobin, love those bold predictions, gotta get Christen’s in there 👍

[@SilverSpenceBass]

hope they keep the show going after the world cup ends

[@kirstieb8025]

yes, nwsl edition

[@biancaestevez8454]

Agreed! Would love to see all the leagues and competitions highlighted.

[@tjeanav]

Another excellent show! This shows models how women can support each other and how to bring about change. I would also love for Ali Riley to have her own show. More content like this is needed.

[@InTheseCleats]

For real!!

[@maureenvite1319]

Grateful we have more of the RE-CAP show!!! The best show ever!! Did not know this show was missing until now!! Thank you!! 💚💚

[@InTheseCleats]

So good

[@onjiliqueva1231]

Being from NZ, football (soccer) isn’t one of our big sports. But watching the fifa World Cup changed my mind. The skill, heart and passion the players have and showed this tournament was incredible. And I have watched every game every since it started. This maybe my new sport to try out next year 😂

[@acfcfan7812]

"The Taylor Swift thing" I need to know if Tobin and Christen got to see the Eras Tour!! Another amazing episode!

[@user-jn6xc7ll7n]

Can we get Jenni on this show please!! Loved Ali Riley though! She puts her heart and soul in every team she's on. Everyone's hype woman! I love all these different guests and am always surprised/excited for each one. Can't wait for the next one!

[@kirstieb8025]

yes, the Spanish leaders. Perhaps they can shed some light about what’s going on and put pressure on the federation. The beautiful thing is I’m sure they can reach these players just via text with who they played with. and who knows who

[@coachholly21]

Jenni Hermoso would be awesome!

[@nikkid5875]

I imagine they can't until any legal or disciplinary proceedings happen.

[@camillerussell3010]

Such a good interview with Ali. Happy to get to hear more of her story. Love this show ❤

[@ca2ne]

Watching these conversations highlighting the sea change of attitudes in the women's game has been amazing. Only here, only with these hosts and these guests! Great episode.

[@carminasum7682]

Each episode is better than the last!!! Such amazing behind the scenes from Ali. Wow

[@kelreneegranger]

This was such a great episode! Ali and Leah on the same ep was a great idea!!

[@anger101]

Top tier guests and so much quality football discussions. Love this show so much.

[@jasonhechler9520]

Just want to say that the re-cap show has been some amazing analysis for this WWC. Looking forward to seeing it continue after the world cup is over. Perhaps for some of the club leagues or other tournaments in the future? Thanks again for the real, in-depth, sports analysis!

[@panamenopty305]

Great show! As a Colombian fan, proud of team. My favorite team left is Spain. Love #Selma Paralluelo’s game. What a story and what left finishing. Hope to see them in the finals. Saludos

[@marianjensen5520]

This platform is so well done. Wonderful to hear this in-depth interview with ALI, a player who might not be as well known but who has a dual country experience and has done so much to bring attention to NZ and promote global growth of the game. Brains and heart!! You women ROCK!!

[@patg3678]

I really like Tobin’s analysis of the games.

[@couturecriminal8330]

Top tier

[@jaredjohnson8553]

I'm hoping with two games left Amanda Ilestedt can become the first Central Defender ever to win the Golden Boot at a World Cup. That would be cool AF.

[@philjellen4625]

Effing love love love this show bc of how you choose to use your platform, the perspectives you share, and the messaging. Amazing

[@kesoudzilauri9133]

Well, I am huge fan of Spain n Australia. I am rooting for Spain, but it's really hard not to see players who deserved to be there... For exampl, Mapi Leon is the gr8 athlete, she's so talented and inspiring, I totally understand her situation... Still, I'd be happy to see Alexia and Jenny winning or playing in finals. thnx for the episode and your thoughts regarding all the probs...

[@Pancakemoon97]

I'm kind of conflicted on that cause I don't want Vilda to succeed and Mapi to miss it but of course it would be awesome for Bonmati, Battle, Putellas & Co.

[@kesoudzilauri9133]

@@Pancakemoon97 exactly. Same here )) hope some changes will be made and Mapi will return to squad without worries n regrets….

[@Pancakemoon97]

@@kesoudzilauri9133 would be great but I don't see it at the moment to be honest. But let's see! Would help to have Alexia on her side

[@user-tf9rq1mz5t]

Love Ali so much and and love christen’s take on Spain

[@user-vb9tq6ev8o]

Nailed it again. Love Ali Riley! Leah Williamson bonus. Keep it up.

[@gqpatf1540]

Agree 100% with Tobin in regards to Keira needing help in the middle and Katie Zelem is the right choice in a double pivot and put Georgia Stanway at the 10. England to break the hearts of the Aussies and get to the final.

[@user-or1qn4vl2c]

Keep the episodes coming. 🧡🐰

[@kasimircobarrubias6096]

Loved this! I've waited forever for a podcast of this caliber.

[@user-vu7sd8ip9i]

Once again a terrific show, well done!

[@42cwills]

What y’all are doing with this show is special. You’ve created a space full of love and authenticity - something I never knew could be in a ‘sports show’. Thank you for standing for the respect and leadership of women through the world. Keep up the great work!!!

[@TSH777WZZ]

Gets better every ep, I don’t want it to end!!❤️

[@fluffy485]

By the way, I think this is the best show about the United States women’s national team. You have got a loyal follower!!!

[@marianaweber1554]

Another fantastic episode! This series has quickly become such a go to and favorite

[@mahirabiswas6894]

Love this show. Very insightful analysis

[@maryiced3931]

You all are so awesome. Thanks for sharing your thoughts and soccer knowledge

[@sinyilam5469]

This show is getting better and better and I’m hooked so bad!!! ❤

[@ldd9672]

Thanks. Good watch. Enjoyed

[@mstevens23]

thanks for another amazing episode!! loved hearing from both ali and leah, both such incredible players and people 🧡

[@Epaulshi]

Another amazing episode worth waiting for! Ali Riley has so much heart and positive energy! Ali is such a great story teller too! Can't wait to hear her and Kristen's college stories 🙂

[@jessicaojala5490]

Love the recap show ❤

[@DeeFaj]

Love love Ali Riley 💜 thank you for all you've done for the sport!

[@patrickmagrady3563]

Superb show. The interviews were genuinely informative and heartfelt. Right on!!!!

[@piemacri]

Another great episode! Loved Ali!

[@StephanieRury]

Another amazing episode! Love Ali and Leah! The guest list is just incredible. That oofos segment was cut short this time, gonna need an extended version next time to make up for it. :)

[@ffdgghhjj346]

beautiful interview !

[@BobKumagai]

Tobin and Christen do such great work - the guests are wonderful and getting to hear from players like Vivienne Miedema, Leah Williamson, Kosovare Asllani and Ali Riley have helped me gain a much greater appreciation for the global game and its athletes. Keep up the great job - I look forward to every episode.

[@Jonah2332_lol]

Loved this episode!

[@krisjohnson-proctor355]

Nice one girls,thanks! I love Ali Riley, been watching her for years. And just great that you interviewed Leah too. She is our (erm, i’m English 😘) Captain fantastic and we miss her, sigh.

[@mweitz1213]

These are so damn good!

[@valeriavalle715]

Me ha encantado tu programa desde el día uno, Felicidades!

[@jbear4240]

I was in the stadium to watch the Matildas vs France match. It was amazing! Aus is a rugby and AFL (Aussie rules football) nation (very male focused) but the whole nation is now supporting the Matildas. The detractors of women's soccer say it doesn't bring in $ but it's estimated it will bring in around 5 and a half billion to the economy. And as for no one watching Women's football, 37% of the nation watched the game (and that's the figures from only one TV channel so it's actually higher). I nearly cried when I saw young boys wearing shirts with a woman's name on it. Never thought I'd see the day. Women's soccer is here to stay. Just amazing. Carn Straya! (C'mon Australia!) Btw I'm Australian but whoever wins in the Aus vs Eng game, it will still be a win for Women's football.

[@golden.lights.twinkle2329]

There are lots of female sports in Australia: football, rugby, volleyball, tennis, cricket, netball. Most sports are now played by men and women. Netball is about the only single-sex sport and that is female-only.

[@jbear4240]

@@golden.lights.twinkle2329 You kinda missed the point here. There are women's sports in Australia but they are not as supported or their players as well known as the men's. 10 years ago only 8% of sports articles featured women. That number is now higher but in no way comparable to men's. Women get less sponsorship deals as well and/or have difficulty securing them. Just ask our netball team. The Matildas scored a double whammy - they brought attention to a code which has traditionally struggled against three other football codes AND women soccer players. Women's football didn't use to exist and now it does. But existing is not enough. Thriving as much as the men's game should be the aim.

[@shawnacrompton5281]

I adore the combination of technical talk and the emotional/love of the game talk. It’s great how this show doesn’t dumb anything down and gets right to the nitty gritty. Such a great show!!!

[@DarrenFloyd]

Another amazing episode. Very glad to learn that LMNT is supporting the show. I love the lime-salt and the chocolate-salt flavors.

[@everythingalwaysnow]

Solid ep. Great to see a WOC on the show (outside of Christen of course). It would've been cool to see Riley touch on AAPI in the world of football and sport. Each guest has unique perspectives/experiences of different issues, would love to see someone like Crystal Dunn come on to talk about the Black experience. For sure thought Ali and Christen would've taken a moment to brag about Stanford players dominating the national team.

[@nebraska7891]

I couldn't click fast enough, this is the best show!

[@Jansushiheart]

I LOVE the conversations happening on this show. Not only has it helped me learn more about women’s soccer from the players’ perspective, but I’m able to take so much from this just as a woman in general. I feel so full 😊 Love love love it keep doin your thing Tobin and christen!

[@jesmeebaruah4245]

Amazing Episode ❤

[@annameinheart]

Ali is just such a great person! Her energy is so infectious

[@anniecashman7432]

Great show, don't want it to end when the WC does!!!

[@natnielnel]

Ah such a good episode. There was so much in this to unpack. Loved hearing all about Ali’s stories. Really hoping Tobin is wrong about the Spain & Sweden game, though. That seriously better not happen my sleep schedule is so messed up from staying up too long at night.

[@suehammett]

🤪 Spain won. I’m England and a Man United fan in Manchester….I believe England will beat the Aussies 🦁🦁🏴🏴❤

[@nickvanhakim]

Very interesting episode. Keep it up

[@rynejones8513]

Finally getting around to catching up on these episodes and I really appreciated Ali Riley's story about their match against Norway. You don't usually hear the events leading up to the match starting and with how chaotic it was I find it more impressive that their team was able to rise to the occasion and get that first victory for their nation. I wish her luck in the rest of her career.

[@MiguelSantos-vf5yn]

Great show thank you .

[@user-uq7yt9yv5v]

I love watching you guys on this show - I really hope this will continue after the world cup because you are so fun to watch!

[@wunderfulism]

The people captain ❤ none other than Ali Riley :) thank you goats 🐐, for pushing and upholding standards in women sports. Big thumbs up to the sponsors for helping make this podcast come to live 🎉

[@kirstieb8025]

yes, hope they are making good $ from these

[@mayracarrasco]

Big RIP Colombia!!! 😢😢😢 tournament fave! Let’s go South America!!!

[@dtdtdtdtification]

i love Ali so much. that's my captain!

[@zairajimenez1047]

OMG!!! So excited that Ali was on the show!! The best guest so far 😭❤️ I love her so much! She is so kind and positive! Her vibe is amazing!! Ughh, she's just great!

[@InTheseCleats]

Love Ali!!

[@PatriciaFredanel]

I am really hoping for a Spain vs Australia final! 🤞🤞

[@PatriciaFredanel]

Also, Christen Press Spain fan confirmed 😊

[@francescahw69]

I disagree, huge fan of the Sweeden team and the lionesses are so freacking good so we will see, how it goes.

[@vilions7532]

U were close 😂

[@jerryfoust3860]

You two are a great team. This show is the best of its class. Only Men in Blazers is comparable in quality. Thanks.

[@kirstieb8025]

91st w midge purce and katie nolan is good too

[@julieh4481]

Great interviews really interesting insights

[@acapellacious]

This episode is so epic. I just keep crying. Like... all day... just thinking about it.

[@Incrediblyfar]

This WC has been so bittersweet for me as a Spaniard. I want my country to win, but at the same time I feel bad rooting for them because the Federation will use this as a way of saying they were right in the first place. I can’t watch their games without thinking about those great players like Mapi or Patri that have been giving their all to the NT for years and they won’t get to enjoy the results if they do end up winning.

[@Pancakemoon97]

I feel the same :/

[@radiantjw1]

I love this show! Both very knowledgeable but they don’t hit you over the head with it like a lot of other shows.

[@kycone]

What “it” are you referring to?

[@kindakatams9311]

I like the bit where they talk about Spain cause people are being a bit harsh on the players that has returned without really understanding their motives, it's an extremely sad situation for all players both who returned to an abusive environment in the hopes of change or the ones who gave up their dreams of playing in the world cup and sadly the outcome after all of this can benefit only the coach in a place as corrupt as the Spanish federation

[@anacarranzagzz5430]

I can't stop smiling 😁😊 this show is so positive contagious and inspiring... I don't need to be a professional player to feel so motivated and do great things in my daily life... thank you so much gals, we absolutely love you. Things are getting better for women in sports... this is just the beginning. 🩷🧡

[@kellysuggmcd]

Love you two and how much you bring to Gal Sport Culture!

[@loveyoulikecandy6747]

Another great episode. Ali Riley, all the love for you. Boomer wanted to hear christen college stories.

[@wf1g]

Best Content of this World Cup. Thank YOU ! I bought a pair of socks too !!

[@samanthabeee6138]

Best way to start my birthday. Thank you 😂😂😂

[@epach1747]

a good episode.

[@Person-zx9rb]

you dont know how much i screamed when i saw leah williamson's name there

[@meggh517]

Tobin, I thought we were friends! How you are gonna predict against my English gals like that?! What an amazing show as ever, such impressive guests. I had the honour of meeting Ali 8 yrs ago at a Man City game, she's such a stalwart of the sport.

[@suehammett]

England will win 🤪🤪🏴🦁🏴🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿

[@felipestrm]

best world cup content by far