Episodes
Welcome to Decoding the WSL, the podcast dedicated to the stats and facts in the Women’s Super League.
Join me, Sam Biccarino, as we preview a thrilling lineup in Game Week 8. With Chelsea hosting Manchester City in a heavyweight duel and Tottenham welcoming Arsenal in a fierce London clash, this weekend promises intense action. Aston Villa aims to capitalize against Crystal Palace, while Everton faces Liverpool in the Merseyside derby. Tune in for all the tactical insights and player data...
Published 11/13/24
Welcome to Decoding the WSL, the podcast dedicated to the stats and facts in the Women’s Super League.
In this episode, I am delighted to be joined by Charli & Matt from the Why Always She podcast!
In Game Week 7, Arsenal and Manchester City delivered big wins, while Chelsea’s clinical performance saw them outclass Liverpool. Meanwhile, Manchester United and Aston Villa played out a goalless draw, and West Ham edged Leicester. Join us as we dive into all the key numbers and storylines...
Published 11/12/24
Welcome to Decoding the WSL, the podcast dedicated to the stats and facts in the Women’s Super League.
Join me, Sam Biccarino (aka Stattorino), for a bonus episode as I talk through my Team of the Week for Game Week Six.
I go through each player, one by one, and give my reasoning for why they deserve a space.
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If you’re a fan of stats in football, the WSL, or both, this podcast is for you!
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Published 11/11/24
Welcome to Decoding the WSL, the podcast dedicated to the stats and facts in the Women’s Super League.
In this episode, we’re diving into Game Week 7. Arsenal will try to hold their ground against Brighton, while Chelsea head north to face Liverpool. Man United hosts Aston Villa in a high-energy matchup, and West Ham goes head-to-head with Leicester. Join us as we analyse each fixture, highlighting the players and stats that could influence the weekend’s outcomes.
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Published 11/06/24
Welcome to Decoding the WSL, the podcast dedicated to the stats and facts in the Women’s Super League.
Join me, Sam Biccarino (aka Stattorino), for a bonus episode as I talk through my Team of the Week for Game Week Six.
I go through each player, one by one, and give my reasoning for why they deserve a space.
Join the Stattorino mini league on Fantasy WSL. League code is 9QBBXCX
If you’re a fan of stats in football, the WSL, or both, this podcast is for you!
Don’t forget to hit follow and...
Published 11/05/24
Welcome to Decoding the WSL, the podcast dedicated to the stats and facts in the Women’s Super League.
This week, Chelsea and Manchester City delivered statement wins, while Spurs held strong for a victory over West Ham. Manchester United’s clash with Arsenal ended in a tense draw, and Liverpool managed a comeback win at Villa. We’ll explore all the action and analyze the numbers that defined Game Week 6.
Join the Stattorino mini league on Fantasy WSL. League code is 9QBBXCX.
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Published 11/04/24
Welcome to Decoding the WSL, the podcast dedicated to the stats and facts in the Women’s Super League.
In this episode, join me, Sam Biccarino, as we preview Game Week 6 in the WSL. Manchester United and Arsenal face off in a high-stakes clash, while Chelsea heads to Everton looking to continue their unbeaten run. Aston Villa will host Liverpool in a match that could shape both teams’ seasons, and Crystal Palace take on Manchester City in a David vs Goliath battle. We’ll break down key stats,...
Published 10/30/24
Welcome to Decoding the WSL, the podcast dedicated to the stats and facts in the Women’s Super League.
Join me, Sam Biccarino (aka Stattorino), for a bonus episode as I talk through my Team of the Week for Game Week Five.
I go through each player, one by one, and give my reasoning for why they deserve a space.
Join the Stattorino mini league on Fantasy WSL. League code is 9QBBXCX
If you’re a fan of stats in football, the WSL, or both, this podcast is for you!
Don’t forget to hit follow...
Published 10/22/24
Welcome to Decoding the WSL, the podcast dedicated to the stats and facts in the Women’s Super League. Game Week 5 was packed with excitement, from Leicester’s hard-fought win to Chelsea’s attacking masterclass. Arsenal showed their quality away at West Ham, and Manchester City battled to claim three points. We’ll analyse all the key moments and numbers from the weekend’s fixtures.
If you’re a fan of stats in football, the WSL, or both, this podcast is for you!
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Published 10/21/24
Welcome to Decoding the WSL, the podcast dedicated to the stats and facts in the Women’s Super League.
In this episode, join me, Sam Biccarino, as we dive into Gameweek 4 of the WSL. Manchester United will be looking to continue their strong start as they travel to Brighton, while Manchester City aim to keep up the momentum against Aston Villa. Liverpool faces Crystal Palace in a crucial match at St Helens, and Leicester City squares off with Everton. West Ham United host Arsenal, who will...
Published 10/16/24
Welcome to Decoding the WSL, the podcast dedicated to the stats and facts in the Women’s Super League.
Join me, Sam Biccarino (aka Stattorino), for a bonus episode as I talk through my Team of the Week for Game Week Four.
I go through each player, one by one, and give my reasoning for why they deserve a space. As well as shouting out a few honourable mentions!
Join the Stattorino mini league on Fantasy WSL. League code is 9QBBXCX
If you’re a fan of stats in football, the WSL, or both,...
Published 10/15/24
Welcome to Decoding the WSL, the podcast dedicated to the stats and facts in the Women’s Super League.
Join me, Sam Biccarino (aka Stattorino), as we review Game Week Four, match by match. Chelsea continue their winning form with a 2-1 victory over Arsenal in a thrilling London derby, while Manchester United dispatched Tottenham with a commanding 3-0 win. Aston Villa and Leicester shared the spoils in a goalless draw, and Brighton grabbed a valuable 1-0 win over Crystal Palace. Everton and...
Published 10/14/24
Welcome to Decoding the WSL, the podcast dedicated to the stats and facts in the Women’s Super League.
In this episode, join me, Sam Biccarino, as we preview the high-stakes encounters for Gameweek 4 of the WSL. Arsenal take on Chelsea in a London derby that promises to be a title-chasing showdown, while Manchester United host Tottenham in what could be another thrilling contest. Crystal Palace face Brighton, and Aston Villa will be looking for a crucial win against Leicester. Meanwhile,...
Published 10/09/24
Welcome to Decoding the WSL, the podcast dedicated to the stats and facts in the Women’s Super League.
Join me, Sam Biccarino, as we review Game Week Three, match by match. Brighton took charge with an impressive 4-2 win over Aston Villa where Jordan Nobbs made history, while Manchester City stayed strong at home, beating West Ham 2-0. Arsenal and Everton played out a goalless draw, but there was plenty of excitement as Liverpool edged past Tottenham in a 3-2 thriller. Crystal Palace secured...
Published 10/08/24
Welcome to Decoding the WSL, the podcast dedicated to the stats and facts in the Women’s Super League.
In this episode join me, Sam Biccarino, as we gear up for game week three with some thrilling matchups on the horizon.
Brighton host Villa is what promises to be a close game. West Ham & Everton are both hoping to cause an upset as they visit Man City & Arsenal respectively. The closes match of the weekend will likely come in at 2.15pm on Sunday afternoon as Spurs host Liverpool....
Published 10/04/24
Welcome to Decoding the WSL, the podcast dedicated to the stats and facts in the Women’s Super League.
Join me, Sam Biccarino, as we review Game Week Two, match by match. From Chelsea’s huge win over Palace to the close game between Villa & Spurs, all the numbers you need are here! Not to be missed are the tactical breakdowns and standout player performances, including the creativity of Mayra Ramirez and a top-tier performance from Lauren Hemp.
We also explore key stats like possession...
Published 10/01/24
Welcome to Decoding the WSL, the podcast dedicated to the stats and facts in the Women’s Super League.
In this episode join me, Sam Biccarino, as we gear up for game week two with some thrilling matchups on the horizon. Crystal Palace, the newcomers, face off against reigning champions Chelsea. Will Palace manage to hold their ground?
We also dive into Manchester City hosting league leaders Brighton, a clash that promises to be a tactical battle. Can Brighton continue their winning ways, or...
Published 09/25/24
Welcome to Decoding the WSL, the podcast dedicated to the stats and facts in the Women’s Super League.
The league is back with a bang, and what a weekend it was! This episode dives into the 18 goals, record-breaking hat-tricks, red cards, and penalties that made the season opener unforgettable.
Join me, Sam Biccarino, as we review gameweek one, match by match. From Chelsea’s narrow win over Villa, Manchester United’s dominant performance against West Ham, to Brighton’s surprising thrashing...
Published 09/24/24
Welcome to Decoding the WSL, the podcast dedicated to the stats and facts in the WSL. In this final season preview, we take a deep dive into Spurs and Palace. We’ll review their performance last season, discuss the summer changes, and make predictions for the upcoming season.
Host Sam Biccarino is joined by The Halfway Line’s Jamie Spangher & Finley Chung as they analyse Spurs’ squad changes, the impact of Robert Villahamn’s extended contract, and how they might fare this season. We also...
Published 09/19/24
Welcome to Decoding the WSL, the podcast dedicated to the stats and facts in the Women’s Super League. In this special episode, host Sam Biccarino dives into the exciting world of Fantasy WSL, now back for its second season. Sam shares his team selection strategy, from picking key players at teams with a good run of game like Manchester United and Chelsea to finding hidden gems that offer great value.
Sam explains his thought process behind selecting goalkeepers, defenders, midfielders, and...
Published 09/18/24
Welcome to Decoding the WSL, the podcast dedicated to the stats and facts in the Women’s Super League. In this episode, host Sam Biccarino delves into the upcoming WSL season, providing in-depth previews of Leicester City and Manchester City.
Sam begins with an analysis of Leicester’s previous season, their summer transfers, and the changes within the squad. With a new manager at the helm and several promising signings, what can fans expect from Leicester this season?
Next, Sam shifts focus...
Published 09/17/24
Welcome to Decoding the WSL where host Sam Biccarino delves into the stats and facts of the Women’s Super League. In this episode, we shift our focus to Merseyside, examining both Everton and Liverpool’s performances last season, their summer changes, and predictions for the 2024-25 season.
First, we dissect Everton’s pretty average season, their key departures and signings, and the importance of recent contract extensions. Can they improve on their eighth-place finish?
Next, we explore...
Published 09/17/24
Welcome to Decoding the WSL the podcast dedicated to the stats and facts of the Women’s Super League. I am your host, Sam Biccarino, and I’m joined by Chloe Woolaway and Freya Taylor-Hall to preview the upcoming season for Chelsea and West Ham.
Discover how Chelsea, last season’s WSL winners, plan to defend their title and make a push for the Champions League under new manager Sonia Bompastor. We dive into the squad changes, key transfers like Lucy Bronze, and predictions for the season...
Published 09/16/24
Welcome to Decoding the WSL, the podcast dedicated to stats and facts in the WSL. In this episode, host Sam Biccarino is joined by Freya Taylor-Hall & Sophie Whittaker to dive into the upcoming WSL season with a detailed preview of Aston Villa and Brighton.
They discuss how both teams performed last season, the significant changes over the summer, and make predictions for the next year. The discussion includes key transfers, managerial changes, and expectations for the teams. Highlights...
Published 09/10/24