# Mallory Swanson makes her NWSL return

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Podcast: [Full Time: A show about women's soccer](https://stenobird.com/podcast/full-time-a-show-about-women-s-soccer-725028)
Published: 2026-05-18T21:34:18+00:00
Episode link: https://shows.acast.com/full-time-a-show-about-womens-soccer/episodes/mallory-swanson-makes-her-nwsl-return
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It was a weekend marked by returns in the NWSL and farewells in the WSL. Host Jillian Sakovits is joined by The Athletic’s Asli Pelit to discuss Mallory Swanson ’s first appearance for the Chicago Stars since becoming a new mom and Temwa Chawinga ’s continued scoring binge for the Kansas City Current . They also break down the Utah Royals ’ eight-match unbeaten streak and what might explain their success. Then, The Athletic’s Cerys Jones joins Jillian to look back at the final matchday for the WSL. They review Sam Kerr ’s record-tying goal for Chelsea , whether Khadija “Bunny” Shaw might still find a home at Manchester City and what’s next for Manchester United after finishing fourth in the league table. _______________ HOST: Jillian Sakovits GUESTS: Asli Pelit, Cerys Jones This podcast was produced by The Athletic. _______________ Referenced on the show: Mallory Swanson makes long-awaited return to Chicago Stars after 554 days away Man United have been close to the top for so long. Is their current approach enough to change that? _______________ Get in touch:  ⁠⁠fulltime@theathletic.com⁠⁠ Follow on Instagram and TikTok: @tafulltime Subscribe to our Youtube channel: here Subscribe to the Full Time newsletter ⁠⁠here⁠⁠ Visit the Yahoo Women's Sports hub ⁠⁠here Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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