# #569: Kristine Lilly understands the importance of winning (Gift episode)

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Podcast: [The GIST of It](https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-gist-of-it-744020)
Published: 2026-07-02T09:00:17+00:00
Episode link: https://www.spreaker.com/episode/569-kristine-lilly-understands-the-importance-of-winning-gift-episode--72784697
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## Resource

We’ve been loving all the World Cup action — and as a special holiday treat, you can access this members-only episode of The GIST of It featuring USWNT legend Kristine Lilly. Lilly sat down with executive producer Alessandra Puccio to chat about her fiercely competitive nature, the pressure of hosting a World Cup, and her thoughts on why soccer’s rise in the U.S. has been steady but slow. It’s the perfect companion piece to your World Cup watching. Show notes: Join The GIST Plus Watch “Soccer’s American Dream” on VICE TV The GIST: 📰 Newsletter: Subscribe to The GIST ✉️ Email: pod@thegistsports.com 📷 Instagram: @thegistusa @thegistca @ellenatthegist @stephanierotz

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