# SGS Essen's Shari Van Belle on Playing with the Belgium WNT and Signing in the Frauen Bundesliga

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Podcast: [The Women's Soccer Podcast](https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-women-s-soccer-podcast-6589593)
Published: 2026-03-19T10:54:00+00:00
Episode link: https://rss.com/podcasts/the-womens-soccer-podcast/2601580
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Duration seconds: 1400

## Resource

In today's episode, LDG is joined by SGS Essen and Belgium WNT defender Shari Van Belle! Shari talks about her first senior national team call-up, the emotions involved, and what stood out for her as she transitioned into the senior national team. From there, she shares her transition from the Belgian league to Germany, and what drew her to the Frauen Bundesliga and SGS Essen. The conversation will also dive deeper into Shari’s development as a footballer, as well as SGS Essen’s development as a team, with Shari sharing her goals in preseason and the skills she has worked hardest to improve. Additionally, Shari talks about how the Bundesliga is continuing to test her versatility and her thoughts on how the league is investing in women’s football. Outside of football, Shari shares her experience being an ambassador for various campaigns to increase the participation of young girls in football, as well as what it means to play for her country as part of the Belgian setup. Thank you for listening! Remember to follow us wherever you get your podcasts, on Instagram (@the_womens_soccer_podcast) and Bluesky (@ thewomenssoccerpod.bsky.social) . In addition, leave a 5-star review and tell all your friends about our show!

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