{"type":"rich","version":"1.0","provider_name":"Transistor","provider_url":"https://transistor.fm","author_name":"Laces Out Loud","title":"A Tie That Felt Like a Win","html":"<iframe width=\"100%\" height=\"180\" frameborder=\"no\" scrolling=\"no\" seamless src=\"https://share.transistor.fm/e/fc179b8e\"></iframe>","width":"100%","height":180,"duration":3545,"description":"What happens when you record a podcast while the USWNT is playing Spain?\nApparently: tactical analysis, emotional whiplash, snack discussions, questionable predictions, a little marine biology—and one remarkable comeback.\nFor this special episode of Laces Out Loud, Alli, Pamitha, and Gurushabd hit record during the USA–Spain friendly and react to the match in real time. Early on, things look painfully familiar. Spain’s movement and passing carve open the U.S. defense, communication breaks down, and a 2–0 halftime deficit leaves us wondering why a talented American side suddenly looks so disconnected.\n\nIs Spain simply that good? Is the U.S. missing the physical presence and leadership of players like Naomi Girma, Sam Coffey, and Emily Sonnett? Or does Spain’s shared style of development give its players an advantage when they come together at the national-team level?\n\nThen Ashley Sanchez happens.\nBy the final whistle, a 2–2 draw against one of the best teams in the world somehow feels like a victory.\n\n⚽ From the fans, for the game—this is Laces Out Loud.\n📸 Instagram, TikTok & Bluesky: @lacesoutloud\n📧 lacesoutloudpod@gmail.com","thumbnail_url":"https://img.transistorcdn.com/ZzdwEoELZb1-ga2qI8OXWS8c-zXxLFLQhhoCLzX-wjY/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:400/h:400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS85NThm/NjBmMTE2OTU5ODMz/NjkxYmRjZDcwOTAy/ZTdjYi5qcGc.webp","thumbnail_width":300,"thumbnail_height":300}