CHGO Chicago Stars Podcast

The Chicago Stars are spiraling after another brutal stretch, suffering their second three-game losing streak of the season while failing to score a single goal. After a 2-0 home win over expansion side Boston Legacy, losses to Gotham, Portland, and Kansas City have exposed major issues with the lineup, tactics, and execution under Martin Sjogren. With just three matches remaining before the World Cup break, can the return of Mallory Swanson — now back in full training — actually save the Stars’ season? On this episode of the CHGO Stars Podcast, host Alex Campbell is joined by Lesley Ryder of GalPal Sports to break down what’s gone wrong, what needs to change, and whether there’s any hope left for Chicago. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Chicago Stars are suddenly in crisis under Martin Sjögren, and the CHGO Stars crew breaks down why the offense has completely disappeared. After an emotional home opener win over the Kansas City Current, Chicago has scored 0 goals and conceded 6 in their last three matches, struggling badly in possession and raising serious questions about their attacking identity. Is improved defensive stability worth it if there’s no scoring threat, and is Sjögren doing enough to find answers? We also take a look around the unpredictable National Women's Soccer League table and discuss what’s standing out early in the season. Plus, the United States Women's National Team face Japan women's national soccer team in a crucial run of matches ahead of World Cup qualifying—what are we learning from Emma Hayes’ squad? Alex is joined by Tara from Scuffed’s Boots on the Ground podcast for expert insight on Chicago, the NWSL, and more.

Two weeks into the 2026 NWSL season, the Chicago Stars have played two very different games! Opening weekend saw them embarrassed in LA by Angel City who put four past a Stars team that barely put up a fight. But in their home opener on a frigid and windy lakefront, the Stars defeated last year’s Shield winners the KC Current 2-1 behind first Stars goals for rookie defender Tessa Dellarose and new striker Jordyn Huitema. What do we make of these two polarizing results, as the team strives to improve on the field while off-field stadium drama continues to loom over the club. Alex is joined by Joe Chatz to recap a see-saw first couple weeks of 2026 on this edition of CHGO Stars Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

THE 2025 NWSL SEASON IS UPON US! The Chicago Stars will set off on a new campaign with a trip to take on Angel City this weekend. Things can only get better this year… right? Alex is joined by Gal Pal Sports’ Lesley Ryder to analyze where the Stars’ squad stands ahead of opening day and what we think we can expect from a team that is still mostly a mystery under new head coach Martin Sjogren. There are so many question: When will Mallory Swanson return? What role will Jameese Joseph play, and what will the tactical setup look like in general? Have the offseason roster changes resulted in a better squad? Will Sjogren give young players chances in a way they haven’t been in recent years? Where will the Stars be playing after this year?? Plus, what are the biggest stories to start this NWSL season? We delve into the unknown on this season-preview edition of CHGO Stars

We’re back and boy is there a lot of offseason news to catch up on, as new head coach Martin Sjogren and his staff have been busy. The Chicago Stars said goodbye to a couple of mainstays but have made a whole bunch of new additions to replace them. Alyssa Naeher is back, Mallory Swanson is a mom, the Stars are building a new team headquarters and are also trying to stay in Evanston for the long-term. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.