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Lily Yohannes interview: How the teenage USWNT star meeting the moment
Published: 2 April 2025 at 10:26 Europe/London
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Ajax and USWNT midfielder Lily Yohannes joins the Full Time podcast for a special interview this week.
The teenager talks about her extraordinary rise, her focus on living in the moment, her relationship with Emma Hayes, her life in Amsterdam, and her experience developing in the European academy system.
Hosts Tamerra Griffin and Meg Linehan also share their reflections on watching Yohannes emerge as a unique star and how the upcoming Brazil friendlies are yet another spotlight to step into.
Plus, Tamerra talks about her exciting new announcement at The Athletic's global women's soccer team grows.
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Articles mentioned on the show:
Who is Lily Yohannes? The 16-year-old USWNT goal-scorer breaking through at Ajax
Previewing USWNT’s gold medal rematch. Plus, meet our new writers!
Lily Yohannes picks USWNT over Netherlands: What Ajax teen’s decision means for Emma Hayes’ squad
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HOSTS: Tamerra Griffin, Meg Linehan
GUEST: Lily Yohannes
PRODUCER: Theo Lloyd-Hughes
VIDEO PRODUCER: Lia Griffin
EXECUTIVE PRODUCER: Emily Olsen
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