Lily Yohannes interview: How the teenage USWNT star is meeting the moment

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 and how the upcoming Brazil friendlies are yet another spotlight for her 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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