With the IFAF World Flag Championships in Düsseldorf only days away, this episode looks at the stakes for the women’s tournament and why this event matters so much beyond the trophy.

GB Women have been drawn into what has universally been recognised as “The Group of Death” with Austria, France and China.

We speak to two of GBs pool opponents as Sophie Spitzer of Team Austria and Lucie Vinot of Team France each share how Olympic qualification has changed the sport, how their teams have prepared, and what to expect from a brutal group.

We discuss the rise of flag football in Europe, the growing professionalism around the game, and the thin margins that separate the top nations. If you want a clear picture of why this tournament feels like a turning point, this conversation has it.