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It’s the WGFOP Weekend Preview, presented by our good friends at PrizePicks...It’s always a good time of year to play PrizePicks, America’s number one fantasy sports app. Download the app today and use code MIB for a first deposit match up to $100. What a week for Premier Clubs in Europe…Arsenal drop Real Madrid, United pull off a comeback for the ages, and even Chelsea managed to win despite losi...

Herc sat down with Bryant Lazaro, who left Florida at the age of 19 to pursue his dream of managing in elite European football. Currently working in Portugal's Top Division, he discusses the dilemma faced by coaches between player development and prioritizing results. Plus, Bryant shares his experiences with Bob Bradley and Jill Ellis while living in Norway, as well as an unforgettable story with...

The Wappingers Falls field general joins Rog to discuss Bournemouth’s no holds-barred high-pressing style, why he feels at home on the South Coast and what the USMNT needs to changes after March’s Nations League fiasco. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

The Basque alchemist sits down with Rog to discuss his high-intensity football ethos, what it will take for Bournemouth to reach Europe and… similarities to Bill Belichick. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

The breakout striker takes Rog inside Bournemouth’s brand new $48 million training facility to discuss the club’s ambitions, why Bournemouth is so appealing to elite European talent and the secret to an ice cold penalty. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Arsenal: a title chase failure or on the precipice of European glory? Rog and Rory ask the question after this weekend's 1 - 1 draw with Brentford. Liverpool go one step closer to the Premier League title thanks to a last-gasp winner over West Ham from Big Virg. Manchester City batter Crystal Palace as they try and avoid a Top Four gap year. Things get even worse for Manchester United keepers. And...

The Egyptian king Mo Salah signs a two-year contract at Liverpool. Plus, rounding up Manchester United’s and Spurs’ Europa League games, previewing the weekend’s football, and a new film studio from Cristiano Ronaldo. SUBSCRIBE TO EARLY KICK OFF HERE This is Early Kick Off from the Men in Blazers media network and presented by our great friends of the pod STōK Cold Brew Coffee, all your global foo...

Herc sat down with a friend of the pod, Eric Gomez from ESPN Mexico, to discuss the Concacaf Champions Cup Quarterfinals. They delved into Lionel Messi's outstanding performance with Inter Miami against LAFC, the surprising upset of Cruz Azul over Club America, the growing rivalry between Messi and Mexican fans, and the controversies surrounding Club León and its exclusion from the upcoming FIFA C...

Rog sits down with Ollie Rathbone and reflects on the importance of mental toughness, the influence of senior players, and the unique experience of playing for Wrexham. Plus, Ollie shares memories of his early influences, the transition from Manchester United Academy to professional football, and the significance of fan support as the team approaches the season's final stretch. This Week in Wrexha...

Mikel Arteta's Arsenal face off against Real Madrid in the Champions League quarterfinals but they'll be without one of their best defenders. Rog and Rory discuss whether the Gunners have enough fire power to upset the European specialists who are a little shaky at the back. Also, what is Borussia Dortmund's identity and should they stick with coach Niko Kovac? Can Spurs get through Eintracht Fran...

After a 3 - 2 loss to Fulham, Rog and Rory break down why Liverpool look a little sluggish coming down the stretch, and whether the title is still on (spoiler: of course it is). How did the once mighty Manchester Derby turn into a flaccid sleep-inducing affair. Villa knocks down Forest in their fight for a place in the Champions League next season. And is Mikel Arteta Everton or Arsenal? See Priva...

Chelsea beat Spurs 1-0, and Postecoglou has his biggest meltdown yet. Plus, USA to host the 2031 Women’s World Cup, previewing this weekend’s Premier League fixtures, and the Everton fan winding up Curtis Jones. SUBSCRIBE TO EARLY KICK OFF HERE Subscribe to The Raven newsletter: https://mibcourage.co/3xQaQz1 This is Early Kick Off from the Men in Blazers media network and presented by our great fr...

Herc sat down with LAFC's left-back, Ryan Hollingshead. He shared his journey from growing up in Northern California to making his debut in MLS, talked about the unique atmosphere at LAFC games, and delved into the possibility of playing in the upcoming FIFA Club World Cup. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-inf...

Who says March Madness is only for college hoops? Rog and Rory discuss the FA Cup quarterfinals in which three underdogs and City advance to play at Wembley Stadium in the semifinals. Marcus Rashford scores his first goals since recently joining Aston Villa and sinks Preston North End's cup dreams. Man City start slow but get their revenge against Bournemouth. Nottingham Forest beat Brighton on pe...

IT’S ROG… and it’s the WGFOP Weekend Preview, presented by our good friends at PrizePicks.  Welcome back club football… and this weekend is all about the FA Cup quarter-finals. Rog discusses how an underdog could achieve glory this year, and sheds light on the American players left in the competition. We preview Nottingham Forest’s tie against Brighton, and look back on a tricky international...

New York Times bestselling author John Green joins Rog for an insightful discussion on Liverpool's remarkable ascent to the top of the Premier League. Together, they delve into their favorite Liverpool players past and present, such as Mohamed Salah, Virgil van Dijk, and Bobby Firmino. John shares words of advice for Man City's Pep Guardiola, as well as Arsenal fans amidst their disappointing seas...

In very special Pod Special, Rog is joined by international superstar and Ipswich Town part-owner, Ed Sheeran, alongside Ipswich Town Chairman Mark Ashton to break down their shared love for the one and only Tractor Boys. Ed details how he first fell in love with his boyhood club, the story behind how he accidentally interrupted a Ruben Amorim post-game interview, and what has surprised him most a...

Live from the Brewhouse Cafe in Atlanta, America's Best Soccer Bar, selected by you the fans, Rog and Rory Smith break down this Premier League Season of Seasons talking Liverpool's title push, another nearly-campaign for Arsenal, Manchester City's collapse, Nottingham Forest in Dreamland and much much more. Presented by Michelob ULTRA. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and Californi...

Herc returns for a candid conversation with Rog about the USMNT's disappointing performance at the Concacaf Nations League. Now that the smoke has cleared from their fourth-place finish in the tournament, Rog and Herc break down what happened, who's to blame, and what Pochettino and players like Christian Pulisic and Tyler Adams need to do to get ready for the 2026 World Cup. See Privacy Policy at...

IT’S ROG… and it’s the WGFOP Weekend Preview, presented by our good friends at PrizePicks.  We were hoping to be looking forward to a CONCACAF Nations League final, but, alas. Instead, Rog hears from tons of GFOP with their thoughts on last night’s defeat to Panama and asks what this means for Pochettino and the USMNT going forward. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and Californ...

Canadian men's soccer coach Jesse Marsch is back and joins Rog to talk about the looming 2026 World Cup. Then they talk about Canada's prospects in the CONCACAF Nations League, star players Alphonso Davies and Jonathan David and the dynamics of coaching a multi-cultural squad. Jesse and Rog also dive into the politicization of the Canada-USA rivalry. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy...

Rog and Herc Gomez preview the USMNT vs. Panama match in the Concacaf Nations League. They discuss how this will be a real test for coach Pochettino, the role Christian Pulisic needs to play for this squad and give us their ideal lineups. They also try to figure out the USMNT striker problem and ask which forward will grab this chance to stand out for the national team. See Privacy Policy at https...

Local Newcastle lad Dan Burn helps his team win their first domestic trophy in 70 years with a 2-1 victory over Liverpool at Wembley. Rog and Rory talk through Liverpool's terrible week, and whether Arsenal still have hope in the league after beating Chelsea. Man City and Brighton finish in a 2-2 draw. Are we seeing the last games of Ange Postecoglu in charge of Tottenham after losing to Fulham? A...

IT’S ROG… and it’s the WGFOP Weekend Preview, presented by our good friends at PrizePicks.  Someone check our temperature… we’ve got Carabao Cup fever. Rog looks forward to Liverpool v Newcastle in the cup final on Sunday, and discusses what a trophy would mean for these titans of the English game. Plus, he discusses Manchester United’s new stadium plans, looks forward to Arsenal v Chelsea, a...

Herc had a candid chat with Columbus Crew goalkeeper Patrick Schulte, talking through his soccer journey from amateur football to winning the MLS Cup with the Crew. Patrick also shared his recent experience of speaking with the USMNT manager, Mauricio Pochettino, before his contract extension with Columbus and the feedback he provided. Plus, Herc shares his thoughts on the debate that positions An...