A star is born in Arsenal's Max Dowman, Tottenham survive Liverpool, and Manchester United stay hot: Men in Blazers 03/16/26

Rog and Rory Smith went live right after the UEFA Champions League Round of 16 matches to discuss if Liverpool’s thrashing of Galatasaray can be a catalyst for the rest of the season. Plus, Tottenham’s defiant win against Atletico Madrid, and Newcastle’s pummeling at the hands of classy Barcelona. Then, Rog and Rory take listener calls and talk about Manchester City’s exit at the hands of Real Madrid, and whether Arsenal fans would prefer to win a trophy or have Tottenham relegated.Order Rog's new book We Are the World (Cup) today!: https://mibcourage.co/4brQpgGCome see Men in Blazers LIVE in Atlanta! Tickets on sale now: https://mibcourage.co/3OwXrHTSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

European Nights returns as Rog and Rory Smith break down a dramatic week across the Champions League and Europa League. They begin with Real Madrid’s commanding first-leg win over Manchester City, where Federico Valverde’s stunning hat trick exposed Pep Guardiola’s bold tactical gamble. Then attention turns to Premier League clubs after a bruising round of results raised questions about England’s success in Europe, including brutal nights for Tottenham goalkeeper Antonín Kinský and Chelsea’s Filip Jörgensen. The two then look ahead to the decisive second legs across the continent. Plus, the remarkable rise of Bodo/Glimt and one Europa League tie to watch.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Rog and Rory are back to break down another wild weekend of Premier League action, including Arsenal's win over Everton, punctuated by Max Dowman's game sealing goal. Did the Gunners just punch their ticket as Premier League champions? And what does the future hold for Max Dowman? Plus, Tottenham get a desperately needed point against Slot's Liverpool. Then, Manchester United look to be Champions League bound. Can anything prevent Michael Carrick from being appointed full time manager?Order Rog's new book We Are the World (Cup) today!: https://mibcourage.co/4brQpgGCome see Men in Blazers LIVE in Atlanta! Tickets on sale now: https://mibcourage.co/3OwXrHTChapters 00:00:00 - Liverpool vs. Tottenham Hotspur reactions00:14:05 - Sticking with Igor Tudor?00:17:10 - “Not good for Arne Slot”00:21:37 - Meet our NEW MiB Podcast dog00:23:26 - Arsenal vs. Everton reactions00:33:29 - Max Dowman’s first Arsenal goal00:35:52 - Dowman, Generational Talent?00:46:32 - West Ham vs. Manchester City reactions00:55:05 - Manchester United vs. Aston Villa reactions01:02:31 - Chelsea vs. Newcastle reactions01:10:29 - Will Andoni Iraola stay at Bournemouth?01:12:03 - Michael B. Jordan - Oscar winner & PL minority owner01:13:07 - Around the Premier League01:16:44 - Letter from a GFOP: Oscar winning soccer filmsSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Big Weekend Preview returns as Rog and Rory Smith look ahead to a pivotal weekend across the Premier League. They start at Anfield, where Liverpool host a Tottenham side spiraling toward the relegation fight and searching for belief under Igor Tudor. Then it’s Arsenal welcoming Everton, with Mikel Arteta’s set-piece juggernaut facing a dangerous road-warrior side that could twist the title race. Attention then turns to Manchester City, who travel to West Ham after a bruising Champions League night and cannot afford to lose ground to Arsenal at the top. Plus, a quick blind ranking of Arteta’s best signings, and score predictions for the entire weekend.00:00:00 - English Teams European Struggles00:03:29 - Liverpool vs. Tottenham: Too Big to Fail?00:12:48 - Arsenal vs. Everton00:18:00 - Blind Rankings: Arteta's Arsenal Signings00:20:49 - West Ham vs. Manchester City00:25:38 - Nottingham Forest vs. Fulham00:26:35 - Best of the RestFootball is better with Friends. Join our Discord Community for conversation with fellow GFOPs, live match day chat, and to speak with Rog directly: https://discord.gg/DDDUcNWFHEOrder Rog's new book "We Are the World (Cup)" now!: https://mibcourage.co/3OJlfs0Link to the The Women's Game YouTube: https://mibcourage.co/4b5SXkcCome see Men in Blazers LIVE in Atlanta! Tickets on sale now: https://mibcourage.co/4bH23EbSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Rog and James Horncastle went live after Wednesday’s UEFA Champions League Round of 16 matches to discuss Real Madrid dominating Manchester City behind Federico Valverde’s hat trick performance, PSG dismantling Chelsea in Paris, Arsenal surviving Bayern Leverkusen with a late draw…and Tottenham’s misery continuing after another loss, this time to Atletico Madrid.Plus, Rog and James take listener calls, discuss Atalanta’s supporters cheering their club on after getting torn apart by Bayern Munich, and Liverpool falling to Galatasaray. Order Rog's new book We Are the World (Cup) today!: https://mibcourage.co/4brQpgGCome see Men in Blazers LIVE in Atlanta! Tickets on sale now: https://mibcourage.co/3OwXrHT See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

On the latest episode of Running the Game, Rog sits down with Brentford owner Matthew Benham at the MIT Sloan Sports Analytics Conference to explore how data, culture, and smart decision-making transformed a small West London club into a Premier League contender. Benham explains how his background in statistical modeling and betting markets shaped Brentford’s recruitment strategy, why the club focuses on collective decision-making instead of superstar managers, and how identifying inefficiencies in transfers and set pieces helped fuel their rise. He also reflects on Brentford’s striker production line, the role of data versus scouting, and why football still has untapped analytical frontiers.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

On the latest episode of European Nights, Rog and Rory break down the Lamine Yamal conundrum currently facing Barcelona...is he headed towards greatness or burnout? And can his career survive the herculean minutes he's played at such a young age? Then, we head to Bayern Munich, where Harry Kane is quietly having one of the greatest seasons of his storied career....but how much longer can he sustain this level of play? Is there an end in sight to one of England's all-time great number 9s?Order Rog's new book We Are the World (Cup) today!: https://mibcourage.co/4brQpgGCome see Men in Blazers LIVE in Atlanta! Tickets on sale now: https://mibcourage.co/3OwXrHT See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Rog and Rory are back to break down a wild FA Cup weekend and the latest Premier League chaos. They start with Tottenham, where relegation fears are suddenly very real as Spurs stare down a terrifying run of fixtures. Then attention turns to Wrexham, whose Hollywood-script FA Cup battle with Chelsea delivered drama, heartbreak, and a reminder of just how far the club has come. Liverpool also take center stage after finally responding against Wolves following their midweek stumble. Plus, Arsenal survive a scare at Mansfield, Manchester City keep rolling, and the magic of the FA Cup continues.00:00:00 - Future of football?00:08:10 - Tottenham Hotspurs, relegation?00:12:00 - Wrexham vs. Chelsea recap00:36:21 - Wolves vs Liverpool recap00:45:56 - Mansfield Town vs. Arsenal recap00:56:38 - Newcastle vs. Manchester City recap01:02:35 - Port Vale vs. Sunderland recap01:06:15 - Leeds vs Norwich recap01:06:50 - Fulham vs. Southampton recap01:09:27 - Letter from a GFOP: shin padsOrder Rog's new book We Are the World (Cup) today!: https://mibcourage.co/4brQpgGCome see Men in Blazers LIVE in Atlanta! Tickets on sale now: https://mibcourage.co/3OwXrHTWatch our interview with Eberechi Eze here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SFwKMKugnzU&t=1091sSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Big Weekend Preview returns as Rog and Rory Smith look ahead to an FA Cup fifth round packed with intrigue. They begin with Arsenal, who continue to pull clear at the top of the Premier League as debate grows around their pragmatic, set-piece fueled march toward the title. Then attention turns to Manchester City, who travel to Newcastle facing a tricky FA Cup test while juggling a brutal run of fixtures across multiple competitions. Finally, Wrexham take center stage as they host Chelsea in their biggest FA Cup moment in decades, while Liverpool look to fend off Wolves as they search for redemption after their midweek loss. Plus, score predictions and one more big thing to watch.00:00:00 - Basque Country Rory00:02:02 - Arsenal playing anti-football?00:10:05 - Arsenal vs. Mansfield Town preview00:12:50 - Quiz Time! Footballer or GBBO contestant?00:16:33 - Newcastle vs. Manchester City preview00:22:05 - Tottenham Hotspurs, relegated?00:26:40 - Liverpool fans turning on Slot?00:32:00 - Leeds vs. Norwich preview00:33:48 - Wrexham vs. Chelsea previewFootball is better with Friends. Join our Discord Community for conversation with fellow GFOPs, live match day chat, and to speak with Rog directly: https://discord.gg/DDDUcNWFHEOrder Rog's new book "We Are the World (Cup)" now!: https://mibcourage.co/3OJlfs0See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The Men in Blazers Countdown Tour returns, this time to Houston, where Rog is joined by Houston Texan great and part-owner of Burnley JJ Watt to discuss where VAR has gone awry, the pleasures of Premier League football, and the best (or worst) that British food has to offer. Plus, Rog sits down with NBA legend Hakeem Olajuwon to talk his footballing roots and love of Buc-ee's. Rog is also joined by former NASA astronaut Shane Kimbrough, plus a special appearance from Jane Campbell and Yazmeen Ryan of the Houston Dash. Presented by Bank of America, the Official Bank of U.S. Soccer and the FIFA World Cup 2026.Order Rog's new book We Are the World (Cup) today!: https://mibcourage.co/4brQpgGCome see Men in Blazers LIVE in Atlanta! Tickets on sale now: https://mibcourage.co/3OwXrHTCheck out the Men in Blazers Shop: https://mibcourage.co/4qIb2L1Sign up for our newsletters: https://mibcourage.co/4nyEGQ1See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.