Manchester City on Arsenal's heels and De Zerbi's Spurs debut falls flat: Men In Blazers 04/13/26

Big Weekend Preview returns as Rog and Rory Smith break down a defining few days across the Premier League and FA Cup. They begin at the Emirates, where Arsenal host a suddenly pressure packed game against struggling Newcastle. Can the Gunners expel their Manchester City demons and pull off a win over the Magpies? Then it’s off to Wembley for a pair of FA Cup semifinals, starting with Chelsea in turmoil following Liam Rosenior’s dismissal facing an in-form Leeds side full of belief. Finally, Manchester City’s pursuit of history against giant-killing Southampton. Plus, Tottenham battle relegation nerves against Wolves and full score predictions for the weekend.Come join Men in Blazers LIVE in Philadelphia May 12th. Tickets here: https://mibcourage.co/4u9KiUECome join Men in Blazers LIVE in Dallas May 20th. Tickets here: https://mibcourage.co/4w5u5BJWatch our interview with William Saliba here: https://mibcourage.co/3QpuL4tWatch our interview with Tyler Adams here: https://mibcourage.co/4mPgidZ00:00:00 - Arsenal recalibrating?00:04:30 - Arsenal vs. Newcastle Preview00:07:58 - Chelsea sack Liam Rosenior00:13:48 - Chelsea vs. Leeds FA Cup Preview00:18:21 - Brenden Aaronson, World Cup Bound?00:21:50 - Manchester City vs. Southampton Preview00:24:30 - QUIZ! Manager bar fight00:28:53 - Tottenham vs. Wolves Preview00:31:25 - Liverpool vs. Palace Predictions00:32:04 - West Ham vs. Everton PredictionsSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Live from Ireland’s Four Courts in Arlington, VA, America’s Best Soccer Bar, selected by you the fans, Rog and Clint Dempsey discuss the US Men’s National Team ahead of this summer’s big tournament, which players are best in-form, Mauricio Pochettino’s impact as manager and much much more. Plus, Rog and Clint take audience questions. Presented by Michelob ULTRA. Find Ireland’s Four Courts and any other of America’s Best Soccer Bars at https://www.meninblazers.com/bar-finderJoin us for MiB Live in Dallas on May 20th! Tickets available here: http://mibcourage.co/483ZSZgOrder Rog's new book "We Are the World (Cup)" now: https://a.co/d/0eMdbvoaCheck out the Men in Blazers Shop: https://mibcourage.co/4qIb2L1Sign up for our newsletters: https://mibcourage.co/4rA5fGzJoin our Discord! https://discord.gg/9dUpP2pHHUSee 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 The Captain presented by Verizon, Rog sits down with Bournemouth and USMNT midfielder Tyler Adams to discuss the Cherries recent impressive win over league leading Arsenal. Plus, Tyler gives a first person account of how the anxious crowds at the Emirates impact Arsenal players directly. Then, Rog and Tyler discuss the impending departure of manager Andoni Iraola, including how the club reacted to the news and what it means for the rest of the Cherries' season. Finally, Tyler breaks down how the USMNT is preparing for the impending 2026 World Cup and how manager Mauricio Pochettino makes it clear that "no one is safe" to make the final squad. Presented by Verizon.Order Rog's new book We Are the World (Cup) today!: https://mibcourage.co/4brQpgGWatch our interview with Antoine Semenyo here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VcoXju-N-GECome see us live in Philadelphia! Tickets available here: https://mibcourage.co/41ElMi5Come see us live in Dallas! Tickets available here: https://mibcourage.co/41ImPxwSee 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 seismic Premier League weekend as Manchester City topples Arsenal in a title race that now feels like a high-stakes duel to the finish. Is Rayan Cherki the free-spirited spark driving it all? Tottenham deliver another Spursy heartbreak as the threat of relegation continues to loom. Rory explains why the cracks might be deeper than they look. And finally, Liverpool vs Everton brings Merseyside madness and familiar pain. Everton dream, Liverpool punish.Order Rog's new book We Are the World (Cup) today!: https://mibcourage.co/4brQpgGWatch our interview with Antoine Semenyo here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VcoXju-N-GECome see us live in Philadelphia! Tickets available here: https://mibcourage.co/41ElMi5Come see us live in Dallas! Tickets available here: https://mibcourage.co/41ImPxwSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

On a very special pod special, Rog sits down with Manchester City's Antoine Semenyo to breakdown the attacker's wild ride from Bristol City F.C. all the way to Manchester City. Antoine details what exactly it is like playing under the manic genius that is Pep Guardiola, and what surprising advice the manager gave him that improved his game. Plus, Antoine explains what makes Rayan Cherki such an incredible player, and deep dives into City's mentality as they try to chase down league leading Arsenal.Check out our previous interview with Antoine Semenyo here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aA-urbkImX8Join us for MiB Live in Philadelphia on May 12th! Tickets available here: mibcourage.co/4bWGBKpOrder Rog's new book "We Are the World (Cup)" now: https://a.co/d/0eMdbvoaCheck out the Men in Blazers Shop: https://mibcourage.co/4qIb2L1Sign up for our newsletters: https://mibcourage.co/4rA5fGzJoin our Discord! https://discord.gg/9dUpP2pHHUSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Men in Blazers LIVE! returns, this time to Tampa Bay, where Rog is joined by Newcastle United legend Alan Shearer to re-live some of his best Premier League highlights, recount what it was like winning the league (back-to-back) with Blackburn, and dive into his England career. Plus, Rog sits down with Theo Walcott to discuss joining Arsenal at 16, Mikel Arteta, and his favorite memories of playing in North London.Rog is also joined by special guests of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers Martin Gramatica and Alex Anzalone. Presented by Verizon, this FIFA World Cup 2026, no one gets you closer than Verizon.Join us for MiB Live in Dallas on May 20th! Tickets available here: http://mibcourage.co/483ZSZgOrder Rog's new book "We Are the World (Cup)" now: https://a.co/d/0eMdbvoaCheck out the Men in Blazers Shop: https://mibcourage.co/4qIb2L1Sign up for our newsletters: https://mibcourage.co/4rA5fGzJoin our Discord! https://discord.gg/9dUpP2pHHUSee 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 with Arsenal vs Manchester City, with the title on the line as the Gunners try to hold their nerve against a City side that thrives under pressure. Then it’s the 248th Merseyside Derby, with Mohamed Salah set for his final appearance in the fixture as Everton arrive with European hopes. Attention then turns to Stamford Bridge, where pressure builds on Liam Rosenior as a struggling Chelsea attack faces a depleted Manchester United. Plus, score predictions for the entire weekend.Come join Men in Blazers LIVE in Philadelphia May 12th. Tickets here: https://mibcourage.co/41ElMi5Come join Men in Blazers LIVE in Dallas May 20th. Tickets here: https://mibcourage.co/41ImPxw00:00:00 - “Torture for Arsenal fans”00:08:11 - Pep and Man City smell blood00:11:45 - Manchester City vs. Arsenal predictions00:12:57 - Is Eze going to World Cup?00:15:10 - Everton vs. Liverpool preview00:18:20 - Everton in Europe?00:19:39 - Merseyside Derby predictions00:20:53 - Chelsea vs. Manchester United predictions00:24:07 - Newcastle vs Bournemouth preview00:26:13 - Tottenham vs Brighton previewSee 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 right after the conclusion of the UEFA Champions League Quarterfinal matches to discuss the mounting pressure on Arsenal as they advance past Sporting Lisbon, the goalfest between Bayern Munich and Real Madrid, Paris Saint-Germain’s dominance over Liverpool, and Atletico Madrid’s triumphant clash against Barcelona. Plus, Rog and James look ahead to the semifinals and take listener calls. Join us for MiB Live in Philadelphia on May 12th! Tickets available here: mibcourage.co/4bWGBKpOrder Rog's new book "We Are the World (Cup)" now: https://a.co/d/0eMdbvoaCheck out the Men in Blazers Shop: https://mibcourage.co/4qIb2L1Sign up for our newsletters: https://mibcourage.co/4rA5fGzJoin our Discord! https://discord.gg/9dUpP2pHHUSee 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 dive into the knockout action across Europe. They begin with Arsenal’s David Raya and the growing case for him as the best goalkeeper in the world, before turning to Manuel Neuer’s stunning late-career resurgence in Bayern Munich’s clash with Real Madrid. Attention then shifts to Atlético Madrid vs Barcelona, where Antoine Griezmann makes one last Champions League push before his confirmed move to Orlando City SC, this summer. Plus, Aston Villa’s Europa League showdown with Bologna, and Rory’s food pick of the week.Watch our interview with Brentford Owner Matthew Benham here: https://mibcourage.co/4cs4r0TChapters:00:00:00 - The mind of goalkeepers00:03:49 - David Raya, World’s Best GK?00:07:20 - Spain’s #100:09:55 - Manuel Neuer, still great00:15:11 - UCL Quarterfinal predictions00:16:23 - Antoine Griezmann’s Madrid Legacy00:21:04 - Julián Alvarez’s future00:25:15 - Aston Villa making history?00:27:24 - Rory’s food tour: Madrid!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 deflating loss to Bournemouth...are we on the verge of another Gunner collapse? Then, Manchester City are back in the title hunt. Why is Pep Guardiola so good in April? And is Rayan Cherki the key that has unlocked City? Plus, Roberto de Zerbi's Tottenham debut did not go as planned...but Rory explains why he thinks Spurs won't be going down this season.Order Rog's new book We Are the World (Cup) today!: https://mibcourage.co/4brQpgGWatch our interview with Jeremie Frimpong here: https://mibcourage.co/4tDs3q7Catch our interview with Brentford owner Matthew Benham here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gpaeL58ooIsCome see Men in Blazers LIVE! in Philadelphia. Tickets available here: https://mibcourage.co/4bWBjhMChapters:00:00:00 - An enemy of my enemy…00:01:58 - Arsenal vs. Bournemouth reactions00:16:50 - Arsenal’s April woes00:23:35 - Chelsea vs. Manchester City reactions00:44:03 - Sunderland vs. Tottenham reactions00:55:30 - Liverpool vs. Fulham reactions01:06:38 - Nottingham Forest vs. Aston Villa reactions01:09:44 - Burnley vs. Brighton reactions01:10:15 - Crystal Palace vs. Newcastle reactions01:12:59 - West Ham vs. Wolves reactions01:13:55 - Who’s getting relegated?01:15:15 - Brentford vs. Everton reactions01:21:00 - Letter from GFOP: Favorite playersSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.