Arsenal CEO Richard Garlick on Life as Premier League Champions, Mikel Arteta’s Relentless Drive, and Building a Dynasty: Running the Game 09/01/26

European Nights is back! And Rog is joined by the great James Horncastle to react to all of Champions League action so far this week, including Arsenal’s calm victory over Napoli, thanks to the heroics of Martin Odegaard. Plus, Liverpool take care of business versus Atletico Madrid…are Cody Gakpo and Alexis Mac Allister the key to Andoni Iraola’s success? And Jose Mourinho gets a victory with Real Madrid over former club Inter Milan thanks to Kylian Mbappe and Federico Valverde. How far can the Chosen One take Los Blancos? Plus, a look at PSG’s attempt at a vaunted three-peat.Check 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.

Rog and Rory recap all the action from Premier League Matchweek 3. Martin Ødegaard keeps Arsenal’s perfect start alive with a statement performance against Chelsea in an early-season heavyweight clash. Manchester United twice surrender the lead against Everton—is it time for United fans to start worrying? Liverpool earn their first win under Iraola with some notable changes to the lineup, while Hull City continue their Cinderella start to the campaign. Plus, what should we make of the Flo Balogun–Everton fallout? And, Rog and Rory reveal their top and bottom three “Fan Mood Rankings”—where does Everton land after a rollercoaster week of emotions?Check out the Men in Blazers Shop: https://mibcourage.co/4qIb2L1Sign up for our newsletters: https://mibcourage.co/4rA5fGzJoin our Discord! https://discord.gg/9dUpP2pHHUChapters00:00:00 - Arsenal vs. Chelsea Reactions00:09:26 - Mikel Arteta vs. Xabi Alonso00:16:08 - Will anyone challenge Arsenal?00:19:34 - Everton vs. Manchester United Reactions00:43:10 - Folarin Balogun’s Future?00:46:11 - Ipswich Town vs. Liverpool Reactions00:55:00 - Manchester City vs. Coventry Reactions01:01:01 - Nottingham Forest vs. Tottenham Reactions01:07:00 - Hull vs. Aston Villa Reactions01:09:52 - Newcastle vs. Bournemouth Reactions01:13:13 - Brentford vs. Sunderland Reactions01:13:52 - Fulham vs. Crystal Palace Reactions01:15:35 - Brighton vs. Leeds Reactions01:18:09 - Happiest Fanbase? Saddest Fanbase?01:20:20 - Fan Letter: Maresca as Patroclus???See 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, Rory Smith and Humphrey Ker break down a massive Premier League weekend. They start with Arsenal and Chelsea’s battle of perfect starts before turning to Liverpool’s blockbuster Bradley Barcola signing and the holes still left in Andoni Iraola’s squad. Then they dig into Everton’s failed Balogun move and frustrating end to the transfer window ahead of Manchester United, before asking whether Spurs can get their first win of the season against Nottingham Forest. Plus, full score predictions for the weekend ahead.Watch our interview with Xabi Alonso here: https://mibcourage.co/4zPi596Watch our interview with Mikel Arteta here: https://mibcourage.co/4x7Fct1Check out the Men in Blazers Shop: https://mibcourage.co/4qIb2L1Sign up for our newsletters: https://mibcourage.co/4rA5fGzJoin our Discord! https://discord.gg/9dUpP2pHHUChapters:00:00:00 - Arsenal vs. Chelsea Preview00:11:34 - Ipswich Town vs. Liverpool Preview00:18:10 - Everton vs. Manchester United Preview00:25:26 - Nottingham Forest vs. Tottenham Hotspur Preview00:30:09 - Full Matchweek 3 Predictions!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 Arsenal CEO Richard Garlick to discuss why last season’s Premier League title could be the start of a dynasty, what his role as CEO looks like across Arsenal’s football and business operations, and the relentless approach Mikel Arteta brings to building a winning team. Plus, Garlick reflects on Arsenal’s unique connection with supporters from North London to around the world.Check out the Men in Blazers Shop: https://mibcourage.co/4qIb2L1Sign up for our newsletters: https://mibcourage.co/4rA5fGzJoin our Discord! https://discord.gg/9dUpP2pHHUChapters:00:00:00 - Arsenal’s Dynasty Ambitions00:01:45 - Inside the Arsenal CEO Role00:04:28 - Building Arsenal’s Future00:05:29 - Arsenal’s Transfer Strategy00:07:42 - Arsenal’s Global Impact00:11:37 - Winning Is Just the Start00:12:33 - Arteta, Kroenke & Arsenal’s FutureSee 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 all of the Premier League action from Matchweek 2, including Cole Palmer and Chelsea firing on all cylinders under Xabi Alonso—but just how concerning is their leaky defense with their showdown against Arsenal looming next week? Meanwhile, Liverpool's situation remains increasingly muddled after another draw, this time against Nottingham Forest. Does the dysfunction stem from Andoni Iraola, the system, the players, ownership, or all of the above? Plus, Rayan Cherki and Bruno Fernandes take their wizardry to another level, while Tottenham welcome fresh faces only to endure the same misery. Plus, Rog and Rory unveil their latest "Fan Mood Rankings" across the Premier League.Check out the full interview with Bruno Fernandes here: https://mibcourage.co/3V5mwwsHear more from Cole Palmer and his return to form here: https://mibcourage.co/3V40DO8Watch the Dominic Calvert-Lewin interview here: https://mibcourage.co/4iDWUAzChapters00:00:00 - Liverpool vs. Nottingham Forest reactions00:08:42 - Pressure on Florian Wirtz00:12:20 - The transfers Liverpool still need00:19:15 - Chelsea vs. Brighton Reactions00:26:30 - Crystal Palace vs. Manchester City Reactions00:39:05 - Manchester United vs. Ipswich Town Reactions00:47:53 - Tottenham vs. Newcastle Reactions01:01:23 - Coventry vs. Hull Reactions01:04:20 - Leeds vs. Brentford Reactions01:06:06 - Sunderland vs. Fulham Reactions01:08:24 - Bournemouth vs. Everton Reactions01:16:52 - Happiest Fans? Saddest Fans?01:19:43 - Fan Letter: Maresca and GuardiolaSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Rog is joined by Chelsea midfield star Cole Palmer to talk about his fast start against Fulham and what it’s been like linking up with his friend and new attacking partner, Morgan Rogers. He opens up about dealing with injuries and getting back to playing freely again under new manager Xabi Alonso. Cole also talks about launching his new ice brand and shares his reaction to Caleb Williams copying his trademark celebration.Check 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.

Rog sits down with Manchester United midfielder Bruno Fernandes to talk through a new season at Old Trafford, what the secret was to breaking the Premier League assist record last season, and the impact playing under Michael Carrick has had on himself and the club. Plus, Bruno breaks down the growth of young phenom Shea Lacey, what new signings Youri Tielemans and Andrey Santos will bring to the squad, and why he hates English tea.Check 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.

Rog and Rory are back to break down week one of another Premier League season! Oh, how we've missed the football...and what a week it was to kick it all off with Arsenal beginning their title defense with an impressive showing over Frank Lampard's Coventry City. Is this Martin Odegaard's year to prove he's one of the best in the world? And are Arsenal destined to repeat as Champions? Then, Liverpool avoids a dreaded start to the season with a draw against Newcastle thanks to the heroics of Dominik Szoboszlai. How much should we read into Andoni Iraola's first game at the helm? Plus, Manchester United get embarrassed by Hull City, Tottenham lose once again, and Erling Haaland's shocking new haircut.Watch the full interview with Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta: https://mibcourage.co/3S8H1rnLooking for a Premier League club to support this season? Take the quiz: https://mibcourage.co/4qHFmG0Check out the Men in Blazers Shop: https://mibcourage.co/4qIb2L1Sign up for our newsletters: https://mibcourage.co/4rA5fGzJoin our Discord! https://discord.gg/9dUpP2pHHU00:00:00 - Arsenal vs. Coventry Reactions00:06:23 - Odegaard Reborn00:13:20 - Hull City vs. Manchester United Reactions00:32:39 - Brentford vs. Tottenham Reactions00:41:02 - Newcastle vs. Liverpool Reactions00:58:39 - Manchester City vs. Bournemouth Reactions01:08:00 - Brighton vs. Aston Villa Reactions01:15:00 - Nottingham Forrest vs. Leeds United Reactions01:16:52 - Ipswich Town vs. Sunderland Reactions01:21:36 - Everton vs. Crystal Palace Reactions01:30:38 - Fan Letter: New Premier League FansSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Rog sits down with newest Gunner and Brazilian International Bruno Guimarães to break down his journey to Arsenal Football Club from Newcastle United this summer, what it has been like to learn Mikel Arteta's set piece playbook, and joining fellow Brazilians Gabriel Jesus, Gabriel Magalhães, and Gabriel Martinelli in North London. Plus, Bruno shares the story behind why he wears the number 39 and why it inspires him to play like a "Warrior" every day.Check 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.

Rog sits down with Liverpool Captain Virgil van Dijk to discuss Mo Salah and Andy Robertson's departures from the club, what it has been like to play under new manager Andoni Iraola so far, and what his hopes are for Liverpool this season as they challenge Arsenal for Premier League supremacy. Plus, Big Virg breaks down his love for the city of Liverpool, what he learned from last season's disappointment, and the arrival of Jérémy Jacquet and Ronald Araújo to Liverpool. Check 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.