This Week in Wrexham 11/20/25: Phil Parkinson

Rog and James Horncastle went live following Wednesday’s Champions League Matchday 5 to discuss Arsenal’s dismantling of Bayern Munich, Liverpool’s continued misery against PSV, Manchester City over thinking Bayer Leverkusen, and Paris Saint-Germain’s wild win versus Tottenham. Plus, Rog and James take listener calls and apply an American lens to Set Piece FC.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 ahead of this week's Champions League, Europa League, and Conference League action and in the latest episode of European Nights, they're deep diving into Bayern Munich's transformation from a German national team surrogate into the dynamic, international club of ex-Premier Leaguers like Michael Olise, Luis Diaz, and Harry Kane that they've become under Vincent Kompany. Then, Rog and Rory turn their attention to Barcelona's Marcus Rashford: what went wrong at Manchester United, how Barcelona has revived his career, and what's next for England's former next-big-thing. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

What a weekend of Premier League football we've just witnessed, and Rog and Rory are back to break it all down including: Eberechi Eze's hat-trick of wonder in the North London Derby, Arsenal's grip on the top of the table grows stronger, and the unsung heroics of Leandro Trossard. Plus, Liverpool's collapse reaches new lows against Sean Dyche and Nottingham Forest...is it officially too late for Arne Slot to right the ship? Then, Eddie Howe's Newcastle finally slay that Manchester City sized dragon, and Pep Guardiola's frustration reveals itself post-match.Fill out your answers to our World Cup City Guide here: https://mibcourage.co/cityguidesWatch out recent interview with Sunderland manager Regis Le Bris: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HyhjABSfqSQGrab the latest MiB merch at https://shop.meninblazers.com/See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Rog is back to answer your questions and forecast this week's Premier League action in the Big Weekend Preview. First stop, North London, where Arsenal’s defense is finally showing some cracks and Spurs fans dare to dream this might be the moment they win at the Emirates. Next, Liverpool host Nottingham Forest, with Arne Slot under pressure to finally steady the ship amid mounting injuries against a Forest team desperate to claw out of the relegation zone. Then Newcastle welcome a terrifying Manchester City side, with fans asking if there’s any world they can shock them at St James’ Park. Lastly, Rog looks at Fulham, who host a high-flying Sunderland team riding the momentum of that draw with Arsenal.Want to be featured on our next episode? Submit your questions here: https://mibcourage.co/BWPyFootball 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/DDDUcNWFHEFind the new Men In Blazers Store here: https://shop.meninblazers.com/Find our interview with Régis Le Bris here: https://youtu.be/HyhjABSfqSQSee 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 Wrexham AFC manager Phil Parkinson to discuss the club's start to life in the EFL Championship division, the squad overhaul needed to compete at the next level, the effect the town of Wrexham has had on his life and whether or not he allows himself to dream of managing the club in the Premier League. This Week in Wrexham is presented by our great friends of the pod STōK Cold Brew Coffee.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Rog and Vamos' Herc Gomez breakdown the fever dream of a victory that was USMNT 5-1 Uruguay, including an incredible performance from Alex Freeman, what Sebastian Berhalter's set pieces unlock for this team, the continued resurgence of Gio Reyna, and how this USMNT squad has suddenly gelled under Mauricio Pochettino. Plus, Rog and Herc react to this international window as whole and what it all means as we head into the 2026 World Cup.See 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 Vamos’ Herculez Gomez to preview the USMNT’s second to last window before the World Cup. They begin with the surprise return of Gio Reyna, then assess a roster missing Christian Pulisic, Weston McKennie, and Chris Richards. They touch on Mauricio Pochettino’s messaging, Tyler Adams’s absence and the options to cover his role. The pair close with predictions for the upcoming friendlies against Paraguay and Uruguay.Find our interview with Gio Reyna here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=meCZ37gmi9cSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

A note to our listeners that this interview was recorded prior to Tyler Adams' injury-induced withdrawal from USMNT camp. In the latest episode of The Captain presented by Verizon, Bournemouth and USMNT midfielder Tyler Adams joins Rog to relive his goal at Manchester City and break down the craft of the perfect set piece. Then, Tyler talks Bournemouth's identity and how they wear teams down. Lastly, Adams touches on the USMNT’s competition in the midfield, and life as a dad after the birth of his second child.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Rog is joined on stage by Trevor Noah for a celebration of Premier League football at The Stone Pony in Asbury Park, NJ. Plus, USMNT legends and New Jersey natives John Harkes and Tony Meola relive the 1994 World Cup, NJ Governor Phil Murphy looks ahead to the tournament in 2026, and Premier League goal machine Jermaine Defoe relives the English football's growth around the world.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 Sunderland's 2-2 "win" over Arsenal at an ecstatic Stadium of Light, Manchester City's suffocating victory over Liverpool in Pep's 1000th game, Erling Haaland's continued dominance, Jeremy Doku's emergence, and why Florian Wirtz has been so disappointing this season. Plus, what's behind the trend of fans booing their own clubs at halftime?Buy tickets for our Live Show in Boston here: https://mibcourage.co/4qPlArCWatch our interview with Ruben Amorim: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y-FZKssfwdQWatch our interview with Antoine Semenyo: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aA-urbkImX8See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.