Big Weekend Preview returns as Rog is joined by Rory Smith to look ahead to the Premier League weekend. They start at the Emirates, where Michael Carrick’s newly simplified Manchester United face league leading Arsenal after back to back goalless draws, with debate around low blocks, counterattacks, and Arteta’s attacking choices. Then it’s Manchester City’s humbling stretch, with Rodri’s return, Pep’s adaptation struggles, and whether bottom-placed Wolves can ask questions at the Etihad. Finally, Crystal Palace welcome Chelsea amid mounting instability, with Oliver Glasner’s future uncertain and Jean-Philippe Mateta agitating to leave, as Liam Rosenior’s Chelsea look to continue their momentum. Plus, predictions for the full weekend slate.

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This Week in Wrexham returns as Rog sits down with Wrexham goalkeeper Arthur Okonkwo to break down what it's like getting pre-game dap ups from owner Ryan Reynolds, what was going through his mind during his penalty-save heroics versus Nottingham Forest in the FA Cup, and how manager Phil Parkinson uses the club's history as a motivational tactic. Plus, Arthur explains why he rarely celebrates, and what tactics he uses to always stay so calm, cool, and collected. This Week in Wrexham is presented by our great friends of the pod STōK Cold Brew Coffee.

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European Nights is back as Rog and Rory Smith break down this week's slate of games. Pep Guardiola heads into the Arctic Circle as Manchester City take on Bodø/Glimt. Real Madrid implode after the sacking of Xabi Alonso, raising bigger questions about whether any modern manager can survive at the Bernabéu. Plus, Chelsea confront their past as David Luiz returns to Stamford Bridge, prompting a deeper look at what the old Chelsea got right... and what the new Chelsea are still searching for.

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Rog and Rory are back to break down another wild weekend of Premier League action, including Manchester United's quite shocking victory over cross-town rivals Manchester City. Are Manchester United finally turning a new page? And what's going wrong at Manchester City? Plus, Arsenal squander a chance to pounce on City's loss, Chelsea impress under Liam Rosenior, and Everton....yes, that Everton...topple Aston Villa.

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Big Weekend Preview returns as Rog is joined by Rory Smith to answer your questions ahead of the Premier League weekend. They dig into the 198th Manchester derby, with Michael Carrick stepping in as interim at Manchester United and Manchester City trying to stay within touching distance in the title race. Then Chelsea face their first real league test under Liam Rosenior against an in-form Brentford, while Spurs host West Ham in what some are calling the misery derby. Lastly, Arsenal head to Nottingham Forest looking to keep their title charge on track after last season’s stumble there.

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On a very special episode of Men in Blazers, Golden Globe winning actor Wagner Moura sits down with Rog to discuss his film The Secret Agent, including why being a football fan gives him an advantage as an actor and the national pride he feels in representing Brazil. Plus, Wagner reveals the role football plays in his life, his ultimate Brazil five-a-side team, and dives deep on the "Sad Escobar" meme.

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Rog and Rory are back to recap a frantic weekend of FA Cup football, including defending champions Crystal Palace shocking upset at the hands of Macclesfield FC, Liam Rosenior's opening salvo at Chelsea as his Blues beat down on Charlton, and Wrexham's win over Sean Dyche's Nottingham Forest. Plus, Arsenal advance, Everton do not, and is Thomas Frank's Tottenham tenure about to come to an end?

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Big Weekend Preview is back! Rog is joined by Rory Smith to answer your questions after a chaotic mid-week slate of matches, including Liverpool and Arsenal’s 0–0 draw...is Arsenal starting to crack under pressure? And are Liverpool quietly making a run at the title? Plus, what to make of Chelsea’s appointment of head coach Liam Rosenior, and why Manchester United still look unprepared as Darren Fletcher takes charge. Plus, a look ahead to an FA Cup weekend, including Crystal Palace’s trip to sixth-tier Macclesfield FC.

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Rog and Rory are back to break down another wild week in the Premier League, including the sacking of Enzo Maresca at Chelsea and Ruben Amorim at Manchester United. Will Thomas Tuchel or Oliver Glasner be next up at Old Trafford? And is Liam Rosenoir out of his depth at Chelsea? Plus, Arsenal keep apace atop the table ahead of Manchester City. Is this Mikel Arteta's best shot yet at Premier League glory?

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Rog and Clint Dempsey look back on a defining year for the USMNT. From early chaos and crushing exits to Mauricio Pochettino’s culture change and surge of optimism. Dempsey dives into emerging stars, Christian Pulisic’s career defining form at AC Milan, and the mentality shift required to make a run in the 2026 World Cup. Plus, Clint explains why getting out of the group is the floor, and inspiring the nation is the true goal.

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Fabrizio Romano is back for the final installment of our January Transfer Window Special, presented by Verizon. And this time, Fab sits down with Rog to remember the year that was and review the biggest transfers of 2025. Fab relives the memories of how Liverpool's three massive signings...Huge Ekitike, Florian Wirtz, and Alexander Isak...all came together. Fab also reveals what went on behind the scenes of Eberechi Eze's snubbing of Tottenham to join Mikel Arteta and rival Arsenal. Plus, much, much more!

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