Men In Blazers The Path to World Cup Glory LIVE in Boston with Noah Kahan, Zdeno Chara, Clint Dempsey, Sam Mewis and more: Men in Blazers 12/06/25
Dec 7, 2025
Noah Kahan, a Grammy-nominated singer-songwriter and Chelsea FC superfan, shares his love for music and football, including mental health activism. Zdeno Chara, a Boston Bruins legend, discusses the city's grit and his hockey journey. Clint Dempsey recalls his World Cup experiences, while Herculez Gomez analyzes the U.S. draw and its implications. Sam Mewis celebrates the return of women's soccer to Boston, and Rory Smith provides expert insights on World Cup contenders. Together, they explore the excitement and passion surrounding the 2026 tournament.
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Boston's Blue-Collar Heart
- Zdeno Chara described Boston as a blue-collar city that embraces hardworking, passionate sports fans.
- He recalled leaving the NHL and staying in Boston because of its community, medical care, and neighborhood connections.
Playing With A Broken Jaw
- Zdeno Chara returned within 24 hours of jaw surgery to play in Game Five of the 2019 Stanley Cup Finals.
- He said the TD Garden ovation showed fans honor loyalty, bravery, and perseverance.
Draw As Football Theater
- Rory Smith and James Horncastle noted the World Cup draw emphasized spectacle over subtlety.
- They argued the event reflects football's role as a cultural mirror that amplifies excess and pageantry.