Men In Blazers Liverpool remain perfect, Pep's Mourinho impression against Arsenal, and a spark for Manchester United? Men in Blazers 09/22/25
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Sep 22, 2025 Rog and Rory dive into a thrilling Premier League weekend. Liverpool maintains their perfect record with a late win in the Merseyside Derby, while Arsenal’s tactical battle against Guardiola’s City raises eyebrows. They analyze Manchester United’s surprising victory and the chaos surrounding Chelsea’s future. Plus, is Pep adapting a defensive gameplan in a 'win-now' mentality? Amidst discussions on tactical strategies and individual player impacts, the duo provides an insightful look at the league's shifting dynamics.
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Two-Game Northern Dash
- Rory Smith described racing from Anfield to Old Trafford in heavy rain to attend two games in one day.
- He arrived half an hour before kickoff after a three-hour window and a motorway slog, calling it a mental time-travel dash.
Gravenberch Reborn Through Context
- Rory and Roger highlighted Ryan Gravenberch's positional shift as key to Liverpool's early-season form.
- They argued context and patience unlocked his Ajax-level potential at Liverpool under Arne Slot.
Liverpool's Second-Half Fragility
- Liverpool repeatedly dominate early then concede momentum due to sloppy possession and fatigue.
- Rory attributes recurring second-half wobble to physical tiredness and short mental lapses in decision-making.
