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Herc sat down with a friend of the pod, Eric Gomez from ESPN Mexico, to discuss the Concacaf Champions Cup Quarterfinals. They delved into Lionel Messi's outstanding performance with Inter Miami against LAFC, the surprising upset of Cruz Azul over Club America, the growing rivalry between Messi and Mexican fans, and the controversies surrounding Club León and its exclusion from the upcoming FIFA Club 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 sits down with Ollie Rathbone and reflects on the importance of mental toughness, the influence of senior players, and the unique experience of playing for Wrexham. Plus, Ollie shares memories of his early influences, the transition from Manchester United Academy to professional football, and the significance of fan support as the team approaches the season's final stretch. 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.

Mikel Arteta's Arsenal face off against Real Madrid in the Champions League quarterfinals but they'll be without one of their best defenders. Rog and Rory discuss whether the Gunners have enough fire power to upset the European specialists who are a little shaky at the back. Also, what is Borussia Dortmund's identity and should they stick with coach Niko Kovac? Can Spurs get through Eintracht Frankfurt and save Ange Postecoglu's job in North London? All of this and more on the latest European Nights...See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

After a 3 - 2 loss to Fulham, Rog and Rory break down why Liverpool look a little sluggish coming down the stretch, and whether the title is still on (spoiler: of course it is). How did the once mighty Manchester Derby turn into a flaccid sleep-inducing affair. Villa knocks down Forest in their fight for a place in the Champions League next season. And is Mikel Arteta Everton or Arsenal?See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Chelsea beat Spurs 1-0, and Postecoglou has his biggest meltdown yet. Plus, USA to host the 2031 Women’s World Cup, previewing this weekend’s Premier League fixtures, and the Everton fan winding up Curtis Jones.SUBSCRIBE TO EARLY KICK OFF HERESubscribe to The Raven newsletter: https://mibcourage.co/3xQaQz1This is Early Kick Off from the Men in Blazers media network and presented by our great friends of the pod STōK Cold Brew Coffee, all your global football stories straight from the back pages of Europe's newspapers in around 10 minutes.This episode was made in the UK for Men In Blazers by…Host: Betty Glover Producer: Sammy James and Mikey Watson Assistant producer: Elizabeth BarnardResearcher: Jack CollinsSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Herc sat down with LAFC's left-back, Ryan Hollingshead. He shared his journey from growing up in Northern California to making his debut in MLS, talked about the unique atmosphere at LAFC games, and delved into the possibility of playing in the upcoming FIFA Club World Cup. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Who says March Madness is only for college hoops? Rog and Rory discuss the FA Cup quarterfinals in which three underdogs and City advance to play at Wembley Stadium in the semifinals. Marcus Rashford scores his first goals since recently joining Aston Villa and sinks Preston North End's cup dreams. Man City start slow but get their revenge against Bournemouth. Nottingham Forest beat Brighton on penalties. And Eberechi Eze lifts Crystal Palace to victory over their London rivals Fulham.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

IT’S ROG… and it’s the WGFOP Weekend Preview, presented by our good friends at PrizePicks. Welcome back club football… and this weekend is all about the FA Cup quarter-finals. Rog discusses how an underdog could achieve glory this year, and sheds light on the American players left in the competition. We preview Nottingham Forest’s tie against Brighton, and look back on a tricky international break for the USMNT, as well as delving into the news that Trent Alexander-Arnold will be leaving Liverpool for Real Madrid.Subscribe to the Raven newsletter: https://mibcourage.co/3xQaQz1See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

New York Times bestselling author John Green joins Rog for an insightful discussion on Liverpool's remarkable ascent to the top of the Premier League. Together, they delve into their favorite Liverpool players past and present, such as Mohamed Salah, Virgil van Dijk, and Bobby Firmino. John shares words of advice for Man City's Pep Guardiola, as well as Arsenal fans amidst their disappointing seasons. Additionally, John introduces his latest book, Everything is Tuberculosis, offering a message of hope in the fight against one of the world's deadliest infections.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In very special Pod Special, Rog is joined by international superstar and Ipswich Town part-owner, Ed Sheeran, alongside Ipswich Town Chairman Mark Ashton to break down their shared love for the one and only Tractor Boys. Ed details how he first fell in love with his boyhood club, the story behind how he accidentally interrupted a Ruben Amorim post-game interview, and what has surprised him most about the mural that has gone up for him outside of Ipswich Town's stadium (hint:...it's not what you'd expect), while Mark shares how a phone call to Ed may or may not have led to the signing of an Ipswich Town player. All of this and more on the latest Men in Blazer's pod special....See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.