MANCHESTER DERBY PREVIEW: "The Manchester derby at a time when the two big stars of United in recent weeks have been Harry Maguire and Scott McTominay. The unlikeliest of duos who have simultaneously resurrected their reputations having been buried by the club, and at times humiliated. As the Ten Hag-era has stalled out – the idea of football he wants to play evaporating..." Rog takes your questions on the Manchester Derby, Football "poets with words", and the cross over between the Golden State...
Oct 27, 2023•44 min
"The road to the MLS Cup for the Steattle Sounders has always gone through Dallas" Herc had a chat with Stefan Frei, the Seattle Sounders' goalkeeper, who keeps breaking records to be considered one of the best goalkeepers in history of MLS. Their conversation delved into Stefan's life in Switzerland, his upbringing in California, and the Sounders aspirations looking forward to their upcoming match against FC Dallas in the First ound of the MLS Cup Playoffs. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.c...
Oct 26, 2023•56 min
Rog goes live right after the final whistle of Manchester United vs Copenhagen to relive all the madness of the matchday. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
Oct 25, 2023•44 min
FEBRUARY 26, 2003. That is the last time Newcastle United won a Champions League game before thrashing PSG in Matchday 2. And so much has changed in the time between those two wins. The Magpies have witnessed the fading star of Alan Shearer, the lowest lows of relegation, and near fan-revolt under former owner Mike Ashely. But then, the 2021 takeover by the Saudi Public Investment Fund led to new heights on the pitch...and moral conflict off of it. This week, Rog and Rory breakdown what that com...
Oct 24, 2023•48 min
ROG AND DAVO REVIEW MERSEYSIDE DERBY: "One of the greatest delusions of the average man is to forget that life is death's prisoner. That is the Merseyside derby summed up succinctly." Also, Chelsea vs Arsenal, and wins for Manchester United, Manchester City, Newcastle and Aston Villa. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info ....
Oct 23, 2023•1 hr 22 min
"We face this game, the 243rd Merseyside Derby, hurtling towards a renewed and resurgent Mac Allister and Szoboszlai-powered Liverpool, with a mixture of self-aware false confidence and total doom." Rog takes your questions on the Merseyside Derby, the Chelsea vs Arsenal clash and Spurs' incredible start to the season. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info ....
Oct 20, 2023•44 min
“One of the centerpieces of Netflix's Love is Blind season 4 will be joining us this week on Vamos” Herc had a conversation with Kwame Appiah. They talked about Kwame's journey to the United States, his love for football, his passion for playing soccer overseas, and his current time in Seattle with Sharktopus FC before an important match in the Lamar Hunt US Open Cup. Plus, they discussed all about "Love is Blind" and what it feels like to enter a reality TV show without knowing who their future...
Oct 19, 2023•45 min
BERT AND ERNIE. ABBI AND ILANA. GREALS AND HAALAND. Manchester City's terrible twosome has entered the ranks of histories greatest duos, and they've done it all without messing up their glorious hair. And this week, Treble winners Jack Grealish and Erling Haaland sit down with Rog for an epic breakdown of their drastically different approaches to football, what Greals thought of Erling the first time they met, and the special goal celebration they have planned for Rog. Plus, we get an answer to ...
Oct 18, 2023•27 min
Rog is joined by Herc Gomez to react to the USMNT's 4-0 win over Ghana to cap off the October international window. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
Oct 18, 2023•1 hr 4 min
FROM "THE DUNGEON" TO THE USMNT Rog sits down live in Nashville with USMNT and Union Berlin midfielder Brenden Aaronson to talk sibling rivalries, taking to the field in the Champions League and the differences between the Bundesliga and the Premier League. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info ....
Oct 16, 2023•37 min
Rog goes live right after the final whistle of the USMNT's 3-1 defeat to Germany to take your questions. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
Oct 14, 2023•55 min
"IT'S NOT THAT SERIOUS." This is the mantra of the USMNT's life force, starting goalkeeper, and all-around fantastic human being Matt Turner. And this week, Rog sits down with Matty Cleansheets ahead of the Men's National Team's upcoming clash against Germany to answer any and all questions from you, our GFOPs. Matt breaks down the challenges of balancing fatherhood and football, training his vocal chops in high school musical theatre, and the only thing he won't try to become a better goalkeepe...
Oct 13, 2023•47 min
"The focus of this international window is going to be placed squarely on how Mexico plays against Germany" In this episode, Herc and Eric Gomez from ESPN Deportes discussed the Mexican national team and everything happening in this FIFA fixture window. They highlighted Santi Gimenez as the clear-cut striker for Mexico, and also talked about Cesar Huerta and why he could be key to flank opposite Chucky Lozano. Additionally, Herc shared his thoughts on the legendary Estadio Azteca. See Privacy Po...
Oct 12, 2023•39 min
TWO EPIC FRIENDLIES. ONE CROSSOVER SPECIAL. Host of "Vamos", former USMNT forward, and Snow Clasico survivor Herc Gomez joins Rog for an all out deep dive into the US Men's National Team's upcoming friendlies against Germany and Ghana. Herc gives a player's perspective on Gio Reyna rejoining Gregg Berhalter's squad for the first time since their falling out, what to expect from a top-form Christian Pulisic, and who should be starting up top - Folarin Balogun or Ricardo Pepi. See Privacy Policy a...
Oct 10, 2023•45 min
ARSENAL FANS, THIS IS FOR YOU. Rog and Davo breakdown the Gunners' massive win over Manchester City. Spurs stay unbeaten. And a Manchester United comeback for the ages, inspired by... *checks notes*... Scott McTominay?! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
Oct 09, 2023•1 hr 20 min
CLASH OF THE TITANS: "Arsenal host Manchester City. A civilization ending rumble. Can Fredo Corleone finally overcome Michael?" Rog takes your questions on Arsenal vs Manchester City, VAR controversy, and another week another crisis at Manchester United. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info ....
Oct 06, 2023•47 min
"We're starting with the idea that we can go out and win a World Cup (...) Not saying we're the favorite, not saying that it's expected, but we believe that we can". In this episode, Herc had a candid conversation with Walker Zimmerman. the captain of Nashville SC and a player for the US Men's National Team. Walker shares his career journey, starting from his college days as a Furman Paladin to his early experiences in MLS with FC Dallas and LAFC, and then moving on to his recent role as captain...
Oct 05, 2023•52 min
Rog goes live after the Champions League action to react to Manchester United losing to Galtasaray 2-3, Arsenal's 1-2 loss to Lens. Also, the PGMOL and Liverpool debacle See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
Oct 04, 2023•53 min
REAL MADRID VS. NAPOLI: THE GAME THAT STARTED IT ALL On this week's European Nights, Rog and New York Times Chief Soccer Correspondent Rory Smith trace the origins of the Champions League to a 1987 European Cup draw that pitted the Spanish giants against the Neapolitans. 36 years later, the clubs face each other once again, but this time, one name is grabbing the headlines: Jude. Plus, what exactly is going on in Marseille that has led to ANOTHER managerial resignation, and why Atalanta (and the...
Oct 03, 2023•47 min
ROGSTRADAMUS STRIKES AGAIN: "It was all so predictable. We were just beaten up in our own house by Luton Town. Like having the crap kicked out of you by Milhouse from The Simpsons" Rog and Davo break down the VAR controversy from Tottenham vs. Liverpool, defeats for Manchester United and Manchester City, and Everton's humiliation at home to Luton Town (as predicted by Rog on Friday's episode of WGFOP). See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19...
Oct 02, 2023•1 hr 21 min
ANGE VS. KLOPP: THE CARE BEAR DERBY "An epic clash between two of the cuddliest, human, empathetic managers in the game." Rog takes listener questions on this weekend's heavyweight battle between Tottenham and Liverpool, Everton's secret saboteour mission, and Taylor Swift's dating life...Grealish edition. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info ....
Sep 29, 2023•40 min
"Inter Miami missed a chance to win another trophy this season, while Liga MX's Tigres demonstrated their dominance in Mexico and CONCACAF" In this episode, Herc had two guests to discuss this week's finals in the United States. First, Franco Panizo shared his insights about the Lamar Hunt US Open Cup Final, where Inter Miami missed an opportunity to win silverware with Lionel Messi injured in the last minute versus Houston Dynamo of Ben Olsen and Hector Herrera. Then, Katia Castorena from ESPN ...
Sep 28, 2023•44 min
Rog goes live to talk all things transfer rumors with Fabrizio Romano. Plus, will Messi lead Inter Miami to their first ever US Open Cup trophy? See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
Sep 28, 2023•32 min
NORTH LONDON DERBY MADNESS: "An Epic North London rumble. That particular corner of England that suddenly has a grip on all the footballing good vibes. And for the first time in Premier League history – both teams came in unbeaten." Rog and Davo break down a rivalry game for the ages that extolled all of football’s greatest virtues between Arsenal and Tottenham, Liverpool and Manchester City keep on keeping on, and Newcastle smack eight yes EIGHT past poor old Sheffield United. See Privacy Polic...
Sep 26, 2023•1 hr 22 min
"THEY'RE REALLY THE ENEMY" This is how Bill Foley, owner of the Las Vegas Golden Knights and AFC Bournemouth, views other American owners in the Premier League. And on the latest Men in Blazers Pod Special, Bill sits down with Rog to breakdown the take-no-prisoners football approach that he's brought to the Cherries, what the NHL has taught him about how to build a winning squad, and the major shakeups he orchestrated at Bournemouth, including signing American hero Tyler Adams. See Privacy Polic...
Sep 25, 2023•48 min
TWO TEAMS ENTER. ONE TEAM LEAVES.... UNLESS THEY TIE. IT'S WGFOP NORTH LONDON DERBY EDITION. "That noise heard faintly all around the world is of Arsenal fans and Tottenham Hotspur supporters salivating at the prospect of this weekend’s epic north London derby. One in which both teams enter undefeated in the league, capable of collectively joyous football and clashing in a game in which all of the good vibes are up for grabs. " Rog takes your questions on the North London Derby, saying goodbye t...
Sep 22, 2023•44 min
"Canelo Alvarez Sparks Debate: Boxing vs. Football in Mexico" In this episode, Herc and ESPN Desportes' Eric Gomez debate Canelo Alvarez's claim that boxing deserves more respect than football in Mexico. Also, is this Chicharito's potential "last dance" with "El Tri?" And learn why the rising stars from Mexico are returning to Liga MX earlier than expected. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info ....
Sep 21, 2023•44 min
Rog sits down with USWNT legend Julie Ertz to discuss her remarkable career and decision to retire ahead of her final professional game for the USWNT in Cincinnati. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
Sep 21, 2023•39 min
Rog goes live on Amp to recap the first week of Champions League action, new developments on the Spanish Women's National Team and the potential sale of Everton to 777. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
Sep 20, 2023•50 min
"LIKE WATCHING A HORROR FILM." That's how Bayern great Lothar Matheus described Bayern Munich's devastating 1999 Champions League Final defeat to Manchester United. The two teams meet up again this week for a Champions League group stage rematch and Rog and New York Times Chief Soccer Correspondent Rory Smith are back to break it all down: how Bayern responded to that crushing defeat, how the club has changed since then, and why the Bavarians have been unable to move on from their patriarch, Uli...
Sep 19, 2023•46 min