Liverpool captain Virgil Van Dijk joins Rog to talk about the special moments celebrating Liverpool’s 20th English league title, how to integrate new players into the Reds’ winning culture, Arne Slot’s mastery of tactics and team chemistry as Florian Wirtz and Hugo Ekitike join the squad, and what makes teenage star Rio Ngumoha special. Then, VVD gets into his feelings on transfer rumors and how he hopes to be remembered among the Liverpool greats. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy...
Aug 16, 2025•12 min
Rog previews week one of the Premier League. He goes into the Liverpool–Bournemouth emotional opener at Anfield, Manchester United-Arsenal sets the early title tone; and Sunderland’s roaring Premier League return vs West Ham. Want to send Rog a question for next week? Call (646) 450-9472 or upload a video to this form . Football is better with Friends. Join our Discord Community for conversation with fellow GFOPs, live match day chat, and to speak with Rog directly: https://discord.gg/DDDUcNWFHE...
Aug 15, 2025•34 min
Arsenal Manager Mikel Arteta sits down in North London with Rog to discuss his team's quest for both Premier League and Champions League domination, why the best data on new signee Viktor Gyökeres was a phone call, and what to expect from teenage phenom Max Dowman this season See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info ....
Aug 15, 2025•14 min
In this episode of The Captain presented by Verizon, Rog sits down with Bournemouth and USMNT midfielder Tyler Adams to talk about Bournemouth’s opening-day trip to face defending champions Liverpool, plus how he’s leveling up for the season ahead. Adams also touches on Malik Tillman’s emergence in the Gold Cup, lessons from the Mexico final, and how Mauricio Pochettino is shaping the USMNT’s culture. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19....
Aug 14, 2025•38 min
In Part 2 of our two part Premier League preview, Rog and Rory complete their breakdown of every team in the top flight, including if Mikel Arteta's love for details will be enough to get Arsenal over the second place hump, if Chelsea's Club World Cup win will be a help or hinderance for them this season, and why Thomas Frank to Tottenham is maybe the most sensible appointment ever made. Plus, Rog and Rory give their picks for the top four teams in the table, as well as who will get the dreaded ...
Aug 13, 2025•54 min
In Part 1 of our two part Premier League preview, Rog and Rory break down anything and everything you need to know ahead of the 2025-26 season, including how Liverpool’s massive summer spending will impact their results, why it’s unclear if Manchester United’s signings are any good, and why this could be Pep Guardiola’s last season at Manchester City. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info ....
Aug 12, 2025•57 min
Rog and Rory meet up in London to break down all the action from the Community Shield match between Crystal Palace and Liverpool. They discuss Dean Henderson’s penalty shootout theatrics, why Mo Salah was having an off day, and what, if anything, this trophy can tell us about the upcoming Premier League season. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info ....
Aug 11, 2025•1 hr 15 min
Rog sits down with Chelsea manager Enzo Maresca to discuss navigating a season with barely any breaks, Cole Palmer’s influence on the squad, and intergrading a wave of new arrivals, including João Pedro. He also lays out what Chelsea hopes to achieve in the season ahead. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info ....
Aug 10, 2025•10 min
Liverpool Manager Arne Slot joins Rog to talk about the club's latest splashy signing Florian Wirtz, what it takes to repeat as Premier League Champions, and what it means to be enshrined in the Kop end with Bill Shankly and Jurgen Klopp. Then, Slot delves into the thinking behind some of Liverpool’s transfer moves this summer, why they didn't spend as much money as you think, and what we can expect from wunderkind Rio Ngumoha this season. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and Cali...
Aug 09, 2025•16 min
Marc Spiegel, the new Chairman of Club Queretaro, sat down with Herc to share his innovative vision for Mexican soccer using data-driven recruitment. They delve into the financial landscape of Liga MX and compare it to Major League Soccer, and discuss the importance of developing young talent as future export options, using the Mexican prodigy Gilberto Mora as an example. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-inf...
Aug 07, 2025•33 min
Rory calls in from somewhere in the middle of France with little internet connection to break down Son Heung-Min's potential move to LAFC, and run through all the potential moves remaining in the summer transfer window. Football is better with Friends. Join our Discord Community for conversation with fellow GFOPs, live match day chat, and to speak with Rog directly: https://discord.gg/DDDUcNWFHE See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/pr...
Aug 04, 2025•1 hr 6 min
Celtic FC star Auston Trusty opens up with Herc about the electric atmosphere at Celtic Park, the fierce Rangers rivalry, and his role with the US Men's National Team. He reflects on his MLS journey with the Union and Rapids, and the path for young American athletes. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info ....
Aug 01, 2025•26 min
Former New England Patriots and Tampa Bay Buccaneers Quarterback Tom Brady joins Rog to talk about the OTHER football and his journey so far as minority owner of Birmingham City. Brady also discusses why he thinks American football and soccer "are exactly the same", why Bill Belichick would make a great Premier League coach, and compares Rob Gronkowski to Thibaut Courtois. Plus, Brady tells us his goals and aspirations for Birmingham City this season in the Championship and why he thinks Wrexham...
Jul 31, 2025•31 min
Rog is joined by the soothsayer of transfers Fabrizio Romano to breakdown everything you need to know going down in this summer’s transfer window. Will Alexander Isak get his move to Liverpool? Are the Jack Grealish links to Everton real? Is Eberechi Eze making the switch to Arsenal? Plus, who is on Manchester United’s wishlist. Football is better with Friends. Join our Discord Community for conversation with fellow GFOPs, live match day chat, and to speak with Rog directly: LINK: https://discor...
Jul 30, 2025•19 min
New Tottenham manager Thomas Frank joins Rog to talk about making the switch from Brentford, what changes he wants to make to Spurs’ style of play, why he thinks he will succeed at a bigger club and if he feels more pressure. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
Jul 28, 2025•12 min
Everton's David Moyes, Séamus Coleman, James Tarkowski and Iliman Ndiaye join Rog live on stage in NYC for a night of nights, celebrating the club's move into a new stadium, transfer window talk, and discussing what it means to represent The People's Club. An evening presented by Christopher Ward. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info ....
Jul 26, 2025•1 hr 36 min
Explore the vibrant world of CONCACAF with Herc and the guys from The Give N Go. From analyzing the challenges Pochettino and the US Men's National Team are facing after the Gold Cup to Mexico's tactics under Javier Aguirre. Plus, the rise of emerging stars, the influence of MLS and Liga MX, and their updated CONCACAF power rankings. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info ....
Jul 24, 2025•57 min
Rog and Rory discuss all the biggest transfers in the Premier League and break down Liverpool's $405 million summer, why Arsenal keeps buying players from Chelsea, and what can Newcastle do about this Alexander Isak situation? See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
Jul 22, 2025•1 hr
The Women's Game editor-in-chief Sam Mewis is joined by USWNT Captain and OL Lyonnes midfielder Lindsey Heaps to get into all the Euros quarterfinal action, including a historic England comeback against Sweden. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
Jul 21, 2025•38 min
Arsenal and France legend Thierry Henry sits down with Rog for a very special episode of Men in Blazers to break down the USMNT's chances ahead of the 2026 World Cup, how Mikel Arteta can get Arsenal over the runner-up hump, and what the US needs to do to dominate football in years to come. Plus, Thierry explains how Luis Enrique turned PSG into an unstoppable attacking force, what a perfect number 9 can do, and how he learned that winning wasn't everything in professional football. See Privacy ...
Jul 19, 2025•33 min
Brad Friedel, the legendary goalkeeper and former USMNT, sits down with Herc to discuss the current state of American soccer. They discussed the challenges faced by Major League Soccer, particularly when compared to European leagues, and emphasized the importance of mental toughness for American players. Friedel also shares fascinating insights into Turkish football, including his experience as Sporting Director for Beşiktaş, highlighting both its unique challenges and lively atmosphere. See Pri...
Jul 17, 2025•51 min
Rog and Rory break down Chelsea's shock Club World Cup Final win over PSG and discuss what this trophy means for the new season. Plus they talk big picture questions about the tournament and wonder whether this was a success for FIFA, for world football, for both, or...for neither? See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info ....
Jul 14, 2025•1 hr 5 min
Rog and Rory went live to preview the Club World Cup Final between PSG and Chelsea. They were joined by celebrity chef Marcus Samuelsson, USMNT legend Clint Dempsey and former USMNT coach Jürgen Klinsmann from New York City at the Michelob Ultra Pitchside Club. They discussed the upcoming PSG-Chelsea matchup, what makes PSG standout this season, what lies ahead for the US men’s team at next year’s World Cup on homesoil, why Jurgen named Clint captain of the national team, plus what will it take ...
Jul 12, 2025•1 hr 4 min
Rog and Rory recap all the action following PSG's 4-0 win over Real Madrid in the Club World Cup Semi-Final. The guys discuss the comprehensive beat down PSG put on Real Madrid, the potency of PSG's attacking threat, Real Madrid's defensive collapse, Luis Enrique's transformation of his squad, how big of an uphill battle Chelsea face in the final, plus take live audience questions. RSVP to Men in Blazers Live at The Michelob Ultra Pitchside Club in NYC, featuring some very special guests (July 1...
Jul 09, 2025•35 min
Rog and Rory recap all the action following Chelsea's 2-0 win over Fluminense in the Club World Cup Semi-Final. The gents talk about João Pedro's impressive performance scoring two goals for his new club, playing in the heat, what making the final means for Chelsea, before previewing Real Madrid-PSG and taking live audience questions. RSVP to Men in Blazers Live at The Michelob Ultra Pitchside Club in NYC, featuring some very special guests (July 9 and 11): https://www.michelobultra.com/pitchsid...
Jul 08, 2025•41 min
Rog and Rory preview the Club World Cup semifinals and discuss Kylian Mbappé returning to face his former team, if this CWC trophy is particularly important for a club like Chelsea, and other questions surrounding the remaining four squads. RSVP to Men in Blazers Live at The Michelob Ultra Pitchside Club in NYC, featuring some very special guests (July 8, 9 and 11): https://www.michelobultra.com/pitchsideclub/signup?utm_source=social_organic&utm_medium=web&utm_campaign=mul_pitchside_club...
Jul 08, 2025•1 hr 4 min
Rog and Clint Dempsey are LIVE after Mexico beat the USMNT 2-1 in the Gold Cup Final. They debate if the USMNT scored too early, how Mexico stole the show, and breakdown what this Gold Cup performance means for Pochettino and the team as whole, before taking calls from listeners. RSVP to Men in Blazers Live at The Michelob Ultra Pitchside Club in NYC, featuring some very special guests (July 8, 9 and 11): https://www.michelobultra.com/pitchsideclub/signup?utm_source=social_organic&utm_medium...
Jul 07, 2025•1 hr 5 min
Rog and Herc Gomez preview the USMNT vs. Mexico Gold Cup Final matchup and try to answer the most pressing questions for each team ahead of their clash this weekend. RSVP to Men in Blazers Live at The Michelob Ultra Pitchside Club in NYC, featuring some very special guests (July 8, 9 and 11): https://www.michelobultra.com/pitchsideclub/signup?utm_source=social_organic&utm_medium=web&utm_campaign=mul_pitchside_club&utm_content=men_in_blazers&utm_brand=Ultra See Privacy Policy at h...
Jul 04, 2025•31 min
Rog and Rory break down the matchups in the Club World Cup quarterfinals and talk about what future iterations of this tournament could learn from its inaugural run. But first, Rog remembers Diogo Jota and reflects on his tragic passing. RSVP to Men in Blazers Live at The Michelob Ultra Pitchside Club in NYC, featuring some very special guests (July 8, 9 and 11): https://www.michelobultra.com/pitchsideclub/signup/?utm_source=social_organic&utm_medium=web&utm_campaign=mul_pitchside_club&a...
Jul 03, 2025•53 min
Rog and Clint Dempsey went live with their instant reactions after the USNMT beat Guatemala 2-1 in the Gold Cup Semifinal. They discuss whether Diego Luna’s punched his ticket to the World Cup after becoming invaluable to Poch in this tournament, is it good for the the team to suffer in tough moments, how does the Gold Cup competition stack up, Guatemala fans making it feel like an away match, plus Rog and Clint take listener calls. RSVP to Men in Blazers Live at The Michelob Ultra Pitchside Clu...
Jul 03, 2025•58 min
