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THREE-WAY TITLE RACE ROCHAMBEAU. Rog and Rory Smith break down today's 0 - 0 draw between Pep Guardiola's City and Mikel Arteta's Arsenal. Plus, Liverpool come from behind (as usual). And a Premier League weekend that failed a breathalyzer. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
In episode three of this four part series, Rog and Tommy explore the rise of Saudi Arabia’s domestic football league and why superstars like Cristiano Ronaldo and Neymar are flocking there. iNews’s chief football writer Daniel Storey joins the show to tell the tale of one of those players, former Liverpool captain and one-time “moral center” of English football Jordan Henderson, whose move to the Saudi pro-league led to one of the starkest falls from grace in recent sporting history. Plus, Saudi Arabia has all but secured hosting rights for the 2034 Men’s World Cup....but did football’s global governing body FIFA rig the bidding process years in advance? And with Saudi Arabia also eyeing hosting duties for the 2035 Women's World Cup, former US Women’s National Team legend Megan Rapinoe gives her thoughts on what it would mean to play football's crown jewel tournament in a country where women are assigned a male guardian and homosexuality is illegal. All of this and more on the latest episode of World Corrupt. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
TITLE RACE POD SPECIAL. Rog sits down with Dutch man mountain Virgil Van Dijk and North London Starboy Bukayo Saka to discuss how they're experiencing this Premier League title race for the ages. Plus, Big Virg on Klopp's departure. And Saka on his beloved Boston Celtics. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Sam is joined by USWNT and Washington Spirit forward Trinity Rodman to talk through her signature moves, how she has handled the pressure of being a mainstay for the USWNT at such a young age, and what makes Washington Spirit owner Michele Kang so special. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
XABI ALONSO TO LIVERPOOL... OR BAYERN MUNICH? IVAN TONEY TO MANCHESTER UNITED? Fabrizio Romano, the Wizard of the Transfer Window and host of the Here We Go podcast joins Rog to answer these questions and more. Fab enlightens us on which league would be the best fit for Gio Reyna's talent for the upcoming season, shared his thoughts about the contract situation of Alphonso Davies at Bayern Munich, who might be the next European player to join MLS, and how he describes the energy of the transfer market at this time of year compared to others. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
DOS A CERO. Rog and Brendan Hunt aka Coach Beard from Ted Lasso provide instant reaction at the final whistle of Sunday's 2-0 Nations League Final win over Mexico. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Roger Bennett and Tommy Vietor take a look at the history of Saudi Arabia, US-Saudi relations, and the Kingdom’s path to becoming a geopolitical force. They trace the unlikely rise of Crown Prince Mohammed Bin Salman from a lowly place in the royal hierarchy to de facto leader of the country, and examine his record of enacting major social reforms while brutally cracking down on critics and rivals. Guests Ben Hubbard, Sarah Leah Whitson, and Khalid Al Jabri provide insight through stories about the infamous lock-up at the Ritz Carlton in Riyadh, the murder of journalist Jamal Khashoggi, and the disappearance of even the family members of MBS’ political rivals. And finally, they unpack what MBS’ massive investment into soccer means for the global game. Listen to the second episode of this four-part series to find out. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
"The thing for me with tactics is always about making complicated things simple when creating a tactical system (...) And, last night showed a little bit that we're not fully there yet" Rog is joined by Jesse Marsch (the last man to beat Jurgen Klopp at Anfield) to discuss and analyze the USMNT's victory (3-1) over Jamaica in the Concacaf Nations League Semifinals, which gives the US access to the upcoming final on Sunday against Mexico. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Rog goes LIVE right after the USMNT's victory over Jamaica to take you calls. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
HOW CLOSE ARE THE US TO WINNING A MAJOR TOURNAMENT? The manager of tonight's opponent Jamaica thinks it hinges on one, very important thing. Rog is joined by the former Icelandic dentist and national team manager to discuss what to watch ahead of tonight's CONCACAF Clash. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Sam Mewis is joined by Seattle Reign and Wales legend Jess Fishlock to discuss how she fell in love with the game as a young girl in Wales, her career in the NWSL, and what it is like to play on the same team as her wife, Tzarria King. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
“The USMNT will take advantage of the absences from the Jamaican team. I think it’ll be a rigid match but as soon as the first goal goes in you will unlock their defense, picking them apart with players like Christian Pulisic, or Timothy Weah” Rog and host of VAMOS Herc Gomez analyzed the USMNT squad ahead of their Concacaf Nations League Semifinal against Jamaica. They also delved into the pool of strikers of the USMNT, ranking them based on their current form. Plus, they highlighted the importance of Tyler Adams' leadership skills and how a player like Antonee Robinson can boost the US defensive line. Finally, Rog asked our GFOPs to suggest a US Men's Team nickname before the upcoming Copa America. VOTE FOR THE USMNT NICKNAME: mibcourage.co/USMNT2024 http://mibcourage.co/USMNT2024 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
THE KLOPPRUPLE DIES AT THE SEASON OF DREAMS. Rog goes live at the final whistle of a seven-goal FA Cup Quarterfinal thriller between heated rivals Manchester United and Liverpool. Plus, FA Cup glory for that great American Haji Wright. And Everton... you can't lose if you don't play. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Roger Bennet and Tommy Vietor are back for Season 2 of World Corrupt! And this time, Rog and Tommy are diving into how Saudi Arabia, the biggest exporter of oil in the world and a nation in the news for human rights abuses, became the latest geopolitical powerplayer sweeping global soccer. The Saudis have poured billions of dollars into the world’s most popular sport, including signing superstar players like Cristiano Ronaldo to eye-popping contracts. But the crown jewel in the Saudi investment portfolio? That would be the take over of one of England’s most historic football clubs, Newcastle United. A team with a rich history from an impoverished corner of the country, Newcastle had fallen upon hard times…and they welcomed the Saudis with open arms. But at what cost? Listen to the first episode of this four part series to find out. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
This is WGFOP Weekend Preview, presented by PrizePicks. IT'S THE WEEKEND. IT'S THE FA CUP QUARTER FINALS AND BOY, DO WE HAVE SOME FIXTURES TO LOOK FORWARD TO. Who needs this more? Poch and his billion pound blue bottle jobs? Ten Hag with his withering United, Klopp in search of the Klopptruple? Or Eddie Howe under pressure from his Saudi Arabian bosses? All this, plus the return of Michael Edwards at Liverpool, and some little league coaching tips. Courage. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Sam is joined by USWNT and NWSL legend Megan Rapinoe to talk through their time as teammates, how she is enjoying retirement, and what she sees ahead for the USWNT in 2024 and beyond. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Rog is joined live by the New York Times' Rory Smith to break down all of this week's Champions League Round of 16 action. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
THE FALL OF NAPOLI: It seems like only yesterday that the streets of Naples were ringing out with song and fireworks following the club's first Scudetto in 33 years. Less than a year later, the team sits 7th in the table and is going on their fourth manager in the last 12 months. Rog and New York Times Chief Soccer Correspondent Rory Smith break down how exactly the team fell so fast, what bombastic owner Aurelio De Laurentiis has to do with it, and what the Neapolitans can do to try to save their season. Then, Rog and Rory skip to FC Porto, where drama surrounding an upcoming team presidential election is engulfing the club. This is a story ripped from a soap opera: arrests, fan violence, political infighting, and the return of a departed club legend. Find out all of the details...and what Andre Villas-Boas has to do with all of it....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.
What if the NBA never vetoed the Chris Paul trade to the Lakers? What if the Seahawks ran the ball on the one yard line in the Super Bowl? Could a coin flip have landed Magic in Chicago, Michael in LA and made Charles Barkley the first Black President? Wait, what?!! Questions like these have broken the brains of sports fans since the beginning of time. Enter Wondery’s newest sports show, Alternate Routes, a weekly leap into the sports multiverse where former SportsCenter anchors, Trey Wingo and Kevin Frazier pry open the sliding doors of a different “what if'' moment from the world of sports. In these alternate sports realities, dynasties will fall! Legacies will change forever! New GOATs will emerge! Join Trey and Kevin every week as they travel every path, go down every rabbit hole and follow every alternate route, no matter how far-flung or far-fetched. Enjoy Alternate Routes with Trey Wingo and Kevin Frazier wherever you get your podcasts: Wondery.fm/AltRoutesxMIB http://wondery.fm/AltRoutesxMIB See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
LIVERPOOL VS. MANCHESTER CITY IN A CLASH OF CIVILIZATIONS. Rog and Davo break down the final Premier League meeting between Pep and Klopp. Arsenal go top of the table. And Spurs are coming 'round the outside, 'round the outside for those Champions League spots. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
And, we're back! Join Roger Bennet and Tommy Vietor for another season of World Corrupt, with a focus on why Saudi Arabia is investing billions in football. Episode 1 coming March 16. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
IT'S THE WEEKEND AND LIVERPOOL FACE MANCHESTER CITY! We've also got the undercard of the season in the shape of Villa v Spurs: what a time to be alive. We also have some HUGE announcements (sound up the bugle) for the Men in Blazers media network this WGFOP. Strap in. Courage. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Sam Mewis is joined by Seattle Reign forward Bethany Balcer to discuss her unusual path to the pros, what it was like getting her first USWNT cap, and if she will ever release the tweets??? See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Rog is joined by the New York Times', Rory Smith to talk about all of this week's Champions League action. Plus, this weekend's massive clash between Liverpool and Manchester City. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
BAYERN MUNICH IN MANAGERIAL CRISIS??? Thomas Tuchel is Bayern's most recent coaching casualty, with the club and manager announcing their conscious uncoupling at the end of the season. Rog and New York Times Chief Soccer Correspondent Rory Smith are back to break down exactly how the Tuchel/Bayern pairing was troubled from the start. Plus, with the managerial turnover at Bayern reaching a fever pitch...is the club finally nearing a tipping point? Then, Rog and Rory deep dive into Sporting Lisbon's manager-on-the-rise, Ruben Amorim. Who is this young Portuguese manager already drawing comparisons to Jose Mourinho? And is he really Europe's next big thing? All 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.
PEP'S MANIC MANC DERBY DELIGHT. Rog and Davo breakdown a massive comeback Manchester Derby Win for City. Plus, Liverpool get their first dramatic ending to a match in six long days. And Everton... well, they Everton'd. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
IT'S THE MANCHESTER DERBY! Rog looks ahead to this clash of the titans of the north, as we see once and for all whether United are even in swiping distance of City's perch. Also: Poch's pressure, the USMNT's new nickname and a rallying cry from Matthew McConaughey. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Sam Mewis is joined by USWNT and Portland Thorns forward Sophia Smith to discuss her growing leadership role on the USWNT, how the team is using this W Gold Cup to help them prepare for this summer's Olympics, and what Sophia learned from last summer's World Cup. Follow The Women's Game on Twitter, Instagram, TikTok and subscribe to our YouTube Channel @womensgameMIB. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
"THE SOCCER BALL IS THE GREAT PEACEMAKER." Those are the words of a man full of life truths and eternal wisdoms, Oscar winning actor and Austin FC's Minister of Culture Matthew McConaughey. And on the latest Men in Blazers pod special, Matthew sits down with Rog to discuss his love of the world's game, from how Austin FC built its incredible club culture and fan base, to what the US Men's National Team could learn from songwriters. Plus, Matthew breaks down how music has helped him build his most iconic characters, from True Detective's Rust Cohle to The Wolf of Wall Street's Mark Hanna. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
"IT GOES DEEPER THAN FOOTBALL. IT'S PEOPLE'S LIVES." Those are the words of Wrexham midfielder and club legend Elliot Lee speaking on what makes Wrexham such a special place to play. And in the latest installment of This Week in Wrexham, Powered by SToK, Elliot sits down with Rog to deep dive into his incredible career journey to Wrexham AFC: starting from his childhood garden where he played with his father, Newcastle United great Rob Lee, to his career beginnings at West Ham and Luton Town, all the way to earning promotion with the Red Dragons in North Wales. Then, Elliot breaks down the surreal experience of meeting Will Ferrell in the team dressing room, plus how playing with Wrexham made his career dreams come true. All of this and more on This Week in Wrexham, Powered by SToK. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
