Carrick Under Pressure at Man United, Aston Villa Aim to End Man City's Perfect Start & High-Flying Brighton Face Liverpool | Big Weekend Preview 10/22/26

Rog is joined by James Horncastle to break down another wild week of Champions League action, starting with Arsenal's thrilling 2-2 draw against Bayern Munich as Declan Rice's late equalizer preserves the Gunners' unbeaten run in Europe. Manchester United's crisis reaches new lows after a humiliating 4-1 defeat to Cesc Fàbregas' Como, leaving Michael Carrick's future in serious doubt. Meanwhile, PSG outlast Barcelona in a European heavyweight clash, but a devastating injury to Khvicha Kvaratskhelia threatens their Champions League ambitions. Plus, Liverpool's young star Rio Ngumoha shines in a dramatic comeback against Villarreal, Aston Villa remain perfect in Europe, and Phil Foden bags a hat trick for Manchester City. Check out the Men in Blazers Shop: https://mibcourage.co/4qIb2L1 Sign up for our newsletters: https://mibcourage.co/4rA5fGz Join our Discord! https://discord.gg/9dUpP2pHHU See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

On this week’s Men in Blazers podcast, Rog and Rory Smith recap a wild weekend of Premier League football. Are the Manchester City allegations actually bringing the club together and boosting morale on and off the pitch? They revisit the history of the iconic inflatable banana and its connection to Imre Varadi, aka “Imre Banana.” Meanwhile, Arsenal continue to grind out results, but is winning ugly a good sign, or are the demands of multiple grueling seasons starting to creep up? Brighton keep flying high. Rory tells us if they are genuine title contenders. Plus, Liverpool’s form is on the rise, Crystal Palace are on the decline, and Manchester United remain stuck in neutral. Where does your club land on this week’s Fan Mood Rankings? Watch our interview with Fabian Hürzeler here: https://mibcourage.co/3UzUDwP Best Soccer Bar nominations: https://mibcourage.co/4A1n7yP Watch our interview with Dominic Calvert-Lewin here: https://mibcourage.co/4z6U10H Chapters: 00:00:00 - What’s the story behind the inflatable bananas? 00:05:56 - Manchester City vs. Ipswich reactions 00:12:30 - When Will City Fall? 00:20:15 - Nottingham Forest vs. Arsenal reactions 00:27:00 - Brighton vs. Crystal Palace reactions 00:37:41 - Leeds vs. Manchester United reactions 00:48:20 - Brentford vs. Liverpool reactions 00:57:15 - Newcastle vs. Aston Villa reactions 01:01:13 - Bournemouth vs. Sunderland reactions 01:03:53 - Fulham vs. Hull City reactions 01:05:23 - Everton vs. Chelsea reactions 01:13:57 - Champions League Preview 01:16:16 - Happiest Fans? Saddest Fans? 01:18:20 - Fan Letter: epic matchups live 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 actor and lifelong Arsenal supporter Paul Bettany. Bettany reflects on Arsenal’s Premier League triumph, his faith in Mikel Arteta, and the pressure of defending the title. He looks back on the Thierry Henry and Patrick Vieira era that made him “Arsenal forever,” explains why Martin Ødegaard is his favorite player, and shares how Arsenal fandom has become a family affair. Plus, Paul reveals the superstition behind his lucky Arsenal shirt and the joy he gets from winding up Tottenham supporter Tom Holland. Check out the Men in Blazers Shop: https://mibcourage.co/4qIb2L1 Sign up for our newsletters: https://mibcourage.co/4rA5fGz Join our Discord! https://discord.gg/9dUpP2pHHU Chapters: 00:00:00 - Arsenal Fandom 00:06:30 - Culture Change Under Arteta 00:14:38 - Man City’s 114 Charges 00:16:35 - Run In to the Title 00:18:54 - Arsenal’s Season So Far 00:26:41 - Rapid Fire Questions 00:28:16 - Tottenham Hotspur’s Struggles 00:30:54 - Life Lessons See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Big Weekend Preview is back as Rog, Rory Smith and Humphrey Ker break down a massive Premier League weekend ahead. They start with Manchester City against Ipswich and whether the visitors can disrupt a City side that has won all six league matches so far. Arsenal travel to Nottingham Forest with greater attacking variety and depth, while Manchester United head to Leeds after Lisandro Martinez’s explosive comments put even more pressure on a struggling club. Liverpool travel to Brentford hoping their six-goal Champions League win in Austria can provide a spark, even as injuries continue to mount. Plus, full score predictions for the weekend ahead. Nominate your favorite soccer bar for America’s Best Soccer Bar: https://mibcourage.co/4yq4jI9 Check out the Men in Blazers Shop: https://mibcourage.co/4qIb2L1 Sign up for our newsletters: https://mibcourage.co/4rA5fGz Join our Discord! https://discord.gg/9dUpP2pHHU Chapters: 00:00:00 - Man City vs. Ipswich Town Preview 00:14:01 - Nottingham Forest vs. Arsenal Preview 00:18:25 - Leeds vs. Man United Preview 00:25:49 - Brentford vs. Liverpool Preview 00:28:31 - Fan Letter 00:32:50 - Fulham vs. Hull City Preview 00:33:29 - Tottenham vs. Coventry City Preview 00:34:49 - Everton vs. Chelsea Preview 00:35:49 - Full Matchweek 7 Predictions! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

European Nights is back! Rog is joined by James Horncastle to break down a wild week of Champions League action, starting with PSG’s ruthless 4-2 win over Manchester City and the growing contrast between two clubs heading in very different directions. Liverpool rediscover some attacking joy in Austria as Bradley Barcola grabs a hat trick, while Arsenal comfortably dispatch Lille and continue their strong start. Plus, Manchester United’s crisis deepens after defeat to Atletico Madrid, Jose Mourinho’s Real Madrid survive a seven goal thriller in Rome, and Lamine Yamal delivers another incredible moment for Barcelona. Check out the Men in Blazers Shop: https://mibcourage.co/4qIb2L1 Sign up for our newsletters: https://mibcourage.co/4rA5fGz Join our Discord! https://discord.gg/9dUpP2pHHU Chapters: 00:00:00 PSG HUMBLE Manchester City 00:10:07 Liverpool Hit LASK for SIX 00:11:47Atlético Madrid Sink Man United 00:18:52 Inter Milan vs. Club Brugge reactions 00:19:36 Viking vs. Bayern Munich reactions 00:20:12 Galatasaray vs. Barcelona reactions 00:21:35 Roma vs. Real Madrid reactions 00:29:00 Are Arsenal Favorites? 00:30:24 Horncastle’s Rome Recommendations See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.