Men In Blazers

The return of Trent Alexander-Arnold to Liverpool sparks debate about his struggles at Real Madrid and their impact on Mo Salah's performance. The discussion dives into the fluidity of European football compared to the Premier League's optimisation. Meanwhile, Sporting Lisbon's new Colombian striker, also named Luis Suárez, is introduced, highlighting his aggressive style and potential impact. The episode wraps up with predictions for key matches and a restaurant recommendation for Suárez in Lisbon.

Rog and Rory dive into Arsenal's dominating performance and their impressive defensive streak. Liverpool finds spark with a crucial win against Aston Villa, showcasing Salah's milestone. Manchester United's gritty draw against Nottingham Forest raises questions about their form. Haaland's robotic celebration steals the spotlight as City triumphs. They also touch on Chelsea's resurgence with Caicedo's key role and West Ham's surprising comeback against Newcastle. Plus, laughs about Bonfire Night anecdotes and discussions around the emotional ups and downs of football.

Rog dives into Liverpool's challenges against Aston Villa and whether Arne Slot's past success can save them. He evaluates Bournemouth's impressive rise as they face Manchester City, questioning if they’re true contenders. The clash between Chelsea and Tottenham heats up with the potential for chaos on the pitch. To spice things up for Halloween, he debates costume ideas for managers, adding a fun twist to the football discussion.

Steve Parish, co-owner and chairman of Crystal Palace FC, dives into the club's evolution since its 2010 rescue. He discusses the significance of the FA Cup triumph for South London and outlines his approach to developing talent through a unique scouting process focused on 'rough diamonds.' Parish elaborates on how Oliver Glasner's leadership transformed the club's mentality. He also reflects on balancing infrastructure investments with team success and shares his ambitions for elevating Palace's status in football.

Rog is joined by Everton and England No. 1 Jordan Pickford to talk about the art and mindset of goalkeeping. Pickford dives into his post save reactions, the mental switch that activates when he steps over the white lines, and how adrenaline and improvisation shape his best stops. Pickford closes with what he hopes his Everton legacy will be and how much he wants to win with the club. This episode is presented by our great friends at Christopher Ward, the Official Timing Partner of the Men in Blazers Media Network.Football is better with friends. Join our Discord community for conversation with fellow GFOPs, live matchday chat, and to speak with Rog directly: https://discord.gg/DDDUcNWFHESee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Rog and Rory are back to breakdown another drama-soaked Premier League weekend, including why Eberechi Eze's game winner against his former club Crystal Palace is indicative of how Arsenal have changed the game, how Liverpool's incredible league losing streak comes down to Mo Salah and Arne Slot, and why Manchester United have Matheus Cunha to thank for their recent run of form. Plus, could we see Bournemouth or Sunderland in Europe next year? And the reason why Rory thinks the Premier League has become the NFL...but with shorts.Check out our full interview with Crystal Palace's Adam Wharton here: http://youtube.com/watch?v=m-hdlUAu4UIFootball is better with friends. Join our Discord community for conversation with fellow GFOPs, live matchday chat, and to speak with Rog directly: https://discord.gg/DDDUcNWFHESee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Adam Wharton, a professional midfielder for Crystal Palace, joins to share insights about his game vision and passing technique. He reflects on his journey from making YouTube skill videos to honing his on-field instincts. Wharton explains the 'message' behind each pass and his mental warm-up scanning routine that preps him for play. He dives into his chemistry with Jean-Philippe Mateta, discussing how he tailors passes to his teammate's movements. With trophy wins under his belt, Adam speaks on his continuous drive to excel in football.

In the third episode of Switch the Play, Cleveland Cavaliers forward Larry Nance Jr. and Roger Bennett are joined by Philadelphia Sixers center Joel Embiid to discuss growing up playing football before basketball in Cameroon, his love for striker Samuel Eto’o, which Premier League player he compares himself to, his two favorite teams Real Madrid and Arsenal squaring off in the Champions League, and why Martin Odegaard's his favorite current Gunner. Plus, Larry and Roger discuss Leeds United striker worries, running into Brighton head coach Fabian Hürzeler at Cavs practice and which NBA arena is toughest to play in.Football is better with friends. Join our Discord community for conversation with fellow GFOPs, live matchday chat, and to speak with Rog directly: https://discord.gg/DDDUcNWFHESee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Rog and Rory tackle the intriguing rise and potential decline of Diego Simeone at Atletico Madrid. They discuss his remarkable transformation of the club from mid-table to European rival. Will he adapt to modern football's demands? The conversation shifts to Barcelona's Wojciech Szczęsny, whose return could be pivotal as he provides leadership and steadiness to a young squad. With Champions League previews and insights into European matchups, the hosts deliver a captivating blend of analysis and humor.

Rog and Rory dive into Liverpool's shocking fourth straight loss, assessing Arne Slot's struggles and whether he should stick with his new tactics or revert to last season's setup. They praise Arsenal's strong performance at the top of the table but warn of the looming threat from Haaland and Manchester City. The hosts discuss Harry Maguire's standout display for United, Cape Verde's historic World Cup qualification, and the chaotic drama of the weekend's matches, including Palace's thrilling draw with Bournemouth.