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Deep Dive Into the Manchester City Cheating Scandal With Tariq Panja: Men in Blazers 10/01/26

Thu, 01 Oct 2026 21:23:00 GMT

On a special episode of Men in Blazers, Rog sits down with journalists Rory Smith and Tariq Panja to discuss the Manchester City saga and the 114 Premier League charges the club was found guilty of by an independent commission. They unpack the scale of Manchester City’s disguised funding scheme, the club’s efforts to frustrate the investigation, the range of possible punishments they could face, and the political ramifications surrounding the verdict. Plus, they discuss how the findings could reshape Pep Guardiola’s legacy and whether Steven Gerrard should have a Premier League title.

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Chapters

00:00:00 - Most “Shocking” Findings

00:09:14 - Worst Crisis? FIFA or Man. City?

00:11:27 - What If Man. City Didn’t Sign Pep?

00:13:45 - Is The Cover Up Worse?

00:19:14 - Did Man City Rig Football?

00:24:03 - Premier League Statement Breakdown

00:28:57 - Ferran Soriano & City’s Denial & Appeal

00:24:13 - Pep Guardiola’s Response

00:38:34 - How Should City Be Punished?

00:46:03 - Rewriting History and Player Responses

00:52:22 - Geopolitical Implications

01:06:02 - Can Man City turn the Page?

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Episode 158 - Comeback vs. San Diego, National Team Verdes, & NWSL Final Stretch

Thu, 01 Oct 2026 12:00:00 GMT

340: En Español- Remontada y empate 3-3 entre Austin FC y San Diego, ICE en ATX, Austin FC II, y mas

Wed, 30 Sep 2026 23:13:53 GMT

USMNT 4-2 Chile Reactions with Clint Dempsey: The Deuce Live 09/29/26

Wed, 30 Sep 2026 03:44:00 GMT

Rog and Clint Dempsey go live with their instant reactions following the USMNT’s 4-2 win over Chile. They discuss Mauricio Pochettino’s young starting lineup, Julian Hall’s electrifying performance, Sebastian Berhalter’s growing influence, and Chris Richards’ goal contribution off the bench. Plus, Rog and Clint talk about Mathis Albert becoming the youngest goal scorer in US men’s history, and they look back at Tim Ream’s career.

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Comeback Kids, BV9 Gets a Goal, Ervin's Influence, and more

Tue, 29 Sep 2026 05:00:00 GMT

This week, Landon and Jeremiah discuss Austin FC's playoff hopes, and the similarities and differences between this week's games. Other questions and topics include:

- Check out the "Chaotic" Sticker Pack!
- Explaining jokes always makes them funnier
- Why Ramirez might not be back in '27
- Stuver out with illness
- Rollercoaster match vs San Diego FC
- Could Stuver have done better than Las?
- Austin FC mounts 3 goal come back
- The nuance of a headed goal
- Ervin Torres's continued influence
- International duty roundup
- Conversation about ICE at Q2 stadium
- Reassessing the path to the playoffs
- Free Parking at Amplify
- much more

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We're Drinking Jellyfish | Ep. 238

Bleav + The North End Podcast — Sun, 27 Sep 2026 23:53:00 GMT

The boys get together to discuss a wild night at Q2 Stadium. They address a concerning report circulating the fan base before recapping the three-goal comeback by Austin FC to earn a point against San Diego.

0:30 - Intro

7:30 - ICE at Q2 Stadium?

17:25 - Lineup reactions

21:00 - San Diego FC recap

1:04:05 - Postgame takeaways

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USMNT 4-1 Peru Reactions With Clint Dempsey: The Deuce Live 09/26/26

Sun, 27 Sep 2026 00:00:00 GMT

Rog and Clint Dempsey go live with their instant reactions following the USMNT’s 4-1 win over Peru. They discuss Cavan Sullivan’s first USMNT start, Sebastian Berhalter’s statement performance, Tyler Adams wearing the captain’s armband, and which young players made the biggest impression as the road to the 2030 World Cup begins. Plus, Rog and Clint assess how Mauricio Pochettino should balance the USMNT’s emerging talent with the “golden generation” before taking listener calls.

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Episode 124: Concacaf Referees Getting Chicken Sponsorships Emergency

Sat, 26 Sep 2026 16:36:00 GMT

In this episode, Moisés Chiullán and Phil West discuss Iván Barton becoming the face of a Salvadoran chicken chain (and look for a new Verde All Day feature for links to the online goods), talk about the stultefying draw against Dallas and how it brought the current unbeaten streak to seven matches (tying a club record), preview the crucial six-pointer against San Diego FC and who is in and out for that one, ponder Phil's visit to Earth 2 where Austin FC were given seven more points than they currently have, applaud Austin FC II head coach Jason Shackell for not saying "Scared money don't make money," and tell you what's happening at and near the stadium before Saturday night's match.

Herc Gomez on Cavan Sullivan, Pochettino's Tension with Pulisic and Previewing the USMNT’s Friendlies: Men in Blazers 09/25/26

Fri, 25 Sep 2026 20:00:00 GMT

Rog and VAMOS’ Herc Gomez discuss Cavan Sullivan’s introduction to the USMNT roster, Christian Pulisic’s icy relationship with Mauricio Pochettino, who won’t make the 2030 World Cup roster, and give predictions on the upcoming friendlies against Peru, Chile, Mexico and Canada. Plus, they grade the USMNT’s “golden generation” and break down the youngsters on the current roster.

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Chapters

00:00:00 - Cavan Sullivan USMNT Outlook

00:10:29 - Pulisic & Pochettino’s Relationship

00:15:39 - Who Will Miss Out in 2030 World Cup?

00:17:54 - Is Pochettino Committed to the USMNT?

00:23:32 - Breaking Down 28-Man Roster

00:31:21 - Expectations for Friendlies vs. Mexico & Canada

00:36:28 - Grading USMNT’s Golden Generation

00:40:20 - Herc’s Predictions!

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Emergency Pod: Manchester City Found Guilty | Men in Blazers 09/25/26

Fri, 25 Sep 2026 17:25:00 GMT

Rog and Rory react to the seismic news that Manchester City have been found guilty on 114 of the 115 charges brought against the club by the Premier League. They break down what City were found guilty of, the potential punishments ranging from points deductions to expulsion, the club’s expected appeal, and what the ruling could mean for Manchester City’s titles. Plus, the two discuss what this means for Pep Guardiola’s legacy.

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Chapters

00:00:00 - Man City found guilty on 114 of 115 charges

00:04:13 - Where are we now?

00:05:35 - Potential punishments for Man City

00:07:42 - What’s next for City?

00:10:54 - Is this a win for the Premier League?

00:13:30 - Stripping of titles?

00:15:35 - Guardiola’s Legacy

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SWOONTOWER SOCCER: ABP - Always Be Pluckin'

Fri, 25 Sep 2026 05:00:00 GMT

It's a quick check-in this week to recap the 0-0 draw in Frisco and catch up with our boys on socials!

We cover match moods (King Stuver shout out)

and Social media standouts (exciting speculation on Z and Beso...)

And as always, we end the Man of Steph’s Jersey.

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#339: En Español - ¡Invictos en MLS con la mirada hacia los playoffs!

Thu, 24 Sep 2026 22:06:21 GMT

Episode 157 - The Gauntlet & The Pudding

Thu, 24 Sep 2026 12:00:00 GMT

The Captain presented by Verizon: Tyler Adams on the USMNT's World Cup Highs & Lows, Flo Balogun's Red Card, and Playing Against Andoni Iraola

Thu, 24 Sep 2026 10:00:00 GMT

On this episode of The Captain, presented by Verizon, Tyler Adams reflects on the lessons learned from the 2026 World Cup, from the emotional high of singing “Country Roads” alongside USMNT fans to the heartbreaking loss to Belgium. Tyler also shares what it was like inside the clubhouse during the fallout from Flo Balogun’s red card. He reveals the secrets behind the Premier League rise of “The 3 B’s”—Bournemouth, Brentford, and Brighton—and reflects on playing against Andoni Iraola and why he believes Iraola will continue to thrive at Liverpool. The conversation also explores Adams’ role as a veteran leader guiding a new generation of U.S. talent and the culture being built ahead of the 2030 World Cup cycle.

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Chapters

00:00:00 - Facing Former Manager Andoni Iraola

00:06:54 - Fan Questions

00:09:43 - USMNT’s WC Run

00:12:11 - Balogun’s Red Card Drama

00:14:42 - Youth Development Within U.S. Soccer

00:21:46 - USMNT Stars Left Off September Camp

00:25:14 - Rapid Fire Fan Questions

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You Drunk | Ep. 337

Bleav + The North End Podcast — Wed, 23 Sep 2026 23:10:00 GMT

The boys get together to discuss the Austin FC news of the week, including a third international call up. Then they preview Saturday's return to Q2 Stadium against San Diego FC with a sprinkle of "Reckless Speculation", before closing out the episode with Last Business Day, The Boy Factory and the nonsense.

0:30 - Intro

3:20 - Stuver Team of the Matchday

4:45 - Ervin Torres called up to USYNT U-20s

7:15 - San Diego FC preview

51:55 - Last Business Day

54:55 - The Boy Factory

1:00:05 - Picks recap

1:00:50 - Best Ball update

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#338: Austin FC 0-0 FC Dallas... The Stage Is Set vs San Diego!

Wed, 23 Sep 2026 11:00:00 GMT

Inside Middlesbrough's USMNT Takeover featuring Aidan Morris, Sebastian Berhalter, Max Arfsten, and Rokas Pukštas: Men in Blazers 09/23/26

Wed, 23 Sep 2026 10:00:00 GMT

Rog is joined by Middlesbrough’s quartet of USMNT players Aidan Morris, Sebastian Berhalter, Max Arfsten, and Rokas Pukštas to discuss rooming together in their “frat house,” adapting to English football and culture, which American cities are most similar to Middlesbrough, playing fantasy football, and the differences between MLS and the Championship. Plus, they talk about playing golf in England and why Americans should follow Middlesbrough.

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Chapters

00:00:00 Adapting To English Football

00:01:29 Life at Middlesbrough

00:03:57 Aidan Morris’ Journey Abroad

00:05:20 Why They Chose European Football

00:10:01 The American Takeover

00:11:22 Inside the Boro “Frat House”

00:13:08 Embracing British Culture

00:18:57 Goals, Growth and Ambition

00:23:43 Why Americans Should Follow Boro

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Predicting GAM Totals, Draw in Dallas, Top Free Agents, San Diego Preview, and more

Tue, 22 Sep 2026 05:00:00 GMT

This week, Landon and Jeremiah discuss Austin FC's playoff hopes, and the similarities and differences between this week's games. Other questions and topics include:

- Check out the "Chaotic" Sticker Pack!
- GAM GAM GAM
- How much will Khaled have to work with this winter?
- Top MLS free agents
- Who should Austin FC target?
- Finding meaning in the boring Dallas draw
- Intentionally ugly?
- Rabbit on the field!
- FCito looks ahead to the playoffs
- The new reality for MLS veterans
- San Diego preview
- Free Parking at Amplify
- much more

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Double Green Gator | Ep. 336

Bleav + The North End Podcast — Mon, 21 Sep 2026 01:36:00 GMT

The boys get together to recap the annual trip up to Frisco to see Austin FC take on FC Dallas. They discuss the scoreless draw that extended the club's unbeaten streak to seven games and take a look at the updated "P Chase" after the weekend's games, before closing out the episode with Last Business Day.

0:30 - Intro

3:15 - Uzuni called up

5:20 - Lineup reactions

11:55 - FC Dallas recap

44:40 - Postgame takeaways

56:10 - Last Business Day

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Brighton Shock Arsenal, Man City Remain Atop, More Spurs Agony: Men In Blazers 09/20/26

Mon, 21 Sep 2026 01:00:00 GMT

Rog and Rory break down all the action from Premier League Matchweek 5. Brighton deliver a statement victory over Arsenal, are the Seagulls legit title contenders? Could this defeat ultimately benefit Arsenal in the long run? Manchester City remain perfect at the top of the table, while Iraola returns to Bournemouth with a rather underwhelming win. Rog and Rory examine Florian Wirtz’s continued search for form at Liverpool, Brentford’s impressive run, and Chelsea’s ongoing inconsistency. Plus, Tottenham remain rooted to the bottom of the table heading into the international break, and another edition of the Fan Mood Rankings.

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Chapters

00:00:00 - Brighton vs. Arsenal reactions

00:17:50 - Bournemouth vs. Liverpool reactions

00:28:40 - Tottenham vs. Aston Villa reactions

00:42:58 - Manchester City vs. Sunderland reactions

00:47:15 - Fulham vs. Manchester United reactions

00:53:25 - Brentford vs. Chelsea reactions

01:01:25 - Newcastle vs. Hull reactions

01:03:35 - Nottingham Forest vs. Coventry reactions

01:05:43 - Leeds vs. Crystal Palace reactions

01:06:20 - Everton vs. Ipswich Town reactions

01:12:35 - Happiest Fans? Saddest Fans?

01:13:50 - Fan Letter: Arteta Tactics

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Episode 123: We Got an Instagram Account Emergency

Sat, 19 Sep 2026 16:05:00 GMT

In this episode, Moisés Chiullán and Phil West discuss Tottenham's Saturday morning performance (before Arsenal had an even more dismal performance, but we're not going to get into that), remind everyone that there's a new Verde All Day Instagram account, and then get into to the win against Vancouver, the upcoming match against FC Dallas, Facundo Torres' up-down-then-up-again form this season, the recent Ilie Sánchez and Jorge Alastuey visit to an Austin school for the Next Eleven program, and highlight a watch party at a reinvented venue you may have visited.

SWOONTOWER SOCCER: Performance Flop

Moontower Soccer — Sat, 19 Sep 2026 16:00:00 GMT

‘Fit Checks

Vancouver Away and the touches of personalization for players
Hot Dog Headshot

Match Moods

BIRO!

Celly Ratings

Two-perman!

Social Media Standouts

Verde All Day Moisés article - Austin FC's Next Eleven Program
THE PICTURE - https://www.instagram.com/p/DdQDdMkuRLx/
Asado Week
Striker Mentalities

And as always, the Man of Steph’s Jersey.

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#337: Victoria Importante en Vancouver - WAATV EN ESPAÑOL

Thu, 17 Sep 2026 23:51:58 GMT

Talk To Some Etsy Witches | Ep. 335

Bleav + The North End Podcast — Thu, 17 Sep 2026 21:21:00 GMT

The boys get together to talk through the Austin FC news of the week, including an international call-up, a fine from the Disciplinary Committee and what we learned from MLS releasing updated roster profiles on Thursday morning. Then they preview this Saturday's road match against FC Dallas before closing out the episode with Last Business Day and the nonsense.

0:30 - Intro

5:30 - Rosales called up

8:40 - Biro fined

9:55 - MLS drops roster profile update

21:50 - LV watch party

23:30 - FC Dallas preview

52:55 - Last Business Day

1:00:35 - Best Ball update

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Arsenal’s Perfect Start, Liverpool’s Growing Pains & Tottenham’s Search For A Breakthrough | Big Weekend Preview 09/17/26

Thu, 17 Sep 2026 18:15:00 GMT

Big Weekend Preview returns as Rog, Rory Smith and Humphrey Ker break down another massive Premier League weekend. They start with Mikel Arteta’s perfect Arsenal and whether high-scoring Brighton can finally expose a weakness in the champions, before turning to Andoni Iraola’s Liverpool and his first trip back to Bournemouth. Then they dig into Tottenham’s search for a breakthrough against Unai Emery’s struggling Aston Villa, before looking at Manchester City’s evolving midfield as their perfect start continues against Sunderland. Plus, full score predictions for the weekend ahead.

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Chapters:

00:00:00 - Brighton vs. Arsenal Preview

00:09:06 - Bournemouth vs. Liverpool Preview

00:13:12 - Tottenham Hotspur vs. Aston Villa Preview

00:18:40 - Manchester City vs. Sunderland Preview

00:21:01 - Fulham vs. Manchester United Preview

00:22:35 - Leeds United vs. Crystal Palace Preview

00:24:14 - Everton vs. Ipswich Town Preview

00:24:49 - Full Matchweek 5 Predictions!

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