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#336: Austin FC 1-1 Colorado... Un punto rescatado o dos puntos perdidos?

Sat, 12 Sep 2026 00:45:41 GMT

SWOONTOWER SOCCER: A Bad Boy

Moontower Soccer — Fri, 11 Sep 2026 19:00:00 GMT

Hello friends! We've got a two-match review coming at you today!

We start off with

‘Fit Checks

steph is still on strike but here are the links for you to judge for yourselves
- SJ
- COL

Match Moods

More wrestling please!
Ilie please listen to how much we love you
BHI has .... personality?!?!?

Celly Ratings

Facu / Biro / Facu

Social Media Standouts

The Cool Wives Club

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

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Actor Jamie Bell On A Lifetime of Arsenal Fandom: Men In Blazers 09/11/26

Fri, 11 Sep 2026 18:00:00 GMT

On this episode of Men In Blazers, Rog sits down with lifelong Arsenal supporter and acclaimed actor Jamie Bell. Bell reflects on Arsenal’s long-awaited Premier League triumph, the emotional rollercoaster of Arsenal fandom, and how the club has shaped his identity from childhood to now. Jamie discusses the profound impact Arsène Wenger and Mikel Arteta have had on Arsenal, as well as the ways both managers have influenced his own life. Also, what can Gooners realistically hope for in this year's campaign?

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Episode 155 - Punching Chairs, Doing the Impossible, and Chelsea FC

Fri, 11 Sep 2026 12:00:00 GMT

Nothing To Worry Aboot | Ep. 333

Bleav + The North End Podcast — Thu, 10 Sep 2026 23:39:00 GMT

The boys get together to discuss the midweek home draw against Colorado Rapids. They talk through another early concession followed by another late equalizer at Q2 Stadium before previewing Sunday's road match against the first place Vancouver Whitecaps. Then they close out the episode with Last Business Day, The Boy Factory and the nonsense.

0:30 - Intro

2:45 - Biro named to TOTW

5:25 - Lineup reactions

10:10 - Colorado Rapids preview

37:35 - Postgame takeaways

46:15 - LV watch party

48:05 - Vancouver Whitecaps preview

1:07:55 - Last Business Day

1:16:40 - The Boy Factory

1:20:25 - Best Ball update

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Manchester Derby Pressure, Arsenal’s New Freedom & Tottenham’s Winless Start | Big Weekend Preview 09/10/26

Thu, 10 Sep 2026 20:30:00 GMT

Big Weekend Preview returns as Rog, Rory Smith and Humphrey Ker break down a massive Premier League weekend. They start with the pressure of the Manchester Derby, Michael Carrick’s challenge at United, and Enzo Maresca’s perfect start across town. Then they turn to Arsenal’s new freedom as champions and a tricky trip to Granit Xhaka’s Sunderland, before digging into Tottenham’s winless start and Everton’s early momentum. Finally, they look at the signs of progress emerging under Andoni Iraola at Liverpool. Plus, full score predictions for the weekend ahead.

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Chapters:

00:00:00 - Manchester Derby Preview

00:08:22 - Sunderland vs. Arsenal Preview

00:17:02 - Tottenham Hotspur vs. Everton Preview

00:22:32 - Liverpool vs. Fulham Preview

00:28:13 - Full Matchweek 4 Predictions!

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Arsenal overcome Napoli, Liverpool dispatch Atletico Madrid, and can PSG three-peat?: European Nights 09/09/26

Thu, 10 Sep 2026 02:34:00 GMT

European Nights is back! And Rog is joined by the great James Horncastle to react to all of Champions League action so far this week, including Arsenal’s calm victory over Napoli, thanks to the heroics of Martin Odegaard. Plus, Liverpool take care of business versus Atletico Madrid…are Cody Gakpo and Alexis Mac Allister the key to Andoni Iraola’s success? And Jose Mourinho gets a victory with Real Madrid over former club Inter Milan thanks to Kylian Mbappe and Federico Valverde. How far can the Chosen One take Los Blancos? Plus, a look at PSG’s attempt at a vaunted three-peat.

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#335 - Biro To The Rescue

Wed, 09 Sep 2026 14:27:04 GMT

San Jose Recap, Scouting Chris Applewhite, Rapids and Caps Preview, and more

Tue, 08 Sep 2026 06:00:00 GMT

This week, Landon and Jeremiah discuss the new center back signing, Chris Applewhite, and the San Jose match. Other questions and topics include:

- Make Landon dye his hair purple!
- Chris Applewhite scouting report
- How we feel about the transfer window
- San Jose match analysis
- Did Facu get cheated?
- Landon's thoughts on what went wrong
- All MLS teams to play in US Open Cup!
- Colorado Rapids preview
- Vancouver Whitecaps preview
- Free Parking at Amplify
- much more

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Arsenal topple Chelsea, Iraola's First Win, Flo Balogun Aftermath: Men In Blazers 09/07/26

Mon, 07 Sep 2026 19:00:00 GMT

Rog and Rory recap all the action from Premier League Matchweek 3. Martin Ødegaard keeps Arsenal’s perfect start alive with a statement performance against Chelsea in an early-season heavyweight clash. Manchester United twice surrender the lead against Everton—is it time for United fans to start worrying? Liverpool earn their first win under Iraola with some notable changes to the lineup, while Hull City continue their Cinderella start to the campaign. Plus, what should we make of the Flo Balogun–Everton fallout? And, Rog and Rory reveal their top and bottom three “Fan Mood Rankings”—where does Everton land after a rollercoaster week of emotions?

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Chapters

00:00:00 - Arsenal vs. Chelsea Reactions

00:09:26 - Mikel Arteta vs. Xabi Alonso

00:16:08 - Will anyone challenge Arsenal?

00:19:34 - Everton vs. Manchester United Reactions

00:43:10 - Folarin Balogun’s Future?

00:46:11 - Ipswich Town vs. Liverpool Reactions

00:55:00 - Manchester City vs. Coventry Reactions

01:01:01 - Nottingham Forest vs. Tottenham Reactions

01:07:00 - Hull vs. Aston Villa Reactions

01:09:52 - Newcastle vs. Bournemouth Reactions

01:13:13 - Brentford vs. Sunderland Reactions

01:13:52 - Fulham vs. Crystal Palace Reactions

01:15:35 - Brighton vs. Leeds Reactions

01:18:09 - Happiest Fanbase? Saddest Fanbase?

01:20:20 - Fan Letter: Maresca as Patroclus???

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Cave Kisses | Ep. 332

Bleav + The North End Podcast — Sun, 06 Sep 2026 22:10:00 GMT

The boys get together to discuss the Austin FC news of the week including the end of the transfer window an additional suspensions handed out by Leagues Cup. Then they recap the 1-1 home draw against San Jose before previewing the midweek fixture against Colorado Rapids, before closing out the episode with Last Business Day and The Boy Factory.

0:30 - Intro

4:55 - Austin FC trades international slot

10:25 - Additional Leagues Cup discipline

11:55 - Lineup reactions

16:50 - San Jose Earthquakes recap

51:55 - Postgame takeaways

1:04:45 - Colorado Rapids preview

1:19:05 - Last Business Day

1:28:20 - The Boy Factory

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Episode 121: Hot Nut Spankers Emergency

Sat, 05 Sep 2026 18:22:00 GMT

In this episode, Moisés Chiullán and Phil West discuss Phil's Saturday night plans (missing a rare home match, but for two years running now, it's been the San Jose match), get into the Chris Applewhite signing, talk about Khaled El-Ahmad's best moves as Minnesota United FC sporting director, talk about what September looks like for Austin FC and teams in the West above them, and close out with what the VerDos playoffs might look like.

SWOONTOWER SOCCER: War and Peace

Moontower Soccer — Fri, 04 Sep 2026 20:00:00 GMT

We're back to cover the Portland Timbers match on Saturday night, and talk very briefly about how excited we are to meet Bumblebee at the San Jose match on Saturday!

‘Fit Checks
- Nope 🙁
Match Moods
- Camino Alamo BBQ!
- An Explanation of MLS Assists!
- Svati Love!
Celly Ratings
- Facu
- Svati
Social Media Standouts
- The Picture
- New Jerseys!
- Academy Photo Day

And as always, the Man of Steph's Jersey

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Arsenal & Chelsea Battle to Stay Perfect, Everton’s Transfer Woes Continue & Can Barcola Fix Liverpool? | Big Weekend Preview 09/03/26

Thu, 03 Sep 2026 21:00:00 GMT

Big Weekend Preview returns as Rog, Rory Smith and Humphrey Ker break down a massive Premier League weekend. They start with Arsenal and Chelsea’s battle of perfect starts before turning to Liverpool’s blockbuster Bradley Barcola signing and the holes still left in Andoni Iraola’s squad. Then they dig into Everton’s failed Balogun move and frustrating end to the transfer window ahead of Manchester United, before asking whether Spurs can get their first win of the season against Nottingham Forest. Plus, full score predictions for the weekend ahead.

Watch our interview with Xabi Alonso here: https://mibcourage.co/4zPi596

Watch our interview with Mikel Arteta here: https://mibcourage.co/4x7Fct1

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Chapters:

00:00:00 - Arsenal vs. Chelsea Preview

00:11:34 - Ipswich Town vs. Liverpool Preview

00:18:10 - Everton vs. Manchester United Preview

00:25:26 - Nottingham Forest vs. Tottenham Hotspur Preview

00:30:09 - Full Matchweek 3 Predictions!

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Episode 154 - Great 3pts! Let's Go Austin!

Thu, 03 Sep 2026 12:00:00 GMT

Twenty Bucks | Ep. 331

Bleav + The North End Podcast — Wed, 02 Sep 2026 22:55:00 GMT

The boys get together to discuss Austin FC acquiring USYNT centerback Chris Applewhite on loan from Nashville SC, along with news about the future of the U.S. Open Cup. Then they preview this weekend's home match against San Jose Earthquakes before closing out the episode with Last Business Day and the nonsense.

0:30 - Intro

6:10 - Svatok named to MLS Team of the Matchday

8:00 - Austin FC signs Chris Applewhite on loan

25:20 - U.S. Open Cup news

28:30 - San Jose Earthquakes preview

52:25 - CJ Fodrey check-in

54:10 - Last Business Day

1:03:55 - Picks recap

1:04:30 - Best Ball update

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#334: Victoria en MLS, pero ADIOS a la Leagues Cup, Noticias de ultimo momento y mas!

Wed, 02 Sep 2026 21:09:22 GMT

Arsenal CEO Richard Garlick on Life as Premier League Champions, Mikel Arteta’s Relentless Drive, and Building a Dynasty: Running the Game 09/01/26

Tue, 01 Sep 2026 10:00:00 GMT

On the latest episode of Running the Game, Rog sits down with Arsenal CEO Richard Garlick to discuss why last season’s Premier League title could be the start of a dynasty, what his role as CEO looks like across Arsenal’s football and business operations, and the relentless approach Mikel Arteta brings to building a winning team. Plus, Garlick reflects on Arsenal’s unique connection with supporters from North London to around the world.

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Chapters:

00:00:00 - Arsenal’s Dynasty Ambitions

00:01:45 - Inside the Arsenal CEO Role

00:04:28 - Building Arsenal’s Future

00:05:29 - Arsenal’s Transfer Strategy

00:07:42 - Arsenal’s Global Impact

00:11:37 - Winning Is Just the Start

00:12:33 - Arteta, Kroenke & Arsenal’s Future

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Owen Wolff Traded, El-Ahmad's Intro, Nelson/Fodrey Updates, and more

Tue, 01 Sep 2026 05:00:00 GMT

This week, Landon and Jeremiah discuss the surprise Owen Wolff trade and Khaled El-Ahmad's introductory press conference. Other questions and topics include:

- New Patreon rewards are live!
- Support a good cause and win a Leslie!
- Owen Wolff traded to Sporting Kansas City
- The silver lining of the current roster
- Khaled El-Ahmad's introduction
- What we learned
- Some nice words, but talk is cheap
- Khaled compliments Landon's beard
- Updated details of Nelson and Fodrey moves
- What Khaled will have to work with
- Toluca and Portland recaps
- San Jose Earthquakes preview
- Free Parking at Amplify
- much more

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Liverpool's Dysfunction, Chelsea's Firepower, and Rayan Cherki Magic: Men In Blazers 08/31/26

Mon, 31 Aug 2026 19:30:00 GMT

Rog and Rory are back to break down all of the Premier League action from Matchweek 2, including Cole Palmer and Chelsea firing on all cylinders under Xabi Alonso—but just how concerning is their leaky defense with their showdown against Arsenal looming next week? Meanwhile, Liverpool's situation remains increasingly muddled after another draw, this time against Nottingham Forest. Does the dysfunction stem from Andoni Iraola, the system, the players, ownership, or all of the above? Plus, Rayan Cherki and Bruno Fernandes take their wizardry to another level, while Tottenham welcome fresh faces only to endure the same misery. Plus, Rog and Rory unveil their latest "Fan Mood Rankings" across the Premier League.

Check out the full interview with Bruno Fernandes here: https://mibcourage.co/3V5mwws

Hear more from Cole Palmer and his return to form here: https://mibcourage.co/3V40DO8

Watch the Dominic Calvert-Lewin interview here: https://mibcourage.co/4iDWUAz

Chapters

00:00:00 - Liverpool vs. Nottingham Forest reactions

00:08:42 - Pressure on Florian Wirtz

00:12:20 - The transfers Liverpool still need

00:19:15 - Chelsea vs. Brighton Reactions

00:26:30 - Crystal Palace vs. Manchester City Reactions

00:39:05 - Manchester United vs. Ipswich Town Reactions

00:47:53 - Tottenham vs. Newcastle Reactions

01:01:23 - Coventry vs. Hull Reactions

01:04:20 - Leeds vs. Brentford Reactions

01:06:06 - Sunderland vs. Fulham Reactions

01:08:24 - Bournemouth vs. Everton Reactions

01:16:52 - Happiest Fans? Saddest Fans?

01:19:43 - Fan Letter: Maresca and Guardiola

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#333 - Back-to-Back Road Wins!

Mon, 31 Aug 2026 11:40:27 GMT

Temper Expectations | Ep. 330

Bleav + The North End Podcast — Mon, 31 Aug 2026 01:18:00 GMT

The boys get together to recap the road victory over the Portland Timbers. They discuss Facundo Torres finding the back of the net once again and a bounce back performance from both Joseph Rosales and Oleksandr Svatok, before closing out the episode with Last Business Day.

0:30 - Intro

4:30 - Lineup reactions

9:25 - Portland Timbers recap

40:15 - Postgame takeaways

52:05 - Last Business Day

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Episode 120: The Martin Luther of the Transfer Window Emergency

Sat, 29 Aug 2026 17:08:00 GMT

In this episode, Moisés Chiullán and Phil West discuss Austin FC's exit from the Leagues Cup, taking the loss against Toluca and the Phase One performance together. They then get into the exits of Jayden Nelson, CJ Fodrey, and Owen Wolff, discuss the introductory press conference for new chief soccer officer Khaled El-Ahmad, reveal some of their wishes for the new collaborative era promised, and then get into Saturday night's match against Portland Timbers FC, including which hard-living rock band on the road the players should emulate.

SWOONTOWER SOCCER: I'm A Cool CEO

Moontower Soccer — Sat, 29 Aug 2026 01:00:00 GMT

Steph and Mike are back again to bring you all the latest in Austin FC vibes.

This week, we say goodbye to an Austin FC OG, an Austin FC Newbie, and an Austin FC Middle Guy, and talk about our normal stuff: Fits, vibes, our 1 goal celly, and social media standouts of the week that was:

‘Fit Checks

Steph’s on strike, Mike does the rankings anyway
Philly
Svatok and Hot Dog
KEA Presser 'fits

Match Moods

Tifo love, Pride armband love
Lack of MLS Pride warmups hate

Social Media Standouts:

Travel Day Photos
Plane Seating
and more!

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

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Episode 153 - Sim to 2027

Fri, 28 Aug 2026 12:00:00 GMT