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Rog is joined by Wrexham AFC manager Phil Parkinson to discuss the club's start to life in the EFL Championship division, the squad overhaul needed to compete at the next level, the effect the town of Wrexham has had on his life and whether or not he allows himself to dream of managing the club in the Premier League.

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Rog and Vamos' Herc Gomez breakdown the fever dream of a victory that was USMNT 5-1 Uruguay, including an incredible performance from Alex Freeman, what Sebastian Berhalter's set pieces unlock for this team, the continued resurgence of Gio Reyna, and how this USMNT squad has suddenly gelled under Mauricio Pochettino. Plus, Rog and Herc react to this international window as whole and what it all means as we head into the 20...

Rog is joined by Vamos’ Herculez Gomez to preview the USMNT’s second to last window before the World Cup. They begin with the surprise return of Gio Reyna, then assess a roster missing Christian Pulisic, Weston McKennie, and Chris Richards. They touch on Mauricio Pochettino’s messaging, Tyler Adams’s absence and the options to cover his role. The pair close with predictions for the upcoming friendlies against Paraguay and ...

A note to our listeners that this interview was recorded prior to Tyler Adams' injury-induced withdrawal from USMNT camp. In the latest episode of The Captain presented by Verizon, Bournemouth and USMNT midfielder Tyler Adams joins Rog to relive his goal at Manchester City and break down the craft of the perfect set piece. Then, Tyler talks Bournemouth's identity and how they wear teams down. Lastly, Adams touches on the U...

Rog is joined on stage by Trevor Noah for a celebration of Premier League football at The Stone Pony in Asbury Park, NJ. Plus, USMNT legends and New Jersey natives John Harkes and Tony Meola relive the 1994 World Cup, NJ Governor Phil Murphy looks ahead to the tournament in 2026, and Premier League goal machine Jermaine Defoe relives the English football's growth around the world.

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Rog and Rory are back to break down another wild weekend of Premier League action, including Sunderland's 2-2 "win" over Arsenal at an ecstatic Stadium of Light, Manchester City's suffocating victory over Liverpool in Pep's 1000th game, Erling Haaland's continued dominance, Jeremy Doku's emergence, and why Florian Wirtz has been so disappointing this season. Plus, what's behind the trend of fans booing their own clubs at h...

Rog is back to answer your questions and forecast the weekend’s Premier League action in this week’s Big Weekend Preview. First stop, Manchester, where City welcome Liverpool. Erling Haaland is chasing the 100-goal milestone while Liverpool arrive steadier with Andy Robertson back and Conor Bradley flying after midweek heroics. Arsenal’s clean sheet machine visit Sunderland with a chance to equal a top-flight defensive rec...

In an interview recorded earlier this week prior to his call up to USMNT's November camp, Borussia Mönchengladbach and United States Men’s National Team midfielder Gio Reyna sat down with Rog to discuss resilience and finding joy in the game again. Reyna opens up about the pain of past injuries, the daily habits that rebuild trust in his playing style, and why consistent minutes are the foundation of gaining confidence aga...

Rog and James Horncastle went live after Wednesday’s Champions League action to discuss Liverpool’s big win at Anfield versus Real Madrid, Arsenal’s impenetrable defense, Vincent Kompany’s work at Bayern after beating PSG, Manchester City dissecting Dortmund and Tottenham getting back on track. Plus, Rog and James take listener calls and chat about Erling Haaland’s chances at winning the Ballon d’Or.

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On the latest European Nights, Rog and Rory preview this week's Champions League, Europa League, and Conference League action, including the much awaited return of Trent Alexander-Arnold to Liverpool. Why hasn't it worked out for Trent at Real Madrid? And is TAA's departure the reason for Mo Salah's struggles this season? Then, Rog and Rory go deep on the man who has replaced Viktor Gyökeres at Sporting Lisbon...and his na...

Rog and Rory are back to breakdown all of this weekend's Premier League action, including another ho-hum Arsenal victory, Liverpool's much-needed spark versus Aston Villa, and Manchester United's thrilling draw against Sean Dyche's Nottingham Forest. Plus, deep dives into Erling Haaland's robot celebration (you can't fool us, Erling!) and the importance of Moises Caicedo to Chelsea.

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Rog is back to answer your burning questions and forecast all of the action in this week’s Big Weekend Preview Presented by PrizePicks. First, Liverpool host Aston Villa with pressure building and a gauntlet of fixtures ahead. Is this the reset Arne Slot needs or a reckoning at Anfield? Plus, a reality check at the Etihad as Bournemouth face Manchester City and we find out how far Andoni Iraola side has really come. Then, ...

On the latest episode of Running the Game, Rog sits down with Crystal Palace co-owner and chairman Steve Parish to trace the path from the 2010 rescue to FA Cup winners. Steve explains how an owner creates the conditions for success, why Palace target “rough diamonds”, and how Oliver Glasner’s belief shifted the club’s mentality. He also touches on South London’s talent pipeline and the data-led scouting that identified Je...

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...

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...

Rog is joined by Crystal Palace midfielder Adam Wharton to talk about how he sees the game. Adam reflects on his early YouTube skills videos and the practice habits that shaped his touch, then goes into the “message” he sends with every pass. He walks through his warm-up scanning routine and breaks down his chemistry with Jean-Philippe Mateta. Wharton closes on what success means to him now that he's won two trophies and w...

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 hi...

Rog and Rory are back ahead of this week's Champions League, Europa League, and Conference League action, and deep dive into the rise and (potential) fall of Diego Simeone, the living legend prowling Atletico Madrid's touchline. How did Simeone take a mid-table club and turn them into a rival of the best teams in Europe? And can Simeone adjust to the evolution of modern football? Then, Rog and Rory breakdown how Barcelona'...

Rog and Rory are back to break down another wild weekend of Premier League action, including Liverpool's fourth straight loss, this time at the hands of suddenly resurgent Manchester United. What's gone wrong for Arne Slot's squad? Plus, Arsenal cruise atop the table, but are they hearing Erling Haaland and Manchester City's footsteps behind them?

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