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Ep 41303/24/25: El Tri triumph, USMNT finish 4th

The USMNT fall to another painful defeat while Mexico win the CONCACAF Nations League with two goals from Raul Jimenez. Also, Europe’s Nations League action, Real Madrid win the women’s El Classico, and the footballing skill on show in March Madness.This is Early Kick Off from the Men in Blazers media network and presented by our great friends of the pod STōK Cold Brew Coffee, all your global football stories straight from the back pages of Europe's newspapers in around 10 minutes.This episode was made in the UK for Men In Blazers by…Host: Sammy JamesProducer: Mikey Watson and George CooperAssistant producer: Elizabeth BarnardResearcher: Jack CollinsSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Mar 24, 202510 min

Ep 41203/21/25: Poch’s Panama Pain

Panama stun the USMNT in the CONCACAF Nations League. Also, Vinicius Jr saves Brazil with a last-minute wondergoal, and it turns out you should meet your heroes.This is Early Kick Off from the Men in Blazers media network and presented by our great friends of the pod STōK Cold Brew Coffee, all your global football stories straight from the back pages of Europe's newspapers in around 10 minutes.This episode was made in the UK for Men In Blazers by…Host: Betty GloverProducer: George CooperAssistant producer: Elizabeth BarnardResearcher: Jack CollinsSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Mar 21, 202512 min

Ep 41103/20/25: USMNT back in action

Pochettino’s USMNT face Panama in the CONCACAF semi-finals on Thursday. Also, a relegation system is coming to the US, and we bring you some inventive new chants that could take the Premier League by storm.This is Early Kick Off from the Men in Blazers media network and presented by our great friends of the pod STōK Cold Brew Coffee, all your global football stories straight from the back pages of Europe's newspapers in around 10 minutes.This episode was made in the UK for Men In Blazers by…Host: Betty GloverProducer: George CooperAssistant producer: Elizabeth BarnardResearcher: Jack CollinsSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Mar 20, 202511 min

Ep 41003/19/25: Man City verdict dropping soon

The wait for the decision about Manchester City’s court case is almost over, so we remind you of the key details so far. Also, three players drop out of the USMNT squad, and Dan Burn’s footballing fairytale.This is Early Kick Off from the Men in Blazers media network and presented by our great friends of the pod STōK Cold Brew Coffee, all your global football stories straight from the back pages of Europe's newspapers in around 10 minutes.This episode was made in the UK for Men In Blazers by…Host: Sammy JamesProducer: George CooperAssistant producer: Elizabeth BarnardResearcher: Jack CollinsSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Mar 19, 202511 min

Ep 40903/18/25: Big Ange on thin ice

Ange Postecoglou’s job is under serious pressure. Also, Manchester United raise their season ticket prices, West Ham striker Michail Antonio speaks out following his car crash, and the awkward minute’s silence.This is Early Kick Off from the Men in Blazers media network and presented by our great friends of the pod STōK Cold Brew Coffee, all your global football stories straight from the back pages of Europe's newspapers in around 10 minutes.This episode was made in the UK for Men In Blazers by…Host: Sammy JamesProducer: George CooperAssistant producer: Elizabeth BarnardResearcher: Jack CollinsSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Mar 18, 202510 min

Ep 40803/17/25: Magpies secure silverware

Newcastle end their 70-year trophy drought as they beat Liverpool in the Carabao Cup final. Plus, Arsenal beat Chelsea, Ryan Sessegnon scores an emotional goal for Fulham, Barcelona stage a dramatic comeback, and Haji Wright scores a hat-trick.This is Early Kick Off from the Men in Blazers media network and presented by our great friends of the pod STōK Cold Brew Coffee, all your global football stories straight from the back pages of Europe's newspapers in around 10 minutes.This episode was made in the UK for Men In Blazers by…Host: Sammy JamesProducer: George CooperAssistant producer: Elizabeth BarnardResearcher: Jack CollinsSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Mar 17, 202510 min

Ep 40703/14/25: Seasons saved for Spurs and United

Manchester United and Spurs win at home in the Europa League to knock out Real Sociedad and AZ Alkmaar. Plus, Rangers eliminate Jose Mourinho’s Fenerbache, we preview the weekend’s games, and away fans return to the best derby in the world.This is Early Kick Off from the Men in Blazers media network and presented by our great friends of the pod STōK Cold Brew Coffee, all your global football stories straight from the back pages of Europe's newspapers in around 10 minutes.This episode was made in the UK for Men In Blazers by…Host: Betty GloverProducer: George Cooper and Sammy JamesAssistant producer: Elizabeth BarnardResearcher: Jack CollinsSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Mar 14, 202511 min

Ep 40603/13/25: Madrid derby shootout chaos

There’s controversy as Real Madrid knock Atletico out of the Champions League. Also, Arsenal and Aston Villa progress to the quarter-finals, we preview today’s Europa League games, and Chelsea and Manchester City must be sick of each other.This is Early Kick Off from the Men in Blazers media network and presented by our great friends of the pod STōK Cold Brew Coffee, all your global football stories straight from the back pages of Europe's newspapers in around 10 minutes.This episode was made in the UK for Men In Blazers by…Host: Sammy JamesProducer: George CooperAssistant producer: Elizabeth BarnardResearcher: Jack CollinsSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Mar 13, 202511 min

Ep 40503/12/25: Liverpool v PSG goes down to the wire

PSG beat Liverpool on penalties to knock them out of the Champions League, and Barcelona bamboozle Benfica. The USMNT roster for the upcoming international break is announced, Manchester United reveal their new stadium plans, and PSV ultras visit… AFC Wimbledon? USMNT roster announcement: https://x.com/USMNT/status/1899475528060420597Good Vibes FC with Sam Mewis and Lynn Biyendolo: https://mibcourage.co/3DmAQbN This is Early Kick Off from the Men in Blazers media network and presented by our great friends of the pod STōK Cold Brew Coffee, all your global football stories straight from the back pages of Europe's newspapers in around 10 minutes.This episode was made in the UK for Men In Blazers by…Host: Sammy JamesProducer: George CooperAssistant producer: Elizabeth BarnardResearcher: Jack CollinsSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Mar 12, 202512 min

Ep 40403/11/25: Guimarães goal gains three points

Newcastle narrowly beat West Ham, which moves them up to sixth in the table. We preview the Champions League round of sixteen second leg games, share fixture news about the USMNT, and bring you another update from the stingiest owner in football.This is Early Kick Off from the Men in Blazers media network and presented by our great friends of the pod STōK Cold Brew Coffee, all your global football stories straight from the back pages of Europe's newspapers in around 10 minutes.This episode was made in the UK for Men In Blazers by…Host: Betty GloverProducer: George Cooper and Sammy JamesAssistant producer: Elizabeth BarnardResearcher: Jack CollinsSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Mar 11, 202511 min

Ep 40303/10/25: Mikel Arteta's title silence

It’s turning into a procession for Liverpool as the Reds beat Southampton and Arsenal can only manage a draw. Also, Nottingham Forest secure a statement victory, Christian Pulisic inspires AC Milan to a big comeback win, and the charity game which sold out Wembley. This is Early Kick Off from the Men in Blazers media network and presented by our great friends of the pod STōK Cold Brew Coffee, all your global football stories straight from the back pages of Europe's newspapers in around 10 minutes.This episode was made in the UK for Men In Blazers by…Host: Sammy JamesProducer: George CooperAssistant producer: Elizabeth BarnardResearcher: Jack CollinsSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Mar 10, 202511 min

Ep 40203/07/25: Bergvall blunder bugs Big Ange

Spurs lose in the Europa League and Manchester United only manage a draw, and FIFA deliver yet another ludicrous proposal. We preview the weekend’s Premier League action and tell you about the Man United fan who’s going new lengths to showcase his support for his team.Man Utd fan’s (lack of) haircut: https://x.com/SkySportsNews/status/1897572401883296050Subscribe to the Raven Newsletter: https://mibcourage.co/3xQaQz1This is Early Kick Off from the Men in Blazers media network and presented by our great friends of the pod STōK Cold Brew Coffee, all your global football stories straight from the back pages of Europe's newspapers in around 10 minutes.This episode was made in the UK for Men In Blazers by…Host: Betty GloverProducer: George Cooper and Sammy JamesAssistant producer: Elizabeth BarnardResearcher: Jack CollinsSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Mar 7, 202510 min

Ep 40103/06/25: Liverpool do ‘le smash and grab’

Liverpool beat PSG 1-0 in the Champions League last sixteen despite the Parisians’ dominance. Also, there’s a new global women’s tournament on the horizon and the World Cup is planning to introduce a half time show!This is Early Kick Off from the Men in Blazers media network and presented by our great friends of the pod STōK Cold Brew Coffee, all your global football stories straight from the back pages of Europe's newspapers in around 10 minutes.This episode was made in the UK for Men In Blazers by…Host: Sammy JamesProducer: George CooperAssistant producer: Elizabeth BarnardResearcher: Jack CollinsSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Mar 6, 202511 min

Ep 40003/05/25: Arsenal in seventh heaven

Arsenal put seven past PSV and Aston Villa breeze past Club Brugge in the first legs of the round of sixteen. Also, Arne Slot’s alleged fruity language to Michael Oliver, previewing tonight’s Champions League ties, and JJ Watt breathes a sigh of relief.This is Early Kick Off from the Men in Blazers media network and presented by our great friends of the pod STōK Cold Brew Coffee, all your global football stories straight from the back pages of Europe's newspapers in around 10 minutes.This episode was made in the UK for Men In Blazers by…Host: Sammy JamesProducer: George CooperAssistant producer: Elizabeth BarnardResearcher: Jack CollinsSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Mar 5, 202511 min

Ep 39903/04/25: Matz Sels saves Nottingham Forest

This is Early Kick Off from the Men in Blazers media network and presented by our great friends of the pod STōK Cold Brew Coffee, all your global football stories straight from the back pages of Europe's newspapers in around 10 minutes.On today’s episode: Nottingham Forest’s tie with Ipswich in the FA Cup progresses to penalties, and Nuno’s Tricky Trees knock out the Tractor Boys; Juventus keep up their winning streak in Serie A; we preview the round-of-16 in the Champions League, including Real Madrid v Atletico Madrid and PSV v Arsenal; Rangers could be the latest club to be taken over by American owners; Sergino Dest is in the final phase of his rehabilitation after tearing his ACL; Crystal Palace starlet Adam Wharton has attracted interest from Real Madrid; and we share some of the most exciting title races across Europe.Football don't sleep, and neither do we.This episode was made in the UK for Men In Blazers by…Host: Sammy JamesProducer: George CooperAssistant producer: Elizabeth BarnardResearcher: Jack CollinsSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Mar 4, 202511 min

Ep 39803/03/25: Fulham inflict United penalty pain

This is Early Kick Off from the Men in Blazers media network and presented by our great friends of the pod STōK Cold Brew Coffee, all your global football stories straight from the back pages of Europe's newspapers in around 10 minutes.On today’s episode: Fulham knock Manchester United out of the FA Cup on penalties, and Bernd Leno is the hero for Marco Silva’s men; Brighton snatch a dramatic win at Newcastle to progress to the quarter-finals; Manchester City beat Plymouth; Crystal Palace defeat Millwall in a game which will be defined by Liam Roberts’ dangerous challenge on Mateta; Aston Villa, Preston, and Bournemouth also progress; the USMNT’s Jonny Cardoso scores for Real Betis to help them to a victory over Real Madrid; Luis Suarez rolls back the years; Hibernian win the Edinburgh derby; and one unlucky player receives the fastest red card in English football history.Sunshine on Leith, the greatest football anthem: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r0SQ2Q2yca0Football don't sleep, and neither do we.This episode was made in the UK for Men In Blazers by…Host: Sammy JamesProducer: George CooperAssistant producer: Elizabeth BarnardResearcher: Jack CollinsSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Mar 3, 202510 min

Ep 39702/28/25: West Ham’s back-to-back wins

This is Early Kick Off from the Men in Blazers media network and presented by our great friends of the pod STōK Cold Brew Coffee, all your global football stories straight from the back pages of Europe's newspapers in around 10 minutes.On today’s episode: In the Premier League, West Ham beat Leicester 2-0; AC Milan are defeated by Bologna, despite a goal from Leao; Jose Mourinho has received a four match ban and fined $44,000 by the Turkish Football Federation; Klopp will have a satirical carnival float; we preview the weekend’s FA Cup games, including Manchester City v Plymouth and Manchester United v Fulham; and… is this the worst Premier League ever?Football don't sleep, and neither do we.This episode was made in the UK for Men In Blazers by…Host: Sammy JamesProducer: George CooperAssistant producer: Elizabeth BarnardResearcher: Jack CollinsSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Feb 28, 202510 min

Ep 39602/27/25: Magic Mac Allister moves Liverpool 13 clear

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This is Early Kick Off from the Men in Blazers media network and presented by our great friends of the pod STōK Cold Brew Coffee, all your global football stories straight from the back pages of Europe's newspapers in around 10 minutes.On today’s episode: It’s another decisive night in the Premier League title race, as Liverpool beat Newcastle 2-0 and Arsenal draw 0-0 with Nottingham Forest; Manchester City win 1-0 at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium; Manchester United v Ipswich features a comedy goal and a red card, and the hosts come away with all three points; the USWNT miss out on the SheBelieves cup title as Japan beat them 2-1; Peterborough knock Wrexham out of the EFL Trophy on penalties; we preview Thursday’s games, including West Ham v Leicester; and we bring you a slice of British half-time entertainment.Football don't sleep, and neither do we.This episode was made in the UK for Men In Blazers by…Host: Sammy JamesProducer: George CooperAssistant producer: Elizabeth BarnardResearcher: Jack CollinsSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Feb 27, 20259 min

Ep 39502/26/25: Chelsea breach top four

This is Early Kick Off from the Men in Blazers media network and presented by our great friends of the pod STōK Cold Brew Coffee, all your global football stories straight from the back pages of Europe's newspapers in around 10 minutes.On today’s episode: Chelsea end their losing streak and thrash Southampton 4-0; Fulham win away at Wolves as Ryan Sessegnon scores his first goal for the Cottagers since rejoining in the summer; Crystal Palace dispatch Aston Villa 4-1; Brighton beat Bournemouth 2-1; Barcelona draw 4-4 with Atletico Madrid in the first leg of their Copa del Rey semi-final; Inter Milan secure their spot in the Coppa Italia semi-final; we preview tonight’s Premier League action, as Arsenal travel to Nottingham Forest, Liverpool host Newcastle, and Spurs face Manchester City; and we bring you the most emotional cupsets from Europe. Football don't sleep, and neither do we.This episode was made in the UK for Men In Blazers by…Host: Betty GloverProducer: George Cooper and Sammy JamesAssistant producer: Elizabeth BarnardResearcher: Jack CollinsSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Feb 26, 202511 min

Ep 39402/25/25: Leeds leave it late… again

This is Early Kick Off from the Men in Blazers media network and presented by our great friends of the pod STōK Cold Brew Coffee, all your global football stories straight from the back pages of Europe's newspapers in around 10 minutes.On today’s episode: 1st play 2nd in the Championship, and Leeds come away from Bramall Lane with all three points; AS Roma continue their brilliant form under Claudio Ranieri; Jim Ratcliffe announces further cuts at Manchester United, this time about lunches; Bournemouth’s Daniel Jebbison has switched his national allegiance to Canada; Paul Pogba could be joining Inter Miami; we preview today’s Premier League matches, including Chelsea v Southampton; and we bring you the atmosphere from the fiercest derby in world football.Football don't sleep, and neither do we.This episode was made in the UK for Men In Blazers by…Host: Betty GloverProducer: George Cooper and Sammy JamesAssistant producer: Elizabeth BarnardResearcher: Jack CollinsSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Feb 25, 202510 min

Ep 39302/24/25: Liverpool win the Premier League?

This is Early Kick Off from the Men in Blazers media network and presented by our great friends of the pod STōK Cold Brew Coffee, all your global football stories straight from the back pages of Europe's newspapers in around 10 minutes.On today’s episode: It’s been Liverpool’s weekend at the top of the Premier League, with a huge win over Manchester City, while closest rivals Arsenal drop points at home against West Ham; there was an impressive late comeback for Manchester United at Everton, and Aston Villa and Newcastle both pick up statement wins; in the SheBelieves Cup, the USWNT beat Australia 2-1, and Japan also win; Christian Pulisic misses a penalty for AC Milan as they fall to defeat by Torino; Luca Modric rolls back the years for Real Madrid; LA Galaxy are shocked by the league’s new boys, San Diego; we preview Monday’s matches, including the huge clash at the top of the Championship between Leeds and Sheffield United; and Manchester United try to avoid leaks.Subscribe to the Raven newsletter: https://mibcourage.co/3xQaQz1 Football don't sleep, and neither do we.This episode was made in the UK for Men In Blazers by…Host: Betty GloverProducer: George Cooper and Sammy JamesAssistant producer: Elizabeth BarnardResearcher: Jack CollinsSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Feb 24, 202510 min

Ep 39202/21/25: USWNT’s perfect start in SheBelieves Cup

This is Early Kick Off from the Men in Blazers media network and presented by our great friends of the pod STōK Cold Brew Coffee, all your global football stories straight from the back pages of Europe's newspapers in around 10 minutes.On today’s episode: The USWNT beat Colombia 2-0 in the SheBelieves Cup, with goals from Cat Macario and Ally Sentnor; in the Europa League playoffs, AS Roma and Bodø/Glimt progress, as do Ajax and Jose Mourinho’s Fenerbahçe; the dream is over for Ireland’s Shamrock Rovers in the Europa Conference League; we preview this weekend’s Premier League fixtures, including a tasty clash between Manchester City and Liverpool; and James Tarkowski talks us through his last-minute equalizer in the Merseyside Derby.Football don't sleep, and neither do we.This episode was made in the UK for Men In Blazers by…Host: Betty GloverProducer: George Cooper and Sammy JamesAssistant producer: Elizabeth BarnardResearcher: Jack CollinsSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Feb 21, 202512 min

Ep 39102/20/25: Majestic Mbappe mauls Manchester City

This is Early Kick Off from the Men in Blazers media network and presented by our great friends of the pod STōK Cold Brew Coffee, all your global football stories straight from the back pages of Europe's newspapers in around 10 minutes.On today’s episode: Real Madrid dominate Manchester City at the Bernabeu, and a Kylian Mbappe hat-trick means that Pep’s team are knocked out of Europe; Liverpool drop points at Villa Park, as Darwin Nunez misses a golden opportunity to make it 3-2; PSV progress to the Champions League knockouts despite a Tim Weah goal for Juventus; Brest are knocked out by PSG; Lionel Messi scores the winner for Inter Miami in freezing cold Kansas City; Thursday night marks the start of the SheBelieves Cup; and PSG are set to gain some neighbors.Football don't sleep, and neither do we.This episode was made in the UK for Men In Blazers by…Host: Betty GloverProducer: George Cooper and Sammy JamesAssistant producer: Elizabeth BarnardResearcher: Jack CollinsSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Feb 20, 202510 min

Ep 39002/19/25: Bayern break Celtic hearts

This is Early Kick Off from the Men in Blazers media network and presented by our great friends of the pod STōK Cold Brew Coffee, all your global football stories straight from the back pages of Europe's newspapers in around 10 minutes.On today’s episode: Bayern Munich eventually beat Celtic 3-2 on aggregate to knock them out of the Champions League; AC Milan are eliminated by Feyenoord; Club Brugge beat Atalanta, winning 5-2 on aggregate; Benfica also advance to the knockout rounds; we preview tonight’s Champions League fixtures, as Manchester City attempt to overturn a one-goal deficit at the Bernabeu against Real Madrid; we also preview tonight’s Premier League clash between Aston Villa and Liverpool; and Atalanta players have a hilarious and embarrassing meltdown. LA liveshow tickets: https://mibcourage.co/3X4iKBJFootball don't sleep, and neither do we.This episode was made in the UK for Men In Blazers by…Host: Sammy JamesProducer: George CooperAssistant producer: Elizabeth BarnardResearcher: Jack CollinsSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Feb 19, 202511 min

Ep 38902/18/25: Leeds close in on the Premier League

This is Early Kick Off from the Men in Blazers media network and presented by our great friends of the pod STōK Cold Brew Coffee, all your global football stories straight from the back pages of Europe's newspapers in around 10 minutes.On today’s episode: Leeds beat Sunderland 2-0 in a top-of-the-table clash in the Championship; Barcelona move to the top of La Liga with a 1-0 win over Rayo Vallecano; Arsenal have been fined $82,000 for the reaction by their players to Myles Lewis-Skelly’s red card at Wolves; Casemiro wants to stay at Manchester United; Lionel Messi avoids a cold away day; Real Madrid are considering leaving La Liga in protest of refereeing decisions; we preview tonight’s Champions League games; and the first goal at the new Everton stadium is scored by an unfortunate player.Football don't sleep, and neither do we.This episode was made in the UK for Men In Blazers by…Host: Sammy JamesProducer: George CooperAssistant producer: Elizabeth BarnardResearcher: Jack CollinsSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Feb 18, 202510 min

Ep 38802/17/25: Liverpool keep Wolves at bay

This is Early Kick Off from the Men in Blazers media network and presented by our great friends of the pod STōK Cold Brew Coffee, all your global football stories straight from the back pages of Europe's newspapers in around 10 minutes.On today’s episode: The Premier League title race is unchanged by the weekend’s results, as Liverpool beat Wolves and Arsenal dispatch Leicester; Omar Marmoush scores a hat-trick as Manchester City smash Newcastle 4-0; Spurs win El Tragico, beating Manchester United 1-0; Brighton, Fulham, and Everton all achieve statement wins, and Bournemouth and Brentford also triumph; Amad Diallo will be out for the rest of the season with an ankle injury; Burnley have clocked a staggering 1000 minutes since they last conceded a league goal; the FA has decided to charge Arne Slot, Everton, and Liverpool over the post-Merseyside derby bust-up; Jude Bellingham defends himself after receiving a red card; we preview Monday’s games; and miserable Derby fans travel to QPR on Valentine’s Day.Football don't sleep, and neither do we.This episode was made in the UK for Men In Blazers by…Host/producer: George CooperAssistant producer: Elizabeth BarnardResearcher: Jack CollinsSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Feb 17, 202510 min

Ep 38702/14/25: Valentine's Clash in Brighton

This is Early Kick Off from the Men in Blazers media network and presented by our great friends of the pod STōK Cold Brew Coffee, all your global football stories straight from the back pages of Europe's newspapers in around 10 minutes.On today’s episode: Brighton host Chelsea in the Premier League, the side they knocked out of the FA Cup; Arsenal face struggling Leicester; more Premier League preview; Europa League catch-up as Fenerbache ease past Anderlecht and AZ Alkmaar thump Galatasaray; PSR rules to remain in place; semi-automated offside technology to be used in the FA Cup fifth round; the MLS returns; and Graham Potter is revealed as a secret Swiftie. Football don't sleep, and neither do we.This episode was made in the UK for Men In Blazers by…Host and Producer: George CooperAssistant producer: Yasmin MillsResearcher: Jack CollinsSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Feb 14, 202511 min

Ep 38602/13/25: Madness on Merseyside

This is Early Kick Off from the Men in Blazers media network and presented by our great friends of the pod STōK Cold Brew Coffee, all your global football stories straight from the back pages of Europe's newspapers in around 10 minutes.On today’s episode: Everton hold Liverpool in the last Merseyside derby at Goodison Park; Bayern Munich 2-1 win at Celtic Park; Feyenoord beat AC Milan soon after sacking their own manager; Club Brugge squeeze past Atalanta; Havertz and Jackson injuries; Plymouth hammer in-form Millwall; and 15-year-old Mackenzie lives every Everton fans’ dream.Football don't sleep, and neither do we.SUBSCRIBE TO MEN IN BLAZERS' "RAVEN NEWSLETTER": https://mibcourage.co/3xQaQz1This episode was made in the UK for Men In Blazers by…Host: Sammy JamesProducer: George CooperAssistant producer: Yasmin MillsResearcher: Jack CollinsSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Feb 13, 202512 min

Ep 38502/12/25: Real Madrid’s City break

This is Early Kick Off from the Men in Blazers media network and presented by our great friends of the pod STōK Cold Brew Coffee, all your global football stories straight from the back pages of Europe's newspapers in around 10 minutes.On today’s episode: Real Madrid come back to defeat Man City in the first knockout round of the Champions League; McKennie’s goal secures a Juventus win over PSV; Dortmund put three past Sporting Lisbon; Nottingham Forest win on penalties to survive Exeter FA Cup scare; Cannon scores stunner to send Wrexham to the EFL trophy semi-finals; preview of more Champions League action as Club Brugge host Atalanta, Feyenoord take on AC Milan and Bayern Munich travel to Celtic Park; the last ever Premier League Merseyside derby to be held at Goodison Park; and a Ballon D’Oasis snub.Football don't sleep, and neither do we.This episode was made in the UK for Men In Blazers by…Host: Betty Glover Producer: George CooperAssistant producer: Yasmin MillsResearcher: Jack CollinsSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Feb 12, 202512 min

Ep 38402/11/25: Clash of the Champions

This is Early Kick Off from the Men in Blazers media network and presented by our great friends of the pod STōK Cold Brew Coffee, all your global football stories straight from the back pages of Europe's newspapers in around 10 minutes.On today’s episode: The Champions League playoff games kick off on Tuesday, and the big clash is Manchester City vs Real Madrid, a game between the last two European champions; we remind you of the drama of the Ballon d’Or ceremony in November; Borussia Dortmund travel to Sporting Lisbon and it’s an all-French affair between Brest and PSG; in the FA Cup fourth round, Crystal Palace sailed past Doncaster; we bring you the big ties from the fifth round draw, which includes Manchester City v Plymouth Argyle, Manchester United v Fulham, and Crystal Palace v Millwall; we preview Tuesday’s other games, including Exeter City v Nottingham Forest in the FA Cup and Wrexham v Bolton in the EFL Trophy; and the under-17s US Men’s National Team win 22-0.Football don't sleep, and neither do we.This episode was made in the UK for Men In Blazers by…Host: Betty GloverProducer: George Cooper and Sammy JamesAssistant producer: Elizabeth BarnardResearcher: Jack CollinsSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Feb 11, 202511 min

Ep 38302/10/25: Green beats Red in Sunday's big game

This is Early Kick Off from the Men in Blazers media network and presented by our great friends of the pod STōK Cold Brew Coffee, all your global football stories straight from the back pages of Europe's newspapers in around 10 minutes.On today’s episode: Basement boys in the Championship, Plymouth Argyle, knock Premier League leaders Liverpool out of the FA Cup with a 1-0 home win; Villa dump Spurs out of the FA Cup as more pressure is piled on Ange Postecoglou; Man City escape a scare at Leyton Orient following a wonder-goal with a 2-1 win; the Madrid derby ends 1-1; Christian Pulisic provides two assists as AC Milan beat relegation-threatened Empoli; Josh Sargent scores for Norwich and Ethan Horvath is the hero for Cardiff in goal; ticket prices for the FIFA Club World Cup have been reduced; and Queens Park pull off a giant-killing in Scotland.Football don't sleep, and neither do we.This episode was made in the UK for Men In Blazers by…Host: Sammy JamesProducer: George CooperAssistant producer: Elizabeth BarnardResearcher: Jack CollinsSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Feb 10, 202511 min

Ep 38202/07/25: Slot's first Liverpool final

This is Early Kick Off from the Men in Blazers media network and presented by our great friends of the pod STōK Cold Brew Coffee, all your global football stories straight from the back pages of Europe's newspapers in around 10 minutes.On today’s episode: Liverpool beat Spurs 4-0 on the night to win the Carabao Cup semi-final 4-1 on aggregate; Inter Milan lose 3-0 at Fiorentina, meaning they miss the chance to go top of the Serie A table; Barcelona thrash Valencia 5-0 in the Copa Del Rey; Lisandro Martinez’s ACL tear is confirmed, and he is unlikely to play again this season; Spanish legend Sergio Ramos has joined Monterrey in Liga MX; we preview this weekend’s FA Cup fourth round fixtures, including Manchester United v Leicester, Plymouth Argyle v Liverpool, Leyton Orient v Manchester City, and Aston Villa v Tottenham Hotspur; and we talk all things Wrexham and Channing Tatum ahead of Sunday’s big game.Football don't sleep, and neither do we.This episode was made in the UK for Men In Blazers by…Host: Betty GloverProducer: George Cooper and Sammy JamesAssistant producer: Elizabeth BarnardResearcher: Jack CollinsSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Feb 7, 202512 min

Ep 38102/06/25: Newcastle on Howay to Wembley

This is Early Kick Off from the Men in Blazers media network and presented by our great friends of the pod STōK Cold Brew Coffee, all your global football stories straight from the back pages of Europe's newspapers in around 10 minutes.On today’s episode: Newcastle beat Arsenal 2-0 on the night to progress to the Carabao Cup final at Wembley with a 4-0 win on aggregate; in the Coppa Italia, AC Milan beat Roma 3-2 to progress to the last four; Real Madrid break Léganes’s hearts with a last minute winner in the Copa Del Rey quarter-finals; Bayer Leverkusen progress to the semi-finals of the German cup; Neymar has made his second debut for Santos; we preview Thursday’s game between Liverpool and Spurs in the Carabao Cup; and the Premier League bring in a new rule about celebrations.Subscribe to The Raven newsletter: https://mibcourage.co/3xQaQz1 Football don't sleep, and neither do we.This episode was made in the UK for Men In Blazers by…Host: Betty GloverProducer: George Cooper and Sammy JamesAssistant producer: Elizabeth BarnardResearcher: Jack CollinsSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Feb 6, 202511 min

Ep 38002/05/25: Magpies eye up silverware

This is Early Kick Off from the Men in Blazers media network and presented by our great friends of the pod STōK Cold Brew Coffee, all your global football stories straight from the back pages of Europe's newspapers in around 10 minutes. On today’s episode: Newcastle host Arsenal in the second-leg of the Carabao Cup semi-final; Burnley extend their unbeaten run in the Championship; Wrexham eye-up Wembley in the Vertu Trophy; Latte Lath transfer breaks record; Alphonso Davies gets creative announcing his new contract with Bayern Munich; further offside technology to be introduced in the Premier League; cup games in Germany, Spain and Italy coming up; and the lost art of simple footballing terms. Football don't sleep, and neither do we. This episode was made in the UK for Men In Blazers by… Host: Sammy James Producer: George Cooper Assistant producer: Yasmin Mills Researcher: Jack CollinsSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Feb 5, 202511 min

Ep 37802/04/25: Potter’s cursed Chelsea return

This is Early Kick Off from the Men in Blazers media network and presented by our great friends of the pod STōK Cold Brew Coffee, all your global football stories straight from the back pages of Europe's newspapers in around 10 minutes.On today’s episode: Chelsea move up to fourth after coming from behind to beat West Ham 2-1; the transfer window slams shut, and we round up all the last-minute deals; Manchester City splash the cash on their Rodri stand-in, Nico Gonzalez; Spurs secure striker Mathys Tel from Bayern Munich; Lisandro Martinez has torn his ACL and will be out for the rest of the season; Wrexham have unveiled plans for a new stand; in the Championship, Sunderland overcome local rivals Middlesbrough 3-2; and Chris Wood reacts to his song.20% off at the Men In Blazers store with code FNFSALEFootball don't sleep, and neither do we.This episode was made in the UK for Men In Blazers by…Host: Sammy JamesProducer: George CooperAssistant producer: Elizabeth BarnardResearcher: Jack CollinsSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Feb 4, 202511 min

Ep 37702/03/25: Five-star Arsenal humble Haaland

This is Early Kick Off from the Men in Blazers media network and presented by our great friends of the pod STōK Cold Brew Coffee, all your global football stories straight from the back pages of Europe's newspapers in around 10 minutes.On today’s episode: Arsenal put five past Manchester City at the Emirates in a game full of needle; Liverpool show the teams around them how it’s done and dispatch Bournemouth 2-0 at the Vitality; Nottingham Forest beat Brighton 7-0; Southampton win their first away game of the season; Everton score within the first 11 seconds in a 4-0 thrashing of Leicester; Crystal Palace pile the pressure on Ruben Amorim with a 2-0 away win at Old Trafford; Wolves, Fulham, and Spurs all win; the Milan derby finishes 1-1; Ricardo Pepi has signed a new contract with PSV until 2030; Marcus Rashford leaves Manchester United for a loan spell at Aston Villa; we round up all the latest transfers and rumors ahead of the deadline; and Arsenal remind Manchester City to “stay humble”.Football don't sleep, and neither do we.This episode was made in the UK for Men In Blazers by…Host: Sammy JamesProducer: George CooperAssistant producer: Elizabeth BarnardResearcher: Jack CollinsSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Feb 3, 202511 min

Ep 37601/31/25: Mainoo’s magic for Manchester United

This is Early Kick Off from the Men in Blazers media network and presented by our great friends of the pod STōK Cold Brew Coffee, all your global football stories straight from the back pages of Europe's newspapers in around 10 minutes.On today’s episode: Kobbie Mainoo scores for Manchester United as the Red Devils beat FCSB to secure their spot in the Europa League last sixteen; Spurs also get the job done against Elfsborg, and their youth stars shine in the 3-0 win; Porto, Roma, and Fenerbahce all secure progression; Miguel Almiron returns to Atlanta United; Jenna Nighswonger’s move to Arsenal has been confirmed; we preview the Premier League fixtures this weekend, including Bournemouth v Liverpool and Arsenal v Manchester City; and the Rolling Stones almost cause chaos in La Liga.Football don't sleep, and neither do we.This episode was made in the UK for Men In Blazers by…Host: Betty GloverProducer: George Cooper and Sammy JamesAssistant producer: Elizabeth BarnardResearcher: Jack CollinsSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Jan 31, 202512 min

Ep 37501/30/25: City escape embarrassing elimination

This is Early Kick Off from the Men in Blazers media network and presented by our great friends of the pod STōK Cold Brew Coffee, all your global football stories straight from the back pages of Europe's newspapers in around 10 minutes.On today’s episode: Eighteen matches in the Champions League kicked off on Wednesday night at the same time, and we’re here to make sense of it all; Manchester City overcome a scare by Club Brugge to secure a spot in the playoffs; Ousmane Dembélé scores a hattrick to ensure PSG’s progression to the playoffs; Aston Villa and Lille secure top eight spots; PSV secured a playoff spot with a Ricardo Pepi goal; Jhon Duran looks set to move to Al Nassr in Saudi Arabia; Arsenal are fighting for the signature of Ollie Watkins; we preview Thursday’s Europa League games; and Unai Emery is salty about speculation around his star players.Football don't sleep, and neither do we.This episode was made in the UK for Men In Blazers by…Host: Betty GloverProducer: George Cooper and Sammy JamesAssistant producer: Elizabeth BarnardResearcher: Jack CollinsSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Jan 30, 202511 min

Ep 37401/29/25: Champions League Endgame

This is Early Kick Off from the Men in Blazers media network and presented by our great friends of the pod STōK Cold Brew Coffee, all your global football stories straight from the back pages of Europe's newspapers in around 10 minutes.On today’s episode: We prepare you for the most exciting night the Champions League has ever seen, as 18 games kick off at the same time, including Manchester City’s crunch match with Brugge; Myles Lewis-Skelly’s red card has been overturned; Manchester United's plan to build a 100,000-seat stadium receive a major green light; Manchester United close in on signing Lecce defender Patrick Dorgu; the race for Evan Ferguson’s signature hots up; and we tell you about the USWNT stars moving to Europe.Football don't sleep, and neither do we.This episode was made in the UK for Men In Blazers by…Host: Sammy JamesProducer: George CooperAssistant producer: Elizabeth BarnardResearcher: Jack CollinsSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Jan 29, 202511 min

Ep 37301/28/25: David Coote tells all

This is Early Kick Off from the Men in Blazers media network and presented by our great friends of the pod STōK Cold Brew Coffee, all your global football stories straight from the back pages of Europe's newspapers in around 10 minutes.On today’s episode: David Coote apologizes for the actions which led to him being sacked, comes out as gay, and says he wishes he’d reached out to loved ones; Coote continues to deny allegations that he had made an agreement with a friend to award a yellow card; Spurs have been monitoring Tyler Dibling at Southampton and Nico Williams at Athletic Club; Bayer Leverkusen have interest in Aston Villa’s Emi Buendia; New York City FC defender Christian McFarlane has joined Manchester City; it looks like there is no way back for Marcus Rashford at Manchester United; Manchester United and Chelsea are considering a sensational swap deal for Alejandro Garnacho and Christopher Nkunku; and we preview a brand new episode of Running the Game with Bill Foley.Football don't sleep, and neither do we.This episode was made in the UK for Men In Blazers by…Host/producer: George CooperAssistant producer: Elizabeth BarnardResearcher: Jack CollinsSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Jan 28, 202511 min

Ep 37201/27/25: Big Ange on the brink

This is Early Kick Off from the Men in Blazers media network and presented by our great friends of the pod STōK Cold Brew Coffee, all your global football stories straight from the back pages of Europe's newspapers in around 10 minutes.On today’s episode: Seven league defeats in a row and Leicester travel to Dr Tottenham, coming away from North London with all three points; Liverpool comfortably beat Ipswich; Arsenal are mired in yet another red-card controversy as they fight for a 1-0 win at Wolves; Bournemouth stun Nottingham Forest with a 5-0 drubbing; Manchester City beat Chelsea; Chelsea Women sign Naomi Girma and the USWNT defender is unveiled to fans; and the Champions League takes inspiration from the NFL RedZone.Football don't sleep, and neither do we.This episode was made in the UK for Men In Blazers by…Host: Sammy JamesProducer: George CooperAssistant producer: Elizabeth BarnardResearcher: Jack CollinsSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Jan 27, 202511 min

Ep 37101/24/25: Bruno bolsters United

This is Early Kick Off from the Men in Blazers media network and presented by our great friends of the pod STōK Cold Brew Coffee, all your global football stories straight from the back pages of Europe's newspapers in around 10 minutes.On today’s episode: Bruno Fernandes pulls off a stoppage-time winner as Manchester United beat Rangers; Spurs secure hard-fought win over Hoffenheim in the Europa League; a thrilling top-of-the-table draw between Wrexham and Birmingham City; Kolo Muani joins Juventus on loan until the end of the season; Omar Marmoush teases terror in first interview with Manchester City; Premier League preview as Liverpool get set to face Ipswich at Anfield and Tottenham meet Leicester in ‘sad club derby’; and the deep bond between man and barber.Football don't sleep, and neither do we.This episode was made in the UK for Men In Blazers by…Host: Betty GloverProducer: George CooperAssistant producer: Yasmin MillsResearcher: Jack CollinsSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Jan 24, 202511 min

Ep 37001/23/25: City crumble in the Champions League

This is Early Kick Off from the Men in Blazers media network and presented by our great friends of the pod STōK Cold Brew Coffee, all your global football stories straight from the back pages of Europe's newspapers in around 10 minutes.On today’s episode: PSG host Manchester City and come from 0-2 down to win 4-2, as City’s crisis deepens; Arsenal overcome Dinamo Zagreb comfortably, with a 3-0 win; Real Madrid secure a comfortable win against RB Salzburg; Feyenoord spring a shock on Bayern Munich; Celtic beat Young Boys 1-0 with an own goal; Pochettino’s USMNT defeat Costa Rica 3-0 on Wednesday; we preview tonight’s Europa League games; and Ryan Reynolds shares his love of the game, his club, and the community in Wrexham.Football don't sleep, and neither do we.This episode was made in the UK for Men In Blazers by…Host/producer: George CooperAssistant producer: Elizabeth BarnardResearcher: Jack CollinsSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Jan 23, 202511 min

Ep 36901/22/25: Barcelona and Benfica in an all-time classic

This is Early Kick Off from the Men in Blazers media network and presented by our great friends of the pod STōK Cold Brew Coffee, all your global football stories straight from the back pages of Europe's newspapers in around 10 minutes.On today’s episode: Benfica hosted Barcelona on Tuesday, and the result was a crazy 5-4 win for Barcelona; Liverpool confirmed their spot in the last sixteen of the Champions League with a routine win over Lille; Atletico Madrid, Monaco, and PSV also secured victories; Borussia Dortmund’s Nuri Sahin is sacked as manager; USWNT defender Naomi Girma may be set to join Chelsea for $1.1 million; Arsenal have expressed interest in Wolves’ Matheus Cunha; Jen Beattie announces her retirement from football; Amazon announce a new documentary about Jurgen Klopp’s Liverpool; we preview Wednesday’s Champions League fixtures, including PSG v Manchester City; and we share a heartwarming story about Tony Mowbray’s return to football.Football don't sleep, and neither do we.This episode was made in the UK for Men In Blazers by…Host: George CooperProducer: Mikey WatsonAssistant producer: Elizabeth BarnardResearcher: Jack CollinsSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Jan 22, 202511 min

Ep 36801/21/25: Madueke haunts Wolves

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This is Early Kick Off from the Men in Blazers media network and presented by our great friends of the pod STōK Cold Brew Coffee, all your global football stories straight from the back pages of Europe's newspapers in around 10 minutes.On today’s episode: Chelsea put a recent winless spell behind them and beat Wolves 3-1 at home, as Tosin scores his first Premier League goal for the Blues and Noni Madueke troubles an old foe; Tim Weah has attracted transfer attention from Everton; Aston Villa have rejected an initial 70 million dollar bid from West Ham for striker Jhon Duran; AC Milan are keen to move for Kyle Walker on loan; we preview Tuesday’s Champions League fixtures, including Liverpool v Lille; and Edward Norton ruffles some feathers in the blue half of Manchester.Football don't sleep, and neither do we.This episode was made in the UK for Men In Blazers by…Host: Betty GloverProducer: George CooperAssistant producer: Elizabeth BarnardResearcher: Jack CollinsSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Jan 21, 202510 min

Ep 36701/20/25: Dazzling Darwin at the double

This is Early Kick Off from the Men in Blazers media network and presented by our great friends of the pod STōK Cold Brew Coffee, all your global football stories straight from the back pages of Europe's newspapers in around 10 minutes.On today’s episode: It’s a decisive weekend in the Premier League title race, as Liverpool and Nottingham Forest win, and Arsenal drop more points at home to Aston Villa; Justin Kluivert scores a hat-trick for Bournemouth at St James’s Park; Everton beat Spurs 3-2 and cause more woe for Ange Postecoglou; Brighton beat the ‘worst’ Manchester United side in history; Manchester City win 6-0 at Ipswich and taunt their local rivals; Pochettino’s USMNT beat Venezuela; Juventus hosted AC Milan and Timothy Weah was on the scoresheet; the USWNT have named Alyssa Naeher as the 2024 US Soccer Female Player of the Year; we preview Monday’s football, Chelsea v Wolves; and JJ Watt makes a risky promise.Football don't sleep, and neither do we.This episode was made in the UK for Men In Blazers by…Host: Sammy JamesProducer: George CooperAssistant producer: Elizabeth BarnardResearcher: Jack CollinsSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Jan 20, 202512 min

Ep 36601/17/25: This is Amad’s World

This is Early Kick Off from the Men in Blazers media network and presented by our great friends of the pod STōK Cold Brew Coffee, all your global football stories straight from the back pages of Europe's newspapers in around 10 minutes.On today’s episode: Manchester United survive a scare against Southampton and win 3-1 thanks to a late Amad Diallo hattrick; Brighton win against Ipswich, which leaves the Tractor Boys in the relegation zone; Erling Haaland signs a Manchester City contract extension until 2034; Mo Salah has been offered a lucrative contract from Al Hilal in Saudi Arabia; USWNT superstar Naomi Girma could be moving to Europe; we preview the weekend’s Premier League fixtures, including Arsenal v Aston Villa and Everton v Spurs; and Jurgen Klopp hopes for a party.Football don't sleep, and neither do we.This episode was made in the UK for Men In Blazers by…Host: Betty GloverProducer: George Cooper and Sammy JamesAssistant producer: Elizabeth BarnardResearcher: Jack CollinsSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Jan 17, 202512 min

Ep 36501/16/25: Arsenal sink Spurs… again

This is Early Kick Off from the Men in Blazers media network and presented by our great friends of the pod STōK Cold Brew Coffee, all your global football stories straight from the back pages of Europe's newspapers in around 10 minutes.On today’s episode: North London remains red as Arsenal beat Spurs 2-1; David Moyes’s first game in charge of Everton ends in defeat to Aston Villa; elsewhere in the Premier League, Newcastle beat Wolves and Crystal Palace defeat Leicester; Chelsea have decided to recall their defender Trevor Chalobah from Crystal Palace; global icons Neymar and Zaha may be joining MLS; French giants Lyon are knocked out of the Coupe de France by a team from France’s fifth tier; we preview Thursday’s action, including Manchester United v Southampton; and Arne Slot is confused about Nottingham Forest’s new chant.Football don't sleep, and neither do we.This episode was made in the UK for Men In Blazers by…Host: Betty GloverProducer: George Cooper and Sammy JamesAssistant producer: Elizabeth BarnardResearcher: Jack CollinsSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Jan 16, 202512 min

Ep 36401/15/25: Jota’s instant impact

This is Early Kick Off from the Men in Blazers media network and presented by our great friends of the pod STōK Cold Brew Coffee, all your global football stories straight from the back pages of Europe's newspapers in around 10 minutes.On today’s episode: The top-of-the-table clash between Nottingham Forest and Liverpool ends in a draw; Manchester City drop yet more points, as Brentford hold them at the G tech; Reese James scores for Chelsea as Bournemouth leave Stamford Bridge with a point; West Ham win Graham Potter’s first game in charge against Fulham; no Premier League clubs have been charged with a PSR breach; Arsenal’s Gabriel Jesus will be out for the season with an ACL injury; Gen Zeagles inspire a PSV comeback over Excelsior in the Dutch cup; we preview Wednesday’s games in the Premier League, including the North London derby and David Moyes’s first game back as Everton head coach; and Plymouth Argyle’s new manager gives us goosebumps. Football don't sleep, and neither do we.This episode was made in the UK for Men In Blazers by…Host: Betty GloverProducer: George Cooper and Sammy JamesAssistant producer: Elizabeth BarnardResearcher: Jack CollinsSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Jan 15, 202512 min

Ep 36301/14/25: Title showdown at the City Ground

This is Early Kick Off from the Men in Blazers media network and presented by our great friends of the pod STōK Cold Brew Coffee, all your global football stories straight from the back pages of Europe's newspapers in around 10 minutes.On today’s episode: There’s a full slate of Premier League fixtures this midweek, and on Tuesday, third-place Nottingham Forest host league leaders Liverpool; Brentford also host Manchester City and Fulham travel to West Ham; Pep Guardiola says that Kyle Walker has asked to leave Manchester City; Aston Villa have agreed to sign forward Donyell Malen from Borussia Dortmund; we bring you the latest on the rest of the January transfer gossip; Canada women appoint Casey Stoney as head coach; Wrexham could qualify for the Europa League through a reinvigorated Welsh cup; and Pep gives autograph hunters a piece of his mind.Football don't sleep, and neither do we.This episode was made in the UK for Men In Blazers by…Host: Sammy JamesProducer: George CooperAssistant producer: Elizabeth BarnardResearcher: Jack CollinsSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Jan 14, 202511 min