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Clint Dempsey on USMNT’s Seattle Euphoria and the Turkey Test: The Deuce, Presented by Allstate 06/24/26
Today00:30:37Summary readyIn the latest episode of The Deuce, Presented by Allstate, Rog and Clint Dempsey break down the USMNT’s dream start to the tournament after wins over Paraguay and Australia. Clint discusses the electric scenes in Seattle, the team’s high-intensity start under Mauricio Pochettino, and the challenge of balancing rotation with momentum ahead of Thursday’s match against Turkey. Plus, Clint reflects on Christian Pulisic’s return to fitness, Folarin Balogun’s red-hot form, and the growing belief around this team.Check out the Men in Blazers Shop: https://mibcourage.co/4qIb2L1Sign up for our newsletters: https://mibcourage.co/4rA5fGzJoin our Discord! https://discord.gg/9dUpP2pHHUSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
SummaryChris Richards on USMNT’s Dream Start, Seattle’s Country Roads Moment, and Why Not Us?: Men in Blazers 06/24/26
Today00:18:44Summary readyRog is joined by USMNT defender Chris Richards to discuss the United States’ dream start to the tournament after wins over Paraguay and Australia. They begin with his emotional return to the global stage, then assess what has clicked inside Mauricio Pochettino’s system. Chris reflects on playing on home soil, the meaning of being “overly American,” and the unforgettable scenes in Seattle. Plus, he looks ahead to the final group-stage match against Turkey and explains why this team is embracing Pochettino’s “Why not us?” mentality.Check out the Men in Blazers Shop: https://mibcourage.co/4qIb2L1Sign up for our newsletters: https://mibcourage.co/4rA5fGzJoin our Discord! https://discord.gg/9dUpP2pHHUSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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Group Stage Reaches Its Climax | Day 14 Preview | Morning Cupdate, Presented by The Home Depot
Yesterday00:16:10Summary readyIt’s the final round of the group stage - and it’s an all-out battle to qualify for the knockouts. This is Morning Cupdate, brought to you by The Home Depot.In today’s show, we look back on Tuesday’s fixtures - Cristiano Ronaldo made history in Portugal’s 5-0 drubbing of Uzbekistan, Ghana held England to a 0-0 draw, Croatia beat Panama, and Colombia won against DR Congo. Then we look forward to Wednesday’s games, as the last round of the group stage kicks off. In Group B, Canada look to qualify for the knockouts for the first time. In Group C, can Scotland make it past Brazil? And in Group A, Mexico aim for the perfect group stage. Betty takes on Rory in Morning Cupdate vs The Night Cup, and why exactly did Harry Kane miss that chance earlier?See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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England can't push past Ghana and Ronaldo has his moment for Portugal: Night Cup 06/23/26
Yesterday01:06:57Summary readyRog and Rory Smith are back to break down all of the day's tournament action, including England's 0-0 draw with Ghana...what caused Harry Kane to lose his magic against the Black Stars? And will Thomas Tuchel suddenly face mounting media scrutiny? Then, Ronaldo finally breaks through with two goals against Uzbekistan. But will his positive performance ultimately hurt Portugal in the long run? Plus, Croatia take down Panama, and a look ahead to tomorrow's games. Check out the VAMOS YouTube with Duel Nats and The Give N Go: https://mibcourage.co/3QITAZoJoin us for our third Match Day Live stop in LA at Union Station on June 25: https://mibcourage.co/4uNY6E1The Match Day Live! Tour continues with our fourth stop in Philly on June 27: https://mibcourage.co/44nhX26See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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Lionel Messi Makes History and Day Thirteen Preview | Morning Cupdate, Presented by The Home Depot
2d ago00:14:04Summary readyIn today’s show: Lionel Messi breaks FOUR Guinness World Records as Argentina took care of business in a 2-0 win over Austria; France cruised past Iraq 3-0 after a prolonged weather-induced half time break; Norway edged Senegal in a 3-2 thriller, and Algeria fought past Jordan 2-1. Then we look forward to Tuesday’s games: Portugal vs Uzbekistan, England vs Ghana, Panama vs Croatia, and Colombia vs DR Congo. As the Nightcup Team cruises into a 5-3 lead in the predictions challenge, Betty takes on Rog Bennett once again.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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Messi powers Argentina, Mbappe shines for France, and Haaland lifts Norway, featuring Humphrey Ker: Night Cup 6/22/26
2d ago01:23:59Summary readyRog and Rory Smith are joined by comedian and Executive Director of Wrexham AFC Humphrey Ker to break down an incredible day of footballing action, including the return of the holy scoring trinity of Lionel Messi, Kylian Mbappe, and Erling Haaland. Who will win this incredible Golden Boot race? Can Messi drag Argentina to another trophy? Or can anyone take down a Kylian Mbappe-led France team? Plus, a look ahead to tomorrow's action. Grab the "Lifelong Cape Verde Fan" Tee here: https://mibcourage.co/4uVoziVJoin our Twitch Watchalong tomorrow, June 23, for the England-Ghana match: https://mibcourage.co/4uR2KBgSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
SummaryUSMNT Mania Takes Over Seattle, Pochettino’s Process Pays Off, and Turkey Awaits: Men in Blazers 06/22/26
2d ago00:34:01Summary readyRog is joined by Herculez Gomez to break down the USMNT’s dream start to the tournament after wins over Paraguay and Australia. They begin with the unforgettable scenes in Seattle, then assess how Mauricio Pochettino’s high-intensity approach has transformed the team. They discuss Weston McKennie’s role, the squad’s growing maturity, and the questions still surrounding the back line. Plus, they discuss how much rotation there should be going into their game against Turkey, and Herc gives his score predictions.Check out the Men in Blazers Shop: https://mibcourage.co/4qIb2L1Sign up for our newsletters: https://mibcourage.co/4rA5fGzJoin our Discord! https://discord.gg/9dUpP2pHHUSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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Cape Verde Heroics AGAIN and Day Twelve Preview | Morning Cupdate, Presented by The Home Depot
3d ago00:12:56Summary readySome of the tournament’s biggest stars are back in action, including Messi, Mbappe, and Haaland. This is Morning Cupdate, brought to you by The Home Depot.In today’s show, we look back at Sunday’s fixtures: there were more Cape Verdean heroics in their 2-2 draw with Uruguay; Spain demolished Saudi Arabia; Egypt got past New Zealand, and Belgium vs Iran ended goalless. Then we look forward to Monday’s games: Argentina vs Algeria, France vs Iraq, Norway vs Senegal, and Jordan vs Algeria. Betty takes on Rog Bennett in Morning Cupdate vs The Night Cup, and Scotland fans take over another American city.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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Cabo Verde pull off another miracle against Uruguay, Lamine Yamal sparks Spain, and Iran stonewall Belgium featuring Adam Friedland: Night Cup 06/21/26
3d ago01:16:03Summary readyRog and Rory are back to break down another day of action, including Cabo Verde's second shock of the tournament, this time a draw against Uruguay. How far can the Blue Sharks ride the wave? Plus, Lamine Yamal opens up a blow out win for Spain against Saudi Arabia. Did the Spaniards just put the rest of the field on notice? Then, comedian Adam Friedland joins the show to talk about the United States' dream start, his Arsenal fandom, and why he finds FreddyLA7 so frustrating. Check out our Cup Tees in the MiB Shop: https://mibcourage.co/4eUHzJDOur Match Day Live! Tour continues in Los Angeles on June 25 at Union Station: https://mibcourage.co/4elAMIWSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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Spain Hunt for First Win | Day Eleven Preview | Morning Cupdate, Presented by The Home Depot
4d ago00:14:43Summary readyIt’s a level field and is all to play in Groups G and H. This is Morning Cupdate, brought to you by The Home Depot.In today’s show, we look back at Saturday’s fixtures: the Netherlands demolished Sweden 5-1, Germany squeaked past the Ivory Coast, Curaçao had a heroic draw vs Ecuador, and Japan thumped Tunisia 4-0. Then we preview Sunday’s games: Spain vs Saudi Arabia, Belgium vs Iran, Uruguay vs Cape Verde, and New Zealand vs Egypt. Betty takes on Rory Smith in Morning Cupdate vs The Night Cup, and we tell you about one of the tournament’s conspiracy theories.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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