Incredible that there is no mention or comparison to Abramohich’s acquisition of Chelsea. And the success and growth of a mid-tier London team in an incredible short amount of time. The rules and laws may not have been there, but the drums were being beaten by the likes of Wenger and other on FFP. The lack of self-awareness from these “journalists” is incredible. No one made a connection here?? Seriously??? I suspect this is a classic capitalist story where this infusion grew a league to such as extent that created all these parallel jobs and power that you really don’t want to shake things up too much. Let’s bring Man City back to the dungeons and ignore all other FFP breaches because this will destroy our livelihoods. Let’s focus the outrage in one spot only, not on the corrupt uncompetitive league that has been destroying other European leagues. The positive story of the Premier League must be preserved. There dominance has been been built on a complete lack of Financial Fair Play. Chelsea and Man City have created an investment environment that benefited the entire league really. But the ultimate truth is the Premier League has grown on excesses for longer than Man City. And those teams that have remained will have profited as well.

I started listening to this podcast when it was Roger Bennett and Michael Davies. They were great together. Slowly and eventually, it was mostly Roger, still pretty good. 3 stars at least. Eventually Toger brought on Rory Smith as a guest. For a while, I thought Rory only showed up when it was for “European Nights”. I skipped all of those episodes because Liverpool FC never made much noise in Europe and I avoided all talks where LFC were not meaningfully involved. I don’t remember when I accidentally listened to Rory, but holy happiness. I could listen to Rory talk about almost anything football related. Even when LFC made me sad (which is often). I hate to be hyperbolic, but the crown prince of Harrogate makes this a 5 stars listen, for sure.

I love listening to Rog and Rory! No one makes me laugh in such an unexpected way. I get audible laughs every time I listen. Thank you I am so grateful to you for this wonderful podcast. P.S. why does Herc Gomez hate Pochettino?

Herc Gomez is cringe , he will go by the way of Alexi lalas , why is he so upset , and why does he always talk like he won a World Cup and he can critique everything and everyone , I can’t take it, love you rog

Rog‘s infectious sunny disposition made this curmudgeon American fall in love with the beautiful game. (Are we sure he’s from England?) World Cup coverage became part of my morning routine and I already sorely miss it. I didn’t realize they were in the Fifa Brazil World Cup video game! I’m so excited to have them as my commentary! Courage!

At one point MIB nicely filled demand for a solid football podcasts. But now with plenty of podcasts with superior analysis—e.g., The Guardian’s—MIB pales in comparison with its pointless banter and nonsensical detours.

I don’t like the pushing the storyline/agenda of a us wc is illegitimate because our striker got to play in a game after he was unjustly red carded in the middle of the tournament. That’s some loser baby behavior. And suspiciously selective about when and what rules you think should actually be enforced. Bad look for you soccer pundits.

This might be the podcast I've listened to the longest and I'm never not entertained - I mean how could anyone not be entertained because there's a pod for everyone. Rog has consistently been the most positive, delightfully poetic of hosts, and I loved it even before Rory was the confirmed second host, but since that has happened, this World Cup has truly provided a shining light on their wonderful chemistry and friendship. Through the hours of traveling, the ill-advised but truly appreciated (cold) food takes and what seems to be a concerning lack of sleep, these have been the most deliriously fantastic pods. Whenever Humphrey has joined, the level of unhinged has gone from 8 to 11 (complimentary). It's added to the beauty of this beautiful game. Thanks for everything the entire network does at walking the tightrope of informing and entertaining. Courage!

I had to stop listening to this segment for my mental health….

Men in Blazers has lost what made it special. It used to offer excellent Premier League coverage, thoughtful interviews, and genuinely funny banter. Now it’s mostly forced comedy, relentless USMNT hype, repeated reminders of how “American” Rog is, and far too many ads. Rory Smith is the only reason I’m not giving it one star. More Rory, less Rog.

Went away from the podcast and recently returned. Was astounded at the amount of commercials. I know they gotta eat, but it’s to the point that I can’t get into the content anymore, making it a pass for me.

Betty is back, finally !!?! Looking forward to following this 2026 WC with her every morning!!!

Great show

Love these guys, always witty, prepared and great listen every time. Especially like when Clint Dempsey is on, really has a good vibe to it. Keep up the great content and come back to Seattle soon!!!

Was enjoying some of the lead up to the summer’s World Cup and was looking forward to using the podcast to supplement my viewing… But didn’t realize until today that you put occasional scores in podcast titles. I was waiting until tonight after work to watch the USMNT friendly… but instead had the result spoiled when I loaded Apple podcast app. I will still check in on occasional episodes after games are over but have had to Unfollow your feed.

Really pleased that this has become an LFC podcast, although I miss Davo talking about the Chelsea kids

Such a joy to listen to Roger talk futbol!!!!

Love the pod rog. But more Dempsey, and more spurs.⚽️ ⚽️ ⚽️🥅 🥅 🥅

I stayed offline all afternoon and am watching the City game now you just spoiled it by putting the result in the name of the episode. It’s only been three hours!!! Why would you do that???

Meh, nothing special, just a weekly overview. Some of the content like the Deuce and Captain is absolutely class though, that saves the rating.

Listen to Morning Football every day on my way to school with my Dad. It is just such a great podcast, and Rog and Rory always make me laugh. Thanks for keeping up Morning Football, and keep up the great work!

You can’t put the score in the episode title. Sometimes people are not able to watch a game live so please don’t put score in the title.

Sadly this pod has become largely unlistenable. Davo was the best part of the pod and his loss has dragged the pod down to Rog reading off a script, there is nothing natural about the dialogue anymore. For a few months now I have been skipping everything aside from the ‘Rory Smith’ podcasts (he, Rory, is Great to listen to) but, with the domestic season now over and complete focus on the USMNT, it’s time to bid farewell. Far better content pods out there these days.

I will admit I tune in for Rory Smith. His insight on the teams and games he covers is unique and enjoyable. Rog is enjoyable is small doses (e.g., less than 1 minute), and tolerable when he’s in on a 1-2 minute soliloquy. Beyond that, it is simply painful. He like Dickens on a podcast, he must get paid per word because his ability to describe mundane things with 2-5 minute uninterrupted speeches is impressive at first, but just unbearable after the second or third time. A 5 for Rory and a 2 for Rog.

It’s captivating when Rog and Rory are together. Best episodes by far. European Nights is a history lesson with laughs. I feel I take a cheap vacation to a new European city each week all the way from Reno, Nevada. I’ve learned so much and love Rory breaking down Premier League too. Rory>Davo -Courage

Hi it’s Noah I’m ten years old and I’m a huge soccer fan and your podcast I just want to say thank you for making this podcast that me and my mom listen to every day⚽️❤️

I really enjoy men in blazers but the interruptions for gambling lines became too much. I’ll stick with the women’s game for now, but please keep prize picks off of twg.

Everything and anything, inside and out, its topics, news and guests are beautifully done and presented.

It’s darkly funny that Tim Howard (yes, THAT Tim Howard) has the guts to call out Pulisic for his fascist Trump trash dance, while on the VERY same night Schticky Rog is labeling Pulisic a “wonderful human being” on his drunken pod. Sweetie, I know “courage” is your catch phrase, but do you actually know what it means? It means standing up to Captain America even if the idiot won’t give you an interview for the terrible USMNT coffee table book you’re putting out for the next World Cup. You are a disgrace to American ideals, cuz all you see is PROFIT. #Courage

It was the Go To podcast after any week of Premier League action, but it has become essentially an AI recap of the weekends action. Rog just reads a script for an hour+. Used to be banter and fun.

I yearn for the old Rog and Davo Men in Blazers podcasts that became a reliable staple in my podcast lineup. There’s too much going on now and this iteration of MiB is virtually unrecognizable. I still pull for MiB, but I fear I’ve lost my old friend.

I loved the Davo, but if he had to leave, Rory Smith is the best possible replacement. Perfect dry wit to respond to Rog’s ramblings. Still too many different pods on the feed, though. Vamos? No thanks.

I’ve spent many years listening to Men In Blazers, despite being the target of some unsubstantiated and undeserved Liverpool banter. But as a fellow lover of the written verse, and an American, who also shares an affinity for Merseyside , I find there’s no better non-Liverpool podcast to whet my football appetite, than Men In Blazers. And while I lamented the “passing” of our royalist, oligarch, curious, son of Eaton, Chelsea supporting mate Davo, I welcome with open arms, a man of the people, Mr. Rory Smith. Subscribe now, these boys are the best.

Respectfully if you don’t know who Mia Hamm is I don’t even want to listen to you read a script prepared by someone who does. Learn ball

It’s enjoyable during club seasons- especially Rory. But Rog can get cringey during international tournaments.

Rog “Brazil, a country that loves Barry Manilo so much they named a beach after one of his songs” Davo “I missed that joke” 🤣🤣🤣🤣

And ill begotten

I do hate that your use of Diddy’s ‘Can’t Stop Won’t Stop’ to describe Arsenal in the last episode.. otherwise top tier..

I’ve been wondering if Michael Davies’ absence from the flagship show was temporary or permanent. I gather from an online story that it is permanent. How very sad. It seems it is time to unsubscribe and put this podcast behind me.

All the shows are great, but Rory Smith is the best. Anyone who loves soccer or is new to soccer will enjoy this podcast. Wasn’t an Everton fan before starting to listen to this show. Now I pull for them every week so Rog doesn’t have to follow Championship soccer next season. Go Gunners!

World corrupt would be so much better if tom’s forced jokes just weren’t there. Ditch Tom

Came for the football and stayed for geopolitics!

LOVE, LOVE, LOVE having Sam Mewis on to focus on the Women's game. We've been hungry for Women's football content and her ability to break it down, keep it fun and interesting, while also being vulnerable and real is such a treat. Give that woman a raise!

When I started listening to your broadcast, it was all about how much you knew about America oh, if you’re in this city you should go to this restaurant. And when you brought in Sam, I was really excited. but now I see we just went through one of the most exciting tournaments in the United States in a long time, and nothing from you guys. Absolutely nothing. I am un scribing. But I will check in on Wednesdays once in a while to see how Sam is doing. There’s a proper time for a interview with a young person on the way up. And Sam did a really nice job with her during all that exciting tournament soccer. So I’m not going to abandon Sam, or miss out on what she has to say. If I ever want to know more about a three-way tie in the Premier league, I will definitely check you guys out lol.

my god, are we ever going to get some in-depth conversation on the women’s game. so many issues like why is the under19 doing so bad, why is USWNT still struggling. these interviews are fluff pieces, like reading people magazine. is the WSL better than NWSL?

Sam is an amazing addition!

Sam Mewis is an international treasure.

Sam Mewis you give life to my Thursdays. I couldn’t agree more that you are crushing it in the podcast world. Please keep leaning in to politics alongside silly joy. It is glorious!

Have been listening for years and thoroughly enjoy Roy and Davo! It’s been so much to have all of the new content they’ve been adding, especially The Women’s Game!

Hooray for adding this long awaited dimension to the pod!