The second Cup of Cups Preview, Presented by Camarena, continues with Rog and Rory Smith discussing Groups A and B. Can Mexico navigate a tricky Group A that includes South Africa, South Korea, and Czechia, and finally win a knockout game after years of heartbreak? In Group B, Jesse Marsch’s revenge tour continues as Canada look to make a deep run, and can Granit Xhaka’s Switzerland produce enough offensive firepower? Plus, Bosnia and Herzegovina’s Edin Dzeko, aka the Balkan LeBron, and Qatar are back after hosting in 2022.

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Jesse Marsch joins Rog on the cusp of Canada’s historic home tournament opener to break down the biggest questions facing his squad. Jesse discusses the emotion of naming his 26-man roster, how Canada are managing Alphonso Davies return from injury, and why Jonathan David means more to the team than just goals. Plus, Jesse reflects on Canada’s identity, the pressure of playing at home, and why this group has become, in his words, “the People’s Team.”

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The first Cup of Cups Preview, Presented by Camarena, begins as Rog and Rory Smith dive into Groups C and D. Can Christian Pulisic and the U.S. navigate a tricky path through Paraguay, Australia, and Turkey, or will Group D prove more dangerous than it first appeared? In Group C, can Carlo Ancelotti restore Brazil’s aura, or will Morocco prove its last run was no fluke? Plus, Scotland’s long-awaited return, and Haiti’s remarkable story.

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Prolific actor and lifelong football obsessive Diego Luna joins Roger Bennett for a candid conversation about the highs and heartbreaks of Mexican football, and the emotional power of the beautiful game. Diego reflects on growing up during the legendary 1986 FIFA World Cup and revisits the football and cultural legacy of Diego Maradona. The pair also dive into Luna’s upcoming Netflix film Mexico 86, exploring how the World Cup evolved from a sporting event into a global cultural and commercial phenomenon. Along the way, Rog and Diego relive Mexico’s heartbreak against Germany, celebrate El Tri icons like Rafa Márquez and Hugo Sánchez, and discuss the expectations surrounding another World Cup hosted in part on home soil.

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Rog sits down with US and AC Milan superstar Christian Pulisic to discuss what lies ahead for the US team this summer, how it felt to score against a potent Senegal squad, and the role faith plays in his on-the-field mentality. Plus, the attacking threat that Folarin Balogun and Ricardo Pepi bring to the team, and what exactly was on Mauricio Pochettino's laptop in THAT viral moment.

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On the latest installment of The Deuce, Presented by Allstate, USMNT legend Clint Dempsey returns to talk with Rog about the state of the U.S. Men’s National Team following their win over Senegal. Clint breaks down Christian Pulisic’s return to form, the battle at striker, Mauricio Pochettino’s biggest questions, and what success should look like this summer.

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Rog and Clint Dempsey go live with their instant reactions following USMNT 3-2 Senegal, presented by Allstate. They discuss Sergiño Dest’s impact in his return, Christian Pulisic scoring his first international goal since 2024, Matt Turner getting a chance in goal, and if this could be Ricardo Pepi’s breakout moment.

Plus, Clint and Rog take listener calls and talk about Mauricio Pochettino flirting with AC Milan as the tournament looms. 

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PSG are Champions League champions once again, surviving an epic final in Budapest and defeating Arsenal on penalties after a dramatic 1-1 draw. Rog, Rory Smith, and James Horncastle break down a night of tension, resilience, and heartbreak as PSG ultimately prevailed to grasp on to European glory for the second consecutive year.

The crew analyzes Arsenal's remarkable defensive performance, the tactical battle between Mikel Arteta and Luis Enrique, David Raya's heroics, and the cruel penalty miss that ended the Gunners' dream.

Plus, the shocking end of Arne Slot's Liverpool tenure sparks debate about succession, expectations, and whether Bournemouth boss Andoni Iraola is the right man to take over at Anfield.

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USMNT and Leeds United star midfielder Brenden Aaronson joins Rog to reflect on the emotional moment he learned he made the 2026 USMNT roster, Pochettino's latest message to the squad, and what to expect versus Senegal and Germany in the final tune-ups before this summer's tournament begins.  Brenden discusses the mentality shift that helped transform his season in the Premier League, and how Daniel Farke's mid-game tactics adjustment versus Man City helped Leeds soar to new heights.  Aaronson opens up about battling criticism, earning back the love of the Leeds supporters, and how the “dungeon” training sessions with his father growing up in South Jersey still shape his play.

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Big Weekend Preview returns as Rog and Rory Smith look ahead to the Champions League Final between Paris Saint-Germain and Arsenal. They begin with Arsenal, fresh off their Premier League triumph, and breakdown just how seismic the Gunners winning the Champions League for the first time would be. Then a discussion about PSG’s robust set of attackers, and the impressive defensive display they put on against Bayern Munich. Will it be Arsenal’s wall mentality or PSG’s offensive threat that determines the final? Finally, a discussion about Crystal Palace’s awe inspiring victory over Rayo Vallecano in the European Conference League.

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Chapters:

00:00:00 — Arsenal vs. PSG Preview

00:15:36 — Champions League Final Predictions

00:17:09 — Conference League Champions Crystal Palace

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