This week on VAR You Serious, we break down a major turning point in European football as Real Madrid reportedly reach an agreement with UEFA to end talks surrounding the controversial European Super League. Is this the official death of the Super League, or just a strategic pause? We discuss what this means for Champions League reform, club power, and the future of European football governance.

Underdogs stole the spotlight across Europe with absolute chaos. Como knock Napoli out of the Coppa Italia on penalties for their first semifinal in 40 years. Southampton complete a stunning 3–0 comeback against Leicester. Manchester City win at Anfield with fans for the first time in over two decades. Burnley score three goals in seven minutes to flip their match on the road. Which result changes the season the most?

Our VAR You Serious Moment of the Week focuses on Cristiano Ronaldo ending his brief boycott of Al Nassr after the Saudi Public Investment Fund addressed his demands. Was this leadership from a global superstar or unnecessary drama? What does this say about Saudi football’s stability and Ronaldo’s legacy?

We close with Parting Shots, tackling the Japanese league’s decision to remove draws, Antoine Semenyo’s explosive form, Wayne Rooney’s public criticism, whether Spurs could actually face relegation trouble, Arsenal’s injury crisis, and the possibility of Pochettino leaving the USMNT before the 2026 World Cup.

Big debates, bold takes, and football chaos all in one episode.

This week on VAR You Serious, we preview a massive Carabao Cup Final as Arsenal and Manchester City meet at Wembley with far more on the line than just silverware. Arsenal edge past Chelsea in a tight, tactical semifinal, while City overpower Newcastle to set up a showdown loaded with history, pressure, and narrative. We break down the key factors going into the final, including Arsenal’s unbeaten run against City, City’s squad changes, and why this match feels like a psychological test for both sides.Underdogs steal the spotlight across Europe as Brentford beat Aston Villa away despite being down to ten men, Udinese dent Roma’s Champions League hopes, Mallorca dismantle Sevilla to leapfrog them in the table, and Austrian side Altach stun Sturm Graz in the cup. We debate which of these results actually matters most and which favorite should be most concerned.Our VAR You Serious Moment of the Week focuses on Manchester City’s increasingly vocal complaints. After a controversial draw with Spurs, Rodri suggests people don’t want City to win, while Pep Guardiola sarcastically references net spend despite City spending heavily in recent windows. We dig into the spending numbers, the context of the 115 charges, and ask whether this is elite mentality or a sign of pressure finally creeping in.We wrap up with Parting Shots, firing through the biggest questions ahead of the weekend. Who wins Liverpool vs City? Can Dortmund still catch Bayern? Can Spurs stop United’s run? Who’s been the Premier League’s surprise player of the season? Will PSG drop points against Marseille? And should Arsenal target Bournemouth’s teenage star Eli Junior Kroupi this summer?Fast-paced debate, big opinions, and football narratives that actually matter, all packed into one episode.

This week on VAR You Serious we dive into one of the most open Premier League races in years as the title fight and the battle for the top five tighten up. With only a few points separating multiple contenders, we debate whether any club is consistent enough to run away with the league, if Manchester City’s transfer moves could swing the season, and whether teams like Aston Villa, Chelsea, Liverpool, United, Fulham or Brentford can truly hold their position as the pressure builds.

For Underdogs of the Week we break down major surprise results across Europe, including Augsburg ending Bayern’s unbeaten run, Bodø Glimt stunning Atletico Madrid, Marseille’s statement win over Lens, and FC Thun leading the Swiss League after promotion. Which upset actually signals a bigger shift and which is just a one-week shock?

Our VAR You Serious Moment of the Week centers on the wild Champions League clash between Real Madrid and Benfica. Two controversial red cards, Mbappé’s disallowed goal after taking the ball from the goalkeeper, and a 98th-minute winning header from Benfica’s keeper create one of the most chaotic endings of the season. We debate whether Madrid’s attitude cost them and if the officiating got the key decisions right.

We close with Parting Shots, tackling rapid-fire questions about a potential shock Champions League exit, Mbappé’s goal tally, Liverpool’s trophy chances, Chelsea’s treatment of Liam Rosenior, and the race for Premier League Player of the Season.

Fast debate, strong opinions, and football chaos from start to finish.

This week on VAR You Serious, we break down absolute chaos in the Champions League as eight teams sit tied on 13 points heading into the final matchday. We debate who secures the last automatic qualification spots between PSG, Newcastle, Chelsea, Barcelona, Sporting CP, Manchester City, Atletico Madrid, and Atalanta, and how much those auto qualifiers actually matter when the elite teams still look dominant. We also look at the biggest potential shocks on the table, including the possibility of Napoli or Benfica missing out entirely.For Underdogs of the Week, Mike highlights Bodø Glimt’s dominant home win over Manchester City in Norway, while Dylan dives into Spurs’ impressive victory over Dortmund and their surprising position in fifth place. What do these results say about European parity and teams we thought we could trust?Our VAR You Serious Moment of the Week tackles one of the most debated moments of the week. Was Unai Emery out of line for shoving Youri Tielemans before calling him “like my son,” or was it an emotional one-off blown out of proportion? We also discuss the chaotic ending to the AFCON final and what it says about tournament organization and credibility.We close with Parting Shots, firing through the biggest debates in the game right now, including whether City players should refund fans after their Champions League loss, Trinity Rodman’s record-breaking contract, Senegal’s walk-off controversy, Arsenal’s quadruple hopes, Newcastle’s Champions League chances, and whether Pep Guardiola’s success is built on tactical genius or financial power.Fast-paced debate, big opinions, and football chaos, all packed into under 30 minutes.

This week on VAR You Serious, we dive into one of the biggest trends in modern football: why managers are being sacked faster than ever. Are players forcing clubs’ hands, are ownership groups expecting instant success, or is the entire system broken? We break down why patience has disappeared and who’s really to blame.Underdogs take over this episode as we run through a wild set of shock results. Wrexham knock out Nottingham Forest on penalties in the FA Cup, Macclesfield pull off the biggest FA Cup upset ever by beating Crystal Palace, Paris FC eliminate PSG in the closest rivalry in football, and Albacete stun Real Madrid just days after Xabi Alonso’s dismissal. We debate which of these results truly matters most in the long run.Our VAR You Serious Moment of the Week looks at refereeing inconsistencies across competitions. Manchester City see a goal disallowed in the Carabao Cup due to the lack of offside technology, while a similar Arsenal goal against Chelsea is allowed. We discuss how the same rules are being applied differently depending on the competition and what needs to change to restore trust in officiating.We close with Parting Shots, firing through big questions including who will win AFCON between Senegal and host nation Morocco, whether Real Madrid will be better or worse without Xabi Alonso, who wins more trophies this season between Arsenal and Manchester City, whether Liam Rosenior can guide Chelsea to the Champions League, if Michael Carrick will keep the Manchester United job, and whether Rayan Cherki is the signing of the season.Fast-paced debate, big opinions, and the chaos of football.

This week on VAR You Serious, we take a midseason temperature check on the Premier League and break down the biggest surprises so far. We look at which teams and players have shocked us the most, what feels sustainable, and what might be heading for a second-half regression.Our VAR You Serious Moment of the Week dives into managerial chaos, with Enzo Maresca walking away from a major payday and Ruben Amorim being sacked. We debate whether this says more about Chelsea’s dysfunction, Manchester United’s structural issues, or the modern reality of management at elite clubs.We wrap up with Parting Shots, firing through the hottest questions in the league right now, including whether Igor Thiago is the most in-form striker in Europe, Brentford’s top-six chances, West Ham’s relegation fears, Spurs’ long-term status, and whether Sunderland are set up for a one-and-done season next year.Fast-paced debate, honest takes, and football conversations that don’t need ninety minutes.

This week on VAR You Serious, we break down the 2026 World Cup group stage draw and what it means for the United States. We react to the draw itself, identify the toughest groups, and dive deep into the USMNT’s group to discuss expectations, potential pitfalls, and how far this team should realistically go on home soil.We then recap the MLS Cup Final as Inter Miami defeat Vancouver 3–1 to lift the trophy. We discuss why the win was fully deserved, Messi’s influence once again on the biggest stage, and what’s next for Vancouver after a strong but ultimately falling-short season.Our VAR You Serious Moment of the Week focuses on Mohamed Salah and his visible frustration following Liverpool’s recent match. We debate whether his reaction was warranted, what it says about Liverpool’s current situation, and whether Salah’s long-term future lies at Anfield or elsewhere.For Underdogs of the Week, Dylan highlights the rapid rise of RB Leipzig winger Yan Diomande and why he’s becoming one of the Bundesliga’s most exciting young talents. Mike spotlights Celta Vigo’s shocking 2–0 win over Real Madrid, a match that saw Madrid implode and raise serious questions about Xabi Alonso’s side.We finish with Parting Shots, tackling quick-fire debates including Xabi Alonso’s job security, the better young talent between Lennart Karl and Estevão, World Cup dark horses, a way-too-early MLS Cup prediction, Unai Emery versus Mikel Arteta, and who should lead the line for the USMNT in 2026 between Balogun and Pepi.All the analysis, debate, and father-son banter you expect, packed into under 45 minutes.

This week on VAR You Serious, we start with Spain’s latest statement on the world stage as their women’s national team defeats Germany in front of 56,000 fans to retain the Nations League title. We break down how Spain have built the most dominant dynasty in modern women’s football and whether anyone is close to challenging them.

For Underdogs of the Week, Dylan highlights Monaco’s incredible win over PSG with ten men, while Mike looks at Leeds’ impressive 3–1 victory over Chelsea where they dominated xG and created the better chances throughout the match.

In our Rank That segment, we compare Scott McTominay and Mikel Merino over the last two years using pure production and impact to decide who has been the better all-around midfielder.

Our VAR You Serious Moment of the Week dives into the growing conflict between international and club football calendars. With leagues warning that the schedule is becoming unmanageable and players facing more matches than ever, we discuss whether the sport is approaching a breaking point and what real solutions might look like.

We finish with Parting Shots, tackling quick-fire questions including whether Aston Villa are in the title race, who wins MLS Cup between Miami and Vancouver, if Manchester United can finish top five, whether PSG will win Ligue 1, and if Como can actually qualify for the Champions League.

All the debate, breakdowns and father-son banter you expect, packed into under 45 minutes.

This week on VAR You Serious, we dive into one of the biggest stories in international football as Curaçao becomes the smallest nation ever to qualify for the World Cup. We debate whether this is a win for global representation or a sign that confederation structures allow stronger nations to miss out.For Underdogs of the Week, Dylan highlights Ireland’s dramatic win over Hungary with a stoppage-time hat trick from Troy Parrott, while Mike brings Haiti's historic and meaningful qualification to the table.We introduce a new segment, Rank That, where we rate the stadiums we’ve visited together across England, from the Emirates and Stamford Bridge to Loftus Road, Selhurst Park and the old White Hart Lane.In Parting Shots we go rapid-fire on the biggest debates in the game today: whether Scott McTominay is a top ten midfielder, if the USMNT can make a quarterfinal run in 2026, whether Arsenal are the best team in the world, if Barcelona can win the Champions League, who wins the NWSL final, whether MLS is a top ten league globally, if most soccer players could be NFL kickers and the Haaland vs Kane debate.Our VAR You Serious Moment of the Week looks at Premier League players and clubs pushing back against the proposed salary cap ahead of a crucial vote, with legal action already being threatened and major implications for spending, wages and competitive balance across English football.All the passion, arguments and father-son banter you expect, packed into 47 minutes.

This week on VAR You Serious, we look ahead to one of the biggest verdicts in Premier League history, Manchester City’s 115-charge investigation. Could a points deduction or financial punishment reshape English football? We break down what the charges mean, when the verdict might drop, and what it could mean for City’s future.For Underdogs of the Week, Mike highlights NYC Gotham’s huge NWSL playoff win over the Kansas City Current, while Dylan spotlights Bologna’s 2-0 victory over Napoli, led by 17-year-old goalkeeper Massimo Pessina, who kept a clean sheet in front of 60,000 fans.Then we turn to the U.S. Youth National Teams. The U-20s reached another quarterfinal but fell hard to Morocco, while the U-17s made history with three straight group wins for the first time in 20 years. Is this genuine progress or another false peak? And could young stars like Cavan Sullivan or Mathis Albert sneak into the 2026 World Cup squad?In Higher or Lower, we debate whether Atalanta can recover from their poor start and finish higher or lower than 8th in Serie A after sacking Ivan Jurić.Finally, our VAR You Serious Moment of the Week tackles Germany’s new proposal to demand compensation when players developed in their academies choose to represent other nations, a debate that could change international football forever.All the passion, analysis, and father-son banter you’d expect, packed into under 45 minutes.