Actor Paul Bettany On Arsenal’s Title Defense, Mikel Arteta, and His Love of Martin Ødegaard: Men in Blazers 10/16/26
Men In Blazers

Actor Paul Bettany On Arsenal’s Title Defense, Mikel Arteta, and His Love of Martin Ødegaard: Men in Blazers 10/16/26

B2Upper-intermediateOctober 16, 202634 min
  • Interview
  • Sport

Rog sits down with actor and lifelong Arsenal supporter Paul Bettany. Bettany reflects on Arsenal’s Premier League triumph, his faith in Mikel Arteta, and the pressure of defending the title. He looks back on the Thierry Henry and Patrick Vieira era that made him “Arsenal forever,” explains why Martin Ødegaard is his favorite player, and shares how Arsenal fandom has become a family affair. Plus, Paul reveals the superstition behind his lucky Arsenal shirt and the joy he gets from winding up Tottenham supporter Tom Holland. Check out the Men in Blazers Shop: https://mibcourage.co/4qIb2L1<...

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America this summer is, how do I keep the magic going?

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The one question I get most after all that football memory making we experienced across America this summer is, how do I keep the magic going? Let's start by saying, articulate what you love the most and then build on it. First step, find the team that will most probably break your heart and then add all the supporting

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necessities to build your weekend tradition, the key to so many of mine. It's Walmart, the place that has it all, the snacks, the coffee, the pies. You can also get the TV at Walmart, the hoodie to wear on your couch. Get the couch if you need it and wait.

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It gets better. Because their express delivery can get it right to your door so you're all set for kick-off. Whatever your matchday needs are, you can find them at Walmart.com slash soccer.

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