Best Luciano Spalletti Podcasts (2025)

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What Were Manchester United Smoking Selling Scott McTominay To Napoli? 12:05

13h ago12:05

12:05

After scoring his 9th goal across all competitions to go with his 4 assists, in the Serie A win over Empoli, Scott McTominay has been a huge success under Antonio Conte at Napoli. The Italian Football Podcast patron CJ Barile sends in a question wondering if Nima Tavallaey and Carlo Gargenese agree that Manchester United made a huge mistake selling…

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Rome Derby Tifo Choreography: Lazio & Roma Fans Put On A Spectacular Show 6:50

1d ago6:50

6:50

Lazio and Roma drew 1-1 in the Rome Derby in the Serie A last Sunday but the biggest talking point has been the breathtakingly spectacular choreographies, or tifos, that the Curva Nord and the Curva Sud showcased before kick-off at the Stadio Olimpico. Nima Tavallaey and Carlo Garganese break down what the two tifo's were referring to as well as di…

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Inter Milan vs Bayern Munich Preview: Champions League Lineups, Team News & Predictions 10:27

3d ago10:27

10:27

The 2024-25 Champions League quarter-final second leg match between Inter Milan and Bayern takes place on Wednesday 16 April at 21:00 CET in Milan at San Siro. Carlo Garganese and Nima Tavallaey preview the big game. We look at the probable XIs, injuries and suspensions, and break down the game tactically before offering our predictions. This is an…

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Rome Derby Thriller | Yildiz MAGIC | Leao - Theo Show | Inter Milan Win & Much More 1:58:50

4d ago1:58:50

1:58:50

From breathtaking tifo and choreography in Rome Derby, Lazio fail to make dominance pay, Roma saved by fantastic Mile Svilar, Kenan Yildiz shines as Juventus outstanding first half enough to beat Lecce, Mateo Retegui MOTM when Atalanta end crisis, Bologna defence crumbles, Rafael Leao and Theo Hernandez show when AC Milan win, to Fiorentina top 4 d…

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Is AC Milan Star Mike Maignan FINISHED As An Elite Goalkeeper? 11:58

8d ago11:58

11:58

AC Milan goalkeeper Mike Maignan has been very inconsistent since the Rossoneri won the Serie A which begs the question if his career as an elite goalkeeper is already over. The Italian Football Podcast patron Jack H sends in a question wondering if Nima Tavallaey and Carlo Gargenese think it's time for the Rossoneri to move away from the French go…

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Atalanta In Freefall: NO Champions League Next Season? 12:39

9d ago12:39

12:39

After Atalanta lose their 3rd consecutive Serie A match where they also fail to score a single goal, Nima Tavallaey and Carlo Garganese debate, discuss and analyze how Gian Piero Gasperini's last season with La Dea could be his worst one to date as well as ask the question if they will miss out on Champions League football next season altogether. T…

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‘The Italian Osimhen’ - How Good Can Fiorentina & Italy Star Moise Kean Become? 11:30

10d ago11:30

11:30

After Moise Kean scored his 25th goal this season across all competitions for Fiorentina and Italy, Nima Tavallaey and Carlo Garganese discuss, debate and analyze how good can the Azzurri star become, as well as addressing the comparisons to Victor Osimhen. This is an extended clip from this week's free Monday episode of The Italian Football Podcas…

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Inter Milan Stumble | Atalanta Crumble | Locatelli Juventus SCREAMER | Fiorentina King Moise Kean & Much More 1:46:59

11d ago1:46:59

1:46:59

From Manuel Locatelli Juventus screamer, Eldor Shomurodov keeps Roma unbeaten streak in 2025 alive, Atalanta risk top 4 after another loss, Lazio end bad form with impressive win, AC Milan comeback from two goal deficit yet again, Fiorentina king Moise Kean strikes again, to Inter Milan fail to make dominance pay as Parma stage impressive comeback,…

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Will Santiago Gimenez Be Another AC Milan FLOP? 11:51

15d ago11:51

11:51

After failing to score a single goal and getting a single in the Serie A assist following a penalty miss away to Napoli last weekend since joining AC Milan in January 2025, Santiago Gimenez is being touted as being another Rossoneri January flop signing. The Italian Football Podcast patron Mike R sends in a question wondering what Nima Tavallaey an…

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Atalanta, Juventus, Bologna, Lazio, AC Milan, Fiorentina & Roma: Who MISSES The Champions League? 10:50

16d ago10:50

10:50

With 8 matches of the 2024/2025 Serie A season left to play, the race for the Champions League spots are really heating up and it's tighter than ever. Nima Tavallaey and Carlo Garganese debate, discuss and analyze who out of Atalanta, Juventus, Bologna, Lazio, Roma, Fiorentina and AC Milan will miss out on Champions League football next season. Thi…

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AC Milan vs Inter Milan Preview: Coppa Italia Lineups, Team News, Predictions & Much More 13:05

17d ago13:05

13:05

The 2024-25 Coppa Italia semi-final first leg match between AC Milan and InterMilan takes place on Wednesday 2 April at 21:00 CET in Milan at San Siro. Carlo Garganese and Nima Tavallaey preview the big game. We look at the probable XIs, injuries and suspensions, and break down the game tactically before offering our predictions. This is an extende…

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Napoli Chase Inter | AC Milan Horror Show | Tudor Juventus Debut Delight | Fiorentina's King Kean & Much More 1:49:21

18d ago1:49:21

1:49:21

From Napoli impressive first half display enough to keep Scudetto race alive, AC Milan second half push not enough after penalty miss, Yann Sommer saves Inter Milan who almost gift Udinese a point, Kenan Yildiz magic enough for Juventus to win without impressing, Atalanta horrible form continues, Fiorentina's king Moise Kean continues to impress, t…

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Do Italy Risk NOT Qualifying For The FIFF World Cup AGAIN? 13:44

22d ago13:44

13:44

With Erling Haaland and Martin Odegaard's Norway the biggest threat to Italy winning their FIFA 2026 World Cup qualifying group, many questions have been raised whether or not Italy risk missing out on another World Cup tournament should they finish second in the group. The Italian Football Podcast patron Michael H sends in a question wondering wha…

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Italy World Cup 2026 Qualifying Preview: Group, Fixtures, Squad, Predictions 14:41

23d ago14:41

14:41

After getting knocked out by Germany in the Quarterfinal of the UEFA Nations League, Italy are in Group I of FIFA World Cup 2026 Qualifiers where they will be up against Erling Haaland's Norway. This is an extended clip from this week's free Monday episode of The Italian Football Podcast which is available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts and YouTube pod…

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Dusan Vlahovic IN, Chico Conceicao OUT: How Juventus Will Line Up With Igor Tudor 10:23

24d ago10:23

10:23

After Juventus appointed Igor Tudor to replace the sacked Thiago Motta, Nima Tavallaey and Carlo Garganese discuss, debate and analyze the winners and losers in the Juve squad, what the formation will be as well as what to expect these last 9 matches. This is an extended clip from this week's free Monday episode of The Italian Football Podcast whic…

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Juventus SACK Thiago Motta, Hire Tudor | Germany 3-3 Italy EPIC | Allegri To AC Milan & Much More 2:01:05

25d ago2:01:05

2:01:05

From a full post-mortem on what went wrong under Thiago Motta at Juventus, what to expect from Igor Tudor, Germany 3-3 Italy thriller, Moise Kean impresses as defence collapse, discussion of if Luciano Spalletti is the right man for the Azzurri, previewing Italy in Group I against Norway, to AC Milan close to appointing Fabio Paratici who could bri…

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Should Vincenzo Italiano Or Giasperini Gasperini Be The Next Roma Coach? Is Fabio Miretti Good Enough For Juventus? Is Zlatan Ibrahimovic The Best Forward After Lionel Messi & Cristiano Ronaldo? & Much ... 1:12:44

1M ago1:12:44

1:12:44

Welcome to another episode of Questions From ItaFootPod Patrons where you, our patrons, decide what the show is about by sending in your questions. (The Q & A Pods are available weekly only for patrons & YouTube members. This week's pod is free so you can see what you get when you sign up). Topics include: - Should Vincenzo Italiano or Giasperini G…

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Italy vs Germany Preview: UEFA Nations League Lineups, Team News, Predictions 13:04

1M ago13:04

13:04

The 2024-25 UEFA Nations League quarter final first leg match between Italy and Germany takes place on Thursday 20 March at 20:45 CET in Milan at San Siro. Carlo Garganese and Nima Tavallaey preview the big game. We look at the probable XIs, injuries and suspensions, and break down the game tactically before offering our predictions. This is an ext…

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Inter Milan Scudetto Scalp | Napoli Flop | Motta Sack Calls At Juventus | CRAZY Top 4 Race & Much More 1:36:59

1M ago1:36:59

1:36:59

From Inter Milan Scudetto scalp in Bergamo, Atalanta lose their heads, Napoli flop away to Venezia, calls for Juventus to sack Thiago Motta, Fiorentina impress in Juve demolition job, 5 star Bologna serious Champions League spot contender smashing tired Lazio, to a Tijjani Reijnders and Christian Pulisic led AC Milan stage comeback against Como, Ro…

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Fabio Paratici As A Sporting Director AC Milan: Pro’s & Cons? 10:21

1M ago10:21

10:21

Former Juventus and Tottenham Director Fabio Paratici is rumored to take over a senior sporting role at AC Milan. The Italian Football Podcast patron Alex all sends in a question wondering what Nima Tavallaey and Carlo Gargenese think about Paratici being appointed by the Rossoneri. This is an extended clip from this weeks Q & A episode of The Ital…

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Can Inter Milan Win A Serie A, Coppa Italia & Champions League Treble? 11:57

1M ago11:57

11:57

After being top of the Serie A after 28 match days, all but through to the Champions League quarterfinal & with AC Milan coming up in the semifinal of the Coppa Italia, questions are being raised if Inter Milan can win another continental treble. Nima Tavallaey and Carlo Garganese discuss, analyze and debate if Simone Inzaghi and his Nerazzurri can…

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Atalanta HUMILIATE Juventus | Crazy Inter & AC Milan Comebacks | Napoli End Winless Streak & Much More 1:58:26

1M ago1:58:26

1:58:26

From Inter Milan dramatic 5-goal thriller comeback to beat Monza, Juventus historic humiliation in Serie A, Atalanta re-ignite their Scudetto ambitions, Napoli end 5 game winless streak, Fiorentina in crisis, to Christian Pulisic brace as AC Milan stage a crazy comeback to beat a Lecce led by Nikola Krstović, Matias Soulé the Roma hero who keep win…

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AC Milan Star Theo Hernandez: Should Pink Hair Be Allowed In Football? 10:49

1M ago10:49

10:49

Should AC Milan star Theo Hernandez having pink hair be allowed in football? The Italian Football Podcast patrons Lazio T, Nick C, Marty G and Calculator FC all send in questions wondering what Nima Tavallaey and Carlo Gargenese think about the Frenchman's hairstyle and other silly hairstyles in football throughout the years. This is an extended cl…

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Juventus SACK Thiago Motta? Possible Replacements: Conte, De Zerbi, Gasperini & Mancini 18:10

1M ago18:10

18:10

After a humiliating Coppa Italia quarterfinal exit at the hands of Empoli, there is a real risk that Juventus sack Thiago Motta already this season. Nima Tavallaey and Carlo Garganese detail and list all the things that have gone wrong so far before analyzing and discussing possible replacements ranging from Antonio Conte, Gian Piero Gasperini, Rob…

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Should AC Milan Sack Sergio Conceicao NOW? 28:50

2M ago28:50

28:50

After yet another loss in Serie A following a defensive and individual collapse, voices are being raised if AC Milan will and should Sergio Conceicao before the end of the season. Nima Tavallaey and Carlo Garganese detail and list all the things that have gone wrong so far before analyzing and discussing how the Rossoneri move on this season as wel…

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Billing Saves Napoli Scudetto Dream | Inter's Dimarco Magic | Sergio Conceicao & Thiago Motta Facing Sack At AC Milan & Juventus? | Atalanta Flop & Much More 2:22:16

2M ago2:22:16

2:22:16

From Philip Billing saving Napoli Scudetto dream, exhausted Inter Milan concede late after Federico Dimarco wondergoal, Atalanta Serie A title dream over, Thiago Motta on Juventus chopping block, AC Milan deep dive as RedBird project in shambles, to excellent Lazio pushing top 4 race to the wire, Roma win as Claudio Ranieri could stay next season, …

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Are Juventus Now A SHOCK Scudetto Challenger This Season In Serie A? (Clip From Q & A Pod) 8:55

2M ago8:55

8:55

With Juventus only 8 points off Inter Milan at the top of the Serie A ahead of the Nerazzurri difficult way clash to Napoli, and with Juve playing Atalanta soon, could Thiago Motta lead his men to a shock Serie A title win or at least muster a challenge? The Italian Football Podcast patron James send in a question wondering what Nima Tavallaey and …

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Theo Hernandez, Rafael Leao & Mike Maignan ALL To Be Sold? Is AC Milan Set For Summer CLEAROUT? (Clip Q & A Pod) 12:19

2M ago12:19

12:19

Is it time for AC Milan to part ways with Theo Hernandez, Mike Maignan and Rafael Leao this summer as part of a summer squad overhaul? The Italian Football Podcast patrons David and Andrea send in questions wondering what Nima Tavallaey and Carlo Gargenese think about future of the trio at the Rossoneri. This is an extended clip from this weeks Q &…

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Ademola Lookman Vs Gian Piero Gasperini: WAR At Atalanta (Clip From Ep. 497) 9:51

2M ago9:51

9:51

Despite scoring a brace when Atalanta smashed Empoli 5-0 away at the Serie A this weekend, Ademola Lookman and Gian Piero Gasperini seem to have far from buried the hatchet. Nima Tavallaey and Carlo Garganese detail what has happened so far before analyzing and discussing how this impacts La Dea moving on this season as well as further on next seas…

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Inter Milan Top Serie A | Napoli Crumble | Vlahovic Awakens | AC Milan HORROR Week | Atalanta Scudetto Charge & Much More (Ep. 497) 1:49:24

2M ago1:49:24

1:49:24

From Napoli crumbling defensively to Como, poor Inter beat Genoa to go top of the league, Ademola Lookman scores a brace in the middle of war of words with Atalanta coach Gian Piero Gasperini, Juventus win 4th straight match in league thanks to Dusan Vlahovic, AC Milan nightmare week continues in comical Torino loss, to Vanja Milinkovic-Savic saves…

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Juventus, AC Milan, Atalanta OUT Of Champions League: Italian Football In CRISIS (Clip From Ep. 496) 36:59

2M ago36:59

36:59

After Atalanta, AC Milan and Juventus were eliminated in the playoff round of the Champions League against Club Brugge, Feyenoord and PSV Eindhoven respectively, Nima Tavallaey and Carlo Garganese analyze, discuss and debate from a birds-eye view all problems plaguing Serie A and Italian football. This is a clip from the weekly Thursday episode of …

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Theo Hernandez Vs Feyenoord Diving Shame: Is His AC Milan Career Dead? (Clip From Q & A Pod) 13:47

2M ago13:47

13:47

After Theo Hernandez getting a red card against Feyenoord costing AC Milan a spot in the Round of 16 in the Champions League, discussions are rife as to whether or not this is the final nail in the coffin of his Milan career. The Italian Football Podcast patron Alex send in questions wondering what Nima Tavallaey and Carlo Gargenese think about the…

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Claudio Ranieri EXPLODES: Why AS Roma Accused UEFA Of Cheating (Clip From Ep. 495) 5:39

2M ago5:39

5:39

After 1-1 draw away to Porto in the first leg of the Europa League playoff clash, Roma coach Claudio Ranieri exploded at the referee and UEFA managing director of refereeing Roberto Rosetti, where Nima Tavallaey details the backstory between Roma and Rosetti. This is an extended clip from this week's free Monday episode of The Italian Football Podc…

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Juventus Beat Inter To Win Derby d'Italia | Lazio & Dia Deny Napoli | AC Milan Saviour Santi Gimenez | Roma Soule Beauty & Much More (Ep. 495) 1:33:29

2M ago1:33:29

1:33:29

From Chico Conceicao and Randal Kolo Muani gifting Juventus 4th consecutive win in all competitions, Inter Milan fail to make first half dominance count as per usual, Napoli lucky to get a point after comical goal, Boulaye Dia equalizer for Lazio who deserved win, to Santiago Gimenez saving AC Milan, Matias Soule scores beauty for Roma and preview …

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Atalanta Penalty Scandal: The Worst Decision In Champions League History? (Clip from Ep. 494) 26:56

2M ago26:56

26:56

After Club Brugge 2-1 Atalanta following a scandalous penalty decision by referee Halil Umut Meler at the death of the Champions League first leg playoff, Nima Tavallaey and Carlo Garganese try to make sense of what could be the worst refereeing decision in the UCL since VAR was introduced. This is a clip from the weekly Thursday episode of the Ita…

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Should Inter Milan Cash In On Murcus Thuram & Sign Mateo Retegui? (Clip From Q & A Pod) 4:35

2M ago4:35

4:35

With Mateo Retegui banging in goals for Atalanta and Italy, and Marcus Thuram not as prolific after Christmas, questions are raised if Inter Milan should cash in on the Frenchman in the summer, and replace him with the Azzurri striker. The Italian Football Podcast patron Matthew P send in questions wondering what Nima Tavallaey and guest co-host Pa…

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'Antonio Conte Should QUIT If Napoli Don't Win Scudetto' (Clip From Ep. 493) 12:54

2M ago12:54

12:54

After a poor January transfer window where Napoli sold Khvicha Kvaratskhelia but failed to replace him adequately, Nima Tavallaey and Carlo Garganese discuss, debate and analyze of Antonio Conte would or should leave if they don't win the Serie A title. This is an extended clip from this week's free Monday episode of The Italian Football Podcast wh…

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Napoli Scudetto Blow | Saint Gimenez! | Mateo Retegui POKER | Kolo Muani ON FIRE & Much More (Ep. 493) 1:16:02

2M ago1:16:02

1:16:02

From poor Napoli blowing a golden opportunity to take charge of Scudetto race, discussion of if Antonio Conte could walk in the summer, Mateo Retegui poker for Atalanta, Randal Kolo Muani saves Juventus in Como win, Mexican-American linkup as Christian Pulisic and Santiago Gimenez lead AC Milan to three points, to Lazio dismantle Monza, Roma win ag…

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Will Joao Felix and Santi Gimenez Fire AC Milan To Top Four? (Clip From Q & A Pod) 9:20

2M ago9:20

9:20

After AC Milan 3-1 Roma win in the Coppa Italia quarterfinal, where Santiago Gimenez and Joao Felix impressed, questions are being raised as to how well Milan will do this season. The Italian Football Podcast patron A13X send in questions wondering what Nima Tavallaey and Carlo Garganese think of the impact AC Milan January signings will have. This…

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AC Milan Top, Juventus Flop: January Transfer Window Winners & Losers (Clip From Ep. 492) 24:51

2M ago24:51

24:51

From AC Milan, Juventus and Napoli to Inter Milan, Roma, Lazio, Fiorentina and the rest of the Serie A teams, Nima Tavallaey and Carlo Garganese debate, discuss, analyze and grade the 2025 January transfer window deals of all Serie A clubs. This is an extended clip from this week's free Monday episode of The Italian Football Podcast which is availa…

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Milan Derby DRAMA | Angelino Denies Napoli | Kolo Muani Saves Motta | Deadline Day & Much More (Ep. 492) 1:46:30

3M ago1:46:30

1:46:30

From Stefan de Vrij equalizer at the death after frustrating Inter Milan performance, Sergio Conceicao has turned AC Milan into a team, Napoli draw to Roma at the death a missed opportunity or a point won discussion, to Randal Kolo Muani leads Juventus second half comeback after ghosting opening 45, Atalanta continue to drop points in the Serie A a…

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After Juventus Win: Are Napoli Scudetto Favorites? (Clip From Ep. 489) 14:54

3M ago14:54

14:54

After an emphatic second half performance against Juventus where they once more came back from behind to win, Nima Tavallaey and Carlo Garganese discuss, debate and analyze if Napoli are now favorites to win the Serie A title. This is an extended clip from this week's free Monday episode of The Italian Football Podcast which is available on Spotify…

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AC Milan Vs Inter Milan Preview: Derby di Milano Lineups, Team News, Predictions & Much More (Clip From Ep. 491) 10:59

3M ago10:59

10:59

The Milan Derby between AC Milan and Inter Milan takes place on Sunday 2 February at 18:00 CET San Siro. Carlo Garganese and Nima Tavallaey preview the big game in Serie A. We look at the probable XIs, team news, injuries and suspensions, and break down the game tactically before offering our predictions. This is a clip from the weekly Thursday epi…

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Is This A 'Banter Era' Juventus & Should John Elkann Sell? (Clip From Q & A Pod) 15:31

3M ago15:31

15:31

Given the many problems at Juventus, are the Bianconeri headed for a banter era & should John Elkann sell the club? The Italian Football Podcast patrons Helge, Daniel and Igor all send in questions wondering what Nima Tavallaey and Carlo Garganese think of the situation currently and what can be done looking forward. This is an extended clip from t…

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Ex Man Utd, England & Sampdoria Star Lee Sharpe Interview: Luciano Spalletti | Scott McTominay & Alejandro Garnacho | Italian Women & More (Ep. 490) 14:18

3M ago14:18

14:18

The Italian Football Podcast is delighted to interview former Sampdoria, Manchester United & England star Lee Sharpe. From joining Samp thanks to David Platt, working under Luciano Spalletti, to how former club Man Utd made a mistake selling Scott McTominay, Alejandro Garnacho Serie A links, Antonio Conte vs Simone Inzaghi, Napoli's chances to win …

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Napoli On Fire | Juventus Collapse | Conceicao vs Calabria | Inter Frat Party & Much More (Ep. 489) 1:31:11

3M ago1:31:11

1:31:11

From Romelu Lukaku matchwinner as brilliant Napoli 2nd half performance sending Scudetto message, Juventus collapse after Randal Kolo Muani scored on debut, AC Milan comeback to win at death followed by Sergio Conceicao vs Davide Calabria beef, Inter Milan demolish Lecce after Davide Frattesi quashes transfer rumors, to Mateo Retegui can't stop sco…

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Who Is Renato Veiga? The New Juventus Loan Signing From Chelsea (Clip From Ep. 488) 15:15

3M ago15:15

15:15

After Juventus loan Renato Veiga from Chelsea, Nima Tavallaey and Carlo Garganese do a profile deep-dive on the defender. This is a clip from the weekly Thursday episode of the Italian Football Podcast. If you want to support The Italian Football Podcast and get every episode, simply become a member on Patreon.com/TIFP OR Spotify OR YouTube Members…

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Douglas Luiz: The Biggest Juventus Flop Of All Time? (Clip From Q & A Pod) 7:26

3M ago7:26

7:26

After yet another torrid performance and attitude from Douglas Luiz this time in the Champions League, is it fair to bran him as the biggest ever Juventus flop of all time? The Italian Football Podcast patron Missak sends in a question wondering what Nima Tavallaey and Carlo Garganese think of the Brazilian former Aston Villa midfielder. This is an…

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Kyle Walker From Man City To AC Milan | Top Or Flop? (Clip From Ep. 487) 7:47

3M ago7:47

7:47

Kyle Walker is on the verge of completing a transfer from Manchester City to AC Milan this January transfer window. Nima Tavallaey and Carlo Garganese, discuss, debate and analyze what impact Kyle Walker's transfer to Milan will have. This is an extended clip from this week's free Monday episode of The Italian Football Podcast which is available on…

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Napoli End Atalanta Scudetto Charge | Lethal Romelu Lukaku | Juventus Wake Up | Kyle Walker - AC Milan | Andrea Cambiaso - Man City & Much More (Ep. 487) 1:45:32

3M ago1:45:32

1:45:32

From Napoli ending Atalanta Scudetto charge thanks to lethal Romelu Lukaku, Mateo Retegui heroics not enough for Atalanta, Juventus take charge in Serie A top 4 race, AC Milan fall apart again defensively, Andrea Cambiaso - Man City rumours, Kyle Walker close to Milan, to Lautaro Martinez is BACK for Inter, Lazio and Roma both win as Fiorentina gif…

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