The Italian Football Podcast
The Italian Football Podcast is your go-to podcast for all things Serie A and Calcio. Italian football broadcasters and journalists Carlo Garganese & Nima Tavallaey host a thrice weekly show to discuss the latest results, transfers, and all the main talking points and hot topics. The Monday episode focuses on reviewing the weekend's Serie A action and is free for all on all podcast platforms. On the Tuesday show we answer all the questions sent in from our patrons, whilst the Thursday show reviews all the midweek action involving the Serie A teams and both of these shows are available for patrons only on Patreon.com/TIFP. Also, every other week we publish a special sit-down interview with a high-profile Calcio guest, which is also free for all to listen to on all podcast platforms.
Episodes
Rodrigo Mora: How Well Will Porto Star Do At Roma?
Roma have signed Porto star Rodrigo Mora and Nima Tavallaey breaks down the financial structure of the deal as well as debates and analyzes how well he'll do under Gian Piero Gasperini in the Italian capital.
How well do you think he will do? Will he be a top signing?
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Andrea Pirlo Italy Scandal: Paolo Maldini To Blame For Azzurri Chaos?
Now that the dust has settled somewhat on the Andrea Pirlo scandal, is Paolo Maldini also to blame for the Azzurri chaos which led to his and Leonardo's resignation?
Nima Tavallaey discusses and analyses several questions sent in on the topic from Patrons and YouTube Members on the topic.
Do you agree with Nima? Did Malago do the right thing?
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Serie A 2026/27 FULL Predictions: Scudetto Winner, Best Player, Biggest Flop, Worst Transfer & More
Will Inter retain the Serie A title? Can Como or Napoli mount a scudetto challenge? Are Juventus & AC Milan good enough to finish in the top 4?
Will Roma repeat last season's Champions League finish heroics? Is Sarri what Atalanta need to return to the top of the Serie A?
We predict the Serie A season. What do you think?
Let us know your thoughts and predictions.
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Serie A 2026/2027 Season Preview: Predictions | Probable XIs | Best Transfers & Much More
Will Inter Milan retain their Scudetto crown? Can Juventus or Napoli challenge for the title? Who out of AC Milan, Como, Roma and Atalanta will make the Champions League? Can Fiorentina return to European football?
Are Lazio doomed for midtable mediocrity with Bologna and Udinese? Will Cagliari join Monza, Venezia, Lecce and Frosinone in the relegation race? Who'll be the Capocannoniere? Breakout
Max Allegri - Napoli: Positives & Negatives? Maurizio Sarri At Atalanta: Top Or Flop? Zeki Celik To Shine At Juventus? & Much More (Q & A Pod)
Welcome to another episode of Questions From ItaFootPod Patrons where you, our patrons, decide what the show is about by sending in your questions.
Topics include:
- What Are The Positives And Negatives Of Max Allegri Coaching Napoli
- Have Atalanta Given Maurizio Sarri The Players He Needs To Succeed?
- How Well Will Zeki Celik Do At Juventus?
- Is There Anything For Lazio Fans To Look Forwa
World Cup 2026 Review: Best XI, MVP, Flops, FIFA Boycott, The New Italy & Much More
From Ferran Torres writing history for Spain, the end of the Lionel Messi era at Argentina, what the Azzurri can take away from the tournament, The Italian Football Podcast World Cup Awards, including team of the tournament as well as if FIFA has become so corrupt it should be either boycotted or dissolved plus much, much more when Nima and Carlo break down all the main talking points from the 202
Spain 1-0 Argentina 2026 World Cup Final REACTION: Ferran Torres Writes History
Spain are the 2026 FIFA World Cup champions. A goal from Ferran Torres gave Spain a 1-0 win over Argentina in the World Cup final.
Carlo Garganese and Nima Tavallaey analyse and react to the main highlights from the big match in New Jersey on Sunday.
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Spain vs Argentina Preview: FIFA World Cup 2026 Final Lineups, Team News, Odds, Predictions & More
The FIFA 2026 World Cup final between Spain and Argentina takes place on Sunday 19 July at 2100 CET in New York. 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.
Who do you think will win? Who will score?
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England 1-2 Argentina FIFA World Cup REACTION: Messi & Lautaro Punish Tuchel Disasterclass
Goals from Enzo Fernandez and Lautaro Martinez gave a Lionel Messi-inspired Argentina a 2-1 win over England, for whom Anthony Gordon scored.
Carlo Garganese and Nima Tavallaey analyse and react to the main highlights from the FIFA World Cup 2026 semi final in Atlanta.
Do you agree? Do you think Tuchel cost England? Or were Argentina just too good?
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Anan Khalaily: Are Inter Milan ‘Sportswashing’ Genocide & Apartheid by Signing Israel Star?
Inter Milan are closing in on the signing of Israel international Anan Khalaily in a transfer that is causing huge controversy.
Some fans and human rights activists believe that Inter are whitewashing both Israel’s genocide of the Palestinian people and their apartheid state by buying an Israel international.
Nima Tavallaey conducted three important interviews with Dr. Thair Abu Ras of th
Italy Miss The Most Corrupt FIFA World Cup In History
Is Italy missing the most corrupt FIFA World Cup in history actually a good thing?
Nima Tavallaey and Carlo Garganese discuss, debate and analyze the question sent in from an Italian Football Podcast patron and member.
What do you think? Is this the most corrupt World Cup ever? If not which one was?
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Why The HELL Is Sandro Tonali Joining Tottenham?
Is Sandro Tonali's top level career over after signing for Tottenham Hotspur?
Nima Tavallaey and Carlo Garganese discuss, debate and analyze the question sent in from an Italian Football Podcast patron and member.
What do you think? Is his career over at the highest level? Will this impact the Azzurri in a negative manner?
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Des Walker Interview: Close To Juventus & Roma Before Sampdoria, Mancini Italy Return, Marking Van Basten & More
Former England, Sampdoria and Nottingham Forest defender Des Walker joins Nima Tavallaey to talk about almost signing for Juventus and Roma, Roberto Mancini returning as coach of Italy, playing in the Serie A, how Italia 90 changed football and much more.
Timestamps:
00:00 Intro - Welcome Des Walker
00:09 How Italia 90 Fundamentally Changed Football Forever
03:37 Close To Joining Both Roma & J
Roma Deep Dive: From Mason Greenwood, Alajbegovic, Garnacho To Dybala, Soulé & More
In the fourth club deep dive of the summer, Nima Tavallaey is joined by Radio Romanista and IlRomanista.eu journalist and Roma insider Andrea Di Carlo for the low down on the Giallorossi's summer transfer window.
Timestamps
00:00 - Welcome Andrea Di Carlo
01:01 - Backstory Claudio Ranieri Vs Gian Piero Gasperini: What Happened?
04:20 - Tony D'Amico's Importance For The Roma Project
06:20 - St
Matt Rizzetta Interview: Napoli Takeover Talks With De Laurentiis, Buying Reggina Rumors, Campobasso Serie B Objective & More
Campobasso President, entrepreneur and CEO of Underdog Global Partners, Matt Rizzetta joins Nima Tavallaey to talk about a wide range of issues from appointment of Giovanni Malago as new FIGC president, the bid to buy Napoli from Aurelio De Laurentiis and much more.
Timestamps:
00:00 Intro - Welcome Matt Rizzetta
01:46 Giovanni Malagó As New FIGC President
04:02 Why Italian Youngsters Do Well
How The Hell Can AC Milan Lose Mattia Liberali To Como?
Have AC Milan made a huge blunder losing Mattia Liberali to Cesc Fabregas Como?
Nima Tavallaey and Carlo Garganese discuss, debate and analyze the question sent in from an Italian Football Podcast patron and member.
What do you think? Is this a mistake? Or will he be another Italian talent who never fulfills his potential?
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FIFA World Cup 2026: Are Italy Any Worse Than Flops Germany?
Who are the bigger flops at the FIFA World Cup out of Germany and Italy given the Germans exit against Paraguay?
Nima Tavallaey and Carlo Garganese discuss, debate and analyze the question sent in from an Italian Football Podcast patron and member.
What do you think? Who is the bigger flop? Is Germany in a better position than Italy?
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Juventus Deep Dive: From Dibu Martinez, Kolo Muani, Muharemovic To Douglas Luiz & More
In the third club deep dive of the summer, Nima Tavallaey is joined by TuttoJuve.com, Radio Bianconera journalist and Juventus insider Mirko Di Natale for a very revealing interview.
Timestamps
00:00 - Welcome Mirko Di Natale
01:11 - Backstory How Giovanni Carnevali Was Appointed Juventus CEO
05:28 - Financial Fair Play Forced Sales: Nico Gonzalez & Fabio Miretti
08:11 - Futures Of Bremer & K
How Well Would Italy Have Done At The 2026 FIFA World Cup?
How well would Italy have done had they qualified to the 2026 FIFA World Cup instead of Bosnia?
Nima Tavallaey and Carlo Garganese discuss, debate and analyze the question sent in from an Italian Football Podcast patron and member.
What do you think? Would Italy qualify from the group? If so how far would the Azzurri have gone?
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Marco Palestra To Chelsea - Inter Milan Snubbed: Winners & Losers
Who are the winners and losers in the Marco Palestra to Chelsea transfer after Inter Milan failed to complete the signing?
Nima Tavallaey and Carlo Garganese discuss, debate and analyze the question sent in from an Italian Football Podcast patron and member.
What do you think? Did Marotta mess this up? Or is it because the EPL clubs are too strong financially? Or a combination of both?
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The Story Of Italy’s 2006 FIFA World Cup Victory: From Calciopoli Chaos To Immortality
Summer 2006. Italian football was in crisis. Just weeks before the World Cup began, the Calciopoli scandal exploded, threatening to tear Serie A apart.
Juventus would be relegated, titles stripped, and some of Italy’s biggest clubs found themselves at the centre of the biggest scandal in modern Italian football.
Many believed the Azzurri were finished before a ball had even been kicked. But what
Ruben Amorim To AC Milan: What Can We Expect?
Will Ruben Amorim succeed at AC Milan? Does he even stand a chance to or is the dysfunctional state of the Rossoneri to much to overcome?
Nima Tavallaey and Carlo Garganese discuss, debate and analyze the question sent in from an Italian Football Podcast patron and member.
What do you think? Is Amorim the right man? If not who is your choice?
Or is this another example of RedBird just hoping s
Roberto Mancini Italy Return: Top Or Flop?
Is Roberto Mancini the right man to take over the Azzurri? Or is he way past his best?
Nima Tavallaey and Carlo Garganese discuss, debate and analyze the question sent in from an Italian Football Podcast patron and member.
What do you think? Is Mancini the right man? If not who is your choice?
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Napoli Deep Dive: From De Bruyne, Lukaku, Milinkovic-Savic To Vlahovic & Much More
In the second club deep dive of the summer, Nima Tavallaey is joined by SportItalia journalist and Napoli insider Vincenzo Credendino for a very revealing interview.
From Max Allegri thinking Alex Meret is better than Vanja Milinkovic-Savic, why Aurelio De Laurentiis chose Max Allegri over Vincenzo Italiano, MLS linked Kevin De Bruyne vs Antonio Conte, Romelu Lukaku wanting to stay, and the Napol
Mason Greenwood To Roma: What To Make Of The Rumored Transfer?
Mason Greenwood is being heavily linked with a move to Roma at the express request of Gian Piero Gasperini.
Guest co-host Sheridan Bird (UEFA Champions Journal & Milan TV commentator) discuss, debate and analyze how well the former Man Utd star would do in the Serie A as well as the broader implications this has.
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Max Allegri At Napoli: A Disaster Waiting To Happen?
Will Max Allegri be able to reignite Kevin De Bruyne at Napoli? Or is Allegri's entire tenure at the Partenopei a disaster waiting to happen?
Guest co-host Sheridan Bird (UEFA Champions Journal & commentator on Milan TV) discusses, debates and analyzed the fates of the Belgian superstar and the Tuscan tactician.
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Is This The WORST FIFA World Cup In History?
The FIFA World Cup is supposed to be football’s greatest celebration - a month where politics takes a back seat, nations come together, and the beautiful game takes centre stage.
But as the 2026 FIFA World Cup kicks off across the United States, Canada and Mexico, many fans are asking a very different question: has this tournament already become the biggest mess in World Cup history?
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AC Milan Deep Dive: Gerry Cardinale Thinks Italy Is A THIRD WORLD State
In the first club deep dive of the summer, Nima Tavallaey is joined by SportItalia journalist and AC Milan insider Francesco Letizia for an explosive interview.
From Gerry Cardinale wanting to "Americanize Milan", thinking "Italy is a third world state in the stoneage" to "Zlatan Ibrahimovic is a shareholder at Milan", "Zlatan at war with Allegri and Furlani", "Zlatan never liked Leao", to Oliver
Lionel Messi To Como?
Should Como manager Cesc Fabregas try to get former Barcelona and Argentina legend Lionel Messi ahead of their maiden Champions League adventure?
Nima Tavallaey and Carlo Garganese discuss, analyze and debate the possibility of the move as well as if it is a move that should be done.
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AC Milan Revolution! Allegri, Tare, Furlani, Moncada OUT - What Next?
AC Milan owners RedBird Capital sacked Igli Tare, Geoffrey Moncada, Giorgio Furlani and Max Allegri.
CEO Gerry Cardinale did not however get rid of Zlatan Ibrahimovic.
Nima Tavallaey and Carlo Garganese discuss, debate and analyze what the Rossoneri do now.
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Serie A 2025/2026 Team Of The Season Awards
It's time for the annual The Italian Football Podcast Serie A awards where we pick our team of the season, MVP, best goalkeeper, defender, midfielder, attacker and coach.
As well as name the top 10 worst players, signing of the season and much more.
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Italy Squad: Samuele Inacio IN, World Cup Flops OUT
Silvio Baldini will call up a young squad for the two June friendlies against Greece and Luxembourg.
Borussia Dortmund star Samuele Inacio, Inter striker Francesco Pio Esposito as well as Brentford's Michael Kayode are among the young players expected to be called up.
Nima Tavallaey and Carlo Garganese discuss, debate and analyze the squad selection.
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AC Milan & Juventus OUT Of Champions League, Roma & Como IN | Serie A Awards & Final Day Reaction & Much More
From post mortem deep dive on AC Milan collapse + Juventus disaster completed, after historic failure by both clubs to qualify for the Champions League, Dybala and Malen show as Roma back in UCL after 7 years, Fabregas leads Como to the UCL from Serie B in 3 seasons, Conte & De Laurentiis part ways at Napoli, Sarri + Giuntoli to take over at Atalanta, to Chivu & Marotta's calm and controlled Inter
Is Pep Guardiola The Greatest Manager Of All Time?
With Pep Guardiola on the brink of departing Manchester City after a historic spell, Nima Tavallaey and Carlo Garganese debate, discuss and analyze the former Barcelona manager's place among the greatest managers of all time.
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Italy 2026 FIFA World Cup Dreams OVER After Latest Iran UPDATE
The Azzurri's dreams of playing in the 2026 FIFA World Cup are over after FIFA and Iran FA met, seemingly agreeing on a path forward for Team Melli to play in this summer's tournament.
Nima Tavallaey and Carlo Garganese debate, discuss and analyze the latest update in this saga.
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Claudio Ranieri To Italy: The Man To Heal A Broken Nation
Claudio Ranieri is being rumored to take over either as coach of the Azzurri or the technical director of the new Italy national team project under incoming FIGC President Giovanni Malagó.
Nima Tavallaey and Carli Garganese discuss, debate and analyze the potential appointment.
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Champions League Disaster Causes Juventus Earthquake | Roma Derby Glory | Serie A Reaction & Much More
From Juventus financial earthquake after Champions League disaster, Mandragora rocket for Fiorentina, Conte says goodbye (?) as Napoli secure top 4, AC Milan close to UCL football in midst of a civil war, Mancini brace sends Roma within an inch of UCL, Lazio cap off nightmare week in Rome Derby, to Como keep UCL dream alive, Lecce last gasp winner ruins Cremonese Vardy Party, and Inter Milan Scude
Roberto Baggio: The Reason For Italy’s Youth Football CRISIS
Roberto Baggio recently outlined the reason for Italian football's crisis in developing top level youth players.
Nima Tavallaey and Carlo Garganese discuss, debate and analyze Baggio's statement.
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Lazio 0-2 Inter Milan - 2026 Coppa Italia Final REACTION: Historic Double Made In Romania
An owngoal from Adam Marusic and a goal from Lautaro Martinez gave Inter Milan a 2-0 win away to Lazio to secure the Nerazzurri's 10th Coppa Italia title.
Nima Tavallaey analyses and reacts to the main highlights from the 2026 Coppa Italia final match at the Stadio Olimpico in Rome, to secure the club's third ever domestic double.
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Lazio vs Inter Milan Preview: 2026 Coppa Italia Final Lineups, Team News, Odds, Predictions & More
The Italian Cup final between Lazio and Inter Milan takes place on Wednesday 12 May at 2045 CET at the Stadio Olimpico in Rome.
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.
Who do you think will win? Who will score?
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Italy WAIT As Iran Make FIFA World Cup ULTIMATUM | AC Milan MELTDOWN | Serie A Reaction & Much More
From AC Milan in crisis on and off the pitch as Champions League spot at risk, Atalanta end bad form led by underrated Zappacosta, Vlahovic scores vital goal for Juventus in top 4 race as Spalletti furious, Malen leads Roma to crazy comeback, Fabregas qualifies Como for European football for first time ever, to Fiorentina stay in Serie A, Cremonese win pushes Lecce to the wire in Serie B relegatio
Antonio Conte Quits Napoli For Italy National Team?
Will Antonio Conte quit Napoli to take over the vacant Italy National team job?
Nima Tavallaey and Carlo Garganese discuss, debate and analyze the reported rumor.
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Italy Will Flop AGAIN At World Cup 2030 With Max Allegri
AC Milan coach Max Allegri is being rumored to take over the Italy National team job after Gattuso failed.
Carlo Garganese discusses and analyzes why Allegri is not the right man for the Azzurri job.
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Is Liverpool Legend Alisson Becker Joining Juventus?
How close is Liverpool legend Alisson Becker to leaving the Premier League for Juventus in the Serie A?
Nima Tavallaey and Carlo Garganese discuss, debate and analyze the reported transfer.
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Has FIFA Just Confirmed Iran WILL Play At The World Cup?
After Gianni Infantino announced at the FIFA Congress that Iran will definitely play at the 2026 World Cup despite the ongoing war with the United States, does this spell the end to Italy's chances of a backdoor entrance to the finals?
Carlo Garganese breaks it all down and explains why Infantino's words mean very little given the situation in the Middle East, especially given the new threat of e
Will Inter Milan Create A DYNASTY? | Juventus BOTTLERS | Allegri OUT? | World Cup Reaction & Much More
Inter Milan were crowned Serie A champions after beating Parma. Juventus risk top four by drawing with Hellas Verona.
Como and Napoli have a bore draw. Max Allegri is being questioned after Milan's latest negative result.
There is also the latest on Iran and Italy ahead of the World Cup, as well as this week's Baggio, Serie ASS and Premface of the week.
Carlo breaks down all the main talking
Inter Milan Are Serie A Champions AGAIN: Scudetto REACTION
Inter Milan have won the 2025/2026 Serie A title. The Nerazzurri have secured their third Scudetto in six seasons.
Nima Tavallaey reacts, discusses and analyses all aspects of the Scudetto triumph.
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Pep Guardiola To Italy: Probable XI, Tactics, Winners, Losers & More
Will Pep Guardiola leave Man City to take the Italy hot seat?
Nima Tavallaey and guest host Patrick Kendrick react to a story in the Italian media about the possibility of legendary former Barcelona and Bayern Munich coach take over the Azzurri.
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Will UEFA Strip Italy Of EURO 2032 Hosting Rights?
Will UEFA strip Italy of the rights to host EURO 2032?
Nima Tavallaey and guest host Patrick Kendrick react to a story in the Italian media about the possibility of Italy losing the rights to co-host the European Championships with Turkey.
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Should Italy Accept Iran’s World Cup Spot?
Should Italy accept a place at the 2026 FIFA World Cup if Iran pull out and the Azzurri are officially offered the spot?
Nima Tavallaey and Carlo Garganese discuss and analyze the latest news and developments on this story.
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FIFA Congress 2026: Will Italy Replace Iran At The World Cup?
Ahead of the FIFA Congress in Vancouver Iran's participation in the 2026 FIFA World Cup is still very much up in the air.
Nima Tavallaey and Carlo Garganese discuss and analyze the latest news and developments about if Iran will pull out.
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Serie A Referee EARTHQUAKE | Inter Scudetto Wait | Milan vs Juventus Reaction | Italy Or Iran Latest & Much More
From Serie A refereeing scandal broken down and explained, Dimarco breaks assist record in Torino comeback draw, AC Milan and Juventus share the spoils in meaningless game, Lukaku backstabs Conte as McTominay shines for Napoli, Malen cant stop scoring as Gasperini sends Ranieri + Massara packing, to Lecce have upper hand over Cremonese in Serie B relegation dog fight, and latest update on Italy po
“He Scored 200+ Goals… And No One Talks About Him 😳
Antonio Di Natale is one of the greatest — and most underrated — players in Serie A history.
From scoring over 200 league goals to winning back-to-back Capocannoniere titles, Di Natale built a legendary career at Udinese without ever chasing the spotlight.
In this episode, we break down his incredible journey, his loyalty, his Euro 2012 moment, and why he deserves far more recognition among foot
How Ultras Are Destroying Italian Football
Are the Ultras doing their part to help destroy Italian football?
Nima Tavallaey and Carlo Garganese debate, discuss and analyze the topic.
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World Cup TWIST: U.S Push To Replace Iran With Italy
U.S special envoy Paolo Zampolli has hit the headlines after confirming he has formally requested to both the United States and FIFA presidents for Italy to replace Iran at the 2026 World Cup.
Carlo Garganese and Nima Tavallaey react to the story from the Financial Times and provide a bit of background to Zampolli, as calls for the Azzurri to step in amidst the war in the Middle East grow.
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How The 3-5-2 Formation Has Destroyed The Italy National Team
Has the 3-5-2 formation destroyed the Azzurri? Nima Tavallaey and Carlo Garganese debate, discuss and analyze how much the 3-5-2 is to blame for the Italy national team's demise.
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Italy’s World Cup Hopes REOPENED — What’s Happening With Iran?
With Iran's participation in the 2026 FIFA World Cup very much in doubt, as well as Italy being one of the teams that could potentially replace them, Nima Tavallaey and Carlo Garganese discuss and analyze the latest news and developments.
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Italy’s Mama Crisis | Inter Prepare Scudetto Party | Juventus Chase AC Milan & Napoli | Serie A Reaction & Much More
From Sarri & Spalletti back and forth on quality of players produced by Italian mothers (!), Inter Milan prepare Scudetto party + Coppa Italia semifinal, De Bruyne flops again for Napoli, Lazio continue to impress, 'boring' AC Milan all-but secure Champions League football, Gift Orban in street fight with Hellas Verona fan, Juventus in driving seat for top 4, Italiano to leave Bologna (?), Roma +
How Italy REBUILDS After FIFA World Cup DISASTER
FIGC released a damning report on the overall health and state of Italian football.
Nima Tavallaey and Carlo Garganese debate, discuss and analyze the report as well as look forward at what can be done moving forward.
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BAN Federico Chiesa FOREVER After Italy World Cup Actions
Should Liverpool winger Federico Chiesa be banned from the Azzurri after having declined to play for Italy in the 2026 FIFA World Cup Playoffs?
Nima Tavallaey and Carlo Garganese debate, discuss and analyze the former Juventus star's behavior.
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Max Allegri To Italy: Probable XI, Tactics, Winners, Losers & More
AC Milan coach Max Allegri is being linked with the Azzurri job. Nima Tavallaey and Carlo Garganese discuss, debate and analyze what this would mean for the Italy national team as well as Italian football as a whole.
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Who Is Silvio Baldini? Italy’s New A**-KICKING Interim Manager
Italy U21 manager Silvio Baldini has been named Azzurri caretaker coach over Italy's friendlies in June.
Nima Tavallaey and Carlo Garganese do a profile deep dive on the former Catania manager most known for booting Domenico De Carlo up the back-side.
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Marcel Desailly Interview: Silencing Cruyff | Leao Critique | Bastoni - Barcelona | CR7 Win World Cup? | & More
Nima Tavallaey is joined by legendary former AC Milan, Chelsea, Marseille and France international Marcel Desaiily to discuss a number of Serie A, and FIFA World Cup related topics.
Timestamps:
00:00 Intro - Welcome Marcel Desailly
00:12 "Milan Nothing Special" - Johan Cruyff Silenced In Barcelona Champions League Final Hammering
02:18 Silvio Berlusconi - When Capello Asked Him To Stop Talki
Antonio Conte To Italy: Probable XI, Tactics, Winners, Losers & More
Napoli coach Antonio Conte is the favorite to take over the Azzurri after Gennaro Gattuso failed to qualify for the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
Nima Tavallaey and Carlo Garganese discuss, debate and analyze all aspects of what the appointment would mean for Italy.
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Italy’s Health CRISIS | Inter Comeback Of Champions | AC Milan Collapse | Serie A Reaction & Much More
From Inter Milan Scudetto worthy winning comeback despite being outplayed by Como, Napoli title defence ends in Parma as Antonio Conte favorite to be the next Azzurri manager, AC Milan collapse of form as Leao booed, Udinese giantkillers do double at San Siro, Boga matchwinner for Juventus again in important Champions League race scalp, Atalanta only have Coppa Italia to contend for, to Donyell Ma
Should Serie A Introduce A Limit On Foreign Players After World Cup Disaster?
After failing to qualify for a 3rd consecutive FIFA World Cup, and with only 6 Italian players starting out of 44 in Como 0-0 Udinese & Lecce 0-3 Atalanta on Match Day 31 in the Serie A: is it time to cap number of foreign players in the Serie A?
Nima Tavallaey and Carlo Garganese discuss, debate and analyze the hottest topic in Italian football.
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The Man To SAVE Italian football: Who Is Giovanni Malago - Italy’s Possible New FIGC president?
Who is Giovanni Malago, the man tipped to be the next President of the Italian FA - the FIGC?
Nima Tavallaey and Carlo Gargenese do a profile deep dive on the former President of the Italian Olympic Committee.
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Kayode & Leoni IN, Bastoni & Barella OUT: Italy’s New Euro 2028 Squad
After Italy’s World Cup 2026 qualifying defeat to Bosnia and Herzegovina, and the subsequent exits of coach Rino Gattuso and president Gabriele Gravina, what will the new Italy consist of?
Carlo Garganese and Nima Tavallaey preview the potential new squad of the Azzurri ahead of Euro 2028, analysing those who could be chopped and could be called up.
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From Conte To Guardiola: The Race To Be The New Italy Manager
Rino Gattuso left the Italy manager post after the Azzurri failed to qualify for the 2026 World Cup against Bosnia and Herzegovina.
Who will be the new Italy coach? From Antonio Conte and Max Allegri to Pep Guardiola, Carlo Garganese and Nima Tavallaey look at the options.
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Italian Football’s Corruption Crisis | Napoli END AC Milan Scudetto dream | Serie A Reaction & Much More
From Napoli ending AC Milan Scudetto dreams to push Inter to the wire, Udinese impress again vs a big team, Como draw heats up top 4 race, should Serie A limit number of foreign players debate, Serie A corruption from international TV deals to youth development involving agents and coaches, to Juventus see off Genoa as Spalletti will stay, and Atalanta set up top 4 showdown with Juve, Fiorentina a
Inter Milan 5-2 AS Roma REACTION: Lautaro Is BACK
Goals from Lautaro Martinez x 2, Marcus Thuram, Nicolo Barella and a rocket from Hakan Calhanoglu gave Inter Milan a 5-2 win over Roma, for whom Gianluca Mancini and Lorenzo Pellegrini scored.
Carlo Garganese and Nima Tavallaey analyse and react to the main highlights from the Serie A Match Day 31 clash at the San Siro in Milan on Sunday.
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Italy World Cup Disaster: From Bastoni To Gravina - Calcio Needs A Revolution
Despite an early goal from Moise Kean Italy drew 1-1 to Bosnia and lost on a penalty shootout to Bosnia in the FIFA World Cup 2026 Playoff Qualifiers Semifinal Path A match at the Bilino Polje Stadium in Zenica on Tuesday.
Carlo Garganese and Nima Tavallaey do a deep dive post-mortem analyzing, debating and discussing all aspects of the historic Azzurri debacle.
Which players should no longer be
Bosnia 1-1 (4-1 P) Italy REACTION: The Azzurri FIFA World Cup Trauma Continues
A goal from Moise Kean in the first half gave Italy a 1-1 draw away after 90 mins and extra time, against Bosnia for whom Haris Tabakovic scored. This after Alessandro Bastoni got himself sent off.
Bosnia won the penalty shootout 4-1 after Francesco Pio Esposito and Bryan Cristante missed for Italy, an Italy who now miss their third consecutive World Cup.
Nima Tavallaey analyses and reacts to th
Bosnia vs Italy: The Azzurri’s Most Important Game EVER?
Italy play Bosnia & Herzegovina in the FIFA World Cup 2026 qualifying playoff final on Tuesday.
Carlo Garganese and Nima Tavallaey look at where this game ranks among the Azzurri’s biggest and most important ever matches in history?
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Pio Esposito IN, Retegui OUT: Italy Changes vs Bosnia
Italy play Bosnia and Herzegovina on Tuesday in Zenica in their FIFA World Cup 2026 qualifying Playoff final.
What changes will Azzurri manager Gennaro Gattuso make following the semi-final win over Northern Ireland?
Carlo Garganese and Nima Tavallaey preview and discuss the possible line-ups and latest team news ahead of the match.
Who do you think should start?
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Bosnia vs Italy Preview: World Cup 2026 Playoff Final Lineups, Team News, Odds, Predictions & More
The FIFA 2026 World Cup qualification - UEFA second round - playoff final between Bosnia and Herzegovina and Italy takes place on Tuesday 31 March at 2045 CET in Zenica.
Carlo Garganese previews the big game. We look at the probable XIs, injuries and suspensions, and break down the game tactically before offering our predictions.
Who do you think will win? Who will score?
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Italy 2-0 Northern Ireland REACTION: Azzurri's 2026 FIFA World Cup Dream Alive
Goals from Sandro Tonali and Moise Kean in the second half gave Italy a 2-0 win at home over Northern Ireland.
Nima Tavallaey analyses and reacts to the main highlights from the FIFA World Cup 2026 Playoff Qualifiers Semifinal Path A match at the New Balance Arena in Bergamo on Thursday.
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The Craziest Final Day In Football History | Serie A 2001-02 Scudetto Drama
On May 5th, 2002, three teams entered the final day of Serie A with a chance to win the title. Inter Milan were top of the table. Juventus FC and AS Roma were chasing.
Some 90 minutes later, one of the most dramatic collapses in football history had unfolded. This is a special throwback clip from The Italian Football Podcast.
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Italy vs Northern Ireland Preview: World Cup 2026 Playoffs Lineups, Team News, Odds, Predictions & More
The FIFA 2026 World Cup qualification - UEFA second round - playoff match between Italy and Northern Ireland takes place on Thursday 26 March at 2045 CET at the New Balance Arena in Bergamo. 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.
Who do you think will win
Italy’s FIFA World Cup D-Day | Inter Give AC Milan & Napoli Hope | Locatelli HELL | Serie A Reaction & Much More
From Inter Milan stumble again away to Fiorentina where Fagioli dominated midfield, Pavlovic scores wondergoal, gifts penalty in AC Milan goalfest win over Torino where Vlasic impresses, McTominay back on scoresheet as Napoli win 4th on the trot, to Como open up cushion in Champions League race when Juventus stumble to decimated Sassuolo, Giampaolo debut Cremonese win, and Italy vs Northern Irelan
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