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The Italian Football Podcast
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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. To get ALL of the abov
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Italy Win EURO 2028? 🏆 | Man City Scandal Sinks Premier League? 🚨
🇮🇹 CAN ITALY WIN EURO 2028? Nima Tavallaey and Carlo Garganese return for a massive weekly flagship review show running a total tactical post-match breakdown of the Azzurri’s dominant 3-1 win over Turkey at the Stadio Renato Dall'ara in Bologna! The guys dive deep into an optimistic future for...
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Italy 3-1 Turkey REACTION: Doumbia MOTM + Pio Esposito Goal! 🌟
🇮🇹 ITALY 3-1 TURKEY REACTION! Nima Tavallaey breaks down all the major tactical fallout from the Stadio Renato Dall'Ara in Bologna as the Azzurri secure a statement victory on Match Day 5 of League A, Group 1 in the UEFA Nations League! The high-intensity clash kicked off at 20:45 CET…
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Dimarco As Winger? 🧠 | Mario Gila Best Defender In Serie A? 🇮🇹
🧠 MANCINI'S TACTICAL MASTERPLAN! Nima Tavallaey and Carlo Garganese break down Roberto Mancini's latest Azzurri blueprints, debating whether Federico Dimarco must be utilized as a winger, and how to maximize Davide Frattesi and Niccolò Pisilli higher up the pitch for Italy! The guys dive deep…
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Man City & PSG UCL Titles Revoked? 🚨 | The Legal Fallout! 🤯
🚨 WILL MAN CITY & PSG LOSE THEIR UCL TITLES? Nima Tavallaey and Carlo Garganese break down the explosive tactical and legal fallout after an independent commission found Manchester City guilty of massive financial rule breaches involving over £900 million in "sham" commercial contracts! The guys...
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Italy vs Turkey Preview! 🇮🇹🇹🇷 | Montella Dead Man Walking? 🚨
🇹🇷 ITALY VS TURKEY PREVIEW! Nima Tavallaey and Carlo Garganese look ahead to the massive upcoming UEFA Nations League clash as Vincenzo Montella faces a major crisis with the media branding him a dead man walking! The guys run a complete tactical breakdown of the upcoming Italy vs Turkey…
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France 1 - 1 Italy REACTION: Bastoni Redemption Arc 💎
🇫🇷 FRANCE 1-1 ITALY REACTION! Italian football journalist Nima Tavallaey breaks down a thrilling, high-intensity tactical battle in Saint-Denis, Paris at the Stade de France as the Azzurri secure a massive point on Match Day 4 of Group A in the UEFA Nations League! The episode covers a complete...
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Time To Axe The Veterans? 🛑 | Drop Di Lorenzo & Dimarco? 🤬
🛑 TIME TO AXE THE VETERANS? Nima Tavallaey and Carlo Garganese lock horns in a massive tactical debate following the international fixtures against Turkey and Belgium, questioning which established Italy stars must be ruthlessly dropped from the squad to protect the future of the Azzurri layout!...
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France vs Italy Preview! 🇫🇷🇮🇹 | Lineups, Odds & Predictions! 🚨
🇫🇷🇮🇹 FRANCE VS ITALY PREVIEW! Carlo Garganese and Nima Tavallaey break down a massive tactical preview of the high-stakes UEFA Nations League Group A clash as the Azzurri travel to Paris to face Les Bleus! The Nations League Group A Match Day 3 match between France and Italy takes place on...
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New Italy BORN! 🇮🇹 | Kayode Masterclass + France Preview! 🚨
🇮🇹 THE NEW ITALY IS BORN! Nima Tavallaey and Carlo Garganese run a massive tactical review of the international break as Roberto Mancini’s 2.0 Azzurri era kicks into high gear following a dominant dismantling of Vincenzo Montella's Turkey! The guys dive deep into why Italy is finally enjoyable…
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Turkey vs Italy 1-4 REACTION: Michael Kayode Dream Debut 🌟
🇹🇷 TURKEY VS ITALY 1-4 REACTION! Italian football journalist Nima Tavallaey breaks down the tactical fallout from a rainy Centennial Atatürk Stadium in Bursa as goals from Alessandro Bastoni, Davide Frattesi, Michael Kayode, and Francesco Pio Esposito hand the Azzurri a dominant, statement win...
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Ban Influencers From Football? 📱 | De Rossi & Gattuso React! 🚨
📱 SHOULD INFLUENCERS BE BANNED FROM FOOTBALL? Italian football journalists Nima Tavallaey and Carlo Garganese bring you the final extended clip from our premium Thursday Q&A show, diving straight into Daniele De Rossi and Gennaro Gattuso’s viral claims that social media influencers are ruining...
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Turkey vs Italy Preview! 🇹🇷🇮🇹 | Top 3 & Worst 3 Mancini Surprises! 🚨
🇹🇷 TURKEY VS ITALY NATIONS LEAGUE PREVIEW! Italian football broadcasters Nima Tavallaey and Carlo Garganese bring you an extended clip from our premium Thursday Q&A show, running a complete tactical preview of the massive international clash and what to expect from the Azzurri! 🔴 SUPPORT THE...
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Italy vs Belgium 0-2 REACTION: Stale Mancini 2.0 Debut! 🇮🇹
🇮🇹 ITALY VS BELGIUM 0-2 REACTION! Italian football journalist Nima Tavallaey breaks down the tactical fallout from Rome as goals from Mika Godts and Dodi Lukébakio secured a victory for Belgium in this UEFA Nations League Group A clash. The episode covers a sluggish first half, an improved...
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Italy Drop Spurs Flop Tonali? 🛑 | Estupiñán Milan Disaster! 🚨
🏴 DROP TONALI? Nima Tavallaey and Carlo Garganese answer a massive wave of fan questions, starting with Sandro Tonali’s nightmare form for Spurs and whether Roberto Mancini must completely drop him from the Azzurri starting lineup! 🔴 SUPPORT THE SHOW & LISTEN AD-FREE: Join our global community…
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Italy Football SCANDAL! 🚨 | FIGC President Malagò To Resign?
🚨 ITALY FOOTBALL SCANDAL! FIGC PRESIDENT TO RESIGN? Italian football journalists Nima Tavallaey and Carlo Garganese break down an explosive institutional crisis shaking Italian football as Giovanni Malagò faces pressure regarding the FIGC presidency, candidacy regulations, potential federation...
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Italy vs Belgium Preview: Lineups, Team News & Predictions! ⚔️
🇮🇹 ROBERTO MANCINI IS BACK IN THE AZZURRI DUGOUT! Italian football journalists Nima Tavallaey and Carlo Garganese bring you an extended clip from our flagship Monday show, diving deep into the massive 34-man Italy squad selected for the upcoming UEFA Nations League matches. The guys run a...
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Inter Comeback KINGS! | Is Roma’s Koné Best CM In Serie A? 🚨
🇮🇹 LAUTARO LEADS INTER COMEBACK! Nima Tavallaey and Carlo Garganese break down all the high-drama, tactical masterclasses, and massive team controversies from a wild Matchday 5 of the Serie A season! 🔴 SUPPORT THE SHOW: Get every single episode completely AD-FREE, plus exclusive weekly Q&A...
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Where Next For Antonio Conte: Man Utd Or Juventus? 🚨 (Q&A)
🔴 WHERE NEXT FOR ANTONIO CONTE: MAN UTD OR JUVENTUS? Nima Tavallaey and Sheridan Bird debate the massive managerial rumors surrounding Antonio Conte's next destination! 🔴 SUPPORT THE SHOW: Get every single episode completely AD-FREE, plus exclusive weekly Q&A episodes and premium content via...
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Top 7 Best (& 3 WORST) Serie A Goalkeepers RIGHT NOW! 🧤 (Q&A)
🧤 BEST 7 SERIE A GOALKEEPERS RIGHT NOW! Nima Tavallaey and Sheridan Bird count down and rank the top 7 best (and 3 absolute worst) goalkeepers currently playing in Calcio. 🔴 SUPPORT THE SHOW: Get every single episode completely AD-FREE, plus exclusive weekly Q&A episodes and premium content via...
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Who Is Alessandro Romano? + Serie A A Feeder League? 🚨 (Q&A)
💎 WHO IS ALESSANDRO ROMANO? Nima Tavallaey and Sheridan Bird run a complete profile deep dive on Cagliari’s sensational starlet, Alessandro Romano! They break down his tactical profile, his massive potential in Calcio, and why top clubs are tracking him. 🔴 SUPPORT THE SHOW: Get every single...
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Is Como’s Champions League Win BAD For Italian Football? 🚨
🇮🇹 IS COMO’S CHAMPIONS LEAGUE SQUAD BAD FOR ITALIAN FOOTBALL? Nima Tavallaey and Carlo Garganese debate a massive tactical and cultural controversy surrounding Cesc Fàbregas’ high-flying Como side! 🔴 SUPPORT THE SHOW: Get every single episode completely AD-FREE, plus exclusive weekly Q&A...
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Juve DISASTER | Moreira Milan MAGIC | Mastantuono EXPLODES! 🚨 (Ep. 588)
Matchday 4 of the 2026/2027 Serie A season delivered pure chaos! Nima Tavallaey and Carlo Garganese break down all the raw and dramatic talking points from a wild weekend of Italian football. 🔴 SUPPORT THE SHOW: Get every single episode completely AD-FREE, plus exclusive weekly Q&A episodes,...
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Carnesecchi IN Donnarumma OUT? + Why Ausilio Left Inter
With Marco Carnesecchi performing at a fantastic level, we tackle a fascinating question sent in from one of our listeners: is he already good enough to legitimately challenge Gianluigi Donnarumma for Italy's number-one shirt? 🇮🇹 Plus, we break down the massive bombshell out of the San Siro…
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Palestra - Chelsea: Mistake? Fiorentina = Serie A Tottenham?
Following his massive €60m summer move from Atalanta 🟦⬛ to Xabi Alonso’s Chelsea 🔵, and with an injury setback delaying his highly anticipated Premier League debut: did Marco Palestra make a mistake that could stall his development and harm the Azzurri? 🇮🇹 Nima Tavallaey and Sheridan Bird...
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Should Napoli Sack Allegri? Number 10 Role DEAD? (Q&A) 🚨
After losing 8 of his last 9 Champions League matches, three in a row in all competitions, and 9 of his last 14 matches with both Milan and Napoli: should De Laurentiis sack Allegri? Nima Tavallaey and Sheridan Bird discuss, analyze and debate this question and other questions sent on from…
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Napoli 0-1 Arsenal REACTION: Ødegaard Rocket Wins 3 Points
Napoli 0-1 Arsenal REACTION: Breaking down Martin Ødegaard's rocket of a goal that made all the difference at the Stadio Diego Armando Maradona! While Napoli defended brilliantly, they ultimately couldn't keep a clean sheet or find an equalizer at home. Join Nima Tavallaey as he reacts to the…
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Real Madrid 2-1 Inter REACTION: BRAIN FARTS Gift Mbappe & Co Win
Goals from Kylian Mbappe and Federico Valverde gave Real Madrid a 2-1 win over Inter Milan in the Champions League, for whom Carlos Augusto scored. Nima Tavallaey analyses and reacts to the main highlights, making tactical breakdowns, and discussing the shocking defensive mistakes from this…
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Napoli Vs Arsenal Preview: Champions League Lineups, Team News, Odds, Predictions & More
The 2026/27 Champions League match day one game between Napoli and Arsenal takes place on Wednesday 8 September with kick-off at 20.45 CET at the Stadio Maradona. Nima Tavallaey and Carlo Garganese preview the big game. We look at the probable XIs, injuries and suspensions, and break down the…
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CRAZY Juventus, Inter Milan & Roma Comebacks | Champions League Preview
Gatti rescues Juventus, Milan Cisse mania reaches fever pitch, Captain fantastic Lautaro, Allegri costs Napoli, Dybala + Soulé Roma heroes, Sarri lacks wingers at Atalanta, Nico Paz, Diao & Baturina show, Raimondo shines for Frosinone as Mandragora scores another screamer for Torino, and preview…
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Napoli Best XI De Laurentiis Era: From Cavani, Hamsik, Koulibaly & Kvaratskhelia To Lavezzi
What is the best Napoli starting lineup of the Aurelio De Laurentiis era? Does Gonzalo Higuain get in? Why is Lorenzo Insigne not included? Nima Tavallaey and Sheridan Bird debate, discuss and pick the best Partenopei XI of the De Laurentiis era. Do you agree with the picks? Who do you think…
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Juventus Vs AC Milan Preview: Serie A Lineups, Team News, Odds, Predictions & More
The 2026/2027 Serie A Match Day 3 clash between Juventus and AC Milan takes place on Sunday 6th September with kick-off at 20.45 CET at the Allianz Stadium in Turin. Nima Tavallaey and Sheridan Bird preview the big game. We look at the probable XIs, injuries and suspensions, and break down the…
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Bacary Sagna: Mancini 'Right For Italy' | Spence 'To Do Well At Inter' | Kvaratskhelia To Win Ballon d’or & More
Former Arsenal, Manchester City, Benevento and France international Bacary Sagna joins Nima Tavallaey to discuss a number of Serie A, Azzurri & Champions League related topics. Timestamps: 00:00 - Intro - Welcome Bacary Sagna 00:05 - Premier League Inter: John Stones, Curtis Jones, Djed Spence &...
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Serie A, Champions League, Europa League & Conference League PREDICTIONS: Who Wins?
Who will win the Scudetto? Can Inter + Roma reach a Champions League Quarterfinal? How well will AC Milan & Juventus do in the Europa League? Will Atalanta win the Conference League? Who will be Serie A top goal-scorer? Breakthrough player? MVP? U23 MVP? Nima Tavallaey and Sheridan Bird discuss,...
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From Rafael Leao To Como: Serie A Winners And Losers Of The 2026 Summer Transfer Window
Who are the winners of the 2026 summer transfer window in the Serie A? Who are the losers? What rating do Inter, AC Milan, Juventus, Roma, Atalanta, Lazio, Fiorentina, etc get for the summer mercato? Nima Tavallaey and Carlo Garganese debate, discuss and analyze the Italian clubs transfers this...
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Deadline Day Chaos! Inter, AC Milan & Juventus 100% | Como Stun Napoli & More
Wasteful Inter saved by Calhanoglu long distance shot, Como high press crack Napoli, Spalletti saved by Juventus rejects, Milan play for Ramos who secures another win for Amorim, Venezia look destined for bottom of the league, Frosinone destroy Fiorentina 100 year birthday party, Ekkelnkamp…
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Serie A Kits 2026/27 - Tops & Flops: Best & Worst Jerseys Of The New Season?
Which Serie A team has the best kits? Which team has the worst? Nima Tavallaey and Carlo Garganese discuss, rate and debate the best 2026/2027 kits in the Italian top flight. Which one is your favorite? Which one gives you the creeps? This is an extended clip from the weekly Q & A Pod available…
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Inter vs Liverpool, Napoli vs Arsenal, PSG vs Roma, Como vs Barcelona: Champions League Draw REACTION
The UEFA Champions League league phase draw took place on Thursday’s Thursday, August 27, in Monaco. There were 36 teams in the draw, including Inter Milan, Napoli, Roma and Como. Nima Tavallaey reacts to the matches and previews the Serie A teams opponents in the league phase. The pick of the...
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Italy 1982 Vs Brazil 1970 Vs France 1998: Which Is The Best FIFA World Cup Winning Team EVER?
Which FIFA World Cup Winning team is the best ever? Maradona's Argentina in 1986? Zidane's France in 98? Paolo Rossi's Azzurri in 1982? Pele's Brazil in 1958 or 1970? Nima Tavallaey and Carlo Garganese discuss, debate and analyze which team is the best team to ever win the World Cup. Which team…
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Napoli & Genoa Fans: A Lovestory
Why do Genoa and Napoli fans have a friendship pact? How did it start? When did it start? Nima Tavallaey breaks down the history behind a friendship between two sets of fans which prompted Italian pop stars Alfaa and Gigi D'Alessio to record, release and perform a new song titled "Genova e…
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Inter, AC Milan, Juventus & Napoli Start New Serie A Season With A BANG!
Pio Esposito backheels Inter to a win, cranky Juric at Monza, Juventus attackers can't score when Bremer leads by example, AC Milan catch Cissé-mania, Allegri era starts with De Bruyne controversial goal, the Genoa ❤️ Napoli lovestory as Alfaa + Gigi D'Alessio song gives goosebumps, to Kosta...
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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? This is an extended clip…
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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...
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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...
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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...
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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...
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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...
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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. This is an extended clip from the weekly free...
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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…
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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...
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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...
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
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.
To get ALL of the abov
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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...
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