The Italian Football Podcast

🏴 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!

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Plus, the guys tackle more heavy Calcio debates: Is Perviz Estupiñán officially the worst ever signing in AC Milan history?

Why won't the Saputo ownership invest more cash into Bologna's squad, and should FIFA bring back the iconic Confederations Cup tournament?

Finally, Nima and Carlo share the ultimate behind-the-scenes origin story of how they first met and started The Italian Football Podcast!

⏱️ TIMESTAMPS IN THIS CLIP

(00:00) - Intro: Carlo Is BACK 🎙️

(00:24) - Should Mancini Drop Tonali From Azzurri XI After Awful Spurs Form? 🏴

(07:07) - Bring Back The Confederations Cup? 🏆

(10:04) - How Did Nima & Carlo Meet? The TIFP Origin Story 👥

(12:14) - Is Perviz Estupiñán The WORST EVER AC Milan Signing? 📉

(15:07) - Places To Visit & What To Eat When Visiting Avellino? 🗺️

(17:44) - Why Won't Saputo Ownership Invest More In Bologna? 💰

The Italian Football Podcast is the official podcast of Football Italia, offering tactical breakdowns, exclusive interviews, analysis, debates, and everything Serie A, Azzurri & Italian football!

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🚨 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 administration, and risks of FIFA/UEFA suspension.

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We review the latest Serie A games, results, and standings in our free weekly show. The Italian Football Podcast is the official podcast of Football Italia, offering raw reaction to all the latest results, highlights, goals, news, and transfers across Italian football.

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🇮🇹 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 complete tactical breakdown of Mancini's roster, analyzing the surprise call-ups and debating the controversial player snubs.

They also look ahead to Friday's high-stakes clash, examining how Mark van Bommel’s tactical blueprint with Belgium matches up against the Azzurri.

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🇮🇹 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!

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The guys debate if Inter Milan have cured their defensive woes after Captain Fantastic Lautaro Martínez sparks a brilliant comeback victory.

Plus, they dive into whether Manu Koné is officially the best midfielder right now in Serie A after a spectacular showing for Roma, analyze Juventus' bounce-back win starring Conceição, Kolo Muani, and Bremer, and celebrate AC Milan’s stars lighting up San Siro's 100th birthday!

They also dissect Roberto Mancini's first UEFA Nations League squad in his return to the Azzurri dugout ahead of the Belgium clash and address a major new institutional scandal that could force Giovanni Malagò to resign as FIGC President.

⏱️ EPISODE CHAPTERS

(00:00) - Intro: Match Day 5 Serie A 2026/2027 Episode Overview 🎙️

(01:49) - Inter: Comeback Led By Captain Fantastic Lautaro After MORE Defensive Woes 🖤💙

(11:25) - Roma: Manu Koné Best Midfielder RIGHT NOW In Serie A? 👑

(27:12) - Juventus: Conceicao, Kolo Muani & Bremer Star In Bounce-Back Win 🤍🖤

(37:11) - Atalanta: Stonewall Penalty Denied La Dea BUT Create NOTHING In Attack 🛑

(46:31) - AC Milan: Pulisic, Rabiot & Moreira Score STUNNING Goals On San Siro 100th Birthday 🎂

(56:36) - Como: Defensive Woes Costly + Can't Keep Dropping Points Against Weaker Teams 📉

(57:50) - Frosinone: Outstanding Palmisani Saves Key Behind Win 🧤

(59:44) - Best Of The Rest: Fiorentina & Napoli Draw, Lucky Maldini, Lazio Heroics & More 🏟️

(01:04:56) - Azzurri: Mancini Is BACK, Italy Vs Belgium Preview, Squad Analysis & More 🇮🇹

(01:20:43) - Serie ASS Of The Week: Dumb SCANDAL - Why Malagò Could Resign As FIGC President 🚨

(01:31:46) - Baggio Of The Week: In Memoriam RIP Sandro Mazzola 🕊️

(01:46:21) - Premface Of The Week: Jamie O'Hara TalkSport PREMDEMIC on STEROIDS 🤬

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🔴 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!

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Plus, they build a fascinating all-time Azzurri cult-hero starting XI of players who weren't global superstars but always excelled for the Italy national team.

They review Héctor Cúper's legacy with the Nerazzurri, debate whether Como or AS Roma poses a bigger threat to Inter Milan’s Scudetto defense, discuss how Italian football can reintegrate traditional, physical Number 9 strikers, and analyze how a summer of rest has fueled Nicolò Barella’s incredible, flying start to the season!

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⏱️ EPISODE CHAPTERS

(00:00) - Which Club Does Antonio Conte Coach Next: Man Utd Or Juventus? 🔴⚪

(09:23) - All-Time Azzurri XI: Cult Heroes Who ALWAYS Shined For Italy 🎭

(17:48) - What Is Héctor Cúper's Legacy With The Nerazzurri? 🚜

(21:17) - Scudetto Threat: Is Como Or Roma The Bigger Danger To Inter? 🏆

(24:13) - How Does Italian Football Reintegrate Traditional Number 9 Strikers? 🪵

(25:36) - Nicolò Barella’s Flying Start: How Crucial Was His Summer Rest? 🔋

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