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Spritz & Scrums - Italian Rugby Podcast

Spritz and Scrums
Benetton Rugby
Zebre
Six Nations
Italy
Benetton
Zebre Parma
URC
United Rugby Championship
Zebre Rugby
Challenge Cup
Ospreys
South Africa
Edinburgh Rugby
Italian Rugby
Dragons
Italy Rugby
Champions Cup
England
Stormers
Wales Rugby

Welcome to Spritz and Scrums, the 1st English-speaking Italian rugby podcast by 3 Benetton Rugby fans who love drinking spritz and chatting all things Rugby Italia.

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Latest Episodes

Spritz and Scrums is back! It's been a wild final home weekend for both Italian URC clubs. Benetton pull off one of their most memorable results in years, beating a fully-loaded Leinster side with the last kick of the game β€” their first home win over... more

Another week, another painful one for Italian rugby fans. We break down Benetton's 15-45 home defeat to Munster including a bittersweet milestone for Seb Negri on his 100th cap and relive Zebre's heartbreaking 30-31 loss away at Edinburgh, where they... more

Both Italian sides are out of Europe EPRC Challenge Cup and the Spritz and Scrums crew are not taking it well. This week, the three Benetton fans process the heartbreak of a 41-point home defeat that still wasn't enough, a referee decision that still... more

Benetton survive a nervy 38–35 thriller vs Cardiff to reach the EPCR Challenge Cup quarterfinals, while Zebre dominate Pau 31–15 for a historic home quarter-final. We break down the games!

00:00 - Intro & Bilbao Fund

02:30 - Introductions

02:43 - ... more

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Eddie
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Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 89 ratings
  • Forza Italia

    Am really enjoying this pod having only recently discovered it via the Rosbifs pod. Grazie!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    DerekXavierMorriss
    United Kingdoma year ago
  • From Italy with love

    I’m Italian and I absolutely love this podcast

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Statshsjdj
    Italy2 years ago
  • Finally πŸ‘ŒπŸ‘Œ

    Great to finally see Italian rugby getting the coverage it deserves. Love the hosts β€” amazing chemistry and always something insightful to offer. I’ve even got my dad listening to this and he hates podcasts!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    marwan77
    United Kingdom2 years ago
  • Fun and informative on Italian rugby

    From what I can see the first English podcast dedicated to Italian rugby (clubs and national side) - great!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ElyRusso
    United Kingdom3 years ago

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Feels like a friendly, fan-first show that also offers sharp analysis.
A niche English-language hub for Italian rugby with strong host chemistry.
Clearly passionate about Italian clubs and the Six Nations scene.

Chart Rankings

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Apple Podcasts
#246
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Apple Podcasts
#154
Canada/Sports/Rugby
Apple Podcasts
#196
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Apple Podcasts
#39
Italy/Sports/Rugby
Apple Podcasts
#89
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Apple Podcasts
#243
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Italy vs South Africa
Q: What are the implications of South Africa's red card on the game's strategy?
The hosts believed the red card could have been advantageous for Italy but ultimately Italy failed to capitalize on it.

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What is Spritz & Scrums about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A lively, fan-led show that covers Italian rugby across club and national levels, blending match analysis with playful banter and travel anecdotes. Episodes repeatedly highlight Benetton and Zebre in URC and European competitions, the evolving Six Nations landscape, and Italy's growing presence on the international stage, often pairing sharp critique with affectionate humor. The hosts' chemistry and candid, unabashed takes make the show approachable for rugby superfans and casual listeners alike, while occasional travel and behind-the-scenes moments add a relatable, club-football-style charm. A standout ingredient is its clear focus on Italian rugby development, plus a welcoming, party-atmosphere vibe that appeals to listeners who enjoy beh... more

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Spritz & Scrums launched 3 years ago and published 118 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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