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The Italian Football Podcast

The Italian Football Podcast
Serie A
Juventus
Inter Milan
Napoli
Champions League
AC Milan
Italy
World Cup
Atalanta
Roma
Italy National Football Team
Fiorentina
Milan
Inter
Como
Nico Paz
Italian Football
Lazio
FIFA World Cup
Antonio Conte

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 t... more

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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 bec... more

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... more

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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... more

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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 se... more

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Bassel Mikdadi
Palestinian football journalist; founder of footballpalestine.com
Football Palestine
Episode: Anan Khalaily: Are Inter Milan ‘Sportswashing’ Genocide & Apartheid by Signing Israel Star?
Andrew Feinstein
Activist filmmaker; former ANC MP and anti-apartheid activist
former South African Parliament; activist
Episode: Anan Khalaily: Are Inter Milan ‘Sportswashing’ Genocide & Apartheid by Signing Israel Star?
Dr. Thair Abu Ras
PhD in Government and Politics; researcher at Van Leer Institute, Jerusalem
Independent researcher/academic
Episode: Anan Khalaily: Are Inter Milan ‘Sportswashing’ Genocide & Apartheid by Signing Israel Star?
Des Walker
Former England international defender
Sampdoria (former club)
Episode: Des Walker Interview: Close To Juventus & Roma Before Sampdoria, Mancini Italy Return, Marking Van Basten & More
Mirko Di Natale
Juventus journalist
Juventus-focused journalist
Episode: Juventus Deep Dive: From Dibu Martinez, Kolo Muani, Muharemovic To Douglas Luiz & More
Vincenzo Credendino
Napoli expert, SportItalia correspondent, SportFace collaborator
SportItalia, SportFace
Episode: Napoli Deep Dive: From De Bruyne, Lukaku, Milinkovic-Savic To Vlahovic & Much More
Sheridan W. J. Bird
Sports broadcaster and commentator with a focus on Italian football
Episode: Mason Greenwood To Roma: What To Make Of The Rumored Transfer?
Sheridan Bird
Broadcaster and journalist, Milan TV commentator, Champions League Journal writer
Various (industry journalist)
Episode: Max Allegri At Napoli: A Disaster Waiting To Happen?
Nima Tavallaey
Iranian football journalist
Stockholm-based Iranian journalist covering football
Episode: Is This The WORST FIFA World Cup In History?

Hosts

Carlo Garganese
Host of The Italian Football Podcast; Italian football journalist covering Serie A and Calcio.
Nima Tavallaey
Co-host of The Italian Football Podcast; Italian football journalist and commentator.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 852 ratings
  • Stick to Sports

    Retweeting the dictators of Iran and making football political is just a trash move. It’s a shame, really. People just wash to escape some of this stuff for 30 mins of the day. Go make a new podcast and discuss.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    jk78901
    United States22 days ago
  • This show has become embarrassingly bad…….

    Just jaded old men yelling at each other. Every episode isn’t even discussion. Just two men yelling at each other that the other doesn’t know what they they’re talking about……they hate anything new…..

    They still argue the premier league isn’t the best league in the world cause they’re delusional and still think it’s 1992 lol

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Jordanrodgers234
    United Statesa month ago
  • The best of Italian football coverage

    Carlo and Nima are the best experts in Italian football. They have phenomenal podcasts that are honest and informative and hilarious at times.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    M. E567
    United Statesa month ago
  • Love this show

    This show has been amazing for me and have loved listening to it every week. With most of my friends watching premier league you guys have become the friends I have never had who have gotten me into this amazing league.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Koalamonkey
    United States2 months ago
  • Fantastico

    A great show that offers dynamic conversation and up to date chat. Nima is great on the socials too, especially after a champions league game. Genuinely love this pod, even though I still don’t feel Napoli get a fair shake. I’m watching you Carlo 😂 Forza Napoli Sempre

    Bravo guys!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    RaffisArt
    United Kingdom6 months ago

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#141
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#197
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#40
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#141
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#178
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#238
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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Matt Rizzetta Interview: Napoli Takeover Talks With De Laurentiis, Buying Reggina Rumors, Campobasso Serie B Objective & More
Q: What is the current status of the Napoli buying talks?
The deal to buy Napoli from the De Laurentiis family is currently dead due to impasses, though the guest left the door open to revisiting an opportunity in the future.
Why The HELL Is Sandro Tonali Joining Tottenham?
Q: what the hell is Sandro Tonali joining Tottenham for?
The hosts debate whether joining Tottenham will allow Tonali to win major trophies and how it affects Italy's national team, with some suggesting elite teams should be courting him, while others see Tottenham as a step down from Champions League contention.
Italy Miss The Most Corrupt FIFA World Cup In History
Q: What are your thoughts on Inter's potential signing of a player with an Israeli passport amid debates about apartheid and national identity?
They acknowledge the ethical and political complexities, emphasize the importance of context, and indicate they are preparing a detailed journalism piece to explain why it matters, rather than giving a casual stance in the moment.
Italy Miss The Most Corrupt FIFA World Cup In History
Q: Do you think the eligibility criteria is too wide for who is allowed to play for which country?
The hosts and players' identities are increasingly fluid due to globalization, but the panel suggests that nationality should be tied to strong developmental ties to a country's football environment rather than birthplace alone, though they acknowledge the complexity and emotional factors involved.
England 1-2 Argentina FIFA World Cup REACTION: Messi & Lautaro Punish Tuchel Disasterclass
Q: I'm joined as always by Carlo Garganese. So let's start with the first question, which has been sent in from CJ Barilla. He says, what's your reaction to the epic ending of the Argentina versus England semifinal last night?
The hosts respond that England's defeat was a result of tactical mismanagement and individual errors, with emphasis on how Tuchel's substitutions and defensive alignment contributed to England being overrun in the final 30 minutes, while acknowledging Argentina's late comeback and Messi's impact.

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What is The Italian Football Podcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This show offers in-depth, opinionated analysis of Italian football, with frequent focus on Serie A, transfers, governance, and the broader Calcio landscape. Episodes typically dissect weekend results, midweek action, and top storylines, often contrasting performance on the pitch with off-pield dynamics, such as ownership, governance reforms, and strategic direction for major clubs. A notable element is the mix of thoughtful, data-informed discussion and strong, sometimes fiery viewpoints, along with patron-driven Q&As and periodic sit-down interviews. Listeners can expect candid takes on Juventus, Inter, Milan, Napoli, and Roma, plus sharp commentary on league-wide issues and world football politics that can affect the Italian game. This f... more

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1. Bassel Mikdadi
2. Andrew Feinstein
3. Dr. Thair Abu Ras
4. Des Walker
5. Mirko Di Natale
6. Vincenzo Credendino
7. Sheridan W. J. Bird
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