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The Italian Football Podcast

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

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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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... more

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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 th... more

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Recent Guests

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?
Francesco Letizia
Milan journalist, SportItalia
SportItalia
Episode: AC Milan Deep Dive: Gerry Cardinale Thinks Italy Is A THIRD WORLD State
CJ Barilla
Question asker during the Q&A segment
Independent football journalist/pundit
Episode: Is Pep Guardiola The Greatest Manager Of All Time?
Patrick Kendrick
Serie A World Feed Lead Commentator
World Feed (Serie A)
Episode: Will UEFA Strip Italy Of EURO 2032 Hosting Rights?
Bayram Asak
Guest discussing Ultras culture in Italian football
Episode: How Ultras Are Destroying Italian Football
Marcel Desailly
Former professional footballer and guest on the episode
Episode: Marcel Desailly Interview: Silencing Cruyff | Leao Critique | Bastoni - Barcelona | CR7 Win World Cup? | & More
CJ Barile
Listener questions contributor appearing in the Q&A segment
Episode: From Conte To Guardiola: The Race To Be The New Italy Manager

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 847 ratings
  • 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 Kingdom5 months ago
  • Best Italian Soccer Pod

    By far the greatest Italian soccer podcast even though there’s so many new ones popping up every day now it seems

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Interflexos
    Canada5 months ago
  • Nima’s Pio Esposito rant

    Most recent episode Nima went on a long winded defense of Pio Esposito when Carlo suggested he embellishes contact. This rant motivated me to turn off the pod and do other things. Absolutely insufferable reaction to a general observation during Inter’s win over Verona.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Bill lambirr
    United States9 months ago
  • Inzaghi knows how to use DiMarco

    Of the English language Serie A podcasts out there this is my favorite. Sometimes it can be annoying when Nima fixates on a topic and rants over Carlo, but overall quality discussion. These guys have more of a realist outlook versus one or two other podcasts that take a more fanboy type approach.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    bcballa
    United Statesa year ago

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Some listeners note bias toward certain clubs but still value the depth of analysis.
Listeners praise strong knowledge and insightful, balanced discussions.
Patron Q&A episodes are appreciated for exclusive content and engagement.

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#12
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#26
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#22
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#33
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#118
Germany/Sports/Football
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#149
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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

FIFA World Cup 2026: Are Italy Any Worse Than Flops Germany?
Q: What is your proudest moment as a journalist?
They describe moments of breaking major stories early, influencing public discourse, and building a respected independent platform without corporate backing, emphasizing the journey over individual accolades.
FIFA World Cup 2026: Are Italy Any Worse Than Flops Germany?
Q: Germany have yet another early World Cup exit to Paraguay. Can we stop pretending they are any better than Italy?
The speakers discuss that Germany's results have been objectively better than Italy's, but both nations have faced underwhelming and embarrassing performances in recent tournaments, making their trajectories more comparable than some think.
Napoli Deep Dive: From De Bruyne, Lukaku, Milinkovic-Savic To Vlahovic & Much More
Q: Where might Conte go next, and what could Napoli's plan be with Allegri and the current squad?
Credendino noted possible interest from Turkish clubs and the national team option being uncertain, while the Napoli plan would be to leverage Allegri's leadership to stabilize the squad, potentially rotating players and keeping key figures like De Bruyne engaged if the offer isn't right.
Max Allegri At Napoli: A Disaster Waiting To Happen?
Q: What are the broader implications for Italian football if Allegri takes over Napoli in terms of development and youth pathways?
The panel notes the ongoing debates about youth development, homegrown players, and the Primavera system, emphasizing that strong leadership at the federation level and club structures would be needed to sustain progress.
Max Allegri At Napoli: A Disaster Waiting To Happen?
Q: What would Napoli look like under Allegri in terms of playing style and player usage, especially with a player like De Bruyne?
Allegri would likely minimize risk, build a solid defensive frame, and grant creative freedom in the final third, potentially unlocking De Bruyne's talents if he's fit and in form.

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Frequently Asked Questions About The Italian Football Podcast

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. Sheridan W. J. Bird
2. Sheridan Bird
3. Nima Tavallaey
4. Francesco Letizia
5. CJ Barilla
6. Patrick Kendrick
7. Bayram Asak
8. Marcel Desailly

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