Scudetto

Hello Serie A fan. Pioli's on fire, and doesn't he just know it? The Rossoneri win their first Scudetto in 11 years, as Zlatan goes full WWE. Roma prepare for a European final and Salernitana complete the great escape. We'll discuss all of that, and round up the rest of the season in this episode of Scudetto.Running order:(00:00) Intros, drinks and unpleasantries (02:17) Milan win their 19th Scudetto after relentless run-in; RedBird waiting in the wings(07:24) Inter fall short in the title race, but two pieces of silverware reflect a successful first season under Inzaghi(11:29) Roma secure Europa League qualification as they prepare for the Conference League final against Feyenoord(13:58) Salernitana complete unlikely escape despite last-day mauling by Udinese(16:27) Good season / bad season – from 1st to 20th in Serie A(35:07) Keeping up with the Italians(36:44) Honourable and dishonourable mentionsFollow Scudetto on all platforms @ScudettopodTheme music by Kick Up The Fire. Listen on all streaming platforms: fanlink.to/scudetto See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Hello Serie A fan, Hollywood couldn't have scripted it better. As the relegation candidates do battle the title hopefuls head into the final stretch neck and neck. But who is the villain; Lotito, De Laurentiis or Dr Evil's Investcorp? We'll discuss all that and the rest of the action in this episode of Scudetto.Running order:(00:00) Intros, drinks and unpleasantries (02:34) Gritty Tonali dramatics keep Milan ahead in the Scudetto race as the Rossoneri prepare to welcome new overlords(09:07) Inter firing on all cylinders; is fixture congestion the only thing that can stop them from claiming the title?(15:16) Chaos in Naples following collapse away to Empoli, as Partenopei see two-goal lead overturned in final 10 minutes(18:47) Juve all but secure Champions League participation with a late winner away to Sassuolo(20:26) The relegation fight heats up as Genoa and Salernitana pick up vital points, while Venezia appear to be sinking into Serie B(23:59) Roma the last Italian team standing in Europe as they prepare to take on Leicester in the Conference League semi-final(25:32) Best of the rest(27:01) Good week / bad week(29:48) Keeping up with the Italians(30:47) Honourable and dishonourable mentionsFollow Scudetto on all platforms @ScudettopodTheme music by Kick Up The Fire. Listen on all streaming platforms: fanlink.to/scudetto See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Hello Serie A fan, Intellectually honest Allegri intellectually takes Juve out of the Champions League, but Atalanta and perennial escape artists Roma intellectually keep their European dreams alive. We'll discuss all the mid-week action and take a look at the weekend ahead as the season heads into the home straight, in this episode of ScudettoRunning order:(00:00) Intros, drinks and unpleasantries (02:16) Allegri out-Allegri-d by Emery as Juventus sent crashing out of the Champions League by Villarreal; what are Allegri's Juve?(07:15) Atalanta to fly the Tricolore for Italy in the Europa League quarter-final after overcoming Bayer Leverkusen, but more frustration domestically as they slip further behind Juve in Serie A(10:47) Milan edge to three points against Empoli to move further ahead of their city rivals in the scudetto race(13:30) Inter host Fiorentina after rescuing a late point in Turin, while the Viola are going through a patchy form of their own(17:36) Roma head into the derby against Lazio having snatched a last-minute ticket to the Europa Conference League quarter-finals; desirable and undesirable records at stake(20:54) Best of the rest(23:05) Good week / bad week(25:34) Keeping up with the Italians(26:53) Honourable and dishonourable mentionsFollow Scudetto on all platforms @ScudettopodTheme music by Kick Up The Fire. Listen on all streaming platforms: fanlink.to/scudetto See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Hello Serie A fan, The more things change, the more they stay the same. Milan tear up the form book and make a huge statement in the title race, while Inter rediscover their form and bow out of Europe with heads held high, except for Alexis Sanchez, who loses his. We'll discuss that, Jordan Pickford's birthday, and all the rest of the action in this episode of Scudetto.Running order:(00:00) Intros, drinks and unpleasantries (02:06) Inter bow out of the Champions League with heads held high, except for Alexis Sanchez, who loses his(07:40) Roma take useful 1-0 lead into the second leg against Vitesse, extending an impressive run that includes a weekend win over Atalanta(09:50) Atalanta's mixed fortunes continue, with that frustrating result in Rome, ongoing selection headaches, but encouraging performances in Europe(14:20) Milan defy the form book with victory over title rivals Napoli in the weekend's big game; more questions overuse of VAR(18:21) Verona-Napoli, Torino-Inter, and Spezia-Cagliari are the big games this weekend(21:12) Best of the rest(25:43) Good week / bad week(28:28) Keeping up with the Italians(30:16) Honourable and dishonourable mentionsFollow Scudetto on all platforms @ScudettopodTheme music by Kick Up The Fire. Listen on all streaming platforms: fanlink.to/scudetto See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Hello Serie A Fan,It's been a week in which football has understandably not been at the top of the agenda. Nonetheless, we move forward with Coppa Italia drama as Allegri revels in a 1-0 masterclass and the Milan sides slog it out. We'll discuss that, the best of last weekend's action and look forward to the weekend ahead. In this episode of Scudetto.Running order:(00:00) Intros, drinks and unpleasantries (02:16) Vlahovic faces hostile return to Florence in Coppa Italia semi-final, but Juve escape with a still-precious away goal(07:24) Milan and Inter follow up box-office title showdown with snoozefest Derby della Madonnina in Coppa Italia semi-final(10:23) Napoli prepare for Milan showdown with thrilling late winner away to Lazio; Sarri bemoans wasted chances, while Napoli emerge as in-form title contenders(15:09) Atalanta looking to avenge 4-1 Bergamo defeat to Roma this weekend; La Dea swat Sampdoria aside as Roma keep sailing close to the wind(18:53) Best of the rest(21:59) Keeping up with the Italians(23:49) Good week / bad week(27:14) Honourable and dishonourable mentionsFollow Scudetto on all platforms @ScudettopodTheme music by Kick Up The Fire. Listen on all streaming platforms: fanlink.to/scudetto See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Hello Serie A fan, As their seven ugly sisters stumble around at the ball, the purple Cinderella waltzes away with three points. But can Italiano's men humble prince Vlahovic with a shock top-four spot? We'll discuss that, Juve's missed opportunity in the Champions League, and a whole lot more, in this episode of ScudettoRunning order:(00:00) Intros, drinks and unpleasantries (02:18) Vlahovic takes the Champions League headlines, but Juventus fail to capitalise on early dominance and Rabiot escapes red in the draw to Villarreal(09:56) Mourinho's error of judgement as Roma again rely on primavera kids to dig them out of a hole against Verona(15:55) Sassuolo shock champions Inter ending 66-year record; Nerazzurri fall to a third defeat in four(19:40) Sassuolo's next opponents Fiorentina stake claim for top four with their third victory over Atalanta; Gasperini sees red(23:07) Napoli head into Lazio showdown off the back of missed opportunities in Barcelona and Cagliari; Lazio quietly putting a good run of form together(25:16) Milan escape with a point against Salernitana(27:02) Best of the rest(29:57) Keeping up with the Italians(32:11) Honourable and dishonourable mentionsFollow Scudetto on all platforms @ScudettopodTheme music by Kick Up The Fire. Listen on all streaming platforms: fanlink.to/scudetto See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Hello, Serie A fan. The title race is back on, as Milan record back-to-back wins, while the Inzaghi runaway train hits the buffers. Napoli and Inter share the spoils, but can the Nerazzurri get those engines going again to pull off a Champions League shock?We'll discuss all that, drama and theatrics in Bergamo and language lessons you just don't get on Duolingo, in this episode of Scudetto.Running Order:(00:00) Intros, drinks, and unpleasantries(01:23) Milan take the lead in the title race(10:42) Napoli and Inter share the spoils(16:08) Juventus snatch a last-minute point at Atalanta(23:26) Coppa Italia draw looks tasty(25:06) Best of the Rest(27:55) Good week/ Bad week(29:40) KUWTI: Keeping up with the Italians(31:55) Honourable and dishonourable mentionsFollow Scudetto on all platforms @ScudettopodTheme music by Kick Up The Fire. Listen on all streaming platforms: fanlink.to/scudetto See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Hello Serie A fan,Just like Juan Musso, we're back with a bang, as the transfer window closes and Serie A prepares for the Derby della Madonnina. Gosens to Inter, Boga to Atalanta (finally) and Vlahovic to Juve, but do all roads lead away from Rome for Zaniolo?We'll discuss all of that and the rest of the action, in this episode of Scudetto.Running order:(00:00) Intros, drinks and unpleasantries (02:55) Derby della Madonnina preview; Gosens' Inter high on confidence after last-minute winner; Milan looking to put Spezia and Juve disappointment behind them(09:17) Gosens trades in the blue and black of Atalanta for the blue and black of Inter; but is Boga the answer to Atalanta's Papu-shaped hole?(13:04) Vlahovic swaps the Tuscan hills to join Allegri's Juve revolution; will Zaniolo be the next big name to follow suit(16:53) Best of the rest(19:52) Good week / bad week(20:58) Keeping up with the Italians(23:54) Honourable and dishonourable mentionsFollow Scudetto on all platforms @ScudettopodTheme music by Kick Up The Fire. Listen on all streaming platforms: fanlink.to/scudetto See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Hello Serie A fan,Two weeks into 2022 and we've seen miracle comebacks, last-minute heartbreak, off-field brawls and injury crises... and that's just at Juventus. Inter are rescued by a caged lion as they claim the first silverware of the year, while Insigne prepares to bid farewell to Napoli for the sunny climes of {checks notes} Toronto. We discuss all that and more, in this episode of Scudetto!Running order:(00:00) Intros, drinks and unpleasantries (03:23) Caged lion delivers Inter Suppercoppa win with last-minute winner against dogged Juve(09:44) Roma collapse to hand Juventus boost in Champions League quest(11:41) Chiesa tears ACL in a major blow for player, club and country(13:11) Atalanta host Inter in a match that will have huge repercussions on races for the title and European places(16:43) Insigne trades Campania for Canada as he agrees to summer Toronto switch(19:15) Good week / bad week(21:49) Best of the rest(29:23) Keeping up with the Italians(31:06) Honourable and dishonourable mentionsFollow Scudetto on all platforms @ScudettopodTheme music by Kick Up The Fire. Listen on all streaming platforms: fanlink.to/scudetto See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Merry Christmas Serie A fan,It's time for our annual Christmas special where we catch up on all the action from the last week. A victorious end of the year for inter, and for Max who benefits from the Scudetto curse (in reverse). But a disappointing finish for Milan, Napoli and Atalanta, who can't get onto the panettone soon enough. We discuss all this plus kudos to Fiorentina, solidarity with Catania and all manner of other festivities and cheer... on this episode of Scudetto!Running Order:(00:00) Intros, drinks, and unpleasantries(03:15) Inter confirmed as winter champions, praise for Inzaghi(06:21) Juventus are somehow back in the Champions League reckoning (11:15) Milan end the year with a victory but a break couldn't come soon enough15:34 After being dubbed contenders, Atalanta endure week from hell20:12 Fiorentina continue to impress under Vinny Italian23:32 the Salernitana show in full swing26:12 Best of the Rest(27:59) Good week/ Bad week(33.03) KUWTI: Keeping up with the Italians(35:00) Honourable and dishonourable mentionsFollow Scudetto on all platforms @ScudettopodTheme music by Kick Up The Fire. Listen on all streaming platforms: fanlink.to/scudetto See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Hello SerieA fan,The Scudetto curse strikes again as the Italian teams fall short in Europe, and UEFA add to their pain by turning up the difficulty in the draw. It's not all doom and gloom though, at least not for inter who take a last-lap lead in the race for winter champions, nor for an impressive Empoli who upset Napoli. But there's only one victorious max this weekend and it's not Allegri. All that plus updates from elsewhere.. on this episode of Scudetto!Running Order:(00:00) Intros, drinks, and unpleasantries(03:09) Inter and Juve star in Champions League draw that was, then wasn't, then was again; Atalanta, Lazio and Napoli learn Europa League fate(06:56) Inter take a last-lap lead in the race for winter champions(09:05) Napoli's fall from grace continues with a home defeat to Empoli, but visitors continue to impress(14:18) Zlatan magic rescues point for Milan against resolute Udinese, following disappointment in Europe(17:11) Atalanta overcome Verona challenge to assert scudetto credentials, Juventus stutter to solitary point against improving Venezia(21:20) Best of the Rest(22:55) Good week/ Bad week(26:02) KUWTI: Keeping up with the Italians(28:24) Honourable and dishonourable mentionFollow Scudetto on all platforms @ScudettopodTheme music by Kick Up The Fire. Listen on all streaming platforms: fanlink.to/scudetto See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Hello Serie A fan,it's all change at the top as a double game week sees Napoli fall away and Milan back in the first carriage but with inter and Atalanta close behind them. We assess the state of the title race and mentally prepare for the European ties with both Milan and Atalanta potentially facing decisive playoffs.all that plus technical difficulties, a president arrested, ghost goals and more on this episode of... ScudettoRunning Order:(00:00) Intros, drinks, and unpleasantries(05:00) Atalanta take the victory in an epic 3-2 win in Naples (08:58) Atalanta host Villareal preview(11:15) Milan need to beat Liverpool to maintain some hope of CL qualification (15:55) Inter on the rise and playing great football, Roma in shambles(19:52) Best of the Rest:Tragedy narrowly avoided at Euro 2020 finalMiccoli goes to jailFerrero out at SampdoriaEmpoli beat Udinese(23:05) Good week/ Bad week(26:19) Upcoming fixtures pick(26:57) KUWTI: Keeping up with the Italians(27:44) Honourable and dishonourable mentionsFollow Scudetto on all platforms @ScudettopodTheme music by Kick Up The Fire. Listen on all streaming platforms: fanlink.to/scudetto See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Hello Serie A fan,It's been a busy week in Italian football. Napoli go clear at the top, Atalanta break the Turin curse and Milan get Sassuoloed, not to mention the World Cup qualifier playoff draw and the feds at Juventus. So naturally, there's no time for nonsense and definitely no time for long digressions about Maradona kits and Harry Redknapp, but we get round to it all the same. Plus beers, honourable mentions andThe easiest bad week award ever... On this episode of Scudetto!Running Order:(00:00) Intros, drinks, and unpleasantries(03:34) Azzurri's nightmare World Cup playoff draw (05:14) Napoli swat Lazio aside in a fitting tribute to Diego(14:03) Milan fall to second consecutive defeat to Sassuolo after Champions League heroics(18:11) Atalanta break the curse of Juventus away; Juve investigated over transfer irregularities (26:43) Inter progress in Champions League for the first time in 10 years and pull to within one point of Milan(32:05) Good week/ Bad week(33:04) KUWTI: Keeping up with the Italians(34:40) Honourable and dishonourable mentionsFollow Scudetto on all platforms @ScudettopodTheme music by Kick Up The Fire. Listen on all streaming platforms: fanlink.to/scudetto See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Hello Serie A fan, after a bruising international break, the scudetto crew is back and to add insult to injury both Milan and Napoli have lost their unbeaten status ruining both Boaz's weekend and Serie A's bragging rights in one fell swoop.We get into all of that and look ahead to the champions league plus children's parties, underqualified doctors and the podcast's kiss of death on this episode of Scudetto.Running Order:(00:00) Intros, drinks, and unpleasantries(03:50) Milan's unbeaten streak comes to a screeching end in Florence(08:48) Inter and Napoli play out the game of the season(13:10) Juventus continue their return to form with a turgid victory away to Lazio(15:46) Champions League fixtures, aka the Scudetto kiss of death(19:30) reflections on Italy's "disastrous" World Cup qualification campaign(26:35) Good week/ Bad week(28:40) Best of the rest(30:40) KUWTI: Keeping up with the Italians(32:18) Honourable and dishonourable mentionsFollow Scudetto on all platforms @ScudettopodTheme music by Kick Up The Fire. Listen on all streaming platforms: fanlink.to/scudetto] See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Hello Serie A fan, with another international break upon us we take the time to reflect on the demolition derby and the state of the title race, before moving on to discuss the crunch game in group C. Italy welcome Switzerland to Rome and we welcome Mourinho to accept our award, then Boaz keeps us up with the ItaliansAnd we give the customary honourable... on this episode of ScudettoRunning Order:(00:00) Intros, drinks, and unpleasantries(02:55) Derby reflections, Çalhanoğlu does make an impact(09:22) Verona hold Napoli to draw(10:02) Juve snatch victory in Florence, Mou's meltdown continues(10:50) Italy - Switzerland, like a world cup playoff.(15:15) Best of the Rest(16:37) Good week/ Bad week(18:02) KUWTI: Keeping up with the Italians(19:06) Honourable and dishonourable mentionsFollow Scudetto on all platforms @ScudettopodTheme music by Kick Up The Fire. Listen on all streaming platforms: fanlink.to/scudetto See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

hello, Serie A fan!The scudetto squad is back at full strength -if not full sobriety- as we gear up for the demolition derby. Can Milan keep the league form rollingor will inter blow them up? we give you our thoughts and predictions, plus our reactions to one of our faves joining up with one of our own in North London. Along with all the usual accompaniments and an unusual amount of beer... on this episode of Scudetto(00:00) Intros, drinks, and unpleasantries(04:09) Derby della Madonnina preview; mixed fortunes for Milanese sides in the Champions League(15:07) Juve's Serie A horror show and Champions League wonder show; Dybala back to his best; Fiorentina test next(21:35) More disappointment for Atalanta against Manchester United, but injury crisis starts clearing(28:12) Conte to Spurs; the pod reacts(37:47) Best of the rest(40:17) Keeping up with the Italians (KUWTI): Our weekly roundup of Italian football personalities' antics around the globe (41:36) Honourable and dishonourable mentions See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Hello Serie A fan. Our favourite maverick is at it again; Spalletti riles up the ultras, sarcastically applauds his way to a red card, and ultimately keeps Napoli at the top of the table. But Milan draw level on points as they face a showdown in the capital against Mou's Roma. We speak about that and all the rest of this week's action in this episode of Scudetto.Running Order:(00:00) Intros, drinks, and unpleasantries(02:13) Napoli maintain impressive run, despite dropped points in Rome; Salernitana next up; African Cup of Nations main hurdle to title aspirations?(12:59) More refereeing controversy as Derby d'Italia ends in a tie; Juve follow up with home defeat to Sassuolo before facing rejuvenated Verona; Inter turn the screw on Empoli(22:33) Milan lacking conviction but keep winning run going; Juric's Torino turnaround; Roma-Milan preview(30:01) Atalanta-Lazio preview; Lazio grind Fiorentina down after Verona capitulation; Atalanta bounce back from Udinese disappointment with away win against Sampdoria(34:29) Best of the rest(37:42) Good week Sassuolo / bad week Cagliari(40:27) Keeping up with the Italians (KUWTI): Our weekly roundup of Italian football personalities' antics around the globe (41:30) Honourable and dishonourable mentionsFollow Scudetto on all platforms @ScudettopodTheme music by Kick Up The Fire. Listen on all streaming platforms: fanlink.to/scudetto See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Hello Serie A fan, and strap in Roma fans. The honeymoon is over and the Mourinho rollercoaster is just getting started. In other unprecedented news, Juve thrill neutrals with a fourth 1-0 win in a row as they prepare to face Inter in the derby d'Italia. We'll discuss that, Milan and Atalanta's European woes and lots more, in this episode of Scudetto.Running Order:(00:00) Intros, drinks, and unpleasantries(03:08) Roma's European disaster follows hard luck against Juve; Mourinho throws his warriors under the bus; Next up the unstoppable Napol(11:53) Inter-Juventus preview; San Siro sells out; Juve look to make it five 1-0s in a row; Inter look to build on Sheriff and put Lazio disappointment behind them(21:14) Milan's two faces; Champions League progress out of reach, but a lion at home; Bologna up next(24:15) Heartbreak for Atalanta in Manchester; Injury-struck side patches itself together for Udinese challenge(31:10) Keeping up with the Italians (KUWTI): Our weekly roundup of Italian football personalities' antics around the globe (28:41) Best of the rest(33:25) Good week Napoli / bad week Roma(35:27) Honourable and dishonourable mentionsFollow Scudetto on all platforms @ScudettopodTheme music by Kick Up The Fire. Listen on all streaming platforms: fanlink.to/scudetto See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Hello Serie A Fan, with Kenny away on International duty and Oscar undertaking a ritiro, much like Italy, you are stuck with a new captain for this one. Join us as we discuss the Azzurri's good win on Sunday, some tasty upcoming league fixtures as well as diving into Milan's implausible and continued injury woes.Running Order:(00:00) Intros, drinks, and unpleasantries(02:20) Italy Vs Belgium reactions(05:15) Obligatory Donnarumma mention(07:40) Upcoming Serie A fixture talk(13:56) Milan's continued injury crisis(17:26) Best of the Rest(19:24) Honourable and dishonourable mentionsFollow Scudetto on all platforms @ScudettopodTheme music by Kick Up The Fire. Listen on all streaming platforms: fanlink.to/scudetto See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Hello Serie A fan, after the bitter disappointment of their Nations League exit Italy will have to analyse and rebuild, with only a European title for consolation. We chat about the performance of the players, manager and crucially fans as Donnarumma receives a warm welcome back to San Siro. All that plus delayed reaction to the scudetto derby, keeping up with the Italians and a tiny pianistRunning Order:(00:00) Intros, drinks, and unpleasantries(03:03) Spain end Italy's unbeaten run(08:18) Donnarumma booed justifiably/unjustifiably?(14:10) Italy return to WC qualifiers against Switzerland(16:20) Atalanta vs. Milan reaction(22:26) Another impressive Napoli display(25:26) Koulibaly racism row(28:34) Vlahović will not renew Fiorentina contract(30:00) San Siro rebuilding project moves closer(33:17) Best of the Rest(34:36) KUWTI: Keeping up with the Italians(37:23) Honourable and dishonourable mentionsFollow Scudetto on all platforms @ScudettopodTheme music by Kick Up The Fire. Listen on all streaming platforms: fanlink.to/scudetto See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Hello Serie A fan, is it better to be a lion in the league and a kitten in the cup? Or would you sacrifice the Scudetto for some European glory? We tackle these big questions with the help of a very special guest. But don't worry, there's still plenty of time to discuss the important things as well. Sarri's eagle. Punching a ref in the face. And the €10,000 crotch grabSpecial Guest: Elaine (@MilanObsession)Running Order:(00:00) Intros, drinks, and unpleasantries(03:04) Rome Derby reactions(07:22) Inter stumble vs Atalanta and Shakhtar(12:43) Juventus beat Chelsea to top group(16:06) Milan frustrated in Champions League(26:05) Italy vs Spain preview(28:25) Best of the Rest(29:40) Good week/ Bad week(33:04) KUWTI: Keeping up with the Italians(35:44) Honourable and dishonourable mentionsFollow Scudetto on all platforms @ScudettopodTheme music by Kick Up The Fire. Listen on all streaming platforms: fanlink.to/scudetto See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Hello, Serie A fan, double the action this week, and for Napoli, double the goals as Spaletti's men hit eight. We discuss their credentials and compare them to an upgraded Milan, a resilient inter, and even Atalanta make it into our considerations after a slow start leaves them in 5th. After all, it's not as if they start the season trying to win the Scudetto.All this plus tributes to all manner of honourable behaviour and a moronic double bookingRunning Order:(00:00) Intros, drinks, and unpleasantries(04:14) Napoli maintain a 100% record(06:09) Milan maintain their title challenge(08:58) Sandro Tonali's renaissance(12:32) The Brahim Diaz upgrade(15:08) Atalanta start to click into gear(20:26) Inter show their credentials(24:25) Mourinho saying all the right things(26:53) Best of the Rest(29:33) Good week/ Bad week(32:15) KUWTI: Keeping up with the Italians(34:28) Honourable and dishonourable mentionsFollow Scudetto on all platforms @ScudettopodTheme music by Kick Up The Fire. Listen on all streaming platforms: fanlink.to/scudetto See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Hello brothers and sisters of the world, we are distant by distance but united by beer and football. So join us for a catch up on all of the week's Serie A drama, a round-up of the European action, our thoughts ahead of Juve- Milan and another send-up of Inter's marketing team.plus all your usual honourable and dishonourable mentions, good week/ bad week and a predictions league updateRunning Order:(00:00) Intros, drinks, and unpleasantries(04:54) Mixed results for Italian teams in Europe(15:12) have we underestimated Napoli and Roma as title contenders?(20:23) Juve vs Milan preview and predictions(27:36) Best of the Rest(29:48) Good week/ Bad week(33:00) KUWTI: Keeping up with the Italians(34:18) Honourable and dishonourable mentionsFollow Scudetto on all platforms @ScudettopodTheme music by Kick Up The Fire. Listen on all streaming platforms: fanlink.to/scudetto See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Hello, Serie A fan, The Azzurri are back in form after a disappointing start to the round, but do stand out performances from Kean and Raspadori signal the changing of the guard? We chat about that, plus look ahead to the weekend games as well as bringing you a special interview from Venezia fan Marco Rinaldi.Running Order:(00:00) Intros, drinks, and unpleasantries(04:42) Italy return to winning ways with a resounding win against Lithuania(09:48) interview with Venezia supporter Marco Rinaldi(21:20) Atalanta vs Fiorentina preview(24:34) Milan vs Lazio preview(27:03) Napoli Vs Juventus preview(30:04) Best of the rest: Diawara, Amrabat and Maleh safe following Guinean coup d'état(30:27) KUWTI: Keeping up with the Italians(32:38) Honourable and dishonourable mentionsFollow Scudetto on all platforms @ScudettopodTheme music by Kick Up The Fire. Listen on all streaming platforms: fanlink.to/scudetto See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

It is a dark time for the Old Lady.Although the Max has been restored,Empoli troops have driven his forces into Azzurri exileand the CR7 dream has been destroyedElsewhere young Vinny Italian has established a secret base in the Florentine hills. We'll speak about that too, plus all the usual nonsense and answer your questions…Running Order:(00:00) Intros, drinks, and unpleasantries(03:32) Italy equal Spain's undefeated record, albeit in unspectacular fashion(06:06) Crisis at Cristiano-less Juventus, full credit to Empoli(12:17) Inter continue impressive start to the season(14:38) Fiorentina show early spark under Italiano(20:18) Roma, Lazio and Milan register convincing high-scoring wins(22:24)Good Week: EmpoliBad week: Torino(26:09) Best of the rest(29:58) #ASKSCUDETTO(41:22) Honourable and dishonourable mentionsFollow Scudetto on all platforms @ScudettopodTheme music by Kick Up The Fire. Listen on all streaming platforms: fanlink.to/scudetto See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Hello, Serie A fan. The league starts with a bang as the Italian top-flight records 3.6 goals per game in the opening weekend. Still, it's the men between the sticks that caught our attention. Musso, Szczesny, and Dragowski represent the good, the bad and the reckless, while Maignan takes his shot at fulfilling the biggest gloves of all. All that plus the usual nonsense and a first look at the champions league draw, On this episode of Scudetto!Running Order:(00:00) Intros, drinks, and unpleasantries(04:24) Great to have Serie A back with a bang(09:17) goalkeepers at the heart of the action in the first week(14:58) Tammy Abraham has a debut to remember as Mou's Roma impress(16:32) Uefa Champions League draw reactions(22:07) best of the rest(24:32) KUWTI: Keeping Up With the Italians(25:54) Good week/ Bad week(27:22)) Honourable and dishonourable mentionsFollow Scudetto on all platforms Scudettopod.comTheme music by Kick Up The Fire. Listen on all streaming platforms: fanlink.to/scudetto See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Hello, Serie A fan. Sports packages have been purchased, the beers are in the cooler, and the Scudetto crew are back to hype up the competition. But after the highs of Italy's euro win, has the departure of the leagues biggest stars taken the shine off the season? We answer that question and preview the clash of the new gaffers.Running Order:(00:00) Intros, drinks, and unpleasantries(04:00) Serie A loses stars but not sparkle(09:10) hopes and fears for the new year(16:50) Roma Fiorentina preview - clash of the new managers(20:43) Would you rather play for Mourinho or Sarri?(22:15) European Champion Best of the Rest(24:14) KUWTI: Keeping Up With The Italians(26:30) Honourable and dishonourable mentionsFollow Scudetto on all platforms Scudettopod.comTheme music by Kick Up The Fire. Listen on all streaming platforms: fanlink.to/scudetto See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Hello Azzurri fan, The greatest Italian performance in a decade was followed by a pretty good run in the football to complete the ultimate Euros double. Måneskin brought Eurovision home while Mancini brought football... Rome. We relive the final, and Oscar does his best to sound happy about it. On this final episode of the Scudetto season. All this and the customary #civilisedbeer selection and our regular honourable & dishonourable mentions... plus the inevitable return of #AskScudettoRunning Order:(00:00) Intros, drinks, and unpleasantries(05:34) Italy vs England reactions(25:43) Best of the rest:Chievo and Novara may be declared bankruptMusa Barrow has Covid-19Rodrigo De Paul formalises move to Atletico MadridFelipe Anderson back at LazioJoão Mário signs for BenficaAC Milan sign GiroudFixture list announcedItaly vs Argentina friendly in Naples in the works(27:37) #ASKSCUDETTO(45:08) Honourable and dishonourable mentionsFollow Scudetto on all platforms Scudettopod.comTheme music by Kick Up The Fire. Listen on all streaming platforms: fanlink.to/scudetto See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Hello Azzuri fan. The squad is too nervous to make any childish innuendos in this episode. It's the final of Euro 2020 and Italy are in it to win it. With Spain somehow despatched, it's back to Wembley to face England. The squad discuss whether football's home will in fact mean Rome,All this plus the customary #civilisedbeer selection and our regular honourable & dishonourable mentions.Running Order:(00:00) Intros, drinks and unpleasantries(02:33) Italy vs Spain reactions; watching through our fingers and from behind the sofa as big-game player Chiesa rises to the occasion.(11:53) England scouting report (it's coming home)(20:41) The (rest of the) squad's views on the upcoming England match (it's coming to Rome)(28:34) Lazio's Sarri breaks silence on Juve(31:08) Serie A update, featuring the latest on Salernitana, Giroud, Covid stadium restrictions and new manager presentations.(34:28) Honourable and dishonourable mentionsFollow Scudetto on all platforms Scudettopod.comTheme music by Kick Up The Fire. Listen on all streaming platforms: fanlink.to/scudetto See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Hello Azzuri fan, getting a semi was beyond our expectations, but we persevered and surprised even ourselves; now we're just minutes away from the climax. We've gotten intimate with this Azzuri side, and only 11 Spanish men stand in the way of a hot encounter with destiny and maybe... our ultimate fantasy.All this plus the customary #civilisedbeer selection and our regular honourable & dishonourable mentions.Running Order:(00:00) Intros, drinks and unpleasantries(05:26) Belgium vs Italy reactions, the best match of the tournament?(23:50) Spain scouting report(29:57) The squad's views on the upcoming Spain match(37:28) Serie A update:Musso moves from Udinese to AtalantaAsymmetric Serie A calendar for the first timeMourinho presented like an emperorHakimi chuffed to bits as he jets off to sign for PSGMilan reach an agreement with Brescia over Sandro Tonali permanent transfer. Player reportedly agrees to pay cutItaly full-back Giovanni Di Lorenzo extends with NapoliFormer Parma man D'aversa announced as new Sampdoria managerPau Lopez has Marseille medicalNewly promoted Adana Demirspor rumoured to be signing BalotelliRoma announce that Cengiz Under moves on loan to Olympique Marseille(40:10) Honourable and dishonourable mentionsFollow Scudetto on all platforms Scudettopod.comTheme music by Kick Up The Fire. Listen on all streaming platforms: fanlink.to/scudetto See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Hello and welcome to another Scudetto euro special. Italy leave it late against Austria but take a valuable lesson in suffering in the process. We swap notes on Freddy Church and controlling the ball with your face before handing it over to our Belgian equivalents for a scouting report.All this plus the customary #civilisedbeer selection and our regular honourable & dishonourable mentions.Running Order:(00:00) Intros, drinks and unpleasantries(03:42) Reaction to Italy vs Austria, Azzurri need extra time(15:07) Belgium scouting report(22:20) The squad's views on the upcoming Belgium match(30:39) Italy involved in another taking the knee controversy(35:13) Serie A update:Vincenzo Italiano to Fiorentina confirmedBarca and PSG interested in SpinazzolaMario Rui reportedly moving to GalatasarayClaudio Lotito has until Saturday to sell SalernitanaEmpoli beat Atalanta 5-3 in the Primavera finalInter crowdfund effort to own stake in the clubRui Patricio to Roma?(37:24) Honourable and dishonourable mentionsFollow Scudetto on all platforms Scudettopod.comTheme music by Kick Up The Fire. Listen on all streaming platforms: fanlink.to/scudetto See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Hello, Azzurri fan. With the dragon slain, San Giorgio prepares for further adventures. In his path stand lions, cockerels and even devils, but his first challenger is the Austrian eagle. We soothsayers at Scudetto relive the past battles of Giorgio and his men and imagine those that lie ahead.All this plus the customary #civilisedbeer selection and our regular honourable & dishonourable mentions.Running Order:(00:00) Intros, drinks and unpleasantries(03:15) Reaction to Italy vs Wales, red card and cruise control(07:18) Austria scouting report(17:05) Italy look to make history against Austria, an unwelcome Wembley trip (22:13) Serie A update:Çalhanoğlu defects from Milan to InterRoma's Friedkins seek investment partners(27:55) Honourable and dishonourable mentionsFollow Scudetto on all platforms Scudettopod.comTheme music by Kick Up The Fire. Listen on all streaming platforms: fanlink.to/scudetto See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Hello, Azzurri fan. Italy exceed the world's expectations, but not ours, as the swiss fail to deliver the efficiency we were promised. We heap praise on Locatelli and speculate about just how far Italy could go. all that plus a Wales scouting report from an English spy and some chat about Gattuso that is already out of date.All this plus the customary #civilisedbeer selection and our regular honourable & dishonourable mentions.Running Order:(00:00) Intros, drinks and unpleasantries(07:07) Reaction to Italy vs Switzerland, the world wakes up to Italy and Locatelli(13:31) Wales scouting report(16:46) Italy to rotate in the final group game?(21:10) Transfer update:Buffon to ParmaTomori to MilanDionisi leaves Empoli for SassuoloRodrigo De Paul to Atleti(21:39) Gattuso and Fiorentina divorce after 3 weeks, Spurs next for the manager?(25:31) Honourable and dishonourable mentionsFollow Scudetto on all platforms Scudettopod.comTheme music by Kick Up The Fire. Listen on all streaming platforms: fanlink.to/scudetto See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Hello... Azzurri fan. Europe gulps down a triple espresso and wakes up to the Italian challenge while Group A rivals Switzerland draw with Wales. We bring you insight into Switzerland and add our voices as the world of football sends their best wishes to Inter's Christian Eriksen after the shocking scenes in Copenhagen. All this In our first, of hopefully many, Euro Specials!(00:00) Intros, drinks and unpleasantries(05:39) Italy in convincing victory vs Turkey (10:48) Scouting report from Swiss football expert Marija Josifović(17:27) Predictions for Italy vs Switzerland(20:20) The managerial merry-go-round(22:19) Rumoured player moves and the rarest of doubles(24:38) Honourable and dishonourable mentionsFollow Scudetto on all platforms Scudettopod.comTheme music by Kick Up The Fire. Listen on all streaming platforms: fanlink.to/scudetto See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

After a well-earned two-week break, the Scudetto squad is back with the first instalment in our Euro 2020 special series. The squad kicks off the festival of football with a brief taster episode, giving you insight into the opposition ahead of Friday's big kick-off between the Azzurri and Turkey in Rome, courtesy of TurkishSoccer.com's Ahmet Bob Turgut. Scudetto will be keeping up with the Italians throughout the tournament, sharing a few beers and swapping notes on the most honourable and dishonourable behaviour from the Italian contingent.Running Order: (00:00) Intros and pleasantries(01:03) Turkey scouting report, brought to you by @turkishsoccerFollow Scudetto on all platforms Scudettopod.comTheme music by Kick Up The Fire. Listen on all streaming platforms: fanlink.to/scudetto See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Hello, Serie A fan! The season is over, and it's party time as we crack out the beers and reflect on the final day action, not to mention the off-pitch action that's just getting started as 8 out of the top 10 clubs sack the gaffer. We'll give you our take on all of that and theorise about the national squad composition. All this before the main event, The Scudetto Awards and Dis/Honourable League TableBoaz, Kenny and Oscar discuss Allegri and Inzaghi incoming at Juve and Inter, Milan's crucial victory in Bergamo and Roberto Mancini's provisional Italy squad. All this plus the customary #civilisedbeer selection and the inevitable return of #ASKSCUDETTO. Running Order: (00:00) Intros, drinks and unpleasantries(04:16) The final day of the season recap: Milan win in Bergamo(09:58) Juve achieve Champions League qualification, but Pirlo gets swiftly replaced with Allegri (14:13) Conte and Inter (un)surprisingly announce contract resolution. (15:32) What next for the champions? Is Simone Inzaghi the right man for the job?(19:39) Roberto Mancini's provisional squad selection opinions(24:45) A bitter end to the Donnarumma and Milan love affair(32:20) The Inaugural end of season Scudetto Awards:Gagliardini Challenge is no moreLivin' La Vidal LocaCalcio's Worst DressedBest Managerial AccessoryBiggest PR FailBest Beef(47:50) The inevitable return of #ASKSCUDETTO(53:24) Dis/Honourable League TableFollow Scudetto on all platforms Scudettopod.comTheme music by Kick Up The Fire. Listen on all streaming platforms: fanlink.to/scudetto See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Hello Serie A fan; the end is nigh as we head into the final weekend.. but there's still glory to be won, plus those two champions league spots for Milan, Juve and Napoli to scrap over. We talk about who's up for it and who's up to it, plus more items on the list of things not to do and a curious tattoo.Kenny, Oscar and Boaz pay tribute to Gigi Buffon, pour scorn on Benevento and senseless bust-ups. All this plus the customary #civilisedbeer selection, Good Week/Bad Week and our weekly honourable & dishonourable mentions.Running order:(00:00) Intros, drinks and unpleasantries(04:19) Reactions to the Coppa Italia final(07:21) The obligatory Gigi Buffon tribute(09:38) Atalanta and Milan season decider(19:16) Best of the rest:Napoli march on to Champions League contentionFonseca wins in his final derby Mancini's contract is extendedZlatan is out of Euro 2020(26:17) Good week: Juventus/ Bad week: Benevento(26:46) Honourable and dishonourable mentionsFollow Scudetto on all platforms Scudettopod.comTheme music by Kick Up The Fire. Listen on all streaming platforms: fanlink.to/scudetto See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

It's goals galore this week as we summarise two action-packed rounds of games and continue our top 4 speculation. Then at the other end of the table, we rate Benevento's survival hopes and preview the other relegation run-ins. All that plus a last-minute entry into the Gagliardini challenge and Atalanta's Texan tuxedos.Oscar, Boaz and Kenny discuss Inter's extended title celebration, Napoli's goal glut, and rapid hattricks and sending offs. All this plus the customary #civilisedbeer selection, Good Week/Bad Week and our weekly honourable & dishonourable mentions.Running order: (00:00) Intros, drinks and unpleasantries(04:00) Milan find their form and top 4 ramifications(10:07) Gattuso's high scoring Napoli(13:16) The fight to escape relegation(17:51) Inter closing out the season like champions(22:11) Gagliardini Challenge update (25:02) best of the rest: Rome derby incoming, Salernitana go up (26:17) Good week: Milan/ Bad week: Juventus(27:58) Honourable and dishonourable mentionsFollow Scudetto on all platforms Scudettopod.com Theme music by Kick Up The Fire. Listen on all streaming platforms: fanlink.to/scudetto See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Hello Seria A fan, we have a winner as Conte's Inter are crowned with four games to play. However, there are still prizes to go around with three teams sitting on 69; it's anyone's guess who will be left out. In other news, Rome has a new emperor (clothing status TBD), Parma go down, Empoli come up. Kenny, Oscar and Boaz discuss the upcoming Juventus vs Milan showdown, changes to the Coppa Italia and liver damage. All this plus the customary #civilisedbeer selection, Good Week/Bad Week and our weekly honourable & dishonourable mentions... and the monthly return of #ASKSCUDETTO(00:00) Intros, drinks and unpleasantries(05:52) Inter are crowned Italian Champions(10:44) Interview with Inter season ticket holder(20:59) Roma announce the appointment of Jose Mourinho(31:18) Juventus vs Milan preview and Donnarumma fan drama(39:00) Proposed changes to the Coppa Italia(45:35) Best of the rest: Parma officially relegated, Lazio - Genoa goal-fest, Empoli back in Serie A(47:24) Davide Astori case closed with a guilty verdict (48:56) Good week: Inter/ Bad week: Parma(51:06) #ASKSCUDETTO(01:02:53) Honourable and dishonourable mentionsFollow Scudetto on all platforms Scudettopod.comTheme music by Kick Up The Fire. Listen on all streaming platforms: fanlink.to/scudetto See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Roma's Europa League ends in huge disappointment; a heavy 6-2 defeat to Manchester United likely marks the end of the club's European campaign and must signal the end of Fonseca's adventure at the helm. Meanwhile, speculation about Andrea Pirlo's future at Juventus intensifies with a shock return by Massimilano Allegri rumoured to be on the cards. Elsewhere Lazio and Milan showcase their contrasting form in a match that was always only going to end in one way. Kenny, Oscar and Boaz discuss the upcoming Hipster Derby, ineffective interpreters and improbable Serie A playoffs. Oh, and Inter could win the title this weekend. All this plus the customary #civilisedbeer selection, Good Week/Bad Week and our weekly honourable & dishonourable mentions.Running order:(00:00) Intros, drinks and unpleasantries(05:40) Roma Europa League disaster (16:20) Pirlo Out, Allegri In rumours intensify(22:11) Suarez Italian test update(24:56) Lazio continue in fine form(29:39) Milan fall out of the CL spots, Benevento incoming(32:48) Sassuolo - Atalanta, the Hipster derby(36:23) Good week: Napoli/ Bad week: Roma(38:40) Serie A playoffs reaction(42:15) Honourable and dishonourable mentionsFollow Scudetto on all platforms Scudettopod.comTheme music by Kick Up The Fire. Listen on all streaming platforms: fanlink.to/scudetto See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

The European Super League crashes and burns, along with the reputations of the 12 clubs involved. In Italy the reaction was predictably fiery, with a backlash against Juventus chairman Andrea Agnelli in particular. Elsewhere non-Super League worthy Atalanta drew to non-Super League worthy Roma in a match they dominated, and non-Super League worthy Napoli also advanced their cause with an entertaining and high scoring victory against non-Super League worthy Lazio. Oscar, Boaz and Kenny discuss what constitutes a half-volley, yachting attire and take an unpopular stance on thievery. All this plus the customary #civilisedbeer selection, Good Week/Bad Week and our weekly honourable & dishonourable mentions.Running order: (00:00) Intros, drinks and unpleasantries(04:42) European Super League: the Italian angle(14:50) Atalanta drop two points in draw with Roma(17:30) Roma continue to be incredibly inconsistent(21:44) Napoli 5 Lazio 2, fireworks on display(23:50) Milan continue to stutter(29:25) Lazio vs Milan and Torino vs Napoli incoming(31:07) Good week: Sassuolo / Bad week: Parma(35:08) Honourable and dishonourable mentionsFollow Scudetto on all platforms Scudettopod.comTheme music by Kick Up The Fire. Listen on all streaming platforms: fanlink.to/scudetto See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Following a tumultuous few weeks for Paulo Fonseca, Roma qualify for the semi-final of the Europa League with a 1-1 home draw with Ajax. Atalanta threw away a 2 goal lead but eventually managed to beat Fiorentina 3-2 thanks to an Ilicic penalty. Elsewhere, their next opponents, Juventus, got the job done against Genoa, setting up a tasty match this weekend.Boaz, Kenny and Oscar discuss the upcoming Napoli vs Inter fixture, fans in attendance at Euro 2020 and Lazio's socks. All this plus the customary #civilisedbeer selection, Good Week/Bad Week and our weekly honourable & dishonourable mentions.Running Order: (00:00) Intros, drinks and unpleasantries(04:43) Roma march on in the Europa League(09:25) Risk-taking Atalanta pip Fiorentina in enjoyable victory(12:07) Juventus get the job done against Genoa(15:36) Atalanta - Juventus match preview(20:00) Napoli shine against Samp and prepare to host Inter(21:19) Inter continue to grind out wins with victory against Cagliari(25:06) Italian government and FIGC confirm fan attendance for Euro 2020(28:04) DAZN deal leads to assorted chaos(31:30) Best of the rest: great point for Torino, Spezia comeback in final 3 mins, Zlatan makes headlines(37:30) Good week: Torino / bad week: Crotone(39:12) Honourable and dishonourable mentionsFollow Scudetto on all platforms Scudettopod.comTheme music by Kick Up The Fire. Listen on all streaming platforms: fanlink.to/scudetto See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Pirlo's Juventus experience yet another mixed week with a poor performance in the Derby Della Mole followed by a convincing win against Napoli in that long-postponed match. Elsewhere, Inter secure victory in their game in hand and can be considered well and truly on the run, but Milan continue to stutter at home.Kenny, Oscar, and Boaz react to Roma's win in Amsterdam, discuss Atalanta's chances for the 2nd spot, and finally answer a tricky question from 6 weeks ago. All this plus the customary #civilisedbeer selection, Good Week/Bad Week and our weekly honourable & dishonourable mentions.Running Order: (00:00) Intros, drinks and unpleasantries(04:30) Has Pirlo progressed as a manager?(09:58) The race for 2nd place: Inter unstoppable(13:02) Milan's stuttering home form continues(17:15) Reactions to Roma's win in Amsterdam(21:48) (Finally!) naming our Serie A Unique 11(25:26) Good week: Atalanta / bad week: Cagliari(27:46) Azzurri Covid repercussions from International break(30:39) Honourable and dishonourable mentionsFollow Scudetto on all platforms Scudettopod.comTheme music by Kick Up The Fire. Listen on all streaming platforms: fanlink.to/scudetto See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

The Azzurri secure maximum points in World Cup 2022 qualifications with victories against Bulgaria and Lithuania. Meanwhile, Italy U21 team battle their way to qualification with 5 red cards in 3 games. Elsewhere, Weston McKennie's dinner party is busted by the police in the buildup to the Turin Derby.A returning Oscar, Boaz and Kenny discuss assorted Lazio scandals, Inter's questionable new badge and Siniša Mihajlović taunting a child. All this plus the customary #civilisedbeer selection, Good Week/Bad Week and our weekly honourable & dishonourable mentions... plus the return of #ASKSCUDETTORunning Order: (00:00) Intros, drinks and unpleasantries(04:10) Azzurri earn routine victories against Bulgaria and Lithuania(11:40) Italy backroom staff and Bonucci test positive for Covid(13:24) Italy U21 qualify for next round of European Championships(15:33) Weston McKennie hosts an inopportune dinner party(17:20) Turin derby build-up(18:42) Lazio earn fines and bans for breaking Covid protocols (23:15) UEFA impose fan attendance at Euro 2020 this summer(26:30) Best of the rest: Upcoming weekend Serie A schedule(28:13) Good week: Italy / bad week: Lazio(29:09) #ASKSCUDETTO(44:09) Honourable and dishonourable mentionsTheme music by Kick Up The Fire. Listen to the artist on Spotify and Apple Music.Follow Scudetto on all platforms Scudettopod.com See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Cesare Prandelli bows out as Fiorentina manager. Special guest Richard Hughes speaks to Boaz and Kenny about playing for the great man in the Atalanta youth setup. In the league, Milan stay in pole position for the 'best of the rest' crown as Juventus stutter to a 1-0 defeat at home to Benevento. Elsewhere, the Azzurri get their World Cup qualification off to a flier with a 2-0 win against Northern Ireland in Parma.The squad discuss the international action and Gazza's I'm a Celebrity antics, while Hughes shares a whole load of juicy insider tales. All this plus the customary #civilisedbeer selection, Good Week/Bad Week and our weekly honourable & dishonourable mentions.Running Order: (00:00) Intros and unpleasantries(03:26) Hughes shares his experiences of working under Mister Prandelli, as the gentleman manager steps down from Fiorentina(10:54) Milan keep touch with thrilling 3-2 victory in Florence(15:10) Zlatan becomes the oldest ever to hit 15 in a single Serie A season(19:22) GOAT Cristiano's Juve fall to Pippo Inzaghi's Benevento (Super Pippo anecdote alert)(30:08) Atalanta hit 6 in 7 with 2-0 win over Verona to set up potential third Champions League run(34:35) Roma 0-2 Napoli - Hughes's view(37:36) Civilised beers(39:25) Routine victory as Italy beat Northern Ireland 2-0(43:12) Roma 0-2 Napoli - Boaz's view(46:04) Good week Bologna / Bad week Juventus(48:44) Honourables and dishonourablesTheme music by Kick Up The Fire. Listen to the artist on Spotify and Apple Music.Follow Scudetto on all platforms Scudettopod.com See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Roma are the last Italian side standing as Atalanta, Lazio and Milan crash out of their respective European competitions. Back home, Inter struggle with a major Covid outbreak forcing the postponement of their game against Sassuolo. Elsewhere, Ronaldo scores a perfect hattrick in a game that really matters. Boaz and Kenny discuss Torino's epic comeback, Irish politicians and pay tribute to the Trap. All this plus the customary #civilisedbeer selection, Good Week/Bad Week and our weekly honourable & dishonourable mentions.Running Order: (00:00) Intros, drinks and unpleasantries(03:02) Italian clubs in Europe post-mortem(7:54) Threadbare Milan lose to Manchester United(11:44) Milan and Napoli entertain the neutrals(14:58) Inter's Covid outbreak(18:26) Roma take exception to Napoli's match postponement (21:02) Ronaldo hattrick as Juve beat Cagliari 1-3(24:41) Torino's epic comeback and best of the rest(27:56) good Week: Parma / bad week: Milan(29:47) Honourable and dishonourable mentionsTheme music by Kick Up The Fire. Listen to the artist on Spotify and Apple Music.Follow Scudetto on all platforms Scudettopod.com See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Juventus fail to progress in the Champions League but has the Cristiano Ronaldo experiment been a failure? Elsewhere, Milan (Reserves) are back on track following a convincing win against Hellas Verona and a credible away draw at Manchester United.Kenny, Oscar and Boaz discuss the big game between Inter and Atalanta, the relegation dogfight and being Zlatan. All this plus the customary #civilisedbeer selection, Good Week/Bad Week and our weekly honourable & dishonourable mentions.Running Order: (00:00) Intros, drinks and unpleasantries(04:26) Milan (Reserves) get a good draw at Old Trafford(7:45) Further discussion about Verona vs Milan (12:50) Juventus flop in Europe yet again(19:42) League leaders Inter beat Atalanta(22:28) praise for Inter's form and winning mentality(25:08) the week ahead for Atalanta.(27:52) relegation fight heating up: Torino and Cagliari(29:40) Best of the rest(31:25) good Week: Milan (Reserves) / bad week: Sassuolo(34:14) Honourable and dishonourable mentionsTheme music by Kick Up The Fire. Listen to the artist on Spotify and Apple Music.Follow Scudetto on all platforms Scudettopod.com See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Inter extend their lead at the top of the table as city rivals Milan experience week of mixed fortunes. Next up for the Nerazzurri is a visit from in-form Atalanta in what is surely the encounter of the weekend (on a Monday!) Elsewhere, a well-rested Lazio travel to Turin on Saturday as Pirlo seeks continuity for his Juventus project. Oscar, Boaz and Kenny address the chaos that follows the cancellation/postponement (delete as appropriate) of Torino's fixtures, a strong contender for the Gagliardini Challenge and Zlatan on a bike. All this plus the customary #civilisedbeer selection, Good Week/Bad Week and our weekly honourable & dishonourable mentions and the return of #ASKSCUDETTORunning Order: (00:00) Intros, drinks and unpleasantries(04:00) Milan mixed week: Dominant in Rome, lacklustre vs Udinese(11:41) Roma's week and the end of the stadium dream(14:33) Inter extend their lead, is the title race is over?(17:28) Atalanta on a great run in time for Monday clash with the Nerazzurri(20:21) Juventus win against Spezia, consistency next on the agenda?(22:16) Torino Covid no-show chaos(26:16) Muriqi enter the fray for the Gagliardini Challenge(27:10) Good Week: Cagliari / Bad Week: Crotone(30:04) #ASKSCUDETTO(40:33) Honourable and dishonourable mentionsTheme music by Kick Up The Fire. Listen to the artist on Spotify and Apple Music.Follow Scudetto on all platforms Scudettopod.com See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Following a statement victory in Serie A against Napoli, Atalanta can rightfully feel aggrieved by their 10-man loss to Real Madrid in the Champions League. Elsewhere Lazio were not expected to do much against World Champions Bayern Munich, but the manner of their capitulation leaves some regrets. Boaz, Kenny and Oscar revisit the Derby della Madonnina now that the dust has settled, discuss the upcoming weekend fixtures as well as a wealth of red cards. All this plus the customary #civilisedbeer selection, Good Week/Bad Week and our weekly honourable & dishonourable mentions.Running Order: (00:00) Intros, drinks and unpleasantries(03:35) Atalanta convince in six goal thriller against Napoli (07:12) Also... Atalanta justifiably aggrieved by the manner of the defeat to Real Madrid (12:17) Lazio mullered by Müller-less Bayern(17:04) Inter come out deservedly on top in the Milan derby(24:02) Europa Leauge post-match snap reactions(24:55) Best of the rest:Suning describe Inter as "irrelevant"Di Francesco won't be eating the panna cotta(?!)Italy Women qualify for Euro 2022(28:02) Good Week: Inter / Bad Week: Napoli(30:21) Honourable and dishonourable mentionsTheme music by Kick Up The Fire. Listen to the artist on Spotify and Apple Music.Follow Scudetto on all platforms Scudettopod.com See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Juventus have a week to forget with self-inflicted losses to Napoli and Porto, albeit with an away goal to take back to Turin. Elsewhere Spezia impress in a deserved victory against Milan, one week before the Derby della Madonnina, just as Inter and Lukaku are seemingly finding their form. Kenny, Oscar and Boaz discuss the upcoming weekend fixtures, a penchant for gardening and the new king of the bongos. All this plus the customary #civilisedbeer selection, Good Week/Bad Week and our weekly honourable/dishonourable picks.Running Order: (00:00) Intros, drinks and unpleasantries(04:00) Juventus self destruct against Napoli and again vs. Porto(13:45) Spezia outplay Milan a week before Derby(16:14) King of the bongos(17:16) Derby della Madonnina (continued)(18:53) Inter and Lukaku find their form(21:55) Atalanta - Napoli preview(25:39) Best of the rest: Cagliari vs. Torino, Sassuolo vs. Bologna, Braga vs Roma(26:56) Good Week: Spezia / Bad Week: Juventus(27:36) Honourable and dishonourable mentionsTheme music by Kick Up The Fire. Listen to the artist on Spotify and Apple Music.Follow Scudetto on all platforms Scudettopod.com See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Following Inter's Coppa Italia exit the spotlight turned towards off-the-field matters with insults, gestures and even threats shared between Conte, his staff and the Juventus' directors. Elsewhere Atalanta saw off Napoli to reach a much-desired cup final. Oscar, Boaz and Kenny discuss the upcoming weekend fixtures and welcome new American owners to Serie A. All this plus the customary #civilisedbeer selection and honourable/dishonourable mentions.Running Order: (00:00) Intros, drinks and unpleasantries(02:49) Juventus and Inter get feisty following Coppa Italia tie(08:49) Atalanta blow Napoli out of the water to reach final(11:02) Napoli - Juventus preview(12:23) Inter - Lazio preview(16:32) Good Week: Torino / Bad Week: Napoli (22:42) Best of the rest: Verona Vs Parma, Crotone Vs Sassuolo, Roma vs Udinese, Torino vs Genoa(23:10) Spezia announce new American owners(24:40) Honourable and dishonourable mentionsTheme music by Kick Up The Fire. Listen to the artist on Spotify and Apple Music.Follow Scudetto on all platforms Scudettopod.com See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.