The Anglo Italian Pod, covering all things Serie A. Co-hosts Ruairi Criscuolo & Adam Gipki provide you with in depth analysis, match previews, latest news and rumours alongside rants and laughter across Serie A. Occasionally joined by guests to discuss the latest topics, Key results discussed in dedicated weekly episodes. Listen now and become part of the Anglo Italian Tifosi.
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International Break | A Positive Azzurri Pod feat. James from Escapismo Magazine
The domestic grind paused, but the drama certainly didn't. In this episode, we unpack Italy’s statement win in Turkey, welcome James from Escapismo magazine to chat all things Roma and Napoli, and toast to Il Capitano hitting a massive milestone.
Special Guest Interview: James from Escapismo Magazine
The Origin Story: We sit down with James to trace where his deep-rooted, unadulterated love for calcio actually began.
On the Ground: He shares brilliant first-hand tales of experiencing matchdays live in Rome and Naples, breaking down what those famously chaotic cities are truly like to visit and navigate as a football tourist.
The Tactical Heartache: We dive into his specific calcio-based obsessions, focusing heavily on the contrasting worlds and current trajectories of Roma and Napoli.
You can find James and Escapismo magazine on Instagram @escapismo.magazine & https://it.escapismo.co.uk/
Bursa Blues to Azzurri Brilliance: Turkey 1 - 4 Italy
The Statement: Italy put on a masterclass in Bursa, dismantling a hapless Turkey side 4-1 to inject massive positive energy back into the national team setup.
The Mix-Up: Did we love the heavily rotated starting eleven? Absolutely. Fresh legs brought a dynamic edge, with several fringe stars staking a serious claim for a regular starting spot.
The Kayode Show: We spend a solid chunk of the pod singing the absolute praises of Kayode, whose relentless performance completely unlocked the right flank.
The Narrative Shift: How massive is this result right now? It completely changes the atmospheric pressure around the Azzurri heading into the next block of qualifiers.
Parma Presses the Reset Button: Cuesta Out, Gilardino In
The Carousel: Parma and Carlos Cuesta have officially parted ways, ending the Spanish manager's tenure after a search for stability.
Enter Gila: Enter club hero Alberto Gilardino, who stepped right off the bench (via Pisa) to take over the managerial reins at Tardini. Can the World Cup winner steady the ship?
Happy Birthday, Emperor of Roma: Totti Turns 50!
The Milestone: Absolute breaking news for the soul of Italian football—Francesco Totti officially turned 50!
The Legacy: We spend a moment tipping our hats to the half-century mark of Rome's greatest son, because let's be honest, the capital essentially declared it a public holiday.
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22 Sept 2026
Serie A Gameweek 5 | Inter comeback AGAIN! & Frosinone are flying
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Gameweek 5 delivered absolute fireworks. From another trademark Inter rescue mission in the capital to Frosinone breaking Como’s heart, and a much-needed sigh of relief in Turin, Italian football continues to be the best soap opera on television.
The Eternal City Escape: Roma 2 - 2 Inter
The Comeback: For the millionth time, Inter found themselves staring down a two-goal deficit before somehow clawing their way back to split the points.
The Chess Match: How did Gian Piero Gasperini and Cristian Chivu differ? Gasp’s man-marking chaos and high-octane press blew Inter open early, but Chivu’s tactical adjustments and squad depth engineered the rescue.
The Takeaway: Is this early-season thriller a genuine Scudetto race decider? It sure looked like a heavyweight title preview.
Frosinone Breaks the Fairytale: Frosinone 2 - 0 Como
The Shockwave: Frosinone handed Cesc Fabregas’ Como a rude awakening, frustrating the lakeside boys with a defensive masterclass and ruthless counter-attacking football.
The Million-Dollar Question: Can Frosinone actually sustain this ridiculous start, or are they destined to pull a full Cremonese and fade into the mist?
The Takeaway: Palmisani put on a goalkeeping clinic, proving that low-block grit can still humble the division's trendsetters.
Allianz Therapy Session: Juventus beats Atalanta
The Relief: Juventus secured a massive win against Atalanta, finally injecting some much-needed confidence back into the Allianz Stadium.
The Vibe: After weeks of looking tense and toothless, the Old Lady finally found some swagger.
The Takeaway: Is the corner officially turned, or was this just a brief oasis in a turbulent start?
San Siro Groove Restored: AC Milan 3 - 0 Lecce
The Party: Milan banged three past Lecce at home, bringing the fun and flair back to the Curva Sud.
The Puzzle: Has Rúben Amorim finally stumbled onto his locked-in first eleven, or was this just a mismatch against a struggling side?
The Takeaway: When the Rossoneri click, they look terrifyingly fluid. Now comes the hard part: consistency.
Surprise Packages & Relegation Blues: Cagliari's Rise & De Rossi's Dread
The Highs: Cagliari are officially the surprise package of the season, marching into Udine for a massive three points under Pisacane.
The Lows: How genuinely concerned should we be for Daniele De Rossi at Genoa? The Grifone look dead-eyed and destined for a long, painful relegation scrap.
The Rest of the Map: Sassuolo are back on their absolute Robin Hood nonsense taking scalps then handing out points, while Fiorentina and Napoli sleepwalked through a thoroughly uninspiring 1-1 draw.
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15 Sept 2026
Serie A Gameweek 4 | Sassuolo scalp Juve & Moreira inspires Milan
Gameweek 3 delivered absolute cinema across the peninsula. From parent-club heartbreak in Turin to managerial bounces in Venice and whispers in the Bergamo stands, Italian football is officially back in full, chaotic swing.
The Heir Comes Back to Haunt Us: Sassuolo 3 - 2 Juventus
The Scalp: Sassuolo claimed their first major victim of the season, stunning Juventus in a five-goal thriller.
The Betrayal: To add absolute insult to injury, young Vasilije Adzic scored against his parent club. Talk about biting the hand that feeds you.
The Takeaway: What does this mean for Luciano Spalletti’s project? Panic stations aren't fully open yet, but Spalletti needs to figure out how to kickstart this campaign before the Bianconeri fan base starts hyperventilating.
A Tale of Two Halves & Ghost Sightings: Lazio 2 - 2 Milan
The Stalemate: A breathless 2-2 draw where both Lazio and Milan took charge for 45 minutes and training cones for the other.
The Pervis Problem: Will we ever actually see Pervis Estupiñan in a Milan shirt again, or is he destined to be an expensive urban legend at San Siro?
The Takeaway: Barring a defensive collapse, how Lazio responds to this dropped two-goal cushion will define their top-four credentials.
Venice Carnival Comes Early: Venezia 2 - 4 Fiorentina
The Bounce: Paolo Vanoli’s return to the dugout had an immediate, electrifying effect, though it wasn't enough to stop a rampant Fiorentina side led by a sensational hat-trick.
The Wonderkid: Franco Mastantuono put on a show that had the entire Pier Luigi Penzo stadium gasping.
The Takeaway: Is this a genuine new manager bounce, or are the tides turning for La Viola?
Sardinian Smash & Off-Pitch Troubles: Atalanta 1 - 2 Cagliari
The Raid: Fabio Pisacane’s Cagliari marched into Bergamo and walked away with a colossal three points, continuing an absurdly impressive start to the term.
Clinical Edge: Was it just a bad day at the office? Or should Atalanta be worried at a lack of finishing touches?
The Takeaway: Pisacane is quietly putting together a tactical blueprint that mid-table clubs should be framing.
Rapid-Fire Roundup & European Eve
Around the Grounds: We zip through the rest of the weekend's scorelines as the table begins to take real shape.
Midweek Madness: We preview the upcoming Coppa Italia ties and the massive Europa League nights ahead for our Serie A travelers. Can the Italian contingent carry this domestic chaos onto the continental stage?
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