Italian Serie A Football FanCast

Ranieri Gives Roma A Gift - Italian 'Serie A' Football FanCast 143

email@footballfancast.com (FootballFanCast.com) — Wed, 08 Feb 2012 01:04:00 -0500

The Italian Football FanCast is the podcast for fans of Serie A and Calcio.

On this edition of the Italian Football FanCast, Dov Schiavone, along with Ogo Sylla and Udinese correspondent Enzo Misuraca, plus Inter fan Wassim Shatila.

The issues tackled this week include a look at Roma's amazing win over Inter at the Stadio Olimpico which saw Fabio Borini bag a brace and a magnificent performance from the Giallorossi midfield.

We also cast our eye over AC Milan's poor showing against Napoli and Zlatan Ibrahimovic, whose assault on Salvatore Aronica may have cost his side three points.

Meanwhile, Juventus had the chance to extend their lead at the top of Serie A, but stumbled to a home draw with Siena, in which there was a controversial penalty decision.

Udinese were also in action and found themselves on the wrong end of a 3-2 defeat as Fiorentina turned on the style. Nevertheless, Antonio Di Natale got on the scoresheet with another stunning goal.

Another player who managed a special strike was Rodrigo Palacio, whose backheel flick for Genoa against Lazio was one of the best this season.

All this and a whole lot more will be answered in this weeks show, plus we ask whether or not Italian football will look to improve their stadia following a week of postponements because of the cold weather?

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Dov, Wassim, Ogo and Enzo

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Juventus March On While Inter Falter Once More - Italian 'Serie A' Football FanCast 142

email@footballfancast.com (FootballFanCast.com) — Mon, 30 Jan 2012 22:23:46 -0500

The Italian Football FanCast is the podcast for fans of Serie A and Calcio.

On this edition of the Italian Football FanCast, Dov Schiavone, along with writers Rory Hanna, Scot Munroe and AC Milan correspondent Rajath Kumar.

The issues tackled this week include a look at Juventus' fantastic win over Udinese which sees them move closer to the Scudetto.

We also cast our eye over the Bianconeri's frontman Alessandro Matri and star defender Andrea Barzagli, both of whom have been key to the Old Lady's cause this season.

However, with Udinese losing Inter had the chance to close the gap to the Zebrette, but stumbled to a defeat away to Lecce. A defeat in which Wesley Sneijder was taken off at half-time leading to more question marks over his future.

Meanwhile, AC Milan were guided to victory once again by Zlatan Ibrahimovic, which Antonio Nocerino enjoying another fine performance.

All this and a whole lot more will be answered in this weeks show, plus we ask whether or not Genoa have finally found a winning formula?

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Dov, Sam, Ryan and Enzo

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The Good, The Bad And The Giallorossi - Italian 'Serie A' Football FanCast 141

email@footballfancast.com (FootballFanCast.com) — Tue, 24 Jan 2012 23:50:07 -0500

The Italian Football FanCast is the podcast for fans of Serie A and Calcio.

On this edition of the Italian Football FanCast, Dov Schiavone, along with deputy editor Sam Lewis, writer for SerieAWeekly.com Ryan Ross and Udinese correspondent Enzo Misuraca.

The issues tackled this week include, Juventus fantastic form and reasons why Antonio Conte has taken his team to the winter championship.

We also cast our eye over Inter after another win, this time over Lazio, which seen them leapfrog the Biancocelesti in fourth place. Though it wasn't the prettiest performance, Claudio Ranieri's men continue their march up Serie A.

However, with praise being heaped onto the shoulders of the Nerazzurri, there is nothing but doom and gloom for all those Roma fans out there. A thrilling 5-1 win over Cesena at the weekend, then a crushing defeat to Juventus in the Coppa Italia.

Meanwhile, Palermo also put in a five-star performance against opponents Genoa, but was it talisman Fabrizio Miccoli or the Grifone's lack of defensive nous that was the deciding factor?

All this and a whole lot more will be answered in this weeks show, plus we ask whether or not Francesco Totti should return to the Azzurri set-up for Euro 2012.

For those of you who entered our amazing competition where you could have won a classic AC Milan or Inter jersey courtesy of the lovely folks at ingeniostore.co.uk, the winner will be announced on this week's show.

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Dov, Sam, Ryan and Enzo

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By The Power Of Javier - Italian 'Serie A' Football FanCast 140

email@footballfancast.com (FootballFanCast.com) — Wed, 18 Jan 2012 01:32:00 -0500

The Italian Football FanCast is the podcast for fans of Serie A and Calcio.

On this edition of the Italian Football FanCast, Dov Schiavone, along with deputy editor Sam Lewis and writer for SerieAWeekly.com Ryan Ross.

The issues tackled this week include, Juventus' draw at home to Cagliari and the realisation that Leonardo Bonucci might not be the defender everyone hoped he would be.

We also gaze lovingly at Inter's Javier Zanetti after he led his team to a superb victory over AC Milan in the Derby della Madonnina. The 38-year-old's stunning performance ensured that Diego Milito's second half strike was enough to give the Nerazzurri a deserved win.

However, with praise being heaped onto the shoulders of Claudio Ranieri's men, questions need to be asked about a number of those wearing the Red and Black.

Meanwhile, Udinese suffered a shock defeat to Genoa and we look at the impact some of the new signings are having at the Marassi.

Finally we cast our eye over the plight of Fiorentina and Palermo, who are both slowly sinking to the depths of Serie A.

All this and a whole lot more will be answered in this weeks show, plus we speculate as to some of the upcoming January transfers from around the peninsula.

Listen out for our amazing competition where you can win a classic AC Milan or Inter jersey courtesy of the lovely folks at ingeniostore.co.uk, but you will have to listen to find out the question.

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Dov, Sam and Ryan

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Seek and Destro-y - Italian 'Serie A' Football FanCast 139

email@footballfancast.com (FootballFanCast.com) — Wed, 11 Jan 2012 17:28:30 -0500

The Italian Football FanCast is the podcast for fans of Serie A and Calcio.

On this edition of the Italian Football FanCast, Dov Schiavone, along with deputy editor Sam Lewis and Udinese correspondent Enzo Misuraca.

The issues tackled this week include, Inter's amazing 5-0 win over Parma. Could this be the result that turns their season around? How much credit does Claudio Ranieri have to take and can they even make a charge for the Scudetto?

We also debate the return of The Don as Roberto Donadoni returns to management with the Gialloblu.

AC Milan travelled to Atalanta and came away with all three points thanks to another magnificent performance from Zlatan Ibrahimovic, a man they are becoming increasingly reliant on.

Meanwhile, Juventus also kept up their unbeaten run with a victory at Lecce with Alessandro Matri scoring the only goal. But just how good is he?

Finally we look at Roma's win over Chievo and as if Luis Enrique has made some progress following the winter break.

All this and a whole lot more will be answered in this weeks show, plus we discuss Alberto Gilardino's move to Genoa and the reasons behind it.

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Dov, Sam and Enzo

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All Hail Luis Enrique Leader Of The Roman Empire - Italian 'Serie A' Football FanCast 138

email@footballfancast.com (FootballFanCast.com) — Wed, 21 Dec 2011 07:43:00 -0500

The Italian Football FanCast is the podcast for fans of Serie A and Calcio.

It's the final instalment of the Italian Football Fancast of the year, with all the lads taking the rest of the year off to recover from what has been an exhausting year in Calcio.

Editor and ringmaster Dov Schiavone is joined by his trusty sidekick Sam Lewis, as well as fellow writers Arber Sulejmani, Ogo Sylla, Enzo Misuraca and Scot Munroe in what is a plethora of talent.

The subjects covered include:

The Champions League Draw - How will the peninsula fare?

Milan's Nocerino - more important than Ibra?

Roma - Napoli? Was the Roman victory a real indication of the Giallorossi's strength, and are Napoli suffering because of Europe? What have we learnt?

Maurizio Zamparini - Good for the game or not?

The writers also give their highlights and lowlights of what has been an exhilarating season so far.

And many. many more subjects in what is an extended analysis of the season so far, just for you.

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Merry Christmas, and we'll see you in the New Year!

Dov, Sam, Ogo, Enzo, Arber and Scot.

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Vorsprung Durch Diamanti - Italian 'Serie A' Football FanCast 137

email@footballfancast.com (FootballFanCast.com) — Tue, 13 Dec 2011 09:19:16 -0500

The Italian Football FanCast is the podcast for fans of Serie A and Calcio.

On this edition of the Italian Football FanCast, Dov Schiavone, along with Rory Hanna, AC Milan correspondent Rajath Kumar and making his podcast debut Jay Scardina.

The issues tackled this week include, Udinese's assault on the Scudetto after another win which took them top for a short while and the reasons behind their magnificent from in Serie A

We also debate AC Milan's draw with Bologna and the potential defensive issues that are beginning to hound the Rossoneri.

Juventus travelled to Roma for the big clash of the weekend and with Luis Enrique's makeshift side earning a credible draw with the league leaders, has the Spaniard earned a reprieve for the time being?

Meanwhile, Inter managed a victory at the San Siro against Fiorentina and with Giampaolo Pazzini grabbing only his second goal of the season, is talk of a revival premature?

Finally we look at Palermo's unexpected loss at home to Cesena and ask if there are now mounting problems for a side that never lose at home?

All this and a whole lot more will be answered in this weeks show, plus we discuss Diego Milito's coronation at the 2011 Bidone d'Oro winner.

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Dov, Rory, Rajath and Jay

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Tears in Genoa - Italian 'Serie A' Football FanCast 136

email@footballfancast.com (FootballFanCast.com) — Wed, 07 Dec 2011 13:37:49 -0500

The Italian Football FanCast is the podcast for fans of Serie A and Calcio.

On this edition of the Italian Football FanCast, Dov Schiavone, along with deputy editor for ForzaItalianFootball.com, Sam Lewis, Udinese correspondent Enzo Misuraca and Ogo Sylla for another round of Calcio debate.

The issues tackled this week include, Juventus' newfound mystique and march towards another Scudetto.

We also debate the pros and cons of Carlos Tevez's potential move to AC Milan, and speculate about his place in the Rossoneri side.

Roma imploded against Fiorentina and questions are now being raised about his future in the Italian capital. Should he stay or should he go?

Meanwhile, Inter were also on the wrong end of a bad defeat against title challengers Udinese also raising questions over Claudio Ranieri's future.

Finally we look at recent Euro 2012 draw which pitted Italy against Spain, Croatia and the Republic of Ireland.

All this and a whole lot more will be answered in this weeks show, plus we discuss some of the violence that has recently marred the Italian game.

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Dov, Sam, Rajath and Padraig

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Pepe, Grinta and Juventus - Italian 'Serie A' Football FanCast 135

email@footballfancast.com (FootballFanCast.com) — Wed, 30 Nov 2011 04:02:00 -0500

The Italian Football FanCast is the podcast for fans of Serie A and Calcio.

On this edition of the Italian Football FanCast, Dov Schiavone, along with deputy editor for ForzaItalianFootball.com, Sam Lewis, AC Milan correspondent Rajath Kumar and Padraig Whelan for another round of Calcio debate.

The issues tackled this week include, Juventus' amazing comeback against Napoli at the San Paolo that leaves them as number one contenders for the Scudetto.

We also debate the pros and cons of Pato's inclusion in the AC Milan side, whilst revelling in another Zlatan Ibrahimovic masterclass.

Roma were subject to another defeat, this time to Udinese, which brought out some grinta in Pablo Osvaldo, while we also look at the need for the Zebrette to strengthen in the January transfer window.

Meanwhile, Fiorentina continue to have life tough as they slip closer to the relegation zone. What does Delio Rossi need to do to resuscitate the Tuscan giants?

Finally we look at some of your opinions on the technology in football debate, as well as Inter's seeming dependancy on their younger players.

All this and a whole lot more will be answered in this weeks show, plus we take a look at the failing stadia in Italian football and ask what can or needs to be done to improve them?

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Dov, Sam, Rajath and Padraig

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Alza Le Mani Arriva Cavani With Napoli In The Champions League - Italian 'Serie A' Football FanCast 134

email@footballfancast.com (FootballFanCast.com) — Tue, 22 Nov 2011 22:27:00 -0500

The Italian Football FanCast is the podcast for fans of Serie A and Calcio.

On this edition of the Italian Football FanCast, Dov Schiavone, along with deputy editor for ForzaItalianFootball.com, Sam Lewis, Senegalese journalist Ogo Sylla and Udinese correspondent for FIF Enzo Misuraca.

The issues tackled this week include, Napoli's magnificent win over Manchester City in the Champions League which leaves them on the brink of qualification for the knockout stages.

We also debate an Inter side that are slowly coming back to form after a home win against Cagliari, though they were helped by some fortunate refereeing decisions.

AC Milan continued their unbeaten run against Fiorentina, who, under new coach Delio Rossi, looked strikingly similar to the the side Sinisa Mihajlovic left and they were lucky to escape with a point as the Rossoneri were also the victims of a cruel refereeing blunder.

At the top of Serie A, Juventus sit proud after defeating Palermo at home and surely any doubts over the legitimacy of their Scudetto challenge can be extinguished? Or can they?

Finally we look at some of the refereeing decisions over the course of the weekend as Pablo Osvaldo found his magnificent overhead kick ruled out for offside, when in-fact he was not. So should it be about time the officials had some help?

All this and a whole lot more will be answered in this weeks show, plus we ask the eternal question... who was better DIno Zoff or Gianluigi Buffon?

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Dov, Sam, Enzo and Ogo

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