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The Pros and Cons of taking Serie A to Australia | Milan vs Como
30 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
How Serie A is trying to close the gap on the Premier League âš½ In this episode of the Calcio FC Podcast, Dan Cancian and Emmet Gates join David Ferr...
What Makes Italian Football Managers So Good?
23 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Why are Italian football managers the best in the world? âš½ In this episode of the Calcio FC Podcast, Dan Cancian and Emmet Gates dive deep into what...
Palermo FC's Joel Pohjanpalo: The Finnish Striker Leading The Rosanero Promotion Push | Exclusive Interview
16 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Go behind the scenes with Palermo's leading goal scorer Joel Pohjanpalo in this exclusive interview from the Palermo City Football Academy with David ...
Schillaci: How Italia 90 Made Him & How He Made Italia 90
09 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Discover the unforgettable story of Salvatore Schillaci — the unlikely hero who lit up the 1990 World Cup. From poverty in Palermo to the Golden Boo...
The Future of San Siro: Keep or Demolish?
02 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Let's talk about the impending demolition of the Stadio Giuseppe Meazza stadium - known as San Siro - historic home of AC Milan and Inter Milan. Dan, ...
Why Doesn’t Italy Produce Players Who Win The Ballon d’Or?
25 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Why don’t Italians or Serie A players win the Ballon d’Or anymore? In this episode, we dive deep into Serie A’s decline in star power, player h...
Our Stephan Lichtsteiner Exclusive | We go to Canada!
18 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Calling all Juventini! ⚪⚫ In this exclusive interview, Juventus legend Stephan Lichtsteiner joins Alexa to reflect on his unforgettable 7 seasons ...
Transfers That Could Make The Difference In Serie A This Season
11 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Serie A's Game-Changing Transfers for 2025/26! From Jamie Vardy's shock move to Cremonese to Rabiot's Milan switch and Lois Openda’s impact at Juve...
Why The Italian Job Is So Difficult For Gennaro Gattuso
04 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Italy hasn't qualified for the World Cup since 2013, and Gennaro Gattuso's primary objective is to achieve qualification for USA 2026. Emmet Gates and...
Serie B: Who will win a place in Serie A?
28 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Can Palermo rise back to Serie A for the first time in nine years? What about Sampdoria, Monza and Venezia? Dan Cancian and Emmet Gates join David Fer...
Serie A Predictions: Can Napoli go back-to-back?
21 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Can Napoli win back to back Serie A titles for the first time in history? Dan Cancian and Emmet Gates join David Ferrini at DC HQ to assess the upcomi...
7 Italian football derbies to add to your bucket list
14 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Italian football is famous for its derbies! David Ferrini and Dan Cancian explore seven must-see calcio derbies, highlighting the unique cultural and ...
Is it really all over for Brescia?
07 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What happened to Brescia under Massimo Cellino? Well, it's a complicated question. David Ferrini is joined by Dan Cancian to unpack the tumultuous sit...
The Berlusconi Dynasty Ends With Monza's Sale to BLV
31 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
It's the end of an era! Emmet Gates and Dan Cancian discuss the recent acquisition of Monza by an American consortium (BLV), marking a significant shi...
We go to Australia to chat Calcio
24 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Let's talk to some of the most dedication Italian football fans ever - Australians! Join David Ferrini and our Brisbane guests Paul, Carlo and Sam, ...
Victor Osimhen vs Napoli | The Saga
17 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Dan Cancian and Emmet Gates delve into the Victor Osimhen drama, exploring his worsening relationship with Napoli and the implications of his potentia...
Hernan Crespo’s Italian Journey
10 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Hernan Crespo is one of Serie A's true legends, having played at Parma, Milan, Genoa, Lazio and Inter during a club career spanning 19 years, 600+ mat...
The Story of the Most Unlikely Scudetto Winners | Hellas Verona
03 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
It's the 40th anniversary of Hellas Verona's shock Serie A title win. David, Dan and Emmet reflect on the team's journey during the 1984-85 season and...
Will Gattuso’s warrior spirit help Italy to the World Cup?
26 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On the back of Gennaro Gattuso being presented as Italy's new national team coach, football broadcaster Adriano Del Monte joins David Ferrini to asses...
Who Made Our Serie B Team of the Season?
19 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Dan Cancian and Emmet Gates join David Ferrini to discuss the standout players of Serie B for the 2024-25 season and name their best XI and manager, a...
Our Serie A Dream Team for 2024-25
12 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Dan Cancian and Emmet Gates join David Ferrini to name their Serie A Team of the Season. They discuss various players' performances, debating the mer...
Best Moments of the Serie A Season 2024-25 | Adam Summerton
05 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
He's the voice of Serie A in the United Kingdom: TNT Sports commentator Adam Summerton joins us to reflect on the highlights of the 2024-25 Serie A se...
Antonio Conte - Footballing GOAT
29 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
David Ferrini is joined by Emmet Gates and Dan Cancian to explore Antonio Conte's remarkable achievement in leading Napoli to their fourth Scudetto, d...
Vince Grella Exclusive Interview: Catania FC Vice President
23 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Vince Grella, vice president of Catania FC, discusses the club's ambitious plans to return to Serie A, the importance of community engagement, and the...
Serie B: The Most Competitive Second Division in the World?
15 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Calcio FC, David, Emmet and Dan delve into the competitive landscape of Serie B, exploring its unpredictability, financial challeng...
Lewis Ferguson Exclusive Interview | Scotland International & Bologna FC
08 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Lewis Ferguson speaks to Destination Calcio about returning to the UEFA Champions League with Bologna, the heartbreak of missing the Euros with Scotla...
How Como are building for the future
01 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On the back of Como's Serie A survival, we delve into Como's remarkable journey in Serie A, highlighting key players, strategic signings, and the coac...
How to Make Italian Football Great Again | Ask DC
24 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The Destination Calcio community have spoken, so David Ferrini is joined by Dan Cancian and Emmet Gates to explore the comments section and respond. #...
What Makes The Rome Derby So DIFFERENT? | Lazio-Roma
17 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
David Ferrini is joined by Dan Cancian to dig into the rich culture surrounding the Derby della Capitale, exploring the passionate rivalry between Rom...
Brilliant Bologna | Sampdoria's Last Chance with Evani, Lombardo and Mancini To the Rescue!
10 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Bologna FC is one of the great football success stories of 2024-25. Join us as we relive the all-important steps taken by Vincenzo Italiano, previous ...
Serie A North America | CEO Andy Mitchell Interview
03 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Andy Mitchell, CEO of Serie A North America joins David Ferrini to explore strategies for promoting the Italy and Italian Football via the cultural co...
Reviving Juventus: The Tudor Era Begins | special guest Alexa
27 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Alexa joins David Ferrini and Emmet Gates to discuss Juventus' recent coaching changes and the implications for the club's future. Alexa shares her pe...
Spalletti's Italy and Inzaghi's Inter Under the Spotlight
18 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
David Ferrini is joined by Emmet Gates, Dan Cancian and Alasdair Mackenzie to discuss: Luciano Spalletti's for the Nations League Quarter-Final again...
Can Atalanta Do The Unthinkable? | Veron's Legacy
13 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to Calcio FC, your weekly episode of Italian Football goodness. David Ferrini is joined by Emmet Gates and Dan Cancian to discuss Atalanta's...
The Napoli Saviour: Inside The Explosive Scudetto Showdown
06 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Fresh back from Naples, David Ferrini and Emmet Gates are again joined by Dan Cancian to get into the weeds of Napoli-Inter Milan, discussing the impl...
Roma Can Dare To Dream | Adriano Del Monte
27 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Calcio FC, David Ferrini and Emmet Gates are joined by Adriano Del Monte to talk about Roma's resurgence under Claudio Ranieri, the...
The players Juventus simply can't do without | Calcio FC Podcast
20 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On their return from the Derby d'Italia in Turin, David and Emmet are joined by Dan to discuss the current state of Juventus, analyzing their recent p...
How Filippo Inzaghi has turned Pisa into Serie B title contenders | Deep Dive
16 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Calcio FC assesses Pisa's aspirations for a return to Serie A, highlighting the impressive coaching of Filippo Inzaghi and the team's unexpected succe...
Serie A commentator Adam Summerton on where the title will be won and lost
13 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Adam Summerton joins Calcio FC to share his thoughts on the current Serie A title race, focusing on the competitive dynamics between teams like Napoli...
The Iconic Milan Derby In All Its Glory (and more) | Calcio FC
06 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to Calcio FC, a football podcast by Destination Calcio. This week, David Ferrini is joined by Dan Cancian and Emmet Gates to discuss the drama...
Juventus and Sampdoria on Struggle Street | Calcio FC
30 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to Calcio FC, a football podcast by Destination Calcio. This week, David Ferrini is joined by Dan Cancian and Emmet Gates to discuss Sampdoria...
The Untold Story: Denis Law's Legendary Torino Season | Calcio FC
27 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
David, Emmet and Dan delve into the legacy of Dennis Law, a Scottish football legend known for his time at Manchester United and Torino. They explore ...
Can Anyone Stop Antonio Conte's Napoli?
24 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Fresh back from Bergamo, David, Dan and Emmet delve into the thrilling Serie A title race, discussing the implications of Napoli’s win over Atalanta...
Why Palermo Is the Sicilian City of Football Dreams
23 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Dan Cancian joins David Ferrini at the Stadio Renzo Barbera to discuss the rich history of Palermo FC, exploring its legacy in Italian football, the c...
Cesc FÃ bregas reveals how he's built his Como 1907 team
21 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The Como manager joins Harry Slavin to discuss the challenges of coaching in Serie A, emphasizing the importance of experience, patience, and the bala...
Jonathan Klinsmann on Italy, the culture, and dad Jürgen
19 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Jonathan Klinsman, son of football legend Jürgen Klinsman, shares insights about his journey in football, the influence of his father's legacy, and h...
The Christian Vieri Interview | One Football Home of Serie A Event | London
12 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this exclusive interview, Christian Vieri joins David Ferrini to talk about his legendary Serie A career, and Atalanta manager Gian Piero Gasperini...
The Ghana Stars That Serie A Fans Know and Love | Bill Eshun TV3 Ghana
23 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The Ghana Stars That Serie A Fans Know and Love, with Bill Eshun TV3 Ghana David Ferrini speaks with Bill Eshun, a prominent voice in Ghanaian footbal...
Bari: Live at the Stadio San Nicola
18 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
We made the trip to Bari to watch the Serie B match, SSC Bari vs Catanzaro. It's Friday night at the Stadio San Nicola, and David Ferrini is joined by...
The Highs and Lows of Italian Football in Two Days
12 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Udine & Padova: The Highs and Lows of Italian Football in Two Days. Most people think of Milan, Turin and Rome when it comes to Italian football,...
Why Padova Ultras Are Boycotting Home Matches
10 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Why Padova Ultras Are Boycotting Home Matches: Calcio's Biggest Eyesore Calcio Padova's most loyal fans pledged to boycott the 2024-25 season followin...
Scott McTominay Fast Becoming an Icon in Napoli | Panel Podcast
07 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
We were in Naples for Napoli-Como, where Scott McTominay scored within 30 seconds of kickoff at the Stadio Diego Armando Maradona. With Napoli on top ...
Modena | Calcio Weekender | Stadio Alberto Braglia
04 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Our Calcio Weekender takes us to Bologna and Modena in Emilia Romagna. David Ferrini is joined by Emmet Gates at the Stadio Alberto Braglia, where the...
Bologna FC | Stadio Renato Dall'Ara
29 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
David Ferrini and Emmet Gates are joined by Joe O'Sullivan at the Stadio Renato Dall'Ara during Bologna vs Atalanta in Serie A to discuss all things B...
Live at Stadio San Siro | The Inter v Milan Derby
22 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
David Ferrini speaks to Lorenzo Bettoni, Joe O'Sullivan and Nima Tavallaey Roodsari during the last minutes of the Derby della Madonnina. Milan scores...
Milano | Adriano Del Monte, Nima Tavallaey Roodsari Special Guests
22 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Nima Tavallaey Roodsari and Adriano Del Monte join David Ferrini and Emmet Gates to chat about Italian Football's issues such as broadcasting rights, ...
Champions League | Match Day 1
19 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Dan, Emmet and David reflect on the passing of Toto Schillaci and discuss Juventus' strong showing in the Champions League, Bologna's...
Monza Podcast | U-Power Stadium | Serie A
17 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Dan and David cover the final minutes of Monza vs Inter from the U-Power Stadium, aka Stadio Brianteo, with Dany Mota and Denzel Dumfries scoring late...
Como 1907 Podcast | Live at Stadio Giuseppe Sinigaglia
14 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Dan and David cover Como vs Bologna, the Lariani's first home game in Serie A for 21 years. Destination Calcio soaked up the action, the atmosphere, t...
Italian Pride Restored | Nations League
10 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Luciano Spalletti and Italy have surprised many by beating France in Paris and Israel in Budapest. We discuss the UEFA Nations League, plus two Destin...
Genoa CFC | Live From The Stadio Luigi Ferraris
03 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
We travel to the iconic Stadio Luigi Ferraris in Marassi, Genoa, for Genoa CFC vs Hellas Verona in the Italian top tier. Dan Cancian and David Ferrini...
Sampdoria | Live From Marassi
01 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
We travel to the iconic Stadio Luigi Ferraris in Marassi, Genoa. Dan Cancian and David Ferrini talk about Sven-Goran Eriksson, the state of affairs fo...
Campania | Live from the Stadio Arechi, Salerno
30 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
We travel to the iconic Stadio Arechi in Salerno. Emmet Gates and David Ferrini talk about The Calcio Binge, a trip through Campania where they visite...
SSC Napoli | The Maradona Murales
29 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
We travel to the iconic Murales Maradona in the Spanish Quarter, Naples. Emmet Gates and David Ferrini talk about the history of the area before headi...
Clubs Of The South | Lecce | Napoli | Palermo | Catania | Bari | Cagliari
22 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
We assess the Giallorossi, Azzurri, Rosaneri, Casteddu, Rossoblu and Galletti, covering Italian Serie A, Serie B and Serie C in 2024-25. Dan Cancian j...
Como 1907 | Live From The Allianz Stadium
20 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Como 1907 opened their Serie A account with a trip to Turin, taking on the mighty Juve. Â Towards the end of the match, David Ferrini and Emmet Gate...
Juventus FC | Live From Allianz Stadium
19 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
David Ferrini and Emmet Gates dive into Juventus FC's 2024-25 signings, their first Serie A match of the season against Como with Thiago Motta taking ...
The Roberto Baggio Pilgrimage | Novara Raduno
13 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Destination Calcio visits the Stadio Silvio Piola in the northern Italian town of Novara during the summer of 2024 for the L'Operazione Nostalgia get ...