La Magicast – The AS Roma podcast

This episode of La Magicast covers Roma's quiet start to the summer transfer market. Scott is joined by co-host James (J-Mac) to break down the latest. Together, they cover Roma's stalled pursuit of Mason Greenwood and the moral debate around it, the contract renewals for Dybala, Çelik, and Pellegrini, the uncertain future of Dovbyk, and the wingback and winger targets on Roma's radar. Forza Roma,...

Episode 345 of La Magicast covers day one of Roma's summer transfer market. Scott is joined by co-host Joey to break down the opening moves. Together they cover Roma's looming FFP penalty, the surprise doubts over Wesley's future, the contract renewal debate around Cristante, Pellegrini and Çelik, and the uncomfortable questions raised by targets like Mason Greenwood, plus the winger names on Roma...

Episode 344 of La Magicast is a special episode celebrating one of the most remarkable achievements of the season: Roma Women claimed the Serie A title for the third time in the last four years and, to cap it off, lifted the Coppa Italia as well, completing a historic double. Tim is joined by special guest Leonardo Ferrante Quiley from Il Romanista, one of the top authorities on Roma Women, for a...

Scot and Joey, recording 24 hours after Roma's 2–0 win at Hellas Verona sealed a third-place finish and a return to the Champions League for the first time in seven years. Svilar with seven saves. Mallen with a penalty rebound. El Shaarawy's final act in a Roma shirt. And Milan and Juventus, who only needed a draw, left with nothing. The long wait is over. Roma are back at the top table. Forza Rom...

Scot is joined by Joey and J-Mak, recording roughly 90 minutes after Roma 2–0 Lazio — a victory and a result that puts Roma in fourth place with one game left. Gianluca Mancini, the unlikeliest of heroes, headed in both goals and celebrated each one in front of the Curva Sud. The Olimpico was half-empty on the blue side, a Serie A scheduling circus that left fans across the world guessing the kick...

Scot is joined by returning guest J-Mart, recording 20 minutes after Parma 2–3 Roma — a game that felt lost with three minutes to go and turned into something nobody watching will forget. The latest Roma goal in 20 seasons, a contested handball, a red card, a VAR call that flipped the script, and 11 minutes of stoppage time that aged everyone listening by a decade. Plus the substitution that turne...

A 4–0 win at home over Fiorentina is the focus of this episode, as Scot goes solo to break down what he calls Roma's best performance under Gasperini in Serie A this season. Goals from Mancini, Wesley, Hermoso and a Pisilli header sealed it, with Malen hitting the bar twice and a midfield three of Koné, Cristante and Pisilli running the show. Scot then turns to Pisilli's rise — three months ago he...

Roma's 2–0 win away at Bologna is the focus of this episode, as Scot is joined from Seoul by returning guest Joey to break down the Giallorossi's first win at the Dall'Ara since December 2020. Donyell Malen scored the opener with a sharp finish into the far corner, and Neil El Aynaoui added a second right before half-time. Wesley returning to the lineup made a clear difference. Scot and Joey then...

Roma's 3–0 win over Pisa is the focus of this episode, as Scot goes solo to break down a much-needed return to form after a difficult run. The night belonged to Donyell Malen, whose ruthless hat-trick — inside three minutes, just before the break, and early in the second half — gave Roma the kind of clinical edge that has been missing in recent weeks. The conversation looks at Malen's growing impa...

Scot is joined by Chris, an Inter fan and the voice behind The Calcio Blog on X, for a crossover-style conversation that blends rivalry with a shared passion for Italian football. The episode opens with Chris’ journey into supporting Inter and his broader love for Serie A, setting the stage for a balanced and insightful discussion. The guys break down Inter’s 5-2 win over Roma from both perspectiv...

Roma’s recent fragility is the focus of this episode, as Scot and Imran examine the underlying issues behind a run of inconsistent performances. The conversation looks beyond results to explore what’s driving the team’s lack of stability and where responsibility may lie. The discussion also covers Roma’s 1–0 win over Lecce, tensions involving Massara, Ranieri, and Gasperini, and the implications o...

Roma’s recent results take center stage in this extended episode, as Scot is joined by James (JMac) for a full breakdown of the week’s key developments. The conversation begins with Roma’s 2–1 defeat to Genoa before turning to the 1–1 draw with Bologna in the Europa League, leaving everything to be decided in the return leg at home next week. The discussion also covers the injury concerns surround...

Roma’s 3–3 draw with Juventus is the focus of this episode, as Scot breaks down a match that appeared firmly in hand at 3–1 before slipping away in the final minutes. For 70 minutes, Roma controlled the tempo and imposed their structure, only to see that authority dissolve late on. The discussion centers on Gasperini’s in-game management, the shift in momentum after the changes, and the defensive...

Roma’s 3–0 win over Cremonese is the focus of this episode, as Scot and Nadette unpack a performance that found its rhythm after the break. A measured first half gave way to a far more assertive and controlled second, with Roma showing greater clarity in possession and sharper intent in the final third. The discussion also turns to the growing rumours surrounding Paulo Dybala and Zeki Çelik, and w...

Roma’s 2–2 draw away to Napoli is the focus of this episode, as Scot breaks down a performance that was strong in stretches yet ultimately left questions hanging. There’s praise for how Roma competed in a difficult environment, but also a clear look at the moments that shifted momentum late on. The conversation centers on Gasperini’s substitutions and whether they disrupted the balance of the side...

Roma’s 2–0 win over Cagliari is the focus of Episode 331, with Scot Munroe joined by Nadette to unpack a performance that felt steady and quietly encouraging. They look at how Roma managed the match, where things worked, and what the result says about the team’s current trajectory. The conversation also touches on the growing presence of younger players in the squad, Nadette’s recent trip to Rome...

Roma’s 1–0 loss away to Udinese is the focus of Episode 330, with Scot Munroe going solo to break down another frustrating night. He looks at a poor overall performance, where Roma took nearly an hour to properly get going and never truly imposed themselves on the match. The episode asks whether this was simply a bump in the road or a sign of something more concerning, as another disappointing dis...

Roma’s recent European run is on the table in Episode 329, with Scot Munroe going solo to work through Roma’s performances against Stuttgart and AC Milan, highlighting what felt encouraging and where questions still lingered. He also reflects on his recent trip to Rome. The focus then shifts to the performance in Greece and why it mattered, as Roma finished in the top eight and avoided having to p...

Roma’s Coppa Italia defeat is on the table, with Scot Munroe joined by James (“Jmak”) to unpack what the loss revealed about Roma’s current margins and where the performance came up short. They also turn to Roma’s transfer window, discussing the arrivals of Malen and Robinho Vaz and what those moves suggest about the club’s priorities. The conversation then shifts to Roma’s away win at Torino, whe...

Roma’s 2–0 win over Sassuolo is on the table, but the performance tells a more complicated story. Scot Munroe goes solo to assess a match defined by a poor first half and a noticeably improved second, once again highlighting Roma’s struggle to impose themselves from the start. There’s also concern over the growing injury list, with Evan Ferguson sidelined again, and what that means for an already...

In episode 326 of La Magicast, Scot Munroe and Lee Roberts break down Roma’s 1–0 loss away to Atalanta and what it says about the team’s performances against so-called top-seven sides. They talk about Roma’s mentality in these matches, the recurring issues that keep showing up, and how that contrasts with the response against Lecce in a solid 2–0 away win. There’s also discussion around Evan Fergu...

Sam Bannister is back with a new update on the Roma Women’s side as 2026 begins. The first big challenge is already here: the Supercoppa Italiana against Juventus, and Roma are going in with ambition. Sam checks on the Coppa Italia run, looks at what the UWCL campaign leaves behind, and touches on a couple of key squad situations — including Lucia Di Guglielmo’s future and how Giulia Dragoni is se...

In episode 324 of La Magicast, Scot Munroe and Lee Roberts return after the Christmas break to look back on Roma’s 3–1 win over Genoa — a confident performance to close out 2025.They also reflect on the emotional Daniele De Rossi tribute at the Olimpico, update the league table outlook heading into 2026, and share some early thoughts on what 2025 left us. A full 2025 calendar year review is coming...

In episode 323 of La Magicast, Scot Munroe and Lee Roberts break down Roma’s 2–1 loss away to Juventus and what it says about the team’s current level. They discuss Roma’s continued struggles against top-six opposition, Gasperini’s controversial comments regarding Evan Ferguson, and how the performance fits into the bigger picture. The episode also touches on early winter transfer market rumours a...

In episode 322 of La Magicast, Scot Munroe and Lee Roberts break down Roma’s emphatic 3–0 away win over Celtic in the Europa League, with Lee reporting directly from Celtic Park after attending the match. They discuss Roma’s dominant performance, the effectiveness of the high press, standout individual displays, and how Celtic struggled to cope tactically. The conversation also covers key referee...