Serie A Chronicles

In this Chronicles Tifosi Patreon members-only episode extended preview: Nicky Bandini and Mina Rzouki discuss the World Cup semi-finals, with praise for Morocco's run, disappointment with the way Croatia's hopes ended, and a look toward the World Cup Final and whether we think it will be Argentina or France to become world champions and win a third star. Get the full episode and all members-only...

Serie A Chronicles' Producer Simon was recently a guest on The Gentleman Ultra Podcast, with host Frank Risorto, as part of the "3 World Cup Questions" series to discuss his favourite moments, matches and teams in World Cup history. In a wide-ranging discussion about his passion for the Azzurri, Simon talks about being there in Berlin to witness Italy win its fourth World Cup in 2006, plus the tea...

Nicky Bandini and Mina Rzouki give a beautiful and emotional tribute to American soccer journalist Grant Wahl, who tragically died while covering the World Cup in Qatar. Watch at serieachronicles.com/episode/nicky-bandini-mina-rzouki-tribute-to-grant-wahl ****** Hear all full Serie A Chronicles podcast episodes and bonus content when you subscribe to the Chronicles Tifosi Patreon membership with...

In this Chronicles Tifosi Patreon members-only episode BUMPER 25-MINUTE extended preview: All about the amazing story of Morocco's journey at this World Cup, with Fiorentina's Sofyan Amrabat, among others, playing the tournament of his life. Which sparks an interesting discussion about family connections and individual identity. In the full members-only episode which you can hear by joining the Ch...

In this Chronicles Tifosi Patreon members-only episode extended preview: Adriano Del Monte joined Nicky Bandini to discuss that moment that Cristiano Ronaldo walked past him in tears in the players' tunnel after Portugal's defeat by Morocco in the World Cup quarter final, which was likely the last match of his career at a World Cup. The importance of family along Morocco's World Cup journey, and t...

In this Chronicles Tifosi Patreon members-only episode preview: Carlo Ancelotti was a tough interviewee for Corriere dello Sport's Ivan Zazzaroni, discussing the World Cup, Cristiano Ronaldo and more, which amused Nicky Bandini. Full article here. Get the full episode and more members-only episodes by joining the Chronicles Tifosi Patreon community: serieachronicles.com/patreon. ****** Sponsor the...

In this Chronicles Tifosi Patreon members-only episode preview: Has Cristiano Ronaldo retired from football to take his pay-day? We're recording at half-way through the Round of 16 and we reluctantly say goodbye to USA and Australia, two teams which have entertained despite low expectations. Jude Bellingham is the example of taking a chance on yourself as a young footballer to get match time and e...

In this Chronicles Tifosi Patreon members-only episode preview: Amid a fancy finance fiasco the Juventus board has stepped down. We discuss all the details plus a round up of happenings at the World Cup with some big names going home after the group stage. Get the full episode and all members-only episodes by joining the Chronicles Tifosi Patreon community: serieachronicles.com/patreon. ****** Spo...

In this Chronicles Tifosi Patreon members-only episode preview: Qatar will go down as the worst host team performer in World Cup history, but is Qatar 2022 the most politicized World Cup in history? England v USA recap and more analysis of the England squad. Everything about this World Cup leads us back to Serie A! Update on our predictions for the tournament winner after the first round of group...

"Someone, somewhere, grow a backbone and actually stick up for something because this is ridiculous". In this Chronicles Tifosi Patreon members-only episode preview: Nicky is outraged at the continuing harassment of fans at the World Cup showing support for LGBT+ people, the faux-woke FIFA President Gianni Infantino and his offensive speech, and the spineless national football associations which e...

In our latest episode, "What the World Cup means & the Qatar question", Nicky Bandini and Mina Rzouki shared memories of their experiences growing up supporting Italy in the World Cup.  Here, Nicky shares bitter-sweet memories of heartbreak about Italy's World Cup Final loss on penalties to Brazil in the 1994 World Cup, and elation in the moment Italy won the 2006 World Cup Final. In what is one o...

Nicky's and Mina's perspectives on the Qatar World Cup and the troubled nature of the tournament being held there, with the country's discriminatory laws against LGBT+ people, its treatment of migrant workers and, of course, the many thousands of migrant worker deaths in the 12 years of preparation for the tournament. Listen to the full episode: serieachronicles.com/episode/qatar-chronicles-1-what...

This first of our World Cup 2022 episodes is a very special one in which you'll get to know Mina Rzouki and Nicky Bandini like you never have before.  Their perspectives on the Qatar World Cup and the troubled nature of the tournament being held there, with the country's discriminatory laws against LGBT+ people, its treatment of migrant workers and, of course, the many thousands of migrant worker...

Are we seeing the rebirth of Moise Kean after his brace against Lazio, which brings his tally to 5 goals in his last 5 games? Are we witnessing the redemption of Juventus and Max Allegri, and the start of a run toward challenging Napoli for the Scudetto, despite the fact that the bianconeri are currently 10 points adrift of the Neapolitans, albeit now remarkably in third place? Has the criticism o...

Mina Rzouki and Nicky Bandini discuss Milan's season so far after luckily scraping a last-gasp win against Fiorentina at San Siro. Have the rossoneri declined since winning the Scudetto last season, or are they on track to be the main challenger to Napoli? In the rest of this week's episode, which you can hear by joining the Chronicles Tifosi Patreon community at serieachronicles.com/patreon we di...

Enjoy this extended preview of this week's Serie A Chronicles. To get full weekly episodes, bonus episodes, as well as the entire back-catalogue of Patreon bonus episodes, become a Chronicles Tifosi Patron today by subscribing at serieachronicles.com/patreon ****** Mina Rzouki and Nicky Bandini discuss Cristiano Ronaldo's sensational interview with Piers Morgan and whether there is anything to the...

In this Chronicles Tifosi Patreon members-only episode preview: Mina Rzouki rounds up the stories from Round 15's mid-week action. Inter demolish Bologna despite absences and defensive problems. Juventus win in Verona with a performance described by Antonio Cassano as "disgusting". When Rafael Leão is not in the mood Milan has problems. Will Napoli's squad effectively have 2 months off, with their...

Enjoy this extended preview of this week's Serie A Chronicles. To get full weekly episodes, bonus episodes, as well as the entire back-catalogue of Patreon bonus episodes, become a Chronicles Tifosi Patron today by subscribing at serieachronicles.com/patreon ****** Nicky Bandini & Mina Rzouki discussed the Champions League draw for the Italian teams with Adriano Del Monte, as well as the Europa Le...

Enjoy this extended preview of this week's Serie A Chronicles. To get full weekly episodes, bonus episodes, as well as the entire back-catalogue of Patreon bonus episodes, become a Chronicles Tifosi Patron today by subscribing at serieachronicles.com/patreon ****** It was a weekend of big matches and bigger rivalries, as Adriano Del Monte returns to Serie A Chronicles the day after being pitch-sid...

In this Chronicles Tifosi Patreon members-only episode preview: Nicky Bandini gives us three reflections on the three big games of Round 13 in Serie A. Atalanta v Napoli, Juventus v Inter and Roma v Lazio. Starring Victor Osimhen, Nicolò Fagioli and Alessio Romagnoli. Get the full episode and more members-only episodes by joining the Chronicles Tifosi Patreon community: serieachronicles.com/patreo...

In this Chronicles Tifosi Patreon members-only episode preview: Mina Rzouki discusses the end of the Champions League group stage as Milan demolished RB Salzburg, finishing second in their group and going through to the knockout stages, and sees a silver lining for Juventus, who were 'demoted' (or qualified) to the Europa League despite losing 5 matches in the group. Get the full episode and more...

In this Chronicles Tifosi Patreon members-only episode preview: Mina Rzouki answers this question from Chronicles Tifosi Patreon member, Sanat: Hi Nicky & Mina, There was an incident during Inter's game against Sampdoria when the entire upper tier of the north section of the Meazza was vacated, mainly by the Curva members leaving in some form of protest.  There were rumors that fans, who were not...

It's our monthly full free episode of Serie A Chronicles in this Halloween Special! For full weekly episodes, bonus episodes, as well as the entire back-catalogue of Patreon bonus episodes, become a Chronicles Tifosi Patron today by subscribing at serieachronicles.com/patreon ****** It was the day of the granata teams in Serie A as Torino and Salernitana shocked Milan and Lazio respectively. For M...

In this Chronicles Tifosi Patreon members-only episode preview: Mina Rzouki discusses Juventus going out of the Champions League after a 4-3 loss to Benfica and what's next for the management of the biggest and most supported club in Italy. Get the full episode and more members-only episodes by joining the Chronicles Tifosi Patreon community: serieachronicles.com/patreon. ****** Sponsor the show:...

Enjoy this extended preview of this week's Serie A Chronicles. To get full weekly episodes, bonus episodes, as well as the entire back-catalogue of Patreon bonus episodes, become a Chronicles Tifosi Patron today by subscribing at serieachronicles.com/patreon ****** Roma parked the bus in predictable Mourinho fashion against Napoli, leaving us wanting more from them, while Napoli keeps on doing Nap...