Marcello Cossali-Francis, Ottavio Arenella and Mike Petretta
80 episodes
4 weeks ago
Send us a text 🎙️ In this episode, we break down Italy U20’s thrilling World Championship victory over Wales, dissecting the big plays, standout performances, and what this means for the future of Italian rugby 🇮🇹🏆 Then we shift gears and head Down Under for a deep dive into the first Test between the Wallabies and the British & Irish Lions 🦘🦁 — tactical battles, selection choices, and everything in between. Whether you're here for the Azzurrini magic or Lions nostalgia, we’ve got you c...
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Send us a text 🎙️ In this episode, we break down Italy U20’s thrilling World Championship victory over Wales, dissecting the big plays, standout performances, and what this means for the future of Italian rugby 🇮🇹🏆 Then we shift gears and head Down Under for a deep dive into the first Test between the Wallabies and the British & Irish Lions 🦘🦁 — tactical battles, selection choices, and everything in between. Whether you're here for the Azzurrini magic or Lions nostalgia, we’ve got you c...
Send us a text In this week’s episode, Mike and Ottavio dive into all the action from Twickenham as Italy took on England in a thrilling Six Nations clash. They break down the key moments — what worked, what didn’t, and where both teams go from here. But that’s not all! We also spotlight the rising stars of rugby with a deep dive into the U20s showdown at The Rec in Bath. From standout performances to future prospects, we’ve got it all covered. If you’re a rugby fan craving expert analysis,...
Send us a text Italy vs France – Six Nations 2025 Review ✅ Match Analysis: Italy’s performance: What worked, what didn’t? Key moments that decided the match. Tactical battle: How did Quesada approach this game against France? Set-piece and breakdown performance: Progress or problems? Individual standouts – who impressed, who struggled? What does this result mean for Italy’s campaign? 🧐 Questions to Discuss: Did Italy show improvement from previous matches? Was the game plan effective agains...
Send us a text In this episode of our English-speaking Italian rugby podcast, we celebrate a historic weekend for Italian rugby! We dive into Benetton's impressive home victory over Ulster and Zebre's stunning away win against Edinburgh — marking only their second away triumph in over four years and the first back-to-back away victories. Plus, we discuss the exciting return of Stephen Aboud to Italy as the new Elite Pathway Director and what this means for the future of Italian rugby. Tune in...
Send us a text In this week's episode Ottavio and Mike delve into the upcoming 6 Nations match vs France this coming Sunday. We speak about 'Le bomb squad' with France opting for 7-1 and how we think we need to play to be successful in Rome. Like, Share, Rate and Subscribe. For all our socials please follow: https://linktr.ee/fratellidrugby
Send us a text Fratelli d'Rugby – Italy’s Historic Six Nations Victory & URC Action In this episode of Fratelli d'Rugby, we celebrate Italy’s unforgettable home victory over Wales in the Six Nations – a landmark moment for the Azzurri! We break down the key moments, standout performances, and what this means for Italian rugby on the world stage. We also turn our attention to the United Rugby Championship (URC), previewing the biggest matchups in the coming weeks and discussing the latest ...
Send us a textIn this episode, we dive into a rollercoaster weekend for Italian rugby! Benetton, missing 16 Italian internationals, suffered a heavy 43-0 defeat away to the Ospreys with a heavily rotated squad. Meanwhile, history was made as Zebre stunned Ulster with their first away win in four years, delivering a performance to remember.We’ll also give a quick preview of our upcoming YouTube live session this Thursday, where we’ll discuss the Italian teams’ prospects ahead of the 6 Nations....
Send us a textThis week, Otto and Mike delve into the thrilling action from European rugby, starting with Benetton’s historic Investec Champions Cup triumph over two-time champions La Rochelle—a victory that has set the rugby world alight. We also analyse Zebre’s valiant effort against Pau in the European Challenge Cup, highlighting the resilience of Italian rugby. With the Six Nations just around the corner, we turn our attention to the standout Italian players whose form could earn them a s...
Send us a textIn this week’s episode, Mike and Ottavio dive into the thrilling European Cup action, breaking down Benetton’s impressive home victory over Bath and Zebre’s narrow miss against a powerful Lyon side. They also tackle the big news of the week: Zebre Rugby’s potential sale. What does this mean for rugby development in the south of Italy and the dedicated Zebre fanbase? Join us for insightful analysis and passionate discussion on all things Italian rugby.Like, Share, Rate and Subscr...
Send us a textIn this episode of Fratelli d'Rugby, we dive into the challenging weekend for Italian teams in European competitions. Benetton Rugby fell to Clermont in a tough Champions Cup clash, while Zebre Parma suffered a defeat against Connacht in the Challenge Cup in Ireland.We break down the tactical keys of the matches, pivotal moments, and what these performances mean for the future of Italian rugby in Europe.🎙️ Join us for in-depth analysis, passionate commentary, and insights into t...
Send us a textIn this week's episode Ottavio and Mike discuss last weekend's action for both Italian franchises. This episode does feature a power cut but the show did go on.Like, Share, Rate and Subscribe.For all our socials please follow: https://linktr.ee/fratellidrugby
Send us a textJoin Otto and Mike this week as they dive into the penultimate Autumn International weekend, spotlighting Italy's valiant clash with the All Blacks in Turin. They'll preview the upcoming URC action and reflect on key lessons from this Autumn for Italian rugby.Like, Share, Rate and Subscribe.For all our socials please follow: https://linktr.ee/fratellidrugby
Send us a textJoin us live as we dive into all the action from Round 4 of the United Rugby Championship! We’ll break down the key moments, standout performances, and surprises from the Italian teams—Benetton and Zebre. What did they get right? Where can they improve? We’ll cover it all!⚡ Don’t forget to follow us on social media for more updates!Stay in the loop with all things rugby:🎧 Support the Fratelli d'Rugby Podcast on Patreon!Help us grow and enjoy exclusive content, including bonus ep...
Send us a textWe sat down with Dave Sisi, the new lineout coach at Zebre Parma! 🏉 A true rugby legend, Dave brings a wealth of experience as a former U20 World Cup Winner, a Zebre Centurion, and an Italian International. Now, he's stepping into a coaching role, ready to share insights from both his playing days and his new responsibilities at Zebre.We dove into his journey, his thoughts on the game, and his transition from player to coach. Don't miss out on this exciting live episod...
Send us a textIn this episode, we dive into the incredible match in Parma where #ZebreParma made history with a stunning victory over Munster, ending their long-awaited drought! 🏉🔥 We break down the key moments, standout players, and what this win means for the future of Italian rugby.On the flip side, we also analyze Treviso’s disappointing away performance against Glasgow. What went wrong for Treviso? Tune in as we discuss the highs and lows of Italian rugby this week.📌 Don't miss out on ou...
Send us a textJoin us for another exciting episode as we dive into the action-packed 1st round of the URC! ✅ Benetton Treviso's thrilling draw against Scarlets – a hard-fought battle that had us on the edge of our seats. What were the key moments, and how does this set the tone for the rest of their season?❌ Zebre Parma's tough defeat against Cardiff – a challenging start for the Italian side. What went wrong, and what can they learn from this first-round clash?Like, Share, Rate and Subs...
Send us a textIn this episode of Fratelli d'Rugby, Mike and Otto dives into the upcoming United Rugby Championship (URC) season for Italy's top teams, Benetton and Zebre. We analyse key players, expectations, and the challenges both squads will face in this highly competitive league. Join us for an in-depth breakdown of their prospects, strengths, and what fans can look forward to in the 2024 season!Like, Share, Rate and Subscribe.For all our socials please follow: https://linktr.ee/frat...
Send us a textIn this episode Ottavio and Mike break down the election results for the Italian federation presidential campaign where Andrea Duodo won by an almost 15% margin against the incumbent candidate Marzio Innocenti. We break down the start of Marzio's tenure looking at his manifesto and subsequent interviews identify any differences which may have contributed to the outcome of the election.We also look ahead to the new regime and try to speculate what this might mean for the fut...
Send us a textIn the last episode : SAMOA Game's review What to improve ahead TONGA's game The new Tonga squad profileTake aways from the last weekend of Test Rugby Welcome to the Fratelli d'Rugby Podcast! Join us as we dive into the world of Italian rugby, celebrating the rich heritage and vibrant future of the sport in Italy. Whether you're a die-hard fan or new to the game, our podcast brings you the latest news, in-depth analysis, and inspiring stories from the It...
Send us a textIn the last episode we dig into the stats, the caps, the names on SAMOA VS ITALY. New faces in our squad with Zarantonello from the bench and Gallagher starting at #15. FORZA AZZURRI FORZA ITALIA Welcome to the Fratelli d'Rugby Podcast! Join us as we dive into the world of Italian rugby, celebrating the rich heritage and vibrant future of the sport in Italy. Whether you're a die-hard fan or new to the game, our podcast brings you the latest news, in-depth ana...
Send us a text 🎙️ In this episode, we break down Italy U20’s thrilling World Championship victory over Wales, dissecting the big plays, standout performances, and what this means for the future of Italian rugby 🇮🇹🏆 Then we shift gears and head Down Under for a deep dive into the first Test between the Wallabies and the British & Irish Lions 🦘🦁 — tactical battles, selection choices, and everything in between. Whether you're here for the Azzurrini magic or Lions nostalgia, we’ve got you c...