Spritz & Scrums - Italian Rugby Podcast

Spritz & Scrums - Italian Rugby Podcast

Author: Spritz and Scrums Language: English Episodes: 100
Spritz & Scrums-Italian Rugby Podcast is a conversation from the stands, a blend of passion and analysis that follows the unique journey of Italian rugby. The three hosts, united by their support for Benetton Rugby and a fondness for the iconic spritz, break down matches, discuss national team prospects, and explore the culture of the sport in Italy. This podcast offers an insider’s perspective for English-speaking fans around the world who want to go deeper than the mainstream headlines. Each episode feels like joining a lively discussion at a local bar, where tactical breakdowns sit comfortably alongside broader observations about the league, player development, and the growing identity of the Italian game. You’ll hear genuine fan reactions, informed debates, and the occasional clink of glasses that gives this show its distinctive character. It’s not just about scores and statistics; it’s about the stories, the personalities, and the heart behind Italian rugby. Tune in for regular episodes that capture the excitement, frustration, and hope that comes with following this particular corner of the sporting world. Spritz and Scrums delivers that specific blend of camaraderie and insight you naturally seek from a dedicated sports podcast, all filtered through a distinctly Italian lens.
Episodes
Benetton vs Leinster / Zebre vs Dragons - URC [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 34:18
Spritz and Scrums is back! It's been a wild final home weekend for both Italian URC clubs. Benetton pull off one of their most memorable results in years, beating a fully-loaded Leinster side with the last kick of the ga…
Benetton vs Munster / Edinburgh vs Zebre - URC [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 27:11
Another week, another painful one for Italian rugby fans. We break down Benetton's 15-45 home defeat to Munster including a bittersweet milestone for Seb Negri on his 100th cap and relive Zebre's heartbreaking 30-31 loss…
Benetton vs Exeter / Zebre vs Dragons - EPRC Challenge Cup [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 45:18
Both Italian sides are out of Europe EPRC Challenge Cup and the Spritz and Scrums crew are not taking it well. This week, the three Benetton fans process the heartbreak of a 41-point home defeat that still wasn't enough,…
Benetton vs Cardiff / Zebre vs Pau - EPCR Dreams [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 39:23
Benetton survive a nervy 38–35 thriller vs Cardiff to reach the EPCR Challenge Cup quarterfinals, while Zebre dominate Pau 31–15 for a historic home quarter-final. We break down the games!00:00 - Intro & Bilbao Fund02:30…
Glasgow vs Benetton / Zebre vs Ulster [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 41:28
URC is coming to a close! We talk about how Benetton Rugby fight hard at Glasgow, Zebre fall to Ulster with 14 men, and Italy miss yet another football World Cup00:00 - Intro06:32 - Glasgow vs Benetton21:49 - Zebre vs Ul…
Italy Six Nations Review - Ospreys vs Benetton / Zebre vs Scarlets [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 44:41
Italy's historic Six Nations campaign gets the full post-mortem treatment! We break down the emotional rollercoaster of beating England for the first time ever, only to get absolutely battered by Wales in the final match…
Italy vs England 2026 - 6 Nations History! [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:03:25
Italy makes rugby history! Italy finally defeats England 23-18 at the Stadio Olimpico in Rome during the Guinness Six Nations. Join us as we break down this historic victory, analyze the tactical battle, celebrate Italy'…
France vs Italy - Six Nations 2026 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:01:42
France vs Italy in the Guinness Six Nations was an incredible game and we talk about it and we look ahead to the biggest game of the 6 nations in Rome against England! 00:00 - Welcome 02:28 - Italy vs France Match Recap1…
Ireland vs Italy - Forward Pass? [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 52:47
We talk about the best game of the last weekend Guinness 6 nations - Ireland vs Italy - the near win and not a forward pass! We also look ahead to the France vs Italy! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more info…