Spritz & Scrums - Italian Rugby Podcast

Spritz & Scrums - Italian Rugby Podcast

Author: Spritz and Scrums Language: English Episodes: 115
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
EUROPEAN CHALLENGE CUP ROUND 1: OSPvBEN & ZEBvCHE [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 40:25
Benetton may have lost the game, but they come away with their first 4-try bonus point of the season, Zebre have their first proper underperformance of the season, and a "friend of a friend" gets mad about Italian ticket…
BENvOSP & STOvZEB [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 43:13
Benetton had to dig in deep to avoid a shock defeat at Monigo, Zebre put in a super solid performance against last year's URC champions, and Eddie asks "is Danilo Fischetti just Faff de Klerk in a prop's body?" Hosted on…
#EDIVBEN and #LIOVZEB [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 51:04
Zebre have a defensive nightmare down under, and Benetton give us the heart attacks we didn't know we wanted when they steal an incredible win in Scotland. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
#ZEBVCAR and #GLAVBEN [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 39:11
Coach's superstition ensures Zebre Parma remain undefeated a second week in a row but Benetton slip up in the Glasgow rain. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2 Lions, a Zebra and a Bull [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 45:32
Benetton still undefeated in a tight game against the Lions at another sold out Stadio Monigo. Zebre rack up another bonus point against the Bulls, but are still without and a win and Italy's u20s win against Ireland. We…
Benetton VS Munster [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 35:48
With the new season of club rugby in its second week, we round up the Italian games of the weekend, reflect on South Africa's 4th world cup win and wonder how coach can be less prop like. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/p…
THE URC IS BACK BABY [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 49:12
After the highs and lows of Italy's World Cup, we move on to pastures new - the URC is back baby, and Benetton is looking good! The Leoni get their first win of the season AWAY FROM HOME, Zebre put on a cracker of a show…
ITA V NZ - ... everyone knows what happened... [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 42:55
A whiskey-fuelled episode putting together the pieces after Italy - New Zealand. Eddie lashes out at the Welsh, the Scots, World Rugby, Tier 1, Tier 2, everyone really, nobody's safe. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/priva…
ITA v URU - Turning things around convincingly [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 40:38
This week's episode includes a new format: 80mins in 2mins by Eddie, a look over a rollercoaster game vs a strong Uruguay, and a look forward to what Italy have to do to make history and put NZ to bed on Friday! Hosted o…