Bottom Half Calcio

Bottom Half Calcio Podcast

A weekly Serie A podcast focused on the bottom half of the table. Using stats and clear analysis, I cover the relegation fights, underrated matchups, and tactical trends most people overlook. Fast recaps, deeper breakdowns, and the story behind the results.

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S1 · E6
Wednesday · 1 hr 18 min
Matchday 4 | Cesena Cremonese Serie B Thriller | Mastantuono Hat-trick Sinks Venezia | Bologna Sack Tedesco | Lecce Edge Monza
Matchday 4 of the 2026-27 season, and for the first time this year our match of the week comes straight out of Serie B. Cesena and Cremonese play out a wild 2-2 draw in Romagna, Christian Spendi bagging his fifth goal in four games before Cremonese — inspired by teenage Juventus loanee Adam Lechina — battle back from 2-0 down. Elsewhere in Serie B, Virtus Entella thrash newly-relegated Pisa 4-1 after a red card, Benevento stun Hellas Verona 3-1 behind a David Okereke wonder-strike, Avellino and Palermo share the points 1-1 in a game decided by super-subs, and Catanzaro finally get off the mark with a 1-0 win over Carrarese. Mantova stay perfect at the top as Francesco Rocco scores again in a 1-0 win over bottom side Sampdoria, who miss a penalty to boot. Over in Serie A, Bologna sack Tedesco after just four games — their second managerial change of the season alongside Fiorentina's early axing of Grosso — as Napoli grind out a 1-0 win at the Dall'Ara. Speaking of Fiorentina, new coach Vanoli gets his first win in style: Valentín Mastantuono scores a hat-trick as Fiorentina beat Venezia 4-2, leaving Venezia still the only team in Serie A without a point. Genoa and Frosinone share the points 1-1 despite Genoa captain Johan Vásquez both scoring and getting sent off, and Lecce edge a five-goal thriller with Monza 3-2 behind a Kulubali brace. Four matchdays in, and both ends of the Italian pyramid are already delivering chaos — this episode has it all, from Serie B's mid-table barnburner to Fiorentina's turnaround. Follow Bottom Half Calcio for weekly Serie A bottom-half and Serie B coverage. @bottomhalfcalcio 🎙️ Timestamps (00:00:00) Intro (00:01:05) Cesena Cremonese (00:16:34) Serie B (00:49:34) Fiorentina Venezia (01:01:42) Genoa Frosinone (01:12:37) Lecce Monza
S1 · E5
September 9 · 1 hr 27 min
Matchday 3 | Frosinone Stun Venezia | Fiorentina Sack Grosso | Lazio Fight Back Past Udinese | Cremonese Win Then Fire Their Coach
Matchday 3 of the 2026-27 season brings coaching chaos in Florence and another statement win for one of Serie A's newly-promoted sides. Fiorentina sack Raffaele Grosso after just three matches as Torino come from behind to win in Florence, and it gets worse: four players Fiorentina let go this summer all contribute goals for their new clubs this same weekend. Our match of the week is Frosinone's 3-2 win over Venezia in a fiery "condiment cup" clash, with Antonio Raimondo now up to four goals in three games. Elsewhere, Genoa fall to 0-3 with a heavy loss at Como, Parma and Monza share the points 1-1 behind goals from teenagers Simone Lantani and Jay Robinson, Cagliari edge past Lecce 1-0 on a Daniel Maldini header, Lazio come from behind to beat Udinese 2-1 through Davide Frattesi and Albert Gudmundson, and Bologna and Sassuolo trade blows in a 2-2 draw. Serie B brings its own chaos: Mantova and Cesena share a wild 1-1 draw between two of the league's hottest strikers, Hellas Verona romp to a 5-0 win over ten-man Arezzo, Cremonese finally get on the board with a win over Padova and fire their coach hours later, and Palermo stay perfect with a 4-1 win over Sampdoria. From Florence's coaching chaos to Cremonese's ruthless front office, this episode captures the wild swings that define the Italian bottom half three matchdays into the season. Follow Bottom Half Calcio for weekly Serie A bottom-half and Serie B coverage. @bottomhalfcalcio 🎙️ Timestamps (00:00:00) Intro (00:11:53) Frosinone Venezia (00:29:51) Parma Monza (00:39:17) Cagliari Lecce (00:48:27) Udinese Lazio (00:56:39) Serie B
S1 · E4
September 2 · 1 hr 35 min
Matchday 2 | Monza Udinese Five-Goal Thriller | Frosinone Stun Fiorentina | Roma Smash Lecce | Como Win at Napoli
Matchday 2 of the 2026-27 season is here, and Bottom Half Calcio has a special guest to help break it down. Match of the week honors go to Monza and Udinese, who play out a five-goal thriller in Monza that finishes 3-2 to the visitors. Elsewhere in the bottom half, Frosinone crash Fiorentina's 100th anniversary celebrations with a stunning 3-0 win in Florence, and Venezia continue to search for their first points of the season despite outplaying Milan for long stretches at the San Siro. This week's Roma section comes with a special guest: longtime Roma supporter Ricky Juarez joins Nick and Derek to break down Roma's 4-0 demolition of Lecce, a Daniel Malen and Paulo Dybala masterclass that keeps Gasperini's side perfect through two matches. Elsewhere in Serie A, Lazio keep rolling with a 1-0 win over Genoa behind former Inter man Davide Frattesi, Como claim a first-ever win at Napoli, Juventus cruise past Parma, and Atalanta snatch a stoppage-time winner at Bologna. Serie B delivers its usual chaos: Modena thrash Cremonese 3-0, a result so bad it gets manager Marco Giampolo fired within hours, while Palermo, Mantova and Modena all sit unbeaten at the top after two rounds. Palermo need a 90th-minute wonder-strike just to see off Arezzo 3-2. Two matchdays in, and the table is already scrambled — this episode breaks down every twist from the top of Serie A to the bottom of Serie B. Follow Bottom Half Calcio for weekly Serie A bottom-half and Serie B coverage. @bottomhalfcalcio 🎙️ Timestamps: (00:00:00) Intro (00:01:08) Monza Udinese (00:19:06) Frosinone Fiorentina (00:29:28) Lazio Genoa (00:36:31) Roma Lecce (01:02:42) Serie B
S1 · E3
August 26 · 1 hr 27 min
Matchday 1 | Lecce Grind Out a Win at Venezia | Roma Thrash Fiorentina | Cagliari battle past Parma | Serie B's Relegated Trio All Lose
Serie A and Serie B are officially back. Bottom Half Calcio breaks down the opening weekend of the 2026-27 season, from a scrappy win in Venice to a wild Serie B slate that saw all three relegated Serie A sides lose. Our match of the week is Lecce's gritty 2-0 win at newly-promoted Venezia, capped by a stunning header from substitute Tiago Gabriel. Elsewhere in the bottom half, Frosinone push Juventus but fall 1-0 in Randal Kolo Muani's Bianconeri debut, Inter shake off a scare from Monza to grab all three points, and Udinese share the spoils with Como in a battle of two new-look sides. Up top, Roma put on a Paulo Dybala masterclass to smash Fiorentina 4-0 at the Olimpico, while Max Allegri's Napoli era begins with a narrow win over Genoa on a contentious Kevin De Bruyne goal. Parma and Cagliari serve up a showcase for Serie A's next wave of Italian teenagers. Serie B delivers the chaos we love: Pisa, Cremonese and Hellas Verona, all three relegated from Serie A, lose their openers. Empoli edge Cremonese, Padova punish a howler from Pisa, and Ascoli hold on with ten men to stun Verona. Palermo, Mantova and Arezzo all pick up wins, and Sudtirol snatch a dramatic late goal down a man. From Lecce's grind in Venice to Serie B's relegated giants already stumbling, this episode sets the tone for a long, chaotic season in the Italian bottom half. Follow Bottom Half Calcio for weekly Serie A bottom-half and Serie B coverage. @bottomhalfcalcio 🎙️ Timestamps: (00:00:00) Intro (00:01:25) Lecce Venezia (00:13:26) Parma Cagliari (00:38:48) Fiorentina Roma (00:56:18) Serie B
S1 · E2
August 19 · 1 hr 20 min
Serie A 2026/27 Preview | Fiorentina's Historic Mercato | Monza, Venezia, Frosinone Spend Big | Lazio in Turmoil | Palermo the Serie B Favorites
Calcio is back this weekend, and before Matchday 1 kicks off Nick and Derek break down every major transfer storyline across Serie A and Serie B. They start with the three newly promoted sides. Monza have brought in Ricardo Mangas from Sporting CP and Gustavo Varela from Benfica, who scored twice on his Coppa Italia debut, plus a reunion with Cutrone and new coach Ivan Jurić. Venezia have smashed their transfer record with historic transfer Akor Adams and adding Basic on a free, while Frosinone have rebuilt around German-league talent under new boss Alvini, who's chasing a redemption story after his Cremonese exit. On the survival front, Lecce's transfer window looks bleak with only one signing and Thiago Gabriel edging closer to an exit, while Cagliari have brought in Harry Winks and Maldini even as the club deals with a frightening off-field health scare involving one of their players. Lazio's summer is a mess, with transfer restrictions, a shock Coppa Italia exit to a Serie B side, and a fanbase already bracing for a long season. Fiorentina, by contrast, have had arguably their best mercato in years rebuilding La Viola's entire spine. Up top, Roma and Juventus look like Inter's biggest scudetto challengers after strong windows of their own, and in Serie B, Palermo have gone all in and look like the team to beat for promotion. From newly promoted sides just trying to survive to Fiorentina's rebuild and Palermo's push back to Serie A, this episode covers the storylines shaping the season before a ball is even kicked. Follow Bottom Half Calcio for weekly Serie A bottom-half and Serie B coverage. @bottomhalfcalcio 🎙️ Timestamps:(00:00:00) Intro(00:00:55) Newly Promoted Teams(00:35:20) Lazio(00:41:19) Fiorentina(00:58:40) Roma Juventus(01:11:52) Serie B Palermo
S1 · E1
August 11 · 1 hr 2 min
Serie A 2026/27 Preview | Venezia, Frosinone & Monza Promoted | Cremonese, Verona & Pisa Look to Bounce Back | Players too look out for
The wait is over — Bottom Half Calcio is back for the 2026/27 Serie A season, and Nick and Derek break down everything that's changed at the bottom of Italian football since last May. We start with the three teams that went down, Then it's on to the three promotions in Venezia, Frosinone, and Monza, then we also touch on the Serie C promotions of Vicenza, Benevento, Arezzo, and Ascoli. Give our Predictions for the Serie A Season, as well as our Assist leader, MVP, and Capocannoniere From relegation survivors to big transfer window statements, this episode sets the stage for the storylines that will define the season — starting with Venezia hosting Lecce on matchday one. Follow Bottom Half Calcio for weekly Serie A bottom-half and Serie B coverage. @bottomhalfcalcio 🎙️
#9
May 5 · 1 hr 4 min
Matchday 35 | Serie B final Matchday | Lecce Crucial win | Verona Relegated | Pisa Relegated
Serie B Matchday 37 and Serie A Matchday 35 bring defining moments as the season nears its end. In this episode of Bottom Half Calcio, we focus heavily on the chaos in Serie B as the title race and playoff picture continue to tighten. Venezia wins the league in a 2–2 draw with Spezia, while Frosinone, Palermo, and Bari all pick up massive wins to keep the pressure on. The relegation race is on! All the play for in the last matchday. Across the league, every result feels decisive as the gap between promotion and playoffs continues to shrink, showing just how competitive Serie B has become heading into the final stretch. In Serie A, we break down a weekend full of mixed results in the bottom half. Lecce pick up a crucial win over Pisa, Udinese handle Torino comfortably, and Fiorentina suffer a heavy defeat to Roma. Meanwhile, draws in matches like Como vs Napoli and Atalanta vs Genoa highlight how tight things remain across the table. From promotion battles to relegation pressure, this episode covers the moments that are defining both leagues as we approach the end of the season. Follow Bottom Half Calcio for weekly Serie A bottom-half and Serie B coverage. @bottomhalfcalcio 🎙️ TimeStamps (00:00:00) Intro (00:04:00) Serie B (00:39:00) Pisa Lecce (00:50:20) Cremonese Lazio
#9
April 22 · 1 hr 16 min
Matchday 33 (ft. Trequartista Media) | Lecce Salvage a point | Como dip in form | Fiorentina
Special guest this week: Trequartista Media 🎙️ Make sure to follow and check out his content for more Calcio coverage. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/trequartistamedia/ @trequartistamedia Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@trequartistamedia @trequartistamedia Matchday 33 in Serie a Matchday 35 in Serie B brought pressure, dropped points, and clarity in the relegation race. In this episode of Bottom Half Calcio, we’re joined by our first-ever guest as we break down Lecce’s crucial 1–1 draw with Fiorentina—a result that could prove massive in the survival fight. We also discuss Fiorentina’s disappointing season, Como’s ongoing dip in form with over a month without a win, and what’s next for them. At the bottom of the table, Verona and Pisa both fall again, and relegation is starting to look inevitable for both sides. Over in Serie B, the title race continues to heat up. Monza and Venezia dominate with 3–0 wins, Palermo pick up another important victory, and Frosinone take down Modena to stay right in the race. From survival battles to promotion pushes, this episode breaks down the moments shaping the season. Follow Bottom Half Calcio for weekly Serie A bottom-half and Serie B coverage. @bottomhalfcalcio 🎙️ TimeStamps (00:00:00) Intro ft. Trequartista (00:01:40) Lecce Fiorentina ft. Trequartista (00:31:45) Como ft. Trequartista (00:45:00) Calcio Chat ft. Trequartista (00:52:00) Serie B (01:07:02) Serie A
#8
April 15 · 1 hr
Matchday 32 | Cagliari are safe? | Pisa and Verona Secure their fate | Pescara lose 2 late points | Fiorentina Triumph over Lazio
Serie A Matchday 32 and Serie B Matchday 34 delivered chaos, clarity, and defining moments across both leagues. In this episode of Bottom Half Calcio, we break down Pisa’s heavy 3–0 loss to Roma and ask whether their survival hopes are officially over. Cagliari take a massive step in the relegation battle against Cremonese, while Verona’s defeat to Torino raises serious questions about the club’s direction and long-term mismanagement. We also cover Sassuolo vs Genoa, Parma vs Napoli, and Lecce’s costly mistakes against Bologna—results that continue to shape the bottom half of the table. Over in Serie B, the title race and playoff picture take center stage. Venezia drop points, Monza stay strong, and Frosinone and Palermo share the spoils in a crucial clash. We dive into late drama across the league—from Catanzaro’s collapse to a stoppage-time equalizer, to Sampdoria’s last-minute win over Pescara in one of the games of the season. From relegation battles to promotion pushes, this episode captures the moments that define the season. Follow Bottom Half Calcio for weekly Serie A bottom-half and Serie B coverage. @bottomhalfcalcio 🎙️
#7
March 26 · 1 hr 6 min
Matchday 30 | Cremonese Back to Winning Ways | Serie B Title Clash | Fiorentina Hold On | Palermo Late Drama
Serie A Matchday 30 and Serie B Matchday 32 bring major moments at both ends of the table. In this episode of Bottom Half Calcio, we break down Fiorentina’s battle with Inter as they fight to secure crucial points in the survival race. Cremonese finally return to winning ways after two months, beating Parma and giving themselves a much-needed boost, while we also take a look at Udinese vs Genoa and what it means moving forward. Over in Serie B, the title race takes center stage as Venezia and Monza—1st and 2nd—face off in a massive clash. Palermo grab a late victory, while Pescara’s five-game unbeaten run comes to an end. From relegation pressure in Serie A to the promotion race in Serie B, this episode covers the key moments shaping the season. Follow Bottom Half Calcio for weekly Serie A bottom-half and Serie B coverage. @bottomhalfcalcio 🎙️ Timestamps (00:00:00) Intro (00:02:00) Genoa Udinese (00:12:29) MOTW + Serie B (00:43:30) Parma Cremonese (00:51:48) Roma Lecce (00:57:10) Fiorentina Inter
#6
March 18 · 1 hr 9 min
Matchday 29 | Fiorentina Survival | Serie b Title race | Verona Relegation | Pisa too little too late
Matchday 29 in Serie A and Matchday 30 in Serie B brings major shifts across both ends of the table. In this episode of Bottom Half Calcio, we break down Pisa’s 3–1 win over Cagliari and ask the big question — is it too little, too late in their survival push? Fiorentina take down Cremonese and leapfrog them in the table, giving themselves a real chance at staying up, while Verona’s relegation fears continue to grow. We also dive into Serie B, where the title race and playoff picture are heating up. Monza dominate Palermo 3–1, Catanzaro continue their strong run of form, and Pescara might just be turning their season around. From survival battles to promotion pushes, this episode covers the moments that are defining the season. Follow Bottom Half Calcio for weekly Serie A bottom-half and Serie B coverage. @bottomhalfcalcio 🎙️ TimeStamps (00:00:00) - Intro (00:01:45) - Cremonese Fiorentina (00:20:45) - Lecce (00:24:15) - Serie B (00:42:50) - Pisa Cagliari (00:52:50) - Torino Parma (00:58:30) - Verona Genoa
#5
March 4 · 1 hr 14 min
Matchday 27 | Serie B Title Race | Serie C Promotion explanation | Parma flying under Cuesta
In this episode of Bottom Half Calcio, we break down Matchday 27 across Italian football with a deep dive into the leagues that rarely get full attention. We start with Parma vs Cagliari, analyzing the tactical battle, the key moments that defined the draw, and what the result means for both sides moving forward. From there, we shift to Serie B, where we go game-by-game through Matchday 27. The title race continues to tighten between Frosinone, Monza, and Venezia, while the relegation battle grows more intense with Pescara, Virtus Entella, and Spezia all fighting to stay afloat. This week’s Match of the Week — Palermo vs Pescara — delivered huge implications at the bottom of the table. We also take a closer look at Fiorentina’s poor run of form and what’s behind their recent struggles. To round things out, we go in-depth on the structure of Italian football’s lower divisions — explaining exactly how relegation from Serie B to Serie C works, and breaking down the Serie C promotion system, including when teams enter the playoff picture and what it takes to move up. From tactical takeaways to survival pressure and promotion math, this episode covers the details that truly shape the season. If you care about the title race, relegation battles, and the deeper layers of Calcio, this is the place for it. Follow Bottom Half Calcio for weekly coverage of Serie A’s bottom half and the full Serie B promotion and survival drama. @bottomhalfcalcio Timestamps (00:00:00) Intro (00:01:30) Parma Cagliari (00:13:15) Serie B (00:44:33) Serie C Promotion Explanation (00:55:40) Lecce Como (00:58:00) Rest of Serie A
January 3 · 6 min
Welcome to Bottom Half Calcio | Intro Episode & Podcast Vision
Bottom Half Calcio is a podcast dedicated to Serie A with a specific focus on the lower half of the table. While much of the coverage around Italian football centers on the top clubs, this podcast highlights the teams, tactics, and stories that shape relegation battles and define the broader league landscape. This introductory episode outlines the vision and structure of the podcast. It explains the decision to focus on the bottom half of Serie A, the importance of tactical variety and competitive balance, and the goal of building an English-speaking community centered on discussion, analysis, and shared knowledge of Italian football. The podcast approaches Serie A from a neutral perspective, offering balanced coverage across all clubs rather than focusing on a single team. Emphasis is placed on match context, tactical creativity, key moments, and the unpredictability that often defines the lower half of the league. This episode serves as an introduction rather than a matchday review. Future episodes will include regular Serie A coverage, with a consistent emphasis on teams and narratives that receive less mainstream attention. Bottom Half Calcio is built for listeners interested in a deeper understanding of Serie A beyond the title race.

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