Fratelli d'Rugby - The Italian Rugby Podcast
by Mike Petretta and Ottavio Arenella
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Fine Margins in Dublin: Italy Tested, Ireland Tempered
Feb 22, 2026
54m 20s
6N 2026: Italy start with a WIN IN ROME! 🇮🇹🏉
Feb 11, 2026
57m 08s
🇮🇹🏉6 Nations Preview with Stephen Varney
Feb 4, 2026
26m 07s
Mid-Season Review - Where is Italian rugby at?
Jan 18, 2026
1h 02m 48s
Italian Teams VICTORIOUS - Investec Challenge Cup Round 1 Review
Dec 9, 2025
57m 57s
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| Date | Episode | Topics | Guests | Brands | Places | Keywords | Sponsor | Length | |
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| 2/22/26 | Fine Margins in Dublin: Italy Tested, Ireland Tempered✨ | rugbySix Nations+3 | — | — | ItalyDublin+1 | ItalyIreland+5 | — | 54m 20s | |
| 2/11/26 | 6N 2026: Italy start with a WIN IN ROME! 🇮🇹🏉✨ | Six Nations ChampionshipItaly Rugby+4 | — | — | ItalyScotland+1 | ItalyScotland+6 | — | 57m 08s | |
| 2/4/26 | 🇮🇹🏉6 Nations Preview with Stephen Varney✨ | 6 NationsItalian Rugby+4 | Stephen Varney | Exeter Chiefs | ItalyDevon | Stephen VarneyExeter Chiefs+5 | — | 26m 07s | |
| 1/18/26 | Mid-Season Review - Where is Italian rugby at?✨ | Italian rugbyURC season+4 | — | Zebre ParmaBenetton Treviso | — | Italian rugbyZebre Parma+5 | — | 1h 02m 48s | |
| 12/9/25 | Italian Teams VICTORIOUS - Investec Challenge Cup Round 1 Review✨ | Italian rugbyInvestec Challenge Cup+3 | — | BenettonJohannesburg+3 | Stadio LanfranchiItaly | Italian rugbyInvestec Challenge Cup+5 | — | 57m 57s | |
| 11/30/25 | 🇮🇹 Italy vs 🇨🇱 Chile — Azzurri Quality Prevails, Chile Impresses✨ | Italy vs Chilerugby match analysis+3 | — | Los Cóndores | ItalyChile | ItalyChile+5 | — | 32m 53s | |
| 11/19/25 | What If's in Turin - Italy vs Springboks Review✨ | rugbyItaly vs Springboks+3 | — | — | ItalySpringboks+1 | ItalySpringboks+6 | — | 49m 22s | |
| 11/12/25 | 🇮🇹🏉 Nothing Gifted, Only Taken✨ | Italy rugbyhistoric victory+3 | — | Allianz Stadium | ItalyUdine+3 | Italyrugby+6 | — | 50m 14s | |
| 10/16/25 | 🇮🇹 URC Round 3 Breakdown — Benetton Shine, Zebre Stumble✨ | United Rugby ChampionshipBenetton Treviso+3 | — | Benetton TrevisoLions+2 | — | rugbyBenetton Treviso+3 | — | 50m 19s | |
| 10/9/25 | Double victory for the Italian teams 🇮🇹✨ | URC Round 2Italian rugby teams+4 | — | Benetton TrevisoGlasgow+2 | ItalyFrance+1 | Italian rugbyURC+5 | — | 52m 31s | |
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| 9/30/25 | 🇮🇹🏉 Season 4 Kick-Off: URC 24/25 Round 1, Zebre & Benetton analysis and Italians Abroad | Send a text 🚨 URC Kick-Off 🚨 The FD’R Podcast is back for Season 4, bringing you all things Italian rugby with analysis, debate, and bold predictions. In this episode, we break down: 🔥 A full review of the opening round of the 2024/25 United Rugby Championship 🟢 Insights on Zebre's opening game victory against Edinburg and Benetton’s disappointing loss away at Connacht 🌍 Italians making waves abroad in the Top14 and Premiership Cup Support the show Like, Share, Rate and Subscribe. For a... | 58m 00s | ||||||
| 9/26/25 | We're BACK! 🇮🇹🏉 | Send a text 🚨 Season 4 is here! 🚨 The FD’R Podcast returns for another year of Italian rugby insight, debate, and big predictions. In this episode, we dive into: 🔥 A full preview of the 2024/25 URC season 🟢 What to expect from Zebre & Benetton this year 🌍 Italians making their mark abroad in the Top 14 and Premiership Cup Join us as we break down the stories, rivalries, and players to watch this season. Whether you’re a die-hard fan or just curious about Italian rugby’s growing in... | 1h 03m 25s | ||||||
| 7/23/25 | Italy beat Wales for 7th Place, Lions maul the Wallabies | Send 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 cove... | 1h 04m 26s | ||||||
| 7/8/25 | Whistle to Whistle: South Africa v Italy Reviewed | Send a text 🎙️ Episode Breakdown: South Africa vs Italy – First Test at Loftus! In this episode of Fratelli di Rugby, we dive into all the action from the first test match between South Africa and Italy in Pretoria. From tactical battles and momentum swings to standout players and missed chances — we leave no ruck unturned. Relive the highs, lows, and bone-crunching hits of this epic clash at Loftus Versfeld, and stick around as we look ahead to the rest of the series with bold predictions,... | 1h 08m 36s | ||||||
| 6/25/25 | Lions Shock, Italy's Summer Squad & Top 14 Drama! | Send a text The summer of rugby is heating up and Fratelli d'Rugby is back with a massive episode full of breaking news, bold takes, and expert analysis from across the global game! 🔥 This week on the pod: 🇮🇹 Italy vs Namibia Preview – Full breakdown of Italy’s squad for their summer test opener. Who’s in, who’s out, and which players could make the difference? 🇦🇷 Argentina Stun the Lions – The Pumas defeat the British & Irish Lions in Madrid! How did Contepomi’s men pull it off—and wh... | 51m 27s | ||||||
| 6/11/25 | URC - Semi's + More Italian News | Send a text What a weekend of rugby, plenty to talk about this week both on and off the pitch! Support the show Like, Share, Rate and Subscribe. For all our socials please follow: https://linktr.ee/fratellidrugby | 1h 00m 02s | ||||||
| 3/11/25 | EP17: Rugby Round-Up: Italy's Battle at Twickenham | Send 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, bo... | 1h 04m 42s | ||||||
| 2/27/25 | EP16: Six Nations Showdown: Italy well beaten in Rome, France victorious | Send 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 against F... | 1h 08m 37s | ||||||
| 2/22/25 | EP15: Benetton and Zebre WIN! | Send 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 fo... | 51m 22s | ||||||
| 2/22/25 | EP14: Preview of Azzurri vs Le Bleus - Battle of the Blues | Send 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. Support the show Like, Share, Rate and Subscribe. For all our socials please follow: https://linktr.ee/fratellidrugby | 43m 16s | ||||||
| 2/11/25 | EP13: Italy rise to the occasion in Rome | Send 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 dev... | 1h 14m 53s | ||||||
| 1/28/25 | Triumph and Turmoil: Zebre's Historic Win, Benetton's Tough Loss, and 6 Nations Italian Hopes | Send a text In 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.... | 58m 13s | ||||||
| 1/21/25 | EP11: Benetton’s Glory, Zebre’s Grit, and Six Nations Hype | Send a text This 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 sta... | 1h 02m 25s | ||||||
| 12/19/24 | EP10: Benetton’s Triumph, Zebre’s Future: Italian Rugby in Focus | Send a text In 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. Support the show Like, Share,... | 59m 45s | ||||||
| 12/10/24 | EP9: European Blues | Send a text In 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 ... | 1h 02m 03s | ||||||
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