Scot and Joey, recording 24 hours after Roma's 2–0 win at Hellas Verona sealed a third-place finish and a return to the Champions League for the first time in seven years. Svilar with seven saves. Mallen with a penalty rebound. El Shaarawy's final act in a Roma shirt. And Milan and Juventus, who only needed a draw, left with nothing.

The long wait is over. Roma are back at the top table.

Forza Roma, always.

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Scot is joined by Joey and J-Mak, recording roughly 90 minutes after Roma 2–0 Lazio — a victory and a result that puts Roma in fourth place with one game left. Gianluca Mancini, the unlikeliest of heroes, headed in both goals and celebrated each one in front of the Curva Sud. The Olimpico was half-empty on the blue side, a Serie A scheduling circus that left fans across the world guessing the kickoff time until Thursday night, and a red card for Wesley that had Joey nervous going into the final week.

Plus a tribute to Stephan El Shaarawy and his decade of top-corner bangers at Roma, the Champions League arithmetic with Juventus losing at home and destiny fully in Roma's hands, and what next week's trip to Verona means for a squad that has waited eight years for this moment.

One game left. Roma are fourth. It's in their hands.

Forza Roma, always.

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Scot is joined by returning guest J-Mart, recording 20 minutes after Parma 2–3 Roma — a game that felt lost with three minutes to go and turned into something nobody watching will forget. The latest Roma goal in 20 seasons, a contested handball, a red card, a VAR call that flipped the script, and 11 minutes of stoppage time that aged everyone listening by a decade.

Plus the substitution that turned the night, the Koné rumours nobody wants to think about, a new name in the frame for sporting director, and a Dybala quote that landed like a punch. Two games left. Roma still have it in their hands.

Forza Roma, always.

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A 4–0 win at home over Fiorentina is the focus of this episode, as Scot goes solo to break down what he calls Roma's best performance under Gasperini in Serie A this season. Goals from Mancini, Wesley, Hermoso and a Pisilli header sealed it, with Malen hitting the bar twice and a midfield three of Koné, Cristante and Pisilli running the show.

Scot then turns to Pisilli's rise — three months ago he was on his way out to Genoa or Sassuolo, now he's one of the first names on the team sheet. 82 passes against Fiorentina, 92.7% accuracy, a goal, and how the European campaign quietly turned his Roma career around.

Plus, Inter crowned champions, Juventus and Napoli held, Milan stuck on one goal in five, and a top-four race that opens right up with three to play — Parma away, the derby at home, and Hellas Verona to close.

Forza Roma, always.

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Roma's 2–0 win away at Bologna is the focus of this episode, as Scot is joined from Seoul by returning guest Joey to break down the Giallorossi's first win at the Dall'Ara since December 2020. Donyell Malen scored the opener with a sharp finish into the far corner, and Neil El Aynaoui added a second right before half-time. Wesley returning to the lineup made a clear difference.

Scot and Joey then look at Roma's slide out of the top four after the Juventus loss, the fact that they've only beaten one of the so-called "seven sisters" all season, and how Vincenzo Italiano's switch to a back three played into Roma's hands. They also cover the Ranieri–Gasperini fallout and Ranieri's "third or fourth choice" comments, Frederic Massara's likely exit, and what comes next for the squad — Dybala on reduced wages, the case for moving on from Pellegrini and Cristante, and the growing roles of Soulé and Pisilli.

Plus, Malen's permanent move from Aston Villa for around €25m, the four remaining fixtures, the Coppa Italia final, and why Roma fans should be hoping Inter win it.

Forza Roma, always.

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Roma's 3–0 win over Pisa is the focus of this episode, as Scot goes solo to break down a much-needed return to form after a difficult run. The night belonged to Donyell Malen, whose ruthless hat-trick — inside three minutes, just before the break, and early in the second half — gave Roma the kind of clinical edge that has been missing in recent weeks.

The conversation looks at Malen's growing impact since arriving on loan in January and what his form means for Gasperini's attacking options heading into the run-in. Scot then turns to the race for the top four, with Roma sitting sixth on 57 points in a tight pack alongside Como, Juventus, and Milan, and examines the final six fixtures for each of the contenders chasing Champions League qualification.

Forza Roma, always.

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Scot is joined by Chris, an Inter fan and the voice behind The Calcio Blog on X, for a crossover-style conversation that blends rivalry with a shared passion for Italian football. The episode opens with Chris’ journey into supporting Inter and his broader love for Serie A, setting the stage for a balanced and insightful discussion.

The guys break down Inter’s 5-2 win over Roma from both perspectives, analyzing what went right for Inter and where things fell apart for Roma. Beyond the match, the conversation expands into Serie A as a whole, including fan culture, the experience of traveling to Italy to watch games, and, of course, the food that makes calcio trips unforgettable.

Forza Roma, always.

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Roma’s recent fragility is the focus of this episode, as Scot and Imran examine the underlying issues behind a run of inconsistent performances. The conversation looks beyond results to explore what’s driving the team’s lack of stability and where responsibility may lie.

The discussion also covers Roma’s 1–0 win over Lecce, tensions involving Massara, Ranieri, and Gasperini, and the implications of Zeki Çelik’s reported salary demands. It’s a broader look at a side searching for balance both on and off the pitch.

Forza Roma, always.

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Roma’s recent results take center stage in this extended episode, as Scot is joined by James (JMac) for a full breakdown of the week’s key developments. The conversation begins with Roma’s 2–1 defeat to Genoa before turning to the 1–1 draw with Bologna in the Europa League, leaving everything to be decided in the return leg at home next week.

The discussion also covers the injury concerns surrounding Paulo Dybala and Evan Ferguson, the growing scrutiny around sporting director Ricky Massara’s future, and a wider look at how Italian clubs are performing across European competitions.

Forza Roma, always.

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Roma’s 3–3 draw with Juventus is the focus of this episode, as Scot breaks down a match that appeared firmly in hand at 3–1 before slipping away in the final minutes. For 70 minutes, Roma controlled the tempo and imposed their structure, only to see that authority dissolve late on.

The discussion centers on Gasperini’s in-game management, the shift in momentum after the changes, and the defensive lapses that allowed Juventus back into the match. Two poor goals conceded turned a commanding home performance into a frustrating draw.

Forza Roma, always.

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