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Fantasy Poolies Footy Show

Andrea Lombardo, Adrian Pena, Luca Forno

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Frequency: 1 episode/7d. Total Eps: 10

Welcome to Fantasy Poolies Footy Show —the ultimate banter-filled podcast for football fanatics! Hosted by former professional Andrea Lombardo and longtime friends Luca Forno and Adrian Pena. We dive deep into world football with a side of laughs and the occasional hot take on other sports.

Expect weekly candid conversations, locker-room stories, tactical insights, and plenty of banter from three former teammates who know the game inside out. Whether you’re here for the football insights or just the laughs, we’ve got you covered.

Kick back, tune in, and let's talk football—like only the Poolies can! 🎙️⚽🔥

IG: fantasypooliessports

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🎙️ Episode 10 – VAR You Kidding Me? UCL Semi-Final Recap ⚽🔥

Season 1 · Episode 10

Friday, May 9, 2025 • Duration 01:00:12

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This week on the Fantasy Poolies Footy Show, we break down the chaotic carnage of the UEFA Champions League semi-finals.
From Inter’s tactical clinic 🇮🇹 to Barça’s meltdown 🇪🇸, we dive into:

⚖️ VAR madness (yes, again)
🧠 Inter’s masterclass in grit and game management
🌟 The Lamine Yamal era is here
🎮 Coaching decisions that had us yelling at the screen
🧪 Fixture congestion, squad depth, and final predictions for PSG vs Inter
💭 And as always... a little banter with your footy fam

Hit play, argue with us, and don’t forget to subscribe so you never miss a hot take.
🚀 #HalfVolleyHotTakes #FantasyPoolies

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00:00 Introduction and Light Banter
00:17 Champions League Semi-Finals Overview
03:07 Inter vs. Barcelona: A Dramatic Clash
06:11 Injury Management and Player Resilience
09:20 VAR Controversies and Referee Decisions
12:06 Analyzing Key Moments and Fouls
17:10 Analyzing the Match Dynamics
18:01 Inter's Tactical Mastery
25:15 Individual Brilliance and Team Spirit
31:58 Coaching Decisions Under Scrutiny
37:06 The Beauty of Football and VAR's Impact
43:36 Semi-Final Reflections
49:27 Key Players and Tactical Insights
55:51 The Impact of Injuries on Performance
57:26 Final Predictions and Expectations

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Rocco Placentino on Canadian Soccer’s Grind, Youth Development, the Legacy of Di Tullio and the Saputo Family's impact on soccer in Quebec 🇨🇦⚽

Season 1 · Episode 9

Thursday, April 24, 2025 • Duration 01:01:40

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In this episode of The Technical Area, we’re joined by Rocco Placentino — former Canadian international and current Sporting Director at CS Saint-Laurent — for a powerful conversation on the real journey to becoming a professional in Canada.

Rocco shares:

His personal path from Quebec to the pros
The stories behind Ismael Kone and Moise Bombito
Why mentality, sacrifice, and work ethic are non-negotiables
The legacy of the late Jason Di Tullio and what he meant to Montreal soccer
The rise of unsanctioned academies, the role of parents, and what needs to change in Canadian development
The crucial influence of the Saputo family in shaping Quebec’s soccer culture

This one’s for the dreamers, the grinders, and anyone trying to navigate the system.
🎙️ Hosted by Andrea Lombardo

#FantasyPoolies #TheTechnicalArea #RoccoPlacentino #CanadianSoccer #CSStLaurent #QuebecSoccer #JasonDiTullio #YouthDevelopment #CPL #CanadaSoccer #FootyTalk #SoccerCulture

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UCL Semis Are Set: Arsenal’s Statement, Inter’s Survival, and the Road Ahead 🔥

Season 1 · Episode 8

Friday, April 18, 2025 • Duration 01:02:14

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The Champions League semi-finals are HERE — and Episode 8 of Fantasy Poolies Footy Show has dropped

We kick things off with a quickfire recap of the quarter-final second legs:

Real Madrid stunned at home by Arsenal 🫢
Inter holding off Bayern in a back-and-forth thriller 🛡️

Then we dive deep into the mouthwatering semi-final matchups:

Arsenal vs. PSG: Can Dembele stop the most balanced Gunners team we’ve seen in years?
Inter vs. Barcelona: A rematch 15 years in the making. Is it revenge or repeat?

Plus: 🚀 Half-Volley Hot Takes — bold claims incoming.
💬 Extra Time Banter — where we dig into your DMs and answer listener questions.

Follow, share, and send us your UCL final predictions — we might read yours next episode!

🎙️ Powered by Addis & Albert + The Genius Studios
📍 Hosted by Andrea Lombardo, Luca Forno & Adrian Pena

#FantasyPoolies #TheTechnicalArea #UCL2025 #ChampionsLeague #ArsenalPSG #InterBarca #SoccerPodcast #CPLTalk #CanadianSoccer #FootyBanter #UEFA #HotTakes #ExtraTimeBanter

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Barcelona Annihilate Dortmund | Rice Destroys Real Madrid | UCL QF 1st Leg Recap | FPFS

Season 1 · Episode 7

Friday, April 11, 2025 • Duration 58:51

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The UEFA Champions League Quarter-Finals kicked off with fireworks — and we’re breaking it all down on this episode of Fantasy Poolies Football Show.

👉 Pena opens with a love letter to Barça’s 4–0 thrashing of Dortmund
👉 Luca covers the rest: Arsenal bossing Madrid, Inter edging Bayern, and PSG flexing on Aston Villa
👉 We close with 🚀 Half-Volley Hot Takes — wild claims, some truth, maybe a little delusion

Whether you're team tiki-taka or park-the-bus, there’s something for every footy fan in this one.

This episode is brought to you by:
– Addis & Albert Inc. – Luxury events that don’t miss
– The Genius Studios – The agency behind brands that actually pop

Follow the show, drop a rating, and tag us with your UCL second leg predictions.

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Carmine Isacco: Legacy, Leadership & the State of Canadian Soccer

Season 1 · Episode 6

Tuesday, April 8, 2025 • Duration 01:03:49

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In this episode of The Fantasy Poolies Footy Show, Andrea Lombardo, Luca Forno & Adrian Pena sit down with the one and only Carmine Isacco — a true architect of the Canadian soccer landscape.

They cover it all:
🇨🇦 The evolution of soccer in Canada
🏆 League1 Ontario’s rise and the shift from OYSL to OPDL
⚽ How to actually develop players — and the accountability coaches need
🧠 The psychology of building a winning team
🎤 Respect for refs, local legends, and the importance of celebrating each other

Carmine shares honest reflections on his career, the systems in place, and what still needs to change to support players from all backgrounds. There's real insight here — and a few laughs along the way.

🎙 Hosted by Andrea Lombardo
📲 Follow us @fantasypooliesfootyshow on Instagram, YouTube and TikTok
💬 Don’t forget to subscribe, rate, and share!

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Inside the Technical Area with CPL and Halifax Wanderers Head Coach: Patrice Gheisar

Season 1 · Episode 5

Wednesday, April 2, 2025 • Duration 56:05

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In the premiere of The Technical Area by Fantasy Poolies Footy Show, we sit down with the first Head Coach to make the jump from League 1 Ontario to CPL — Patrice Gheisar, Head Coach of the Halifax Wanderers (CPL) as they kick off their 2025 CPL campaign in the next few days.

From his early days at Vaughan SC to leading at the pro level, Patrice shares his thoughts heading into the 2025 CPL season and the transition from coaching youth to commanding a professional sideline.

We dive into:

Preparation and Expectations for 2025
His Coaching Journey and the Vaughan Soccer Club days
Navigating egos and elevating young talent
Creating and Establishing Culture

00:00
Introduction to the Technical Area

04:37
Patrice Gheisar's Coaching Journey

08:53
Building a Team Culture

13:43
The Importance of Player Development

18:18
Vaughan Soccer Club's Impact

23:13
Challenges and Triumphs in Coaching

27:43
Future Aspirations and Goals

33:19
The Importance of Team Dynamics

33:42
The Future of Canadian Football

38:17
Challenges of Coaching in the CPL

41:08
Memorable Players and Coaching Lessons

45:36
The Role of Competitiveness in Coaching

50:39Building a Dream Team

Nations League, South American Chaos & Jonathan David's Next Club

Season 1 · Episode 4

Wednesday, March 26, 2025 • Duration 01:00:02

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EPISODE 4 – Nations League, South American Chaos & Canadian Transfer Drama

In this episode of Fantasy Poolies, the boys go international. 🌍
We cover:

🇨🇦 The CONCACAF Nations League drama and what’s next for Canada
🇪🇺 UEFA Nations League Quarterfinals — who's looking sharp, who's looking shaky
🇧🇷 South American World Cup Qualifying — pure chaos, pure vibes

🚀 Half-Volley Hot Takes:

Jonathan David’s inevitable summer move — where’s he headed?
The City of Toronto’s resale ticket packages… we said what we said.

As always, it's sharp analysis, shameless banter, and a couple controversial opinions we probably won’t walk back.

🎧 Listen now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get your footy fix.
📺 Full episode also on YouTube – hit subscribe and join the conversation.

#FantasyPoolies #SoccerPodcast #CONCACAF #UEFANationsLeague #CanadaSoccer #JonathanDavid #FootyTalk #football #USSoccer

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Comebacks, Title Races & Nations League Battles!

Season 1 · Episode 3

Wednesday, March 19, 2025 • Duration 01:07:52

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🔥 La Liga Chaos, EPL Title Race, Serie A Drama & Nations League Showdowns! 🇨🇦⚽🔥

Episode 3 of Fantasy Poolies Sports Talk is HERE! 🎙️ After a weekend full of comebacks, statement wins, and shocking results, we break it all down, PLUS preview Canada vs. Mexico in the Nations League and debate some spicy 🚀 Half-Volley Hot Takes!

🎧 What’s Inside:

✅ La Liga – The Weekend of Comebacks!

Barcelona’s insane 4-2 comeback against Atlético—Ferran Torres, Lewandowski, and Yamal lead the charge.
Mbappé rescues Madrid AGAIN—Real stays top with a late escape vs. Villarreal.
Atlético’s title hopes fading fast?

✅ Premier League – The Top 4 Battle Heats Up!

Who is taking the 4th and 5th UCL Spot?

✅ Serie A – Title Race & Shocking Results!

Inter thrashes Atalanta—title wrapped up?
Napoli drop points AGAIN—wheels falling off?
Juventus & Lazio humiliated—trouble ahead?

✅ Nations League – All Eyes on Canada vs. Mexico! 🇨🇦🔥

Massive test for Jesse Marsch—can Canada prove they’re CONCACAF’s elite?
USA vs. Panama – Any chance for an upset?
UEFA Nations League key matchups – Who’s got the most at stake?

🚀 Half-Volley Hot Takes!
🔥 Capello says Guardiola has ruined football—legend talk or old-school bitterness?
🔥 Red Bull Group interest in buying Juve real?—fact or fiction?

👀 Who’s winning Canada vs. Mexico? Does Guardiola’s style hurt football? DROP YOUR TAKES BELOW! 👇🔥

📢 Subscribe for weekly footy banter, bold takes & special guests coming soon! 🎙️⚽🔥

100 Million Reasons to Talk Football

Season 1 · Episode 2

Tuesday, March 11, 2025 • Duration 57:45

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Fantasy Poolies Sports Talk is officially back with Episode 2! 🎉 In this jam-packed episode, we dive into a wild weekend of European football, preview the Champions League return legs, and launch a brand-new segment—🚀 Half-Volley Hot Takes—for the spiciest opinions around.

⚽️ What’s Inside:

European Weekend Recap: Man United’s draw, Man City’s shock loss, a thrilling Serie A title race, and Real Madrid’s win.
UCL Round of 16 Preview: Predictions for Barcelona, Liverpool, and the Madrid Derby. Can Barca survive, or are they heading for disaster?
🚀 Half-Volley Hot Takes:
- Piqué’s 0-0 = 0 Points rule—game-changer or straight trash?
- Neymar’s annual “injury” for his sister’s birthday—coincidence or conspiracy?
- Infantino flirting with Drake as World Cup performer to clap back at Kendrick—brilliant or cringe?

🔥 Plus, a massive thank you to everyone who tuned in for our comeback episode! If you’re new here, make sure to subscribe, download, and follow us for more chaos and football banter.

📢 We need your help: We’re looking for someone to write us an intro song that captures the energy of the show! If you or someone you know has the skills, hit us up on Instagram.

🎧 Listen now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube, and all major platforms!
#FantasyPoolies #FootballPodcast #SerieA #ChampionsLeague #HotTakes #FootballTalk #UCL #FootyBanter 🎙️🔥⚽️

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WE'RE BACK! | Serie A Recap, Champions League Drama & ‘In the Locker’ Debates

Season 1 · Episode 1

Wednesday, March 5, 2025 • Duration 51:57

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After nearly 4 years away, Fantasy Poolies Sports Talk is officially back! 🎉 In this comeback episode, hosts Andrea Lombardo, Luca Forno, and Adrian Pena dive into a wild weekend in Serie A, break down the latest Champions League results, and introduce a brand-new segment—‘In the Locker or Not’—where we debate the hottest takes in football.

⚽️ What’s Inside:

Serie A Recap: Napoli vs. Inter, Juventus’ win, and Milan’s meltdown.
Champions League Drama: Recaps and reactions to Real Madrid vs. Atletico, Arsenal’s demolition job, and more!
Hot Takes: Is Jesse Marsch right about diving into the “51st state” debate? Is Zidane overrated? Travis Hunter vs. Shohei Ohtani—who’s really doing the impossible?

🔥 Plus, we couldn’t resist taking a few jabs at SDG’s ego and debating if our content is better than the Kelce brothers’. Spoiler: it is. 😉

📢 Subscribe and follow to never miss an episode!
🎙️ Find us on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and all major platforms.

#FantasyPoolies #FootballPodcast #SerieA #ChampionsLeague #FootyBanter #PodcastLife #HotTakes

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