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Jun 2025
1h 8m

Spalletti's Last Stand with Italy

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The FC crew are joined by Gab Marcotti to react to Italy's 2-0 win over Moldova and explain why manager Luciano Spalletti managed the team despite being sacked on Sunday. Plus, Mario Melchiot reacts to Cristiano Ronaldo's performance in the UEFA Nations League final. The guys also react to Rayan Ait-Nouri's move to Manchester City. Learn more about your ad ... Show More
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