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Stephen Kasiewicz

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Writer. Italian football. Sampdoria, Napoli, etc. European and world football. Scotland and Italy national teams. South Korean cinema enthusiast. Films. NBA, Mavs. World traveller. CA, via South Korea and Glasgow. https://stephenkasiewicz.wordpress.com/

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Stephen Kasiewicz @skasiewicz.bsky.social · Nov 13

For anyone out there interested in Italian football - Sampdoria and Napoli especially - and football in general (also Scottish and European), South Korean cinema, movies, travel (might post random pics) then I might be worth a follow. Not sure what to expect here.

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Stephen Kasiewicz @skasiewicz.bsky.social · 23h

You never know though. You might at least see some of the players, but could be a long wait.

Stephen Kasiewicz @skasiewicz.bsky.social · 1d

No problem, unless they have open training days then probably not. If you have time to spare you could go to Milanello and try your luck. They do tend to be quite strict about these things in Italy though.

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Stephen Kasiewicz @skasiewicz.bsky.social · 1d

Absolutely tremendous comeback for Scotland to win against Greece.
Delighted that Lewis Ferguson scored his first international goal. The Bologna midfielder has one of the best in his position in Italy over the last couple of years.

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Verona Campione @rickhough.bsky.social · 3d

My latest for @gentlemanultra.bsky.social on the emergence of a new Danish legend at Hellas Verona

www.gentlemanultra.com/2025/10/07/n...

Notes from Verona Column -

With just three points on the board after six games, Richard Hough, author of Verona Campione, the Miracle of 1985, reports on Verona’s emerging international stars currently catching the eye and asks...

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Stephen Kasiewicz @skasiewicz.bsky.social · 5d

Plenty of grit as Napoli find a way to win again. McTominay in a more natural position where he can be much more effective. This is where the Scottish international should stay, it's clear he's not comfortable on the left side of midfield.

Stephen Kasiewicz @skasiewicz.bsky.social · 5d

The best half of the season, four goals and a first victory. Brilliant attacking performance. Quite unbelievable. Donati remains at Sampdoria for now with the Blucerchiati finally off the bottom of the Serie B table. Cherubini and Pafundi must start every game from now on.

Stephen Kasiewicz @skasiewicz.bsky.social · 6d

A nonexistent penalty, awful defending, a lot of meaningless possession and very few actual efforts on goal. Pafundi expected to take on the entire Pescara defence without any assistance every time he gets the ball. Sampdoria trail Pescara at half-time.

Stephen Kasiewicz @skasiewicz.bsky.social · 6d

Roma temporarily top of Serie A. It's not the Gasperini style but can't argue with results. Soule the stand out again. An excellent goal and assist. Pretty dire start for Fiorentina who still haven't won in the opening six games.

Stephen Kasiewicz @skasiewicz.bsky.social · 6d

Sampdoria still searching for their first victory of the season as they host Pescara today. Donati, winless in six Serie B games, fields Cherubini, Pafundi and Coda in attack. Something has to happen to end the misery. Watch on @destinationcalcio.bsky.social for free at 8:15am (PST).
Forza Samp.

Stephen Kasiewicz @skasiewicz.bsky.social · 6d

Only caught the final stages of the game. Definitely hoping Che Adams can propel Scotland to another two victories in the big World Cup qualifiers.

Stephen Kasiewicz @skasiewicz.bsky.social · 6d

Emphatic Inter win. Could have been far more. Cremonese were far too passive up until the last five minutes. Expect the Nerrazzuri to challenge for the title again. Far too many assumptions made after a disappointing conclusion to last season. Bonny excellent today.

Stephen Kasiewicz @skasiewicz.bsky.social · 7d

Good to see Che Adams score his first Serie A goal of the season in Torino's dramatic 3-3 draw at Lazio. The arrivals of Simeone and Ngonge and Zapata's return from injury are going to make it very difficult for the Scottish international to get regular game time this season.

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Verona Campione @rickhough.bsky.social · 8d

My latest for @gentlemanultra.bsky.social reflecting on yet another premature exit from the Coppa Italia for Hellas Verona.

www.gentlemanultra.com/2025/10/02/n...

Notes from Verona column -

All the latest news, views and opinions from the Bentegodi with Richard Hough, author of Verona Campion, the Miracle of 85.

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Stephen Kasiewicz @skasiewicz.bsky.social · 12d

That's great, hope you have a fantastic trip.

Stephen Kasiewicz @skasiewicz.bsky.social · 12d

I remember, all decent enough considering the lack of talent and knowledge elsewhere.

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Stephen Kasiewicz @skasiewicz.bsky.social · 12d

Not sure if they use the world feed commentators in the UK coverage at all. Pascali used to play for Kilmarnock.

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Stephen Kasiewicz @skasiewicz.bsky.social · 12d

They're the absolute best in the business in my opinion. Kendrick and Pascali are usually on the Serie A world feed but sometimes Paramount have their own commentary, which is not great. I find almost all analysis and commentary to be utter rubbish nowadays, could do a better job myself!

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Stephen Kasiewicz @skasiewicz.bsky.social · 12d

Defending definitely wasn't good enough. Marianucci wasn't entirely to blame but shouldn't have started in such a big game. We'll have to agree to disagree on Lang. Didn't think he was that bad. I would like to see Lang and Neres start on the wings, impossible though with Conte's preferences.

Stephen Kasiewicz @skasiewicz.bsky.social · 12d

Miguel Gutiérrez was really impressive despite the disappointing result for Napoli. Always demanding the ball, pushing high up the field and pressing well. Looks an excellent signing.

Stephen Kasiewicz @skasiewicz.bsky.social · 12d

An almighty struggle but Europe finally get over the line. The US was always going to do better in the singles than the pairs. Absolutely disgraceful conduct from the crowds again, pathetic stuff from noises during backswings to 'get in the bunker.' Shame they weren't all thrown out.

Stephen Kasiewicz @skasiewicz.bsky.social · 12d

Just going to stick with Paramount +.
Already paid for the subscription and it has all Serie A and Coppa Italia games. The mute button a good option for the supposed analysis and commentary.

Stephen Kasiewicz @skasiewicz.bsky.social · 12d

Milan defended extremely well to hang on for the win. Modric brilliant. Tough debut for Marianucci. No doubt about the penalty or red card. Lang and Neres should have been on sooner. Rabiot lucky to escape a red. An utterly compelling game.

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Stephen Kasiewicz @skasiewicz.bsky.social · 12d

It's not as if Napoli haven't created anything, the Anguissa header, Di Lorenzo half chance and McTominay penalty claim, but they've been far too open at the back. Changes needed at the break. Beukema, Lang and Lucca.

Stephen Kasiewicz @skasiewicz.bsky.social · 12d

Paramount+ in the US.

Stephen Kasiewicz @skasiewicz.bsky.social · 12d

Napoli sliced open far too easily again. Great move and finish from Pulisic. Conte really has to look at this formation, it hasn't really functioned well despite the opening results. Poor team selection as well. Milan could easily be three up. Fofana should have scored when clean through.