Stephen Kasiewicz
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Writer. Italian football (Sampdoria and Napoli). European and world football. Scotland and Italy national teams. South Korean cinema enthusiast. Films. World traveller. CA, via South Korea and Glasgow.
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Stephen Kasiewicz
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Stephen Kasiewicz
Football, film and travel.
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Going to write more on football, films (mainly South Korean), travel and life here in California.
A mix of humour, observation and nostalgia.
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Going to write more on football, films (mainly South Korean), travel and life here in California.
A mix of humour, observation and nostalgia.
Of course barren not barrel
February 7, 2026 at 7:26 PM
Of course barren not barrel
Sadly it seems to have got much worse since VAR. There were always soft penalties in Italy, going back three or more decades. It's kind of ridiculous now though. There was slight contact on Vergara's ankle so technically it is a penalty I suppose.
February 7, 2026 at 7:20 PM
Sadly it seems to have got much worse since VAR. There were always soft penalties in Italy, going back three or more decades. It's kind of ridiculous now though. There was slight contact on Vergara's ankle so technically it is a penalty I suppose.
Attilio Lombardo in tears after last week's late win against Spezia and pointed to the sky following an impassioned celebration as Sampdoria finally end an eternity without an away victory at Modena.
A club legend that understands the frustration of the fans after a barrel few years.
A club legend that understands the frustration of the fans after a barrel few years.
February 7, 2026 at 7:18 PM
Attilio Lombardo in tears after last week's late win against Spezia and pointed to the sky following an impassioned celebration as Sampdoria finally end an eternity without an away victory at Modena.
A club legend that understands the frustration of the fans after a barrel few years.
A club legend that understands the frustration of the fans after a barrel few years.
Absolutely. Serie A has vastly different rules when it comes to awarding penalties, especially for non-existent hand balls. Hojlund a tad lucky. Genoa probably deserved a point.
February 7, 2026 at 7:04 PM
Absolutely. Serie A has vastly different rules when it comes to awarding penalties, especially for non-existent hand balls. Hojlund a tad lucky. Genoa probably deserved a point.
Napoli eventually prevail with a very soft and poorly taken penalty. So many controversial decisions in Serie A over the past few seasons, not just for hand ball. Buongiorno and Juan Jesus nowhere near their best in a topsy turvy game.
Wonderful McTominay goal, hope his injury is not serious.
Wonderful McTominay goal, hope his injury is not serious.
February 7, 2026 at 7:03 PM
Napoli eventually prevail with a very soft and poorly taken penalty. So many controversial decisions in Serie A over the past few seasons, not just for hand ball. Buongiorno and Juan Jesus nowhere near their best in a topsy turvy game.
Wonderful McTominay goal, hope his injury is not serious.
Wonderful McTominay goal, hope his injury is not serious.
Never been a fan of Juan Jesus, although Conte did help him put in some consistent displays. There's far too much criticism of individuals in general, sometimes it is justified though.
February 7, 2026 at 6:46 PM
Never been a fan of Juan Jesus, although Conte did help him put in some consistent displays. There's far too much criticism of individuals in general, sometimes it is justified though.
Yes, far too many mistakes in a short period of time. Maybe he needs a break to recover.
February 7, 2026 at 6:34 PM
Yes, far too many mistakes in a short period of time. Maybe he needs a break to recover.
Brilliant Napoli comeback.
Another stunning McTominay goal.
Buongiorno clearly not in the best of form but far too easy to criticise. Every player has good and bad stretches of games.
Another stunning McTominay goal.
Buongiorno clearly not in the best of form but far too easy to criticise. Every player has good and bad stretches of games.
February 7, 2026 at 5:25 PM
Brilliant Napoli comeback.
Another stunning McTominay goal.
Buongiorno clearly not in the best of form but far too easy to criticise. Every player has good and bad stretches of games.
Another stunning McTominay goal.
Buongiorno clearly not in the best of form but far too easy to criticise. Every player has good and bad stretches of games.
Two wins in a row for Sampdoria. A sensible transfer window with players that will actually make a difference in Serie B. Relatively confident there will be no repeat of last season's woeful scramble to survive. Virtually impossible to watch today's game once again.
February 7, 2026 at 4:19 PM
Two wins in a row for Sampdoria. A sensible transfer window with players that will actually make a difference in Serie B. Relatively confident there will be no repeat of last season's woeful scramble to survive. Virtually impossible to watch today's game once again.
Scotland's Six Nations over after one game. Such an abysmal performance in every aspect.
February 7, 2026 at 4:05 PM
Scotland's Six Nations over after one game. Such an abysmal performance in every aspect.
Always easier to be critical than positive, but Scotland really disappointing in the first half. Poor line-outs and defence, a lot of possession yet only one try. Great that Italy have improved but Scotland have to be much better than this especially with so many players in good form for Glasgow.
February 7, 2026 at 3:01 PM
Always easier to be critical than positive, but Scotland really disappointing in the first half. Poor line-outs and defence, a lot of possession yet only one try. Great that Italy have improved but Scotland have to be much better than this especially with so many players in good form for Glasgow.
Lucky to be able to watch Korean films in the cinema at CGV Buena Park by Regency Theaters in Buena Park, CA.
Reviews of Once We Were Us 만약에 우리 (2025) and No Other Choice 어쩔수가없다 (2025) will be on my site this week.
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Reviews of Once We Were Us 만약에 우리 (2025) and No Other Choice 어쩔수가없다 (2025) will be on my site this week.
#filmsky
February 4, 2026 at 9:41 PM
Lucky to be able to watch Korean films in the cinema at CGV Buena Park by Regency Theaters in Buena Park, CA.
Reviews of Once We Were Us 만약에 우리 (2025) and No Other Choice 어쩔수가없다 (2025) will be on my site this week.
#filmsky
Reviews of Once We Were Us 만약에 우리 (2025) and No Other Choice 어쩔수가없다 (2025) will be on my site this week.
#filmsky
Seems surreal when Sampdoria score a goal never mind actually win a game. Another subpar performance, backwards, sideways and always overcomplicating things. Brilliant goal from Matteo Ricci to win it late on. Samp up to 14th in the table, Lombardo in tears at the end.
January 31, 2026 at 8:34 PM
Seems surreal when Sampdoria score a goal never mind actually win a game. Another subpar performance, backwards, sideways and always overcomplicating things. Brilliant goal from Matteo Ricci to win it late on. Samp up to 14th in the table, Lombardo in tears at the end.
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Hvala Riera - with the enigma off to Eintracht, what legacy does his four years in Slovenia leave and will he succeed in Germany?
Hvala Riera - with the enigma off to Eintracht, what legacy does his four years in Slovenia leave and will he succeed in Germany?
Hvala Riera
On Albert Riera's move from Celje to Eintracht, what legacy does he leave?
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January 31, 2026 at 11:01 AM
New Writing
Hvala Riera - with the enigma off to Eintracht, what legacy does his four years in Slovenia leave and will he succeed in Germany?
Hvala Riera - with the enigma off to Eintracht, what legacy does his four years in Slovenia leave and will he succeed in Germany?
Meret excellent as Napoli resisted a Fiorentina comeback in the second half. A rather familiar uneven display from the Partenopei. Batches of dominance, defensive fragility and wasted chances.
January 31, 2026 at 7:03 PM
Meret excellent as Napoli resisted a Fiorentina comeback in the second half. A rather familiar uneven display from the Partenopei. Batches of dominance, defensive fragility and wasted chances.
Outstanding goal from Miguel Gutiérrez. Another player that should have been given more minutes for Napoli.
January 31, 2026 at 6:13 PM
Outstanding goal from Miguel Gutiérrez. Another player that should have been given more minutes for Napoli.
Nothing ever straightforward for Napoli. Could easily be out of sight, yet had to rely on two exceptional Meret saves. Di Lorenzo injury looks a bad one. A season blighted by injuries. The squad good enough to win most game though, regardless of who plays.
January 31, 2026 at 5:53 PM
Nothing ever straightforward for Napoli. Could easily be out of sight, yet had to rely on two exceptional Meret saves. Di Lorenzo injury looks a bad one. A season blighted by injuries. The squad good enough to win most game though, regardless of who plays.
You really have to wonder why Antonio Vergara wasn't given a chance at Napoli earlier. Injuries played a part of course but clearly a talented player. Shocking Fiorentina defending it has to be said. Really composed finish.
January 31, 2026 at 5:15 PM
You really have to wonder why Antonio Vergara wasn't given a chance at Napoli earlier. Injuries played a part of course but clearly a talented player. Shocking Fiorentina defending it has to be said. Really composed finish.
Great to see another Scot in Serie A as Kieron Bowie joins Hellas Verona. He'll need to start scoring immediately to prevent the Gialloblu from dropping down into the second tier.
Plenty of players have moved on to bigger clubs from Verona in the last few years. Often very soon after moving there.
Plenty of players have moved on to bigger clubs from Verona in the last few years. Often very soon after moving there.
January 30, 2026 at 7:22 PM
Great to see another Scot in Serie A as Kieron Bowie joins Hellas Verona. He'll need to start scoring immediately to prevent the Gialloblu from dropping down into the second tier.
Plenty of players have moved on to bigger clubs from Verona in the last few years. Often very soon after moving there.
Plenty of players have moved on to bigger clubs from Verona in the last few years. Often very soon after moving there.
Not sure why I overlooked Handsome Guys 핸섬가이즈 (2024), a barnstorming South Korean remake of the fantastic Tucker & Dale vs. Evil (2010).
A wondrous concoction of comedy and horror, which descends into utter bedlam.
#filmsky
Read my review here:
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A wondrous concoction of comedy and horror, which descends into utter bedlam.
#filmsky
Read my review here:
stephenkasiewicz.com/2026/01/28/h...
Handsome Guys 핸섬가이즈 (2024)
Director: Nam Dong-hyup Starring: Lee Sung-min, Lee Hee-joon, Gong Seung-yeon, Park Ji-hwan, Lee Kyu-hyung Country of Origin: South Korea Running time: 1h 41m A deadly chain of misconceptions…
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January 28, 2026 at 11:45 PM
Not sure why I overlooked Handsome Guys 핸섬가이즈 (2024), a barnstorming South Korean remake of the fantastic Tucker & Dale vs. Evil (2010).
A wondrous concoction of comedy and horror, which descends into utter bedlam.
#filmsky
Read my review here:
stephenkasiewicz.com/2026/01/28/h...
A wondrous concoction of comedy and horror, which descends into utter bedlam.
#filmsky
Read my review here:
stephenkasiewicz.com/2026/01/28/h...
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January 27, 2026 at 8:42 PM
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Not sure why I overlooked Handsome Guys 핸섬가이즈 (2024), a barnstorming South Korean remake of the fantastic Tucker & Dale vs. Evil (2010).
A wondrous concoction of comedy and horror, which descends into utter bedlam.
Read my review here:
stephenkasiewicz.wordpress.com/2026/01/28/h...
A wondrous concoction of comedy and horror, which descends into utter bedlam.
Read my review here:
stephenkasiewicz.wordpress.com/2026/01/28/h...
Handsome Guys 핸섬가이즈 (2024)
Director: Nam Dong-hyup Starring: Lee Sung-min, Lee Hee-joon, Gong Seung-yeon, Park Ji-hwan, Lee Kyu-hyung Country of Origin: South Korea Running time: 1h 41m A deadly chain of misconceptions…
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January 28, 2026 at 12:35 AM
Not sure why I overlooked Handsome Guys 핸섬가이즈 (2024), a barnstorming South Korean remake of the fantastic Tucker & Dale vs. Evil (2010).
A wondrous concoction of comedy and horror, which descends into utter bedlam.
Read my review here:
stephenkasiewicz.wordpress.com/2026/01/28/h...
A wondrous concoction of comedy and horror, which descends into utter bedlam.
Read my review here:
stephenkasiewicz.wordpress.com/2026/01/28/h...
Giovane had a few good games for Verona, definitely an exciting player on top form, but as you say more than one addition needed. Knowing Napoli there won't be any other significant squad reinforcements.
January 25, 2026 at 7:31 PM
Giovane had a few good games for Verona, definitely an exciting player on top form, but as you say more than one addition needed. Knowing Napoli there won't be any other significant squad reinforcements.
It's been quite unpredictable this season in some ways. I don't think - could be wrong of course - that Inter and Milan are going to win every game from now on. The Nerazzurri's strikers the obvious difference makers. You never know with Napoli.
January 25, 2026 at 7:30 PM
It's been quite unpredictable this season in some ways. I don't think - could be wrong of course - that Inter and Milan are going to win every game from now on. The Nerazzurri's strikers the obvious difference makers. You never know with Napoli.
That's it. Juan Jesus hasn't been all that bad under Conte but a terrible error to hand Juve a second goal. Just not good enough. Not sure Napoli are out of the title race just yet though.
January 25, 2026 at 6:39 PM
That's it. Juan Jesus hasn't been all that bad under Conte but a terrible error to hand Juve a second goal. Just not good enough. Not sure Napoli are out of the title race just yet though.