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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.
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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!

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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.

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– Addis & Albert Inc. – Luxury events that don’t miss
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