The MF crew welcome in Marc Messina to discuss Italy's success this international window as well as his first-hand experience watching them play at Red Bull Arena in NJ and all the events leading up to it. "I've waited my whole life for this," he says. "To be there surrounded by all of my friends and family and to witness them score a goal and celebrate." He also discusses the connection of the community to their home country of Italy through the sport of soccer and what that means. Then the group chat about the expectations for this Italian side in the 2024 Euros as well as the fan engagement surrounding the team.

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