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Kelly Ripa and Mark Consuelos Step Into Italian Soccer Ownership in 'Running With the Wolves' Premiere

The series premiere revealed raw moments from a playful ‘throuple’ jab with co-owner Matt Rizzetta, local fan embrace, Ripa’s candid in-game meltdown

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Overview

  • Episodes 1 and 2 of Running With the Wolves premiered July 29 on ESPN and ESPN+, drawing viewers into the couple’s shift from daytime TV hosts to Campobasso FC co-owners.
  • Local supporters in Campobasso have warmly welcomed the American owners, with residents from children in jerseys to elderly fans showing enthusiastic support.
  • Mark Consuelos jokes that co-owner Matt Rizzetta is his “real work wife,” humorously describing their partnership as a “throuple.”
  • Kelly Ripa admits to feeling unexpectedly competitive during a match, confessing on camera that she wanted to tackle referees and felt like she was “going to vomit.”
  • The final two episodes of the four-part docuseries are scheduled to air July 31 on ESPN, with immediate streaming availability on ESPN+.