Italy’s hopes of securing a direct spot in the 2026 FIFA World Cup took a significant hit following a surprising defeat to Norway, resulting in the nation’s third consecutive appearance in the World Cup playoff stage. This unexpected setback underscores the challenges faced by the Azzurri as they strive to return to football’s biggest stage after missing out on the 2022 tournament. The loss has reignited discussions about the team’s current form, management strategies, and the future outlook ahead of the crucial playoff matches.
Italy Faces Third Consecutive World Cup Playoff Following Defeat to Norway
Italy’s national football team has once again found itself facing the tension and uncertainty of World Cup playoffs after a disappointing 2-0 defeat to Norway. This marks the third consecutive World Cup qualifying cycle in which the Azzurri have been unable to secure direct qualification, a situation that has raised pressing questions about the team’s current structure…
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Author : Isabella Rossi
Publish date : 2025-11-17 13:41:00
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