Norway, World Cup and Italy
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Italy icon Gianluigi Buffon’s son scored a hat-trick on the international stage for the first time in his career this week. But Louis Buffon didn’t achieve the feat representing the
Since Gattuso's arrival, Italy have been hitting the net regularly - but not quite at Norway's incredible pace. With the pressure off, both sides can play out an open final fixture, as Norwegian fans celebrate their return to the global stage.
Italy left it late to secure a 2-0 victory away against Moldova in World Cup qualifying on Thursday evening, but are practically guaranteed to finish the
For Spalletti, there was also another very harsh outburst: Italy snatched a lucky draw against Croatia at the end of the group stage in the European Championship, advancing to the next round. Responding sharply to journalists' questions, Spalletti let loose when asked about a "pact" made in the locker room.
With Norway on the brink of direct qualification, it will be déjà vu yet again for Italy as they will look to qualify for the World Cup through a playoff.
Carlo Ancelotti is confident that Italy will qualify for the 2026 World Cup and hopefully meet Brazil in the Final: ‘Emotionally, it would be wonderful.’Brazil coach Ancelotti released an
Hence, it is seemingly evident that coach Gennaro Gattuso’s side will most likely finish runner-ups in the Group, forcing the Azzurri to take part in a two-legged play-off match to determine whether they will take part in the 2026 World Cup.
Norway might go to the World Cup after an 18-year absence thanks to Erling Haaland's brace. This also puts Italy in a world of trouble.
ITALY are still chasing down Norway with two games to go in World Cup qualifying, ahead of their clash against group whipping boys Moldova. And brand new Betfred customers can claim a fantastic
Juventus has published its new Sustainability Report, becoming the very first football club in Italy to report in line with the Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD) and European ESRS