Liveblog: Italy vs. Israel, 2026 World Cup qualifier

Liveblog: Italy vs. Israel, 2026 World Cup Qualifier

Italy hosts Israel in a 2026 World Cup qualifier, aiming to secure a play-off spot.

The match kicks off at 19.45 UK time (18.45 GMT) at the Stadio Friuli in Udine.

Italy is in second place, behind leaders Norway, and needs to win to secure a play-off spot after previously beating Israel 5-4.

Mateo Retegui is glad Italy are ‘absorbing the ideas’ of coach Gennaro Gattuso after beating Israel 3-0.

Author's summary: Italy secures World Cup play-off berth with 3-0 win over Israel.

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Football Italia Football Italia — 2025-10-15

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