Italy secures playoff spot in 2026 World Cup qualifiers
Italy defeated Israel 3-0 in a 2026 World Cup qualifying match, CE Report quotes ANSA.
The national team did not play a brilliant first half but tried to set the pace and create chances, with attempts from Cambiaso, Retegui, and Raspadori.
Israel was dangerous on counterattacks, and Donnarumma had to thwart a couple of threats.
Just before halftime, Italy took the lead: Retegui was fouled in the penalty area, earning a penalty which the striker himself converted.
In the second half, Retegui scored again with a beautiful goal in the 74th minute.
Mancini sealed the win with a third goal in the 93rd minute.
The Azzurri secure second place in the group, advancing to the playoffs.
