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Lewa, Donnarumma & 11 stars at risk of missing the World Cup

The final international window before the end of the 2025-26 club season is here. For most of the globe's traditional powerhouses, this month is about finetuning ahead of the World Cup in the United States, Mexico and Canada. But not every team has the luxury of such forward planning, with several big-hitters still yet to punch their ticket to the tournament.

Italy, it’s playoff day: the squad list, Cambiaso ruled out

All the latest updates as kick-off approaches

How much does Italy stand to gain if it qualifies for the World Cup (and how much does it stand to lose if it doesn't)?

The World Cup serves as a barometer of Italy’s financial health: let’s look at the potential revenue and losses depending on whether or not they qualify for the tournament

Italy vs Northern Ireland: Stream, TV channels & where to watch

How to watch the World Cup Qualification UEFA match between Italy and Northern Ireland, as well as kick-off time and team news

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O'Neill: "Italy don't have Totti or Del Piero; the longer the match goes on at 0-0..."

Comments from the Northern Ireland manager ahead of the play-off semi-final against Italy.

Why wasn't Kayode called up to the national team?

The Brentford full-back has been left out of the manager's squad despite being one of the best full-backs in the Premier League

Bartesaghi: "Baldini? Just like Allegri at Milan"

Comments from the Rossoneri’s left-back at the Under-21 national team’s training camp.

Italy: Bastoni and Tonali back in training: optimism that they will start against Northern Ireland

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Retegui: "No pressure, just a real desire. Gattuso told me..."

The Italian-Argentinian-born player speaks on the eve of the World Cup play-off between the Azzurri and Northern Ireland

Gennaro Gattuso Italy NT press conference

Gattuso: "The most important match of my career – I'm carrying the weight of Italy on my shoulders"

The manager on the World Cup play-off semi-final match against Northern Ireland

Di Gennaro: "The players have ousted Spalletti from the national team; he can't keep his ego in check"

Udinese Calcio v ACF Fiorentina - Serie A

Kean’s brother: “In Retegui, he’s found someone just like him, another ‘tough guy’”

The words of the Fiorentina striker’s brother.

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Italian Football Federation 'Panchina D'Oro' Prize

De Biasi: “I should have been the national team manager”

Interview with Albania’s former manager.

Italy v Israel - FIFA World Cup 2026 Qualifier

'More than my own mother!' - Arsenal star reveals constant calls from Italy boss

Arsenal defender Riccardo Calafiori has opened up on the intense man-management style of Italy head coach Gennaro Gattuso, jokingly claiming the Azzurri boss has called him more frequently than his own mother in recent months. The versatile 23-year-old is preparing for a crucial World Cup play-off against Northern Ireland as Italy look to avoid missing out on a third consecutive tournament.

Italy Under-19s, aiming for the European Championships: Liberali the star, the opponents and where to watch the matches on TV and via streaming

The Elite Round of the Under-19 European Championship qualifiers kicks off on Wednesday 25 March

Italy: who will take the penalties in the play-offs?

Gattuso's possible options should a penalty be awarded.

Italy, Palestra: "I wasn't expecting Gattuso's call"

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Italy, Calafiori: "I've spoken to Gattuso more than my own mother over the last few months"

The comments made by the Azzurri defender at the press conference.

Disastrous World Cup 'hat-trick': Italy trembles at the prospect of another disaster

Italy is once again fearing for its World Cup hopes; the pressure on the four-time world champions is immense ahead of the decisive matches for one of the last places.

‘Fragile guy’ Chiesa given transfer advice amid Liverpool issues

Federico Chiesa, who has endured a tough couple of years at Liverpool, is considered to be a “fragile guy” and has been told that a return to his native Italy could be the best option for all concerned. Struggles for fitness and regular game time continue to plague the Italian winger in England, with Massimino Ambrosini telling GOAL why a change of scenery in 2026 would make a lot of sense.

Italy v Northern Ireland: Bastoni is feeling better, Tonali and Mancini are fit. Who will take the penalties?

A press conference will be held after lunch, ahead of the second afternoon training session under manager Gattuso.

Gattuso sends Chiesa home ahead of Italy play-off

Italy head coach Gennaro Gattuso has confirmed that Liverpool winger Federico Chiesa was sent home ahead of a crucial World Cup play-off tie against Northern Ireland. The manager says the forward had some "minor issues" and "wasn't up to it".

Northern Ireland v Luxembourg - FIFA World Cup 2026 Qualifier

Northern Ireland are confident, says the manager: “It will be a low-scoring match”

The words of the manager who will face Italy.

Locatelli on Juventus and the national team: "I need to step up"

The words of the Juventus captain, fresh from missing a penalty in Serie A.

Italy: from Bastoni to Tonali – who’s on the up and who’s on the down ahead of the Northern Ireland match

The Azzurri squad list for Thursday’s play-off in Bergamo.

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Chiesa sent home by Italy as France make Ekitike injury decision

Italy have confirmed Liverpool winger Federico Chiesa has been sent back to the Premier League giants due to injury and will not feature in their vital 2026 World Cup play-offs. However, striker Hugo Ekitike has linked up with the France squad despite being substituted early on during the Reds' 2-1 defeat to Brighton on Saturday.

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