Italy’s Manuel Locatelli, key in the recent World Cup qualifiers, helps keep Italy’s hopes alive after a tough draw under Gattuso.
South American teams Bolivia and Venezuela secured notable wins, with Bolivia defeating Brazil 1-0 and Venezuela losing to Colombia 6-3. Portugal and Norway achieved important victories in European qualifiers, while Jamaica and Honduras lead their regional groups. The qualification race for the 2026 World Cup continues with key matches across continents.
Italy's recent World Cup qualification match against Israel ended in a 4-4 draw, with Italy narrowly securing the points thanks to a late goal from Sandro Tonali. The game was marked by tactical errors and emotional moments, impacting Italy's chances of automatic qualification. The match also coincided with a national tragedy in Israel, adding emotional weight.