Italy beat Northern Ireland, one win from a World Cup return | OneFootball

Italy is one win away from returning to the World Cup after 12 years. This Thursday, the four-time world champion defeated Northern Ireland 2-0 in the semifinal of Path A of the European Playoffs, in a match played at Gewiss Stadium in Bergamo. Tonali and Kean scored Italy’s goals.

Match situation

Italy now waits to find out its opponent in the decisive European Playoffs match. The four-time champions will face the winner of the clash between Wales and Bosnia and Herzegovina next Tuesday. The match will be played at the home of the winner of the other tie. Whoever advances will be in World Cup Group B, alongside Switzerland, Qatar, and Canada.

Match summary

ITALY 2 x 0 NORTHERN IRELAND

 Competition: World Cup Qualifiers.  Venue: Gewiss Stadium  Date: March 26, 2026 (Thursday)  Time: 4:45 PM (Brasília time)

Goals

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