Jorginho at the Copa? FIFA opens door, Italy could play in World Cup | OneFootball

Jorginho may get another chance to play in the World Cup

After being eliminated in the European playoffs for the World Cup in 2026, Italy may have another chance to take part in the tournament. As a result, Jorginho, the midfielder from Flamengo, is keeping a close eye on the situation, since he was on the Italian team’s preliminary list.

According to the English newspaper The Athletic, Iran could end up withdrawing from the World Cup. Because of this, FIFA intends to hold a semifinal between teams that just missed out. In that case, Italy would be the one to benefit and would get another opportunity.

WHY COULD IRAN WITHDRAW?

The situation in Iran is off the field and has been going on for months. The Middle Eastern country is at war with the United States and Israel. Because of this, there is a possibility that the Iranians will not go to the World Cup, which will also be played on U.S. soil.

Iran is in Group G of the World Cup and is scheduled to make its debut on June 15 at 10 p.m. (Brasília time) against New Zealand. Right after that, it wraps up the group stage against Belgium and Egypt on the 21st and 27th of the same month.

WHAT IS ITALY’S SITUATION NOW?

On the other hand, Italy crashed out in embarrassing fashion in the European playoffs. First, the Italians advanced by eliminating Northern Ireland. However, they lost on penalties to Bosnia and Herzegovina and missed out on a third straight World Cup.

JORGINHO KEEPING AN EYE ON IT?

Jorginho was on the preliminary list for the decisive European playoff matches. So, with the possibility of Italy getting another chance, the Flamengo midfielder is now on alert. The player has not featured for the national team since Euro 2024, against Croatia.

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