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Italy v Northern Ireland in 2026 World Cup play-off semi in Bergamo

The European playoff semifinal for the 2026 World Cup, between Italy and Northern Ireland, will be held on March 26 at Atalanta's stadium in Bergamo (northern Italy), the Italian Football...

Official: Italy confirm venue for World Cup play-off vs. Northern Ireland

The FIGC has confirmed that the World Cup play-off semifinal against Northern Ireland on March 26, 2026, will be played in Bergamo.Atalanta’s New Balance Stadium will host the World Cup...

Why Italy picked Bergamo as venue for World Cup play-off with Northern Ireland

Italy are expected to host Northern Ireland in Bergamo for the World Cup play-off semifinal in March 2026, as Atalanta’s New Balance Arena has its stands close to the pitch...

Gravina confirms likely venue for Italy vs. Northern Ireland but moving Serie A fixtures unfeasible

FIGC President Gabriele Gravina says that rescheduling Serie A fixtures to give Italy more time to prepare for the World Cup play-off is unfeasible and confirms that the semi-final against...

Northern Ireland labelled as easiest opponent for Italy in World Cup play-off

Gazzetta dello Sport notes that Northern Ireland were the ‘easiest opponent’ for Italy in the World Cup play-off draw, mostly due to their poor away record and their FIFA Ranking.Northern...

Italy will still play Wales or Bosnia and Herzegovina if they lose to Northern Ireland

Italy will play two games during the international break in March 2026, regardless of whether they qualify for the World Cup play-off final.Italy will meet Northern Ireland in the World...