Italy stayed in the hunt for an automatic bid to the 2026 World Cup with a win over Israel on Tuesday.
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Italy pick up big win, end Israel's bid for WC

Italy kept alive their faint hopes of qualifying automatically for the 2026 World Cup as they beat Israel 3-0 despite an underwhelming display in Udine.
Oct 14, 2025, 11:10 pm - PA

Match Timeline

Italy
Israel
  • KO
  • 42
  • 45+2
  • HT
  • 45
  • 72
  • 73
  • 74
  • 75
  • 85
  • 86
  • 88
  • 89
  • 90+2
  • 90+3
  • 90+3
  • 90+4
  • FT

Match Commentary

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Match ends, Italy 3, Israel 0.
90'+5'
Second Half ends, Italy 3, Israel 0.
90'+5'
Attempt missed. Mohamed Abu Fani (Israel) right footed shot from outside the box is too high. Assisted by Dan Biton following a set piece situation.
Match Stats
ITAISR
Possession
52.5%
47.552.5
47.5%
Shots on Goal
6
2
Shot Attempts
16
8
Yellow Cards
2
1
Corner Kicks
4
3
Saves
2
2