Four-time winners Italy, under manager Gennaro Gattuso, face the daunting prospect of missing a third straight World Cup as they likely head for the nerve-shredding play-offs to secure a spot in the 2026 tournament.


Four-time winners Italy, under manager Gennaro Gattuso, face the daunting prospect of missing a third straight World Cup as they likely head for the nerve-shredding play-offs to secure a spot in the 2026 tournament.