Italy will not take part in this year's World CupItaly have failed to qualify for a third successive World Cup as their curse in the competition continues. Article continues below ADVERTISEMENTPio Esposito blazed Italy's first spot-kick over the crossbar before Bryan Cristante, with their third, thumped his effort from 12 yards against the crossbar. Bosnia, meanwhile, take their place in Group B at the World Cup and face co-hosts Toronto in their first match. Turkey were 1-0 victors in Kosovo to reach their first World Cup since 2002. Article continues below ADVERTISEMENTSweden join Tunisia, Netherlands and Japan in Group F. The Czechs go into Group A with co-hosts Mexico, South Africa and South Korea.

Source: Express March 31, 2026 21:56 UTC