Liveblog: Italy vs. Israel, 2026 World Cup Qualifier
Join us for live updates as Italy hosts Israel in a 2026 World Cup qualifier, aiming to secure a play-off spot.
The match kicks off at 19.45 UK time (18.45 GMT) at the Stadio Friuli in Udine.
Italy is currently in second place behind Norway, making this fixture crucial for securing a play-off spot.
- Italy previously beat Israel 5-4 last month.
- Retegui has scored five goals in the last four Italy games.
Retegui did it all himself, robbed the Israeli defender Toriel, and bent a fantastic right-foot finish into the far top corner.
Israel made substitutions: Peretz off, Abu Fani on, and later Turgeman and Toriel on, replacing Baribo and Khalaili.
Author's summary: Italy hosts Israel in a crucial 2026 World Cup qualifier.