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Italy vs Northern Ireland: tortured World Cup qualifying campaign on the line
Italy face Northern Ireland in a World Cup play-off semi-final, hoping to move closer to ending their persistent qualifying struggles. The article highlights a lack of talent and the psychological scars of past failures as the key challenges facing the Italian team. A win is essential for Italy to keep their World Cup hopes alive.
Italy take on Northern Ireland in Thursday’s World Cup play‑off semi‑final, hoping to move one step closer to ending their lingering qualifying curse.