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Northern Ireland lose 2-0 to Italy in World Cup playoff semi-final
Northern Ireland were beaten 2-0 by Italy in a World Cup play-off semi-final in Bergamo. Defender Paddy McNair said Italy "were there for the taking" after the match. Michael O'Neill's side missed their opportunity to advance toward the 2026 World Cup.
Northern Ireland defender Paddy McNair says Italy "were there for the taking" in semi-final play-off in Bergamo, which Michael O'Neill's side lose 2-0.