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Italy shattered as players left in tears after missing World Cup - See Photos
Italy shattered as distraught players left in tears after missing World Cup for third straight time - See Photos
Italy shattered as distraught players left in tears after missing World Cup for third straight time - See Photos
Updated on: Apr 01, 2026 10:35 AM IST Written by Aditya Maheshwari Share via Copy link Italy's Marco Palestra, left, and Leonardo Spinazzola console each other after losing a penalty shootout. (AP) Key Takeaways Summary is AI-generated Italy's national football team, under coach Gennaro Gattuso, has missed the FIFA World Cup for the third consecutive time after a defeat to Bosnia and Herzegovina in the qualification play-off. Despite an early lead, Italy faltered under pressure, culminating in a disastrous penalty shoot-out. This marks a decline since their Euro 2020 victory, raising questions about Gattuso's future. Italy, four-time champions, will once again miss the FIFA World Cup - for the third straight time, after they suffered a nervy defeat to Bosnia and Herzegovina in the qualification play-off final. It was another poor show from Italy as they failed to hold on to their nerves when it mattered the most, only to extend their World Cup exile. Italy started strongly and took the lead through Moise Kean in the 15th minute, but when the pressure started mounting on them, they just crumbled under it, with Alessandro Bastoni being sent off for chopping down Amar Memic four minutes before half-time, which was a key reason behind it. Meanwhile, Haris Tabakovic pulled Bosnia back in the game with an equaliser in the 79th minute to take the match to extra time. Italy’s misery deepened in the shoot-out as Francesco Pio Esposito blazed their opening penalty over, setting the tone for what followed. Bryan Cristante then struck the bar, and when Esmir Bajraktarevic squeezed his effort under Gianluigi Donnarumma, the contest had effectively slipped away. Goalkeeper Gianluigi Donnarumma was dejected after the match Italy failed to qualify for the FIFA World Cup. (REUTERS) The Italian players were in disbelief after what happened to them, as they missed out on the World Cup for the third straight time. After the shootout loss to Bosnia, Marco Palestra and Leonardo Spinazzola were seen consoling each other. (AP) Pio Esposito was left downcast after missing his chance in the shootout. (REUTERS) In recent times, Italy have dropped levels since the Euro 2020 win where they beat England in the final. They haven't matched the same level since then. Italian midfielder Sandro Tonali was seen crying as his team faltered against Bosnia in the FIFA World Cup qualifier. (REUTERS) "I don't think the boys deserved to suffer such a blow, for the performance, the effort and the heart that they showed tonight... I'm proud of the boys," said Italy coach Gennaro Gattuso. Gattuso added that talking about his future "wasn't important" but there will be reflection from the football federation as Italy are the first World Cup winners to miss out on three consecutive editions of the tournament, which this year will be held in the United States, Canada and Mexico. Bosnia striker Edin Dzeko consoled Italy's Bryan Cristante after a penalty shootout as Italy missed out on the FIFA World Cup once again. (AP) The defeat will raise questions about the status of Gattuso, who took over from the fired Luciano Spalletti in June with the squad already in crisis mode following a defeat at Norway in its opening qualifier. Bosnia fans invaded the pitch after a historic victory which helped them reach the FIFA World Cup. (REUTERS) Bosnia secured a spot at the World Cup for just the second time, and their first since 2014, as an ecstatic crowd entered onto the pitch to celebrate the memorable win. Fifa World Cup Gennaro Gattuso Italy Italy Stay updated with the latest sports news, including latest headlines and updates from the Durand Cup Final Live. Catch all the action from tennis Grand Slam tournaments, follow your favourite football teams and players with the latest match results, and get the latest on international hockey tournaments and series. News / Sports / Football / Italy Shattered As Distraught Players Left In Tears After Missing World Cup For Third Straight Time - See Photos See LessItaly, four-time champions, will once again miss the FIFA World Cup - for the third straight time, after they suffered a nervy defeat to Bosnia and Herzegovina in the qualification play-off final. It was another poor show from Italy as they failed to hold on to their nerves when it mattered the most, only to extend their World Cup exile.
Italy started strongly and took the lead through Moise Kean in the 15th minute, but when the pressure started mounting on them, they just crumbled under it, with Alessandro Bastoni being sent off for chopping down Amar Memic four minutes before half-time, which was a key reason behind it. Meanwhile, Haris Tabakovic pulled Bosnia back in the game with an equaliser in the 79th minute to take the match to extra time.
Italy’s misery deepened in the shoot-out as Francesco Pio Esposito blazed their opening penalty over, setting the tone for what followed. Bryan Cristante then struck the bar, and when Esmir Bajraktarevic squeezed his effort under Gianluigi Donnarumma, the contest had effectively slipped away.
The Italian players were in disbelief after what happened to them, as they missed out on the World Cup for the third straight time.
In recent times, Italy have dropped levels since the Euro 2020 win where they beat England in the final. They haven't matched the same level since then.
"I don't think the boys deserved to suffer such a blow, for the performance, the effort and the heart that they showed tonight... I'm proud of the boys," said Italy coach Gennaro Gattuso.
Gattuso added that talking about his future "wasn't important" but there will be reflection from the football federation as Italy are the first World Cup winners to miss out on three consecutive editions of the tournament, which this year will be held in the United States, Canada and Mexico.
The defeat will raise questions about the status of Gattuso, who took over from the fired Luciano Spalletti in June with the squad already in crisis mode following a defeat at Norway in its opening qualifier.
Bosnia secured a spot at the World Cup for just the second time, and their first since 2014, as an ecstatic crowd entered onto the pitch to celebrate the memorable win.
Source: HindustanTimes
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