Italy miss out on World Cup: live reactions and updates
Italy has missed out on the World Cup for the third consecutive time, losing to Bosnia and Herzegovina in a penalty shootout. The Italian football community is reacting with frustration and calls for change, with some demanding the resignation of the Italian FA President and reforms to the league system.
Italy failed to qualify for the World Cup after losing to Bosnia and Herzegovina in a penalty shootout. The defeat has sparked widespread criticism and calls for change in Italian football. Napoli President Aurelio De Laurentiis has suggested reducing the number of teams in Serie A to allow more time for national team training. Italy's Minister for Sport, Andrea Abodi, has stated that Italian football needs to be rebuilt, starting with a renewal of the FIGC leadership. The Italian FA President, Gabriele Gravina, has refused to resign and has scheduled a meeting for April 2, 2026.
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