Italy, Four-Time FIFA World Cup Champions, Face Bosnia in Bid for World Cup Return
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Italy's World Cup Comeback Bid: Four-Time Champions Face Do-or-Die 'Test' on Tuesday
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News18•30-03-2026, 18:33
Italy's World Cup Comeback Bid: Four-Time Champions Face Do-or-Die 'Test' on Tuesday
•Four-time FIFA World Cup winners Italy aim to qualify for the 2026 World Cup in the US, Canada, and Mexico.
•Italy faces Bosnia and Herzegovina in a crucial qualifier, having missed the last two World Cups (Russia and Qatar).
•The Azzurri will play under immense pressure at Bilino Polje Stadium, fighting for their first World Cup appearance since 2014.
•Bosnia's star striker Edin Džeko acknowledges Italy as favorites despite playing at home, emphasizing the importance of a win for Bosnia's football future.
•The appointment of referee Clément Turpin, who officiated Italy's loss to North Macedonia, adds to the pressure on Italian supporters.