Italy will not feature at the FIFA World Cup once again. The Azzurri suffered a painful defeat to Bosnia in the playoff final, extending their absence from the global stage.
The result has triggered immediate reaction from the top of Italian football. Gabriele Gravina, president of the Italian Football Federation, has publicly backed head coach Gennaro Gattuso despite the setback.
“I’ve asked Gennaro Gattuso to stay and continue,” Gravina said in a statement shortly after the defeat. His comments signal stability at a time when pressure is rising across the country.
Italy’s failure marks another major disappointment. After missing the 2018 World Cup and falling short again in 2022, expectations were high this time. However, Bosnia delivered a disciplined and clinical performance in the final, leaving Italy with no route to qualification.
Gattuso, who took charge with the aim of rebuilding the squad, now faces a critical period. Questions remain over tactics, squad selection, and Italy’s ability to perform in decisive matches.
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