Francesco Pio Esposito Scores First Italy Goal As Azzurri Beat Estonia 3-1

The 20-year-old’s breakthrough helps steady a fragile qualifying bid with a play-off spot still within reach.

Overview

Italy won 3-1 in Tallinn in 2026 World Cup qualifying, keeping hopes to overtake Israel for a play-off berth.
The 20-year-old came off the bench to seal the result and called it a starting point as he focuses on staying calm, and his brother Salvatore said his rise does not surprise him.
Moise Kean scored inside five minutes before departing with a reported sprained ankle.
Federico Dimarco set up Kean’s opener and drew strong reviews, while a Gianluigi Donnarumma fumble led to Estonia’s goal.
Italian reports indicate Esposito could be considered for a larger role against Israel in Udine.