Overview

• Norway overwhelmed Italy in Oslo as Alexander Sorloth, Antonio Nusa and Erling Haaland struck in a relentless first half to win 3-0.
• The loss dropped Italy to fourth in Group I after one match, with only group winners qualifying directly and runners-up heading to playoffs.
• Coach Luciano Spalletti was relieved of his duties on Sunday but will still lead the team in Monday’s qualifier against Moldova as his final assignment.
• Italian Football Federation president Gabriele Gravina said the federation will review the coaching role, with Claudio Ranieri and Stefano Pioli among the leading candidates to succeed Spalletti.
• Former manager Fabio Capello blamed the team’s struggles on an overemphasis on 'Guardiolism', arguing that a focus on possession undermined Italy’s defensive strengths.