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Italy’s Direct World Cup Path Hinges on a Nine-Goal Win Over Norway

Norway’s +29 goal difference leaves Italy chasing a virtually unattainable swing.

Overview

  • With one match remaining, Norway lead Group I on 21 points to Italy’s 18, separated decisively by goal difference (+29 to +12).
  • Italy would need to beat Norway by at least nine goals to finish above them on goal difference and qualify directly.
  • Norway have dominated the group with seven wins, 33 goals scored and only four conceded, led by 14 goals from Erling Haaland.
  • Bookmakers list Italy as the home favorite at San Siro, yet price a 9-0 scoreline for the Azzurri at triple-digit odds, reflecting the scenario’s extreme improbability.
  • Sunday’s match kicks off at 20:45 in Milan, with coverage pointing to a likely March playoff route for Italy despite a recent win in Moldova keeping hopes alive.