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Ep.267: Italy beat Israel to guarantee a World Cup playoff place

The Italy Men's National Team have beaten Israel again and confirmed - at least - a playoff place for 2026 Men's World Cup qualification, leaving the Azzurri in a fight with Norway for top spot.


Conor Clancy and Kev Pogorzelski are here to chat through the latest Azzurri action on the Total Italian Football Podcast.

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