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Stunned Italy fail to reach 2018 FIFA World Cup, Sweden qualify

A desperate 0-0 draw at home to a defiant Sweden ended the four-time world champions' hopes of reaching next year's finals in Russia and with it the international careers of several of Italy's biggest names.

Nov 14, 2017, 09:01 AM IST

2018 FIFA World Cup: Italy lose to Sweden in play-off first leg

The last time Italy failed to reach the World Cup was for the 1958 tournament in Sweden.

Nov 11, 2017, 09:19 AM IST

2018 FIFA World Cup: Italy face double-headed playoff nightmare against Sweden

The last time Italy missed the World Cup was the 1958 edition which was hosted in Sweden.

Nov 09, 2017, 19:04 PM IST

Mario Balotelli must change for Italy future, says coach Giampiero Ventura

Even though the Azzurri are playing Uruguay in Nice on Wednesday, where Balotelli has just enjoyed a successful season, the notorious combustible striker will play no part.

Jun 07, 2017, 08:55 AM IST

2018 World Cup qualifier: Gianluigi Buffon smells wind of change as Spain arrive without Iker Casillas

Iker Casillas`s omission from the Spain squad by newly-appointed coach Julen Lopetegui has made Buffon realise he cannot go on forever.

Oct 06, 2016, 09:03 AM IST

Euro 2016, quarter-final: Germany vs Italy - As it happened...

Having lost all their previous eight meetings against Italy in major tournaments, Germany pulled finally pulled off a win against Italy in quarter-final of Euro 2016.

Jul 02, 2016, 23:35 PM IST