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Northern Ireland labelled as easiest opponent for Italy in World Cup play-off

Northern Ireland were labelled as the ‘easiest opponent’ for Italy by La Gazzetta dello Sport on Friday.

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World Cup play-off draw reaction: Northern Ireland go to Italy; could meet Wales in final

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World Cup 2026 play-off draw: Italy vs Northern Ireland, Jamaica learn path to finals

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Iraq await Bolivia or Suriname in World Cup playoff tournament

Iraq will play either Bolivia or Suriname to qualify for the 2026 World Cup after the inter-confederation playoff tournament draw was held on Thursday to decide the pathways that determine two slots f...

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World Cup 2026 play-offs draw: Wales, Republic of Ireland and Northern Ireland discover opponents

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World Cup play-off draw confirmed as N. Ireland face Italy, Wales host Bosnia, teams could meet

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What is Northern Ireland's record against Italy?

Northern Ireland have recorded just one victory over Italy in the 11 previous meetings between the two nations. Michael O'Neill's side face a trip to Italy in March for the semi-finals of the European play-offs for a place in the 2026 World Cup.

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Italy face Northern Ireland in European playoffs, Sweden meet Ukraine

Italy will face Northern Ireland in the European playoffs in their bid to qualify for the 2026 World Cup while Sweden meet Ukraine as 16 teams learned the pathways that determine the four remaining European slots for the global tournament.