Group I of the 2026 UEFA World Cup Qualifiers reached its final chapter, with the match between Italy and Norway serving as the highlight of the day. Erling Haaland and his teammates defeated 4-1 the home side, bringing both teams’ campaigns in this stage to a close.

The Scandinavian team entered this crucial match with a three-point lead over its closest pursuer, which happened to be Italy. As a result, the victory secured Norway’s direct qualification for the upcoming World Cup.

As for Gennaro Gattuso’s team, it needed not only to win its match but also to achieve a large goal difference—something that ultimately didn’t happen. Now, the Azzurri will have to seek a spot in the next World Cup through a playoff.

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