Italy’s absence from the 2026 FIFA World Cup represents a catastrophic failure for the Azzurri, marking their third consecutive tournament miss since their 2021 European Championship triumph. The four-time World Cup winners have struggled with an aging squad, tactical inconsistencies, and a failure to develop young talent capable of competing at the highest level. This unprecedented drought for the Italian national team highlights systemic issues within their football infrastructure and raises serious questions about the future direction of one of football’s most storied nations.
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