Italy, despite being one of football’s most successful nations with four World Cup titles, has faced an unprecedented drought in recent tournaments. Since lifting the trophy in 2006, the Azzurri have struggled to replicate their past glory on the world’s biggest stage. The team failed to qualify for the 2018 World Cup in Russia, marking their first absence since 1958. In Qatar 2022, they were once again absent after losing in the UEFA playoffs. This ongoing World Cup curse has left Italian fans wondering when their beloved national team will return to compete among the world’s elite. With the 2026 World Cup approaching, Italy must break this cycle and secure their place in the expanded 48-team tournament.
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