What happened: Italy defeated Northern Ireland 2-0 in their World Cup play-off semi-final in Bergamo, ending Northern Ireland's chance to qualify for the 2026 World Cup.
Why it matters:
- Northern Ireland misses out on its first World Cup in 12 years.
- Italy moves closer to securing a place in the 2026 World Cup.
MNN Take: This result concludes Northern Ireland’s qualification campaign, while Italy advances towards potentially returning to the World Cup stage after a long absence.
Sources: BBC Sport