Gianluigi Donnarumma admits he would ‘love’ to return in time and play the defeat to Norway once more, however Italy should look ahead. ‘I’m sure we are going to get to the World Cup.’
The Azzurri secured their play-off spot with , because of a brace from Mateo Retegui and the late Gianluca Mancini effort on a nook kick routine.
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Donnarumma had fumbled a easy cross throughout final week’s 3-1 victory over Estonia in Tallinn, however this night reminded everybody why he’s thought-about the most effective goalkeeper on the planet with two massive saves on Israeli counter-attacks.
Donnarumma has religion in Italy
UDINE, ITALY – OCTOBER 14: Gamers of Italy pose for a staff {photograph} previous to the FIFA World Cup 2026 qualifier match between Italy and Israel at Stadio Friuli on October 14, 2025 in Udine, Italy. (Picture by Marco Luzzani/Getty Pictures)
“Errors can occur, it’s a part of the sport, thankfully we have been 3-0 up when it occurred,”
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“I did properly to neglect it right away, additionally because of my teammates and the coach. I used to be totally targeting this match, I’m pleased with the work executed by the staff. Each match is sophisticated now, so that you do have to endure for each level, and Israel triggered us issues. We have been very decided to maintain a clear sheet and that pleases me.
“I noticed an excellent staff, actual dedication from those that got here off the bench too. I’m very pleased with the work the coach is doing, he has a rapport with everybody, whether or not they’re within the beginning XI or not, and that is essential.”
UDINE, ITALY – OCTOBER 14: Gianluca Mancini of Italy celebrates scoring his staff’s third objective through the FIFA World Cup 2026 qualifier match between Italy and Israel at Stadio Friuli on October 14, 2025 in Udine, Italy. (Picture by Marco Luzzani/Getty Pictures)
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Gattuso has gained all 4 video games answerable for the Nazionale, the place the staff scored 16 targets and conceded 5, however 4 of these have been in final month’s weird 5-4 success over Israel.
“He has this unimaginable character, transmits his starvation, dedication and approach of seeing soccer. He has a powerful rapport with us all, needs to assault and management the sport, we’ve solely simply began working with him, so we are able to maintain enhancing,” added Manchester Metropolis star Donnarumma.
“We’re prepared for November after which for the play-offs.”
UDINE, ITALY – OCTOBER 14: Gennaro Gattuso, Head Coach of Italy, interacts with Gianluigi Donnarumma of Italy after the staff’s victory within the FIFA World Cup 2026 qualifier match between Italy and Israel at Stadio Friuli on October 14, 2025 in Udine, Italy. (Picture by Marco Luzzani/Getty Pictures)
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Italy had hoped to qualify straight for the 2026 World Cup, however began on fully the mistaken foot with a 3-0 defeat in Norway beneath earlier coach Luciano Spalletti.
Those that participated that day would love a time machine to return and play it over again.
“I used to be speaking to the staff earlier, you can not get a sport mistaken now, or you find yourself straight within the play-offs. Naturally, I’d like to play that once more, as we have been like a special staff, we have been in all places,” confessed Donnarumma.
“Now we’ve to look ahead, as we’ve an enormous alternative. I’m positive this can be a sturdy staff and sure we are going to get to the World Cup.”
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Even when Italy beat Norway subsequent month and end stage on factors, the objective distinction is so immense that they can’t overtake them.
The draw for the play-offs will likely be made on November 21, with the primary sport scheduled in March 2026.