We don't need think pieces or inquests into Italy's failure to qualify for a third straight World Cup; in the end, it came down to bad decisions and bad performances, like it always does. ESPN has the full report.
The story
The story has generated significant attention across international football, with the parties involved at the centre of the conversation.
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ESPN. This article summarises key facts from that report and adds context about international football.
Official sources: FIFA • UEFA
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James Wilson is Football Insider's Champions League correspondent. With over a decade of experience reporting on European football's biggest competitions, James covers Champions League, Europa League, and major international tournaments.
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