Italy Bounce Back with 2–0 Win Over Moldova in Spalletti’s Final Game
Italy returned to winning ways today, June 9, 2025, with a 2–0 victory over Moldova in their 2026 FIFA World Cup Qualifier clash — but it was a bittersweet occasion as it marked Luciano Spalletti’s final match as manager of the Azzurri.
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⚽ Match Summary:
Final Score: Italy 2–0 Moldova
Venue: Mapei Stadium, Reggio Emilia
Goals:
Giacomo Raspadori (40′)
Andrea Cambiaso (50′)
Italy took control of the match with clinical finishes on either side of halftime. While they dominated possession and chances, they failed to add more goals despite Moldova’s limited resistance.
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👋 End of an Era: Spalletti Bows Out
Just a day after the shock 3–0 loss to Norway, Spalletti was dismissed, and this win served as a quiet farewell. Though Italy managed a clean sheet and three points, doubts still remain about their direction and urgency in the qualifiers.
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📊 Group I Update:
Team Played Points
🇳🇴 Norway 4 12
🇮🇱 Israel 3 6
🇮🇹 Italy 2 3
🇲🇩 Moldova 3 0
Italy now trails group leaders Norway by 9 points, with matches in hand — but they’ll need a near-perfect run from here to secure automatic qualification.
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🧠 What’s Next for the Azzurri?
The Italian FA is expected to name a new manager in the coming days, with names like Claudio Ranieri being mentioned.
Italy’s next qualifiers are must-wins — with pressure mounting from fans and pundits alike.
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🗣️ Fan Reactions:
> “Raspadori gave us hope again, but there’s work to be done.”
“Thank you, Spalletti. Time to rebuild.”
“We’re chasing Norway now — no more room for errors.”
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Italy’s road to the 2026 World Cup just got narrower — but with talent like Raspadori, Cambiaso, and Donnarumma, the fight is far from over.
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