The experienced goalkeeper has confidence in his national team.
Italy is looking forward to the World Cup.
Details: Gianluigi Buffon, the 47-year-old former Italian goalkeeper, expressed his belief in Italy’s national team and stated that they are close to qualifying for the 2026 World Cup:
“There’s a 90% chance we’ll reach the play-offs. In the upcoming matches, we need to display the strengths we’ve shown recently. Fans and the media need to trust us—we must commit to football,” Buffon said.
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Currently, Italy is in second place in Group I with 9 points. Norway leads the group, with Israel closely following in third place, also with 9 points, while Estonia and Moldova fill the remaining spots.
Italy’s next match will be away against Estonia on October 11, followed by a home match against Israel on October 14.
Note: Political context includes fans booing Israel’s national anthem.