The UEFA World Cup Qualifiers delivered one of the most exciting games of the campaign as Italy edged Israel 5-4 in a dramatic Group I clash on Monday, September 8, 2025. The match had everything: own goals, late drama, and a stoppage-time winner that kept fans on the edge of their seats.
First Half: Tight and Intense
Israel shocked early when Manuel Locatelli put the ball into his own net in the 16th minute, giving the home side the lead. Italy responded through Moise Kean, who scored in the 40th minute to level the score before halftime. At the break, it was 1-1, setting the stage for a thrilling second half.
Second Half: Goals Galore
The second half exploded with action. Dor Peretz struck in the 52nd minute to restore Israel’s advantage, but Kean equalized again just two minutes later. Matteo Politano then put Italy in front in the 58th minute.
Israel pushed back, and an own goal from Alessandro Bastoni in the 87th minute leveled the match at 3-3. The drama continued as Peretz struck again in the 89th minute to make it 4-4, sparking wild celebrations from the home fans.
However, Italy showed their resilience. Giacomo Raspadori scored in the 81st minute, and finally, Sandro Tonali secured the victory with a dramatic winner in stoppage time (90’+1).
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Final Score: Israel 4-5 Italy
This incredible result leaves Italy in a strong position in Group I, while Israel will take heart from their spirited performance. The match will be remembered as one of the most entertaining fixtures of the qualifiers, highlighting the unpredictability and excitement of international football.
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