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Italy absent from World Cup as coaches struggle in first matches

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 14, 2026, 9:55 AM

Last updated Jun 14, 2026

Italy absent from World Cup as coaches struggle in first matches

Summary

Italy's absence from the 2026 World Cup marks the third consecutive time they have failed to qualify for the tournament. In contrast, Italian coaches Carlo Ancelotti and Vincenzo Montella began their campaigns with mixed results, with Ancelotti's Brazil drawing 1-1 against Morocco and Montella's Turkey losing 2-0 to Australia. As teams compete in Group C and Group D, both coaches look to improve in their next fixtures. Italy fans continue to express disappointment over their national team's exclusion from the prestigious event.

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By the Numbers

•Italy has not qualified for the World Cup for three consecutive tournaments.
•Carlo Ancelotti's Brazil drew 1-1 with Morocco in their opening match.
•Vincenzo Montella's Turkey lost 2-0 to Australia in their first match.
•Both coaches have chances to secure better results in upcoming games.

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9:55 AMYahoo Sports — World Cup 2026 still a bitter pill for Italy after opening rounds

What they're saying

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Italy’s World Cup frustrations deepened after the opening rounds, with the Azzurri absent from the tournament and both Carlo Ancelotti and Vincenzo Montella failing to secure victories in their debu...
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