Pirlo calls Italy's World Cup absence a disaster, emphasizes future challenges
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 6, 2026, 6:10 PM
Last updated Jul 6, 2026
Andrea Pirlo expressed disappointment over Italy's failure to qualify for the World Cup for the third consecutive time, describing it as a 'disaster.' In an interview, he reflected on the team's current struggles and stated, 'it’s what we deserve,' urging the Azzurri to focus on preparing for Euro 2028 and the next World Cup. Pirlo, now coaching in the UAE, indicated that a rebuild is necessary for both the national team and AC Milan, where he believes the club must 'start from scratch' to return to Champions League football. He also identified France, Spain, and Portugal as top contenders in the current tournament.
- •Italy missed the World Cup for the third time in a row.
- •Pirlo urges focus on Euro 2028 and future qualifications.
- •He emphasizes a rebuilding process for both Italy and AC Milan.
- •France, Spain, and Portugal are seen as top tournament favorites.
- 6:10 PMYahoo Sports — Pirlo on Italy World Cup absence: ‘It’s a disaster, but it’s what we deserve’
"Andrea Pirlo has not held back on Italy’s continued absence from the World Cup, branding the national team’s third successive failure to qualify “a disaster.”The former Milan and Juventus midf...
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