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UEFA WCQ: Norway strike first against Italy; level elsewhere
UEFA WCQ: Norway strike first against Italy; level elsewhere
Qualifying for the 2026 FIFA World Cup returns today as three European powerhouses begin their campaigns in earnest, with Belgium, Italy, and Croatia set to feature for the first time.
Belgium will lock horns with Group J leaders North Macedonia and Italy will test themselves against a perfect Norway, while Croatia will be expected to comfortably see off Gibraltar.
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Wales is also in action tonight as they look to book three points against Liechtenstein while hoping to capitalize on a Belgian result in Skopje.
Coming into this evening's matches, here is how the Group's in-focus breakdown:
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2025-06-06T19:19:48Z
And just like that, Croatia strike! It's not one, but two!
A quick-fire brace from MLS star Marco Pašalić sees Croatia take a 2-0 lead at Gibraltar on the half-hour mark.
The Orlando City midfielder struck in the 28th and 30th minutes.
2025-06-06T19:16:13Z
True to themselves, Norway remains rooted in looking to hit Italy on the break, and thus far, seems the far more dangerous of the two sides on the night.
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Belgium, Croatia, and Wales have yet to find an opener.
2025-06-06T19:03:14Z
GOAL! 1-0 Norway!
Alexander Sørloth continues his hot form in front of goal as Norway finds the breakthrough in the 14th minute. A composed finish from the big striker, who threaded his effort through Donnarumma's legs at close range.
Antonio Nusa turned provider for that goal, with the silky winger looking in the mood this evening.
2025-06-06T18:39:11Z
Ahead of a chance to climb into the top spot in Group J depending on other results, here's Wales' teamsheet on the night
2025-06-06T18:37:55Z
For all you Belgium supporters out there, here's how the Red Devils will look
2025-06-06T18:33:26Z
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Speaking of Haaland, his return for Løvene is, in a word, impressive.
2025-06-06T18:32:02Z
Here is how Italy will be deployed when they take on Erling Haaland and Norway, which is set to kick off in just 15 minutes.
2025-06-06T13:22:22Z
Welcome this evening as qualifying for the 2026 FIFA World Cup continues.
Strap in with us as we will bring you all the live updates across four matches this evening, including an intriguing clash between Norway and Italy.
