In the ongoing 2026 World Cup qualifiers in Europe, several exciting matches took place on Friday night, with Italy and France securing impressive wins against their opponents.
Kabul 24: Italy, the former European champions, delivered a commanding performance, thrashing Estonia 5-0 in a one-sided affair.
Luciano Spalletti’s side showcased their attacking prowess and cohesion, with goals from Moise Kean, Mateo Retegui, Giacomo Raspadori, and Alessandro Bastoni.
This emphatic victory further solidified Italy’s position in their group, highlighting their strong form and readiness for World Cup qualification.In another key match, France secured a 2-0 win over Ukraine.
Michel Olise and Kylian Mbappé, the standout stars of the French attack, scored the goals that clinched three crucial points for the Bleus.
With their high-quality squad and seamless teamwork, France once again proved they are serious contenders for a spot in the 2026 World Cup.
Elsewhere, Croatia edged out the Faroe Islands 1-0, thanks to a 31st-minute goal by Andrej Kramarić. Greece dominated Belarus with a 5-1 victory, while Iceland crushed Azerbaijan 5-0. The Czech Republic defeated Montenegro 2-0, and Slovenia and Sweden played out an entertaining 2-2 draw.
Switzerland showcased their strength with a 4-0 win over Kosovo, while the match between Denmark and Scotland ended in a goalless 0-0 stalemate.
These results underscore the intense and thrilling competition in the European qualifiers for the 2026 World Cup, as top teams battle for a coveted spot in the tournament.
