Italy vs Norway: World Cup Qualifier Preview – Extratips

Welcome to Extratips, where the passion for football meets sharp analysis. Tonight, San Siro lights up for a thrilling World Cup qualifier as Italy hosts Norway. The stakes? Pride, revenge, and a final chapter in Group I.

Italy still mathematically has a shot at the top spot, but only with a nine-goal win. That’s a tall order. Norway, on the other hand, are unbeaten in the group and have already sealed their place in the next round. Their confidence is sky-high, especially after a 3-0 win in Oslo earlier this year.

Both teams are in great form. Italy has won six straight since that loss, scoring at least two goals each time. Norway has scored three or more in six of their seven qualifiers. Erling Haaland is on fire, with 14 goals in seven games. Italy’s attack is also clicking, with recent wins over Moldova and Israel.

Expect a high-scoring game. Both teams have seen goals in almost every match. Italy’s home record is strong, but Norway’s away form is just as impressive. The last meeting was a 3-0 win for Norway, but Italy will be hungry for revenge in front of their home fans.

Key factors: Italy’s motivation, Norway’s confidence, and the attacking firepower of both sides. Injuries? Martin Ødegaard is out for Norway, but Haaland is fit. Italy’s Gennaro Gattuso wants a statement win.

This match is all about goals, drama, and pride. Don’t miss it.