Italy pegged back in Gothenburg as Denmark beat Serbia to seal automatic qualification. Soncin: “Looking ahead to the play-offs with confidence”

At the ‘Omero Tognon’ stadium, the Italy Under-21 team claimed a narrow 1-0 win thanks to a goal in the 64th minute. Calvani: “Whenever I wear this shirt, I try to give my all, I’m happy to have contributed a goal.”

On Tuesday in Gothenburg (19:00 CEST), Italy will close out their World Cup qualifying group campaign. To avoid the play-offs, the Azzurre must secure all three points and hope Denmark lose. Bonansea: “We’re aware of our strength”

Thanks to the decisive penalty from Perillo, the Azzurrini beat Belgium in the final in Tallinn to claim their second European title in three years. Calcagno: “The boys have had a spectacular journey.”

Just like in Luxembourg, it was another decisive goal from Inter striker Pio Esposito that sealed the win for Italy, with the Azzurri also showing resilience by holding on with ten men following Luca Reggiani’s red card. Baldini: “I wanted these boys to gain confidence; now they just need to develop.”

A victory at the Gamla Ullevi Stadium (19:00 CEST), combined with a Denmark defeat in Serbia, would secure Italy a place at the World Cup. Otherwise, the Azzurre will have to navigate the play-offs. The final training session is scheduled for Monday at 18:00 CEST.