When are Italy's World Cup qualifying playoffs?

Italy's World Cup qualifying playoffs are set to begin eight days after Sandro Tonali's injury, with a match against Northern Ireland scheduled for March 26.

Who will Italy play if they win their playoff match?

If Italy wins their playoff match against Northern Ireland, they will travel to face either Wales or Bosnia-Herzegovina five days later.

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Tonali Injury Puts Italy's World Cup Hopes in Jeopardy

Q: What injury did Sandro Tonali sustain?

Sandro Tonali sustained an injury to his left thigh.

18 Mar

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Summary

Tonali suffered a left thigh injury against Barcelona.
The injury occurred eight days before Italy's World Cup qualifiers.
His absence could impact Italy's World Cup qualification chances.

Tonali Injury Puts Italy's World Cup Hopes in Jeopardy

Newcastle midfielder Sandro Tonali sustained an injury to his left thigh while playing against Barcelona in the Champions League on Wednesday. This incident occurred just eight days prior to the commencement of Italy's World Cup qualifying playoff bracket.

Tonali was reportedly injured while tracking back to defend. At the time of his departure, the score was 4-2 against his team, and Barcelona went on to score shortly after. Tonali has been a projected starter for Italy's national team.

Italy is scheduled to host Northern Ireland on March 26 in Bergamo. The winner of that match will then face either Wales or Bosnia-Herzegovina five days later. The victor of this playoff bracket will enter a World Cup group that includes Canada, Switzerland, and Qatar.

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