dailyloe.com – Italy has officially missed its third consecutive FIFA World Cup tournament after a dramatic penalty shootout loss to Bosnia and Herzegovina on Tuesday. The decisive qualifying match took place in Zenica, Bosnia and Herzegovina, concluding Italy’s 2026 campaign. This marks a historic low for the four-time world champions.
The defeat follows a surprising loss for England, who were beaten at home by Japan on the same evening. Kaoru Mitoma scored the historic goal securing Japan’s first-ever win over England at Wembley Stadium. These results have significantly reshaped the international football landscape ahead of the 2026 tournament.
In other major football news, Singapore recently celebrated a historic homecoming after qualifying for the AFC Asian Cup for the first time on merit. Meanwhile, the ASEAN Club Championship is set to return in August, featuring twelve top clubs from Southeast Asia. This tournament will crown the regional club champion for the region.
The focus now shifts to other global sports, including the NBA offseason and the upcoming NFL draft. Analysts are already predicting picks for the 2026 NFL draft, from the first overall selection to the final pick. Several young baseball prospects are also making an immediate impact in the major leagues this season.[]
Source: ESPN
