A Fresh Start for Italy

In a dramatic turn of events, Gennaro Gattuso steps onto the field for his debut as Italy's head coach, marking a pivotal moment in the 2026 World Cup qualifying campaign. Tonight, the Azzurri face off against Estonia in a must-win match at the Stadio di Bergamo, kicking off at 19:45 UK time!

England's Tactical Shake-up

Gattuso opts for an exciting 4-2-3-1 formation, with rising stars Moise Kean and Mateo Retegui leading the charge upfront. This tactical switch envisions a revitalized Italian squad eager to bounce back after a rocky start to their qualifying journey.

The Road to Redemption

Italy's journey took a setback earlier this year with a humiliating 3-0 defeat against Norway, followed by a narrow win over Moldova. The pressure is on Gattuso to revive the national team’s fortunes and reclaim their status on the global stage.

Broadcast Details: Don’t Miss the Action!

Fans can catch this thrilling encounter on Amazon Prime and the Prime Video app in the UK. Viewers in the USA won't miss out either, as Fubo and ViX will air the match. Canadian fans can tune into DAZN for the live action!

Injury Woes and New Faces

Adding to the tense atmosphere, star striker Gianluca Scamacca has been ruled out due to a knee injury. However, Kean and Retegui are ready to showcase their talent, supported by Mattia Zaccagni and Matteo Politano in the lineup.

Key Players to Watch

In midfield, Nicolò Barella and Sandro Tonali will aim to control the game, while defenders Riccardo Calafiori and Alessandro Bastoni bolster the back line. Notably, goalkeeper Gianluigi Donnarumma makes his first appearance since his big-money transfer from Paris Saint-Germain to Manchester City.

Estonia's Form: A Mixed Bag

Estonia, on the other hand, enters the match with a mixed record, recently losing to Israel and Norway but securing a thrilling away victory against Moldova. Their captain, 23-year-old Karl Hein from Werder Bremen, looks to make a statement against a formidable Italian side.

Official Line-ups: Who’s in?

**Italy:** Donnarumma; Di Lorenzo, Calafiori, Bastoni, Dimarco; Barella, Tonali; Politano, Kean, Zaccagni; Retegui.

**Bench:** Meret, Vicario, Bellanova, Gatti, Locatelli, Rovella, Raspadori, Pio Esposito, Frattesi, Orsolini, Cambiaso, Mancini.

**Estonia:** Hein; Schjonning-Larsen, Paskotsi, Kuusk, Saliste; Palumets, Shein; Kristal, Kait, Sinyaviskiy; Sappinen.

**Bench:** Igonen, Vallner, Peetson, Saarma, Anier, Yakovlev, Ainsalu, J Tamm, Miller, Tammik, Tur, Soomets.

Don’t Blink! This Game Promises Thrills!

With both teams eager to make their mark, tonight's clash has all the ingredients for a thrilling encounter. Will Italy rise to the occasion under Gattuso's leadership? Or will Estonia surprise the giants of European football? Stay tuned!