Moldova vs Italy prediction, 2:45 a.m. November 14: Miracles are unlikely

TPO - Football analysis Moldova vs Italy, World Cup qualifiers, at 2:45 a.m. on November 14 - Team information, expected lineup, score prediction. Italy is almost out of the question to overcome Norway in Group I. Coach Gattuso and his team must now ensure victory against Moldova to maintain high form.

Prediction before the match Moldova vs Italy

In Group I, Italy has 15 points, ranking second after Norway. The blue team is three points behind Norway, with a lower goal difference of +16. Therefore, to surpass Norway, Italy needs to beat Moldova by a very large score, along with Norway losing heavily to Estonia. With the first condition, Italy can do it. But Norway losing heavily in the last match is unthinkable.

The Italians will still be holding out for a slight comeback against Norway. In reality, it would be more practical for Italy to focus on the goal of beating Moldova to extend their unbeaten streak. At that time, the EURO 2020 champions will once again fall into the play-off match for a ticket to the 2026 World Cup and face many risks.

In the first leg between Italy and Estonia, Gattuso and his team won 3-1 at home. Under new coach Gattuso, the Azzurri are still playing well, with 4 consecutive wins since they have a new coach. Before the match against Moldova, Gattuso emphasized that his and his team's goal is to win against their opponents, focusing on perfecting their playing style to aim for the long-term goal with the team.

With good form and superior force to the opponent, Italy has no reason to stumble against Moldova. In the 2026 World Cup qualifying campaign in Europe, Moldova was easily crushed in Group I, losing all 6 matches, scoring only 4 goals and conceding 22.

This is a great opportunity for Italian strikers to "practice shooting" before heading to the tense matches in the play-off.

Form, head-to-head record Moldova vs Italy

Moldova lost all 6 times against Italy, scoring 3 goals and conceding 17. With a team ranked 156th in the world , Moldova's performance in the 2026 World Cup qualifiers was not too bad. In particular, the 1-3 loss to Italy in the first leg of Group I showed the determination and clear progress of Moldova's players.

In the final match of the 2026 World Cup qualifiers and playing at home, Moldova hopes to create an earthquake against Italy. This is also what Gattuso and his team need to be careful about, not to underestimate the opponent when the home team has no psychological pressure.

Moldova vs Italy squad information

Italy will be without midfielder Nicolo Barella due to suspension. Moise Kean has withdrawn due to injury. Federico Chiesa has refused to be called up to the national team this time due to his poor physical condition. Coach Gattuso will most likely give the majority of his reserve players a chance to play in this match. This is also a good opportunity for the Italian coach to deploy tactical plans, aiming for the play-off match.

Expected lineup:

Moldova: Avram; Forov, Craciun, Baboglo, Platica, Reabciuk; Caimacov, Rata, Bogaciuc; Postolachi; Nicolaescu.

Italy : Donnarumma; Di Lorenzo, Mancini, Bastoni, Dimarco; Cristante, Locatelli, Tonali; Orsolini, Retegui, Zaccagni.

Score prediction: Moldova 0-5 Italy.

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