{"id":8410,"date":"2025-09-06T07:20:45","date_gmt":"2025-09-06T07:20:45","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.bangbet.com\/gh\/news\/?p=8410"},"modified":"2025-09-06T07:20:46","modified_gmt":"2025-09-06T07:20:46","slug":"italy-crush-estonia-5-0-in-world-cup-qualifiers","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.bangbet.com\/gh\/news\/italy-crush-estonia-5-0-in-world-cup-qualifiers\/","title":{"rendered":"Italy Crush Estonia 5-0 in World Cup Qualifiers"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\"> Kean, Retegui, Raspadori, and Bastoni on Target<\/h1>\n\n\n\n<p>Italy delivered a stunning performance in the <strong>World Cup Qualifiers<\/strong>, dismantling Estonia with a commanding <strong>5-0 victory<\/strong>. Goals from <strong>Moise Kean, Mateo Retegui, Giacomo Raspadori, and Alessandro Bastoni<\/strong> sealed a dominant night for the Azzurri, further strengthening their chances of booking a place in the tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Kean Breaks the Deadlock<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>After a cagey opening, Italy finally broke through in the <strong>58th minute<\/strong> when <strong>Moise Kean<\/strong> converted with precision to open the scoring. The forward\u2019s pace and physicality were too much for the Estonian defense to handle, setting the tone for Italy\u2019s attacking onslaught.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Retegui\u2019s Double Sparks Italian Charge<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Italy extended their lead in the <strong>69th minute<\/strong> through <strong>Mateo Retegui<\/strong>, who finished clinically to make it 2-0. Just over 10 minutes later, <strong>Giacomo Raspadori<\/strong> got his name on the scoresheet in the <strong>71st minute<\/strong>, further deflating Estonia\u2019s resistance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-1 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"646\" height=\"466\" data-id=\"8415\" src=\"https:\/\/www.bangbet.com\/gh\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/WCQ-12-a.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-8415\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.bangbet.com\/gh\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/WCQ-12-a.jpg 646w, https:\/\/www.bangbet.com\/gh\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/WCQ-12-a-300x216.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.bangbet.com\/gh\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/WCQ-12-a-150x108.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 646px) 100vw, 646px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Retegui wasn\u2019t done yet\u2014he struck again in the <strong>83rd minute<\/strong>, completing his brace and showing his growing importance in Italy\u2019s attack.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Bastoni Caps Off the Rout<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The final blow came in stoppage time when <strong>Alessandro Bastoni<\/strong> powered in a goal in the <strong>90+2nd minute<\/strong>, wrapping up a five-star display from the reigning European champions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Key Performances<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Moise Kean<\/strong>: Opened the scoring and provided the energy Italy needed to break down Estonia.<br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Mateo Retegui<\/strong>: A brace that highlighted his lethal finishing and composure in front of goal.<br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Giacomo Raspadori<\/strong>: Added creativity and movement, capped with a well-taken goal.<br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Alessandro Bastoni<\/strong>: Not only solid in defense but also contributed late with a clinical finish.<br><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image alignwide size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"644\" height=\"464\" src=\"https:\/\/www.bangbet.com\/gh\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/WCQ-12-b.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-8416\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.bangbet.com\/gh\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/WCQ-12-b.jpg 644w, https:\/\/www.bangbet.com\/gh\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/WCQ-12-b-300x216.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.bangbet.com\/gh\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/WCQ-12-b-150x108.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 644px) 100vw, 644px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">photo courtesy<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Estonia Outclassed<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Estonia struggled to cope with Italy\u2019s relentless pressing and creativity. They managed few chances of their own and were pinned back for much of the game. The gulf in quality was clear, as Italy controlled possession, tempo, and territory from start to finish.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>What\u2019s Next for Italy?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>With this emphatic <strong>5-0 victory<\/strong>, Italy continue their charge toward qualification, reminding fans of the firepower and tactical discipline that won them Euro 2020. For Estonia, the result leaves them with a steep climb in their qualifying campaign, as they search for points to keep slim hopes alive.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Final Score: Italy 5-0 Estonia<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-2 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"715\" height=\"454\" data-id=\"8417\" src=\"https:\/\/www.bangbet.com\/gh\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/WCQ-12-c.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-8417\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.bangbet.com\/gh\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/WCQ-12-c.jpg 715w, https:\/\/www.bangbet.com\/gh\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/WCQ-12-c-300x190.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.bangbet.com\/gh\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/WCQ-12-c-150x95.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.bangbet.com\/gh\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/WCQ-12-c-696x442.jpg 696w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 715px) 100vw, 715px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Goalscorers<\/strong>:<br>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>M. Kean (58\u2019)<br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>M. Retegui (69\u2019, 83\u2019)<br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>G. Raspadori (71\u2019)<br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A. Bastoni (90+2\u2019)<br><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Italy\u2019s blend of youth and experience proved too strong, sending a clear warning to their future opponents in the qualifiers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><br><strong>With the football season in full swing, stay ahead of the game with <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bangbet.com\/gh-m\">Bangbet<\/a>, your premier destination for the latest transfer news, confirmed signings, and the hottest transfer rumors. We go beyond the headlines to bring you in-depth analysis of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bangbet.com\/gh\/news\/\">European football<\/a>, covering the top leagues and clubs. From last-minute deals to long-term strategies, our platform provides you with real-time updates and expert insights into all the potential moves that could shape the next season. 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