Italy vs Moldova Predictions

• Italy scored nine times across home meetings with North Macedonia and Malta in their last qualifying campaign
• Moldova have conceded eight times across their first two games in this group
• The visitors allowed 24 shots against them in a 5-0 home loss to Norway

Key clash for Spalletti

Italy’s hopes of a first World Cup appearance since 2014 took a hit in their opening qualifying clash, as they were hammered 3-0 by Norway. Thanks to their Nations League matches earlier this year, the Azzurri are already nine points shy of Norway and six off second, which only offers a playoff spot.

As a result, Luciano Spalletti is set for talks with his bosses after this international break. His side have lost two and drawn once in 2025, while they’re less than a year removed from an underwhelming appearance at Euro 2024.

Opponents Moldova have had struggles of their own, having been thumped 5-0 at home by Norway in their opening game. The hosts also conceded three times in a defeat to Estonia, so Italy should be able to carve out some openings.

Spalletti’s side will look to get on the ball and create chances, while the hosts won home clashes with North Macedonia and Malta 5-2 and 4-0 in their previous qualifying campaign.

Moldova conceded 24 shots in their home loss to Norway, so back Italy to win a high-scoring clash against the vulnerable visitors.