Luciano Spalletti Faces Key Meeting as Italy’s World Cup Hopes Hang in the Balance

Luciano Spalletti’s role as Italy’s head coach is in danger after a big loss to Norway. A crucial meeting with Italian Football Federation president Gabriele Gravina is set for Tuesday. Spalletti’s job is at risk as Italy struggles to qualify for the 2026 World Cup.

WHAT HAPPENED?

On June 6, Italy lost 3-0 to Norway in the third round of World Cup qualifiers, raising doubts about Spalletti‘s leadership. The upcoming meeting with Federation president Gravina on June 10 could decide his future. Reports say Spalletti might quit if results don’t improve soon. While no staff changes are expected before Italy’s next match against Moldova, uncertainty around Spalletti’s position remains high.

ITALY’S RECENT STRUGGLES AND GROUP STANDINGS

Italy’s campaign in their World Cup qualifying group, which includes Norway, Israel, Estonia, and Moldova, has started badly. The loss to Norway was especially damaging, putting Italy at risk of missing the World Cup. Italy will play Moldova on Monday, needing a win to keep their hopes alive. The Italian public and media have criticized the squad’s poor form and lack of unity, adding pressure on Spalletti to quickly improve the team.

POTENTIAL CHANGES AND WHAT COMES NEXT

If Spalletti resigns or is fired, leading candidates to replace him include Stefano Pioli of Al Nassr, and Claudio Ranieri, who just completed his interim stint at Roma. However, Pioli may not be available until July due to contract issues. For now, focus shifts to Monday’s vital match against Moldova. Italy needs a win to keep their World Cup dreams alive. Failing to secure victory could result in immediate changes to the coaching staff, causing further chaos in Italian football at a critical time.