Italy’s failure to qualify for the 2026 FIFA World Cup extends far beyond a mere sporting disappointment, posing an extremely heavy economic impact on the entire nation.
Italy’s World Cup Exclusion: Unimpresa Warns of Over €570 Million Economic Damage

By Callum Henshaw
Callum Henshaw, based in Bristol, England, is a sports journalist hooked on Juventus. From match breakdowns to transfer buzz, he delivers sharp, fan-focused takes on the Bianconeri.
