After the initial shock and disbelief, heartbroken Italians on Tuesday demanded answers as to why the one-time stars of the global game had missed the World Cup finals for the first time in 60 years.
The Italian press called it an "apocalypse" for the four-time world champions, who failed to qualify for the 1958 World Cup but have playedRead more
Four-time champions Italy face missing out on the World Cup for the first time since 1958, a potential national humiliation likened to the "apocalypse" by the team's fanatical supporters.
Italy need to overturn a 1-0 play-off first-leg defeat against Sweden at the San Siro on Monday.
National coach Gian Piero Ventura insists his team will not falter butRead more