Tips:
The Squadra Azzurra is engaged in a terrible duel at a distance with Spain. The two giants of the Old Continent could be competing in Russia at goal-average, back-to-back from their first encounters (1-1). At the moment of beginning the return phase, Italy accuses eight goal behind the Roja (+9 against +17). In other words, this match against Liechtenstein, a small thumb and a group, is a good opportunity to reduce the deficit. Winners 0-4 to go, the Italians will want to stack the goals in Udine. Dominated 8-0 in Spain a few months ago, will amateurs avoid a new punishment?Liechtenstein lost 8-0 in Spain a few months ago.
Squadra Azzurra had a four-goal win (0-4) from Liechtenstein in the first leg. One can legitimately hope for at least one more in Udine.
The Italians dominated Uruguay in a very authoritarian way (3-0) a few days ago in friendly.Desiring to reduce the gap accumulated on the Roja at goal-average, Italians should logically correct Liechtenstein still amateurs in their approach to major events. Puni 8-0 in Spain, the small thumb of this group will bow by at least five goals away to Udine.
Match Details:
2018 World Cup Qualification : Italy vs Liechtenstein
11 June, Sunday
Stadio Friuli, 18:45 GMT