Italy secured a convincing 3-0 victory over Israel in Udine, with Mateo Retegui scoring twice and Gianluca Mancini adding a late header. Retegui opened the scoring from the penalty spot just before halftime and doubled Italy's lead in the second half with a well-taken goal. Mancini sealed the win in stoppage time, ensuring Italy at least a playoff spot for the upcoming World Cup. The match took place amid heightened tensions outside the stadium, where police clashed with demonstrators during a pro-Palestinian, anti-Israel march. Norway remain top of Group I, while Italy's win leaves Israel unable to catch them with only one game remaining.