Can Gattuso's Azzuri Go All The Way? Where To Watch Italy vs Northern Ireland: Kick-Off Timings and Team Info

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Published - Mar 26, 2026, 05:54 PM

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Where To Watch Italy vs Northern Ireland?

Summary

Italy has a chance of keeping their 2026 FIFA World Cup hopes alive if they win their upcoming game against Northern Ireland on Thursday.
The winner from this game will play against the winner of Wales vs Bosnia and Herzegovina in the final of the World Cup Qualifiers play-offs.
Federico Dimarco will be a key player in the upcoming contest against Northern Ireland.

Italy and coach Gennaro Gattuso have an opportunity to redeem themselves with a win over Northern Ireland as a win could push them closer to their ambitions of returning to the World Cup stage in 2026 on Thursday in the FIFA World Cup Qualifiers play-offs. A clash with huge ramifications on who will play in the global showcase scheduled to be hosted by the United States, Mexico and Canada in June, will see two footballing nations lock horns for an opportunity to be part of it. Sportsdunia explores where to watch Italy vs Northern Ireland live stream TV channel info, and more to catch the game live.

Italy have won four of their last five games under coach Gennaro Gattuso, and will be keen to get back to winning ways. The last outing for his men saw them lose 1-4 against Norway, after a brace from Erling Haaland, Jorgen Strand Larsen and Nusa capped off and amazing team display. Northern Ireland have been inconsistent in recent games, having only won two of their last five games across all games.

The European side are coming off a massive 1-0 win over Luxembourg, and are full of confidence and spirits under coach Michael O'Neill's leadership.

The upcoming clash will be the 5th meeting between Italy and Northern Ireland across all competitions. Italy are currently in the lead with two wins in their past 4 meetings, and is expected to be a clash that promises goals, and will be exciting for the neutrals watching the game.

Find out where to watch Italy vs Northern Ireland game.

Where To Watch Italy vs Northern Ireland?

Fans from both Italy and Northern Ireland can watch all the action from the game on these platforms and follow the live scores on SD live application.