Key Takeaways:
- Alessandro Bastoni has left the Italian national camp after picking up a second yellow card against Estonia on Saturday
- Bastoni will miss the Israel tie in Udine due to suspension but is set to return for the Moldova match on November 13
- Italy currently sit second in their World Cup qualifying group with 12 points from five games, behind Norway’s 18 from six
Bastoni Ruled Out Through Suspension
Alessandro Bastoni, Inter’s defender, has departed the Italian national team’s training camp according to reports from the Italian press. Bastoni picked up his second yellow card during the fixture against Estonia on Saturday, resulting in an automatic one-match suspension. As a consequence, the centre-back is ruled out of the upcoming World Cup qualifier against Israel and will return to his club, Inter.
Impact on Italy’s Defensive Line-Up
Bastoni had previously featured in every minute of the Azzurri’s World Cup qualifying campaign before this setback. His absence leaves head coach Gennaro Gattuso with a selection headache ahead of the crucial encounter in Udine against Israel. Bastoni is expected to complete his suspension and become eligible for Italy’s subsequent qualifying fixture with Moldova on November 13.
Alessandro Bastoni is set to leave the Italy national team camp and return to Inter on Monday according to the latest updates. pic.twitter.com/JJrsmys30K
— Football Italia (@footballitalia) October 12, 2025
Kean’s Fitness in Doubt
Meanwhile, the fitness of forward Moise Kean remains uncertain after he sustained an injury and was forced off during the match against Estonia. The extent of Kean’s injury has yet to be determined and it is unclear whether he will be available for selection for tomorrow’s clash with Israel.
Group Standings and Remaining Fixtures
The Italian team, managed by Gennaro Gattuso, currently occupy second place in their qualifying group having amassed 12 points from five matches. Norway lead the standings with an unblemished record of 18 points from six games.
| Team | Played | Points |
|---|---|---|
| Norway | 6 | 18 |
| Italy | 5 | 12 |
