Estonia vs Italy Preview, prediction, lineups, betting tips & odds | 2026 FIFA World Cup Qualifiers

Gli Azzurri dominated the proceedings when they last battled the Sinisärgid.

The Estonia national football team are gearing up to take on the Italy national football team for their next FIFA World Cup European qualifier. These teams are going to come up with an entertaining contest, which will take place at the A. Le Coq Arena.

The Sinisärgid will be at home, and this will be one of their advantages. They faced the Italians last month as well, and it was a lacklustre show by the Estonian national football team. They have only been able to win one of their World Cup qualifying games this time and have lost the other four.

The Italy national football team have performed well in their last three matches. They will be keen on continuing their form.

Despite being away from home for their next fixture, they will be feeling confident. Gli Azzurri came up with an astonishing display when they faced Estonia last time.

Newcomers 🆕#Azzurri #VivoAzzurro pic.twitter.com/TScnXiAZnG

— Italy ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ (@Azzurri_En) October 8, 2025

Kick-off:

• Location: Tallinn, Estonia
• Stadium: A. Le Coq Arena
• Date: Sunday, October 12
• Kick-off Time: 12:15 a.m. IST (Saturday, Oct 11; 06:45 p.m. GMT/ 02:45 p.m. ET/ 11:45 a.m. PT)
• Referee: Serdar Gozubuyuk
• VAR: In use

Form:

Estonia: W-L-L-L-D

Italy: D-L-W-W-W

Players to Watch

Patrik Kristal (Estonia)

Patrik Kristal will be looking to step up his game. He is going to play a crucial part in regulating the ball in the midfield. His position as an attacking midfielder also allows him to help his fellow teammates in the final third.

He will be keen on delivering top-level passes, which are going to trouble the opponent’s defence.

Mateo Retegui (Italy)

The 26-year-old forward is going to play an important role in the attacking front for the Italy national football team. Mateo Retegui has scored two goals in four World Cup qualifier appearances. He has performed well for his new club, Al Qadsiah and will be looking to continue his form here.

Match Facts

• Italy are on a three-match winning streak.
• Gli Azzurri have won all their last three games against Estonia without conceding any goals.
• The Sinisärgid have failed to secure a win in any of their last four fixtures.

Estonia vs Italy: Betting Tips and Odds

• Italy to win @1/11 Ladbrokes
• Mateo Retegui to score @100/30 Betway
• Goals over 3.5 @11/10 William Hill

Injury and Team News

Estonia have all their players fit to be in the squad.

Matteo Politano and Mattia Zaccagni are injured, hence will not be in action for Italy.

Gattuso's squad for the upcoming World Cup qualifiers is here! 📋💙#Azzurri #VivoAzzurro pic.twitter.com/fUT72T2Quz

— Italy ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ (@Azzurri_En) October 3, 2025

Head-to-Head

Total matches: 8

Estonia won: 0

Italy won: 8

Draws: 0

Predicted Lineups

Estonia predicted lineup (4-2-3-1)

Hein (GK); Schjonning-Larsen, Paskotši, Mets, Saliste; Palumets, Shein; Käit, Kristal, Sinyavskiy; Sappinen

Italy predicted lineup (4-4-2)

Donnarumma (GK); Di Lorenzo, Mancini, Bastoni, Dimarco; Orsolini, Barella, Locatelli, Tonali; Kean, Retegui

Match Prediction

Both of these sides are pushing for a win here, and it is going to be an interesting fixture. The Italy national football team is likely to come out on top to secure a win against Estonia in their upcoming World Cup qualifying clash.

Prediction: Estonia 0-4 Italy

Telecast Details

India: Star Sports Network, SonyLIV

UK: Prime Video UK

USA: Disney+, Fox Sports, Fubo TV, ViX

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