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

Gli Azzurri dominated the proceedings when these sides last met.

The Italy national football team are ready to host the Estonia national football team for the matchweek 5 fixture of the UEFA FIFA World Cup 2026 qualifiers. Gewiss Stadium is all set to witness this interesting clash.

The hosts have already been a part of two World Cup qualifying fixtures. They opened their journey with a loss against Norway, but then made a strong comeback after a win over Moldova. The Italy national football team will be looking for a win here and at home; they will be feeling confident.

In their three FIFA World Cup qualifier games in the European region, the Estonia national football team have only been able to win one of their matches. They will have to step up here as Estonia will be away from home.

Kick-off:

• Location: Bergamo, Italy
• Stadium: Gewiss Stadium
• Date: Saturday, September 6
• Kick-off Time: 12:15 a.m. IST (Friday, September 5; 06:45 p.m. GMT/ 02:45 p.m. ET/ 11:45 a.m. PT)
• Referee: TBD
• VAR: In use

Form:

Italy: L-L-D-L-W

Estonia: L-L-W-L-L

Players to Watch

Mateo Retegui (Italy)

Mateo Retegui is going to be a big threat to the opponent’s defence. With his presence in the attacking front, his national football team is surely going to have that advantage. The Al Qadsiah forward will be looking to score a goal or two to help his side here.

Rauno Sappinen (Estonia)

Rauno Sappinen will be looking to step up here, as the upcoming World Cup qualifying fixture is going to be a tough contest for the visitors. The 29-year-old, with his skills in the final third, will be keen on causing problems for the opponents.

Match Facts

• Gli Azzurri have scored nine goals in their last three matches against the visitors.
• They are on a three-match winning run against Estonia.
• They have secured two clean sheets in their last three games against Estonia.

Italy vs Esonia: Betting Tips and Odds

• The hosts to win
• Mateo Retegui to score
• Goals under 3.5

Injury and Team News

All of the selected squad members for both of these national football teams are fit to be in action.

Gattuso's first Italy squad is here! 📋#Azzurri #VivoAzzurro pic.twitter.com/LacR6AgkYT

— Italy ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ (@Azzurri_En) August 29, 2025

Head-to-Head

Total matches: 7

Italy won: 7

Estonia won: 0

Draws: 0

Predicted Lineups

Italy predicted lineup (3-5-1-1)

Donnarumma (GK); Di Lorenzo, Bastoni, Gatti; Cambiaso, Frattesi, Locatelli, Tonali, Dimarco; Raspadori; Retegui

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

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

Match Prediction

These teams are ready to come up with an intense fixture, and a win will be important for both of them. The Italy national football team are likely to emerge victorious against the Estonia national football team in their upcoming World Cup qualifying.

Prediction: Italy 2-0 Estonia

Telecast Details

India: Sony Sports Network

UK: BBC

USA: FOX Sports

Nigeria: SuperSport

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