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Italy suffer World Cup heartbreak
By Chris Dinsdale
June 14, 2018 - July 15, 2018 - Four-time champions Italy have failed to qualify for the World Cup for the first time since 1958, after a goalless draw with Sweden ended hopes of qualifying for next year's tournament in Russia. Italian captain Gianluigi Buffon announced his retirement shortly after the match, along with teammates Andrea Barzagli and Daniele de Rossi.