Italy fails to qualify for World Cup for third consecutive time after a penalty shootout loss

Italy has failed to qualify for the upcoming World Cup in the United States after losing a penalty shootout against Bosnia. The match ended one-all before going to penalties, where the Italians missed crucial shots. This marks the third consecutive World Cup that Italy will miss, a major blow for Italian fans worldwide, including Italian Australians and Italian Americans who had hoped to see Italy play a significant role in the tournament.