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And for tonight’s high-stakes World Cup play-off between Italy and Northern Ireland, we’ve put together a standout Bet Builder to show you exactly how it works.
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Who will you be backing?
Our Italy vs Northern Ireland Bet Builder
Here’s the Bet Builder we’ve put together for tonight’s game:
- Italy to win
- Italy to score first
- Sandro Tonali to be carded
- Mateo Retegui to score anytime
- Over 7.5 total corners
- Both teams to score
Combined odds: 23.00
Why These Picks Make Sense
Italy to win & score first
Italy are under serious pressure heading into this one. After missing the last two World Cups, there is no margin for error, and Gennaro Gattuso’s side will be desperate to make a statement at home.
They won all their home games in qualifying and have a strong historical record against Northern Ireland, who have lost every previous away visit to Italy. With that motivation and home advantage, Italy should take control early and get the first goal.
Both teams to score – Yes
While Italy are favourites, they haven’t been completely convincing defensively. Under Gattuso, they’ve been involved in open games, including a 5-4 win over Israel and a 3-1 win in Estonia.
Northern Ireland have also shown they can find the net, scoring in eight of their last 10 matches. Crucially, they’ve been far more vulnerable defensively without Dan Ballard, conceding 10 goals in five games he missed. That often forces them to attack more, which opens the game up.
That combination points strongly towards both teams getting on the scoresheet.
Mateo Retegui anytime goalscorer
Italy’s attack now revolves around Mateo Retegui.
He was their top scorer in qualifying and has consistently delivered goals at international level, with 11 goals in 26 appearances. Four of those came at home, where Italy tend to create more chances.
With Italy expected to dominate possession and territory, Retegui is the most likely player to be on the end of those chances.
Sandro Tonali to be carded
This is exactly the type of game where Tonali thrives – and where he picks up bookings.
He’s Italy’s engine in midfield, constantly involved in duels, pressing and breaking up play. In big, high-intensity games this season, he’s regularly been carded, including matches against Manchester United, Manchester City, PSV in the Champions League, and Barcelona.
He also picked up a booking in a crucial World Cup qualifier against Israel. In a must-win knockout game like this, expect him to be right in the middle of the action again.
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Over 7.5 corners
This is a one-off semi-final. Both teams know exactly what’s at stake.
Italy will push forward, dominate the ball and look to create chances, while Northern Ireland will have moments on the counter and will not sit back if they go behind.
That kind of game flow naturally leads to crosses, pressure, and ultimately corners. With both teams expected to have attacking spells, this line looks very achievable.
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