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To: scrabblehack

Still possible if Israel ties Italy and beat Moldova then they will advance in a playoff game in order to qualify for the World Cup.


5 posted on 10/01/2025 5:06:38 PM PDT by MinorityRepublican
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To: MinorityRepublican

Most likely scenario:
Israel beats Italy and Moldova.
Italy beats Estonia and Moldova.

Both teams would be tied with 15 points.
1st tiebreaker is goal differential.
Right now Italy is +5, Israel is +4.

I think it’s impossible for Israel to get a wild card but I’m not sure.


6 posted on 10/01/2025 5:44:46 PM PDT by scrabblehack
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To: MinorityRepublican

The wild card rules do throw me a bit. I gather that the standings can be in great flux.


9 posted on 10/12/2025 12:54:12 PM PDT by scrabblehack
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To: MinorityRepublican

Italy beats Israel 3-0. Italy is definitely in; Israel’s chances of a wild card are low; maybe impossible.


10 posted on 10/14/2025 2:05:03 PM PDT by scrabblehack
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