Match report

Italy Secures 2-0 Win Over Moldova in World Cup Qualification

Italy
Italy
2–0
FT
Moldova
Moldova
Jun 9, 2025

Italy cruised to a 2-0 victory over Moldova in their World Cup - Qualification Europe clash, with goals from G. Raspadori and Andrea Cambiaso. Moldova's early effort was nullified by VAR, setting the tone for a dominant performance from Italy. The Azzurri's victory solidifies their position in the group, showcasing their tactical superiority and clinical finishing against a resilient Moldovan defense.

Key Facts

  • • Italy vs Moldova ended 2-0 in favor of Italy.
  • • G. Raspadori scored the first goal for Italy at minute 40.
  • • Andrea Cambiaso netted the second goal for Italy at minute 50.
  • • I. Nicolaescu's goal for Moldova was cancelled by VAR in the 11th minute.
  • • Italy made multiple substitutions, including Dimarco and Ricci replacing Orsolini and Barella at the half-hour mark.
  • • Moldova substituted multiple players throughout the match, notably Bodisteanu, Caimacov, and Postolachi.

Lineups

Italy

Formation: 3-5-1-1

Starting XI

  • 1 G. Donnarumma (G)
  • 22 G. Di Lorenzo (D)
  • 21 A. Bastoni (D)
  • 19 L. Ranieri (D)
  • 20 A. Cambiaso (M)
  • 16 D. Frattesi (M)
  • 6 S. Ricci (M)
  • 8 S. Tonali (M)
  • 3 F. Dimarco (M)
  • 10 G. Raspadori (F)
  • 9 M. Retegui (F)

Substitutes

  • 12 A. Meret
  • 23 M. Carnesecchi
  • 2 D. Coppola
  • 4 N. Rovella
  • 5 F. Gatti
  • 7 R. Orsolini
  • 11 D. Maldini
  • 13 D. Udogie
  • 14 C. Casadei
  • 15 D. Rugani
  • 17 L. Lucca
  • 18 N. Barella

Moldova

Formation: 5-3-2

Starting XI

  • 12 C. Avram (G)
  • 20 S. Platica (D)
  • 4 V. Baboglo (D)
  • 15 V. Mudrac (D)
  • 19 D. Dumbravanu (D)
  • 2 O. Reabciuk (D)
  • 11 M. Caimacov (M)
  • 7 A. Ionita (M)
  • 18 S. Bodisteanu (M)
  • 9 I. Nicolaescu (F)
  • 17 V. Postolachi (F)

Substitutes

  • 1 V. Straistari
  • 23 A. Kozhukhar
  • 3 I. Bors
  • 5 V. Posmac
  • 6 C. Dros
  • 8 N. Motpan
  • 10 V. Damascan
  • 13 A. Motoc
  • 14 M. Stefan
  • 16 V. Stina
  • 21 S. Perciun
  • 22 S. Bitca

Timeline

  1. Moldova
    11' Moldova Var · Goal cancelled
    I. Nicolaescu
  2. Italy
    40' Italy Goal · Normal Goal
    G. Raspadori
  3. Italy
    46' Italy subst · Substitution 1
    Off: F. Dimarco · On: R. Orsolini
  4. Italy
    46' Italy subst · Substitution 2
    Off: S. Ricci · On: N. Barella
  5. Italy
    50' Italy Goal · Normal Goal
    Andrea Cambiaso · Assist: D. Frattesi
  6. Moldova
    58' Moldova subst · Substitution 1
    Off: S. Bodisteanu · On: Nichita Moțpan
  7. Moldova
    66' Moldova subst · Substitution 2
    Off: M. Caimacov · On: V. Stînă
  8. Moldova
    66' Moldova subst · Substitution 3
    Off: V. Postolachi · On: S. Perciun
  9. Moldova
    71' Moldova Card · Yellow Card
    I. Nicolaescu

    Foul

  10. Italy
    71' Italy subst · Substitution 3
    Off: M. Retegui · On: L. Lucca
  11. Moldova
    72' Moldova subst · Substitution 4
    Off: A. Ioniţă · On: C. Dros
  12. Moldova
    72' Moldova subst · Substitution 5
    Off: I. Nicolaescu · On: V. Damaşcan
  13. Italy
    77' Italy subst · Substitution 4
    Off: G. Raspadori · On: D. Maldini
  14. Italy
    83' Italy subst · Substitution 5
    Off: L. Ranieri · On: D. Coppola
  15. Italy
    85' Italy Card · Yellow Card
    D. Frattesi

    Foul

Match Stats

Stat Italy Moldova
Fouls 8 12
Pass Accuracy 91% 82%
Offsides 0 1
Red Cards — —
Total Shots 28 18
Corners 7 6
Total Passes 614 322
Yellow Cards 1 1
Blocked Shots 12 3
Shots on Target 7 7
xG — —
Shots off Target 9 8
Possession 66% 34%
Goals Prevented — —
Accurate Passes 556 263
Shots Inside Box 19 13
Saves 6 5
Shots Outside Box 9 5

Key Match Notes

  • ▸ The cancellation of Moldova's goal early in the match by VAR gave Italy a psychological boost.
  • ▸ Raspadori's goal in the 40th minute marked a significant shift in momentum, giving Italy a crucial lead.
  • ▸ Cambiaso's second goal in the 50th minute effectively sealed Italy's victory, ensuring their dominance in the match.