Italy 'destroyed and crushed' after play-off shock

European champions Italy will not play in the 2022 World Cup after being stunned by North Macedonia in their play-off in Palermo

Aleksandar Trajkovski picked up the loose ball in the 92nd minute, drove forward and fired a sensational winner from outside the area.

Qazet.az reports that the goal sparked wild celebrations on the North Macedonia bench, while Italy's players and coaching staff dropped to their knees in front of their home fans.

It means Italy have failed to qualify for a second consecutive World Cup, ensuring the Azzurri will endure at least 12 years between appearances at football's showpiece event.