Greece vs Italy: Rebuilding Azzurri Face Struggling Hosts in Crete Friendly Clash

International Friendly  -  Greece VS Italy
Match Time:08-06-2026 03:00 Monday (GMT+8)
Football Livescore | Match Prediction & Tips

Greece and Italy, both having failed to qualify for the upcoming World Cup, will meet in an international friendly to close out their 2025–26 season. The match in Crete also serves as preparation as they shift focus to their next UEFA Nations League campaign starting in late September.

Team Analysis:
Italy are entering a rebuilding phase after another World Cup qualifying failure, fielding a young squad under interim coach Silvio Baldini as they prepare for future competitions. Greece, also struggling for form and consistency, continue their search for improvement under pressure ahead of a difficult Nations League campaign.

Player Situation:
Italy’s young squad features many debutants under Silvio Baldini, with Gianluigi Donnarumma once again anchoring an inexperienced defence. Greece, meanwhile, are expected to stick with a largely unchanged lineup led by Vangelis Pavlidis, while Tasos Douvikas pushes for a starting role after a strong club season.

Result Prediction:
Despite being ranked significantly lower, Greece are considered favourites against an Italy side missing most of its senior players. However, Greece’s poor recent form could allow a young and motivated Italian team to secure a hard-fought draw.

Predicted Result: Greece 1-1 Italy.