Italy U17 loses against Austria and the World Cup dream ends in the semifinals.

What could have become a historic achievement for Massimiliano Favo’s team was instead shattered against a ruthless national team, led by a talent destined to soon make a name for himself among professionals: Johannes Moser.

The 17-year-old from Liefering scored a crucial brace. First, at the start of the second half, with a precise left-footed shot that kissed the post to Longoni’s left and went in; then, at the end, after Borasio’s last-man foul — resulting in his expulsion — he crafted a splendid right-footed arc, unstoppable for the young Milan goalkeeper.

Moser rises to eight goals in the World Cup, a tally that could grow further thanks to Austria’s qualification for the final, where they will face the winner between Portugal and Brazil. For Italy, it remains a historic campaign: the U17 had never managed to reach the top four in the world. The young Azzurri will now compete for third place, a goal that boosts confidence for the future and deserves everyone’s compliments.

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