Kean's Crucial Goal and Record-Equalling Feat for Italy Against Bosnia
Moise Kean struck early to give Italy a significant 1-0 advantage over Bosnia and Herzegovina in their World Cup play-off final in Zenica. His expertly taken first-time finish put the Azzurri ahead in a crucial match vying for a spot at the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
The match at the Bilino Polje Stadium saw Kean open the scoring just 15 minutes into the game. The sequence began when strike partner Mateo Retegui pressured the opposing goalkeeper Nikola Vasilj, forcing a clearance directly to Nicolo Barella. Barella swiftly tapped the ball to Kean, who, from the edge of the box, delivered a magnificent first-time shot into the net.
Beyond securing the lead, Kean's goal also marked a historic achievement for the Fiorentina striker. He became only the fourth player in the history of the Italy national team to score in six consecutive appearances. This remarkable feat places him alongside legends such as Adolfo Balonceri (1928), Gigi Riva (1969), and Roberto Bettega (1977). Kean's impressive scoring run now includes eight goals in his last six outings for the national squad.
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