Clarifying UEFA 2026 qualifiers

I’m thinking about the UEFA 2026 qualifiers, wondering if there will be 12 groups of 4 or 5 teams. The group winners will qualify directly while runners-up go to playoffs, but I’m not completely sure about the details. It’s also true that the tournament expands to 48 teams, with UEFA increasing their slots from 13 to 16. I should suggest targeting qualification for Italy and ask the user what they want—translation, context, or an article?Providing insights on Italy's World Cup goals

Okay, let’s start with a concise take: Materazzi believes it's reasonable for Italy to aim for the World Cup finals, considering their tradition, squad, and the expansion to 48 teams.

I should mention the background that Italy missed qualifying for 2018 and 2022. Currently, they have Spalletti as coach, but coaching could change by 2025. It’s reasonable to say he is working on team rejuvenation.

I’ll offer two options: 1) Translation, or 2) Analysis and context based on the squad's prospects.

Here's the English translation: "Materazzi: For a team as strong as Italy, reaching the World Cup finals tournament should be the target."