Venezuela will face the United States in the World Baseball Classic final.
The South American team toppled the Italians 4-2 on Monday night at loanDepot park to set the stage for a meeting with the Americans for the WBC title, which would be Venezuela’s first if they manage to overpower the United States.
Venezuela outfielder Ronald Acuña Jr. (21) reacts with second baseman Gleyber Torres (25) as he scores in the seventh inning against Italy during a semifinal game of the 2026 World Baseball Classic at loanDepot Park. Sam Navarro-Imagn Images
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