Italy pulled off a narrow yet comfortable victory over Israel at the Stadio Città del Tricolore, with Ciro Immobile's header proving the difference.

The striker latched onto an inswinging cross from Antonio Candreva in the second half, following a goalless first 45, to put the Azzurri in the driving seat.

The victory sees Italy further cement their standing in Group G, now sitting in second place on 19 points after eight matches played.