France and Italy drew 1-1 on Friday at the Stade de France in the Nations League. France remain unbeaten in the competition, but have dropped their first points and still sit top of their group.
After a long spell lacking inspiration, France finally found a way through with a fine combination between Cherki and Michael Olise. The opening goal, however, was not enough to preserve their lead: France then faltered at the back.
A misplaced pass by Rabiot in the middle, followed by a poor touch from Da Cunha, gave Bastoni the opportunity. The Italian won his duel against Maignan to bring the sides level.
Initially impressive but inaccurate, France had to dig deep to salvage a point. The draw ends their perfect points record, but leaves them unbeaten and top of the group.
FootballAfter a 1-1 draw with France in Saint-Denis, Italy coach Roberto Mancini said he was pleased with his team’s progress. He considers the overall record from their three Nations League matches positive.
FootballRobert Lewandowski led Poland to their first Nations League victory with a hat-trick against Romania. Reduced to 10 men after Drăgușin was sent off, Romania lost 6-0.
FootballAlready bottom of Group A1 after two defeats, Turkey suffered another loss against Belgium. Kevin De Bruyne scored twice and Romelu Lukaku added a third as Belgium won 3-0, leaving Turkey without a point.
FootballAfter his team’s loss to Athletic, Pellegrino Matarazzo praised their opponents. He also identified turnovers and a lack of attacking rhythm as problems for his side.
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