UEFA Nations League A
#FRAITA 🇫🇷🇮🇹 | French Blues Sunk by a Blazing Italy in the Nations League!
France – Italy: Squadra Azzurra Tames the Blues in Nations League
A tough night for the Blues as they fall at home to a clinical and effective Italy (1-3). Despite having slightly more possession, the French failed to capitalize on their chances, while the Italians showed ruthless efficiency.
The match started well for the French who opened the scoring in the very first minute. But the joy was short-lived, Italy equalized and then took the lead before half-time. Despite some attempts in the second half, the Blues failed to get back into the game and conceded a third goal late in the match. The Nazionale, well-organized and driven by a dominant midfield, exploited the French defensive weaknesses. This match highlights the Blues’ difficulties in converting their dominance and emphasizes the importance of efficiency in modern football. Italy, meanwhile, confirms their status as a favorite in this Nations League.
| Date | Stadium | Type |
|---|---|---|
| 6 Sept 2024 | 0 | UEFA Nations League A |
Team Statistics
| Team | Score | Possession (%) | Total Shots | Corners | Yellow Cards | Red Cards | Goals |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| France | 1 | 51% | 11 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1′ |
| Italy | 3 | 49% | 11 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 33′, 51′, 74′ |
Match Events
| Yellow Cards | Red Cards |
|---|---|
| 0 | 0 |