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Nations League: France and Italy draw 1-1 in Paris

Mancini's national team earns a point in France after a balanced and intense match.

3 October 2026Tagblick Newsdesk

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Archive photo: Nations League: France and Italy draw 1-1 in Paris — Archive photoPhoto: Saggittarius A · Wikimedia Commons · CC BY-SA 4.0

In the third match of the Nations League, France and Italy drew 1-1 at the Stade de France. The match showcased a strong performance from the Azzurri, who maintained possession and created several chances, particularly in the first half, when Moise Kean came close to scoring on two occasions.

The first goal of the match was scored by Michael Olise, who put the Bleus ahead in the 55th minute. The French forward executed a perfect shot that hit the crossbar before entering the net, confirming the offensive strength of Zinedine Zidane's team.

Italy responded and equalized in the 68th minute thanks to Bastoni, who capitalized on a personal effort by stealing the ball from Da Cunha and getting past goalkeeper Maignan. This goal reignited the Azzurri, who seemed to have gained confidence after initial pressure from France.

The match also saw the expulsion of Upamecano in the 85th minute, leaving France with ten men; however, the Azzurri could not find the winning goal in the final moments. This result leaves Italy with one point earned after a previous loss to Belgium and a win against Turkey.

Coach Roberto Mancini had previously announced his intention to play for victory, emphasizing the importance of a winning mentality. Indeed, the Azzurri showed they can compete with strong teams like France, raising hopes for the continuation of the competition.

The final score of 1-1 keeps the battle for advancement in the Nations League alive, further complicating the situation in the group. Both teams are now preparing to face their upcoming challenges.

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