The main event of the sixth round of the Nations League is the crucial match in Group 2 – Italy vs France. The current circumstances within their group indicate that Italy is on the verge of securing first place. It tops the quartet with 13 points. France possesses a potential opportunity to secure the top position. However, achieving that requires them to secure a significant victory over the Italians. Currently, Deschamps’ team holds the second position, trailing the leader by three points. The French have netted 12 goals, while the Italians have scored nine. Both teams conceded an equal number of goals – five apiece.
This Nations League will prove beneficial for Italy, particularly following the disappointing Euro 2024, where the team struggled to advance from the group stage and quickly exited the playoffs. In this tournament, Spalletti’s team is showcasing a cohesive performance, having moved away from their previous game strategy. The team remained unbeaten throughout five rounds, achieving four victories and one draw. The sole occasion on which the Italians shared points with the Belgians occurred when they were reduced to ten men on the pitch in the first half.
France experienced a setback at the beginning of this Nations League, suffering a defeat against Italy by 1:3. Following that, Deschamps’ team approached their matches with greater seriousness and remained unbeaten. The sole misfire took place a few days ago—a scoreless draw against Israel. However, France took control in that instance and should have secured three points.
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Italy vs France date & kick-off time
- Competition: UEFA Nations League
- Game Day: Sunday, November 17, 2023
- Kick-off: 19:45 UK time
- Stadium: Stadio Giuseppe Meazza, Milano
Where to watch Italy vs France
- UK: N/A
- USA: fuboTV, Foxsports.com, ViX, FOX Sports App, Fox Sports 2
- Canada: DAZN Canada
- Australia: Optus Sport
- France: TF1+, Molotov, myCANAL, TF1
- Italy: RaiPlay, RAI 1
Head-to-Head Record
| 06/09/2024 | France 1 – 3 Italy | Nations League |
| 01/06/2018 | France 3 – 1 Italy | Friendly |
| 01/09/2016 | Italy 1 – 3 France | Friendly |
| 14/11/2012 | Italy 1 – 2 France | Friendly |
| 17/06/2008 | France 0 – 2 Italy | Euro Cup |
Italy vs France possible squads
Italy Predicted Lineup: Donnarumma; Di Lorenzo, Buongiorno, Bastoni; Cambiaso, Frattesi, Locatelli, Tonali, Dimarco; Barella; Kean
France Predicted Lineup: Maignan; Kounde, Konate, Saliba, Hernandez; Kante, Rabiot; Olise, Zaire-Emery, Barcola; Thuram
