Aphone against Israel last Thursday, the Blues want to end the year on a good note against Italy, in Milan, with first place in the group at stake.
Nkunku jostled (56th, 1-2)
In an aerial duel, the French striker is pushed by Buongiorno who has been in difficulty since the start of the second half.
The Nazionale puts itself in danger (54th, 1-2)
Cambiaso takes a lot of risks on his recovery and loses the ball at the entrance to the Italian area. Thuram recovers and attempts the shot but the ball is blocked by Buongiorno.
Lots of intensity on the pitch (52nd, 1-2)
In a magnificent atmosphere at San Siro, the contacts are tough at the start of the second half. The Italians are under pressure, particularly on their defensive restarts. The French press well.
Koundé attentive! (49th, 1-2)
Alone on his left side on the edge of the Blues area, Dimarco sends a dangerous cross deflected by the tip of Koundé’s foot! Maignan grabs the ball.
Koné hits (48th, 1-2)
The midfielder, author of a good first period, attacks the Italian defensive line. The Frenchman gains meters but is finally stopped by Tonali.
Konaté inaccurate (46th, 1-2)
The French central defender misses his recovery. Cambiaso recovers and transmits to his midfielder.
Here we go again!
Start of the second half between Italy and France!
Digne’s sublime free kick on video
Rabiot’s opening score on video
Halftime at San Siro!
The Blues lead 2-1 against Italy in a boiling San Siro! Rabiot (3rd) and Vicario against his camp (33rd) – on a superb direct free kick from Digne – are the French scorers for the moment. Cambiaso reduced the score for the Nazionale (35th). Nothing has been done yet. The French team is one goal short of taking first place in the group.
Additional time (45th+1, 1-2)
One more minute to play in this first period!
Yellow card for Kolo Muani! (43rd, 1-2)
The Blues striker is penalized following a foul on Dimarco.
Guendouzi well placed! (42nd, 1-2)
Rabiot loses the ball towards the corner point, Barella recovers and crosses directly into the middle of the French area. Guendouzi, well placed, deflects with his head!
Italy is growing! (39th, 1-2)
The Blues lose the ball once again. Italy looks for Di Lorenzo in the area but the ball is lost by the Nazionale. The match is going in all directions!
BUTT FROM ITALY!! (35th, 1-2)
The Squadra Azzurra fought back and reduced the score in the process!! The Italians, upset, returned to the match. Dimarco struck on his side to cross magnificently for Cambiaso who volleyed home from the right! Maignan was unable to do anything. 1-2.
BUTTT BLUESS!!! (33rd, 0-2)
Digne’s direct free kick from 25 meters!! Amazing ! The French defender, on the evening of his 50th selection, scored his first goal in blue and in what way!! The French team is taking a break. How effective this evening. The Blues are surgical. 0-2.
Frattesi have you! (31e, 0-1)
Yellow card for the Inter Milan player, author of a delayed foul on an acceleration by Nkunku!
The Blues in management (30th, 0-1)
For 10 minutes, Didier Deschamps’ players have been spinning. The French midfielder took over. Possession is still in favor of Italy (53%).
The Blues bypass (27th, 0-1)
Faced with the well-grouped Italian block, the French team calmly rotates. Nkunku comes down in particular to take part in the game. Rabiot is in tune and seems to be getting back into rhythm.
Di Lorenzo (fortunately) gets through (24th, 0-1)
Free kick from 30 meters for Dimarco who tries to find the Napoli captain at the far post. Di Lorenzo cannot head the ball back. Goal kick for Maignan.
Digne and Rabiot at the party
The Italians struggle to find their attacker (22nd, 0-1)
Symptomatic of the lack of danger in attack of the Nazionale, Spalletti’s players are unable to find their center forward Retegui in the meantime. For now.
France breathes (20th, 0-1)
After several difficult minutes, Didier Deschamps’ players seem to be doing better and are getting the balls out better. The Italian defense is under more pressure.
Guendouzi doesn’t fit! (17th, 0-1)
Good movement from the Blues where the Lazio midfielder is found on the edge of the Italian area. The former Marseillais resumes instantly but the ball flies into the stands of San Siro.
The Blues moderate (15th, 0-1)
The French players try to calm the Italian enthusiasm by stopping the game. But the Blues (too) often lose the ball under pressure from the Azzurri.
Kolo Muani misses (13th, 0-1)
Good work from Thuram on an oriented control which can pass to Kolo Muani. The latter tries to instantly punch Nkunku but the Parisian’s gesture is completely missed. Vicario grabs the leather.
Italy tries to react (10th, 0-1)
Showered from the start following Rabiot’s goal, the Squadra Azzurra tried to establish its rhythm, particularly in the midfield through captain Barella. The Blues struggle to restart properly and are disrupted.
Stretcher takes a chance! (8e, 0-1)
The Italian midfielder, at the entrance to the French area, sends a low shot which is caught with difficulty following a sneaky rebound by Maignan. The Blues goalkeeper releases the ball but Retegui is too far away to take it again.
Konaté very present (7th, 0-1)
Tonali hits a good free kick, 25 meters for the Nazionale. Konaté clears the danger with his head.
Digne loses the ball (6th, 0-1)
The French defender attempts a complicated recovery on Thuram. The ball is recovered by Tonali. The Italian action presents no danger for Maignan.
Kolo Muani en jambes (4e, 0-1)
The French player is once again sent deep but loses the ball. The Italian defense has come back well.
INJURY GOAL!!! (3rd, 0-1)
Rabiot already opens the score! Header from a corner very well struck by Digne! 5th goal for the Marseillais, on the evening of his 50th selection. France showers the Squadra Azzurra at the start.
The Blues (already) on the attack! (1st, 0-0)
Nkunku benefits from a favorable counterattack to launch Kolo Muani. the PSG striker was finally caught by Dimarco near the Nazionale area. Goal kick for Italy.
Here we go!
Start of this Italy-France!
The 22 actors enter the lawn
Kick-off in a few seconds. Time for hymns.
(Again) a new captain for the Blues
Italy solid on its lands
The Squadra Azzurra has a very favorable record at home in the Nations League. Luciano Spalletti’s team has 4 wins and 6 draws in 10 matches. The Blues know what to expect.
Both teams are warming up
The French team will be able to count on 4,000 of its supporters at San Siro
The Blues have arrived at the stadium
The Blues have their destiny between their feet
Second in its Nations League group, behind Italy, the France team can still finish in first place. For this, Didier Deschamps’ players will have to win with at least two goals at San Siro. Corrected at the start of September at the Parc des Princes by the Nazionale (1-3), the Blues can also take their revenge this evening.
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The XI of the Squadra Azzurra
Donnarumma, ill, is replaced in goal by Vicario.
Italy : Vicario – Di Lorenzo, Buongiorno, Bastoni – Cambiaso, Frattesi, Locatelli, Tonali, Dimarco – Barella – Retegui
The Blues XI
The French team in 4-3-3. Contrary to Saturday’s trends, the midfield will be made up of Guendouzi, Koné and Rabiot. Randal Kolo Muani starts in attack, accompanied by Nkunku and Thuram.
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France : Maignan – Conde, Conate (captain), Saliba, Digne – Cone, Rabiot, Guendouzi – Kolo Muani, Thuram, Nkunku
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