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Donnarumma shines as Italy secures Nations League victory over Turkey

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 28, 2026, 8:55 PM

Last updated Sep 28, 2026

Donnarumma shines as Italy secures Nations League victory over Turkey

Summary

Italy defeated Turkey 4-1 in the UEFA Nations League on September 28, 2026, marking their first win in the tournament. After a setback against Belgium, Italy took an early lead through Alessandro Bastoni and extended it with goals from Davide Frattesi and Michael Kayode. Although Turkey pulled one back courtesy of Baris Yilmaz, Pio Esposito restored Italy's three-goal cushion shortly after halftime. In another match, Rayan Cherki assisted Michael Olise's goal, leading France to a 1-0 win against Belgium. Italy will face France next in a highly anticipated matchup on October 2.

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By the Numbers

•Italy scored four goals against Turkey, including an early opener by Alessandro Bastoni.
•Gianluigi Donnarumma played a key role in Italy's victory despite conceding one goal.
•Rayan Cherki provided the assist for France's decisive goal against Belgium.
•France and Italy will meet in their next match on October 2.

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8:55 PMYahoo Sports — Donnarumma helps Italy to Nations League win and Cherki tees up France victory

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Gianluigi Donnarumma helped Italy beat Turkey 4-1 to see them pick up their first win in the UEFA Nations League.After falling to a 2-0 defeat to Belgium in their opening League A Group 1 game of the ...
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