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Italy loses to Belgium as France secures win against Turkey in Nations League

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 25, 2026, 8:47 PM

Last updated Sep 25, 2026

Italy loses to Belgium as France secures win against Turkey in Nations League

Summary

Italy began a new era following missed World Cup opportunities, suffering a 0-2 defeat to Belgium on September 25. Belgium's Mika Godts opened the scoring in the first half, followed by a counterattack goal from Lukebakio in the second half. Italy pressured in the second half but failed to convert, recording 15 shots without finding the net. Meanwhile, France, under new coach Zinedine Zidane, won 1-0 against Turkey, marked by Kylian Mbappé's goal despite his later withdrawal due to knee pain. France will host Belgium next on September 28, while Italy faces Turkey in a crucial matchup.

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By the Numbers

•Italy loses 0-2 to Belgium in UEFA Nations League opener.
•Belgium's Mika Godts and Lukebakio score for the visitors.
•Italy had 15 shots in the second half but missed chances.
•France wins 1-0 against Turkey with a goal from Kylian Mbappé.
•Zidane's debut as France coach coincides with injury concerns for Mbappé.

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8:47 PMYahoo Sports — 🎥 Italy begin new era with DEFEAT, France win on Zidane debut

What they're saying

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This Friday (25) marked the start of a new cycle for Italy after missing the 2018, 2022, and 2026 World Cups.And it was not a happy debut for the Azzurra in League A of the 2026/27 UEFA Nations League...
— Yahoo Sports

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