Italy tops Nations League group after 3-1 win over France
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 13, 2026, 10:19 AM
Last updated Nov 13, 2026
Italy secured a 3-1 victory against France at San Siro on November 12, 2026, marking their first home win over France in 64 years. Pio Esposito scored twice and Davide Frattesi added another goal to overcome an early strike from Michael Olise. With this win, Italy now leads Group A with 10 points, tied with France but ahead on goal difference. Belgium sits third with nine points, while Turkey remains scoreless. The final group stage matches will take place on November 13, where Italy will face Belgium in Brussels.
- •Italy tops Group A with 10 points after beating France.
- •Pio Esposito scores two goals; Davide Frattesi adds another.
- •Italy's victory follows Michael Olise's early goal for France.
- •Belgium, Italy's next opponent, is in third with nine points.
- •Final group stage matches are scheduled for November 13.
- 10:19 AMYahoo Sports — What Italy need to win Nations League group after 3-1 France victory
"Italy picked up their first victory at home against France in 64 years on Thursday evening and have overtaken their opponents into first place in their Nations League group in the process. Here is wha...
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