Nations League: France held by Italy in Zidane's homecoming after Olise stunner
Also reported by Al Jazeera
Summary
France and Italy played a 1-1 draw in the UEFA Nations League game at the Stade de France on October 2, 2026. Michael Olise scored for France, but Italy's Alessandro Bastoni equalized, preventing a third win for France under new coach Zinédine Zidane.Key Facts
- France drew 1-1 with Italy in the UEFA Nations League match.
- Michael Olise scored a goal for France early in the second half.
- Alessandro Bastoni scored the equalizer for Italy.
- France defender Dayot Upamecano was sent off late in the game.
- The match was Zidane’s first home game as coach of France and at the Stade de France since 2006.
- Zidane is leading France as they prepare for the Euro 2028 tournament.
- France leads Group A1 with seven points; Belgium closely follows with six points.
- Captain Kylian Mbappe missed the game due to a knee injury.
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