France will face Italy in the UEFA Nations League A group stage on September 6, with the match set to kick off at 20:45 France local time.
The two teams last met six years ago in a friendly, where France claimed a 3-1 victory. France heads into this match following a 1-0 defeat to Spain on July 9.
Italy, on the other hand, are coming off a 1-0 loss to Switzerland in the Round of 16 on June 29. They have failed to win their last three matches and have struggled defensively, conceding goals in each of their last four games. Sorting out their defensive issues will be crucial to improving their results.
France Vs Italy Starting Lineups Today
We are updating team formations and line-ups for France – Italy in real time. The teams starting line-ups are yet to be announced.
France Possible Starting Lineup vs Italy
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- Mike Maignan (GK)
- Benjamin Pavard
- Ibrahima Konaté
- Dayot Upamecano
- Theo Hernández
- Aurélien Tchouaméni
- Adrien Rabiot
- Antoine Griezmann
- Ousmane Dembélé
- Kylian Mbappé
- Olivier Giroud
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Italy Possible Starting Lineup vs France
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- Gianluigi Donnarumma (GK)
- Giovanni Di Lorenzo
- Francesco Acerbi
- Alessandro Bastoni
- Federico Dimarco
- Nicolo Barella
- Sandro Tonali
- Jorginho
- Federico Chiesa
- Domenico Berardi
- Ciro Immobile
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Head-to-Head Record: France vs Italy
France and Italy have met twice since September 2016, with France winning both encounters. In these two matches, France scored a total of 6 goals, while Italy managed 2. Overall, France holds a stronger head-to-head record in recent history.
| Date | Competition | Home Team | Score | Away Team |
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| June 1, 2018 | Friendly | France | 3 – 1 | Italy |
| September 1, 2016 | Friendly | Italy | 1 – 3 | France |
France Vs Italy Recent Form Analysis
France and Italy come into this match off losses, with France falling to Spain and Italy losing to Switzerland. Here’s a breakdown of their recent performances:
France’s Recent Form:
- Overall Record: 12 wins, 4 draws, 4 losses in their last 20 matches.
- Last 6 Matches:
- Lost to Spain 1-2 (July 9)
- Drew with Poland 1-1 (June 25)
- Drew with Netherlands 0-0 (June 21)
- Won against Portugal 0-0 (July 5)
- Won against Belgium 1-0 (July 1)
- Won against Austria 1-0 (June 17)
Italy’s Recent Form:
- Overall Record: 10 wins, 4 draws, 6 losses in their last 20 matches.
- Last 6 Matches:
- Lost to Switzerland 0-2 (June 29)
- Lost to Spain 0-1 (June 20)
- Drew with Croatia 1-1 (June 24)
- Drew with Turkey 0-0 (June 4)
- Won against Albania 2-1 (June 15)
- Won against Bosnia and Herzegovina 1-0 (June 9)
Betting Tips: France vs Italy
France and Italy are set for an intriguing clash in the UEFA Nations League A, with both teams coming off losses. Both sides have solid track records, but France looks slightly stronger based on recent form and overall squad quality. Here are some detailed betting tips for this match:
1. France to Win
France has been in better form recently, with 12 wins in their last 20 games compared to Italy’s 10 in the same span. Their squad boasts world-class talents like Kylian Mbappé, Antoine Griezmann, and Mike Maignan, giving them an edge in both attack and defense. Historically, France has won both of their last two meetings against Italy. With Italy struggling in recent matches, particularly defensively, France is the favorite to come out on top.
Betting Tip: France to win (1X2)
2. Under 2.5 Goals
Both teams have shown a tendency toward low-scoring matches recently. France has seen three of their last six games end with fewer than 2.5 goals, while Italy has had similar results, especially against stronger opponents. With both teams having solid defensive setups, this match could see limited goal-scoring opportunities.
Betting Tip: Under 2.5 goals
3. Both Teams to Score – No
France has been more defensively stable in their recent games, managing clean sheets against Belgium, Austria, and Portugal. Italy, meanwhile, has struggled offensively, scoring just one goal in their last two games. Given this, France is likely to shut out Italy, especially with the Italians’ recent struggles in front of goal.
Betting Tip: Both teams to score – No
4. Kylian Mbappé to Score Anytime
Kylian Mbappé is a key player for France, with his pace and finishing ability making him a constant threat. As the focal point of France’s attack, he’s always a good bet to score in big matches. Against an Italy defense that has been leaking goals recently, Mbappé is likely to get on the scoresheet.
Betting Tip: Mbappé to score anytime
5. Correct Score Prediction
Given France’s recent form and Italy’s defensive struggles, a close win for France seems likely. Italy will likely try to keep things tight, but France’s attacking quality should be enough to break them down. A 2-0 victory for France is a reasonable prediction, with Italy struggling to create chances.
Betting Tip: Correct Score – France 2-0 Italy
Prediction:
- France 2-0 Italy
France’s superior squad depth and recent form make them the clear favorite to win. Italy’s defensive issues and lack of goals in recent matches could lead to a straightforward victory for France, with a 2-0 result seeming the most likely outcome.
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