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Italy vs France Preview & Tips - France to secure top-spot in Nations League group

By Ben Darvill

59 minutes ago

Ben Darvill 59 minutes ago

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France have won their two Nations League away games
Italy have lost one of their two at home (W1, L1)
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Italy vs France Preview & Tips
Head To Head
Italy Form
France Form

Italy vs France Preview & Tips

Italy arrive for their clash with France on the back of three without defeat, but they take on a French side that have secured maximum points from their two away games in the competition.

France have won by a single goal in both Nations League away games

Head To Head

Across their last 10 meetings, France have won five times, Italy have notched three victories and two games have ended as draws.

Italy Form

Italy know that they need a result in their clash with France after building a solid run of performances following defeat in their opening match.

Their 2-0 home loss to Belgium in game one was the worst way for Italy to start their campaign. However, they surged to a 4-1 win over Türkiye before holding France in a 1-1 draw away from home. Their 3-1 home win over Türkiye means they have collected seven points from a possible 12.

Heading into their final two group games, Italy will know that defeat ends their hopes of finishing at the summit. With seven points to France's 10, the former need a win in this one. However, the home side are the underdogs in this game and come up against one of the best teams in world football. While Italy look to be an improving side, I do not back them to secure a major result in this clash.

France Form

France have been strong across their Nations League campaign after avoiding defeat in each of their opening four games.

A pair of 1-0 win over Türkiye and Belgium was followed by their frustrating 1-1 draw with Italy. They then brushed past Belgium in a 4-1 win that saw them take control of their Nations League group. With 10 points to their name, a win in this one sends them clear at the summit.

While France are the favourites in this clash, I do not predict a hugely comfortable game for the travelling side. France were held by the Italians in their last meeting, and with the traveling side winning by a single goal in their last two away games, I back more of the same here.

Verdict

Italy v France

I am backing France to win by a single goal as they secure top-spot in their Nations League group.

France By 1 Goal

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