Italy vs France Prediction & Picks - UEFA Nations League
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by Tyler Doty | in UEFA Nations League Picks
This is one of the biggest showdowns as the Nations League group stage draws to a close! Italy faces France this Thursday in matchday 5 of the Nations League at the Stadio Giuseppe Meazza in Milan. Back at the helm of the Squadra Azzurra, Roberto Mancini has gotten the team off to a strong start in this latest edition of the European tournament. The Italian national team is more in contention than ever to reach the quarterfinals, sitting in second place in the group after the first four matches. The Italians have the chance to draw level with Les Bleus, as only three points separate the two nations.
Now under the guidance of Zinédine Zidane, France put on a strong showing during last month’s international break. Les Bleus remain undefeated after the first four matchdays with three victories. Only Italy managed to hold them to a draw in the first leg (1-1). The French national team will look to set the record straight with a win in Lombardy. A victory would not only secure their spot in the quarterfinals but also guarantee first place in Group 1.
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Table
| Teams | Pts | P | W | D | L | GD |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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1
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10 | 4 | 3 | 1 | 0 | +5 |
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2
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7 | 4 | 2 | 1 | 1 | +3 |
Italy and France Latest Matches
4/6 (67%)
1/6 (17%)
1/6 (17%)
Average stats (Last 6 matchs)
Oct 5, 2026 - UEFA Nations League
Oct 2, 2026 - UEFA Nations League
Sep 28, 2026 - UEFA Nations League
Sep 25, 2026 - UEFA Nations League
Jun 7, 2026 - International Friendlies
Jun 3, 2026 - International Friendlies
4/6 (67%)
0/6 (0%)
2/6 (33%)
Average stats (Last 6 matchs)
Oct 5, 2026 - UEFA Nations League
Sep 25, 2026 - UEFA Nations League
Mar 26, 2026 - World Cup
Nov 16, 2025 - World Cup
Oct 14, 2025 - World Cup
Sep 5, 2025 - World Cup
4/6 (67%)
2/6 (33%)
0/6 (0%)
Average stats (Last 6 matchs)
Oct 2, 2026 - UEFA Nations League
Sep 28, 2026 - UEFA Nations League
Jun 7, 2026 - International Friendlies
Jun 3, 2026 - International Friendlies
Mar 31, 2026 - World Cup
Nov 13, 2025 - World Cup
3/6 (50%)
1/6 (17%)
2/6 (33%)
Average stats (Last 6 matchs)
Oct 5, 2026 - UEFA Nations League
Oct 2, 2026 - UEFA Nations League
Sep 28, 2026 - UEFA Nations League
Sep 25, 2026 - UEFA Nations League
Jul 18, 2026 - World Cup
Jul 14, 2026 - World Cup
3/6 (50%)
1/6 (17%)
2/6 (33%)
Average stats (Last 6 matchs)
Oct 5, 2026 - UEFA Nations League
Oct 2, 2026 - UEFA Nations League
Jul 18, 2026 - World Cup
Jul 14, 2026 - World Cup
Jul 9, 2026 - World Cup
Jun 30, 2026 - World Cup
6/6 (100%)
0/6 (0%)
0/6 (0%)
Average stats (Last 6 matchs)
Sep 28, 2026 - UEFA Nations League
Sep 25, 2026 - UEFA Nations League
Jul 4, 2026 - World Cup
Jun 26, 2026 - World Cup
Mar 29, 2026 - International Friendlies
Mar 26, 2026 - International Friendlies
Italy against France : Head to Head (H2H)
25 %
25 %
50 %
Average stats (last H2H results)
Oct 2, 2026 - UEFA Nations League
Nov 17, 2024 - UEFA Nations League
Sep 6, 2024 - UEFA Nations League
Jun 1, 2018 - International Friendlies
France v Italy last Lineups
Formation : 4 - 3 - 3
Formation : 4 - 3 - 3
Substitutes
G. Vicario
M. Carnesecchi
DefenderR. Calafiori
G. Scalvini
M. Kayode
MidfielderN. Cambiaghi
N. Fagioli
D. Frattesi
S. Tonali
ForwardS. Esposito
S. Inacio
F. Esposito
M. Maignan
J. Butez
DefenderA. Truffert
P. Kalulu
MidfielderA. Rabiot
L. Da Cunha
R. Cherki
ForwardD. Doue
M. Olise
Missing players
G. Mancini
M. Ruggeri
J. Kounde
M. Lacroix
MidfielderM. Akliouche
ForwardO. Dembele
E. Lepaul
Most goals and assists
Italy
France
A. Bastoni
(2 Goals)
,
F. Esposito
(2 Goals)
M. Olise
(4 Goals)
F. Esposito
(1 Assists)
,
N. Barella
(1 Assists)
M. Olise
(2 Assists)
,
R. Cherki
(2 Assists)
,
D. Doue
(2 Assists)
Italy and France Stats in UEFA Nations League
Italy - France Key Points
- France has not lost any of their first four Nations League matches.
- Both teams scored in France's last two games.
- In the first leg, France and Italy drew 1-1.
- Italy has won only twice (both against Turkey) in their first four Nations League matches.
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Our Italy vs France Prediction
In the midst of a battle for a spot in the Nations League quarterfinals, Italy and France are likely to treat us to a high-scoring match at Stadio Giuseppe Meazza. These are two nations that have made a habit of putting on a show in their recent outings. However, we expect Les Bleus to come away with an excellent result, even on the road. Still undefeated in the Nations League, Zinédine Zidane’s men are determined to keep their winning streak going to solidify their first-place position in Group 1 of League A.
Our Italy vs. France prediction: Double Chance: France/Draw & Both teams to score.
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