Italy are top of their group in the Nations League.
The 6th UEFA Nations League Group B match will be a classic thriller as Italy hosts France to secure the top spot in the quarter-finals.
The Azzurri look well placed to go top with 13 points and a pair against the Blues would be enough to seal their victory. But you know how it goes in these heavyweight matches: you can't bet on an outright winner (unless you like to play poker).
While Italy are in great form after beating Belgium in their last game, France will have to make do after a disappointing draw in their last game.
What time does Italy vs France kick off?
kicks off
- Sunday, November 17, 7:45 AM UK
- Monday, November 18, 1:15 AM IST
Venue: San Siro Forms Italy
Italy vs France lineups, team news
The Italian team has some new faces with Michele Di Gregorio, Matteo Gabbia, and Caleb Okoli not making their first appearance for the national team. For his part, Daniel Maldini has already made his debut on the international stage, carrying on the family heritage of his father and grandfather. Could we be witnessing the rise of another Maldini icon?
France, for its part, welcomes its talisman Kylian Mbappé, who was kept away from the field last time due to injury. With 48 goals for the Blues, more than the entire previous team combined (34), his return is a big boost. "How many minutes will there be?" is a question that can probably be answered on the big day.
Mateo Retegui (Italy)
Mateo Retegui has become a household name in Italy. If you've watched Atalanta's games recently, you'll know what we're talking about. If not, read these numbers: 11 goals, and 3 assists, in 12 games. But that's just Serie A. He's been in fine form for the national team too, with 3 goals in the Nations League.
Italy lineup (3-1-4-2)
Donnarumma; Di Lorenzo, Buongiorno, Bastoni; Rovella; Cambiaso, Barella, Tonali, Dimarco; Retegui, Frattesi
Randal Kolo Muani (France)
Although not exactly a machine for PSG, Muani has been a favorite every time he has worn the Blues shirt. With 4 goals in 4 games in the Nations League, the 25-year-old is in good form. And the numbers are one thing, but the eye tests also show that he has been all over the opposition every time he has played.
France lineup (4-3-3)
Maignan; Pavard, Kounde, Konate, Digne; Zaire-Emery, Kante, Rabiot; Olise, Muani, Barcola
Italy vs France live stream, TV channelChatGPT
Region | Telecast Details |
|---|---|
| US | FOX Sports App, Fox Sports 2 |
| UK | ITVX, Premier Sports |
| Nigeria | SuperSport, DStv Now |
| India | Sony Sports Network, SonyLIV |
Italy vs France Prediction
France has had its ups and downs. However, he managed to secure second place. But in Milan, Italy will look to secure first place with a win, regardless of the margin. We expect a double at home by a small margin.
Prediction: Italy 2-1 France
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