France vs Italy Match Summary & Live ScoreMatch Summary & Live Score
1st Half0 - 0
54
N. Fagioli
was cautioned
2nd Half1 - 1
55
M. Olise
scored for France
68
A. Bastoni
scored for Italy
73
D. Upamecano
was cautioned
73
M. Kean
was cautioned
82
A. Vergara
was cautioned
85
D. Upamecano
sent off for a second booking
90+2
A. Bastoni
was cautioned
On 02 October 2026, France face Italy at Stade de France with kickoff scheduled for . This Europe UEFA Nations League A, Group Stage encounter presents another opportunity for both teams to compete and aim for a positive result.
France usually adopt an attacking approach.
Italy tend to play with an attacking mindset.
Recent Form
France
DWW
Italy
DWL
France have shown mixed form recently, alternating between good and poor performances. Inconsistency has been a recurring theme recently.
Similarly, Italy show inconsistency in recent results, with no clear trend emerging. Recent fluctuations suggest outcomes are still unpredictable.
Recent Form Home/Away
France (Home)
D
Italy (Away)
DW
France's strongest performances have come in away fixtures.
There is little difference in Italy's performance across venues.
Defensive Record (Clean Sheet)
France
-++
Italy
---
France have shown solid organisation at the back in recent matches. They look fairly disciplined in defence.
In contrast, Italy are finding it difficult to shut out their opponents. Defensive frailties could be costly.
Defensive Record (Clean Sheet) Home/Away
France (Home)
-
Italy (Away)
--
A rare pattern, with France defending far better away from home.
Italy's defensive record is consistent both home and away.
Goal Trends (Over 2.5)
France
---
Italy
-+-
France are often involved in tight, cagey games. Breaking down games has been a challenge.
In contrast, Italy have had some open matches, while others have remained tight. Game tempo has varied from match to match.
Goal Trends (Over 2.5) Home/Away
France (Home)
-
Italy (Away)
-+
France's matches show a similar goal pattern both home and away.
Italy's goal trends remain fairly stable regardless of location.
Scoring Consistency
France
+++
Italy
++-
France have consistently managed to find the net in recent matches. Opponents are under constant pressure when facing their attack.
In contrast, Italy have generally been effective going forward, scoring in most recent games. They usually create enough chances to trouble most defences.
Scoring Consistency Home/Away
France (Home)
+
Italy (Away)
++
There is little difference in France's scoring output across venues.
A surprising trend, with Italy's goals coming much more frequently in away fixtures.
Match Information
Referee: Jesus Gil Manzano
Venue: Stade de France
France vs Italy Video Content
1-0` Michael Olise 55
1-1` Alessandro Bastoni 68
France vs Italy Live Match StatsLive Match Stats
1.13
xG
1.49
65
Ball Posession (%)
35
1
Big Chances
2
18
Shots
14
8
Shots on Goal
2
6
Shots Blocked
6
8
Shots inside Box
10
10
Shots outside Box
4
1
Hit Woodwork
1
9
Fouls
10
6
Corner Kicks
4
12
Throw Ins
16
1
Saves
7
10
Free Kicks
9
1
Offsides
3
725
Passes Total
384
682
Passes Completed
333
281
Passes in the final 3rd Total
68
244
Passes in the final 3rd Completed
48
49
Touches in the Opposition Box
18
20
Tackles Total
16
9
Tackles Completed
11
16
Clearances
20
13
Crosses Total
9
2
Crosses Completed
6
15
Interceptions
9
France vs Italy Starting Lineups & FormationsStarting Lineups & Formations
Starting Lineup
16
M. Maignan
1
G. Donnarumma
3
A. Truffert
5
R. Calafiori
4
D. Upamecano
6
A. Bastoni
22
J. Jacquet
19
G. Scalvini
2
P. Kalulu
2
M. Kayode
14
A. Rabiot
10
N. Fagioli
21
L. Da Cunha
8
S. Tonali
9
R. Cherki
16
D. Frattesi
20
D. Doue
9
M. Kean
7
O. Dembele
7
P. Esposito
11
M. Olise
20
S. Esposito
France vs Italy H2H Stats & Previous ResultsH2H Stats & Previous Results
EUROPE UEFA Nations League A, Group Stage Standings & Table