France Triumphs over Italy to Top UEFA Nations League Group A2

2024-11-18

France secured their position atop UEFA Nations League Group A2 with a convincing 3-1 victory over Italy at the San Siro on 17 November 2024. This match saw Adrien Rabiot shine, scoring twice in his 50th appearance for Les Bleus, and effectively avenging their earlier defeat to Italy in September, when they lost 3-1 at home.

The game kicked off with a swift breakthrough for France, as Rabiot headed in the opening goal just two minutes in, capitalising on a well-delivered corner from Lucas Digne. France extended their lead with a stunning free-kick from Digne in the 33rd minute, which was initially credited as a goal but later amended to an own goal by Italy’s goalkeeper Guglielmo Vicario after a deflection off the crossbar.

Despite being two goals down, Italy fought back, with Andrea Cambiaso halving the deficit shortly after, scoring with a volley from a DiMarco cross just before half-time. However, Rabiot restored France’s two-goal advantage in the second half by heading in yet another precise free-kick delivery from Digne in the 65th minute.

The Italian side pushed for another goal to reclaim their top spot but were met with a resolute French defence and a standout performance by goalkeeper Mike Maignan, who made a crucial late save to deny Moise Kean and secure the win for France.

With this result, France finished top of Group A2 on goal difference, both teams ending the group stage with 13 points. They both advance to the quarter-finals, with France looking to regain momentum after a challenging series of matches leading up to this decisive encounter.

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