France have established strong form in the group stage with two wins from two matches, scoring two goals and conceding zero. Italy have had mixed results, losing 2-0 to Belgium before securing a 4-1 victory over Türkiye. France have maintained tight defensive control across both competitive fixtures, which provides a high probability of securing at least a point on home soil.
- Round
- League A - 3
- Venue
- Stade de France, Paris
- Referee
- Jesus Gil Manzano, Spain
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Recent form
Last 5 matches · 2W-1D-2L · -2 goal difference
Last 5 matches · 3W-1D-1L · +3 goal difference
Our verdict
BetGenius backs France or Draw (Double Chance) at 74% confidence — a solid call. Total goals: Under 2.5 Goals.
Match preview
France enter this UEFA Nations League fixture at the top of the group standings after securing consecutive 1-0 away victories against Belgium and Türkiye. With six points from their opening two matches, the French side has demonstrated defensive solidity, keeping clean sheets in both outings while maintaining a perfect start to the campaign.
Italy sit in third place with three points from their first two group fixtures. After suffering a 2-0 home defeat against Belgium, the Azzurri responded with a 4-1 away victory against Türkiye. Their attack showed efficiency on the road, but defensive concessions in both group games present an area of vulnerability.
With France now playing at home and holding the group lead, they carry solid momentum into this matchup. Italy have proven capable of scoring away from home, but facing a disciplined French backline that has yet to concede in the tournament will test their attacking output.
Key factors
- France have won both of their group matches without conceding a single goal.
- Italy have conceded three goals across their two group fixtures.
- France top the group standings with six points from two games.
- The previous four head-to-head encounters are balanced with two wins for each nation.
Team news
France
- W. SalibaBack Bruise
Team news last updated Jul 18 (98 days ago) — later changes may not be reflected.
Italy
Team news unavailable for this fixture.
Statistical comparison
Key players this season
France
- M. Olise4G · 2A
- R. Cherki2A
League scoring and assist totals for this season — not a predicted lineup. Availability is only shown where team news names the same player.
Table context
| # | Team | P | GD | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | FrancePlay Offs: Quarter-finals | 4 | +5 | 10 |
| 2 | ItalyPlay Offs: Quarter-finals | 4 | +3 | 7 |
| 3 | BelgiumPossible Play-off | 4 | +1 | 6 |
| 4 | TürkiyePossible Play-off | 4 | -9 | 0 |
Head-to-head
- 2
- France
- 0
- Draws
- 2
- Italy
the last 4 meetings are split 2-2 with 0 drawn, averaging 3.5 goals a game, both teams scored in 75% of them.
- 2024-11-17Italy1-3France
- 2024-09-06France1-3Italy
- 2018-06-01France3-1Italy
- 2008-06-17France0-2Italy
Our record in UEFA Nations League
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Based on at least 20 settled predictions.1 published market
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