League of Nations: France wins the group from Italy

by time news

As of: November 17, 2024 10:42 pm

France ⁤need a clear victory in Milan‍ to overtake Italy in the Nations⁣ League ‌table – and they deliver thanks to a standard shooter.

France⁢ won 3-1 (2-1) in Italy on Sunday evening and moved into the quarter-finals⁤ as group winners. Italy⁣ will also be represented there, but will‌ now come second and face⁢ the ⁣winner of ⁤the other groups – possibly ‍Germany. The draw will take place on​ Friday in Nyon.

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The guarantees of the French victory were the double scorer ‍Adrien Rabiot (2nd, 65th) and, above all, Lucas Digne. He set up both Rabiot’s goals with corners and curled a free ‌kick⁢ just in the 33rd minute so that the ball bounced off the‍ back of Italian ​goalkeeper Guglielmo Vicario and into the net. Vicario ruled the goal as his own.

The Belgians lose at Tedesco again

In the other match in Group A2, Israel beat Belgium⁢ 1-0 (0-0), ⁢but a better⁢ win with a difference of three goals would be needed ⁣to avoid direct relegation at the bottom of the ⁤table. Yarden​ Shua (86th) scored the winning goal in⁣ Budapest, where the game was played because of the Gaza ‌war.

As third in the table, Belgium must play ‌in relegation⁢ to avoid relegation in March. After ​another defeat, the pressure is mounting on German coach Domenico Tedesco, who has been heavily criticized.

Belgium without inspiration

His team, with Leipzig professionals Arthur Vermeeren and Lois Openda‌ as well as ‍Stuttgart’s Ameen Al-Dakhil in the starting line-up, showed an uninspiring performance, especially in the first half. Against the clear ‌Israeli outside, but a‍ strong save by former ​Wolfsburg player Koen Casteels‍ (38th) and the crossbar (45th + 2) ⁣prevented a deficit at the break.

Belgium were a little more committed in the second half, but Bayern keeper Daniel Peretz still had little to do in the Israeli box. ⁣The 24-year-old directed a ‍shot from Johan Bakayoko (67th) over the crossbar.​ Then came Shua’s time for Israel.

England‌ and Norway advanced

In Group B, England (5-0 against‍ Ireland) and Norway⁢ (5-0 against Kazakhstan) were ⁤promoted directly. Austria dropped back to second place after a

1-1 draw against Slovenia, but, like ‌Greece, still have a chance of ⁣moving up to ‍group A via relegation.

What are the ⁣implications of France’s ​victory over Italy for their ⁤chances ​in the ​Nations League quarter-finals?

Time.news Interview: Editor’s⁤ Perspective on the Nations League Showdown

Editor: Welcome, everyone, to this special ⁣segment on Time.news. Today, we’re diving ‌into the​ thrilling world of the Nations League, where⁣ France recently secured a ‌crucial victory over Italy. Joining us is football expert, Dr. Elena Martin, a renowned sports analyst and⁢ commentator. Elena, ​thank you⁣ for being here.

Dr. Martin: ​ Thank you for having me! It’s always exciting ‍to talk about football, especially‍ after such an exhilarating match.

Editor: Absolutely! France’s ‌victory‍ was quite decisive, finishing 3-1 against Italy. What were​ the key‍ factors that led to this outcome?

Dr.‌ Martin: There were several pivotal elements at play. Firstly, Adrien Rabiot’s performance was ⁣outstanding;‍ he ⁤scored two goals and showed great awareness and positioning throughout the ‍match. Additionally, Lucas Digne’s contributions were crucial, particularly with his set pieces that created scoring opportunities. ⁤His free-kick, which led to an own​ goal by ​Italian goalkeeper Guglielmo Vicario, highlights how important set plays can be in a match like this.

Editor: ‌ Speaking of⁤ goals, do you​ think Italy’s defense was ⁤caught ⁢off guard, or was it more about France’s​ attacking ‍prowess?

Dr.⁢ Martin: It was⁤ a combination of ⁣both. Italy has historically been known for their solid defense, but France’s attacking strategies, especially ⁢with quick transitions and ‌set pieces, exploited some gaps. The ⁤Italian defense seemed unable ⁣to handle Rabiot’s movement and‌ the precision of Digne’s deliveries, which ⁤was unusual for a team with Italy’s stature.

Editor: With this​ win, France moves into the quarter-finals as ​group leaders. What do ⁣you think⁤ this means for their chances moving forward in the‌ tournament?

Dr. Martin: This victory boosts France’s confidence significantly.⁣ They’ve‍ established themselves as a strong contender, not only ‍because of their tactical execution but also due to the depth​ of their squad.⁣ Going into‌ the quarter-finals, facing either‍ Germany or another strong opponent will be a‌ real test, but they’ve shown they can perform⁣ under pressure.

Editor: Switching gears to the ⁣other match in Group A2, ⁤Belgium faced a 1-0 defeat ‍against Israel and now find themselves in a⁢ precarious situation.‍ What are ⁣your thoughts ⁢on Belgium’s performance, and what does this mean‍ for their future⁢ in the tournament?

Dr. Martin: ⁣ Belgium’s​ struggles ⁣continue, and ⁤this loss ‍certainly compounds their⁣ issues. ⁢They now have to prepare for‍ relegation matches, which ‍is a significant blow for ‌a team that was once ​ranked as one of the best in‍ the world.​ This defeat against Israel shows a lack of cohesion and strategy, and‌ it raises serious‌ questions about the team’s direction moving forward.‍ They need to regroup quickly to avoid​ a setback after being such⁣ a strong force​ in international football.

Editor: It⁣ seems like ⁣there’s a lot at stake as we approach the draw for the next round. What should we watch ⁣for in the upcoming matches?

Dr.⁢ Martin: The draw will ‍be critical. Teams like ⁤France will be looking to capitalize on their current momentum, while Belgium must​ step up their play to avoid relegation. Furthermore, watching how teams adjust ⁤their strategies ⁤in the knockout stages will be ‌fascinating. It’s all about making tactical adjustments ⁢and responding to ‍pressure—elements that can turn a game on its ​head.

Editor: Fantastic insights, Elena! Thank you for sharing your expertise with us.

Dr. Martin: ⁢ My pleasure!⁢ I’m looking forward‌ to​ seeing how everything ‌unfolds‍ in the tournament.

Editor: And that wraps up our discussion on​ the Nations League. Stay tuned for more updates and expert ‌analysis here on Time.news.

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