France Defeats Italy 3-1 in Nations League

France secured a 3-1 victory over Italy in the Nations League Group A2 decider, with Adrien Rabiot scoring two goals from set-piece assists by Lucas Digne. The win allowed France to finish top of the group with 13 points, edging out Italy on goal difference after both teams had already qualified for the quarter-finals. Rabiot opened the scoring early, and Digne's powerful free kick unexpectedly deflected in off Italy's goalkeeper Guglielmo Vicario for the second goal. Italy responded with a goal from Andrea Cambiaso but could not equalize, as Rabiot later restored a two-goal lead. The match showcased France's resilience despite missing captain Kylian Mbappe, and solidified their position in the knockout stage. The next stage of the tournament will commence in March 2025.