Italy staged a remarkable comeback to defeat France 3-1 in their UEFA Nations League opener, despite conceding a goal just 12 seconds into the match by Bradley Barcola. Federico Dimarco equalized for Italy with a stunning volley, assisted by Sandro Tonali, who made a strong return after a 10-month suspension. The Azzurri took the lead in the second half thanks to Davide Frattesi, followed by Giacomo Raspadori sealing the victory. The win marked a significant boost for Italy, especially after their disappointing performance at Euro 2024. France, on the other hand, struggled to maintain their early momentum and coach Didier Deschamps expressed disappointment in their performance.