Italy Faces 2-1 Defeat Against Germany in Nations League

Italy's national soccer team suffered a disappointing 2-1 defeat to Germany in the UEFA Nations League quarter-finals, marking their first home loss to Germany since 1986. The Azzurri initially took the lead with a goal from Sandro Tonali, but Germany equalized with a header from Leon Goretzka and secured the win with a second header from Tim Kleindienst. This loss not only ended Italy's streak of home wins from leading positions but also represented back-to-back defeats for the team, a situation not seen since the 2014 World Cup. Following the match, Nicolò Rovella expressed calmness about their performance despite the setback, emphasizing their preparation for the match. The defeat leaves Italy needing to overcome a 2-1 aggregate deficit in the second leg to progress in the tournament. Fans and analysts alike are concerned about the team’s current form as they continue to face challenges on the international stage.