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France beats Belgium, Italy dominates Turkey in Nations League
France and Italy secure Nations League wins as key matches conclude
In brief
France and Italy secure Nations League wins as key matches conclude Michael Olise scored late winner for France against Belgium, Italy defeated Turkey 4-1 Originally reported by the Guardian.
Olise strikes late
Michael Olise scored a 88th-minute winner against Belgium to give France a 1-0 Nations League victory
“Michael Olise celebrates his late winner against Belgium with teammate Ousmane Dembélé”
Zidane's impact
Zinedine Zidane's appointment as head coach saw France win both matches since his arrival
“Zinedine Zidane made it two wins out of two since being named as the new head coach”
Italy's storming start
Italy scored three goals in the first 30 minutes to beat Turkey 4-1 in Bursa
“Italy bounced back from an opening 2-0 defeat to Belgium in Rome, as they thrashed Turkey 4-1 on a rainy night in Bursa”
Turkey's brief hope
Turkey scored once in the 47th minute but were quickly reeled in by Italy's strong defense
“Turkey gave the restless home crowd hope in the 47th minute when Gianluigi Donnarumma was drawn to Oguz Aydin beyond the far post”
Northern Ireland stalemate
Northern Ireland drew 0-0 with Hungary after missing chances to secure a win
“In League B, Northern Ireland were left frustrated after a 0-0 draw at home to Hungary where the hosts passed up chances to take all three points”
Sweden edges Poland
Sweden won 3-1 against Poland in Solna to advance in Nations League Group B
“In Group B4, Sweden saw off Poland 3-1 in Solna to earn their second win in two games”
At a glance
Michael Olise scored late winner for France against Belgium, Italy defeated Turkey 4-1
