Italy win Nations League opener despite 13-second goal for France
4 months, 1 week ago

Italy win Nations League opener despite 13-second goal for France

The Independent  

Sign up to Miguel Delaney’s Reading the Game newsletter sent straight to your inbox for free Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Italy scored twice in the second half to come from behind and beat France in the first game of the Nations League in Group A. Belgium’s quality showed in the second period as they blew their opponents away with two further goals, Aston Villa’s Youri Tielemans on target before De Bruyne tucked home from the penalty spot. Wales were held to a goalless draw by 10-man Turkey, who had Baris Alper Yilmaz sent off in the second half in Craig Bellamy’s first game in charge. Yilmaz was shown a second yellow card with half an hour to go for standing on Neco Williams’ foot and Wales had further chances to take the three points as Sorba Thomas saw his effort wiped out for offside before Aaron Ramsey and Joe Rodon missed clear chances.

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UEFA Nations League: Germany denied three points by last-chance penalty for Hungary; Sweden’s Gyökeres scores four
1 month, 3 weeks ago

UEFA Nations League: Germany denied three points by last-chance penalty for Hungary; Sweden’s Gyökeres scores four

The Hindu  

Dominik Szoboszlai scored a penalty in the ninth minute of stoppage time to deny Germany a victorious end to the Nations League group stage and show why Hungary is one of the hardest places to win in world football. That preserved Hungary’s unbeaten run at home, which now stretches to 13 games over more than two years since June 2022 …

Germany denied by last-chance penalty for Hungary in Nations League. Sweden’s Gyökeres scores 4
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Germany denied by last-chance penalty for Hungary in Nations League. Sweden’s Gyökeres scores 4

Associated Press  

Dominik Szoboszlai scored a penalty in the ninth minute of stoppage time to deny Germany a victorious end to the Nations League group stage and show why Hungary is one of the hardest places to win in world soccer. That preserved Hungary’s unbeaten run at home, which now stretches to 13 games over more than two years since June 2022 …

Nations League: France grab top spot after Italy win, England earn promotion
1 month, 4 weeks ago

Nations League: France grab top spot after Italy win, England earn promotion

India Today  

France claimed a dramatic 3-1 victory over Italy in Milan to secure top spot in UEFA Nations League Group A2, as Adrien Rabiot's double and a Lucas Digne-inspired masterclass propelled Les Bleus to glory. France doubled their lead when Digne's stunning free-kick ricocheted off the crossbar and deflected into the net off Italy goalkeeper Guglielmo Vicario. The striker, now leading …

UEFA Nations League 2024-25: Late goal by Shua hands Israel first win of campaign
1 month, 4 weeks ago

UEFA Nations League 2024-25: Late goal by Shua hands Israel first win of campaign

The Hindu  

Israel debutant Yarden Shua scored an 86th-minute winner as it upset the more fancied Belgium 1-0 in Budapest on Sunday. Shua, who had come on as a second-half substitute, took advantage of a defensive mistake from Matte Smets to earn Israel its first win in Group A2, moving it level on four points with third-placed Belgium in the final standings. …

UEFA Nations League 2024-25: Rabiot scores brace as France beats Italy 3-1 to top group
1 month, 4 weeks ago

UEFA Nations League 2024-25: Rabiot scores brace as France beats Italy 3-1 to top group

The Hindu  

Adrien Rabiot fired France to first place in Nations League Group A2 with a headed brace in Sunday’s 3-1 win over Italy at the San Siro. France was on its way to top spot when Digne forced home via Vicario’s back as it needed to win by at least two goals to move above Italy. Andrea Cambiaso’s neat first-time finish …

Italy vs France LIVE streaming info, UEFA Nations League: When, where to watch ITA vs FRA? Preview; Predicted lineups
1 month, 4 weeks ago

Italy vs France LIVE streaming info, UEFA Nations League: When, where to watch ITA vs FRA? Preview; Predicted lineups

The Hindu  

Italy will host France in the UEFA Nations League 2024-25 League A Group 2 match at the San Siro Stadium in Milan, Italy on Sunday. Having registered four wins and one draw, Italy is currently placed on top of League A Group 2 standings with 13 points from five games. FOLLOW LIVE UPDATES FROM THE ITALY VS FRANCE UEFA NATIONS …

UEFA Nations League 2024-25: France out for revenge against Italy, says Digne
2 months ago

UEFA Nations League 2024-25: France out for revenge against Italy, says Digne

The Hindu  

France will be out to avenge their defeat from earlier this year when they take on Italy in a UEFA Nations League clash at the San Siro in Milan on Sunday, defender Lucas Digne said. Italy secured a 3-1 comeback win at the Parc des Princes in Paris when the teams met in September in the Nations League A Group …

UEFA Nations League 2024-25: Sandro Tonali shoots Italy past Belgium and into quarterfinals
2 months ago

UEFA Nations League 2024-25: Sandro Tonali shoots Italy past Belgium and into quarterfinals

The Hindu  

Sandro Tonali fired Italy into the UEFA Nations League quarterfinals with the only goal in Thursday’s 1-0 win over Belgium in Brussels, completing his Azzurri comeback from a gambling ban which cost him a place at Euro 2024. That ban cost Tonali the chance to play a part in Italy’s awful Euros title defence in Germany, where the Azzurri were …

France draws with Israel in high-security operation to reach Nations League quarterfinals with Italy
2 months ago

France draws with Israel in high-security operation to reach Nations League quarterfinals with Italy

Associated Press  

France and Italy qualified for the quarterfinal stage of the revamped Nations League on Thursday as England got its revenge on Greece ahead of the imminent arrival of Thomas Tuchel as coach. France drew 0-0 with Israel in a match requiring a high-security operation in and around Paris, a week after violence erupted in Amsterdam in connection with Israeli club …

UEFA Nations League 2024-25: France enters quarterfinals after frustrating 0-0 draw against Israel
2 months ago

UEFA Nations League 2024-25: France enters quarterfinals after frustrating 0-0 draw against Israel

The Hindu  

France qualified for the quarterfinals of the UEFA Nations League despite a lacklustre goalless draw against Israel for its Stade de France homecoming after a 17-month hiatus on Friday. Back in the northern Paris arena for the first time since June 2023, Les Bleus were unimpressive but still secured at least second place in Group A2. AS IT HAPPENED | …

Italy vs Belgium preview: Storylines, odds, prediction as powers meet in Nations League
3 months ago

Italy vs Belgium preview: Storylines, odds, prediction as powers meet in Nations League

New York Times  

Italy have been the Jekyll and Hyde of international football in recent years. It was a similar story for Belgium at Euro 2024 as Domenico Tedesco’s side managed just two goals in four games and crashed out at the same stage as Italy. Having won their opening Nations League game against Israel, Belgium lost to France in their next match …

France beat Belgium with Kolo Muani and Dembele goals
4 months ago

France beat Belgium with Kolo Muani and Dembele goals

The Hindu  

Randal Kolo Muani and Ousmane Dembele scored the goals as France bounced back from a disappointing home loss to Italy at the weekend by beating Belgium 2-0 in the UEFA Nations League on Monday. France lost 3-1 to Italy in Paris on Friday despite taking the lead inside 13 seconds, while Belgium came into this match fresh from beating Israel …

France beat Belgium with Kolo Muani and Dembele goals in Nations League
4 months ago

France beat Belgium with Kolo Muani and Dembele goals in Nations League

Hindustan Times  

Randal Kolo Muani and Ousmane Dembele scored the goals as France bounced back from a disappointing home loss to Italy at the weekend by beating Belgium 2-0 in the UEFA Nations League on Monday. France's forward #11 Ousmane Dembele celebrates after scoring France's second goal during the UEFA Nations League It was not a full-strength French team that took to …

France and Italy win in Nations League, Haaland on target for Norway
4 months ago

France and Italy win in Nations League, Haaland on target for Norway

China Daily  

Italy's Moise Kean celebrates scoring their second goal with Federico Dimarco, Giacomo Raspadori and Davide Frattesi during their Nations League Group 2 match against Israel at Bozsik Arena, Budapest, Hungary on September 9, 2024. PARIS - Italy kept up their perfect start to the UEFA Nations League on Monday, while France got the better of Belgium and Erling Haaland struck …

France and Italy win in Nations League, Haaland on target for Norway
4 months ago

France and Italy win in Nations League, Haaland on target for Norway

China Daily  

Italy's Moise Kean celebrates scoring their second goal with Federico Dimarco, Giacomo Raspadori and Davide Frattesi during their Nations League Group 2 match against Israel at Bozsik Arena, Budapest, Hungary on September 9, 2024. PARIS - Italy kept up their perfect start to the UEFA Nations League on Monday, while France got the better of Belgium and Erling Haaland struck …

Spain ease past Croatia, Italy overpower Albania in Euro 2024
7 months ago

Spain ease past Croatia, Italy overpower Albania in Euro 2024

China Daily  

BERLIN -- Spain ensured a perfect start into Euro 2024 after easing past Croatia with three goals in 45 minutes while Italy came from behind to edge Albania 2-1 in Group B on Saturday. The three first-half goals from Alvaro Morata, Fabian Ruiz and Daniel Carvajal allowed the Spaniards to start their Euro 2024 campaign with a bang in Group …

Italy vs Albania LIVE: Euro 2024 result and final score from Group B fixture tonight
7 months ago

Italy vs Albania LIVE: Euro 2024 result and final score from Group B fixture tonight

The Independent  

✕ Close Euro 2024: Who are the favourites? Albania scored the fastest goal in Euros history after Nedim Bajrami collected Dimarco’s throw-in and rifled past Donnarumma within 23 seconds of kick-off. But a determined Azzurri side quickly got one back after Alessandro Bastoni rose highest to thump home a header at the far post, and the comeback was completed within …

Italy concedes goal after 23 seconds but recovers to beat Albania 2-1 at Euro 2024
7 months ago

Italy concedes goal after 23 seconds but recovers to beat Albania 2-1 at Euro 2024

Associated Press  

DORTMUND, Germany — By conceding a goal after just 23 seconds, Italy made the worst possible start to its European Championship title defense. Italy recovered from letting in the quickest goal in the tournament’s 64-year history to beat Albania 2-1 in Dortmund on Saturday in an atmospheric Adriatic derby that immediately threatened an upset. “The scoreline doesn’t reflect the difference …

Euro 2024: Defending champion Italy opens campaign with narrow 2-1 win against Albania
7 months ago

Euro 2024: Defending champion Italy opens campaign with narrow 2-1 win against Albania

The Hindu  

Italy recovered from the shock of conceding the fastest goal ever scored at a European Championship to beat Albania 2-1 on Saturday as Alessandro Bastoni and Nicolo Barella ensured the defending champion made a winning start. Tens of thousands of raucous, red-shirted Albania fans had the Dortmund BVB Stadion rocking when Nedim Bajrami blasted home from an angle after 23 …

Italy vs Albania, Euro 2024: Albania scores fastest goal in Euros history; Top talking points
7 months ago

Italy vs Albania, Euro 2024: Albania scores fastest goal in Euros history; Top talking points

The Hindu  

Defending champion Italy opened its Euro 2024 campaign with a narrow 2-1 win against Albania at the BVB Stadion Dortmund on Sunday. Take a look at all the major talking points from the Euro 2024 Group B match between Italy and Albania being played at the BVB Stadion Dortmund. Nedim Bajrmi of Albania scored the fastest goal in the history …

Italy wins a Six Nations home match after 11 years by upsetting Scotland
10 months ago

Italy wins a Six Nations home match after 11 years by upsetting Scotland

Associated Press  

ROME — Italy won a Six Nations match at home for the first time in 11 years after overcoming Scotland 31-29 at a sold-out Stadio Olimpico on Saturday. “We still have to improve a lot, but to bring back a win in Rome is unbelievable.” It was Italy’s first home win in the championship since 2013. Italy has been most …

Italy miss late chance to make Six Nations history against France
10 months, 3 weeks ago

Italy miss late chance to make Six Nations history against France

The Independent  

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France v Italy LIVE: Six Nations 2024 result and reaction after visitors come agonisingly close to victory
10 months, 3 weeks ago

France v Italy LIVE: Six Nations 2024 result and reaction after visitors come agonisingly close to victory

The Independent  

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Italy hits post with last-gasp penalty and draws with France
10 months, 3 weeks ago

Italy hits post with last-gasp penalty and draws with France

Associated Press  

LILLE, France — Italy flyhalf Paolo Garbisi hit the post with a last-gasp penalty to let 14-man France off the hook in a tense 13-13 draw in the Six Nations on Sunday. It’s a difficult, painful moment.” France replacement hooker Julien Marchand said, “I can’t explain what went wrong, and it’s better if I don’t speak because I might say …

Italy qualifies for Euro 2024 after nervy 0-0 draw with Ukraine
1 year, 1 month ago

Italy qualifies for Euro 2024 after nervy 0-0 draw with Ukraine

The Hindu  

Italy qualified for Euro 2024 finals after drawing 0-0 against Ukraine in their final Group C qualifier on Monday although the Ukrainians can still secure a spot through the playoffs. European champion Italy finished second, level on 14 points with third-placed Ukraine but with a better head-to-head record after a tense affair that could have gone either way. Italy’s Federico …

Germany beat France in first game since sacking Hansi Flick as Italy reignite Euro 2024 hopes
1 year, 4 months ago

Germany beat France in first game since sacking Hansi Flick as Italy reignite Euro 2024 hopes

The Independent  

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Nations League final | Spain wins as Unai Simon saves two Croatia penalties in shootout
1 year, 6 months ago

Nations League final | Spain wins as Unai Simon saves two Croatia penalties in shootout

The Hindu  

Spain's 11-year trophy drought is over. Goalkeeper Unai Simon saved two shots as Spain beat Croatia in a penalty shootout after their tense Nations League final had finished 0-0 Sunday. “We have total confidence in his ability to take penalties.” Spain’s other previous titles came in the 2010 World Cup and the European Championships in 1964, 2008 and 2012. Italy …

Spain wins Nations League final as Unai Simon saves two Croatia penalties in shootout
1 year, 6 months ago

Spain wins Nations League final as Unai Simon saves two Croatia penalties in shootout

Associated Press  

ROTTERDAM, Netherlands — Spain’s 11-year trophy drought is over. Goalkeeper Unai Simon saved two shots as Spain beat Croatia in a penalty shootout after their tense Nations League final had finished 0-0 Sunday. “We have total confidence in his ability to take penalties.” Spain’s other previous titles came in the 2010 World Cup and the European Championships in 1964, 2008 …

Italy finishes third in Nations League after 3-2 win over Dutch hosts
1 year, 6 months ago

Italy finishes third in Nations League after 3-2 win over Dutch hosts

The Hindu  

Italy claimed the consolation bronze medals at the Nations League finals, and added to a disappointing week for hosts the Netherlands, as it edged the Dutch 3-2 in Sunday’s third place playoff tie at the Twente Stadium. Federico Dimarco thrashed the ball home at the far post in the sixth minute and Davide Frattesi doubled the score from in front …

Substitute Joselu scores late winner as Spain beats Italy 2-1, advances to Nations League final
1 year, 7 months ago

Substitute Joselu scores late winner as Spain beats Italy 2-1, advances to Nations League final

The Hindu  

Another weekend, another European final for Rodri. The midfielder whose goal in Istanbul secured Manchester City’s first Champions League title on Saturday played another key role as Spain beat European champion Italy 2-1 on Thursday to advance to the Nations League final against Luka Modric’s Croatia on Sunday. “It’s been a huge effort — with the World Cup and winning …

Substitute Joselu scores late winner as Spain beats Italy 2-1, advances to Nations League final
1 year, 7 months ago

Substitute Joselu scores late winner as Spain beats Italy 2-1, advances to Nations League final

Associated Press  

ENSCHEDE, Netherlands — Another weekend, another European final for Rodri. The midfielder whose goal in Istanbul secured Manchester City’s first Champions League title on Saturday played another key role as Spain beat European champion Italy 2-1 on Thursday to advance to the Nations League final against Luka Modric’s Croatia on Sunday. “It’s been a huge effort — with the World …

Trio of cup final appearances a boost for Italy, says Mancini
1 year, 7 months ago

Trio of cup final appearances a boost for Italy, says Mancini

The Hindu  

Italian football has been given a boost after three of the country’s clubs reached European finals this season, said national team coach Roberto Mancini ahead of this week’s Nations League campaign in the Netherlands. They’re good players.” Italy faces Spain on Thursday in the Nations League semifinal in the Dutch city of Enschede. “We have reached the Nations League finals …

Italy narrowly miss out on famous Six Nations win over reigning champions France
1 year, 11 months ago

Italy narrowly miss out on famous Six Nations win over reigning champions France

The Independent  

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UEFA Nations League | England, Germany play out thrilling draw, Italy in final 4
2 years, 3 months ago

UEFA Nations League | England, Germany play out thrilling draw, Italy in final 4

The Hindu  

Part one of the healing process is complete for Italy. Luke Shaw, Mason Mount, Harry Kane score Trailing 2-0, England scored three goals in a 12-minute span from the 71st — through Luke Shaw, Mason Mount and Harry Kane's penalty — only for Kai Havertz to pounce on a fumble by England goalkeeper Nick Pope to equalize in the 87th. …

UEFA Nations League: France suffer Denmark loss, but salvage top-flight spot
2 years, 3 months ago

UEFA Nations League: France suffer Denmark loss, but salvage top-flight spot

The Hindu  

Nations League holders France lost 2-0 to Denmark in their final Group 1 game but salvaged their place in the top tier at the end of a dismal campaign on Sunday. Didier Deschamps' side, who will face Denmark in Group D at the World Cup in November, finished third in the Nations League standings with five points from six games …

Nations League: Spain post second win in a row; Portugal concede in 57 seconds in loss to Switzerland
2 years, 7 months ago

Nations League: Spain post second win in a row; Portugal concede in 57 seconds in loss to Switzerland

Firstpost  

Spain handed Czech Republic a 2-0 loss while Switzerland’s Haris Seferovic took just 57 seconds to score the only goal of the game against Portugal. Paris: Spain won a second successive UEFA Nations League match on Sunday with a 2-0 win over the Czech Republic while rivals Portugal conceded a goal after just 57 seconds to lose to Switzerland. I …

Nations League: England, Italy draw 0-0 among other stalemates
2 years, 7 months ago

Nations League: England, Italy draw 0-0 among other stalemates

Firstpost  

It was a night of stalemates for the big teams in the Nations League on Saturday, including a drab scoreless draw in the rematch of last year’s European Championship final. England were held 0-0 by Italy to leave Gareth Southgate’s side without a win in three matches in the top-tier Group 3 this month as it prepares for the World …

UEFA Nations League: Wales Strike Late to Hold Belgium
2 years, 7 months ago

UEFA Nations League: Wales Strike Late to Hold Belgium

News 18  

Wales held Belgium to a 1-1 draw to claim their first point in their UEFA Nations League group campaign after Brennan Johnson scored a late equaliser to cancel out a Youri Tielemans goal in Cardiff on Saturday. Wales nearly had the perfect start when Ethan Ampadu fired a half-volley into the top corner in the fifth minute but his joy …

UEFA Nations League: Sarabia Strikes Early as Spain Squeeze Past Switzerland 1-0
2 years, 7 months ago

UEFA Nations League: Sarabia Strikes Early as Spain Squeeze Past Switzerland 1-0

News 18  

Spain registered the first win of their Nations League campaign on Thursday as Pablo Sarabia’s early goal was enough for a 1-0 victory over Switzerland. Switzerland, meanwhile, succumbed to a third consecutive loss in the competition after they were beaten 2-1 away by the Czech Republic before being hammered 4-0 by Portugal, as Cristiano Ronaldo scored twice. Sarabia’s goal came …

Italy stun Wales for first Six Nations win for seven years
2 years, 9 months ago

Italy stun Wales for first Six Nations win for seven years

The Independent  

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Italy and Switzerland still level on points after 1-1 draw
3 years, 2 months ago

Italy and Switzerland still level on points after 1-1 draw

Associated Press  

ROME — Another missed penalty from Ballon d’Or candidate Jorginho means European champion Italy still has some work to do in order to qualify for the World Cup. A 1-1 draw with visiting Switzerland on Friday kept Italy atop Group C entering the final round of qualifiers — but only on goal difference. Jorginho had a chance to win it …

France wins Nations League with late goal from Mbappé
3 years, 3 months ago

France wins Nations League with late goal from Mbappé

Associated Press  

MILAN — Kylian Mbappé scored late as world champion France came from behind to win the Nations League with a 2-1 victory over Spain in the final on Sunday. We went out there to win the trophy so I’m delighted for the team as a whole and I’m proud as an individual.” There was a video review for a possible …

UEFA Nations League: Barella, Berardi's goals help Italy beat Belgium to finish third
3 years, 3 months ago

UEFA Nations League: Barella, Berardi's goals help Italy beat Belgium to finish third

Firstpost  

Italy claimed third place in the Nations League on Sunday after beating Belgium 2-1 to bounce back from their world record unbeaten run being brought to an end. Belgium goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois may have called Sunday’s match “pointless” but the two teams put plenty of commitment into their displays, with some players looking to carve out a place in their …

France, vs Belgium, Nations League semifinal: France beats Belgium 3-2 in a thriller
3 years, 3 months ago

France, vs Belgium, Nations League semifinal: France beats Belgium 3-2 in a thriller

The Hindu  

World champion France recovered from two goals down to beat Belgium 3-2 in a thrilling Nations League semi-final on Thursday with a last-minute strike from Theo Hernandez securing a place in Sunday's showpiece match against Spain. In a crazy end to the game, Belgium thought it had won the pulsating contest minutes earlier but Romelu Lukaku's late effort was ruled …

Spain ends Italy's winning streak to reach Nations League final
3 years, 3 months ago

Spain ends Italy's winning streak to reach Nations League final

The Hindu  

Spain ended European champion Italy's world record 37-match unbeaten run as Ferran Torres scored twice in a 2-1 win at the San Siro stadium in an entertaining Nations League semi-final on Wednesday. Italy, trailing by two goals at the break, had to play the entire second half with 10 men after captain Leonardo Bonucci was sent off but showed real …

Italy’s record run ended by 2-1 Nations League loss to Spain
3 years, 3 months ago

Italy’s record run ended by 2-1 Nations League loss to Spain

Associated Press  

MILAN — Spain ended Italy’s record unbeaten run of 37 matches by beating the European champion 2-1 Wednesday in the Nations League semifinals after Roberto Mancini’s team was reduced to 10 men. Now we’ll start thinking about the final.” Lorenzo Pellegrini pulled one back for Italy late on as the Azzurri threatened an improbable comeback. Federico Chiesa was the first …

Italy vs Spain LIVE: Nations League result, final score and reaction
3 years, 3 months ago

Italy vs Spain LIVE: Nations League result, final score and reaction

The Independent  

Spain celebrate Ferran Torres’ second goal Spain ended European champions Italy’s world record 37-match unbeaten run as Ferran Torres scored twice in a 2-1 win at the San Siro stadium in their Nations League semi-final. Torres put Spain ahead in the 17th minute, steering a left-wing cross from Mikel Oyarzabal into the far corner past Italy keeper Gianluigi Donnarumma. Roberto …

Nations League: Italy begins hunt for another trophy against Spain
3 years, 3 months ago

Nations League: Italy begins hunt for another trophy against Spain

The Hindu  

Spain’s cunning plan on how to beat Italy this time appears to have a flaw. Spain coach Luis Enrique recently said he would stick with an attacking philosophy against Italy, but that could prove tricky against a side that has one of the best defenses in international soccer. “Tomorrow, we will have to be alert in all the phases of …

Nations League finals: Roberto Mancini retains faith in majority of Euro 2020-winning Italy squad
3 years, 3 months ago

Nations League finals: Roberto Mancini retains faith in majority of Euro 2020-winning Italy squad

Firstpost  

Twenty-two of the 26 European champions were selected, along with Lorenzo Pellegrini, the Roma captain who missed out on the Euro due to an injury ahead of the semi-final clash against Spain Rome: Italy coach Roberto Mancini placed his faith Thursday in the majority of the squad that triumphed at Euro 2020 for the finals of the Nations League. Twenty-two …

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