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Italy's preparations for their final Nations League group stage match have been dealt a significant setback. Midfielder Davide Frattesi has officially been ruled out of the upcoming fixture against Belgium due to injury. The Lazio star had been a standout performer in the recent victory over France but will now return to his club for treatment.

Francesco Pio Esposito admitted he felt immense psychological pressure stepping up to the spot after watching his brother miss earlier during a 3-1 victory over France. The Inter young striker was the hero of the night, continuing his sensational individual form to secure a vital victory for the Azzurri in the Nations League.

France playmaker Rayan Cherki has offered a brutally honest assessment of what went wrong during Les Bleus' disappointing 3-1 defeat to Italy. Despite a promising start in the UEFA Nations League clash, the 2026 world runners-up struggled to break down a resilient Azzurri side as the contest progressed.

France have suffered another major blow to their defensive ranks following the news that Dayot Upamecano has left the national team camp. The Bayern Munich defender was granted permission to depart just hours after Les Bleus slumped to a disappointing defeat against Italy.