Noordwijk Overview

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.

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Italy secured a historic Nations League victory over France at San Siro, but the night was nearly overshadowed by a bizarre moment of confusion from the penalty spot. Roberto Mancini has now opened up about the internal mix-up that saw the wrong Esposito brother step up to take a crucial spot-kick during the 3-1 win.