| France wins | Draw | Italy wins |
|---|---|---|
| 1.408 | 5.1 | 6.8 |
| France | Italy |
|---|---|
All Competitions | All Competitions |
LAST GAME: | LAST GAME: |
Event Details
- Date and Time: Friday, October 2, 2026, 2:45 PM EDT
- Venue: Stade de France, Saint-Denis, France
- Competition: UEFA Nations League
| Odds via 20Bet | |
| France vs Italy | Friday, October 2, 2026, 2:45 PM EDT |
| France odds | -228 |
| Italy odds | +560 |
| Draw | +420 |
| Over 2 | -501 |
| Betting Bonus | Up to 100 $/€ |
France vs Italy Preview and Team News
France Team News
France have begun their new UEFA Nations League campaign on a positive note by winning both games so far. They recently overcame Belgium 1-0. Maintaining their good form in this competition would help boost Les Bleus’ morale after their semifinal exit from the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
Although Michael Olise’s late strike gave France all three points against the Belgians, winger Desire Doue impressed by creating the most chances (four). Much of Les Bleus’ attacking play went through Doue, as he recorded a team-high 16 touches in the opposition box and led in shots with five. Bradley Barcola, operating on the left flank, had 100% passing accuracy.
Matteo Guendouzi is suspended, while Kylian Mbappe and Warren Zaire-Emery are recovering from injuries.
France predicted lineup vs Italy (4-3-3): Maignan; Diouf, Lacroix, Jacquet, Kalulu; Camavinga, Da Cunha, Akliouche; Barcola, Lepaul, Doue.
Italy Team News
Italy are entering a new era after appointing their former manager Roberto Mancini once again. Having failed to qualify for three World Cups in a row, the Azzurri need major changes to turn things around. Their UEFA Nations League campaign has been modest so far, with one victory and one loss.
In their 4-1 win over Turkiye on Monday, the Italians used a zonal system and recorded 46% possession. The team focused on the counterattack, creating three big chances and registering 22 touches in the Turkiye box. Moreover, eight of the 14 shots they took were on target. Italy were hard to beat in the air, too, as they won an extraordinary 78% of their aerial duels.
Mancini will have to make do without Nicolo Zaniolo, Federico Dimarco, and Bryan Cristante due to injuries.
Italy predicted lineup vs France (4-1-2-3): Donnarumma; Ruggeri, Bastoni, Scalvini, Kayode; Tonali; Fagioli, Frattesi; S. Esposito, F. Esposito, Raspadori.
France vs Italy Prediction
- Pick: France to win
- Odds: -228 (20Bet)
- Correct score prediction: France 2-1 Italy
Despite Italy’s resurgence, France are expected to win. This match will bring back memories of the 2006 FIFA World Cup final, which the Italians won. Currently, Les Bleus are ranked third in the FIFA rankings, while the Azzurri are 15th.
France have had more success than Italy in their recent H2H meetings: they have avoided defeat in eight of their last 12 encounters with the Azzurri.
France vs Italy Prediction, Betting Tip
- Pick: Both teams to score
- Odds: -154 (20Bet)
Both teams are tipped to score. While France, who won the World Cup in 2018 and finished as runners-up in 2022, are expected to do so anyway, Italy should also find the net at least once. The Azzurri come into this clash after putting four goals past Turkiye, which must have inspired some confidence.
Striker Francesco Pio Esposito will be the man to watch, as he recorded a goal and an assist against Turkiye. He has already contributed to three goals for Inter Milan this season. For the French, Doue and Barcola should be major threats, while Olise, who has 13 goal contributions for club and country this season, is expected to come off the bench.
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