Matchday 5: Italy & France Dominate the Nations League
It was another exciting week in the Nations League, with some big results. Let's break down what went down for Italy and France on matchday five.
Italy: A Dominant Display Against Hungary
Italy were looking for revenge after their shock defeat to Hungary in the reverse fixture, and they delivered in style. They dominated the game from start to finish, with a masterclass performance from Gianluigi Donnarumma in goal, and some fantastic goals from Federico Chiesa and Lorenzo Pellegrini.
This victory put Italy back in the driver's seat in their group, with a good chance of qualifying for the next stage.
France: Conquering Austria in Vienna
France made their mark in Vienna, with a dominant 2-0 win against Austria. It was a tight game in the first half, but Kylian Mbappé's brilliance eventually broke the Austrian resistance.
After the first goal, France were in control, with Aurélien Tchouaméni adding a second goal to secure the win. This was a crucial win for France, as they look to top their group and avoid a potential relegation battle.
What's Next?
Both Italy and France have their work cut out for them in the final matchday. Italy will need to get a positive result against Germany to secure their place in the semi-finals, while France need to win against Denmark to avoid a tense final matchday.
Overall, it was another fantastic round of Nations League action, with some exciting games and some big results. Let's see what happens in the final matchday!
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