Italy loses to France in the UEFA Nations League Final

Les Bleus win 2-1 to claim their second Nations League title

France defeated Italy 2-1 in the UEFA Nations League final on Sunday, October 10, to claim their second title in the competition.

Karim Benzema opened the scoring for France in the sixth minute, but Lorenzo Pellegrini equalized for Italy just before halftime.

Kylian Mbappé scored the winning goal for France in the second half, giving them the victory and the Nations League trophy.

France took the lead early in the match when Benzema scored from close range after a cross from Theo Hernandez.

Benzema has been in excellent form for both club and country this season, and his goal against Italy was his 35th in all competitions.

Italy struggled to create chances in the first half, but they eventually equalized through Pellegrini in the 45th minute.

Pellegrini scored a stunning goal from outside the box to bring Italy level.

The Roma midfielder received the ball from Nicolo Barella and unleashed a powerful shot that flew into the top corner.

It was a deserved equalizer for Italy, who had been the better team in the second half.

France regained the lead in the second half when Mbappe scored from a brilliant pass from Benzema.

Mbappe has been in sensational form for France since the start of the season, and his goal against Italy was his 27th in all competitions.

Italy pushed for an equalizer in the final minutes, but they were unable to find a way through the French defense.

France were the better team on the night and deserved to win the UEFA Nations League final.

They were more clinical in front of goal and defended resolutely throughout the match.

Italy can be proud of their performance, but France were simply too strong on the day.