France and Italy played out a 1-1 draw in a UEFA Nations League match in Saint-Denis, with Michael Olise's opener for France cancelled out by Italy's Alessandro Bastoni, according to Al Jazeera.
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Key facts
- France drew 1-1 with Italy in the UEFA Nations League, according to Al Jazeera.
- The match was played in Saint-Denis.
- Michael Olise scored France's opener.
- Alessandro Bastoni equalised for Italy.
- Al Jazeera referred to the fixture as Zidane's home debut.
France and Italy shared the points in a 1-1 draw in the UEFA Nations League, played at Saint-Denis, according to Al Jazeera.
Michael Olise gave France the lead with what Al Jazeera described as a stunner, putting the hosts in front during the encounter.
Italy responded through defender Alessandro Bastoni, who cancelled out Olise’s opener to level the score at 1-1.
Al Jazeera referred to the fixture as Zidane’s home debut in Saint-Denis.
The draw left the two sides level on the night, with neither able to find a decisive advantage in the Nations League contest.
Why it matters
Matches between France and Italy are among the most high-profile in European football, and Nations League results carry weight for seedings and standings. A draw between two major footballing nations signals a competitive balance heading into the rest of the campaign.
Frequently asked questions
What was the final score between France and Italy?
The match finished 1-1, according to Al Jazeera.
Who scored in the France versus Italy match?
Michael Olise scored for France and Alessandro Bastoni equalised for Italy.
Where was the match played?
The match was played in Saint-Denis.
Timeline
- France held 1-1 by Italy in Zidane home debut after Olise stunner
Al Jazeera: Italy's Alessandro Bastoni cancels out Michael Olise's opener for France in 1-1 UEFA Nations League draw in Saint-Denis.