Italy secured a commanding 3-1 victory over France at the San Siro in Milan, overcoming an early deficit to claim top spot in their Nations League group. Despite conceding a goal through a Gianluigi Donnarumma error, the Azzurri rallied behind a brace from young striker Francesco Pio Esposito and a strike from Davide Frattesi.

France's early promise

The visitors started brightly, with Desire Doue's shot initially hitting the side netting. Adrién Rabiot then forced a fine save from Italy goalkeeper Gianluigi Donnarumma. However, the breakthrough came in the 10th minute through a costly mistake by the Italian keeper. Donnarumma's errant pass was intercepted by Michael Olise, who drove into the box and slotted the ball beneath the goalkeeper to give Zinedine Zidane's side the lead.

Esposito leads the comeback

Italy leveled in the 26th minute when Esposito cut inside from the left flank, evading Malo Gusto, and finished with a superb shot. Frattesi then put the hosts ahead in the second half before Esposito sealed the win with his second goal of the night. The victory marked Italy's first home win over France since 1962.

Nations League implications

The result strengthens Italy's position at the top of their Nations League group. According to New Age, the outcome also confirmed England's progression to the Nations League quarter-finals. Italy's historic triumph on home soil is being hailed as a significant milestone, ending a 64-year wait for a win over France in their own country.