Sunday night’s Nations League action saw thrilling results, with France defeating Italy 3-1 to secure the group championship, while England routed Ireland 5-0 in a dominant performance.
**Italy 1-3 France**
France avenged their earlier loss to Italy with a commanding win in Milan. Adrien Rabiot put France ahead in the 2nd minute with a header from a corner. An own goal by Italian goalkeeper Guglielmo Vicario in the 33rd minute doubled France’s lead. Italy quickly responded, scoring two minutes later to make it 2-1.
In the second half, Rabiot struck again, heading home from a Lucas Digne free-kick in the 65th minute. Both teams created chances but failed to score further, leaving France as group champions. Italy finished the group stage in second place. Meanwhile, Belgium fell to Israel 1-0 in the same group, with Yarden Shua scoring the decisive goal.
**England 5-0 Republic of Ireland**
At Wembley Stadium, England dismantled Ireland in their final group match. Despite a quiet first half, the Three Lions exploded in the second. Harry Kane opened the scoring with a penalty, followed by goals from Anthony Gordon and Conor Gallagher. England’s relentless attack ensured a resounding 5-0 victory, closing their campaign on a high.
