France vs Italy confirmed lineups, match prediction, and betting odds. Get the latest team news, starting XIs, and expert insights ahead of kick-off.
France vs Italy Confirmed Lineups
Competition | UEFA Nations League A |
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Match Date | Friday 2 October 2026 |
Kick-off Time | 19:45 UK time |
Venue | Stade de France |
The starting lineups for the UEFA Nations League A fixture between France and Italy have been confirmed.
France Starting XI
Formation: 4-3-3
Starting XI: Mike Maignan, Jérémy Jacquet, Adrien Truffert, Pierre Kalulu, Dayot Upamecano, Adrien Rabiot, Lucas da Cunha, Rayan Cherki, Désiré Doué, Michael Olise, Ousmane Dembélé
Substitutes: Manu Koné, Maghnes Akliouche, Leny Yoro, Guillaume Restes, Andy Diouf, Bradley Barcola, Eduardo Camavinga, Estéban Lepaul, Jean Butez, Maxence Lacroix, Jules Koundé
Italy Starting XI
Formation: 4-3-3
Starting XI: Gianluigi Donnarumma, Michael Kayode, Alessandro Bastoni, Giorgio Scalvini, Riccardo Calafiori, Nicolò Fagioli, Davide Frattesi, Sandro Tonali, Francesco Pio Esposito, Moise Kean, Sebastiano Esposito
Substitutes: Samuele Ricci, Mohamed Alì Zoma, Antonio Vergara, Daniel Maldini, Matteo Ruggeri, Marco Carnesecchi, Giovanni Di Lorenzo, Gianluca Mancini, Gianluca Scamacca, Guglielmo Vicario, Nicolò Barella
France vs Italy Immediate Reaction
France
France line up in a 4-3-3 shape with Mike Maignan starting in goal behind a back four featuring Pierre Kalulu, Dayot Upamecano, Jérémy Jacquet and Adrien Truffert. The midfield unit sees Adrien Rabiot paired with Lucas da Cunha and Rayan Cherki to control central areas. In attack, Ousmane Dembélé spearheads the front line flanked by Michael Olise and Désiré Doué.
Italy
Italy mirror their opponents with a 4-3-3 formation of their own, captained by Gianluigi Donnarumma between the posts with Michael Kayode, Giorgio Scalvini, Alessandro Bastoni and Riccardo Calafiori across the defensive line. Sandro Tonali, Davide Frattesi and Nicolò Fagioli form an energetic midfield trio tasked with linking play. The attack is led by Moise Kean, accompanied by brothers Francesco Pio Esposito and Sebastiano Esposito on either side.
France vs Italy Reactive Bet Builder
Tonight's featured bet builder combines three selections, backing France to win in the match result market, Ousmane Dembélé to score anytime, and both teams to score in what promises to be a competitive clash.
France vs Italy Prediction After Confirmed Lineups
France head into this clash favoured to secure the win on home soil at the Stade de France, boasting significant depth and attacking quality across their starting eleven. While Italy carry dangerous threats through midfield and their dynamic front three, the hosts look well placed to dictate proceedings and earn the victory.
Result Prediction: France to win
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