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France vs Italy _ Highlights _ UEFA Nations League
France vs Italy - Match Highlights**
**1st Half:**
- **Early Pressure:** France came out strong, applying early pressure with quick, incisive passes. In the 10th minute, Kylian Mbappé made a dazzling run down the left wing, delivering a precise cross that was narrowly missed by Olivier Giroud.
- **Italian Response:** Italy responded with a sharp counter-attack. Niccolò Barella showcased his skill with a clever dribble and a powerful shot from the edge of the box, but French goalkeeper Hugo Lloris made a fantastic save.
- **Breakthrough Goal:** In the 30th minute, France took the lead. Antoine Griezmann floated in a well-timed free kick that was expertly headed home by Raphaël Varane, giving France a 1-0 advantage.
**2nd Half:**
- **Italian Resilience:** Italy came out with renewed vigor. Federico Chiesa caused problems for the French defense with his pace and agility. His efforts paid off in the 55th minute when he curled a stunning shot into the top corner, leveling the score at 1-1.
- **France’s Counterattack:** France responded with a counterattack in the 70th minute. Mbappé’s explosive pace allowed him to break through the Italian defense, and his low cross was calmly finished by Griezmann to put France ahead again.
- **Italian Equalizer:** Italy continued to press and found an equalizer in the 85th minute. A precise corner kick by Lorenzo Insigne found the head of Giorgio Chiellini, who powered the ball into the net to make it 2-2.
**Final Moments:**
- **Late Drama:** The match saw end-to-end action as both teams searched for a winner. France had a late chance when Mbappé’s shot was deflected off the post, while Italy’s Marco Verratti had a long-range effort that was saved by Lloris.
- **Final Whistle:** The game ended with a thrilling 2-2 draw, showcasing a high level of skill and determination from both sides.
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