Zinedine Zidane’s first home game as France manager ended in a 1-1 draw against Italy, ending his perfect start after wins over Turkey and Belgium.
Michael Olise put France ahead in the 55th minute with a brilliant curling finish from a free-kick routine, but Alessandro Bastoni levelled 13 minutes later after France were caught trying to play out from the back.
Italy goalkeeper Gianluigi Donnarumma played a major role in keeping the visitors in the game, making several important saves as France pushed for a second goal. France were also reduced to 10 men late on after Dayot Upamecano received a second yellow card.
France remain top of Nations League Group A1 with seven points, one ahead of Belgium. Zidane now faces another test against Belgium on Monday.
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