Zidane's France Loses 3-1 to Italy in Nations League Clash

Zinedine Zidane experienced his first defeat as the coach of the French national team on November 13, losing 3-1 to Italy in a Nations League match held at San Siro Stadium. France initially took the lead in the 10th minute when Michael Olise capitalized on a mistake by Gianluigi Donnarumma.

Italy equalized in the 26th minute through Francesco Pio Esposito, who scored from a close-range delivery by Nicolo Cambiaghi. The match remained level at half-time, but Italy surged ahead in the second half with Davide Frattesi scoring in the 63rd minute after a missed penalty by Sebastiano Esposito.

Italy was awarded another penalty in the 76th minute when Dayot Upamecano fouled Antonio Vergara, and Pio Esposito converted it to complete his brace. This victory marked Italy's first win over France at home in 64 years and propelled them to the top of Group A with 10 points, level with France but ahead on head-to-head record.