France edge Belgium as Italy beat Türkiye 4-1

France beat Belgium 1-0 in Brussels and Italy defeated Türkiye 4-1 in Bursa on Monday, September 28, strengthening France’s position at the top of Nations League Group A1. Michael Olise scored France’s winner in the 88th minute, while Italy built a three-goal first-half lead before completing its victory after the break. Olise, introduced as a substitute in the 77th minute, collected the ball inside his own half and carried it toward the Belgian penalty area before curling a shot past goalkeeper Senne Lammens. The late goal settled a match that had remained scoreless despite chances for both teams. France’s Désiré Doué hit the crossbar in the first half, and debutant Lucas Da Cunha struck a post after the interval. France were without captain Kylian Mbappé, who had returned to Real Madrid for treatment after injuring his left knee in the previous match against Türkiye, according to reports. Coach Zinedine Zidane made nine changes to the starting lineup, and the win gave him a second victory in as many matches since taking charge, reports said. France were reported to have six points and to lead Group A1 after the result.