Italy refuses a draw, wants to dominate Belgium in Brussels

After beating France 3-1 on Thursday, Italy face the Red Devils this Sunday at 20:45 at the King Baudouin Stadium in Brussels, where a simple draw would be enough to qualify for the Nations League quarter‑finals.

Recent past and form of Italy

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In September, Italy lost 0-2 to Belgium at the Stadio Olimpico, the goals being scored by Mika Godts and Dodi Lukebakio. Two months later, Italy beat France 3-1, which temporarily puts them at the top of the group.

Scalvini and Bastoni lead Italy in the clash against Belgium

Mancini and the attacking mentality

Roberto Mancini says that his Squadra Azzurra will not come to the King Baudouin Stadium to “close down the game”. He adds that “It is not in our mentality to wait”. There is no question of playing for a draw for the Italians, according to the manager. However, he notes that, despite a slight advantage, the team will not be conditioned in its approach and must attack without fear.

Goran Bottieau, Roberto Mancini and Giorgio Scalvini say they are calm before the duel. Giorgio Scalvini, twenty‑two years old, talks about his duel with Charles De Ketelaere, describing him as an atypical striker he has known for years. He also mentions the possible presence of Romelu Lukaku, recently back, in the Belgian attack.

Mancini demands victory in Brussels to retain group lead

Scalvini believes the duel will be “evenly matched” because the two players know each other well. The match will decide Italy’s passage to the quarter‑finals, with Belgium warned to face a determined team, different from the one in September.