Mancini makes two changes, Kean back on the pitch from first minute

Friday 2 October 2026, at 20:45, Italy under Roberto Mancini will face France under Zidane in the third matchday of the Nations League group stage, with two changes compared to the winning away game in Turkey and Kean back on the pitch from the first minute.

Official line‑ups and news

The two confirmed newcomers are the Esposito brothers, while all other starters remain unchanged from the last match.

France line up a 4‑3‑3 with Maignan, Kalulu, Jacquet, Upamecano, Truffert, Cherki, Da Cunha, Rabiot, Olise, O. Dembélé and Doué.

Italy seeks advantage in the Nations League against Turkey

Italy start with Donnarumma, Kayode, Scalvini, Bastoni, Calafiori, Frattesi, Fagioli, Tonali, S. Esposito, P. Esposito and Kean.

The coverage will be part of Nations League Football Highlights Live, with Video, Photo, Tennis, Drive, MotoGp, Pressing, Sportmediaset, XXL, News, Coppa Italia, Supercoppa Italiana, Formula Sport, Podcast, Lifestyle, Scudetti, Area Help, FAQ, Info, Cookie Policy, Ott, France and FRANCE.

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The match, broadcast live, will give fans the opportunity to follow the line‑ups and tactics of the two coaches before kickoff.