The Italy vs. France match will be available to stream this Thursday at 8:45 PM CET. Part of the Nations League, the match will be played at the San Siro stadium. It features three players from Paris Saint-Germain, both French: Warren Zaïre-Emery (20-year-old midfielder), Senny Mayulu (21-year-old midfielder/forward) and Désiré Doué (21-year-old midfielder/forward).
These are two major footballing nations, even if Italy is currently trying to emerge from a very difficult period. The last international break was encouraging—including a draw against France—and they will need to fight to build on that progress. As for Les Bleus, the goal is to follow up on the promise shown in September and secure top spot against the second-placed side, who currently trail by three points.
There is every reason to hope for a great match, provided it doesn’t turn into a cagey affair—a common risk in international football, where finding creative rhythm can sometimes be a challenge. That said, there is more than enough talent on the pitch for a spectacular encounter. In any case, we hope our Parisian players can contribute to their respective national teams and make a strong impression amidst stiff competition.
Probable lineups –
Italy (4-3-3):
Cambiaghi – P. Esposito – S. Esposito
Barella – Tonali – Frattesi
Calafiori – Bastoni – Scalvini – Kayode
Donnarumma
France (4-3-3):
Barcola – Doué – Olise
Rabiot – Da Cunha – Cherki
Truffert – Upamecano – Jacquet – Gusto
Maignan
Streaming the Italy vs. France match live – legal options:
The Italy vs. France match will be broadcast live online this Thursday, November 12, at 12:45 PT, 15:45 ET, 19:45 GMT, 20:45 BST and 20:45 CET :
France: TF1.
Italy: Rai.
