Nations League: Olise screamer sinks Belgium for Zidane as Italy thrash Turkey

Michael Olise's stunning strike secured a 1-0 victory for Zinedine Zidane's France against Belgium, while Italy thrashed Turkey 4-1 as the Esposito brothers made history.

International Football

France sink Belgium: Michael Olise's moment of genius

Michael Olise celebrates his stunning solo winner as France defeat Belgium 1-0.

In the absence of Mbappe, France secured a 1-0 away win over Belgium thanks to a brilliant solo effort from Michael Olise in the 88th minute. Olise became the first player since Eric Cantona in 1992 to be directly involved in the first two goals under a new manager. This marks France's second consecutive victory under new boss Zinedine Zidane.

Italy thrash Turkey 4-1: Historic milestone after 111 years

The Esposito brothers make history as Italy thrash Turkey 4-1 in the Nations League.

Manager Mancini made eight changes as a rejuvenated Italy side thrashed Turkey 4-1. For the first time in 111 years, dating back to 1915, brothers Sebastiano and Francesco Pio Esposito both started. Meanwhile, 22-year-old defender Michael Kayode shone on his debut, registering a goal and an assist.

UEFA Nations League: Round-up of other results

Action from the UEFA Nations League as teams battle for crucial points.

Elsewhere in League B, Sweden beat Poland 3-1, Bosnia & Herzegovina defeated Romania 4-2, and Montenegro edged past Armenia 3-2 courtesy of an 89th-minute winner from Aleksa Latkovic. Meanwhile, Georgia vs Ukraine, Northern Ireland vs Hungary, and Latvia vs Cyprus all ended in goalless stalemates.

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