The Stade de France was full as new French manager Zinedine Zidane prepared for his home debut against the team he ended his playing career with in 2006. Despite a brilliant free‑kick from Michael Olise, France were outplayed by a clinical Italian side.
Elsewhere, Belgium continued their good form with a win over Turkey, while Spain, the reigning world champions, prepared to face the Czech Republic aiming to extend their recent success. England, ahead of a big clash with Croatia, are focused on Manchester after Manchester City’s management announced they will appeal a guilty verdict for serious financial offences.
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