Kevin De Bruyne returns to lead a Belgium side desperate for points, while Italy aims to secure their spot in the knockout rounds. Italy’s 3-1-0 Nations League record puts them in pole position, though the 1-1-2 Belgium squad will be fighting to avoid relegation.
Giovanni Di Lorenzo of Italy celebrates with team mate Mateo Retegui after scoring to give the side a 2-0 lead during the UEFA Nations League 2024/25 League A Group A2 match between Italy and Israel at Stadio Friuli on October 14, 2024 in Udine, Italy.
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How to Watch Belgium vs. Italy:
- Date: Thursday, November 14, 2024
- Time: 2:45 PM EST
- Channel: Fubo Sports Network
- Stream: Fubo (watch for free)
The UEFA Nations League, entering its fourth iteration, remains a vital platform for European national teams to engage in meaningful competition, effectively supplanting inconsequential friendly matches. This tournament structure strategically categorizes teams into leagues according to their performance rankings, with the added thrill of promotion and relegation dynamics.
Belgium, under the guidance of head coach Domenico Tedesco, has struggled during their League A campaign. The team has won only one of four Nations League matches so far, scoring four goals and conceding five. Their recent 2-2 draw with Italy in Rome kept their hopes alive, but they now sit third in Group A2, needing a win to avoid potential relegation.
Italy, led by manager Luciano Spalletti, has been in impressive form during their Nations League campaign. The Azzurri have won three and drawn one of their four matches, scoring nine goals and conceding only three. Their recent 4-1 victory over Israel solidified their position atop Group A2, and they now sit on the brink of qualifying for the knockout stages.
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