Dominated in the game, while the Italians did not try to ignite the match, and in difficulty against the pressing of the Squadra Azzurra, the Red Devils never managed to appear dangerous during the first half. In the last quarter of an hour, Belgium took possession but failed to create any opportunities.
The second period resumed with better intentions and long shots from Engels, Debast and Trossard. Without this representing any real danger for Donnarumma. On the other hand, the PSG goalkeeper had to work more on a volley from Trossard.
More present offensively, the Devils exposed themselves more behind. On a long ball, Debast was totally holed allowing Retegui to go alone on goal. But Casteels intervened perfectly in front of the Italian striker. In the process, Di Lorenzo placed his header wide after a very confused action during which the Belgian defense was unable to clear.
If the Italians hurt us as soon as they arrived near the Belgian sixteen meters, Tedesco’s men put more pressure at the end of the match. A quarter of an hour from time, Lukaku came close to equalizing with a header that flew just wide of the goal.
Follow Belgium – Italy:
79′ – Changes on both sides
On the Belgian side, Lukébakio comes in for De Cuyper. Among the Italians, Locatelli and Raspadori replace Rovella and Barella.
79′ – What an opportunity for Lukaku
Castagne sends a great cross to Lukaku who heads in but puts the ball wide of the goal. What an equalization possibility.
76′ – New yellow card for Belgium
Al Dakhil receives a card after a grumble. It’s the third of the match for Belgium.
71′ – Two changes on the Belgian side
Tedesco makes two changes with Al Dakhil and Vermeeren coming in for Engels and Theate.
69′ – A vicious corner from De Cuyper
De Cuyper kicks the corner very well which was not far from deceiving Donnarumma.
68′ – Double changes for Italy
Retegui and Di Marco give way to Kean and Udogie.
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