Belgium defeats a toothless Squadra Azzurra

Italy loses 0-2 at home to Belgium on the first matchday of the UEFA Nations League.

The "Red Devils" took a 1-0 lead as early as the 20th minute. Mika Godts received the ball at the edge of the penalty area, dribbled past the entire Italian defense, and sent Donnarumma the wrong way.

After recovering from the deficit, the hosts also created more and more chances to score but were thwarted by the Belgian defense.

Hosts start second half stronger

Immediately after the restart, the hosts became extremely dangerous. Moise Kean appeared completely alone behind the defense and was able to shoot unchallenged, but Belgium's goalkeeper Senne Lammens somehow stretched out his leg and managed to save the shot.

As the match progressed, chances increased for both sides. In the 69th minute, it happened. Belgium won the ball back in their own half, and De Ketelaere sent the previously substituted Dodi Lukebakio through.

The Benfica Lisbon striker was attacked half-heartedly and was able to curl the ball into the far corner from a good 20 meters out.

Sweden claims victory

In Group 4 of Nations League B, Sweden defeated Romania 2-1, thanks to goals from Alexander Isak (20') and Viktor Gyökeres (43'). Dennis Man scored a consolation goal for the visitors in the 29th minute.

The second Group 4 match between Poland and Bosnia and Herzegovina ended in a 0-0 draw.