Liveblog Nations League
Why it matters
The match between Türkiye and Italy is of crucial importance for the Italian national team's path in the Nations League. With a start to the season that has seen ups and downs, a win in this match could significantly improve the team's prospects for the rest of the tournament.
Context
The Italian national team, under the leadership of Roberto Mancini, is trying to rediscover its identity after recent disappointments. The presence of emerging talents such as Scamacca and Zaniolo represents hope for the future, while coach Vincenzo Montella leads a Türkiye that seeks to establish itself in the European football scene.
Key points
- Liveblog Nations League.
- Follow Türkiye-Italy, Nations League match here in real time, with updates on lineups, goals and highlights.
- Nations League Liveblog: Turkiye vs. Italy.
The match between Türkiye and Italy, valid for the Nations League, started at 8.45pm today, 17 October 2023, at the Atatürk Olympic Stadium in Ankara. Follow all the news relating to the match here in real time, from updates on the lineups, to the goals, to the highlights.
Official lineups
Turchia (4-1-4-1): 1 Altay Bayındır; 3 Zeki Çelik, 15 Okay Yokuşlu, 4 Caglar Söyüncü, 22 Merih Demiral; 8 Orkun Kökçü; 11 Cengiz Ünder, 10 Hakan Çalhanoğlu, 17 Arda Güler, 7 İrfan Can Kahveci; 9 Enner Valencia. Allenatore: Vincenzo Montella.
Italy (4-3-3): 1 G. Donnarumma; 2 Di Lorenzo, 3 A. Bastoni, 5 A. Romagnoli, 6 C. Augusto; 8 L. Pellegrini, 4 N. Barella, 10 D. Frattesi; 20 G. Scamacca, 11 G. Raspadori, 7 N. Zaniolo. Coach: Roberto Mancini.
1' - The match begins!
3' - Türkiye opportunity!
Cengiz Ünder serves Merih Demiral in the area, header by the defender but Donnarumma saves without problems.
6' - Italy opportunity!
Shot by Lorenzo Pellegrini from 20 meters, Altay Bayındır saves for a corner.
9' - ITALY GOAL!
Goal from Gianluca Scamacca! Personal action by Zaniolo who frees himself from an opponent and serves Scamacca in depth, the West Ham striker controls and beats Altay Bayındır with a precise low shot.
12' - 1-0 for Italy
15' - A. Romagnoli is booked
Romagnoli's foul on Cengiz Ünder, the referee says it's a yellow card.
18' - Tiro Hakan Çalhanoğlu
The Turkish number 10 tries to surprise Donnarumma with a shot from a tight angle, the Italian goalkeeper blocks without difficulty.
20' - Türkiye under pressure
Turkey tries to react after the deficit and is now holding the ball more.
25' - Ammonito Hakan Çalhanoğlu
Fallacy by the Turkish captain on Bastoni, for the referee it is a yellow card.
30' - Türkiye opportunity
Shot from outside by İrfan Can Kahveci, the ball grazes the post to the right of Donnarumma.
34' - Italy opportunity
Great action by Zaniolo who gets rid of two men and serves Frattesi, a volley from the Roma midfielder, but the Turkish defense manages to oppose.
36' - Türkiye GOAL!
Goal by Enner Valencia! Following a corner kick taken by Hakan Çalhanoğlu, the ball reaches Merih Demiral who heads it, Donnarumma manages to clear it but Valencia pounces on the ball and scores the equalizer from close range.
38' - 1-1
43' - Shot by Scamacca
Scamacca tries to replicate the first half goal by shooting from outside, but the ball ends up high over the crossbar.
45' - 1 minute of added time
45+1' - End of the first half
Start of second half
The match started again, no changes in the two teams.
48' - Italy opportunity
Nice shot by Lorenzo Pellegrini, ball deflected into a corner by the Turkish defense.
50' - Türkiye opportunity
Great shot from Cengiz Ünder, Donnarumma surpasses himself and deflects it into a corner.
52' - Türkiye very aggressive at the start of the second half.
56' - C. Augusto is booked
60' - Double substitution for Italy
Zaniolo and Frattesi exit, Chiesa and Tonali enter.
64' - Merih Demiral is booked
67' - Italy opportunity
Nice shot from Scamacca, Altay Bayındır manages to deflect it for a corner.
70' - Türkiye triple substitution
Econo İrfan Can Kahveci, Arda Güler ed Enner Valencia, entrano Salih Özcan, Kerem Aktürkoğlu e Serdar Dursun.
74' - Second substitution for Italy
Pellegrini exits and Pessina enters.
78' - Last substitution for Italy
Scamacca exits and Pinamonti enters.
What happens now
After this match, Italy will have to focus on the next matches in the Nations League calendar, trying to consolidate their position. The performance of key players such as Gianluca Scamacca and Nicolò Zaniolo will be fundamental for the outlook of the season and for the morale of the team.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current score of the Türkiye-Italy match?
Currently, the score is 1-0 for Italy.
Who scored the goal for Italy?
The goal for Italy was scored by Gianluca Scamacca.
What time did the Türkiye-Italy match start?
The match started at 8.45pm on October 17, 2023.
What is the impact of the match on the Nations League standings?
The impact on the Nations League standings will be determined by the final result of the match.
What is Italy's next match after the match against Turkey?
Information on Italy's next match is not available in the current context.
