Nations League Liveblog: Italy vs Belgium
Why it matters
The Nations League semi-final between Italy and Belgium represents a crucial moment for both teams, as the tournament offers the opportunity to win a significant trophy. The result of this match will have a direct impact on the season and on the confidence of the teams in view of the next international competitions.
Context
Italy, led by Roberto Mancini, aims to consolidate their position in the Nations League football scene, while Belgium will try to use their experience to get back into the game. Key players such as Immobile and Insigne could play a decisive role in the match, influencing not only the outcome of the semi-final, but also the future prospects of their respective teams.
Key points
- Nations League Liveblog: Italy vs Belgium.
- Follow the match between Italy and Belgium in the Nations League with us, with real-time updates on actions, lineups and much more.
- Nations League Liveblog: Italy vs. Belgium.
Real-time updates will follow on lineups, highlights and everything that happens in the match.
OFFICIAL LINEUPS
Italy
Donnarumma;
Di Lorenzo, Mancini, Bonucci, Spinazzola;
Barella, Jorginho, Locatelli;
Church, Immobile, Insigne.
Belgium
Courtois;
Alderweireld, Vertonghen, Denayer;
Meunier, Tielemans, Witsel, Carrasco;
Mertens, Lukaku, Hazard.
1′ Let's go! The game has begun!
3′ Italy opportunity!
Italy was immediately dangerous with a shot from Chiesa that forced Courtois to make a big save!
4′ GOOOOOOL ITALY!!!
Italy takes the lead!
On a cross from the left by Insigne, Immobile heads past Courtois!
Italy-Belgium 1-0.
9′ Jorginho is booked
The Italy midfielder is booked for a foul on Tielemans.
12′ Shot by Hazard
The Belgian Hazard tries but his shot is deflected for a corner.
14′ Belgium opportunity
Lukaku breaks free in the area but his header goes high over the crossbar.
18′ Second yellow card of the match
Denayer is booked for a foul on Immobile.
20′ Chiesa shot
Italy is still dangerous with Chiesa but this time he doesn't find the target.
23′ Ludovico is booked
Belgian defender Alderweireld is also booked for a foul on Insigne.
27′ Belgium opportunity
Great intervention by Donnarumma on a conclusion by Lukaku.
29′ GOOOOOOL ITALY!!!
Italy doubles!
On a long ball from Bonucci, Immobile anticipates the outgoing Courtois and scores the 2-0 goal for Italy!
31′ Spinazzola is booked
The Italy left back is booked for a foul on Carrasco.
35′ GOOOOOOL ITALY!!!
Immobile hat-trick!
With an assist from Chiesa, Immobile scores the third goal for Italy!
Italy-Belgium 3-0.
40′ Free kick for Belgium
Carrasco's shot which forces Donnarumma to deflect for a corner.
44′ Barella is cautioned
The Italy midfielder is booked for a foul on Tielemans.
45′ The first half ends here
The referee blows the whistle for the end of the first half with Italy leading 3-0 over Belgium.
START OF SECOND HALF
46′ Change for Belgium
Hazard exits and Doku enters.
48′ Doku is booked
The Belgian striker was immediately booked for a foul on Di Lorenzo.
52′ Opportunity for Belgium
Carrasco's shot goes high over the crossbar.
54′ Change for Italy
Immobile exits and Belotti enters.
58′ GOOOOOOL ITALY!!!
Fourth goal for Italy!
On a cross from the right by Di Lorenzo, Belotti heads the goal to make it 4-0 for Italy!
63′ Belgium opportunity
Lukaku has fun in the area but is stopped by Bonucci.
66′ Double substitution for Belgium
Witsel and Mertens exit and Praet and Batshuayi enter.
70′ Triple change for Italy
Chiesa, Jorginho and Barella exit and Pellegrini, Tonali and Politano enter.
75′ GOOOOOOL ITALY!!!
Fifth goal for Italy!
On an assist from Politano, Belotti scores his second goal of the match!
80′ Second substitution for Italy
Spinazzola exits and Emerson enters.
85′ Free kick for Belgium
Shot from Doku hits the barrier.
87′ Bonucci is booked
The former Juventus captain is booked for a foul on Lukaku.
90′ Four minutes of added time
The match referee decided to grant four minutes of added time.
90′ GOOOOOOL ITALY!!!
Sixth goal for Italy!
On an assist from Politano, Belotti scores his third goal of the match!
END OF GAME
The referee blows the whistle for the end of the match with Italy beating Belgium 6-0!
Italy advances to the Nations League final and will challenge the winner of the other semi-final between Holland and Spain.
What happens now
With Italy having started the match with an advantage, the focus will now be on how Belgium will react to this situation. Both teams will have to adapt quickly to try to turn the score around and keep their hopes of advancing to the Nations League alive.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current score of the Italy vs Belgium match?
Italy leads 2-0 against Belgium.
How does this match affect the Nations League standings?
The outcome of the semi-final could determine the position of Italy and Belgium in the final phase of the Nations League.
When is the next Nations League match?
The next Nations League match will be scheduled after the conclusion of the semi-finals.
Who scored the goals for Italy in the match against Belgium?
Ciro Immobile scored both goals for Italy.
Who are Italy's starting players in the semi-final against Belgium?
Italy's starters are Donnarumma, Di Lorenzo, Mancini, Bonucci, Spinazzola, Barella, Jorginho, Locatelli, Chiesa, Immobile and Insigne.
