Italy dey ready to secure another three points as dem host Israel for Monday evening’s UEFA Nations League fixture at the Bluenergy Stadium in Udine. Italy, wey be top of League A Group 2, dey look to extend their unbeaten run in the competition and cement their position ahead of November’s decisive fixtures.
Italy had a strong start in their last game against Belgium, taking an early 2-0 lead thanks to goals from Andrea Cambiaso and Mateo Retegui. However, things change when Lorenzo Pellegrini receive a straight red card for a reckless challenge, and Belgium later equalise to make the game end 2-2. Despite dis setback, Italy remain upbeat with two wins and a draw from their three Nations League matches, including a victory over Israel last month.
Israel, on the other hand, dey struggle in the Nations League, with three consecutive defeats and no points so far. Dem lose 4-1 to France in their last outing and dey currently at the bottom of their group. Israel’s chances of survival in League A dey slip away fast, and dem defensive vulnerabilities dey make am hard for dem to avoid conceding goals.
Italy’s home form dey be very strong, with eight wins in their last 10 home matches across all tournaments. Dem also score two or more goals in six of those encounters. Federico Dimarco, the Inter Milan star, dey be one of Italy’s standout performers, and his ability to create chances from wide areas could be pivotal in breaking down Israel’s defence.
Predictions dey suggest that Italy go win dis match comfortably, with many expecting dem to score over 2.5 goals. The probable lineup for Italy include Donnarumma, Di Lorenzo, Bastoni, Calafiori, Cambiaso, Frattesi, Tonali, Ricci, Dimarco, Raspadori, and Retegui. For Israel, dem likely lineup include Glazer, Nachmias, Batlaks, Felingod, Jabber, Abu Fani, Hendelman, Glukh, Haziza, Abada, and Baribo.
Given Italy’s superior talent and home advantage, it’s likely that dem go assert their dominance from the outset, making a comfortable win for the hosts a strong possibility.
