In a thrilling Nations League encounter, Italy let slip a two-goal advantage against Belgium, ultimately settling for a 2-2 draw after Lorenzo Pellegrini received a red card. Despite the setback, Italy remains at the top of Group A2 with seven points, just one point ahead of France, who secured a convincing 4-1 victory over Israel. Belgium sits in third place with four points. The match at the Stadio Olimpico started brightly for Italy, as they took the lead within the first minute. Winger Federico Di Marco delivered a low cross into the box, where Belgium's goalkeeper Koen Casteels initially saved a shot from Andrea Cambiaso, but Cambiaso was quick to react and scored from the rebound. Belgium's Arthur Theate expressed disappointment after the match, stating, "We should have won," highlighting the missed opportunity for his team.