2026-2027 Nations League: Italy vs. France, the official lineups

The starting lineups for Italy vs. France—a match counting toward Matchday 5 of the Nations League—have been officially announced. The game is scheduled for tonight, Thursday, November 12, at 8:45 p.m. at San Siro Stadium in Milan.

Head coach Roberto Mancini has opted for a 4-3-3 formation, entrusting the attack to brothers Sebastiano and Pio Esposito, flanked by Cambiaghi. In midfield, Frattesi, Tonali, and Barella will start, while in defense, in front of Donnarumma, Kayode, Scalvini, Bastoni, and Calafiori will take the field.

Zinedine Zidane’s France will also line up in a 4-3-3 formation. Maignan is in goal, with Gusto, Jacquet, Upamecano, and Truffert making up the defensive line. In midfield are Cherki, Da Cunha, and Rabiot, while the attacking trio will consist of Olise, Doué, and Barcola.

The official lineups

ITALY (4-3-3): Donnarumma; Kayode, Scalvini, Bastoni, Calafiori; Frattesi, Tonali, Barella; Sebastiano Esposito, Pio Esposito, Cambiaghi. Head Coach: Mancini.

FRANCE (4-3-3): Maignan; Gusto, Jacquet, Upamecano, Truffert; Cherki, Da Cunha, Rabiot; Olise, Doué, Barcola. Head Coach: Zidane.