Italy predicted XI v France: Luciano Spalletti's side at full strength

Preview

Italy will be at full strength when they take on France in the UEFA Nations League final on Sunday. Roberto Mancini has named a strong squad for the match, with the likes of Gianluigi Donnarumma, Leonardo Bonucci and Ciro Immobile all included. France, meanwhile, will be without the suspended Antoine Griezmann, but they will still have a number of dangerous players in their team, including Kylian Mbappé, Karim Benzema and Paul Pogba.

The match is expected to be a close one, with both teams having a chance of winning. Italy have the home advantage, but France will be confident of victory after their impressive performance in the semi-final against Belgium.

Predicted line-ups

Italy

Donnarumma; Florenzi, Bonucci, Chiellini, Emerson; Verratti, Jorginho, Barella; Chiesa, Immobile, Insigne.

France

Lloris; Pavard, Varane, Kimpembe, Hernandez; Pogba, Kanté; Diaby, Benzema, Mbappé; Giroud.

Key battles

The key battle in the match will be between Italy's defence and France's attack. Italy have one of the best defences in the world, but they will be up against a formidable attacking force in France. Kylian Mbappé is one of the most dangerous players in the world, and he will be looking to add to his tally of goals in the Nations League.

Another key battle will be between Italy's midfield and France's midfield. Italy have a very strong midfield, with the likes of Jorginho, Verratti and Barella all capable of controlling the game. France, meanwhile, have a number of talented midfielders, including Paul Pogba and N'Golo Kanté.

Prediction

The match is expected to be a close one, but Italy will be the slight favourites. They have the home advantage, and they have a very strong team. France will be dangerous, but they will need to be at their best to beat Italy.

Prediction: Italy 2-1 France.