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Nations League: Powerhouses Vie for Qualification
European football powerhouses battle for Nations League qualification, with France and Portugal facing different challenges. England aims for a comeback.
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France National TeamPortugal National TeamPoland National TeamItaly National TeamEngland National Team
Kylian MbappéCristiano RonaldoDidier DeschampsRobert LewandowskiRoberto Martínez
- What are Italy's prospects for qualifying, and what is their game plan?
- Italy, undefeated, aims to secure qualification against Belgium. Failure would require a win against France in their second match.
- What is the main challenge for France in their upcoming match against Israel?
- France faces a simple sporting challenge against Israel, but the focus will be on security measures in Paris. Didier Deschamps's decision to leave out Mbappé is controversial, but supported by much of the press and public opinion.
- What must England do to regain their place in the top tier of the Nations League?
- England, currently in a lower tier, must win by at least two goals against Greece and then defeat Ireland to return to the top tier. Many key players were unavailable for their previous match.
- What are Portugal's chances of qualifying for the next round and what is a key factor influencing this?
- Portugal, led by Cristiano Ronaldo, needs just a point against Poland to qualify. Lewandowski's absence due to injury is a significant advantage for Portugal.
- What are the overall stakes and narratives surrounding the Nations League matches mentioned in the text?
- The Nations League is seeing several European powerhouses fighting for qualification, with varying circumstances affecting each team's chances. The tournament also highlights the contrasting legacies and futures of star players like Cristiano Ronaldo and Kylian Mbappé.