#Match Report: France show attacking force as they down Italy 3-1 in Warm-up match

Summary

France showed the full range of their attacking weapons as they continued their preparations for the World Cup in convincing fashion with a 3-1 win over Italy in a friendly on Friday. Roberto Mancini’s second game in charge of Italy, who did not qualify for the World Cup, provided a decent challenge with Mario Balotelli looking dangerous on his club turf at Nice.

Les Bleus, who take on Australia, Peru and Denmark in Group C in Russia this month, prevailed thanks to goals by Samuel Umtiti, Antoine Griezmann and Ousmane Dembele. Four days after beating Ireland 2-0 in Paris, France faced tougher opposition but their firepower made the difference even if coach Didier Deschamps made seven changes to the team.

Highlights

Moments

8′ Goal! France 1, Italy 0. Samuel Umtiti (France) left footed shot from very close range to the top left corner following a set piece situation.20′ Attempt Missed. N’Golo Kanté (France) hits the right post with a right footed shot from outside the box. Assisted by Antoine Griezmann.29′ Goal! France 2, Italy 0. Antoine Griezmann (France) converts the penalty with a left footed shot to the bottom right corner.36′ Goal! France 2, Italy 1. Leonardo Bonucci (Italy) right footed shot from the centre of the box to the bottom left corner following a set piece situation.46′ Attempt saved. Mario Balotelli (Italy) right footed shot from a difficult angle on the right is saved in the bottom right corner. Assisted by Domenico Berardi.47′ Attempt missed. Ousmane Dembélé (France) hits the bar with a right footed shot from the left side of the box. Assisted by Hugo Lloris following a fast break.63′ Goal! France 3, Italy 1. Ousmane Dembélé (France) right footed shot from the left side of the box to the top right corner.