Italy secured a resounding 4-1 victory over Turkey in Istanbul in their second Nations League match . The Azzurri approached the match with great intensity and immediately took control of the game.
The first half of the match was dominated by Italy. Mancini's team consistently found the back of the net and led 3-0 at halftime. Bastoni, Frattesi, and Kayode scored.
In the second half, Turkey, who had been nonexistent in the first half, tried to react and started strongly. The hosts managed to reduce the deficit with Ylmaz, bringing the score to 3-1 and attempting to reopen the match .
Italy, however, responded immediately. Pio Esposito scored the Azzurri's fourth goal , restoring their lead to three goals and securing the result. Mancini also gave Cagliari midfielder Romano a chance.
The match ended 4-1 for Italy. Another important match now awaits the national team: their next match will be against France.
