Nations League: Italy Claim Second Place, Northern Ireland Draw

Italy moved into second place in their Nations League group with a 3-1 victory over Turkey. Meanwhile, Northern Ireland drew 0-0 with Georgia but remained at the top of their section.

Italy 3-1 Turkey

Italy continued their strong Nations League performance under Roberto Mancini, defeating Turkey 3-1 in Bologna. Gianluca Scamacca scored the opener. Aral Simsir equalized for Turkey, but Riccardo Calafiori quickly restored Italy's lead with his first international goal. Francesco Pio Esposito added a third late in the game, securing another win for Mancini's team.

Ukraine 1-2 Hungary

Hungary secured a vital 2-1 win against Ukraine, drawing level on points with them in Group B2. Milan Toth opened the scoring for Hungary. Roman Yaremchuk equalized for Ukraine, but Mark Csinger scored five minutes later to reclaim the lead for the visitors and secure three points.

Northern Ireland 0-0 Georgia

Northern Ireland drew 0-0 with Georgia in Belfast. They had a late opportunity to win from the penalty spot, but Isaac Price's spot-kick was saved. The draw left Northern Ireland undefeated but unable to extend their lead at the top of Group B2.

Bosnia and Herzegovina 1-0 Poland

Bosnia and Herzegovina earned a crucial 1-0 win against Poland, with Ivan Bašić scoring a late winner in the 84th minute. This victory brought Bosnia's point total to five, keeping them in contention for promotion in Group B4.

Romania 0-1 Sweden

Sweden maintained their undefeated start in the Nations League with a narrow 1-0 victory over Romania in Bucharest. Viktor Gyökeres scored the only goal in the 13th minute, earning Sweden another important three points at the top of Group B4.

Cyprus 2-1 Latvia

Cyprus came from behind to defeat Latvia 2-1 in Group C2. Eduards Daskevics scored for Latvia after halftime, but Ioannis Pittas equalized. Marcus Edwards completed the comeback with a goal in stoppage time.

Montenegro 0-0 Armenia

Montenegro were held to a goalless draw by Armenia. This missed opportunity prevented them from strengthening their position at the top of Group C2. Armenia defended effectively to secure a valuable point away from home.