Mancini: We can win against Belgium, but it won't be easy

Italy are level on 10 points with France at the top of Nations League A1 Group, and sit first on goal difference. In Sunday's match at King Baudouin Stadium, a draw is enough to send Italy through to the quarter-finals. France's match against Türkiye does not change this situation. A win would guarantee first place in the group.

Belgium, third in the table with nine points, must win to stay in the tournament. Speaking to Sky, Mancini said he considers it important for Italy to compete in this match for the sake of the team. The coach stressed that Belgium are a strong national team and that winning the match is possible, but it will be difficult.

Mancini returned to the job in September. In the first match, Italy lost 2-0 to Belgium in Rome and fans booed the team. Since then, Italy have beaten Türkiye twice, came back from France with a draw, and on Thursday defeated Zinedine Zidane's team 3-1 at San Siro.

Mancini said Belgium have technical and quick players and that his side will play their own game. In his view, this match will not be much different from Italy's match against France.