Esposito brace leads Italy past France 3-1

Pio Esposito scored twice as Italy came from behind to beat France 3-1 in the Nations League, helping his team move level with France on 10 points at the top of Group A1. After Michael Olise gave France an early lead, Esposito equalized before Davide Frattesi put Italy ahead; Esposito then converted a penalty to seal the win. The spot kick came shortly after his brother Sebastiano missed a penalty, adding personal significance to the 21-year-old striker’s first Italy brace. Esposito now has nine goals in 14 international appearances, strengthening his case for a leading role with Italy and offering a timely boost to Inter, whose other forwards are dealing with injuries.