Rabiot impressed with Italy spirit and ‘extraordinary’ Donnarumma

Adrien Rabiot praised Italy's spirit and goalkeeper Gianluigi Donnarumma after France's 1-1 draw with Italy in a UEFA Nations League match at Stade de France. The French team dominated at times and deserved to win, according to Rabiot, who credited Italy for their extraordinary saves. The Azzurri had the better chances in the first half and broke the deadlock through Michael Olise's free kick.

Alessandro Bastoni equalized for Italy with a well-taken goal. The match saw both teams pushing hard to the end, even after Dayot Upamecano's red card. Italy's victory came after a 2-0 home defeat to Belgium, which threatened their Nations League status. This win marked the first goal conceded by France since Zinedine Zidane took over as their manager.

Rabiot also highlighted the team's pressing high, recovering possession quickly, and maintaining high intensity. He noted that France has scored all their goals in the second half of their last 12 matches. France leads Nations League Group A with seven points, one ahead of Belgium, with Italy in fourth place.