Olise powers France to win over Belgium in Nations League

PARIS - In a thrilling Uefa Nations League Group A1 encounter, France secured a 4-1 victory over Belgium at the Stade de France, ending Zinedine Zidane's unbeaten start. Midfielder Michael Olise, brought on as a substitute, played a pivotal role in the dramatic comeback. Belgium took the lead in the first half through Dodi Lukebakio, but France equalized in the 77th minute with Desire Doue's low drive.

Olise followed up with a goal four minutes later, and Rayan Cherki sealed the win with a well-timed strike just four minutes from full time. Olise then added a fourth goal in stoppage time to cement France's dominance. This result moves France three points ahead of Italy at the top of Group A1, while Belgium trails by another point.

Italy's loss to Turkey in Bologna, a 3-1 defeat, leaves them with four consecutive losses. Zidane made significant changes to his lineup for this match, with only midfielder N'Golo Kanté retaining his spot. Newcomers Leny Yoro of Manchester United and Guillaume Restes of Toulouse made their France debuts, while captain Ousmane Dembele led the team in the absence of injured star Kylian Mbappe.

Belgium's Romeo Lavia's clever pass set up Lukebakio's opening goal, but France capitalized on Belgium's defensive lapses in the final stages to record a memorable victory.