Nations League Quarterfinals: France fell to Croatia, Germany defeated Italy

2025-03-21 01:15 © „Reuters“

UEFA Nations League has begun the decisive battles. The quarterfinal series of the 2024-25 season has started, after which the final four will follow in Italy or Germany.

Two potential hosts faced each other, with the first match away ending in a 2:1 victory for the "Die Mannschaft" players.

In the 9th minute, Sandro Tonali put the Italians ahead, but in the second half, goals from Timo Kleindienst and Leon Goretzka determined Germany's triumph.

Meanwhile, France found themselves in trouble ahead of the return battle. The world runners-up could not withstand Croatia – 0:2.

The victory for Croatia in front of their home crowd was secured by goals from Ante Budimir and Ivan Perišić.

Other results:

Denmark 1:0 Portugal