Italy hosts Turkey in UEFA Nations League Group A4 on 13 October 2025 at Stadio Olimpico in Rome. Kick-off is 20:45 CET. The fixture decides second place and Nations League playoff seeding.
Roberto Mancini said there is too much anxiety around the team. He wants clarity before the Turkey clash.
Match Snapshot and Stakes
Date: 13 October 2025. Venue: Stadio Olimpico, Rome. Competition: UEFA Nations League 2024-25 League A Group A4.
Italy sits second on four points from three games. Turkey is third on three points. A win for Italy secures progression to quarter-finals.
Italy won two of last three competitive games. Turkey drew its last two away fixtures.
How to Watch Italy vs Turkey Live Stream
Official broadcasters vary by region. UEFA.tv streams select matches free in non-exclusive markets.
| Region | Broadcaster | Streaming |
|---|---|---|
| Italy | RAI 1 | RAI Play |
| Turkey | TRT 1 | TRT İzle |
| UK | Sky Sports Football | Sky Go |
| US | ViacomCBS Networks | Paramount+ |
Fubo TV carries UEFA Nations League in the US. Subscribers access the match live via Fubo app and website.
| Region | Local Time |
|---|---|
| Europe / Italy / Turkey | 20:45 CET |
| UK | 19:45 BST |
| US East | 14:45 ET |
| US West | 11:45 PT |
Team News, Injuries and Squad Updates
Italy is without captain Gianluigi Donnarumma through suspension. Alessandro Bastoni is doubtful with a thigh issue.
Expected Italy XI: Meret; Di Lorenzo, Acerbi, Calafiori; Frattesi, Jorginho, Barella; Chiesa, Pellegrini, Raspadori; Scamacca.
Turkey misses central defender Samet Akaydin. Hakan Calhanoglu leads midfield.
Predicted Turkey XI: Mert Gunok; Mert Muldur, Abdulkadir Ozkardes, Caglar Soyuncu, Ferdi Kadioglu; Orkun Kokcu, Calhanoglu; Kerem Akturkoglu, Arda Guler, Yunus Akgun; Yilmaz.
Squad depth notes include Italy-eligible prospects. Goncalo Inacio’s father said his son only wanted Italy despite many calls from Brazil. The centre-back remains on Italy’s monitoring list.
Roberto Mancini Team Anxiety and Tactical Preview
Mancini said: Too much anxiety around the team. The comment came ahead of Nations League duty.
Italy will use 4-3-3 with high full-backs. Turkey presses in 4-2-3-1 and targets wide transitions.
Midfield battle is Jorginho-Barella versus Calhanoglu-Kokcu. Defensive line faces Arda Guler between lines.
Head to Head History and Stats
Italy leads the all-time record 9 wins to 4 losses versus Turkey. Nations League meetings are level at 1-1.
Last meeting ended 2-2 in Istanbul in June 2024. Scamacca and Chiesa scored for Italy.
Italy averages 1.6 goals per home game in Nations League. Turkey concedes 1.4 goals per away game.
Key Players to Watch
Italy: Nicolo Barella for progression. Mateo Retegui as aerial threat.
Turkey: Hakan Calhanoglu for set pieces. Arda Guler for creativity.
Goalkeepers: Meret versus Mert Gunok. Both have save percentages above 72 percent this season.
Italy vs Turkey Prediction and Final Score
Form and injuries point to a narrow home win. Italy controls possession. Turkey counters.
Prediction: Italy 2-1 Turkey. Best market odds reflect Italy as slight favourite.
Next fixtures: Italy travels to Belgium on 16 October. Turkey hosts Belgium on 16 October.
FAQ
What channel is Italy vs Turkey on. RAI 1 in Italy, TRT 1 in Turkey, Sky Sports in UK, Paramount+ in US.
Can I stream Italy vs Turkey free. UEFA.tv offers free stream in select territories. Fubo TV requires subscription.
What time does Italy vs Turkey kick off. 20:45 CET, 19:45 BST, 14:45 ET.
💡 Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
- Q: When and where is Italy vs Türkiye played?
- A: The match is on 13 October 2025 at Stadio Olimpico in Rome, kick-off 20:45 CET, 19:45 BST, 14:45 ET.
- Q: How to watch Italy vs Türkiye live stream?
- A: Italy on RAI 1 / RAI Play, Turkey on TRT 1 / TRT İzle, UK on Sky Sports Football / Sky Go, US on Paramount+ and Fubo TV. UEFA.tv streams select matches free in non-exclusive markets.
- Q: What is at stake in Italy vs Türkiye?
- A: Italy is second on 4 points, Türkiye third on 3 points. A win for Italy secures progression to the Nations League quarter-finals and better playoff seeding.
- Q: Who is missing for Italy and Türkiye?
- A: Italy is without suspended captain Gianluigi Donnarumma and Alessandro Bastoni is doubtful with a thigh issue. Türkiye misses central defender Samet Akaydin.
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