Nations League: dates confirmed for France's matches in Italy and against Turkey under Zidane

France face Italy and Turkey in their final Nations League group matches; Zidane names 23-player squad with qualification for March quarter-finals at stake.

Zinédine Zidane has announced his 23-player squad for France's final two Nations League group fixtures against Italy and Turkey. The matches are crucial as France look to secure qualification for the quarter-finals, which will be played in March on a home-and-away basis.

France currently top Group A1 with 10 points, ahead of Italy (7), Belgium (6) and Turkey (0). Finishing first in the group offers a significant advantage: topping the group means facing a runner-up in the quarter-finals rather than another group winner, and securing a home tie in the second leg. A draw in Italy would guarantee France's progression, while a win would secure top spot before the final match.