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Nations League roundup: Olise leads late charge as France bowl over Belgium

France score four goals in 14 minutes to triumphItaly see off Turkey, Hungary edge out UkraineMichael Olise came off the bench to inspire France to a 4-1 win over Belgium in the Nations League, handing Zinedine Zidane his first home…

Published: Monday, 5 October 2026 at 9:31 PM
Nations League roundup: Olise leads late charge as France bowl over Belgium
Key Things to Know
  • Michael Olise scored twice and added an assist to lead France to a 4-1 win over Belgium.
  • France scored four goals in a 14-minute span during the second half at the Stade de France.
  • The victory marked Zinedine Zidane's first home win since taking charge of France.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Michael Olise came off the bench to inspire France to a 4-1 victory over Belgium in the Nations League at the Stade de France. Dodi Lukebakio initially put the visitors ahead in the first half, but France scored four goals in the final 14 minutes. Goals from Desire Doue, Rayan Cherki, and a late brace by Olise secured manager Zinedine Zidane's first home victory since taking charge.

The result moved France three points clear at the top of Group A1. Elsewhere in the tournament, Italy defeated Turkey 3-1, Hungary earned a 2-1 win over Ukraine, Sweden edged Romania 1-0 via a Viktor Gyokeres strike, Bosnia and Herzegovina beat Poland 1-0, and Cyprus defeated Latvia 2-1.

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