UEFA Nations League: Italy 1 - 2 Spain

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The UEFA Nations League group stage involves all 55 Uefa countries and was brought in to replace international friendlies with more meaningful games, involving promotion and relegation.

The finals of the competition are considered a proper tournament, with the winner getting a sterling silver, 7.5kg, 71cm tall trophy.

Stadio Giuseppe Meazza

 Italy 1-2 Spain post match reaction

Two first-half goals from Manchester City’s Ferran Torres set Spain on course for a win at the legendary and iconic San Siro stadium. This earned then a place in the Nations League final.

Italy rallied in the second-half but an 83rd minute goal from Lorenzo Pellegrini wasn't enough to extend their long unbeaten run. 

It was a superb game and a great showcase for the competition. This was two international sides that were close to their best and putting on a show for the fans. It has given the Spanish side an opportunity to start a relatively new era with a trophy and provides them with a boost ahead of next year's World Cup. You can watch the highlights in the video below.

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More comments from fans all over the world

The match was watched and analysed by fans from the world. On the above video of the match, one fan commented on the performance of the goalscorer: "Ferran Torres is the best Torres since Fernando. He’s going to be a star."

Even this Manchester United fan agreed: "Ferran Torres is actually amazing, I hate to admit that as a United fan, but he needs to be in the discussion as one of the best youngsters in the world."

This Chelsea fan was happy and pleased with the performance of one of his favourite players: "More happy for Azpilicueta . One of my favourite Chelsea player in recent years . Hope he can win his first international trophy with his country"

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