Italy vs Israel: UEFA Nations League 2024 Match Preview, H2H, and Predicted Lineups
Get live scores, head-to-head stats, and predicted lineups for the UEFA Nations League clash between Italy vs Israel on October 14, 2024. Dive into a detailed match preview, team news, and predictions.

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The highly anticipated UEFA Nations League match between Italy and Israel is scheduled to take place on October 14, 2024. Italy are set to host the fixture in their quest to move further ahead at the top of Group A2 along with their continuous great form. On the other side, Israel is fighting to avoid relegation after a series of tough losses in the competition. This game has it all-the dominance of Italy and a possible surprise from Israel.
Below is a thorough preview of head-to-head records, recent form, team news, and predicted lineups. We will also give our betting tips and a prediction for this important UEFA Nations League match.
Italy Recent Form
Until now, under the guidance of head coach Luciano Spalletti, Italy regained momentum after their disappointing exit from UEFA Euro 2020. Italy presently boasts an unbeaten record in the last five UEFA Nations League home games, drawing twice and winning three. After having found their rhythm again, the Azzurri won their last three games, including a good 2-1 victory over Israel in the reverse fixture earlier in the campaign.
Last time out, Italy played a 2-2 draw with Belgium where they were the better team in the first half, but were finally sent off with ten men following the sending off of Lorenzo Pellegrini. They managed to hold on to their place at the top of Group A2 but will be looking to seal that position and move into the quarterfinal stage of the Nations League.
One of the stand-out players in Italy is Mateo Retegui, who has scored crucial goals in the recent matches. Spalletti has managed to firm up the backline, while Sandro Tonali's and Davide Frattesi's midfield dynamism has made Italy tough customers.
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Israel's Struggles
It has not been an easy campaign for Israel so far. They have lost all their matches in the group, including a 4-1 thrashing at the hands of France. Promoted into the top tier of the Nations League, it would seem that their stay at the highest level may be rather short-lived.
Ran Ben Shimon's team has been through a tough set of fixtures, and that defence has been particularly leaky, conceding 11 goals in just three matches. However, they have shown moments of attacking promise, especially via the likes of Oscar Gloukh and Omri Gandelman. In their previous fixture against Italy, Israel had managed to keep the game competitive as they lost only 2-1. They will have to be at their best at the back, though, to contain the potent Italian attack.
Israel won't be too adventurous in Udine and will look to catch Italy on the counter-attack. They will also aim to make the most of set-pieces and any laxity in Italian defending.
Head-to-Head: Italy vs Israel
Tradition has it that Italy always outshines Israel in this tie between the two nations, winning three and drawing one in all. Israel is yet to register a victory against the Azzurri. In their last meeting in September 2024, the Italians came top as they defeated Israel away from home 2-1, with goals from Mateo Retegui and Sandro Tonali.
As for goals scored, Italy has scored seven in the last four matches against Israel's two. Given this, Italy will certainly be the favorite coming into this match.
H2H Stats:
Italy Wins: 3
Draws: 1
Israel Wins: 0
Italy Goals: 7
Israel Goals: 2
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Predicted Lineups
Italy
With Lorenzo Pellegrini suspended, at least one change Luciano Spalletti will have to make from the eleven that started in Azzurri's opener. Federico Chiesa is also out injured, meaning Giacomo Raspadori will probably get the nod to partner Mateo Retegui in attack. In the middle, the combination that worked so nicely against Germany, Sandro Tonali and Davide Frattesi, are expected to go on.
Predicted Starting XI (3-5-2):
GK: Gianluigi Donnarumma
Defenders: Giovanni Di Lorenzo, Alessandro Bastoni, Riccardo Calafiori
Midfielders: Andrea Cambiaso, Sandro Tonali, Davide Frattesi, Samuele Ricci, Federico Dimarco Forward: Giacomo Raspadori, Mateo Retegui Israel Ran Ben Shimon will be without several players, as the important Manor Solomon will not play because of a hamstring injury. Also missing is team captain Eli Dasa, which reduces Israel's defending powers. However, Oscar Gloukh and Omri Gandelman will be important midfield performers while Tai Baribo is expected to lead the offense.
Predicted Starting XI (4-2-3-1):
GK: Ofir Marciano
Defenders: Gil Feingold, Eitan Nachmias, Danilo Asprilla, Doron Leidner
Midfielders: Oscar Gloukh, Omri Gandelman, Mohammed Abu Fani, Gabi Kanichowsky
Forwards: Tai Baribo
Match Prediction
With form and home advantage, Italy enters this match as the heavy favorites. Israel's game plan will be to frustrate Italy and look to catch them off guard on the counter-attack. However, given Italy's strong defensive organization and their potent attacking options, it is hard to see Israel coming away with a positive result.
We predict that the Italians will win 2-0. With players like Mateo Retegui and Giacomo Raspadori in form, Italy should have enough firepower to break down Israel's defence.
Prediction: Italy 2-0 Israel
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Betting Tips
Here are some of the best betting tips for the Italy vs Israel clash:
Italy to Win: In such form and with Israel struggling, Italy are complete favorites. Backing an outright win for the Italians does seem a decent option.
Under 2.5 Goals: Even though Italy is strong in attack, Israel will most likely sit back and try to defend. This may make for a low-scoring game, hence Under 2.5 Goals is a good option.
Mateo Retegui to Score Anytime: Retegui has been in fine form for Italy and might be the main man here. A bet on him to score anytime during the match presents good value.
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Conclusion
An interesting match will be the Italian clash with Israel in this Nations League. Italy seeks to extend the unbeaten run, as Israel will try to avoid relegation from the top tier of the Nations League. With the home advantage and a quality squad, Italy are best-placed to take all three points.
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