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·28 September 2026
Turkey v Italy: live stream, kick-off, line-ups and Nations League

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·28 September 2026

Turkey and Italy face off on Monday afternoon (28) in a match valid for the 2nd round of Group A1 of League A in the 2026/27 UEFA Nations League. The match will be played at Atatürk Centennial Stadium (Timsah Arena), in Bursa, Turkey, with kickoff at 3:45 PM (Brasília time).
Both teams take the field under pressure as they look for their first points in the tournament. In their opener, Turkey were beaten at home by France 1-0, while Italy were defeated by Belgium 2-0 in Rome. Whoever wins in Bursa will gain momentum in the race for the group’s top two.
Managed by Vincenzo Montella, the Turkish national team is looking to improve its ball possession and be more aggressive playing in front of its home crowd. The team will be without first-choice goalkeeper Uğurcan Çakır, suspended after being sent off in the opener against France, which opens the door for Altay Bayındır to start in goal.
Young Real Madrid midfielder Arda Güler remains the team’s main playmaker and biggest hope for creativity in attack.
After the setback in Rome against Belgium, the Azzurra travel to Turkey determined to bounce back in the competition. Head coach Roberto Mancini is expected to make major changes to the team, with at least five alterations to the starting lineup.
The defensive changes include the introductions of Kayode and Bastoni, while in midfield Barella and Tonali are competing for a spot in the playmaking role alongside Frattesi and Mandragora.
Referee: Michael Oliver (ENG);Assistants: Stuart Burt (ENG) and James Mainwaring (ENG);VAR: Stuart Attwell (ENG);
Match Facts
The match will be played this Monday, September 28, 2026, at 3:45 PM (Brasília time).
The match will be broadcast live on the pay TV channel sportv and on the streaming service Disney+.
The match will take place at Atatürk Centennial Stadium (Timsah Arena), in Bursa, Turkey.
The match will be officiated by English referee Michael Oliver.
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