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**HALF-TIME: Belgium 0-1 Italy** After an encouraging beginning, the match reignited when Arianna Caruso scored for Italy just before the break. Belgium still has ample opportunity to respond in the second half.
**45+1 min: Goal Confirmed** The goal is upheld as Caruso deftly turned just outside the box and curled a stunning shot into the top-left corner.
**45 min: VAR Check** A potential handball in the buildup prompts a VAR review, but ultimately the goal stands.
**42 min: Near Miss for Belgium** Belgium had a significant opportunity when Deloose delivered a brilliant through ball to Wullaert in the box, but her shot narrowly missed the target after she initially scuffed her attempt.
**36 min: Italy’s Attempt** Cantore fires from inside the area, but a deflection makes it an easy save for Lichtfus.
**33 min: Booking** Di Guglielmo is cautioned for a foul on Deloose as Italy struggles to maintain control of the midfield.
**29 min: Belgium’s Set Piece** Belgium failed to capitalize on a corner as Italy successfully cleared their lines.
**25 min: Missed Opportunity** A long pass by the Belgian defense found Eurlings, but her effort to shoot from distance went wide.
**18 min: Italy’s Corner Wasted** Italy squandered a corner when Boattin’s cross hit the side netting instead of finding a teammate.
**First Yellow Card** Giugliano earned the match’s first yellow as the players jostled for position.
**Match Overview** Both teams have showcased a high-tempo encounter so far, creating chances but struggling to find a clear finish. The picturesque Stade Tourbillon provides a stunning backdrop as they compete.
**Moment of Silence** Before kick-off, both teams observed a moment of silence in memory of Diogo Jota and his brother, André Silva, who tragically lost their lives in a car accident earlier today. Jota, a Liverpool forward, was just married and leaves behind three young children. His loss resonates deeply within the football community.
**Team Line-ups** Belgium’s starters include Lichtfus, Deloose, Cayman, Tysiak, Janssens, Vanhaevermaet, Teulings, Eurlings, Toloba, and Wullaert (C). Italy counters with Giuliani, Lenzini, Salvai, Linari, Di Guglielmo, Cantore, Giugliano, Severini, Boattin, Caruso, and Girelli (C).
