England, Italy, and Ireland secure key Nations League victories with standout performances, while Kylian Mbappe-less France struggles in a goalless draw against Israel. The Nations League returned with some exciting action on Thursday as four games took center stage across Europe.

England put themselves in the driving seat to top their Nations League group as they swept aside Greece 3-0 in Athens. The visitors began the game on the front foot and with their first effort of the game, they took the lead as Noni Madueke pulled the ball across the six yard box to the unmarked Ollie Watkins, who tapped the ball into the net.

England eased past hosts Greece 3-0 in their Nations League match on Thursday to go top of their Group B2 and head into their last matchday against Ireland playing for promotion.