Italy and Netherland go at each other in the UEFA Nations League this Wednesday. Fans will certainly be looking forward to this high-octane encounter between the top two favourites in League A4.

The Oranje have gotten the better of the Azurri only once in nine games. With the Italians winning five and the remaining three ending in stalemates, it is clear they have a much better record in meetings between both sides. The most recent game ended in a narrow 1-0 win for Mancini's side. Neutral fans will certainly hope for a more lively encounter at the Gewiss Stadium.

Tough start for Frank de Boer

Following the appointment of Koeman at Barcelona, the Dutch FA turned to another former Dutch international in-person of Frank de Boer. It hasn't been an impressive start to life for the former defender with his squad still in search of their first win after two games played. They failed to breach the Bosnia and Herzegovina defence last time out as both sides play out a 0-0 draw. The Dutch supporters will tune into this game hoping their team will try to give them reasons to cheer for this one.

Mancini's run continues

Roberto Mancini and his troops are heading into this game looking to stretch their unbeaten run to 18 games. Consequently, they would be keen on maintaining their stand at the top of League A1 as they lead the way, just one point ahead of the Netherlands and Poland.

Just like their opponents, they failed to break the deadlock in their previous game against Poland. As a result, they had to share the spoils with the Poles and if not for the Dutch's slip-up, they wouldn't be atop the table heading into this game.

Italy vs Netherlands Team News

Italy possible starting XI:

Donnarumma; D'Ambrosio, Bonucci, Chiellini, Emerson; Barella, Jorginho, Verratti; Sensi, Chiesa, Immobile

Netherlands possible starting XI:

Cillessen; Hateboer, Ake, Van Dijk, Blind; de Jong, de Roon; Babel, Promes; de Jong, Malen

Italy vs Netherlands Prediction: 1-0

The Dutch are understandably not as good as they were under Koeman taking into account their recent performances. Also, coupled with the absence of Memphis Depay, they also lack that attacking potency they normally have. With the Italians heading into this game after a long unbeaten run, we believe punters will find value backing the home side.