BRUSSELS, Belgium (Interstat) — Italy U23 W came from behind to beat Belgium U23 W 2-1 on Thursday, turning a one-goal deficit into a victory. Belgium U23 W struck first in the 22nd minute and held the lead into halftime. Italy U23 W equalized in the 55th minute and pushed ahead in the 73rd minute with the deciding goal. Belgium U23 W pressed for a late reply but could not find another breakthrough. The result gives Italy U23 W a 1-0 record in this competition and a 1-0 mark across all competitions. Belgium U23 W now stands 0-1 in this competition and 0-1 across all competitions. Italy U23 W managed the closing stages well, limiting Belgium U23 W’s chances and preserving the one-goal margin. The match swung after Belgium U23 W’s strong start, as Italy U23 W found greater control after the break and capitalized on its key second-half opportunities. Belgium U23 W had chances to level the score, but Italy U23 W held firm to secure the road win.