Nations League action highlights and results

The UEFA Nations League continued its schedule with several high-stakes matches across all leagues. In League A, France secured a 1-0 victory over Turkey in Zinedine Zidane’s debut as coach, while Belgium defeated Italy 2-0. League B saw Northern Ireland beat Georgia 1-0, Ukraine edge out Hungary 1-0, Sweden defeat Romania 2-1, and Poland draw 0-0 with Bosnia and Herzegovina. In League C, Armenia beat Latvia 2-0 and Montenegro won 2-1 against Cyprus.

These matches are part of a transitional cycle leading to the 2028-29 season, which will feature a revised structure of three leagues instead of the current four. UEFA has adjusted promotion and relegation rules to facilitate this change. Under the current format for League A, the top two teams from each group qualify for the quarterfinals, while the best third-placed teams maintain their status. The tournament serves as a crucial stage for teams seeking promotion and qualification paths toward future major tournaments like the EURO 2028.

The competition continues with further fixtures involving teams such as England, Spain, Croatia, and the Czech Republic. Officials and teams remain focused on the competitive balance as they navigate the revised promotion and relegation playoffs.