England to face Spain and Croatia in Nations League
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In an exciting development in European football, the UEFA Nations League has revealed its group stage draws for the 2026-27 season. England is set to face formidable opponents including Spain and Croatia, while Wales will compete in the same group as defending champions Portugal.
Key Highlights
Key Highlights
- England and Wales both achieve promotion to League A
- Scotland gets ready for its first World Cup since 1998
- The new Nations League competition will run from September 2026 to June 2027
- Thomas Tuchel extends his managerial contract with England until Euro 2028
England’s group also includes the Czech Republic, indicating a challenging road ahead. Wales will compete against Denmark and Norway, showcasing a spirited battle through the group stages.
Scotland finds itself in League B alongside Switzerland, Slovenia, and North Macedonia, and is eagerly preparing for its first World Cup appearance in decades. Northern Ireland will face Hungary, Ukraine, and Georgia, while the Republic of Ireland has drawn Israel, Austria, and Kosovo in its group.
The fifth edition of the UEFA Nations League will feature four groups, each composed of four teams in Leagues A, B, and C, with two groups of three teams in League D. Portugal secured their second Nations League trophy over Spain last summer in a nail-biting penalty shootout.
England previously topped its group in the 2018-19 Nations League against these same competitors, with Thomas Tuchel now leading the Three Lions toward possible World Cup triumphs this summer. Tuchel has conveyed his excitement about the Nations League challenge but remains focused on the World Cup mission first.
The Nations League allows each team to play at home and away within their groups, thereby ensuring diverse competition and significant stakes.
