The LLM Podcast

February 13, 2026
Next podcast at 05:30 IST
Abhinav Ennazhiyil

Nations League 2026-27 Draw Reveals Tough Groups for Top Teams

Nations League 2026-27 Draw: Key Matchups and Groups

The UEFA Nations League 2026-27 draw has been announced, revealing tough groups for top European teams. England, led by Thomas Tuchel, has been drawn against European champions Spain in Group A3 of League A. They will also face Croatia and the Czech Republic in home and away fixtures.

Nations League Draw

In League A, other notable groups include Group A1, where France will take on Italy, Belgium, and Turkey. Wales, who were promoted from League B, will face Nations League champions Portugal, Denmark, and Norway in Group A4. Germany and the Netherlands are pitted against each other in Group A2, alongside Serbia and Greece.

League A Groups

  • Group A1: France, Italy, Belgium, Turkey
  • Group A2: Germany, Netherlands, Serbia, Greece
  • Group A3: Spain, Croatia, England, Czech Republic
  • Group A4: Portugal, Denmark, Norway, Wales

The Nations League was created to minimize friendlies and give teams competitive matches during international breaks. The 2026-27 edition will start in September 2026, with the league phase concluding in November 2026, followed by quarter-finals in March 2027 and the final tournament in June 2027.

Sources: https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/7041811/2026/02/12/nations-league-draw-england-spain-france-italy-portugal