# UEFA Nations League competition

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/uefa-nations-league-competition
> Updated: 2026-08-25T00:55:05.000Z. Sources: 6. Developments: 2.

The UEFA Nations League is entering a new phase of competition following the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The tournament features high-profile international fixtures scheduled during an extended FIFA international window from September 21 to October 6.

Key matchups include a rematch of the Euro 2024 final between England and Spain, with England hosting the reigning world champions at Wembley. Other significant fixtures include the Netherlands facing Germany, featuring new coaching eras for both sides under Xavi Hernández and Jürgen Klopp. Group A1 is also highlighted by a scheduled clash between France and Italy on October 2.

## Timeline

### 2026-08-25: UEFA Nations League returns with high-profile international fixtures

The UEFA Nations League resumes with high-stakes international fixtures, including Germany vs. Netherlands and England vs. Spain, during an extended FIFA window in late September and early October.

6 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/uefa-nations-league-returns-with-high-profile-international-fixtures

### 2026-08-04: Spain to host England in Nations League showdown at Madrid's Metropolitano

Spain will host England on 15 Nov 2026 at Madrid's Metropolitano in a Nations League decider, with both World Cup semifinalists vying for a Final Four spot.

6 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/spain-to-host-england-at-madrids-metropolitano-in-nations-league

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