2026/27 UEFA Nations League Preview & Fixtures
The 5th edition of the UEFA Nations League begins tomorrow, Thursday, September 24, 2026. Over three consecutive days, 54 European national teams will open their campaigns across Leagues A through D.
Key Matchday 1 Fixtures
Thursday, September 24
Netherlands vs. Germany — 19:45 WAT
Portugal vs. Wales — 19:45 WAT
Norway vs. Denmark — 19:45 WAT
Austria vs. Israel — 19:45 WAT
Andorra vs. Malta — 18:00 WAT
Friday, September 25
Italy vs. Belgium — 19:45 WAT
Türkiye vs. France — 19:45 WAT
Sweden vs. Romania — 19:45 WAT
Georgia vs. Northern Ireland — 18:00 WAT
Saturday, September 26
England vs. Spain — 19:45 WAT
Czechia vs. Croatia — 19:45 WAT
North Macedonia vs. Switzerland — 19:45 WAT
Slovenia vs. Scotland — 14:00 WAT
Key Tournament Dates
League Phase (Matchdays 1–6): September 24 – November 17, 2026
Quarter-Finals & Play-Offs: March 25–30, 2027
Nations League Finals: June 2027
To see the opening action, check out the UEFA Nations League 2026/27 Matchday 1 Schedule, which highlights the featured international clashes kicking off this week.
