Wikipedia - UEFA Nations League

The UEFA Nations League is an international European football competition played by the senior men's national teams of the member associations of UEFA, the sport's European governing body. The competition was devised to increase revenue under the guise of minimizing friendlies and giving nations competitive encounters with equally ranked teams. Teams from all the European associations compete in a league structure featuring promotion and relegation.

The first tournament was in September 2018, with the four group winners from League A qualifying for the first finals, played in Portugal in June 2019. The host team, Portugal defeated the Netherlands in the final to become the inaugural competition winners. In 2021 France won the trophy by beating Spain in the host country, and Italy achieved 3rd place by beating Belgium. In the 2023 tournament, Spain won by beating Croatia on penalties. The current champions are Portugal, who defeated holders Spain in the 2025 final to secure their second title.

The UEFA Nations League is a prestigious international soccer competition organized by the Union of European Football Associations (UEFA). Launched in 2018, it aims to replace traditional friendly matches with competitive fixtures among European national teams. The tournament features teams divided into leagues based on their rankings, with promotion and relegation between divisions. It provides a dynamic platform for nations to showcase their talent, improve rankings, and qualify for major tournaments like the UEFA European Championship and the FIFA World Cup. Known for its exciting format and high-stakes matches, the UEFA Nations League has quickly become a highlight of the international football calendar, fostering competitive spirit and national pride across Europe.