The 2026/27 UEFA Nations League starts on Thursday, with several big matches lined up across the first four matchdays.
Read on as we look at five big matches you should watch out for.
Netherlands vs Germany – September 24
The Netherlands, under new head coach Xavi Hernandez, take on Jurgen Klopp’s new-look Germany side on Thursday.
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The Die Mannschaft hold the better head-to-head record, winning 18, losing 12 and draw 18 of their previous 48 matches.
The last Nations League fixture between them was in the 2024/25 when Germany prevailed 1-0, with Jamie Leweling scoring the decisive goal.
Roberto Mancini begins his second reign as Italy boss when they take on Belgium at Stadio Olimpico.
The Azzurri are looking to put their World Cup disappointment behind them, while the Red Devils will be looking to build on their improved display at the World Cup under new coach Mark van Bommel.
Italy won 1-0 in their last meeting in this competition.
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Turkey vs France – September 25
Turkey endured a difficult campaign at the World Cup, getting knocked out of the group stage.
Meanwhile, France finished fourth after losing to England in a 10-goal thriller. This marks Zinedine Zidane’s match in charge of the Blues.
Friday’s meeting is the first between the two sides in the competition.
Injury-hit England face Spain for the first time since the 2024 European Championship final.
Spain are unbeaten in their last 38 matches, having not lost since March 2024, making the Three Lions’ task more difficult.
England won 3-2 in their last meeting with Spain in the Nations League.
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Belgium vs France — September 28
Van Bommel will be hoping to mark his home debut as Belgium’s head coach when they take on Zidane’s charges at the King Baudouin Stadium in Brussels.
The Red Devils have lost each of their last five matches against France, including their last three Nations League matches.
Belgium have not beaten France at home since a World Cup qualifier in 1981.
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