Nations league 2026/27: tournament format, division distribution and road to Euro 2028
The fifth edition of UEFA's Nations League has kicked off. Launched in 2018 as a sporting alternative to friendlies, the tournament maintains a multi-tiered structure with four divisions, including promotion and relegation mechanisms. Beyond the chase for continental silverware, the tournament's results play an essential role in the allocation of playoff spots for the Euro 2028 qualification cycle.