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England on brink of Nations League quarters
11 Nov
Summary
- England needs one point in two games to reach quarter-finals.
- Nations League format changing for 2028-2029 cycle.
- Euro 2028 qualifying seeding influenced by Nations League ranking.
England is poised to qualify for the 2026-27 Nations League quarter-finals. Sitting second in Group A3, Thomas Tuchel's squad requires only one point from their final two November matches against Croatia and Spain to secure a place in the last eight.
The Nations League knockout stages, starting in March 2027, will feature the top two teams from each League A group. Notably, the tournament's format will undergo significant changes for the 2028-2029 cycle, with the introduction of three larger leagues and the discontinuation of League D.
Beyond the immediate quarter-final race, this Nations League campaign carries substantial weight for Euro 2028 qualifying. Nations will be ranked based on their performance, directly affecting seeding for the 2028 European Championships, which will be co-hosted by England, Scotland, Wales, and the Republic of Ireland.
