Spain/Netherlands, Germany/Italy Light Up UEFA Nations League Draw

November 22, (THEWILL) – The UEFA Nations League draw has unveiled a series of compelling quarter-final encounters that promise intense international football competition in 2025. European champions Spain will face the Netherlands, with the winner set to advance to the semi-final stage where they could potentially meet France or Croatia.

The tournament’s knockout phase will see four high-profile matches scheduled for March 2025, including Germany versus Italy and Portugal confronting Denmark. These fixtures represent significant challenges for teams seeking to claim the prestigious Nations League trophy, with previous champions Portugal and France both in contention for further glory.

Spain, who triumphed in the most recent tournament by defeating Croatia on penalties, will hope to maintain their remarkable record in the competition. The quarter-final draw ensures that only the most tactically astute and skilled national teams will progress through the tournament’s demanding knockout stages.

Tournament organisers have confirmed that quarter-final matches will be contested over two legs between March 20-23 next year, with semi-final encounters planned for June 4-5. The final match is scheduled for June 8 at a venue yet to be determined, adding an element of anticipation to the international football calendar.

The draw also included critical play-off matches across various league tiers, with teams such as Belgium, Ukraine, Turkey, and Hungary facing crucial encounters to determine their competitive status.