Portugal and Spain are the only teams to have guaranteed their places in the UEFA Nations League quarter-finals after collecting four wins from four matches.
The current international break has featured the first four rounds of the competition, clarifying the standings and the possible routes to the last eight. The quarter-finals will determine the teams that progress to the semi-finals.
In the top tier, the two highest-ranked teams in each group qualify automatically for the quarter-finals. The relegation play-offs will involve the two worst third-placed teams and the two best fourth-placed teams, who will compete to avoid relegation. The two lowest-ranked fourth-placed sides will drop automatically to the division below, according to Spanish newspaper AS.
The final two group matches will be played between 12 and 17 November. Once the group stage is complete, the quarter-final draw will take place from 25 to 30 March 2027, with the semi-finals scheduled for 9 to 13 June 2027.
Group A
France lead Group A on 10 points, three clear of second-placed Italy. Belgium sit third with six points, while Turkiye have been eliminated from contention.
Turkiye can no longer realistically challenge for a quarter-final position and would need a miracle even to finish third.
Group B
The tightest group in the competition sees Netherlands and Greece level at the top on eight points apiece.
Germany remain in contention for first place despite having five points, leaving the group finely balanced with two rounds still to play. Serbia, meanwhile, have yet to collect a point and are battling to avoid relegation.
Group C
Spain have dominated Group C, winning all four of their matches during the international break. Their perfect record has already secured a quarter-final place and left them clear at the top.
England are the only side still capable of threatening Spain’s position, with nine points in second place. Croatia occupy third but have no realistic chance of reaching the quarter-finals, while Czech Republic, who have no points, can still avoid relegation.
Group D
Portugal have also guaranteed their place in the quarter-finals after taking a maximum 12 points. However, they have not yet secured top spot in the group.
Denmark are second on six points, while Wales and Norway remain involved in a three-way battle over their final outcome. Their remaining two matches will determine whether they reach the quarter-finals, enter the play-offs or face relegation.
