Nations League Predictions

Slovenia

Slovenia

Prediction:
1-1

Match Time & Date:

6 September 2024

19:45

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Austria

Austria

Stadion Stozice will be the centre of attention when Slovenia and Austria lock horns in the UEFA Nations League encounter. Slovenia did well to book their place in the EURO 2024 last 16, but Portugal eventually proved to be a big catch for Jan Oblak and Co. Matjaz Kek’s troops now aim to kickstart their Nations League campaign in style and they are likely to go all guns bl ... Read More...

This match will be played on 6 September 2024 at 19:45

Kosovo

Kosovo

Prediction:
1-0

Match Time & Date:

6 September 2024

19:45

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Romania

Romania

Sparkles will be flying when Kosovo and Romania square off against each other at Stadiumi Fadil Vokrri on Friday evening. The two teams faced each other in some very tensed clashes in the past and yet another exciting encounter is on the cards. The likes of Edon Zhegrova (Lille), Milot Rashica (Besiktas), and Vedat Muriqi (Mallorca) are the most notable players in the home t ... Read More...

This match will be played on 6 September 2024 at 19:45

Iceland

Iceland

Prediction:
1-0

Match Time & Date:

6 September 2024

19:45

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Montenegro

Montenegro

Iceland kickstart their UEFA Nations League campaign with a home game against Montenegro. Iceland did well to beat star-studded England in a June friendly, but Netherlands proved to be a big catch for them at De Kuip. A man to watch in the home team will be talented midfielder Hakon Haraldsson, who has established himself as one of the best Lille players. Gent attacker Andri ... Read More...

This match will be played on 6 September 2024 at 19:45

France

France

Prediction:
2-0

Match Time & Date:

6 September 2024

19:45

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Italy

Italy

There will be fireworks when France and Italy square off against each other at Parc des Princes in the Nations League A Group 2 derby. Les Tricolores did well to make it to the EURO 2024 semis, but Spain eventually proved to be a big catch for Didier Deschamps’ troops. The 55-year-old tactician, who is still in charge of the France national team, can’t count on the likes ... Read More...

This match will be played on 6 September 2024 at 19:45

Belgium

Belgium

Prediction:
2-1

Match Time & Date:

6 September 2024

19:45

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Israel

Israel

Belgium will be aiming to make a flying start to their UEFA Nations League campaign when they face Israel at Nagyerdei Stadion. The Belgians were not at their sharpest at EURO 2024 and, no doubt, they want to make amends for the unsuccessful campaign. Julien Duranville has earned his first cap for the Belgian national team, while Romelu Lukaku has been left out of the squad. ... Read More...

This match will be played on 6 September 2024 at 19:45

Lithuania

Lithuania

Prediction:
1-1

Match Time & Date:

6 September 2024

17:00

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Cyprus

Cyprus

Lithuania will be aiming to kick off their Nations League campaign in great manner when they take on Cyprus at S. Dariaus ir S. Girėno stadionas. Lithuania failed to impress in the EURO 2024 qualifiers, with the team collecting only six points in the process, but they are surely capable of matching Cyprus in front of home fans. Edgaras Jankauskas’ men are tough to beat at ... Read More...

This match will be played on 6 September 2024 at 17:00

Kazakhstan

Kazakhstan

Prediction:
1-3

Match Time & Date:

6 September 2024

15:00

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Norway

Norway

Almaty Central Stadium will host Friday’s Nations League game between Kazakhstan and Norway, the two teams who meet for the first time in the competition. Kazakhstan aim to put an end to their four-game losing run in all competitions, but they will have a mountain to climb in their opener. As important attacker Maksim Samorodov misses out with injury, home win should not b ... Read More...

This match will be played on 6 September 2024 at 15:00

Serbia

Serbia

Prediction:
1-2

Match Time & Date:

5 September 2024

19:45

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Spain

Spain

Spain will be looking to kickstart their UEFA Nations League campaign in style when they take on Serbia at Stadion Rajko Mitic on Thursday. La Roja did well to win the European Championship finals, but they have big ambitions for the Nations League as well. Both Alvaro Morata and Rodri are banned for the match, while Sevilla right-back Jesus Navas has retired from the nation ... Read More...

This match will be played on 5 September 2024 at 19:45

Scotland

Scotland

Prediction:
1-1

Match Time & Date:

5 September 2024

19:45

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Poland

Poland

There will be fireworks when Scotland and Poland face each other at Hampden Park in what is expected to be a close Nations League encounter. Scotland aim to recover from a heart-breaking loss to Hungary and, as always, they will surely leave their hearts on the field. QPR striker Lyndon Dykes is back to contention after missing EURO 2024 with injury, with Rangers defender Jo ... Read More...

This match will be played on 5 September 2024 at 19:45

San Marino

San Marino

Prediction:
0-1

Match Time & Date:

5 September 2024

19:45

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Liechtenstein

Liechtenstein

San Marino will look to recover from a heavy 4-1 loss to Cyprus when they take on Liechtenstein in their Nations League opener. San Marino are once again expected to serve as a cannon fodder for their rivals in Group 1, but one thing is for sure, the minnows will, as always, leave their hearts on the field. There are no fresh injury worries in the home team ahead of Thursday ... Read More...

This match will be played on 5 September 2024 at 19:45

Portugal

Portugal

Prediction:
2-1

Match Time & Date:

5 September 2024

19:45

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Croatia

Croatia

Estadio da Luz will be the centre of attention when Portugal and Croatia lock horns in an eagerly-awaited Nations League game. Portugal aim to recover from the EURO 2024 defeat to France and they are seen as favourites to pick up all three points from Thursday’s encounter. Veteran Cristiano Ronaldo made the cut as well as star players Bruno Fernandes, Bernardo Silva, and J ... Read More...

This match will be played on 5 September 2024 at 19:45

Northern Ireland

Northern Ireland

Prediction:
1-1

Match Time & Date:

5 September 2024

19:45

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Luxembourg

Luxembourg

Northern Ireland play host to Luxembourg at their Windsor Park in what is expected to be an interesting UEFA Nations League game. The Green and White Army missed out on a spot at EURO 2024 and, no doubt, they have big ambitions for the new Nations League campaign. Kilmarnock midfielder Brad Lyons is back from injury, but both Jamie Reid and Conor McMenamin miss out this time ... Read More...

This match will be played on 5 September 2024 at 19:45

Estonia

Estonia

Prediction:
0-1

Match Time & Date:

5 September 2024

19:45

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Slovakia

Slovakia

Slovakia will try to make a flying start to their UEFA Nations League campaign when they face Estonia at A. Le Coq Arena on Thursday evening. The Slovaks were producing fine displays at the EURO 2024, with the team almost eliminating England in the last 16 and is no wonder the bookies see them as favourites to win their Nations League opener. As Francesco Calzona can count o ... Read More...

This match will be played on 5 September 2024 at 19:45

Denmark

Denmark

Prediction:
1-1

Match Time & Date:

5 September 2024

19:45

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Switzerland

Switzerland

Parken Stadium will be packed when Denmark and Switzerland go head to head in a highly-anticipated UEFA Nations League game. Denmark aim to make amends for the unsuccessful EURO 2024 campaign and they are likely to fight tooth and nail against the Rossocrociati. Interim boss Lars Knudsen has omitted Brentford midfielder Mathias Jensen, while all Christian Eriksen, Pierre Emi ... Read More...

This match will be played on 5 September 2024 at 19:45

Belarus

Belarus

Prediction:
0-1

Match Time & Date:

5 September 2024

19:45

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Bulgaria

Bulgaria

Thursday’s football game at ZTE Arena (neutral location) pits together Belarus and Bulgaria, the two teams who have not met in a competitive match since June 2017. Back then Belarus defeated Bulgaria 2-1, but Ilian Iliev’s men are seen as favourites to win the Nations League game. A man to keep an eye on in the away team will be PAOK forward Kiril Despodov.

Belar ... Read More...

This match will be played on 5 September 2024 at 19:45

Azerbaijan

Azerbaijan

Prediction:
1-3

Match Time & Date:

5 September 2024

17:00

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Sweden

Sweden

Tofiq Bahramov Stadium will host Thursday’s Nations League game between Azerbaijan and Sweden, the two teams who were involved in some high-scoring games in the past. Last time out Azerbaijan crushed Sweden 3-0 in Baku, meaning that the visitors are hungry for revenge. As both Dejan Kulusevski and Alexander Isak made the cut, away win should be considered this time out. Ne ... Read More...

This match will be played on 5 September 2024 at 17:00

Lithuania

Lithuania

Prediction:
2-0

Match Time & Date:

26 March 2024

17:00

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Gibraltar

Gibraltar

Lithuania will be aiming to defend their slim lead in the Nations League double-header with Gibraltar when the two teams face each other in Kaunas on Tuesday afternoon. The Lithuanians won the first leg 1-0 thanks to Armandas Kucys’ goal and, as a result, the 21-year-old forward is widely expected to return to the starting XI. Experienced defender Edvinas Girdvainis misses ... Read More...

This match will be played on 26 March 2024 at 17:00

USA

USA

Prediction:
1-1

Match Time & Date:

25 March 2024

01:15

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Mexico

Mexico

All eyes will be on AT&T Stadium when USA and Mexico square off against each other in the CONCACAF Nations League final. USA survived Jamaica in the semis, with the Yanks scoring a late equalizer in the regular time and, no doubt, they face a difficult task in the title game. Coventry City attacker Haji Wright, who scored a brace in the extra-time against the Reggae Boyz, is ... Read More...

This match will be played on 25 March 2024 at 01:15

Panama

Panama

Prediction:
0-1

Match Time & Date:

22 March 2024

02:15

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Mexico

Mexico

Expect an electrifying atmosphere at AT&T Stadium as Panama and Mexico go head to head in the CONCACAF Nations League semis. Los Canaleros are eyeing their seventh consecutive win in all competitions, but they will have a big fish to fry against El Tri. The likes of Eduardo Guerrero, Cesar Yanis, and Michael Amir Murillo have been left out of the squad, with Roderick Miller, ... Read More...

This match will be played on 22 March 2024 at 02:15

USA

USA

Prediction:
2-1

Match Time & Date:

21 March 2024

23:00

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Jamaica

Jamaica

A place in the CONCACAF Nations League final will be at stake when United States of America and Jamaica lock horns at AT&T Stadium on Thursday evening. The Yankees are seen as favourites to win this match, but they will have to prove their worth on the field. Fit-again Tyler Adams of Bournemouth is unlikely to start despite making the cut, but all Weston McKennie, Christian ... Read More...

This match will be played on 21 March 2024 at 23:00

Gibraltar

Gibraltar

Prediction:
0-2

Match Time & Date:

21 March 2024

19:45

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Lithuania

Lithuania

A spot in the Nations League C will be at stake when Gibraltar and Lithuania face each other in a highly-anticipated double-header. Gibraltar failed to impress in the EURO 2024 qualifiers, with the team losing each of their eight group games and, as a result, they are seen as underdogs in Thursday’s encounter.

The Lithuanians, on the other hand, aim to make amends ... Read More...

This match will be played on 21 March 2024 at 19:45

Croatia

Croatia

Prediction:
1-1

Match Time & Date:

18 June 2023

19:45

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Spain

Spain

The ground at De Kuip will shake when Croatia and Spain square off against each other in the UEFA Nations League final on Sunday evening. Croatia set up a meeting with Spain by beating Netherlands after extra-time, with Real Madrid midfielder Luka Modric once again proving his worth. Leipzig defender Josko Guardiol has been ruled out with injury, while Torino midfielder Niko ... Read More...

This match will be played on 18 June 2023 at 19:45

Netherlands

Netherlands

Prediction:
2-1

Match Time & Date:

18 June 2023

14:00

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Italy

Italy

Nations League bronze medal will be at stake when Netherlands and Italy face each other at De Grolsch Veste on Sunday afternoon. Netherlands failed to impress in a 4-2 loss to Croatia, with the team experiencing all sorts of problems at the back, but they are still seen as favourites to beat the Azzurri in front of home fans. Memphis Depay has been ruled out with injury, whi ... Read More...

This match will be played on 18 June 2023 at 14:00

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5 October 2026 • 09:42 UTC • 1 min read
Nations League Predictions

Nations League Betting Tips

Below you’ll find our weekly Nations League tips across the most popular football betting markets, including Correct Score, Both Teams to Score (BTTS), Over/Under 2.5 Goals, Total Shots on Target, and Match Result. Our football predictions draw on team form, tactical approaches, and player performance data from recent international competitions, providing data-driven insights for every Nations League fixture throughout the tournament.

Nations League Betting Tips

MatchBetting tips
MoldovaMoldovaSlovakiaSlovakia06/10/2026, 19:45
  • Correct Score: 0-2
  • BTTS: No
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 4.5
  • Match Result: Away Win
LuxembourgLuxembourgBulgariaBulgaria06/10/2026, 19:45
  • Correct Score: 1-1
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 4.5
  • Match Result: Draw
EstoniaEstoniaIcelandIceland06/10/2026, 19:45
  • Correct Score: 1-2
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 7.5
  • Match Result: Away Win
BelarusBelarusFinlandFinland06/10/2026, 19:45
  • Correct Score: 1-1
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 4.5
  • Match Result: Draw
AlbaniaAlbaniaSan MarinoSan Marino06/10/2026, 19:45
  • Correct Score: 4-0
  • BTTS: No
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 9.5
  • Match Result: Home Win

Nations League Betting Stats and Data

Nations League Betting Stats and Data
Our Nations League football betting tips are grounded in detailed statistical analysis from recent editions of UEFA’s international competition. This research examines trends in home advantage, average goals per match, and Both Teams to Score percentages across all divisions and stages. Prioritising consistency over short-term results, our football predictions give bettors a reliable, data-driven framework for identifying value throughout the Nations League campaign.

Nations League Stats (2026/2027)

Team Type Average Goals Scored
Home Teams 1.22
Away Teams 1.24
Total (Combined) 2.46
36.6 min/Goal (256 Goals in 104 matches)
67% Clean Sheets (70 times out of 104 matches)
46% Both Teams Scored (48 times out of 104 matches)
Outcome (Full-Time Result) % of Matches
Home Win 38%
Draw 27%
Away Win 35%
Goals % of Matches Over
Over 0.5 87%
Over 1.5 72%
Over 2.5 50%
Over 3.5 20%
Over 4.5 11%
Goals % of Matches Under
Under 0.5 13%
Under 1.5 28%
Under 2.5 50%
Under 3.5 80%
Under 4.5 89%
UEFA Nations League Match Stats (2026/2027)
Shots Per Match 25.91
Shots / Match (Home) 13.72
Shots / Match (Away) 12.19
Fouls Per Match 24.04
Fouls / Match (Home) 11.6
Fouls / Match (Away) 12.44
Offsides Per Match 3.01
Players Participated 1465

Nations League Results

Date Match
04/10/2026, 18:45 Wales 0 - 1 Denmark
04/10/2026, 18:45 Greece 0 - 0 Germany
04/10/2026, 18:45 Portugal 2 - 1 Norway
04/10/2026, 18:45 Netherlands 2 - 1 Serbia
05/10/2026, 18:45 France 4 - 1 Belgium
05/10/2026, 18:45 Italy 3 - 1 Turkey
06/10/2026, 18:45 Croatia 1 - 2 Spain
06/10/2026, 18:45 England 3 - 0 Czech Republic

Nations League Fixtures

Date Match
12/11/2026, 17:00 Turkey - Belgium
12/11/2026, 19:45 Italy - France
12/11/2026, 19:45 England - Croatia
12/11/2026, 19:45 Czech Republic - Spain
13/11/2026, 19:45 Serbia - Germany
13/11/2026, 19:45 Netherlands - Greece
14/11/2026, 17:00 Norway - Wales
14/11/2026, 19:45 Portugal - Denmark

What are Nations League Predictions?

Nations League predictions are data-supported assessments of the most likely outcomes across UEFA’s tiered international tournament. These forecasts include long-term markets such as potential group winners and finalists, as well as match-focused bets like Correct Score and Over/Under 2.5 Goals. By combining historical statistics with current form, squad rotation trends, and tactical approaches, our Nations League predictions help bettors navigate the unique dynamics of a competition where national pride, promotion battles, and tournament qualification are all on the line.

How are Nations League Predictions determined?

Our analysts develop accurate Nations League predictions through a step-by-step process that integrates statistical modelling, squad assessment, and betting market evaluation. This predictive method reflects the specific dynamics of UEFA’s Nations League, where promotion and relegation battles, varying team priorities, and condensed match schedules make data-driven betting tips essential for punters.

The 3 main steps behind our Nations League predictions are as follows.

  • Evaluating national team form and competition history
  • Assessing squad rotation and managerial approach
  • Comparing insights with bookmaker odds
  1. Evaluating national team form and competition history. The first step in producing reliable Nations League predictions focuses on each nation’s historical record within the tournament’s league structure. Our analysts review data such as win rates, goal averages, and home advantage patterns from previous campaigns to identify performance trends across different tiers.
  2. Assessing squad rotation and managerial approach. Once statistical patterns are identified, the second step of producing accurate Nations League predictions involves examining how managers handle squad selection and tactical balance during the international window. Understanding these differing motivations helps us forecast intensity levels, goal potential, and likely outcomes for each matchday across the Nations League competition.
  3. Comparing insights with bookmaker odds. The final step in shaping bankable Nations League predictions aligns analytical findings with the current betting markets to pinpoint value opportunities. Since the Nations League features contrasting team objectives and rapid scheduling, odds often fluctuate sharply after line-ups or injury reports are released. Our analysts monitor these fluctuations and compare them with our internal data models, ensuring each Nations League prediction combines statistical accuracy with real-world betting value.

When are Nations League Predictions released?

Our UEFA Nations League predictions are released every Monday at 12:00 London Time, ensuring early access to forecasts ahead of each matchweek. For midweek fixtures, predictions are published shortly after the previous round concludes, typically around the same hour. Each Nations League forecast is carefully reviewed and verified before publication to maintain accuracy and reliability.

What are the most appealing Betting Markets to bet on for the Nations League?

The most appealing betting markets for the Nations League are Home Wins, Over 1.5 Goals, and Clean Sheets. These three options combine reliability with solid statistical backing, making them suitable for bettors who prefer consistent, data-driven selections over higher-risk outcomes.

What are the most appealing Betting Markets to bet on for the Nations League

More information about the 3 best markets to bet on for the UEFA Nations League is given below.

  • Home Wins. Home wins are one of the best markets to bet on in the Nations League due to the steady advantage teams maintain when playing on familiar ground. Across the last four editions, home victories have accounted for between 38% and 49% of all results, compared with 23–29% draws and 27–34% away wins. The clear edge for home wins confirms that crowd influence and comfort in home conditions still play a decisive role even in international competitions.
  • Over 1.5 Goals. The Over 1.5 Goals market remains one of the best options to bet on in the Nations League, thanks to its strong consistency and high strike rate across all seasons. Scoring rates have stayed impressive, with 65% of Nations League matches surpassing the 1.5-goal line in 2020/21, rising to 76% in 2022/23 and remaining high at 74% in 2024/25. The mix of attacking depth and technical quality across national teams ensures frequent scoring opportunities, making Over 1.5 Goals one of the most appealing markets for Nations League bettors seeking steady, moderate-risk returns.
  • Clean Sheets. Clean sheets are one of the best markets to bet on in the Nations League because defensive strength continues to define much of the competition’s balance. The percentage of Nations League matches ending with at least one clean sheet has ranged from 56% to 70%, reaching 62% in the 2024/25 season. This trend shows how established teams such as Spain and England often dominate possession and restrict opponents while smaller nations approach games conservatively to protect results.

The table below summarises the performance of these metrics across the last four Nations League seasons.

Season Home Wins Draws Away Wins Over 1.5 Goals Clean Sheets Avg. Goals per Match
2018/19 49% 24% 27% 75% 70% 2.41
2020/21 38% 29% 33% 65% 68% 2.28
2022/23 43% 23% 34% 76% 56% 2.62
2024/25 45% 24% 31% 74% 62% 2.72

Nations League Season Guide

The 2026/27 Nations League marks the fifth edition of the international tournament organised by the Union of European Football Associations (UEFA). The next season of the Nations League competition will run from September 2026 to March 2028, covering the league phase, quarter-finals, promotion and relegation play-offs, and the Nations League Finals. Portugal enter as the Nations League defending champions after winning the 2025 tournament, while this edition will again link to UEFA Euro 2028 qualifying.

What Is the Format of the Nations League 2026/27 Season?

The format of the Nations League divides UEFA’s national teams into four leagues, which are A, B, C, and D. Leagues A, B, and C each include sixteen teams split into four groups of four, while League D features six teams divided into two groups of three. Teams taking part in the Nations League play home-and-away matches within their group between September and November 2026, except League D sides, who play four matches.

In League A of the Nations League, group winners and runners-up advance to the quarter-finals, played over two legs in March 2027. The four winners then contest the Nations League Finals in June 2027, featuring semi-finals, a third-place play-off, and a final hosted by one of the four qualified nations.

In the lower leagues, group winners in Leagues B, C, and D are promoted, while the bottom teams in Leagues A and B are relegated. In League C, the two lowest-ranked teams are relegated automatically, with promotion and relegation play-offs determining the final spots between Leagues C and D. This structure mirrors the promotion and relegation system used in domestic leagues ensuring competitive balance and year-on-year progression across all divisions.

What are the Start & End Dates for the Nations League 2026/27?

The 2026/27 Nations League starts on 23 September 2026 and ends on 28 March 2028. The league phase of UEFA’s Nation League competition runs from 23 September to 16 November 2026, followed by the League A quarter-finals and League A/B and B/C play-offs from 25 to 30 March 2027. The Nations League Finals are scheduled for 7 to 15 June 2027, while the League C/D play-offs conclude the competition between 23 and 28 March 2028.

How are Nations League Fixtures Built Up?

Nations League fixtures are built up by UEFA based on rankings from the 2024/25 edition, which determine the seeding for each league and group. Teams taking part in the Nations League tournament face each opponent twice in a home-and-away round-robin format, ensuring balanced competition. Quarter-finals and promotion/relegation play-offs are scheduled after the group stage, with higher-ranked teams hosting the second leg. Semi-final pairings for the Nations League Finals are decided by draw, and the host nation (usually one of the finalists) is selected by the UEFA Executive Committee.

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