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UEFA changes Nations League format. Qualification for European Championships and World Cups could follow Champions model

SAPO Notícias15 September 2026 at 13:09

UEFA announced changes to the Nations League format, with changes expected to take effect in 2028. Qualification for European Championships and World Cups could start to follow a model similar to the Champions League.

The UEFA Executive Committee, led by Aleksander Ceferin, is currently meeting in Thessaloniki, Greece, to discuss these and other issues related to European football.

During this meeting, the committee has already decided that the 2029 Champions League final will be held at Camp Nou stadium in Barcelona, confirming the choice of location for that competition.

Why this matters

Football fans in Portugal and Europe will be directly affected by these changes, which could change the way national teams qualify for major international competitions. The decision on the new Nations League format is relevant for the entire technical team and players, who will need to adapt to new rules and schedules from 2028 onwards.

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