The UEFA Nations League has returned for the 2024/25 season, with a new set of fixtures and high expectations. England and the Republic of Ireland have been drawn together in Group B2, setting up a highly anticipated matchup. Meanwhile, Scotland will compete in League A for the first time, having been promoted after topping Group B1 in the previous season. The tournament aims to replace unpopular friendlies with meaningful fixtures and offers a path to European qualification for the 2026 World Cup