UEFA Nations League Finals 2025: Full Schedule and Key Storylines
The 2024/25 UEFA Nations League reaches its climax this week with the Final Four, featuring football powerhouses Germany, Portugal, Spain, and France. The semi-finals kick off on Wednesday, June 4, leading to the final and third-place play-off on Sunday, June 8. All matches will be held in Germany, with Munich and Stuttgart serving as host cities.
🗓️ Match Schedule
Semi-Finals:
- Germany vs Portugal
- 📍 Venue: Munich Football Arena (Allianz Arena)
- 🕘 Date & Time: Wednesday, June 4 at 21:00 CET
- 📰 Preview: Germany, under coach Julian Nagelsmann, enters the semi-finals unbeaten, showcasing a blend of youth and experience. However, they face injury setbacks with Jonathan Burkardt and Yann Bisseck ruled out, the latter replaced by Thilo Kehrer . Portugal counters with a formidable lineup, including Cristiano Ronaldo, aiming to reclaim the title they won in 2019.
- Spain vs France
- 📍 Venue: Stuttgart Arena
- 🕘 Date & Time: Thursday, June 5 at 21:00 CET
- 📰 Preview: This clash revisits the 2021 final and EURO 2024 semi-final, with Spain seeking to defend their 2023 title. La Roja’s journey included a dramatic quarter-final win over the Netherlands via penalties . France, led by Kylian Mbappé, aims to add another Nations League trophy to their cabinet.
Final & Third-Place Play-Off:
- Third-Place Match
- 📍 Venue: Stuttgart Arena
- 🕒 Date & Time: Sunday, June 8 at 15:00 CET
- Final
- 📍 Venue: Munich Football Arena
- 🕘 Date & Time: Sunday, June 8 at 21:00 CET
⚽ Team News & Insights
- Germany: Goalkeeper Marc-André ter Stegen returns to the starting lineup, emphasizing team unity and focus . Despite injuries, the squad remains optimistic, with Bayern Munich’s Jonathan Tah expected to anchor the defense.
- Portugal: The team boasts a blend of seasoned players and emerging talents, with Cristiano Ronaldo leading the charge. Their attacking prowess will be crucial against Germany’s resilient defense.
- Spain: Spain’s squad features players who have achieved European club success, including Fabián Ruiz (PSG), Pedro Porro (Tottenham), and Marc Cucurella (Chelsea) . Their experience is expected to bolster Spain’s campaign.
- France: With a squad rich in talent, France aims to leverage their depth and experience. Mbappé’s leadership and goal-scoring ability will be pivotal in their semi-final against Spain.
🏟️ Venue Update
The Allianz Arena in Munich, set to host Germany’s semi-final and the final, underwent emergency pitch repairs after damage caused by PSG fans during Champions League celebrations. Stadium officials have confirmed that the pitch will be ready in time for the Nations League matches .
📺 How to Watch
Fans can catch all the action live through UEFA’s official broadcast partners. For detailed viewing options in your region, visit the UEFA Nations League Broadcast
Stay tuned for what promises to be an exhilarating conclusion to the UEFA Nations League 2024/25 season, as Europe’s elite national teams vie for glory.
SPORTS NEWS & TIPS 
Leave a comment