Women’s Nations League: what’s at stake in the final group games?

The upcoming final window of the inaugural Women’s Nations League group stage is a crucial phase for countries vying for promotion and strategic positioning. In League A, the race for semi-final berths intensifies, while others focus on securing favorable positions for the Euro 2025 qualification phase.

Semi-finalists in League A remain undecided, keeping European teams’ participation in the next summer’s Olympics uncertain. The finalists will earn qualification for the Paris Games, with a potential spot for the third-place team if France qualifies. Team GB relies on England’s performance for qualification.

Relegation battles also add intrigue, determining which teams will avoid the drop, enter playoffs, or have an unexpected break during the February international break.

In Group 1 of League A, England faces a challenging situation, needing results to avoid relegation and qualify for Paris 2024. Belgium’s impressive form puts them in contention for a semi-final place. In Group 2, France looks poised to progress, while Portugal and Norway’s clash is crucial for avoiding automatic relegation.

Group 3 sees Germany and Denmark competing for qualification, while Wales aims to escape automatic relegation. Spain, the World Cup winners, are on the brink of progression in Group 4, with Switzerland facing relegation concerns.

In League B, Republic of Ireland has secured top position in Group 1. Finland, Poland, and Bosnia-Herzegovina are in contention for first place in their respective groups, with the top finishers earning a spot in Euro 2025 qualification.

League C witnesses Turkey’s promotion in Group 2, Malta eyeing promotion in Group 1, and competitive races in Groups 3, 4, and 5. The top three runners-up will enter playoffs for a chance at a higher-tier spot in European qualification.

As the final two games approach, the competition intensifies across all leagues, adding excitement and suspense to the conclusion of the Women’s Nations League group stage.