The new-look UEFA Nations League (UNL) group stage is coming to a close, with much more at stake than you might think. In fact, you might say you need a degree in football administration to fully understand the machinations.

The final rounds of Nations League games over the next week will bring the 2026 World Cup sharply into focus in Europe. Standout games include Italy hosting France — who will again be without captain Kylian Mbappé — on Sunday,

BBC Sport looks at what England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland have to play for in the Nations League - and how it ties into the World Cup.