Greece Drawn with Germany, Netherlands and Serbia in Nations League

Greece has been drawn into a challenging group alongside Germany, the Netherlands and Serbia for the 2026-2027 UEFA Nations League, according to the draw results announced in Brussels. The Greek national team will compete in League A for the first time in its history after securing two consecutive promotions in the competition’s previous editions.

The UEFA Nations League draw places Greece in one of the tournament’s most competitive groups as they make their debut in the top tier. This marks a significant achievement for Greek football, which has steadily climbed through the league system to reach the elite level of European international competition.

Nations League Group Stage Schedule

The group stage will kick off with an extended international window running from September 24 to October 6, 2026. During this period, teams will play multiple matches in a condensed timeframe, requiring careful squad management and tactical preparation from coaches.

According to UEFA, the group stage will conclude in November 2026. Following the completion of group matches, the eight best-performing teams in League A will advance to compete for qualification to the final stage of the competition.

Path to Finals and Competition Format

The quarter-finals are scheduled for March 2027, where the top eight teams from League A will battle for their place in the Nations League finals. This format ensures that only the strongest European national teams progress to the tournament’s concluding stages.

Additionally, Greece will need to navigate matches against three formidable opponents who have rich footballing traditions. Germany and the Netherlands are both former World Cup winners, while Serbia has consistently produced talented players and competitive national teams in recent years.

Cyprus Drawn in League C

Meanwhile, Cyprus will participate in League C of the UEFA Nations League alongside Montenegro, Armenia and either Latvia or Gibraltar. The Cypriot national team faces a different set of challenges as they compete at a lower tier of the competition.

However, League C presents Cyprus with opportunities to secure promotion and advance through the Nations League structure. The draw provides a relatively balanced group that could allow for competitive matches and potential advancement.

Greek Football’s Historic Achievement

Greece’s promotion to League A represents a remarkable turnaround for the national team. The two consecutive promotions demonstrate consistent improvement and strong performances in previous Nations League campaigns.

In contrast to their earlier struggles in international competition, the Greek team has shown renewed strength and tactical discipline. This achievement recalls Greece’s surprising Euro 2004 triumph, though the current team faces the challenge of proving themselves at the highest level of the Nations League.

The competition format allows teams to test themselves against elite opposition while maintaining competitive balance through the league system. For Greece, matches against Germany, the Netherlands and Serbia will provide valuable experience and preparation for future World Cup and European Championship qualifying campaigns.

The full match schedule for the 2026-2027 UEFA Nations League will be announced on Friday, according to UEFA officials. Teams and fans will then know the specific dates and venues for all group stage fixtures, allowing national associations to begin detailed preparations for the campaign ahead.