Aside from adding some much-needed excitement to the frequent international breaks, the UEFA Nations League also opens up an alternative path for teams aiming to qualify for the 2026 World Cup. This tournament serves as a bridge between Euro 2024 and the next World Cup,

Five players have called up to England's squad for November's Nations League internationals after eight withdrew through injury. Aston Villa midfielder Morgan Rogers, West Ham forward Jarrod Bowen, Everton centre-back Jarrad Branthwaite along with Newcastle full-back Tino Livramento and Burnley goalkeeper James Trafford have also been added to interim boss Lee Carsley’s squad.

The Nations League has provided England fans with a mixed bag since its' introduction in 2018. In the first edition, 2018-19, the Three Lions, fresh from a stunning run to the World Cup semi-finals, very nearly went all the way.

Arsenal winger Bukayo Saka and Chelsea’s Cole Palmer are among eight players to have pulled out of the England squad due to injuries. This means they will take no part in England’s UEFA Nations League fixtures this month.