The UEFA Nations League continues today, Thursday, October 1, 2026, with eight matches scheduled across Europe as the 2026-27 competition moves through its league phase.
Thursday’s schedule features several major League A matchups, including Germany vs. Serbia, Greece vs. Netherlands, Denmark vs. Portugal and Wales vs. Norway. Matches are also scheduled in Leagues B and D.
Here is the complete UEFA Nations League schedule for today, including kickoff times in Eastern Time (ET).
UEFA Nations League Games Today – October 1, 2026
| Time (ET) | Match | League / Group |
|---|---|---|
| 12:00 PM | Azerbaijan vs. Liechtenstein | League D, Group 2 |
| 2:45 PM | Germany vs. Serbia | League A, Group 2 |
| 2:45 PM | Greece vs. Netherlands | League A, Group 2 |
| 2:45 PM | Denmark vs. Portugal | League A, Group 4 |
| 2:45 PM | Wales vs. Norway | League A, Group 4 |
| 2:45 PM | Israel vs. Kosovo | League B, Group 3 |
| 2:45 PM | Republic of Ireland vs. Austria | League B, Group 3 |
| 2:45 PM | Malta vs. Gibraltar | League D, Group 1 |
All times are Eastern Time (ET).
Germany vs. Serbia
One of the biggest matches on Thursday’s schedule features Germany hosting Serbia in League A, Group 2.
Germany will be looking to collect another important result in a competitive group, while Serbia has an opportunity to strengthen its position against one of European soccer’s traditional powers.
Kickoff: 2:45 PM ET
Greece vs. Netherlands
Greece vs. Netherlands is the other League A, Group 2 contest scheduled for Thursday.
With every point potentially important in determining group positioning, this matchup could have significant implications later in the Nations League campaign.
Kickoff: 2:45 PM ET
Denmark vs. Portugal
Another matchup to watch is Denmark vs. Portugal in League A, Group 4.
Portugal enters the Nations League as one of the teams expected to contend deep into the competition, while Denmark will have an opportunity to pick up a major result at home.
Kickoff: 2:45 PM ET
Wales vs. Norway
Wales hosts Norway in the other League A, Group 4 matchup.
Norway’s talented attacking options make this an intriguing contest, while Wales will look to capitalize on home-field advantage.
Kickoff: 2:45 PM ET
UEFA Nations League Matches at 2:45 PM ET
Soccer fans will have plenty of choices during Thursday’s main window, with seven matches kicking off at approximately 2:45 PM ET.
Those matches are:
- Germany vs. Serbia
- Greece vs. Netherlands
- Denmark vs. Portugal
- Wales vs. Norway
- Israel vs. Kosovo
- Republic of Ireland vs. Austria
- Malta vs. Gibraltar
The first game of the day is Azerbaijan vs. Liechtenstein at 12:00 PM ET.
What Is the UEFA Nations League?
The UEFA Nations League is an international competition featuring UEFA’s European national teams. Countries are divided into leagues and groups based primarily on their Nations League rankings.
Teams compete for promotion and relegation between leagues, while the top countries in League A have the opportunity to advance toward the knockout phase and compete for the Nations League championship.
What Time Are UEFA Nations League Games Today?
The first UEFA Nations League match on October 1, 2026 begins at 12:00 PM ET, when Azerbaijan faces Liechtenstein.
The majority of Thursday’s schedule begins at 2:45 PM ET, including Germany vs. Serbia, Denmark vs. Portugal and Wales vs. Norway.
UEFA Nations League Schedule Today
Date: Thursday, October 1, 2026
First kickoff: 12:00 PM ET
Main kickoff window: 2:45 PM ET
Number of matches: 8
With several major European national teams taking the field, Thursday provides a busy afternoon of international soccer as the 2026-27 UEFA Nations League continues.