The Nations League has kicked off, and with it the spectacle of international football. In this first round, which coincides with the long break in the domestic leagues, we've seen:
- Italy make a fool of themselves as usual,
- Germany play well in their first match and much less well in their second,
- Portugal play brilliantly without Cristiano Ronaldo, finding their team identity,
- Greece pull off a stunning victory on German soil,
- Spain and England play out a draw.
What do you think?
Quote from: Italian Panic on Sep 28, 2026, 07:33 AMThe Nations League has kicked off, and with it the spectacle of international football. In this first round, which coincides with the long break in the domestic leagues, we've seen:
- Italy make a fool of themselves as usual,
- Germany play well in their first match and much less well in their second,
- Portugal play brilliantly without Cristiano Ronaldo, finding their team identity,
- Greece pull off a stunning victory on German soil,
- Spain and England play out a draw.
What do you think?
In the match against Italy on September 28, almost all the teams wasted their energy and players were tired because none of them scored. Some almost scored but hit the post so the match ended in a draw. :D ;D
Then in the match against Germany, the match also ended in a draw but they both had only one point.
No way, my dear, I'm starting to dislike this new competition. Perhaps the international friendlies were better – there was a bit of romance in watching smaller teams take on strong national sides and seeing teams try out new tactics without too much pressure. Let's not forget that Roberto Carlos's legendary free-kick goal against France came in a friendly; otherwise, he'd never have attempted it.