UEFA Nations League Winners List
The UEFA Nations League is an international association football competition between 55 European nations. Launched in 2018, it replaced international friendlies with competitive matches. Portugal are the most successful team with 2 titles (2019, 2025).
Complete Winners List
| Season | Host | Winner | Score | Runner-up |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024–25 | Germany | Portugal (2) | 2–2 (a.e.t.) (5–3 p) |
Spain |
| 2022–23 | Netherlands | Spain | 0–0 (a.e.t.) (5–4 p) |
Croatia |
| 2020–21 | Italy | France | 2–1 | Spain |
| 2018–19 | Portugal | Portugal | 1–0 | Netherlands |
Notes: a.e.t. = after extra time, p = penalties
Tournament Format
The UEFA Nations League features 55 European nations competing in four leagues (A, B, C, D) based on their UEFA ranking. The winners of each group in League A qualify for the Finals tournament. Starting from 2024-25, quarter-finals were introduced before the Final Four stage.
UEFA Nations League Records
- Most Titles: Portugal (2 - 2019, 2025)
- First Winner: Portugal (2019)
- Most Recent Winner: Portugal (2025)
- Different Winners: 4 nations have won the trophy
- Finals Decided by Penalties: 2 (2023, 2025)
- Highest Scoring Final: Portugal 2-2 Spain (2025, 5-3 on penalties)
Frequently Asked Questions
Which country has won the most UEFA Nations Leagues?
Portugal has won the most UEFA Nations League titles with 2 victories (2019 and 2025), becoming the first nation to win multiple titles.
Who won the UEFA Nations League 2025?
Portugal won the 2025 UEFA Nations League, defeating Spain 5-3 on penalties after a 2-2 draw in the final held in Munich, Germany on June 8, 2025. Cristiano Ronaldo scored in the final, and Nuno Mendes was named Player of the Finals.
How many UEFA Nations League tournaments have there been?
There have been 4 UEFA Nations League tournaments: 2018-19 (won by Portugal), 2020-21 (won by France), 2022-23 (won by Spain), and 2024-25 (won by Portugal).
Who won the last Nations League?
Portugal won the most recent UEFA Nations League in 2025, defeating Spain 5-3 on penalties in Munich. Before that, Spain won in 2023.
How many times has Portugal won the UEFA Nations League?
Portugal has won the UEFA Nations League 2 times - in 2019 (the inaugural edition) and 2025, making them the most successful nation in the competition's history.
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