European champions and current holders Spain are the early favourites priced at 4/9 to lift the trophy, while Portugal, who won the inaugural Nations League tournament in 2019, are offered at 13/8 with football betting sites.

Sport Illustrated’s predictions for the 2024–25 UEFA Nations League semifinals including Germany vs. Portugal and France vs. Spain.

No rest for the winners. Sandwiched between the Champions League final and Club World Cup, the Nations League final four provides another opportunity to win a trophy for players who might have more need of a break.