The adapted Nations League format is preferred by leading football nations, as it aims to create more competitive matches and enhance viewer engagement, addressing concerns about the current qualifying system's appeal.
"We want to get out of the group and take it from there," said McTominay, 29. "We have to change the mentality of the fact that we might not be top 10, 15, whatever. We need to change that mentality that we can play against anybody and do really well."
There are two things I want in life. Firstly, that we win the Champions League. We have a good team for the next years, but we must make the right decisions in the transfer periods -- they have to be perfect.
Bayern went straight onto the front foot, with Upamecano seeing an effort deflected behind and Díaz drawing a fine save from keeper Mark Flekken. Kane and Laimer saw efforts saved, but Munich took the lead when Musiala's cross found Kane, who smashed into the roof of the net.
Crystal Palace's dreary Premier League season still holds hope of a title as the Eagles learned their draw for the Conference League knockout rounds on Friday. The Eagles will meet Cypriot side AEK Larnaca in the Round of 16 and could have to take down Fiorentina, AZ Alkmaar, Shakhtar Donetsk, or Sparta Prague if they want to reach the May 27 final in Leipzig.
Germany have quite an exciting year ahead. With a couple interesting friendlies in March, it only gets more interesting as Germany will look to redeem themselves at the 2026 FIFA World Cup after two extremely disappointing World Cups for Die Mannschaft. Soon after that tournament, the Germans will look to put together another strong campaign in the UEFA Nations League.