Belarus’s Path to the UEFA Nations League ‘B’ Division: New Format, Playoff Hopes & World Cup Qualification

Belarus is gearing up for the fourth edition of the UEFA Nations League, aiming for a promotion to the ‘B’ division. The team will compete in Division ‘C’ alongside Luxembourg, Bulgaria, and Northern Ireland. The competition’s format has undergone changes, introducing playoffs that offer teams a chance to move up divisions. This season, teams finishing second in their groups now have the opportunity to compete in a playoff for promotion to the next level. This new dynamic creates a chance for Belarus to potentially secure a place in Division ‘B’. Furthermore, the Nations League is intertwined with World Cup qualification for 2026. The top teams in each group qualify directly, while other qualifying spots are determined through playoffs involving teams with strong finishes in both the Nations League and World Cup qualification. Belarus will be looking to leverage the Nations League as a springboard to challenge for a World Cup spot.