The Ukrainian National Team: Mathematically Still in It!
Straight from the riveting world of international football, the drama, the tension, and oh, don’t forget the stylish haircuts—Ukraine pulled off a draw against the Czech Republic on October 14 in Wroclaw, Poland. That’s right, folks! A draw—1:1 to be exact! It’s like deciding between two flavors of ice cream and ending up with a bowl of lukewarm vanilla. You’re happy, but at the same time, you’re sneaking glances at that choco-chip cookie dough three aisles over.
What’s Happening in the Nations League 2024/25?
Now, before we delve further, let’s get this straight: this delightful face-off was part of the Nations League season 2024/25. Yes, we’re back in Division B because… well, let’s just say the group assignment was a bit like that time you ended up in a debate club with people who think “Team Jacob” is a serious stance on relationships.
Sergei Rebrov—blessing and curse all rolled into one—has his team bitterly holding onto the bottom of the group standings. After two disheartening losses to Albania (1:2) and a no-nonsense defeat against the Czech Republic (2:3), there was a glimmer of hope with a narrow win against Georgia (1:0). And now? A draw! The ultimate limbo state of football. Not quite winning, not quite losing; it’s like hanging out at a party where the host forgets to serve snacks. Terribly polite, but your stomach is growling.
Where’s The Standings Magic?
After the latest matches, Ukraine sits at the bottom of Group B1 with just 4 points. Meanwhile, the Czech Republic is frolicking in the lead with 7 points, like a cat that got into the cream. Georgia and Albania—those sneakily competitive cousins—are nipping at their heels, each sitting with 6 points. It’s a bit like being on a merry-go-round; you go round and round without quite knowing when to get off!
The Group Dynamic: More Twists Than A Soap Opera
Here’s the thing: for Ukraine to rise from the depths of the group, they need to clinch that all-important first place. Do that, and they leap to Division A; second place gets them into the play-offs for a shot at glory, while a miserable third place means a nail-biting struggle to hold onto Division B. Fourth place? Well, let’s just say nobody wants to be the last banana in the bunch, looking forlorn on the fruit stand of life.
Play-offs? They’re scheduled for March 2025. So if you’re marking your calendars, make sure to pack the popcorn—this is bound to be a thriller! Oh, and did we mention the chance at qualifying for the 2026 World Cup? Yes, you heard me right! Four lucky souls from the League of Nations will grab those golden tickets, alongside the 12 winners from the European qualifying groups. It’s like finding a golden ticket in a fish and chips wrapper—unexpected and delightful!
A Discordant Note: The Russian Team’s Suspension
And in a twist that’s as bitter as cheap Russian vodka, the Russian national team remains sidelined from all UEFA tournaments, including the League of Nations. Why? Let’s just say the full-scale war against Ukraine wasn’t exactly a crowd-pleaser. It’s the sort of subplot that makes you want to shout “come on, guys—leave the politics at the door!”
Let’s Wrap This Up with a Sparkle!
As we continue to unravel the drama of the Nations League, keep your eyes peeled for updates! Keep that hope alive for the Ukrainian national team—because in football, miracles can spring up from the most mundane of draws. They just need to put the pedal to the metal and start racking up those points like they’re collecting Pokémon cards!
And don’t forget, if you want minute-by-minute coverage of future clashes, our online match broadcast will keep you glued to your devices, with all the drama and excitement of a cliffhanger—minus the annoying ad breaks, of course!
Until next time, keep your spirit high, and remember: football’s just a game, but the laughs we share? That’s what really counts!
The Ukrainian national team played a draw with the Czech Republic on October 14 in Wroclaw, Poland.
The fourth round matches will take place on October 13-15 Nations League season 2024/25.
Ukrainian national team is holding the current tournament in Division B. The rivals of Sergei Rebrov’s team in the group are the teams of the Czech Republic, Albania and Georgia.
In the fourth round, the Ukrainian team on October 14 in Wroclaw, Poland tied against the Czech Republic.
Text online broadcast of the match Ukraine – Czech Republic available on our website.
At the start of the tournament, Rebrov’s team lost Albania (1:2) and conceded Czech Republic (2:3), and in the third round beat Georgia (1:0).
After the fourth round, the Ukrainian team takes last place in group B1, with 4 points. The Czech Republic is in the lead with 7 points. The second and third positions, respectively, are occupied by Georgia and Albania, which have 6 points each.
Tournament table in the group of the Ukrainian national team in the Nations League / Photo: flashscore.ua
NATIONS LEAGUE 2024/25
TOUR 1 / TOUR 2 / TOUR 3 / TOUR 4
Sunday, October 13
16:00
B3 KAZAKHSTAN SLOVENIA
0:1
19:00
D2 MALTA MOLDOVA
1:0
19:00
D1 LIECHTENSTEIN GIBRALTAR
0:0
19:00
C4 ARMENIA NORTH MACEDONIA
0:2
19:00
B2 FINLAND ENGLAND
1:3
21:45
C4 FAROE ISLANDS LATVIA
1:1
21:45
B3 AUSTRIA NORWAY
5:1
21:45
B2 GREECE IRELAND
2:0
Monday, October 14
19:00
C1 AZERBAIJAN SLOVAKIA
1:3
19:00
B1 GEORGIA ALBANIA
0:1
21:45
B1
UKRAINE
CZECH REPUBLIC
1:1
21:45
A2 ITALY ISRAEL
4:1
21:45
B4 ICELAND TURKEY
2:4
21:45
A2 BELGIUM FRANCE
1:2
21:45
A3 GERMANY NETHERLANDS
1:0
21:45
C1 ESTONIA SWEDEN
0:3
21:45
B4 WALES MONTENEGRO
1:0
21:45
A3 BOSNIA AND HERZEGOVINA HUNGARY
0:2
Tuesday, October 15
21:45
C2 LITHUANIA ROMANIA
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21:45
C3 NORTHERN IRELAND BULGARIA
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21:45
A4 SPAIN SERBIA
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21:45
A1 POLAND CROATIA
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21:45
A4 SWITZERLAND DENMARK
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21:45
C2 KOSOVO CYPRUS
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21:45
C3 BELARUS LUXEMBOURG
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21:45
A1 SCOTLAND PORTUGAL
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According to the updated format of the League of Nations, a participant in the group tournament in Division B, where the Ukrainian national team will compete, if it takes:
- first place – will rise to Division A;
- second place – will play play-offs for promotion to Division A with the team that finishes third in the group of Division A;
- third place – will play play-offs to maintain registration in Division B with the team that finishes second in the group of Division C;
- fourth place – relegated to Division C.
The play-offs are scheduled for March 2025.
In addition, through the League of Nations you can increase your chances of qualifying for the 2026 World Cup. The 12 winners of the European qualifying groups for the 2026 World Cup will directly advance to the final stage of the World Cup. Four more tickets to the planetary championship will be played in the playoffs, where the 12 second-place winners of the World Cup qualifying groups and the four best winners of the 2024/25 Nations League groups, who finish lower than second place in the qualifying group stage, will compete.
Let us remind you that the Russian national team continues to be suspended from all tournaments under the auspices of UEFA, including the League of Nationsdue to a full-scale war against Ukraine.
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