PARIS (AP) — World Cup runners-up France, European champions Italy, Belgium and Israel were divided into a tough group Thursday for the men’s UEFA Nations League, which begins in September.
The Nations League is the next competition for UEFA member nations after this summer’s European Championship, with France, Italy and Belgium qualifying for the tournament in Germany, with Israel advancing to the play-offs next month.
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