In Lausanne, the UEFA Nations League trophy stood as the backdrop to the tournament draw, a reminder that Europe’s national-team calendar is moving into a new season marked by change.
Across the continent, several squads are preparing for the campaign with the prospect of long-awaited returns and first senior call-ups. The renewed international programme offers established players a route back into national contention while opening the door for newcomers seeking their first appearances on the European stage.
The Nations League draw in Switzerland set the frame for those decisions, with national coaches now shaping their groups for a season in which fresh selections and returning figures will redraw the international football map.
