The 2019 UEFA Nations League was the inaugural season of a new international football competition organized by UEFA. It featured 55 national teams from Europe, divided into four leagues based on their rankings. The tournament included group stages followed by knockout rounds, culminating in a final four format to determine the champion. Portugal emerged as the winner, defeating Netherlands 1-0 in the final held in June 2019. The tournament aimed to provide more competitive matches and reduce the number of friendly games, enhancing the overall quality of international football in Europe.