How Nations League affects World Cup qualifying

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BBC Sport looks at what England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland have to play for in the Nations League - and how it ties into the World Cup.

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UEFA Nations League

European association football tournament for men's national teams
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Football tournament
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Sports division of British broadcaster
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Scotland

Country within the United Kingdom
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Wales

Country within the United Kingdom
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Northern Ireland

Part of the United Kingdom
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