Malta has been drawn to play against Luxembourg in the UEFA Nations League C/D playoffs, following the official draw held in Nyon, Switzerland, on Friday, November 22, 2024. Luxembourg secured their playoff spot as one of the best fourth-placed teams from League C.
Luxembourg’s Journey in Group C3
Luxembourg competed in Group C3 alongside Northern Ireland, Bulgaria, and Belarus. They finished the group stage with three points, earning draws against all three opponents: Northern Ireland, Bulgaria, and Belarus.
Group C3 was highly competitive, with Northern Ireland finishing at the top with 11 points, followed by Bulgaria with 9 points, and Belarus with 7. Despite not managing a win, Luxembourg showed their ability to hold their own in a challenging group.
Malta vs. Luxembourg: Head-to-Head History
Malta and Luxembourg share a history of competitive matches, having faced each other seven times in the past. These encounters included five friendly matches and two European Qualifiers. Luxembourg has generally had the upper hand, but Malta has claimed two victories and two draws.
The most recent match between the two sides was on June 9, 2023, when Malta secured a narrow 1-0 victory on foreign soil. Kyrian Nwoko scored the decisive goal.
Playoff Schedule and Stakes
The playoff will be played over two legs:
–First Leg – Malta vs Luxembourg: Thursday, March 26, 2026 – kick-off at 18:00.
–Second Leg – Luxembourg vs Malta: Tuesday, March 31, 2026 – kick-off at 18:00.
The aggregate winner of this playoff will earn a place in League C for the 2026/27 UEFA Nations League campaign, while the loser will compete in League D.
