International break features Nations League quarter-finals on March 20

During the international break, football fans should keep an eye on several key events. Firstly, the UEFA Nations League has introduced quarter-finals for the first time. The matches will take place in two legs. Spain, the current champions, will face the Netherlands. Other exciting matches include Italy versus Germany and Croatia against France. Denmark will take on Portugal in the last quarter-final. The first legs are on March 20, and the second legs on March 23. In England, a new chapter begins with Thomas Tuchel as the head coach. He replaces Gareth Southgate, who stepped down after two disappointing European Championship finals. Tuchel has a successful background but has faced criticism over his squad selection before even starting his first match. England's World Cup qualifiers are against Albania and Latvia this month, where the team is expected to secure maximum points. Argentina will miss star player Lionel Messi for their important matches against Uruguay and Brazil. Messi is struggling with fitness during the MLS season. Argentina is currently leading the South American standings and hopes to maintain that lead despite his absence. Other key players will need to step up in his place. In the CONCACAF Nations League finals, the United States aims to win their fourth title in a row. They are rebuilding under manager Mauricio Pochettino, following a disappointing Copa America. The US will face Panama in the semi-finals, while a final against Canada or Mexico could provide a significant boost before they co-host the 2026 World Cup. In Asia, teams like Japan and South Korea are close to confirming their spots in the 2026 World Cup. Japan leads their group and will play against Bahrain and Saudi Arabia. Meanwhile, Oceania has been given an automatic spot in the World Cup for the first time. New Zealand is favored to win their semi-final against Fiji, with the final match set to be against New Caledonia or Tahiti.