A crucial Championship match between Burnley and Leeds United at Turf Moor could significantly impact the promotion race to the Premier League, featuring a clash between Burnley's formidable defence and Leeds' powerful attack.
In a highly anticipated League One clash dubbed the 'Hollywood Derby', Wrexham and Birmingham City played out a tense 1-1 draw at the Racecourse Ground. Wrexham took an early lead through Ollie Rathbone, but Birmingham equalised with Lyndon Dykes. Despite chances for both sides, neither could find a winner, leaving Birmingham five points clear at the top and Wrexham in third. The match was watched by a sell-out crowd, with Birmingham's chairman in attendance and Wrexham's Hollywood owners watching from the US.
Wales celebrated a remarkable 4-1 triumph over Iceland in their last UEFA Nations League group match, securing promotion to League A. The victory at Cardiff City Stadium was a significant milestone for manager Craig Bellamy, who preserved his unbeaten six-game streak. Although Wales fell behind early to a goal from Andri Gudjohnsen, they mounted a strong comeback led by Liam Cullen and Brennan Johnson, ensuring a decisive win and boosting their World Cup qualification hopes.
San Marino, traditionally seen as one of the lowest-ranked international football teams, has achieved an unprecedented promotion to League C of the UEFA Nations League. On 18 November 2024, the team made history by securing their first-ever away win against Liechtenstein with a 3-1 scoreline, also marking the first time they have scored three goals in a competitive match. This victory was driven by second-half goals from Lorenzo Lazzari, Nicola Nanni, and Alessandro Golinucci, securing San Marino the top spot in Group D1 with seven points and ending their winless streak. Coach Roberto Cevoli commends his team's resilience and hard work, as they now look forward to competing against stronger teams in the next edition of the Nations League.