FULL LIST: 20 top matches to watch as 16-day international break begins

1. Netherlands vs Germany: On Thursday, September 24, Jürgen Klopp makes his Germany debut against the Netherlands, who will also begin under Xavi Hernández's leadership. Both teams commence their first Nations League campaigns.

2. Portugal vs Wales: On Thursday, September 24, Portugal, as defending Nations League champions, host Wales under new coach Jorge Jesus. Jesus replaces Roberto Martínez and will aim to continue Portugal's successful record in the competition.

3. Côte d'Ivoire vs Ghana: On Thursday, September 24, Côte d'Ivoire and Ghana face off in an AFCON qualifier as they settle a regional rivalry. Both countries embark on journeys towards the 2027 tournament.

4. Türkiye vs France: Friday, September 25, sees Zinédine Zidane make his first competitive match as France coach, facing Türkiye. Zidane, a former France captain, returns to the international stage with a team that clinched the 1998 World Cup and EURO 2000 as a player.

5. Italy vs Belgium: Friday, September 25, features Italy, led by Roberto Mancini making his second appearance, against Belgium, under new coach Mark van Bommel. Mancini, who led Italy to EURO 2020 victory, aims to secure a win in his return to international football.

6. Morocco vs Gabon: Friday, September 25, brings Morocco up against Gabon in another significant African qualifier. The match adds to a busy opening week of international football in Africa.

7. Australia vs Brazil: Friday, September 25, sees Brazil, under their new coaching setup, face Australia in an international friendly. The fixture offers Brazilian fans the chance to witness one of the world's footballing powerhouses in action.

8. England vs Spain: On Saturday, September 26, England and Spain face off in a top-of-the-table UEFA Nations League game. Both teams provide a test for their respective opponents, with England looking to challenge the reigning European champions.

9. Czechia vs Croatia: Saturday, September 26, sees Croatia, under returning coach Slaven Bilić, take on Czechia. Bilić, who previously coached Croatia from 2006 to 2012, returns with a wealth of international and club-management experience.

10. USA vs Peru: Saturday, September 26, features the United States testing themselves against Peru in an international friendly during the extended break. The match provides a valuable opportunity for USA to assess their squad.

11. Mexico vs Colombia: Saturday, September 26, sees Mexico and Colombia clash in a South American-CONCACAF friendly. Both teams use the international window to evaluate players and formations ahead of their future competitions.

12. Belgium vs France: Monday, September 28, brings Belgium and France together in another major Nations League encounter. Belgium's Van Bommel gets his first exposure to the French setup, while France examines Zidane's tactics early on.