Poland has earned 11 points in eight qualification matches, trailing behind the Czech Republic and Albania, who secured 15 points each and qualified directly for the tournament. Poland failed to secure victories in key matches, losing 0-2 to Albania and drawing 1-1 with both Moldova and the Czech Republic. In the previous five games, Poland won twice, drew twice, and lost once.
In the group stage of the European Championship qualification, Estonia earned only one point in eight matches, finishing last in the group. Moreover, their goal difference stood at 2:22. Estonia got a chance to qualify for the European Championship by finishing first in the Nations League group. They secured the maximum 12 points out of 12 possible, surpassing Malta and San Marino. In their last five matches, Estonia drew once and suffered four defeats.