The U.S. qualified again to compete in the League of Nations, the new competition that changed the way nations qualify for the final in Barcelona.

Aaron Vale on Carissimo 25 in the League of Nations Final in Barcelona (Photo by Didi Shots)The FEI confirmed the qualified nations of the second edition of the League of Nations, with the top 10 ranked nations set to compete in the world’s oldest and most prestigious equestrian team Jumping competition.

Nine nations qualified again for the 2025 edition: Ireland, France, USA, Great Britain, Belgium, Switzerland, Netherlands, Sweden, and reigning champions Germany, who already secured their place by winning the League of Nations Final in Barcelona (this year..

Italy, won the final spot in the ranking, securing 10th place and replacing Brazil, that dropped out of the top 10.

 

JUST MISSING out on qualification was Canada, finishing 11th, only 633 points behind Italy after a months-long battle for the final slot.

"The Longines League of NationsTM is the pinnacle of the FEI team Jumping competitions worldwide. For the second consecutive year, we’ll see the top nations compete for a place in the Final in Barcelona. The competition's strength lies in bringing together the finest human and equine Jumping athletes on the world stage and we're looking forward to the start of the new season in Abu Dhabi," said Todd Hinde, FEI Jumping Director.

The League of Nations will have four qualifying competitons next year, and only the top eight ranked teams will advance to the Final.

Longines League of NationsTM Ranking Top 10

Ireland – 14,538 points

France – 13,503 points

USA – 13,128 points

Great Britain – 12,712 points

Germany – 12,311 points

Belgium – 12,128 points

Switzerland – 11,643 points

Netherlands – 11,625 points

Sweden – 10,629 points

Italy – 10,403 points