For the 2026 FIFA World Cup, which will begin in the United States, Mexico, and Canada from June 11 to July 19, 2026, twelve teams have guaranteed spots in the final play-off.
Italy defeated Northern Ireland 2-0, Denmark defeated North Macedonia 4-0, and Turkey defeated Romania 1-0 in the World Cup play-off semifinals for European teams.
In a thrilling seven-goal match, Kosovo defeated Slovakia 4-3; Sweden defeated Ukraine 3-1 thanks to a hat-trick from Viktor Gyökeres; and Poland overcame Albania 2-1 after falling behind.
Czechia advanced following a 2-2 draw with the Republic of Ireland, winning the shootout 4-3, while Wales drew 1-1 with Bosnia-Herzegovina before losing 4-2 on penalties.
On Tuesday, March 31, a crucial round of play-off finals will take place as a result. Czechia will play Denmark, Bosnia will play Italy, Sweden will play Poland, and Kosovo will play Turkey.
Fixtures for the 2026 FIFA World Cup Play-offs finals for European teams
Path A Concluding Fixture:
Italy and Bosnia and Herzegovina. The location is Zenica, Bosnia & Herzegovina. Along with Canada, Switzerland, and Qatar, the winner is placed in Group B.
Path B Last Fixture:
Polish vs. Swedish. Sweden is the venue, which is advantageous for Sweden. Japan, the Netherlands, and Tunisia are joined in Group F by the winner.
Path C Last Fixture
Turkey against Kosovo. Location: Kosovo’s Pristina. Along with the USA, Paraguay, and Australia, the winner is placed in Group C.
Path D Last Fixture
Danish vs. Czech. Location: Czechia’s Prague. The winner joins Australia, Paraguay, and the United States in Group D.
Final match in the Intercontinental Play-off Pathway 1:
Jamaica vs. DR Congo (March 31 final).
Pathway 2’s last fixture
Bolivia vs. Iraq (final scheduled for March 31)
