The 2026 FIFA World Cup will begin in the United States, Mexico, and Canada from June 11 to July 19, 2026, and twelve teams have already guaranteed their spots in the final play-off.
Italy defeated Northern Ireland 2-0 in the World Cup play-off semifinals for European teams, while Denmark defeated North Macedonia 4-0 and Turkey defeated Romania 1-0.
In a thrilling seven-goal match, Kosovo defeated Slovakia 4-3, Poland overcame Albania 2-1, and Sweden defeated Ukraine 3-1 thanks to a hat-trick from Viktor Gyökeres.
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.
A crucial round of play-off finals is scheduled for Tuesday, March 31, based on the results. Bosnia will play Italy, Sweden will play Poland, Kosovo will play Turkey, and Czechia will play Denmark.
Fixtures for European teams in the 2026 FIFA World Cup Play-offs finals
Path A Last Fixture:
Italy versus Bosnia & Herzegovina. Location: Bosnia and Herzegovina’s Zenica. The winner joins Canada, Switzerland, and Qatar in Group B.
Final Fixture for Path B:
Poland versus Sweden. Location: Sweden, which has the home advantage. The winner joins Japan, the Netherlands, and Tunisia in Group F.
Final Fixture on Path C
Turkey versus Kosovo. Location: Pristina (Kosovo). The winner joins Australia, Paraguay, and the United States in Group C.
Final Fixture on Path D
Denmark versus Czechia. Location: Prague, Czechia. The winner joins the USA, Australia, and Paraguay in Group D.
Play-off between continents
Final fixture for Pathway 1:
DR Congo vs. Jamaica (final on March 31).
Final fixture for Pathway 2:
Iraq vs. Bolivia (final on March 31)
