2026 FIFA World Cup Play-offs Final Fixtures Confirmed
The final fixtures for the 2026 FIFA World Cup play-offs for European teams have been confirmed, with matches set to kick off on March 31, 2026. Twelve teams have secured their places in the final play-off.
Key results from the semi-finals include Italy's 2-0 victory over Northern Ireland, Turkey's 1-0 win against Romania, Denmark's 4-0 thrashing of North Macedonia, and Poland's 2-1 defeat of Albania. Kosovo triumphed over Slovakia in a thrilling 4-3 match, with Viktor Gyökeres scoring a hat trick.
Sweden defeated Ukraine 3-1, while Wales drew 1-1 with Bosnia and Herzegovina, leading to a penalty shootout where Bosnia lost 4-2. The final play-off matches will see Bosnia face Italy, Sweden meet Poland, Turkey clash with Czechia, and Denmark take on Bosnia and Herzegovina.
The winners will join various groups for the World Cup alongside teams from Canada, Switzerland, Qatar, Japan, Netherlands, Tunisia, USA, Paraguay, and Australia.
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