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Ireland will play Czechia in the European play-offs for the FIFA World Cup 2026, it was revealed today during the draw in Zurich.
Two teams trying to do the unthinkable meet up on Sunday, as Hungary and the Republic of Ireland play for a potential spot in the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
Ireland are one step closer to the 2026 FIFA World Cup after Sunday’s sensational comeback victory against Hungary. Troy Parrott’s 96-minute winner in Budapest means that the Boys in Green are heading to the play-offs in March.
Hungary Vs Republic Of Ireland Highlights, FIFA World Cup 2026 European Qualifiers: Catch the key updates from the HUN vs IRL, football qualifying match at the Puskas Arena in Budapest, as it happened
What a moment for these Irish fans as Ireland keeps its FIFA World Cup hopes alive 🇮🇪
The draw for UEFA's World Cup qualification playoffs is set for Thursday, Nov. 20 at 7 a.m. ET. UEFA's World Cup qualifying playoffs will be contested on March 26 (semifinals) and March 31 (finals). Twelve European countries have already clinched a spot in the 2026 World Cup: