Summary of the World Cup 2026 European zone playoff matches from Thursday night, 26 Mar 2026 GMT+7. The playoffs are divided into 4 groups of 4 teams each. Winners of each matchup advance to the finals to compete for the 4 European spots at the World Cup 2026 final tournament.
- Group A Semifinals
Italy defeated Northern Ireland 2-0.
Wales lost to Bosnia on penalties 2-4 after a 1-1 draw through 120 minutes.
- Group B Semifinals
Ukraine lost to Sweden 1-3.
Poland defeated Albania 2-1.
- Group C Semifinals
Turkey beat Romania 1-0.
Slovakia lost to Kosovo 3-4.
- Group D Semifinals
Denmark defeated North Macedonia 4-0.
Czech Republic beat Ireland on penalties 4-3 after a 2-2 draw through 120 minutes.
Group A Final Fixture
Italy vs Bosnia.
Group B Final Fixture
Sweden vs Poland.
Group C Final Fixture
Turkey vs Kosovo.
Group D Final Fixture
Denmark vs Czech Republic.
Summary of Eliminated Teams
1. Northern Ireland
2. Wales
3. Ukraine
4. Albania
5. Romania
6. Slovakia
7. North Macedonia
8. Ireland