2026 World Cup draw: How Ireland are involved without qualifying yet
The Republic of Ireland are yet to book their place at the 2026 World Cup, but that doesn't mean they can't play a part in Friday's group-stage draw.
2026 World Cup draw: How Wales are involved without qualifying yet
Wales are yet to book their place at the 2026 World Cup, but that doesn't mean they can't play a part in Friday's group-stage draw.
Reacting to the 2026 World Cup playoff draw: Who will fill the final six spots?
Six spots remain up for grabs at the 2026 World Cup, with four to emerge from Europe and a further two from an intercontinental playoff. What's the draw, and who will advance? We make our picks.
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World Cup playoff draw: Ireland face Czechia in semifinals
The Republic of Ireland will travel to Czechia in the World Cup European playoff semifinals in March as they discovered their route to next summer's tournament.
World Cup playoff draw: Wales get Bosnia, likely face Italy in final
Wales will face Bosnia and Herzegovina in the World Cup playoff semifinals, but they could have to beat Italy if they are to reach next summer's tournament.
World Cup playoff draw: Time, how to watch as Wales, Ireland learn fate
Everything you need to know about the World Cup playoff draw that sees Wales, Republic of Ireland and Northern Ireland learn their path to next summer's tournament.
Guadalajara, Monterrey to host World Cup playoff tournament
Mexican cities Guadalajara and Monterrey will host the intercontinental playoff tournament for the 2026 World Cup, FIFA announced Wednesday.
2026 World Cup draw: Top seeds revealed in latest FIFA rankings
The top-seeded teams for the Dec. 5 World Cup tournament draw, including Germany but not Croatia, were set Wednesday when FIFA published new rankings.