The focus for Wales, Northern Ireland, and the Republic of Ireland is now laser-focused on qualifying for the 2026 World Cup, to be hosted by the United States, Canada, and Mexico. The playoff draw confirmed the two-game route that could secure their ticket across the Atlantic.
Wales, with their home advantage against Bosnia & Herzegovina and potential final, has the clearest shot at reaching the expanded North American tournament.
The Republic of Ireland seeks to qualify for their first World Cup since 2002, knowing that a win in Prague against the Czech Republic sets up a vital home final to secure their passage.
Northern Ireland’s mission impossible away to Italy is driven by the desire to play on the world stage in a massive tournament featuring 48 teams.
The semi-finals on March 26 and finals on March 31 are the final competitive hurdle. The successful teams will join 44 other nations in the historic, expanded World Cup tournament across North America.
🇺🇸 North American Prize: Home Nations Plot Course to US, Canada, Mexico World Cup
