2026 World Cup Playoffs: Final Six Spots Decided This Week

European playoffs feature eight teams vying for four spots. Matches include Bosnia‑Herzegovina vs Italy, Sweden vs Poland, Kosovo vs Turkey and Czech Republic vs Denmark, all played on Tuesday. The winner of Turkey‑Kosovo joins Group D with the United States, Paraguay and Australia.

The intercontinental playoff, staged in Mexico, pits Congo against Jamaica and Bolivia against Iraq. Two winners will join the 48‑team field. The tournament is co‑hosted by the United States, Canada and Mexico, with the final set for July 19 at MetLife Stadium.