Everything You Need to Know About the Global Playoff Qualifier for the World Cup
The national teams of Iraq and the Democratic Republic of Congo have officially secured their seats in the final global playoff qualifier for the 2026 World Cup finals, after their success in the continental playoff and advancement to the global playoff.
Joining Iraq and Congo in the global playoff are Bolivia, New Caledonia, Jamaica, and Suriname — the four teams that will compete in the semifinals seeking to reach the final match and compete for the last spots to qualify for the World Cup.
The draw for the global playoff is scheduled for tomorrow, Thursday, to determine the semifinal matchups and map the path leading to the last qualifying ticket for the World Cup.
The playoff matches will be held next March in Mexico, following a single-match knockout format, which will intensify the competition and heighten anticipation among fans worldwide.
It is worth noting that two teams will qualify for the 2026 World Cup finals through the global playoff.
Joining Iraq and Congo in the global playoff are Bolivia, New Caledonia, Jamaica, and Suriname — the four teams that will compete in the semifinals seeking to reach the final match and compete for the last spots to qualify for the World Cup.
The draw for the global playoff is scheduled for tomorrow, Thursday, to determine the semifinal matchups and map the path leading to the last qualifying ticket for the World Cup.
The playoff matches will be held next March in Mexico, following a single-match knockout format, which will intensify the competition and heighten anticipation among fans worldwide.
It is worth noting that two teams will qualify for the 2026 World Cup finals through the global playoff.
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