DR Congo now know they will face the winner of the Jamaica vs New Caledonia clash as the battle for the final six playoff spots for the 2026 FIFA World Cup intensifies.
Dr Congo who qualifies for the final play offs at the expense of the Super Eagles needs just one more victory to seal 2026 FIFA World Cup spot.
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In the Inter-Continental playoff pathway, Jamaica and New Caledonia will square off for the right to meet DR Congo in a direct World Cup qualification showdown.
The second pathway pits Bolivia against Suriname, with the victor set to face Iraq for another ticket to the global finals.
Only two nations will ultimately emerge from these high-pressure knockout routes.
Europe’s playoff route is equally fierce, featuring heavyweight nations and former World Cup regulars in do-or-die matchups.
In one UEFA path, Italy have been drawn against Northern Ireland, while Wales will meet Bosnia & Herzegovina. The winners of these two semifinals will contest a final for a single qualification spot.
Another stacked bracket has Ukraine facing Sweden, and Poland going up against Albania. The finalists from these ties will battle for a coveted tournament berth.
Turkey take on Romania in one semifinal, while Slovakia face Kosovo in the other, with the pathway winners clinching another European slot.
In the final UEFA playoff path, Denmark meet North Macedonia as the Czech Republic clash with the Republic of Ireland. The two winners will collide for the remaining European ticket.
With traditional powerhouses, rising contenders and ambitious emerging sides all in contention, the playoffs promise drama, tension and memorable moments as the world awaits the final qualifiers for the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
