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2026 World Cup playoff preview, predictions: Who will advance?

The Republic of Ireland left it late to qualify for the playoffs where, this week, the final six spots at the 2026 World Cup -- four from Europe, two from the intercontinental playoff -- will be clinched. Here's what to watch for.

Mar 26, 2026 · ESPN

Can Jamaica still make the World Cup?

The "Futbol Americas" crew preview Jamaica's World Cup playoff against New Caledonia.

Mar 25, 2026 · ESPN

Tiny New Caledonia is amazingly two wins from the World Cup

Meet the team of part-timers, ranked 150 by FIFA, hoping to reach next summer's tournament. "Every young boy wants to play in a World Cup -- it is a dream ... and we know we have a chance."

Mar 24, 2026 · ESPN

Wrexham's Bailey Cadamarteri gives Jamaica win over New Caledonia, World Cup chance

Wrexham striker Bailey Cadamarteri gave Jamaica a 1-0 victory over New Caledonia on Thursday and a place in the World Cup interconfederational playoff final against DR Congo.

Mar 27, 2026 · ESPN

World Cup playoff draw: Italy get N. Ireland, Wales or Bosnia

Italy will first host Northern Ireland in a World Cup qualifying playoff in March but would then need to win on the road to reach its first tournament after back-to-back failures at this stage.

Nov 22, 2025 · ESPN