World Cup Play-offs: Bosnia Celebrates Dzeko, Kosovo Surprises Slovakia
The number of teams competing for the remaining six spots in the 2026 FIFA World Cup is narrowing.
TL;DR
- Bosnia and Herzegovina defeated Wales in a penalty shootout to advance to the final play-off round for the 2026 World Cup.
- Kosovo secured a surprising victory over Slovakia, advancing to the final play-off round.
- The article lists the results of the European play-off semi-finals and the upcoming final pairings, including Bosnia and Herzegovina vs. Italy, Turkey vs. Kosovo, Sweden vs. Poland, and Denmark vs. Czech Republic.
- Several Balkan nations, including North Macedonia, Turkey, and Albania, did not advance past the semi-finals.
- The 2026 World Cup will feature 48 teams, with 42 already qualified.
- The article mentions potential participation of veteran players like Luka Modric, Cristiano Ronaldo, and Lionel Messi.
- The tournament will be hosted by Canada, Mexico, and the United States.
- Intercontinental play-off matches are also mentioned, including Jamaica vs. Congo and Iraq vs. Bolivia.