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When are the 2026 World Cup play-offs? Dates, venues and format
By Steven Chicken published
There are still another six places at the World Cup up for grabs

Could Northern Ireland play Republic of Ireland in a World Cup 2026 Playoff Final?
By Ewan Gennery published
Northern Ireland and the Republic of Ireland will find out their pathway to the World Cup soon, but could it involve a clash between the two?

Watch Slovakia vs Northern Ireland: Live streams, TV info for World Cup qualifier with a play-off spot on the line
By Chris Nee published
Slovakia and Northern Ireland meet in their penultimate crunch World Cup qualifier – here's how to watch Slovakia vs Northern Ireland online and on TV today.

Scotland, Northern Ireland and Republic of Ireland finally learn their World Cup 2026 qualifying opponents
By Joe Mewis published
FourFourTwo breaks down the latest set of complicated permutations and UEFA scheduling so you don't have to

Here's what to look out for as in-form Northern Ireland gear up for Switzerland friendly
By Tom Hancock published
Our statistical preview of Friday's big game in Belfast

World Cup 2026: The UEFA qualifying groups IN FULL
By Mark White published
The UEFA qualifying groups for World Cup 2026 are here, as home nations look to book places at the 48-team tournament

Northern Ireland could be forced to play home game outside of UK, following government demands
By Ryan Dabbs published
Northern Ireland still have two games remaining in their Nations League campaign, but one might not be played at their Windsor Park home

What changes have been made for the Nations League? Everything you need to know
By Steven Chicken published
England, Northern Ireland, Scotland and Wales will all have more on the line in this season's edition of the Nations League
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