How will World Cup play-offs be determined?
Summary
The World Cup play-offs are set to be determined by a draw on Thursday. The play-offs involve 16 teams, with four places available through four play-off paths. Teams will be seeded based on their world ranking and their performance in the UEFA Nations League.Key Facts
- The play-offs involve 16 teams and will be divided into four play-off paths.
- Teams are seeded into four pots based on world ranking and UEFA Nations League performance.
- The draw will take place at 12:00 GMT on Thursday and will determine match-ups and home advantages.
- Wales, Northern Ireland, Republic of Ireland, and Scotland still have chances to qualify.
- Italy, Albania, and Ukraine are among the teams already guaranteed a play-off spot.
- The play-offs include one-legged semi-finals and finals to decide the winners.
- Home advantage in semi-finals is given to higher-seeded teams.
- The final location is determined by a separate draw.
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