World Cup 2026 Draw: Ireland May Face Mexico, South Africa, and South Korea if They Triumph in Play-Offs
The draw for the 2026 FIFA World Cup unveiled potential matchups for various national teams. Among the notable outcomes, Ireland could encounter Mexico, South Africa, or South Korea if they advance through the play-offs.
2026 World Cup Group Overview
The tournament is set to feature a total of 12 groups. Teams from around the globe will compete for the prestigious title. Here’s a breakdown of the groups and their potential matchups:
Group A
- Mexico
- South Africa
- Korea Republic
- Ireland/Czechia/Denmark/North Macedonia
Group B
- Canada
- Italy/Northern Ireland/Wales/Bosnia-Herzegovina
- Qatar
- Switzerland
Group C
- Brazil
- Morocco
- Haiti
- Scotland
Group D
- USA
- Paraguay
- Australia
- Turkey/Romania/Slovakia/Kosovo
Group E
- Germany
- Curacao
- Ivory Coast
- Ecuador
Group F
- Netherlands
- Japan
- Ukraine/Sweden/Poland/Albania
- Tunisia
Group G
- Belgium
- Egypt
- Iran
- New Zealand
Group H
- Spain
- Cape Verde
- Saudi Arabia
- Uruguay
Group I
- France
- Senegal
- Iraq/Bolivia/Suriname
- Norway
Group J
- Argentina
- Algeria
- Austria
- Jordan
Group K
- Portugal
- Congo DR/Jamaica/New Caledonia
- Uzbekistan
- Colombia
Group L
- England
- Croatia
- Ghana
- Panama
As the tournament approaches, the excitement grows for fans and players alike. The possibility of Ireland facing off against prominent teams adds to the intrigue of the upcoming World Cup.
