Ireland's Road to the 2026 World Cup
Ireland is preparing for its upcoming match against the Czech Republic in the 2026 World Cup qualifiers. The draw took place at FIFA headquarters in Zurich, with Irish manager Heimir Hallgrímsson present.
Qualification Highlights
- Ireland secured their spot in the draw after Troy Parrott's impressive hat-trick kept their World Cup hopes alive.
- He scored a last-minute winning goal last Sunday, November 16th, in Budapest, defeating Hungary by a narrow margin.
Next Steps
The team will face the Czech Republic on March 26th. If successful, they will challenge either Denmark or North Macedonia in the final, scheduled at the Aviva Stadium on March 31st.
Following their win in Budapest, Ireland advances to crucial qualifiers, with their eye on a potential final at the Aviva Stadium next March.
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Author's summary: Ireland's national team advances in World Cup qualifying, aiming for a final spot in March after a dramatic victory in Budapest and upcoming crucial matches in 2026 qualifiers.