Intercontinental Playoffs Set for March 26 & 31 in Mexico

The FIFA World Cup 2026 intercontinental playoffs are scheduled for March 26 and 31 at two Mexican venues: Estadio Guadalajara (Estadio Akron, 48,071 capacity) and Estadio Monterrey (Estadio BBVA, 53,500 capacity). Six teams compete in two brackets of three: DR Congo (Africa), Iraq (Asia), New Caledonia (Oceania), Bolivia (CONMEBOL), Jamaica, and Suriname (CONCACAF). Winners qualify for the tournament. The format uses single-leg knockout matches with extra time and penalties.