FIFA have awarded World Cup spots through inter-confederation competitions for the better part of 60 years, and the 2026 World Cup will have a larger, higher-profile pool of teams looking to lock up the tournament’s two final spots.

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The first inter-confederations playoffs saw Wales see off Israel over two games to reach the 1958 tournament. We can guarantee these final spots will look different, as Europe is the only confederation not putting teams into the playoffs.

So how will it work, how many teams will be there, when will it be held, and who will be involved in the 2026 World Cup inter-confederation playoffs?

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2026 World Cup inter-confederation playoffs: How do they work?

Six teams will play in the inter-confederation playoffs

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