Ireland to play Czechia in World Cup play off semi-final

Ireland will play Czechia in the World Cup play off semi-final, set to be an away game at the end of March.

Denmark would be a possible opponent if the team makes it to the final, and Ireland would also host the final if they beat Czechia.

Meanwhile, Northern Ireland will play Italy in an away game.

The full playoffs stand as:

Path A

Italy v Northern Ireland
Wales v Bosnia and Herzegovina

Path B:

Ukraine v Sweden
Poland v Albania

Path C:

Turkey v Romania
Slovakia v Kosovo

Path D:

Denmark v North Macedonia
Czech Republic v Republic of Ireland