World Cup 2026

Poland chase World Cup 2026 place in playoff vs Sweden

A difficult away test stands between Poland and qualification.

A difficult away test stands between Poland and qualification.
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Calum Roche
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Update:

Poland travel to Sweden knowing a single result will determine their World Cup fate.

When is Sweden vs Poland?

The playoff final begins at 2:45 p.m. ET / 11:45 a.m. PT, with Poland facing a hostile environment in Solna.

If the teams cannot be separated after 90 minutes, extra time and penalties will follow.

What World Cup group will Poland go into?

The winner will move into Group F with Japan, the Netherlands and Tunisia.

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