FIFA World Cup European Qualifying Play-off Semi-finals
Match Information
The FIFA World Cup European Qualifying Play-off Semi-finals are a series of two-legged matches between the eight remaining teams from the UEFA qualifying groups. The winners of each semi-final will advance to the play-off final, where they will face each other for a place at the 2022 FIFA World Cup in Qatar.
The semi-finals will be played on March 24 and 29, 2022. The draw for the semi-finals was held on November 26, 2021, and the following matches were drawn:
- Portugal vs. Turkey
- Italy vs. North Macedonia
- Sweden vs. Czech Republic
- Wales vs. Austria
Stats and Results
The following table shows the results of the FIFA World Cup European Qualifying Play-off Semi-finals:
| Date | Match | Score |
|---|---|---|
| March 24, 2022 | Portugal vs. Turkey | 3-1 |
| March 24, 2022 | Italy vs. North Macedonia | 0-1 |
| March 24, 2022 | Sweden vs. Czech Republic | 1-0 |
| March 24, 2022 | Wales vs. Austria | 2-1 |
History
The FIFA World Cup European Qualifying Play-off Semi-finals were first introduced in the 2014 FIFA World Cup qualifying campaign. The format has been used in every subsequent qualifying campaign, and it has proven to be a highly competitive and exciting way to determine the final participants in the World Cup.
Some of the most memorable matches in the history of the FIFA World Cup European Qualifying Play-off Semi-finals include:
- Portugal's 4-2 win over Sweden in 2013
- Italy's 1-0 win over Uruguay in 2014
- Croatia's 2-1 win over Greece in 2018
- Wales' 2-1 win over Ukraine in 2021
Conclusion
The FIFA World Cup European Qualifying Play-off Semi-finals are a key part of the qualifying process for the World Cup. The matches are always competitive and exciting, and they often produce some of the most memorable moments in international football.
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