On Friday 26 November, the draw was made for the 2022 FIFA World Cup European playoff semi-finals. 

Russia were drawn to face Poland in the semi-finals, and will take on the winner of Sweden vs Czech Republic in the final if they win for a place in next year’s tournament. Russia will host the final too if they get there.

2022 FIFA World Cup European playoffs

Path A

Scotland vs Ukraine
Wales vs Austria

Final: Wales/Austria vs Scotland/Ukraine

Path B

Russia vs Poland
Sweden vs Czech Republic

Final: Russia/Poland vs Sweden/Czech Republic

Path C

Italy vs North Macedonia
Portugal vs Turkey

Final: Portugal/Turkey vs Italy vs North Macedonia

The semi-finals will take place on 24 March, with the finals on 29 March. Both stages will be just one-off fixtures with no return legs.