The road to the 2026 FIFA World Cup continues in Europe this evening with a packed schedule of qualifiers, as nations battle for vital points in pursuit of a place at the global showpiece.
Early kick-offs at 6:00 p.m. (WAT) see Armenia take on Ireland in Yerevan, while Azerbaijan welcome Ukraine in Baku. Both fixtures could prove decisive for mid-tier contenders hoping to keep their qualification campaigns alive.
The spotlight then turns to the 8:45 p.m. (WAT) block, where several high-profile encounters dominate the evening. France host Iceland in Paris, while Hungary face reigning European champions Portugal in Budapest. England travel to Belgrade for a fiery clash with Serbia, and Austria head to Sarajevo to battle Bosnia & Herzegovina. Other fixtures include Albania against Latvia, Cyprus meeting Romania, and Norway playing Moldova.
With giants like France, Portugal, and England all in action, tonight’s qualifiers promise drama, goals, and pivotal shifts in the race for World Cup spots across the continent.