The completed groups after the 2026 Fifa World Cup draw, which took place in Washington on Friday. Photograph: Sam Corum/PA WireThe Republic of Ireland will feature in Group A of the 2026 World Cup, along with South Korea, South Africa and co-hosts Mexico, if they qualify via the play-offs next March. The Azteca hosted the 1970 World Cup final, when Brazil beat Italy 4-1, as well as the 1986 decider when Argentina beat West Germany 3-2. The opening game of the tournament is between Mexico and South Africa at the Azteca on June 11th. “This is exactly what you want having worked so hard to get to a World Cup.

Source: The Irish Times December 06, 2025 13:51 UTC