Live updates: 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers

Times Union • March 31, 2026 • sports

Key Points:

Turkey secured qualification for the 2026 FIFA World Cup with a 1-0 win over Kosovo, joining Group D alongside the United States, Paraguay, and Australia.
Sweden defeated Poland 3-2 with a late goal from Viktor Gyökeres, earning their spot in the 2026 World Cup.
Italy and Bosnia and Herzegovina remain tied 1-1 after extra time, despite Italy playing much of the match with 10 men following a red card to Alessandro Bastoni.
Czechia leads Denmark 2-1 in extra time, with Ladislav Krejcí scoring the decisive goal in the 100th minute.
The Intercontinental Playoff Tournament match between Congo and Jamaica is underway, while Bolivia faces Iraq later in the evening.