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Six Asian teams gear up for Road to FIFA WC 26 Playoffs epic battles

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Six Asian Teams Gear Up For Road To FIFA WC 26 Playoffs Epic Battles

By IANS News October 03, 2025 • 11:24 AM View: 131

The King Abdullah Sports City: Only six Asian sides remain in the running to reach the FIFA World Cup 2026 and the stage is set for a high-stakes showdown in the AFC Asian Qualifiers – Road to 26 Playoffs Group Stage, which kicks off on Wednesday.

The contenders are divided into two groups. Qatar, UAE amd Oman are place din group A while Suadi Arabia , Iraq and Indonesia are in Group B.

They will battle for the two direct berths on offer, with only each group winner to progress, as they look to join the six teams that have already sealed their places at the global showpiece.

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