Ireland will be unseeded if they qualify for World Cup play-off

The Irish hopes of qualification will all hinge on the final two games of the group in October

Ireland will be unseeded if they qualify for World Cup play-off
Wed, 06 Sep, 2017 - 12:14

FIFA have confirmed the seedings for the World Cup qualification play-offs will be based on world rankings.

The Republic of Ireland are hoping to be among the eight best group runners up when the play-off draw is made on October 17.

Already a subscriber? Sign in

You have reached your article limit.

Subscribe to access all of the Irish Examiner.

Annual €130 €80

Best value

Monthly €12€6 / month

Benefit image

CONNECT WITH US TODAY

Whatsapp logo

WHATSAPP

Newsletter logo

NEWSLETTERS

Notification logo

NOTIFICATIONS

Be the first to know the latest news and updates

More in this section

2026 FIFA World Cup Draw - Previews World Cup 2026 draw: which teams have qualified and how does it work?
Manchester United v West Ham United - Premier League - Old Trafford Ruben Amorim frustrated as Manchester United drop points against West Ham
2026 FIFA World Cup Draw - Previews FIFA refs chief Collina in favour of using VAR to rule on corners at World Cup
CourtsSoccerWorld Cup 2018World CupIrelandFIFAQualification
<p>Liverpool manager Arne Slot claims for hand ball on the touchline in the draw with Sunderland. Pic: Peter Byrne/PA Wire.</p>

Arne Slot sees ‘step forward’ even as Liverpool drop points again

READ NOW

Sport

Newsletter

Latest news from the world of sport, along with the best in opinion from our outstanding team of sports writers. and reporters

Latest

Sport

Push Notifications

By clicking on 'Sign Up' you will be the first to know about our latest and best sporting content on this browser. Please note if you are unable to sign up via your mobile web browser, please download and sign up for mobile push notifications via our FREE mobile news app.

Sign Up

Sport

Newsletter

Latest news from the world of sport, along with the best in opinion from our outstanding team of sports writers. and reporters

Most Read

Cookie Policy Privacy Policy Brand Safety FAQ Help Contact Us Terms and Conditions

© Examiner Echo Group Limited