Republic of Ireland discover opponents for World Cup qualifiers

ROAD TO THE WORLD CUP: The FIFA World Cup 26 trophy is displayed during the UEFA Preliminary Draw at FIFA headquarters in Zurich, Switzerland. Pic: AP Photo/Martin Meissner.

The Republic of Ireland will face the winners of the UEFA Nations League quarter final between Portugal and Denmark, along with Hungary and Armenia in their bid to qualify for the World Cup in 2026.

The Boys in Green haven't competed in the tournament since their memorable run to the last 16 in Japan and South Korea back in 2002.