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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Sport
Kieran Jackson

How can I watch the World Cup play-offs tonight?

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  • The 2026 World Cup play-off semi-finals are due to take place on Thursday evening.
  • Wales will host Bosnia and Herzegovina, and the match will be broadcast live on BBC One Wales, BBC Two, BBC iPlayer and the BBC Sport website in the UK and Northern Ireland.
  • Northern Ireland face an away tie against Italy, and the game will be live on BBC One NI, BBC Three, BBC iPlayer and the BBC Sport website.
  • Republic of Ireland take on Czech Republic in Prague - the match will be streamed live on Prime Video via pay-per-view in the UK and is available to buy for £2.49 - while it will be broadcast on RTE Two and streamed free on RTE Player in Ireland.
  • All three of the play-off ties involving home nations are due to kick-off at 7.45pm GMT.

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Is Wales vs Bosnia and Herzegovina on TV? How to watch 2026 World Cup play-off semi-final

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