The World Cup 2026 playoff finals are set, and one of them features Denmark vs. Czechia, where the winner will become Mexico's rival in the group stage of the FIFA World Cup. These matches represent one of the most tense and decisive moments where the margin for error disappears because all the involved teams are playing for the last tickets to the World Cup 2026. Unlike other stages, the playoffs do not offer second chances and put entire processes, generations of players, and the continuity of projects built over the years at stake. When and at what time does Czechia vs. Denmark play for the World Cup 2026 playoff? Czechia advanced to the World Cup 2026 playoff final by defeating Ireland 4-3 on penalties after a 2-2 draw in regular time. Denmark was a dominant force and crushed North Macedonia with a 4-0 thrashing. Now, both winning teams face off to compete for a spot in the FIFA World Cup. Their match is scheduled for Tuesday, March 31. The kickoff time is 12:45 p.m. Central Mexico Time, and the live broadcast will be on Sky Sports (to be confirmed) and the UEFA digital platform. The winner will be placed in Group A of the World Cup, where Mexico's team under Javier Aguirre resides. Match: Czechia vs. Denmark Date: March 31 Time: 12:45 p.m. (Central Mexico Time) Channel: D World Cup 2026 Finals Schedule In addition to Czechia vs. Denmark, three UEFA World Cup 2026 playoff matches and two more intercontinental matches are still pending. The details for each match are as follows: Match Date Time (Central Mexico Time) Italy vs. Bosnia (Path A) March 31, 2026 12:45 p.m. Sweden vs. Poland (Path B) March 31, 2026 12:45 p.m. Turkey vs. Kosovo (Path C) March 31, 2026 12:45 p.m. Democratic Republic of Congo vs. New Caledonia/Jamaica March 31, 2026 3:00 p.m. Iraq vs. Bolivia March 31, 2026 9:00 p.m. Who are Mexico's rivals for the World Cup 2026? While awaiting the winner of Czechia vs. Denmark, Mexico already knows two of its rivals for the group stage matches of the World Cup 2026. Group A, where the Mexican team is, consists of the following teams: South Korea South Africa When is the opening match of the World Cup 2026? The opening of the World Cup always signifies much more than the start of a tournament, and the 2026 World Cup is no exception. The opening match marks the beginning of a historic edition, not only due to the expanded format but also because of the magnitude of an event that brings together national teams in the most important international football tournament. With the world's eyes on the first whistle, the opening match will feature Mexico vs. South Africa, repeating the same story as in 2010 when these same teams inaugurated the first World Cup held on the African continent. The match will take place at Estadio Banorte (Azteca) on Thursday, June 11, and the kickoff is scheduled for 1:00 p.m. Central Mexico Time.
