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We can guarantee these final spots will look different, as Europe is the only confederation not putting teams into the playoffs.So how will it work, how many teams will be there, when will it be held,

Italy are set to finish second in Group I while Norway is set to finish first and qualify for the 2026 World Cup.

Norway qualified for the 2026 World Cup on Sunday after a 4-1 win away to Italy in their final qualifying match, condemning the hosts, who have missed out on the last two editions of the tournament, to the playoffs.

The 2026 World Cup draw will be held before the field is settled in full, as December 5 gives every nation its path to the World Cup Final.

The final World Cup participants won't be determined until March of 2026, following the draw for the World Cup groups. A playoff will take place in North America in March, including one team each from the following regions: AFC, CAF, CONMEBOL, OFC, alongside two from Concacaf to determine the final two places in the World Cup.

Steve Clarke urged the Tartan Army to "anticipate success" and drive Scotland to the World Cup when they host Denmark in a winner-takes-all clash.

Four-time winners Italy are one of the most successful nations in World Cup history - but are in danger of missing the finals for the third successive time.