Denmark, the Netherlands and Austria ensure, Croatia stalls – 2026 World Cup – European Qualifiers – Summary

Denmark,the Netherlands,and Austria have secured their places in the 2026 FIFA World Cup after ‍winning their UEFA qualifying ⁣matches on Tuesday. Meanwhile, Croatia’s campaign‌ hit a snag, drawing 0-0 with the Czech Republic.

These results mark significant progress in the European qualifying stage ⁢for the expanded 48-team tournament, co-hosted by the United States,‌ Canada,‌ and Mexico. Denmark defeated Kazakhstan 3-1, ​the Netherlands⁣ triumphed over Northern Ireland‍ 6-0, and Austria edged out Sweden 3-2. Croatia’s stalemate leaves their qualification uncertain, requiring further positive results to guarantee a spot.

Match Details:

* Denmark 3-1 Kazakhstan: Goals from‍ Rasmus Højlund (36^e), Andreas Skov Olsen (45^e+1^e), and Henrik Dalsgaard (87^e) ​propelled Denmark to victory.
* Netherlands 6-0 Northern Ireland: Brian​ Brobbey (7^e), Memphis Depay‍ (22^e, 43^e), Georginio wijnaldum (53^e), Steven Bergwijn (66^e), ⁣and Joshua zirkzee‌ (90^e+3^e) contributed to the Netherlands’ dominant ‌win.
* ⁣ Austria 3-2 Sweden: marcel Sabitzer (41^e, 58^e) and Romano Schmid‌ (69^e) secured Austria’s victory, despite goals from Alexander Isak⁢ (29^e) ‍and Viktor Gyökeres (90^e+1^e) for Sweden.
* ​ Czech ‌Republic 0-0 Croatia: The match ended in a scoreless draw, with Marko arnautović (8^e, ‌47^e, 83^e, 84^e), Gregoritsch (24^e), Posch (30^e, ‌42^e), laimer (45^e), and Wurmbrand (76^e) featuring for Croatia.
* Faroe Islands ​4-0 Montenegro: Goals from Sorensen (16^e, 55^e) and Frederiksberg (36^e – penalty, 72^e) led the Faroe Islands⁢ to a decisive victory.