Ireland and Hungary are set to clash in a pivotal FIFA World Cup 2026 qualifier this Sunday afternoon in Budapest.With a playoff spot on the line in Group F, both teams have everything at stake.

Preview Hungary vs Republic of Ireland in World Cup Qualifying with TV info, start time, betting odds, and recent form ahead of kickoff.

Portugal will qualify directly for the World Cup as Group F winners if they defeat Armenia at home this afternoon. Hungary can secure second spot with a win or a draw against the Republic of Ireland, while the Boys in Green must defeat the Magyars to break into the top two spots.

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HUNGARY, Ireland’s main rivals for a World Cup play-off spot, kick off their penultimate game against Armenia earlier this evening (5pm), giving the Boys in Green a possible advantage.

Troy Parrott capped off his hat trick with an injury-time winner over Hungary that pushes Ireland into the World Cup qualifying playoff.

Hat-trick hero Troy Parrott lets the tears flow after the Republic of Ireland stun Hungary to reach the World Cup play-offs.