In this episode of A Semi-Informed Football Podcast, Mark and Mateo break down the final World Cup 2026 playoff qualifiers, predicting who makes it—and who falls short. From Italy’s shaky form to bold underdog picks like Kosovo and New Caledonia, the duo clash over experience vs chaos in football’s most unpredictable matches.
The World Cup is almost here… but who’s actually making it?
In this episode, Mark and Mateo run through the final World Cup 2026 playoff qualifiers, predicting winners across UEFA and the intercontinental playoffs. From European giants like Italy and Denmark to wild-card picks like Kosovo, Suriname, and even New Caledonia—this one gets chaotic fast.
Will experience win out… or are we about to see some serious underdog stories?