Overview
- Germany routed Slovakia 6-0 in Leipzig to win Group A and clinch direct qualification.
- The Netherlands beat Lithuania 4-0 in Amsterdam to finish unbeaten atop Group G on 20 points.
- Poland took second in Group G after a 3-2 victory in Malta and will enter the UEFA playoffs, with Slovakia also bound for the playoff from Group A.
- With these outcomes, 34 of the 48 berths for the 2026 World Cup in the United States, Mexico and Canada are now confirmed.
- UEFA playoff semifinals are scheduled for 26 March 2026 and finals for 31 March, with the draw slated for Thursday.