Who will Northern Ireland and Republic face in World Cup semi-finals?

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Northern Ireland's Jamie Donley celebrating scoring against Luxembourg. Credit: PA

Northern Ireland face former World Cup winners Italy in their bid to make the tournament in North America next year.

Should they over come the Azzurri a potential clash with Wales in the play-off finals could be between them and a trip across the Atlantic.

The Green and White Army travel to Italy for their semi final in March.

Republic of Ireland's Troy Parrott celebrating scoring their side's second goal against Portugal

Meanwhile, the Republic of Ireland, who booked their spot in dramatic fashion after a last-minute victory over Hungary, will play away in the Czech Republic in their semi-final.

The winner of that match will take on either Denmark or North Macedonia.

The semi-finals will take place on Thursday 26 March and the finals on Tuesday 31 March next year.

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