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2018 World Cup Playoff Draw: Italy vs. Sweden Highlights European Qualifiers

A clash between Italy and Sweden will headline the 2018 FIFA World Cup UEFA qualifying playoffs after the two European powers were drawn against one another in Tuesday's second-round draw.

Meanwhile, Northern Ireland play Switzerland, Croatia take on Greece and the Republic of Ireland will have to beat Denmark if they're to claim one of Europe's four remaining spots in next year's World Cup finals.

The FIFA World Cup Twitter account confirmed the results of Tuesday's draw:

The first-leg fixtures will be played between November 9-11, while the return trips will take place between November 12-14.