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Irish Mirror
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Robert Hynes

Republic of Ireland to face either Scotland or Austria in World Cup play-off

The Republic of Ireland will face either Scotland or Austria in their 2023 Word Cup round two play-off fixture after the draw was made on Friday.

Vera Pauw's side will be away from home for the clash against the winners of Scotland and Austria's round one clash.

It will be the first time that Ireland have faced either country under Pauw.

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Ireland's last game against Scotland came in a 1-0 friendly defeat in 2017, while they lost 2-0 in their last clash with Austria in 2015.

Austria finished second in their group behind European champions England, while Scotland were runners-up to Spain.

The Austrians qualified for the Euros earlier this year and were knocked out by England following a 2-0 defeat after getting out of their group.

They are the highest ranked team of the three in 20th, with Scotland 23rd and Ireland 26th.

Round One play-off fixtures:
Scotland v Austria
Wales v Bosnia-Herzegovina
Portugal v Belgium

Round Two play-off fixtures:
Portugal or Belgium v Iceland
Scotland or Austria v Republic of Ireland
Switzerland v Wales v Bosnia-Herzegovina

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