The play-off phase of UEFA qualification will determine the final seven European teams to directly qualify for the 2027 FIFA Women's World Cup and the European representative at the inter-confederation play-offs.
[1] Two rounds of home-and-away knockout matches will be held during the international windows in October 2026 and November–December 2026.
If the scores are still even after extra time, the tie will be decided by kicks from the penalty spot (Regulations Article 28).
They are ordered according to their overall league rank: The draws for rounds 1 and 2 are scheduled to take place 22 June 2026.
If needed to prevent prohibited clashes, the Round 2 draw will be held 16 October 2026.