Draw For UEFA World Cup Playoffs; It's A Given Shay's Not Too Happy

Here are the results from Monday's draw for next month's European two-match playoffs for berths in next year's FIFA World Cup finals.

Republic of Ireland vs. France:

November 14 at Cork, Ireland for match one; rematch on November 18 at St. Denis, France.

Ireland goalkeeper Shay Given was none too thrilled about the result of that draw.

Portugal vs. Bosnia-Herzegovina:

Portugal will host the opener on November 14 with the Bosnians hosting the return match on November 18.

Greece vs. Ukraine:

The opening match will take place in Athens on November 14, with the return match four days later in Ukraine.

Russia vs. Slovenia:

The Russians will host the series opener on November 14, with the return match in Slovenia on November 18.